A NEW YEAR OF CREATIVITY BEGINS! September is almost here, and we're getting ready to kick off a brand-new year of creating at Joyful Art Center! This year, our students will explore art through nature, science, storytelling, creative problem-solving, artist inspiration and hands-on making—with new themes throughout the school year. And our first adventure begins in the FOREST! SEPTEMBER: FOREST EXPLORERS Throughout September, students will look closely at the plants, animals, textures,...
about 6 hours ago • 1 min read
August is winding down, and we’re getting ready for a fresh season of creativity at Joyful Art Center! Join us for our Fall Open House on September 5 for a first look at what’s ahead, then get ready for FALL CLASSES beginning September 8. Registration is now open and spots are expected to fill quickly, so now is a great time to find the class that fits your family. Coming Up This Week Painter's Choice | Aug 27 • 6-8pm • Ages 13+ Choose your favorite coastal-inspired design and enjoy a...
4 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Joyful Families! Our Fall Classes are officially here! We're excited to welcome everyone back for another year of creating, exploring, learning, and building Creative Confidence at Joyful Art Center. This year, our classes continue to focus on something we believe deeply: art isn't about everyone making the exact same thing. It's about learning skills, experimenting with materials, discovering new ideas, and giving artists room to make their work their own. Throughout the year, students...
10 days ago • 1 min read
School is back in session, and a new creative season is right around the corner! Our school-year art programs begin September 8, with registration opening soon, so keep an eye out for details. In the meantime, we have fun events ahead, plus Creative Café • Open Studio is available Monday - Saturdays for an easy, flexible way to fit creativity into your new school-year routine. Coming Up This Week Watercolor Meet Up | Aug 20 • 6-8pm • Ages 13+ Slow down, pick up a brush, and enjoy a relaxed...
11 days ago • 1 min read
Summer camp may be wrapped up, but there’s still plenty of creativity ahead at Joyful Art Center! August brings a fresh mix of workshops, meet-ups, and art experiences for kids, teens, and adults. Whether you’re looking for something fun to do together or a little creative time for yourself, we’d love to have you join us. Coming Up This Week Little Makers • Ocean Explorers | Aug 14 • 10-11am • Ages 2-6 with their grown-up A playful ocean-themed art adventure for ages 2–6 and their grown-ups....
18 days ago • 1 min read
This is the final week of our Summer Art Camps & Summer Drawing Workshops, and we're wrapping up the season with one more week of creativity and fun! As summer continues, we have plenty of workshops and special events planned throughout August. Keep reading for a preview of what's coming up at Joyful Art Center! Coming Up This Week Wild & Whimsical Woodland Camp | Aug 3-6 • 10am-3pm • Ages 5-11 Discover the magic of the forest through imaginative, nature-inspired art. Create woodland...
25 days ago • 1 min read
It's hard to believe we're already in the last week of July! Summer is flying by! If you're looking to add a little more creativity to your family's summer, there are still spots available in this week's Mini Worlds Camp. Kids will dream up, design, and build imaginative miniature worlds where every tiny detail tells a story. Drop-in days are available! Take a look at what's coming up at Joyful Art Center! Coming Up This Week Mini Worlds Camp | July 27-30 • 10am-3pm • Ages 5-11 Build...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
As summer winds down, keeping kids entertained with activities that are both fun and meaningful can become a challenge. That's why we've filled this week's schedule with creative camps, workshops, and family-friendly events that make it easy to beat summer boredom, spark imagination, and create lasting memories. Take a look at what's coming up at Joyful Art Center! Coming Up This Week Clay & Play Camp | July 20-23 • 10am-3pm • Ages 5-11 Discover the fun of turning clay into imaginative works...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Finding fresh, creative activities that everyone can enjoy isn't always easy during the busy summer months. That's why we're excited to offer a mix of camps, workshops, and—for the first time ever—our Kinusaiga Fabric Landscape Workshop for adults. Whether you're planning for your kids or treating yourself to a creative break, there's something waiting for you at the studio. Coming Up This Week K-Pop Mystic Makers Camp | July 6-9 • 10am-3pm • Ages 5-11 Create bold, music-inspired art filled...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
We have an exciting week of summer camp ahead, filled with creativity, imagination, and hands-on fun! As we head into the 4th of July holiday weekend, we're also looking forward to another great lineup of camps, workshops, and creative experiences to keep the summer going strong. Take a look at what's coming up and start planning your next creative adventure. Coming Up This Week Mythical Makers Camp | June 29-July 2 • 10am-3pm • Ages 5-11 Bring dragons, mermaids, and magical creatures to life...
2 months ago • 1 min read