Nice to meet you!
Hi, I’m Lori — the founder of Bright Day Studio!
I opened Bright Day Studio because when my kids were growing up, I was looking for a place where we could make art side by side — a welcoming, relaxed place where we could meet other people, explore art-making, and have fun together. Somewhere that wasn’t about making perfect projects or following strict instructions, but about the joy of creating, connecting, and just seeing what happens. Since I couldn’t find that space, I decided to start it myself.
My path to this studio has been anything but straight — I’ve taught dance to kids, adults & the special needs community, worked as a children’s librarian (yes, I still love story time), and partnered with my husband for a decade to build his medical practice (overseeing the transition to an electronic medical records system). And way back when, I spent eight years in corporate America at TV Guide Magazine.
My love for art began at a young age. I spent countless hours coloring intricate posters, painting, crafting, needlepointing, embroidering, sewing, and latch-hooking (remember that fun craft?). I also dabbled in basic woodworking and learned photography, even developing black and white photos in our basement. As an adult, I've taken classes in drawing, watercolor, pottery, paper-cutting, visual journaling, Zentangling, and hand-lettering. You name it, I’ve probably dabbled in it. And sharing that creative curiosity with my own kids — from the moment they could hold a crayon — has been one of the true joys of my life.
Now, I get to share it with you, too. Whether you’re 3 or 83, whether you think you’re “artistic” or not — there’s a seat for you at the studio, and I can’t wait to make something wonderful together!
Lori
PS - Fun fact - some days my hair is curly and some days it’s straight!
Hi there, I’m Cas — Lead Teacher & Operations Manager at Bright Day Studio!
Art has always been woven into my life in one way or another. I studied interior design in college, but long before that, I was the kid who could spend hours painting, drawing & turning whatever I could find into something new. Creativity has always been my way of exploring the world, and over time I discovered that I love not just making art myself, but sharing it with others — especially kids. There’s something truly magical about watching a young artist try something new, surprise themselves with what they’ve created & light up with pride. Getting to be part of those moments, and seeing the world through their creative eyes, is one of the things I love most about being here!
♥ Miss Cas
Community Partners
The Paoli Library is a gem tucked in next to the Wells Fargo Bank in Paoli. Bright Day Studio offers monthly process art classes at the library, which are free for the community, as well as periodical classes for adults.
The Easttown Library is an amazing library located in Berwyn. Bright Day Studio teaches process art classes for elementary-aged children there, which are free for the community.
The Malvern Library is a vibrant, newly renovated library in the township building next to Burke Park. Bright Day Studio holds monthly process art classes there, which are free to the community.
The Berwyn Farmers Market is a lively market located next to Handel’s Ice Cream. Bright Day Studio provides free children’s activities and sells some of our studio favorites, like art kits and paint sticks!
The Malvern Farmers Market is a bustling market that takes place right in Burke Park. Bright Day Studio offers free art children’s activities and sells some of our studio favorites, like art kits and paint sticks!
Good Food Fest is an epic one-day farmer’s market every November, at Kimberton Fairgrounds. There are over 100+ local farmers & makers, live music, food trucks, culinary demos, a pouring room and farm animals! AND we offer free kids’ art activities!