Dena Simard

Dena Simard is a proud mom to two incredibly talented daughters, Jenna and Laura, and a doting grandmother to two precious granddaughters—Lily (almost 3) and Ruby (4 months old). She’s been happily married to her husband Tom for 36 wonderful years and is also the proud dog mom to Ellie, a sweet and loyal 6-year-old Bichon.

By profession, Dena is a full-time, self-employed accountant and business consultant, but creativity has always been a major part of her life. She loves reading, puzzles, and all forms of art. Art truly runs in her family, and while she’s partially self-taught, she also studied art in college for a year. Her primary artistic specialty is watercolor, a medium she loves for its softness, movement, and expressive nature—an influence that carries beautifully into her wine glass painting designs.

Dena has been teaching for 10 years as of 2026, and her passion for teaching comes from a deep love of making people smile, helping them feel good, and providing an artistic release from the daily grind. She believes art should be fun, freeing, and approachable for everyone—no pressure, just creativity.

One place that deeply inspires her is Italy. The art, culture, colors, and history continue to influence her creative style and fuel her passion.

Her goal in teaching is simple: bringing people together, having fun, and creating a space where art becomes a joyful escape.