Where every masterpiece begins.
Heart to Art is a painting and drawing studio for kids, teens and adults — ages 3 and up. Real technique, small classes, and a whole lot of joy, taught by a working artist.
150+
Students taught
12+
Years teaching
6
Class programs
Ages 3+
Welcome here
150+ happy artists
About Me
Hi, I'm Urmi — welcome to my studio. What started as a few canvases in our basement has grown into a warm little space where kids, teens and adults come to paint, draw and grow.
I've spent years taking painting courses, studying technique and building my own body of work — I've even marketed and sold my own original paintings. That same curious, always-learning spirit is what I bring into every class I teach.
I don't teach because it's my job. I teach because I love it — there's nothing quite like watching a student realize they can make something beautiful with their own hands.
“I don't teach students to paint like me — I teach them to trust what only they can make.”
150+
Students taught
12+
Years teaching
6
Class programs
3+
Youngest starting age
Art classes for every age and stage
From first crayon marks to portfolio-ready pieces — pick a program below or ask us to help you choose the right fit.
Artwork worth stopping for
Original paintings and student artwork from the studio — a small window into what happens in class every week.
Quality, creativity, and real attention
Here's what parents and students actually notice once they join — not just a features list.
Taught by a working artist
Every lesson comes from real studio experience — not a script. Students learn technique the way working artists actually think.
Small, welcoming classes
Low student-to-teacher ratios mean every artist gets hands-on guidance, not just a demo from across the room.
Every skill level, honestly
First-timers and returning artists work side by side. Lessons flex to meet each student exactly where they are.
Confidence is the real curriculum
Technique matters, but the goal is bigger: kids who believe they can make something and mean it.
Flexible scheduling
After-school, evening and weekend sessions, plus Zoom for snow days and older students — art that fits your family's week.
A place to make real friends
Kids see the same faces every week — routine showcases, group projects and shared tables mean art class turns into friendships that last well beyond it.
Watch real growth, term after term
This is the arc every student moves through — not overnight talent, just steady practice and encouragement.
First marks on paper
Loose, low-pressure sketching to build comfort with line, shape and observation.
Colour & confidence
First full paintings — mixing colour, layering paint, and learning to trust their own choices.
A finished piece
A completed, gallery-ready piece the student chose, planned and carried through to the end.
Proud on the wall
I hold routine showcases so you can walk in and see real progress for yourself — not just a report card, an actual wall of work.
Trusted by families across the city
Real words from the people who show up every week — the best proof we have.
My daughter counts down the days to art class every single week. She's more confident showing her work than I've ever seen her — in anything.
Parent of a Young Artist student
I hadn't picked up a paintbrush since high school. The adult watercolour class brought it all back — and it's genuinely the best hour of my week.
Adult Watercolour student
Urmi actually looks at each kid's work and gives real feedback, not just 'great job!' My son has learned more here than a full year of art at school.
Parent of two students
The anime drawing class is the only after-school activity my son has never once asked to skip. He has an actual sketchbook full of his own characters now.
Parent, Anime & Character Drawing
My daughter was shy before joining — now she has a little group of art-class friends she talks about all week, and she asks to bring her paintings to school to show them off.
Parent of an Alphabets with Art student
Frequently asked questions
Can't find what you're looking for? Send us a message and we'll get back to you personally.
Your next masterpiece starts here.
One inquiry is all it takes to find the right class for your artist. Let's make something great together.
Inquire about classes
Tell us a little about your artist and we'll help you find the perfect class — most families hear back within one business day.
Call or text
(416) 878-7831 · (416) 520-0658
Studio location
Home Studio · Mississauga, ON · Zoom available