About The Hidden Talent 201
What began as Anastasia Cifers' heartfelt passion project—to give back to the Farmville community—is now coming to life. I'm Livia Gonzalez, and alongside our Creative Director, Kelsey Hall, we've embraced her vision and are building something meaningful together.
Thanks to Anastasia's generosity, we're proud to offer partial scholarships to make our workshops more accessible for local youth.
Our programs are thoughtfully designed to foster creativity, personal growth, and healing through art. These hands-on projects encourage self-expression, critical thinking, and even begin to introduce entrepreneurial skills, all grounded in timeless, traditional values.
We're launching with self-paced workshops for homeschooled teens, ages 13–17, with plans to expand our offerings soon. Young artists are invited to select from a variety of guided projects or pursue their own ideas through small, self-paced workshops. Please note: material fees may apply for more advanced projects.
If you have a teen in your life who could benefit from this experience, please take a moment to fill out the interest survey linked below. Space is limited, so don't wait!
Meet Our Team
Kelsey Hall
Creative Director
My name is Kelsey, and I deeply love art. It is a big part of who I am. I find the most joy in sketching and painting landscapes. I approach life with a positive outlook and a kind heart, always treating others with care and understanding. Meeting new people and helping wherever I can brings me a sense of purpose. I put forth my best effort in everything I do. I am always looking for ways to grow, both as a person and as an artist.
I truly hope to keep expanding my place in the art world while staying grounded in kindness and sincerity.
Livia Gonzalez
Founder & Director
I grew up on the shores of Long Island, where my passion for nature led me to a career in Decorative Painting and the Arts. After studying at SUNY Stony Brook, Parsons, and The Finishing School, and training under muralists such as Pascal Amblard and Nicola Vigini, I continue to find joy in creativity and community.
Since moving to Farmville in 2019, my dream has been to foster a thriving circle of artists and lifelong learning.