The magic of Brightly is our instructors.
We are a diverse group of sparkly women with backgrounds in elementary education, art education, fine arts, children's ministry, secondary education, special education, marketing, family ministry & bomb mothering. Each instructor is trained in process art teaching principles, art education best practices, art therapy ideas, & has a desire to make sure every single person feels seen, loved, & encouraged while at our studio.
Laura Gambrel
owner + founder
@laurabethgambrel
Laura's laugh is infectious & her clothes are always covered in paint. She has over 19 years experience loving and leading artists through her roles of teacher, director, & instructor in both the public & private setting.
Laura loves painting vibrant abstracts, well-placed glitter, having others cook for her, & being spontaneous.
Laura resides in the community she serves with her two children & husband, Scott.
Meet our Team
Lauren Holt
Communications Director + Instructor
Lauren is thoughtful + resilient. She enjoys doing paint pouring with Brightly artists. She loves Taylor Swift + cancelled plans.
Megan Curts
Director of Curriculum & Instruction
Megan is loyal + organized. She loves making wacky cardboard creations for and with young artists. She loves embroidery too! Megan likes visiting national parks + reading.
Krista Tschaenn
Studio Director
Krista is cheery + enthusiastic. She enjoys making slittery slime + dressing on theme for Brightly events. Krista is a self-proclaimed "bird nerd" + appreciates a good spa day.
Sammi Miller
Instructor & Studio Assistant
Sammi is kind + creative. She loves making any + all colorful projects with Brightly artists. She loves spending time with her family + painting/creating.
Brianne Henry
Instructor + Events Assistant
Brianne is meticulous + dedicated. She enjoys using mediums like soft pastels + creating abstract paintings at Brightly. She loves being outside in all weather, especially the cold.
Kayleigh Ayres
Instructor
Kayleigh is vibrant + optimistic. She loves sculpture projects + any chance to make beautiful messy art! She loves flowers + sunshine days.
Sabrina Lucas
Instructor
Sabrina is purposeful + honest. She enjoys making art that you can wear or use. She loves gardening, canning, working on her family's small farm + learning tidbits of useless knowledge.
Sarah Rees
Instructor
Sarah is inquisitive + creative. She enjoys making glittery rainbow projects with Brightly students. Magical potion jars, too! She loves reading + relaxing in a comfy hammock.