About Us

Art That Builds Confidence, Connection & Creativity

At Saint-Cyr Art Engagement, we believe every student deserves access to meaningful and joyful visual art experiences. Art should be accessible for everyone regardless of their background, learning style, or ZIP code.

Founded by Marie Saint-Cyr, a visual artist, arts educator, and NYC DOE vendor, our company was created to bridge the gap between creativity and community in K–12 schools. What started as a small vision has grown into a trusted provider of inclusive, skill-building, and culturally responsive art programs that serve hundreds of students and families each year.

Our Mission

To use the power of visual art to build confident, expressive, and connected school communities, one creative experience at a time.

What We Do

We specialize in Visual Art Residencies teaching everyone to connect, enrich and create with their peers, families and colleagues, both virtually and in person.

Each program is crafted to support self-expression, artistic skill development, and community-wide goals, such as social-emotional learning, community engagement, and academic integration.

Our Approach

Engaging for All Ages

We work with K–12 students, families, teachers, and administrators

Student-Centered

We adapt to all learning levels, needs, and interests

Culturally Responsive

We highlight global artists, stories, and traditions

 Accessible & Flexible

In-person or virtual, short-term or long-term. Your goals lead the way

Our Impact

Have Participated in Our Customized Art Programs 

7000+ Students

Experience in Designing and Managing Art Programs

5+ Years

Managed from Design to Completion

65+ Programs

Our Testimonials

  • "The kids enjoyed every moment of the program!"

    Jared Kreiner, Principal PS121X The Throop School

  • "My girls learned so much about different art mediums, art techniques and artistsThe tutorials guide the students along at a comfortable pace"

    Marie Baudin

  • "The kids really enjoyed the program and looked forward to it every week. The art projects that were chosen were fun for the kids and at a level that they were able to complete each week."

    Wendy Cohen, Assistant Principal PS199Q Maurice A. Fitzgerald.

  • "Each summer resulted in a beautiful outside mural that not only has significance for the students, but also the community. Marie Saint-Cyr and all of her artist were patient, encouraging, and worked side by side with our young students."

    Charmaine Downton, Principal PS175 Henry Garnet

  • "My three boys had a great experience doing the summer virtual program. We loved it and we thank you very much for your patience and time. God bless and thanks again for everything."

    Kizzy Jenkins

  • "My 8 year old really enjoyed the summer class. He looked forward to doing his assignments and joining the zoom class. Marie was very patient, detailed and attentive. The projects were very creative. We look forward to the fall class."

    Tokunbo Quaye

👩🏽‍🎨 About the Founder:

Marie Saint-Cyr

Marie Saint-Cyr is a Haitian-American visual artist, entrepreneur, and community arts leader based in Long Island, NY. As an award-winning muralist and teaching artist, Marie brings over a decade of experience in visual art, youth engagement, and program development. She founded Saint-Cyr Art Engagement to bridge art and impact—especially in underrepresented communities.

Marie is also the founder of Saint-Cyr Art Studio and Saint-Cyr Business & Art Consulting (SCBAC). Marie has helped bring over 300 murals and art experiences to schools across NYC and Long Island.

In 2018

Marie graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the Fashion Institute of Technology and studied Studio Art at the Lorenzo De Medici in Florence, Italy, in 2016.

In 2019

Marie was awarded a one-year Artist residency with the Haiti Cultural Exchange and an art and business fellowship with the Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning. Her art was featured in the Haitian Embassy in Washington, D.C. That same year, Marie participated in 11+ Business development programs with institutions such as Goldman Sachs 10,000 KSB and Tuck School of Business; then began her own business that grew to be a full-service mural agency: Saint-Cyr Art Studio.

Within 4 years

Marie’s companies have painted 400+ murals for a variety of clients including Mastercard and the NYC Department of Transportation; 25+ Arts residencies for Non-Profits, Schools and communities, all while creating work for artists and engaging hundreds of students.

Our Clients

Contact Our Team

Whether you’re a school leader looking for a year-long residency, a parent coordinator planning a paint night, or a CBO designing a break-time program:

We’d love to create something beautiful with you.