Natural Artist

Summer Camp Hosted by Local Artist Teaching Teens to Paint Their Own Mural

TESSA HALL DUQUETTE IS A WHIMSICAL MURALIST and studio space owner based in the heart of Virginia Beach’s ViBe Creative District. Tessa has an art degree from The University of Vermont, and her artistic skills shine every time she transforms a wall with vibrant colors and her love for creativity.

Tessa’s murals are well-known for their connection with nature and for featuring objects that people of all ages can easily recognize. You can find her absolutely beaming while she paints shells, animals, leaves, flowers, and anything that captures the essence of beach life.

But murals are just a drop in the paint bucket. When Tessa's not working on a painting, she can be found tie-dyeing and crafting with her three young boys. Before completing her first mural in the 2022 ViBe Mural Fest, she created “Search & Find Adventure” scavenger hunts for kids and commissioned custom illustrations of cherished homes and pets.

This summer, Tessa is teaching an art camp for teens who want to learn how to paint their very own mural. They’ll learn exactly what goes into planning and installing large-scale art commissions and get hands-on experience with expert guidance from start to finish. You can learn more and register your teenager at TessaHallDesigns.com.