WELCOME TO CARA MIA ART STUDIO
At Cara Mia Art Studio, we believe creativity is for everyone! As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Panama City Beach, Florida, our mission is to make visual and performing arts accessible, affordable, and enjoyable for children, adults, and families throughout our community.
Our studio is a welcoming space where imagination comes to life. From painting, jewelry making, and sewing to hands-on workshops, STEAM activities, and creative clubs, we offer opportunities for artists of all ages and experience levels to explore their interests, learn new skills, and express themselves.
Beyond our classes, we bring people together through special events, birthday parties, Parents Night Out, community art activities, and open studio opportunities. We also proudly support homeschool families and collaborate with local organizations, including Imagination Factory Children's Theatre, to expand access to visual and performing arts education.
As a nonprofit, we are committed to creating meaningful opportunities for our community through affordable programming, partnerships, and free or low-cost creative experiences whenever possible.
Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time, discovering a new hobby, or simply looking for a place to connect and create, there's a place for you at Cara Mia Art Studio.
Come create, connect, and belong!
Founder / CEO
Cara Walker is the founder of Cara Mia Art Studio. She has a love for the arts and a desire to give back to her community in Bay County. She opened the studio after losing her husband to brain cancer in August 2025. She was determined to do something meaningful for herself, her children, and the community that she loves.
Cara has a MBA, Master's in Accounting, and a Master's in Nonprofit Administration. These contribute to her strong nonprofit leadership. She also has a passion for conservation and the environment. She just started a new degree program in Conservation Sciences with Oregon State University.
Cara is a homeschooling mom with two kids, one dog, and four cats. She enjoys reading, writing, painting, gardening, volunteering, theatre, and supporting nonprofits. She is a Girl Scouts troop leader and encourages girls in STEAM. She activity fundraises and donates to many nonprofits, especially those benefiting cancer research, nature and conservation, and arts education for children.