Meet the Maker: Shelley Rideout of The Rideout Canvas LLC

Travel Paint Parties | Local Art | Roanoke Rapids, NC

Meet Shelley Rideout—a local artist, art teacher, and creative force behind The Rideout Canvas LLC. Based in Roanoke Rapids, Shelley brings art to life both in the classroom and in the community. By day, she's a dedicated middle school art teacher. By night (and weekends!), she runs a mobile paint party business that makes creativity fun, accessible, and social for all ages.

Through The Rideout Canvas, Shelley hosts engaging public paint events—most often at Fairwood Lanes bowling alley—and offers private sessions perfect for birthdays, team-building events, girls’ nights, and more. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, her events are designed to spark inspiration, laughter, and connection.

In addition to leading paint parties, Shelley also creates and sells her own original country farm-themed artwork, including portraits and landscapes. You can find her work on display at local vendor events throughout the area. Each piece reflects her deep appreciation for rural beauty, southern charm, and everyday life on the farm.

Shelley’s passion for art and education shines through every brushstroke. With a mission to bring people together through creativity, The Rideout Canvas LLC is a vibrant reminder of how local art can build stronger, more colorful communities.

Learn more or book a paint party:
🌐 www.therideoutcanvasllc.com

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