Today, in our 3rd installment, we’d like to introduce Samara Helfman, proud owner of THE PAINTING PLACE in Wellesley, a drop-in art studio and premier party place all in one!  At The Painting Place, you can paint pottery, plaster or canvas, mine for gems or make a candle! Staff members are always on hand to help with a project, plan a party or answer any other questions you may have.  Samara Helfman has always loved children.  A graduate of Pine Manor College, with a degree in child psychology, Samara previously taught nursery school for several years. Though she thoroughly enjoyed her work, she always wanted to open her own business.  The Painting Place was born in 2000 and has been building memories ever since!