Heartwork Studios

Heartwork Studios, nestled just off the beaten path in downtown Ripon, WI, is an inspired collaboration between artists Carissa Sorensen and Laura Pahlas.

We believe creativity is more than just a talent—it’s an innate and sacred human practice rooted in nature and therefore within each of us. Through process-based art experiences, we create space to slow down, play, and return to presence, honoring creativity as a path to wellness and belonging.

We call this process Heartwork:

A playful creative practice that quiets the mind, connects us to our own inner wisdom, and guides us towards healing, transformation, and a more authentic way of life.

Where creativity & art meet connection & wellness.

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The Studio

We are located in a cozy little space in historic downtown Ripon, WI. When we originally envisioned a brick and mortar studio, we pictured a cozy nest. We wanted a space that could simultaneously be home to our own creative practices and collaborative work as well as a safe, welcoming communal space for anyone interested in nurturing their innate creativity.

When you come to visit, you will see…

Our current commissions and works in progress along side student works in progress. You may even catch us on an Open Studio day when our tables are filled with all sorts of creativity in action.

You’ll also be able to enjoy shopping our current collection of prints, cards, stickers, small originals, and other gift items.