Welcome to Bluebird Studios
“The Atelier of the West”
Art Classes for All!
Our Mission:
Bluebird Studios is “The Atelier of the West” located in Santa Fe, New Mexico and our goal is to provide our guests with a warm, welcoming gathering place in an open, comfortable, and well-equipped studio space for the study of traditional fine arts under the guidance of professional artists. Our mission is to host art classes beyond the traditional workshop and offer our students a memorable experience to soak up the history, culture, and ambiance only Santa Fe can offer.
“This place was better than I thought it could be.
The hosts, Beth and Billy, were helpful and friendly in every way.
Creativity is in the air here - just breathe.”
Letty Roller
“Bluebird Studios of Santa Fe is on a wonderful family ranch complete with horses and very gracious hosts, Billy and Beth Cooper. The studio is huge with plenty of room for a variety of different art workshops with renown nationally recognized artists. Each of the workshops I have taken were inviting, informative, inspiring and enjoyable food and drinks are provided so participants can concentrate on the instruction of demos, and one’s own work. We also visit art studios, galleries, museums and have a big family dinner in town”.
This is a positive experience not to be missed!
Harriet Huff
Our Focus:
At Bluebird Studios, we offer art classes for guests of all levels, from total beginners to experienced professionals. We provide an enriching experience that leaves you feeling invigorated and confident in your artistic abilities. We believe that art is a journey that never ends, and we want to help you develop the skills and knowledge to take your work to the next level. Join us at Bluebird Studios in beautiful Santa Fe, New Mexico for an opportunity to slow down and explore the basics of creating beautiful art, as well as gain new ideas and techniques to incorporate into your own work.
Meet the 2026 Team
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Liz Haywood-Sullivan
Painting Skies and Water in Pastel
April 29 - May 2, 2026
Icebreaker: April 28 at 5 p.m.
Experienced Beginners and Up
4 day Studio Workshop
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Nancy Tankersley
Keeping It Fresh: Painting Figures from Photos
May 13 - May 16, 2026
Icebreaker: May 12 at 5 p.m.
Experienced Beginners and Up
Oil and Acrylic accepted
4 day Studio Workshop
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Patrick Lee
The Language of Painting: Pattern, Shape and Color
June 3 - 6, 2026
Icebreaker: June 2 at 5 p.m.
All levels accepted
Oil and Acrylic accepted
4 day Hybrid Plein Air & Studio Workshop
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Geoff Allen
Dynamic Watercolor: See the Light in Still Life
Aug. 25 - 28, 2026
Icebreaker: Aug. 24 at 5 p.m.
Experienced Beginners and Up
Watercolor and Gouche accepted
4 day Studio Workshop
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Natasha Isenhour
Split Schedule:
Aug. 31: ½ day 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Happy hour after
Sept. 1 - 3: Full days
Sept. 4: ½ day 9 to Noon
Studio Oil and Pastel Workshop
Experienced Beginners and Up
4 day Oil and Pastel Workshop
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Kathleen Hudson
Using Plein Air Study to Create Your Best Studio Work
Split Schedule
Sept. 21: ½ day 3 to 6 p.m.
Sept. 22 - 24: Full days
Sept 25: ½ day 9 to Noon
All levels accepted
All mediums accepted (all demos will be in oil)
4 day Studio & Plein Air Workshop
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Karen Margulis
Keeping Plein Air Simple
Two 3 day Workshops
Workshop I: Sept. 28 - 30, 2026
Workshop II: Oct. 1 - 3, 2026
All Levels Accepted
Plein & Studio workshop
Pastel and OIl (Demos will be in pastel)
A Premiere Bluebird Chat with Albert Handell, Michael Chesley Johnson, and Roberta Remy
Watch here for an exclusive chat we had with three esteemed artists.
For more Bluebird Chat videos please visit our YouTube Channel!
What People Are Saying
Santa Fe, NM has long been a destination for artists and art buyers but it has lacked a great fineart "workshop" location until now! Situated just 10 minute drive from the Santa Fe Plaza, Beth and Billy have built an art barn replete with horses, expansive views of beautiful Northern New Mexico and top notch National and International instructors on the roster. I have enjoyed multiple workshops in the last three years and would highly recommend Bluebird Studios!
Donna Barnhill
I had the opportunity to take a class at Bluebird Studios last summer, and it was a wonderful experience. The owner, Elizabeth, did a fantastic job organizing the week, taking us to great locations to paint, and keeping us fed. The studio is perfect for classes. The location is beautiful and just the right distance from the city. I honestly can't wait to take another class there.
Bryan Grayson
A beautiful facility in a beautiful setting. Spacious, north light studio. The hosts, Beth and Billy Cooper are wonderful and well organized. There’s great food, gorgeous horses and the breathtaking scenery of the southwest. Can’t rave enough about my experience there.
Julia Abbott
“I was completely excited and pleased. Excited to be able to enjoy the instruction and practice with the other artists under the help of such an acclaimed artist. It’s more than met my expectations and I would recommend this studio as a perfect workshop experience.”
Kathy McClendon
“This was such a wonderful workshop venue. Beth and Billy are such gracious hosts. The BBQ lunch was a homey touch. Thank you for having coffee and snacks as well as meals. This made it so much easier and less stressful for those of us who traveled a long distance.”
Ruthann Meyer
