Gnome Paint Party

November 11, 2025 @ 1:00 pm 3:00 pm

Age 6 and up. 

Today we’ll be having a Paint Party. I’ll demonstrate how to draw a cute holiday gnome and you can paint how you want! Adults can sign up too! All supplies provided.

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Free – $40.00

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Why Art Classes Are More Than Just Fun for Kids

In today’s fast-paced, screen-filled world, finding a space where kids can slow down, explore, and just be is more important than ever. That’s exactly what art classes offer—a place to unplug, focus, and grow.

Research shows that engaging in creative activities helps children develop focus and concentration.1 When kids are painting, sculpting, or drawing, they’re practicing attention to detail, patience, and problem-solving—all skills that translate to school and life. A few hours spent in the studio can be a welcome break from the constant notifications and scrolling, giving their minds space to breathe and refocus.

But the benefits go beyond just mental skills. Art classes create a safe, supportive environment where children can express themselves freely. They can experiment without fear of failure, try new techniques, and discover their own voices. It’s a place where curiosity is encouraged, mistakes are celebrated as learning opportunities, and creativity is the goal, not a grade.

Weekdays after school or weekend mornings, Express It Art becomes a haven where kids can relax, make friends, and explore their imagination under the guidance of an experienced instructor. They learn that the process of creating is just as important as the finished piece—and that lesson in itself builds confidence, resilience, and a sense of accomplishment.

Express It Art believes that art is a powerful tool for growth. Every brushstroke, every sketch, and every sculpture is a step toward building focus, emotional intelligence, and joy. Enrolling your child in art classes isn’t just an activity; it’s an investment in their development, their creativity, and their happiness.

Come visit our studio, and see how a few hours of art can make a big difference in a child’s life.

  1. https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/parenting/parentology/study-smart/10-proven-activities-to-improve-attention-span-boost-focus-in-pre-schoolers/articleshow/123379544.cms ↩︎

Paint Your Pet or Any Animal

Minimum Age 6 to adults. Drop off at 1:00 and pickup at 3:00

  1. Print out a photo of the animal you’d like to paint: dog, cate, lizard, guinea pig, turtle, the size you want it. It doesn’t have to be your pet, it can even be a favorite character like pikachu or a unicorn. Or email the photo to: denise@expressitarts.com
  2. We’ll trace it out on our paper or canvas.
  3. They’ll paint it and we’ll help you every step of the way! 
  4. Extra time can be used for various other small projects: make a magnet, paint on a rock, or play with a little clay.

    Special: Signup for up to 4 dates, even if that includes different children, and add coupon code expressit10 at checkout for a $10 discount. Just put 1 in your cart, back out and keep adding until you reach 4 dates.

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Youth Open Art

Great for Homeschool kids! If you’d like other hours for a class, a different day or even a private group, contact me to discuss options! If you need a different day please contact me and I will schedule it.

For youth 6 and up. (5 is fine if they can do focused work, we may have to cut down to 1 hour or 1.5 hour class if they can’t focus and I’d let you know if this is the case OR someone can stay with them to help.

Students can use their time here to create in many available mediums and make some wonderful artwork. I will help them draw, paint, clay, make plaster sculptures, or learn to sew. As a class, we’ll choose a similar project, like painting animae or a landscape, working with clay or a sewing project, so on.

If they become a “regular”, I will send you a list of basic supplies to purchase that you can either leave in their private locker or bring in each week. The first couple classes of drawing or painting, supplies are not needed. *If they choose one of the other mediums noted below, these would require a supply fee to be added at checkout.

Now they can also learn to sew, we start out on a simple plush project. Please add on $10 fee at checkout. Sewing usually takes at least 2 classes to finish an easy project, longer if they are brand new with sewing. (For teens and adults too!)

*If they make a mosaic, work with clay, sew or make jewelry, please add on $10 fee at checkout.

I have water, juice and crackers, all included.

Recommending mask wear. I usually wear one.

Paint Along

All ages. If you can get a friend to sign up with you, please add 5off at checkout as my thanks.

Paint along with me. Of course you will take home your artwork when you are done. All supplies are included for small-average sized artwork. If you want to paint on wood though, please add the supply fee. Age 5 to ADULTS welcome.

Water and light snacks are available.

Masks are highly encouraged and may be required, please bring it with you.

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Youth Open Art

Great for Home School kids!

For youth 6 and up. (5 is fine if they can do focused work, we may have to cut down to 1 hour or 1.5 hour class if they can’t focus and I’d let you know if this is the case OR someone can stay with them to help.

Students can use their time here to create in many available mediums and make some wonderful artwork. I will help them draw, paint, clay, make plaster sculptures, or learn to sew, whatever they choose. If they become a “regular”, I will send you a list of basic supplies to purchase that you can either leave in their private locker or bring in each week. The first couple classes of drawing or painting, supplies are not needed. *If they choose one of the other mediums noted below, these would require a supply fee to be added at checkout.

Now they can also learn to sew, we start out on a simple plush project. Please add supply fee. Sewing usually takes at least 2 classes to finish an easy project. (for teens and adults too!)

*If they make a mosaic, sew or make jewelry, please add on $10 fee at checkout.

I have water, juice and crackers, all included.

Tuesday Art

3:30-6:00 times are for youth 6 and up. (5 is fine if they can do focused work, we may have to cut down to 1 hour or 1.5 hour class if they can’t focus and I’d let you know if this is the case)

Students can use their time here to create in many available mediums and make some wonderful artwork. I will help them draw, paint, clay, make plaster sculptures, or learn to sew, whatever they choose. If they become a “regular”, I will send you a list of basic supplies to purchase that you can either leave in their private locker or bring in each week. The first couple classes of drawing or painting, supplies are not needed. *If they choose one of the other mediums noted below, these would require a supply fee to be added at checkout.

Now they can also learn to sew, we start out on a simple plush project. Please add supply fee. Sewing usually takes at least 2 classes to finish an easy project. (for teens and adults too!)

*If they make a mosaic, sew or make jewelry, please add on $10 fee at checkout.

Masks required for now.

I have water, juice and crackers, all included.

Tuesday Art

3:30-6:00 times are for youth 6 and up. (5 is fine if they can do focused work, we may have to cut down to 1 hour or 1.5 hour class if they can’t focus and I’d let you know if this is the case)

6:00-8:00 is for Pre-Teen to Adults and I’ll teach you oil painting in this class if desired.

Students can use their time here to create in many available mediums and make some wonderful artwork. I will help them draw, paint, clay, make plaster sculptures, or learn to sew, whatever they choose. If they become a “regular”, I will send you a list of basic supplies to purchase that you can either leave in their private locker or bring in each week. The first couple classes of drawing or painting, supplies are not needed. *If they choose one of the other mediums noted below, these would require a supply fee to be added at checkout.

Now they can also learn to sew, we start out on a simple plush project. Please add supply fee. Sewing usually takes at least 2 classes to finish an easy project. (for teens and adults too!)

*If they make a mosaic, sew or make jewelry, please add on $10 fee at checkout.

Masks required for now.

I have water, juice and crackers, all included.

Friday Art-Any Project

3:00-5:00 or 3:30-5:30, your choice

Students can use their time here to create in many available mediums and make some wonderful artwork. I will help them draw, paint, clay, make plaster sculptures, or learn to sew, whatever they choose. If they become a “regular”, I will send you a list of basic supplies to purchase that you can either leave in their private locker or bring in each week. The first couple classes of drawing or painting, supplies are not needed. *If they choose one of the other mediums noted below, these would require a supply fee to be added at checkout.

Now they can also learn to sew, we start out on a simple plush project. Please add supply fee. Sewing usually takes at least 2 classes to finish an easy project. (for teens and adults too!)

*If they make a mosaic, sew or make jewelry, please add on $10 fee at checkout

I have water, juice and crackers, all included.

Tuesday Art-Any Project

You pick your subject matter and medium and I’ll help you on each step.

Choose from:
1) Draw, then Paint on paper or canvas. Subject matter is up to you. Bring in an image or we can go online for references.

2) Make a small clay sculpture out of air dry clay. They will take it home to paint it…or come back again to finish it.

3) Make a small mosaic mirror, approx. 10″, add $10 at checkout for supplies.

4) Sew a simple pillow or stuffed avocado, pineapple or pea with a cute smiley face; add $10 at checkout for supplies. (Requires 2 classes to finish)

5) Assemble a beaded necklace; add $10 at checkout for supplies.

All supplies included, except $10 fee for mosaics, sewing or jewelry 

Snacks and water & crackers provided.

Age 5 to Adult.

Masks required. Don’t forget to like my Facebook!