Meet Maggie Kehoe
Hi, I’m Maggie Kehoe, founder and instructor at Cary Art Studio.
After retiring in 2014, I began exploring various art techniques — pottery, mosaics, traditional acrylics, watercolor, colored pencil, and pan pastels. When my daughters attended Sterling Montessori, I volunteered in the art room and discovered how much I love teaching and inspiring others through creativity.
Later, I stumbled upon Acrylic Fluid Art on YouTube — and it changed everything. The movement, the unpredictability, and the colors instantly captured me. I found a medium that blends my love for experimentation with my passion for teaching.
Now, I bring all that experience together to help others create stunning, one-of-a-kind art pieces — even if they’ve never painted before.
What Is Fluid Art
Acrylic Fluid Art is a technique that uses flowing paints to create vibrant, abstract designs. Each piece is unique — no brushes, no pressure, just pure creativity.
It’s relaxing, fun, and endlessly rewarding. Techniques include:
Flip Cup
Cloud Pour
Swipe
Sun Coaster
Traveling Ring Pour
Dip Technique
Students also learn to paint functional art — such as coasters, ornaments, and vases — transforming everyday objects into beautiful gifts or home décor.
About the Studio
Cary Art Studio is located in Maggie’s bright, private home studio in Cary, North Carolina.
Classes are kept small — limited to four students — to ensure everyone receives personal attention and has time to enjoy the process.
Each class includes:
All artist-quality supplies (Amsterdam, Golden, and Liquitex paints)
Two canvases per student
Gloves, aprons, and all materials
A printed handout with paint recipes and recommended materials
A bonus mini-project (like Christmas ornaments) if time allows
A typical 3-hour class looks like this:
1:30 – 2:00 PM – Introduction to Fluid Art, paint mixing, and demo painting
2:00 – 3:00 PM – Create your first painting with guided instruction
3:00 – 3:45 PM – Review, learn from your process, and make your second painting
3:45 – 4:30 PM – Optional bonus: make ornaments with leftover paint & clean up
Each class is relaxed, supportive, and full of “happy accidents” that make fluid art so rewarding.
A Peek Inside the Class Agenda
Private Classes
Looking for one-on-one instruction or a private creative experience for you and a friend?
Private sessions are available for $75 (1.5 hours) for 1–2 people.
All materials are included.
To schedule, contact Maggie Kehoe directly at Maggie@CaryArtStudio.net
Our Philosophy
At Cary Art Studio, we believe art is for everyone — especially those who think they “aren’t artistic.
Our mission is to help you:
Relax, unwind, and reconnect with your creative side
Explore new techniques in a judgment-free environment
Experience the joy of color, movement, and surprise
Leave with artwork you’ll be proud to display or gift
Whether you join us for a single class or return monthly to explore new techniques, you’ll find a warm, supportive community that celebrates creativity in every form.
Join the Cary Art Studio Community
Come paint, laugh, and create with us!
Meet other local art lovers, share ideas, and discover how easy it is to make something beautiful.