I Paint Today, Chelmsford

Maxie Makay has studied countless forms of artistic expression, including oil painting, floral design, landscapes, charcoal sketching, jewelry making, and sculpture. But she's not just a student of the arts; she's a teacher of them as well, with a 30-plus-year career that's included developing techniques adopted by the U.S. Department of Education and taught to Harvard professors. She shares her talents at I Paint Today, where she teaches students how to recreate paintings of her own design. Though all classes are beginner-friendly, they are divided into three stages, which means students who are interested in learning more advanced techniques can do so. Snacks and beverages are served at each class, though people are welcome to bring their own non-alcoholic refreshments as well.