Monday, April 30, 2012

Explore the Art of Claude Monet Enroll in Express Yourself Studios Summer Art Workshop Week #4 July 16 – July 20. Secure Your Camper’s Space Now!


Express Yourself Studios located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood has begun its Summer Art Workshop 2012 enrollment. The Summer Art Workshop program is open to children ages 5-12. Children will experiment with a variety of media in a fun and supportive environment. Participants will be encouraged to use their imagination freely as they learn about Master Artists. The Summer Workshop runs June 25 – August 24.

Workshop attendees will create 10-15 art projects per week. The projects will be inspired by a different Master Artist. The 2012 9-week schedule includes the following artists: Alma Woodsey Thomas, Henri Matisse, Keith Haring, Claude Monet, Vincent Van Gogh, Diego Rivera, Paul Cezanne, Pablo Picasso and Georgia O'Keeffe.

Children will learn about the Artists through discussions, examples, and art-making. Projects will include painting, drawing, mixed media collage, sculpture, printmaking and paper mache (relative to the artists). An exhibition and reception featuring students' artwork will be held at the conclusion of each week.

Can’t join us during the week? Enroll in our Summer Saturday Art Workshop, visit us online for details.

2012 SUMMER ART WORKSHOP
Children Ages 5-12
9:00 am – 12:00 pm or 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Weekly Schedule - $175 Weekly***


Week 1 June 25 - June 29 Alma Woodsey Thomas
Week 2 July 2 - July 6* Henri Matisse
Week 3 July 9 - July 13 Keith Haring
Week 4 July 16 - July 20 Claude Monet
Week 5 July 23 - July 27 Vincent Van Gogh
Week 6 July 30 - August 3 Diego Rivera
Week 7 August 6 - August 10 Paul Cezanne
Week 8 August 13 - August 17 Pablo Picasso
Week 9 August 20 - August 24 Georgia O'Keeffe

* $140 (rate reduction this week only, no class Wednesday, July 4)
** $155 per week if registration and payment is received before March 31, 2012
***$150 per week if registering for 2 or more weeks or multiple children

To reserve a spot for your youngster please contact Express Yourself Studios 973-763-5256, info@expressyourselfstudios.com or visit us online www.expressyourselfstudios.com.

Express Yourself Studios is an art studio and art gallery dedicated to being an outlet for children and adults to express themselves creatively via classes in arts and crafts. As well as a space where artists are welcome to display their work and create utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. The Studio also offers a Summer Art Camp and hosts birthday parties and art events throughout the year. For more information about the studio visit www.expressyourselfstudios.com or read Express Yourself Studios’ Blog at http://expressyourselfstudios.blogspot.com to learn about the Studios’ events & happenings!

Thursday, April 26, 2012

Special Mother’s Day Workshops at Express Yourself Studios




MAPLEWOOD, NJ, April 26, 2012 – In observance of Mother’s Day Express Yourself Studios located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood will offer two special opportunities for Moms to create and celebrate motherhood.

Thursday, May 10 – Moms’ Night Out – Cocktails & Canvas

Moms join Express Yourself Studios for a special Mother’s Day Cocktails & Canvas Workshop. Bring your bottle of wine (or favorite beverage) and explore your creative side and have a night out with friends! No experience necessary...the main objective is to have fun! Thursday, May 10 7:00-9:00pm, $25 per person (adults only), supplies and light refreshments provided.

Special Mother’s Day gift for the first 10 registrants.

Saturday, May 12 – Mother’s Day Pizza & Pottery Workshop

Celebrate Mother’s Day with your child at Express Yourself Studios. Children (ages 2-10) will create a special pottery project with Mom for Mom. All materials, plus pizza & beverages provided. Join us Saturday, May 12, 11:00am – 1:00pm and 2:00pm – 4:00pm (you choose your time). The workshop fee is $25 for Mom and child and $10 for each additional sibling.

To enroll in a workshop please register 2-3 days prior. Contact Express Yourself Studios 973-763-5256, info@expressyourselfstudios.com or www.expressyourselfstudios.com.

Express Yourself Studios is an art studio and art gallery dedicated to being an outlet for children and adults to express themselves creatively via classes in arts and crafts. As well as a space where artists are welcome to display their work and create utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. The Studio also offers a Summer Art Camp and hosts birthday parties and art events throughout the year. For more information about the studio visit www.expressyourselfstudios.com or read Express Yourself Studios’ Blog at http://expressyourselfstudios.blogspot.com to learn about the Studios’ events & happenings!

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Thursday, April 19, 2012

Pizza & Pottery Thursday, April 26 at Express Yourself Studios Sculpt Crazy Heads...RSVP Now!

Join Express Yourself Studios located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood, NJ every 4th Thursday of the month for Pizza & Pottery (6:00 pm – 8:00 pm) Children ages 5-12 will participate in a fun pottery project creating a functional piece of artwork. Hand building techniques such as slab, pinch, and sculpture will be covered. All supplies, pizza and beverages included. $20 per person. Reserve your space today.

This session we'll sculpt "Crazy Heads"!

Bringing in a small group of 4 or more? Register at our group rate of $15 per child. To enroll in this workshop please register 2-3 days prior. Contact Express Yourself Studios 973-763-5256, info@expressyourselfstudios.com or www.expressyourselfstudios.com.

Express Yourself Studios is an art studio and art gallery dedicated to being an outlet for children and adults to express themselves creatively via classes in arts and crafts. As well as a space where artists are welcome to display their work and create utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. The Studio also offers a Summer Art Camp and hosts birthday parties and art events throughout the year. For more information about the studio visit www.expressyourselfstudios.com or read Express Yourself Studios’ Blog at http://expressyourselfstudios.blogspot.com to learn about the Studios’ events & happenings!

Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Explore the Art of Keith Haring Enroll in Express Yourself Studios Summer Art Workshop Week #3 July 9 – July 13. Secure Your Camper’s Space Now!



Express Yourself Studios located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood has begun its Summer Art Workshop 2012 enrollment. The Summer Art Workshop program is open to children ages 5-12. Children will experiment with a variety of media in a fun and supportive environment. Participants will be encouraged to use their imagination freely as they learn about Master Artists. The Summer Workshop runs June 25 – August 24.

Workshop attendees will create 10-15 art projects per week. The projects will be inspired by a different Master Artist. The 2012 9-week schedule includes the following artists: Alma Woodsey Thomas, Henri Matisse, Keith Haring, Claude Monet, Vincent Van Gogh, Diego Rivera, Paul Cezanne, Pablo Picasso and Georgia O'Keeffe.

Children will learn about the Artists through discussions, examples, and art-making. Projects will include painting, drawing, mixed media collage, sculpture, printmaking and paper mache (relative to the artists). An exhibition and reception featuring students' artwork will be held at the conclusion of each week.

Can’t join us during the week? Enroll in our Summer Saturday Art Workshop, visit us online for details.

2012 SUMMER ART WORKSHOP

Children Ages 5-12
9:00 am – 12:00 pm or 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Weekly Schedule - $175 Weekly***


Week 1 June 25 - June 29 Alma Woodsey Thomas
Week 2 July 2 - July 6* Henri Matisse
Week 3 July 9 - July 13 Keith Haring
Week 4 July 16 - July 20 Claude Monet
Week 5 July 23 - July 27 Vincent Van Gogh
Week 6 July 30 - August 3 Diego Rivera
Week 7 August 6 - August 10 Paul Cezanne
Week 8 August 13 - August 17 Pablo Picasso
Week 9 August 20 - August 24 Georgia O'Keeffe

* $140 (rate reduction this week only, no class Wednesday, July 4)
** $155 per week if registration and payment is received before March 31, 2012
***$150 per week if registering for 2 or more weeks or multiple children



To reserve a spot for your youngster please contact Express Yourself Studios 973-763-5256, info@expressyourselfstudios.com or visit us online www.expressyourselfstudios.com.

Express Yourself Studios is an art studio and art gallery dedicated to being an outlet for children and adults to express themselves creatively via classes in arts and crafts. As well as a space where artists are welcome to display their work and create utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. The Studio also offers a Summer Art Camp and hosts birthday parties and art events throughout the year. For more information about the studio visit www.expressyourselfstudios.com or read Express Yourself Studios’ Blog at http://expressyourselfstudios.blogspot.com to learn about the Studios’ events & happenings!

Saturday, April 14, 2012

Explore the Art of Henri Matisse Enroll in Express Yourself Studios Summer Art Workshop Week #2 July 2 – July 6. Secure Your Camper’s Space Now!




Express Yourself Studios located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood has begun its Summer Art Workshop 2012 enrollment. The Summer Art Workshop program is open to children ages 5-12. Children will experiment with a variety of media in a fun and supportive environment.

Participants will be encouraged to use their imagination freely as they learn about Master Artists. The Summer Workshop runs June 25 – August 24.

Workshop attendees will create 10-15 art projects per week. The projects will be inspired by a different Master Artist. The 2012 9-week schedule includes the following artists: Alma Woodsey Thomas, Henri Matisse, Keith Haring, Claude Monet, Vincent Van Gogh, Diego Rivera, Paul Cezanne, Pablo Picasso and Georgia O'Keeffe.

Children will learn about the Artists through discussions, examples, and art-making. Projects will include painting, drawing, mixed media collage, sculpture, printmaking and paper mache (relative to the artists). An exhibition and reception featuring students' artwork will be held at the conclusion of each week.


2012 SUMMER ART WORKSHOP
Children Ages 5-12
9:00 am – 12:00 pm or 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm


Weekly Schedule - $175 Weekly***

Week 1 June 25 - June 29 Alma Woodsey Thomas
Week 2 July 2 - July 6* Henri Matisse
Week 3 July 9 - July 13 Keith Haring
Week 4 July 16 - July 20 Claude Monet
Week 5 July 23 - July 27 Vincent Van Gogh
Week 6 July 30 - August 3 Diego Rivera
Week 7 August 6 - August 10 Paul Cezanne
Week 8 August 13 - August 17 Pablo Picasso
Week 9 August 20 - August 24 Georgia O'Keeffe

* $140 (rate reduction this week only, no class Wednesday, July 4)
** $155 per week if registration and payment is received before March 31, 2012
***$150 per week if registering for 2 or more weeks or multiple children


Can’t join us during the week? Enroll in our Summer Saturday Art Workshop, visit us online for details.


To reserve a spot for your youngster please contact the Studio, 973-763-5256, info@expressyourselfstudios.com.

Express Yourself Studios is an art studio and art gallery dedicated to being an outlet for children and adults to express themselves creatively via classes in arts and crafts. As well as a space where artists are welcome to display their work and create utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. The Studio also offers a Summer Art Camp and hosts birthday parties and art events throughout the year. For more information about the studio visit www.expressyourselfstudios.com or read Express Yourself Studios’ Blog at http://expressyourselfstudios.blogspot.com to learn about the Studios’ events & happenings!

Friday, April 13, 2012

It's Not Too Late to Join Us for Spring Break Next Week April 16–20 for Ages 5-12, 9a-12p. Enroll Now!

Express Yourself Studios located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood will host its annual Spring Break Workshop. The workshop runs through April 27 and is open to children ages 5-12. Choose your Spring Break Week and join us for fun arts & crafts! Register for a week or a day or two.

We will create paintings inspired by Master Artists such as: O’Keeffe, Basquiat, Van Gogh, Warhol, Haring, Cezanne, etc. using a mix of mediums (acrylics, watercolor, and pastels) and other projects using a myriad of materials (clay & paper collages). All materials included, 3-hours of studio time. Please pack a light snack. The Workshop Fee: $150 for the week or $45 per child/per day

To reserve a spot for your youngster please contact the Studio, 973-763-5256, info@expressyourselfstudios.com.

Express Yourself Studios is an art studio and art gallery dedicated to being an outlet for children and adults to express themselves creatively via classes in arts and crafts. As well as a space where artists are welcome to display their work and create utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. The Studio also offers a Summer Art Camp and hosts birthday parties and art events throughout the year. For more information about the studio visit www.expressyourselfstudios.com or read Express Yourself Studios’ Blog at http://expressyourselfstudios.blogspot.com to learn about the Studios’ events & happenings!