About

Meet the Artwheels Team

Jennifer Obrochta is an artist, educator, and the founder of Artwheels.

Jenn has spent her career helping people of all ages and experience levels access the creative process in a way that feels engaging, encouraging, and genuinely enjoyable.

She holds a BA in Fine Art and an MS in Visual Arts Education and is a certified art teacher in both Colorado and New York.

Her teaching experience has taken her from public schools in New York and Colorado to private instruction throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn, UC Berkeley's Art Studio, Harvard University's graduate student and postdoctoral community, and workshops, lessons, and team-building experiences throughout Boulder.

Jenn works primarily in painting, printmaking, collage, and jewelry design and brings a deep knowledge of art techniques, history, and the creative process to every Artwheels experience.

Jenna Thompson is a strategist, facilitator, and creative partner at Artwheels with over a decade of experience in the creative industry.

Jenna is a creative strategist and facilitator who helps shape corporate team experiences that feel thoughtful, grounded, and welcoming.

She believes exploring creativity can unlock new ways of seeing that positively impact our daily lives, both at work and at home.

At Artwheels, she partners with Jenn to help design and support sessions that give people space to slow down, try something new, and enjoy making something together.

The Artwheels approach

We believe great art instruction doesn't have to feel serious or intimidating.

Artwheels combines professional art education with an atmosphere that is calm, playful, open, and present.

Our workshops are designed to encourage curiosity over perfection and process over performance.

Our approach is also informed by consultation with an art therapist, adding a therapeutic lens as we consider how creative experiences can foster reflection, connection, and meaningful shared experiences.

Art materials and hands around the workshop table

Testimonials

“Jenn was an absolute delight to work with from start to finish! She led a 2-hour watercolor workshop for our team of 17 during our offsite in Boulder, and it was hands down one of the highlights of the week. Jenn took care of every detail—bringing aprons, high-quality supplies, travel kits our team could keep, and fantastic instruction that made painting the Flatirons approachable and relaxing for everyone regardless of artistic experience. If you’re planning a corporate team event or offsite activity, I cannot recommend Jenn and Artwheels enough!”

Jenney B., Google

“Jennifer masterfully led our large, multigenerational groups through engaging exercises in a supportive and encouraging environment.”

Corey P., Harvard University

“Jennifer is an extremely competent, trustworthy, and experienced art professional with a deep knowledge of art history and technique. Her serene demeanor creates a calming environment, and her genuine enthusiasm for art is contagious.”

May C., Former Private Client

“Jennifer is a skilled, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable art teacher. She creates a positive learning experience that motivates people to explore their creativity.”

Maria Luisa P., Harvard University

“I have very limited artistic skill and am pretty self-conscious about it. Jennifer was encouraging, inspiring, and taught me at my own speed and level. It was inspiring to get past the "I'm no good at this" stage and really feel like I was making good progress. Her gentle, generous teaching has inspired me to keep learning!”

Dorothy H., Former Private Client

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