Welcome to Old Schoolhouse Art, a vibrant showcase of the fine art created by Alivia Rubino!

Here, her watercolor paintings spring to life, inspiring a variety of art products that capture the essence of nature. Nestled in Tolland, CT, Alivia's studio, housed in a charming old schoolhouse, serves as a creative sanctuary where the beauty of the natural world is thoughtfully reimagined. Each piece is a testament to her passion, resulting in stunning stationery and one-of-a-kind gifts that invite the appreciation of nature’s splendor into everyday life.

Check out the NEW Snail Mail Art & Nature Club

Based on New England wildlife, this alphabet set is a beautiful addition to the walls of a nursery, classroom, or any living space. Showcasing the diversity of the region’s woodlands, these cards offer an advanced form of learning for young nature enthusiasts. Each card begins with an original watercolor painting by artist Alivia Rubino. She designs the cards, which are then printed on high-quality, thick cardstock with a soft-touch finish, ensuring an heirloom-quality product.

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Our Ocean Alphabet Cards have gotten a boost! Now they are professionally printed on luxurious 24 pt cardstock with a soft-touch finish! See them now at the New England Made Spring Show!

  • Luxurious gift wrap featuring original art and patterns

  • Exquisite fine art prints made based on original watercolor paintings

  • Illustrated weekly planners

  • Weatherproof vinyl stickers and sticker packs made with eco-friendly inks

  • Art note cards and assorted card packs perfect for the holidays

  • Handmade mini fine art print magnets featuring charming illustrations; engraved, delicately painted, and assembled

  • Refillable Nature Journal Watercolor Gift Sets

  • Woodland Ornament Gift Sets

What Products We Offer:

Gorgeous woodland sticker packs and handmade gold trimmed art magnets line the display rack at The Bristol Bazaar. Floral, fungi, cute animals

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AND WHERE TO FIND OUR PRODUCTS:

Events:

Thanks for shopping with us at in-person markets in 2025! We are taking a pause from pop-up events until the spring, but you can still shop on here, at any of our retail spots, or on Etsy!

We’ll be at:

  • YONO Wellness Fair: Willimantic, CT: Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 12 PM - 4 PM

  • The Wicked Press: South Windsor, CT: Saturday, May 9th, 2026 10 AM - 2 PM

  • The Market at 1115 Main: Manchester, CT: Sunday, May 10th, 2026: 10 AM - 3 PM

  • Heirloom Spring Festival: Old Wethersfield, CT: Saturday, May 23rd, 2026: 10 AM - 4 PM

  • Middletown First Fridays: Middletown, CT: Friday, June 5th, 5 PM - 8 PM

  • The Market at 1115 Main: Manchester, CT: Saturday, June 13th, 2026: 10 AM - 3 PM

  • Art in the Park: Manchester, CT: Sunday, June 14th, 2026: 10 AM - 4 PM

  • Coventry Farmers’ Market: Coventry, CT: Sunday, June 21st, 2026: 10 AM - 1 PM

  • Coventry Farmers’ Market: Coventry, CT: Sunday, June 28th, 2026: 10 AM - 1 PM

  • Coventry Farmers’ Market: Coventry, CT: Sunday, July 19th, 2026: 10 AM - 1 PM

  • 74th Annual COMO Village Fair: Stonington, CT: Saturday, August 1st, 2026: 10 AM - 4 PM

  • Coventry Farmers’ Market: Coventry, CT: Sunday, August 2nd, 2026: 10 AM - 1 PM

  • Tolland Green Market: Tolland, CT: Sunday, August 30th, 2026: 10 AM - 1 PM

  • Coventry Farmers’ Market: Coventry, CT: Sunday, September 6th, 2026: 10 AM - 1 PM

  • The Market at 1115 Main: Manchester, CT: Saturday, September 12th, 2026: 10 AM - 3 PM

  • Coventry Farmers’ Market: Coventry, CT: Sunday, September 20th, 2026: 10 AM - 1 PM

  • Middletown First Fridays: Middletown, CT: Friday, October 2nd, 5 PM - 8 PM

  • Coventry Farmers’ Market: Coventry, CT: Sunday, October 4th, 2026: 10 AM - 1 PM

  • The Market at 1115 Main: Manchester, CT: Sunday, October 11th, 2026: 10 AM - 3 PM

  • Coventry Farmers’ Market: Coventry, CT: Sunday, October 25th, 2026: 10 AM - 1 PM

Consignment & Booth Locations:

Stockists:

Please see our wholesale page if you would like to receive our current list of stockists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Orders, such as cards or prints, can be customized to feature a name of the recipient. If you are interested in a commission for a pet portrait, please refer to the Commissions page.

  • Orders made on the website are typically processed in 3-5 business days. They are then shipped by USPS Ground Advantage, which can take an additional 2-5 days.

    Snail Mail is sent through USPS and will arrive in 1-5 business days.

  • We do not offer returns unless the item(s) have arrived damaged as a result of packaging or manufacturing. Photos/videos of the damage have to be received within 24 hours to be eligible for a refund. All items shipped with USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail are insured. *Custom portrait return policies are different.

  • Snail Mail Art & Nature Club members receive free shipping on their subscription.

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    For all other retail orders, there is a standard flat fee of $9.00 per shipping order to cover rising shipping costs and handling. Local scheduled pick up is an option if you are within proximity of Tolland, CT.

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    Wholesale shipping orders have tiered pricing and may receive free shipping at checkout.

    Should you place a retail order and select the “FREE WHOLESALE-INVOICE SHIPPING” instead of the USPS Flat Rate you will be sent an invoice to pay the balance before your order ships. FREE Wholesale shipping is specifically for retail establishments purchasing bulk wholesale orders. Should you fail to pay the shipping balance within 3 days, then your order will be refunded.

    *Our Etsy page utilizes weight based shipping. If the item you are looking to purchase is available on our Etsy page, you are welcome to make your purchase on there if it lowers your shipping cost.

    https://www.etsy.com/shop/AliviaRubinoArt

  • If you are interested in collaborating on an illustration project, please send a message with the contact form to discuss it. I will send you a proposal should your project fit in my timeline and aligns with my style and interest.

  • Yes, I offer a range of products wholesale. Please visit my Wholesale page to access my Faire account. If you’d like to take a look at my digital catalog, please reach out via email and I will send you a link.