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 ↩︎

Field Trip Andres Sculpture Park & Everyone’s Invited!

*This ticket is only if you are dropping them off at Andres Sculpture park and picking them up at 2:00 there. If you are going with them, then it’s free, just meet us there.* I have room in my car for 2 kids, possibly 3, buy your ticket and add the carpool ticket. (You’ll need to sign a waiver for the carpool)

Drop off your child(ren) at Andres Sculpture Park 98 Route 13  Brookline, New Hampshire, 03033. They must be age 6 or older. I’ll watch them the whole time, just pick them up at 1:00 pm in the parking lot there. Fee is for their admission and for me to watch them for 3 hours.

Anyone is invited! Make sure to pack them a lunch, large water bottle and bug spray inside a backpack and wear sneakers, NO flip flops allowed. This is a small ski mountain, so they need to be prepared to do a 2 mile hike. We stop a lot to look at sculpture artwork.

Directions

From Manchester take 101 West to Route 13 South. Travel 6.5 miles south to the AIA Center & Parking on your right.

From Nashua take Route 130 West through Hollis to Brookline Center. After the Library turn left on Bond Street for one block. The AIA Center & Parking is nearly opposite Bond Street at Route 13.

See you at 11:00am Friday, July 12th at Andres Sculpture Park in Brookline NH!

Thursday Art 3/25 3:00-6:00

After school art 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)

Drop off any time between 3:00-6:00. You keep track of time. **Please tell me your choice of time in ”messages” at check out or you can email me.

Students can use their time here to create in many available mediums and make some wonderful artwork. I will help them draw, paint, clay and plaster sculptures, 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, but this is not needed  for the first couple of visits.

If they make a mosaic or make jewelry, please add on $10. If they want to work with “authentic” clay that requires firing, please add the $10 for firing costs and let me know they’d like to do this, but this takes 2 weeks to do. Instead, I do have Air-Dry clay here they can use. If you’d like to purchase a 2.5 lb. container for them to keep, I have some here for $7

Masks required for now.

I have water, juice and crackers, all included.

Friday Art 3/19 3:00-6:00

After school art 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)

Drop off any time between 3:00-6:00. You keep track of time. **Please tell me your choice of time in ”messages” at check out or you can email me.

Students can use their time here to create in many available mediums and make some wonderful artwork. I will help them draw, paint, clay and plaster sculptures, 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, but this is not needed  for the first couple of visits.

If they make a mosaic or make jewelry, please add on $10. If they want to work with “authentic” clay that requires firing, please add the $10 for firing costs and let me know they’d like to do this, but this takes 2 weeks to do. Instead, I do have Air-Dry clay here they can use. If you’d like to purchase a 2.5 lb. container for them to keep, I have some here for $7

Masks required for now.

I have water, juice and crackers, all included.

Tuesday Art

After school art 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)

Drop off any time between 3:30-6:00. You keep track of time. **Please tell me your choice of time in ”messages” at check out or you can email me.

Students can use their time here to create in many available mediums and make some wonderful artwork. I will help them draw, paint, clay and plaster sculptures, 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, but this is not needed  for the first couple of visits.

If they make a mosaic or make jewelry, please add on $10. If they want to work with “authentic” clay that requires firing, please add the $10 for firing costs and let me know they’d like to do this, but this takes 2 weeks to do. Instead, I do have Air-Dry clay here they can use. If you’d like to purchase a 2.5 lb. container for them to keep, I have some here for $8

Masks required for now.

I have water, juice and crackers, all included.

Thursday Art – Any Project

Learn to draw, then paint using watercolors, acrylic, watercolor pencils and “inking” or oil painting if desired. This class is for young adult-adult.

Or choose from one of these options:

  • Learn the basics of using Clay, use Air Dry clay. (No fee)
  • Make a mosaic mirror or tray (+$10 for supplies)
  • Make a necklace, learn how to string beads. Take this home to keep (+$10 for supplies)
  • Or learn to sew. (+$10 for supplies) Start out on an easy pillow or plush avocado or pea.
  • Make 3D art out of plaster. (No fee)

Closed for now, Virtual classes coming soon!

Pick any two hours during the hours of: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
When you sign up, please let me know what time you will arrive in the message area.

Learn to Draw, Paint, Sculpt or Create a mosaic, (Clay and Mosiacs need two class signups to complete, and you’d need to buy a $5 supply fee as well.) Or do a wood burning project. Adults and advanced youth can learn oils if desired, please provide a canvas.

This is geared toward individual projects on an area they’d like to focus on, I will rotate around and help them.

Supplies are provided for first two classes, then I will give you a list of minimal supplies they’d need to leave here in their lockers if they become a “regular”; attending each week.

Art Class – Open Studio 6/26 5:30-7:30 Click here to sign up

Learn to draw and paint

Instruction will be geared towards each individual’s artistic level, from beginner to intermediate.

Supplies are provided at first. If they continue as a regular, I will provide you a list of supplies to get them, mainly pencils, water color paper and paints.

Recommended for children age 4 and up. Children have to be able to concentrate for 2 hours. Age 4 and 5, I’ll need a family member present.
If you’d like them to attend with them for only 1 hour, just sign up for 1 person and come by with them or sign them up for a full class and sit nearby.
Your choice, All welcome.

$30.00

All Ages Art Classes & Open House! 4/27 Click here to sign up between 8:00am-1:00pm & scroll down

Learn to draw, paint, make small clay sculpture or create a mosaic! Clay and mosaic may have a $5 extra fee for supplies and are a 2 class project.

Supplies are provided at first. If they continue as a regular, I will provide you a list of supplies to get them, mainly pencils, water color paper and paints.

Recommended for children age 4 and up. Children have to be able to concentrate for 2 hours. Age 4 and 5, I’ll need a family member present.
If you’d like them to attend with them for only 1 hour, just sign up for 1 person and come by with them or sign them up for a full class and sit nearby.
Your choice, All welcome.
Open House all morning until 1:00, come by and visit our studio and see what we are all about!

$30.00

2/1

Learn to draw, paint, make small clay sculptures or work on a mosaic, I’ll show you how! Instruction will be geared towards each individual’s artistic level, from beginner to intermediate. Some supplies are provided at first. Recommended for children age 5 and up. (Children have to be able to concentrate for 2 hours). $25.00
Clay and mosaics have additional fee for supplies, approx $5 extra.