Friday, January 18, 2013

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day “Celebrate Dr. King: Explore the Dream Through Art” Workshop...Join us this Monday!

Express Yourself Studios; located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood will host its 5th annual “Celebrate Dr. King: Explore the Dream Through Art” workshop, January 21st . Children ages 4-12 are welcome to learn about Dr. King and the Civil Rights Movement through art. Children will create art exploring the themes of Peace, Equality and Friendship.

All participants are asked to bring a canned or boxed non-perishable food item to be donated to the Wallace Chapel Food Pantry (a service of Wallace Chapel Church) in Summit, NJ. The workshop fee is $15, one hour of studio time and all materials included. Join us between 11:00 am – 2:00 pm (on the hour).

To enroll in this workshop please 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 the arts. As well as a space where artist are welcome to display their work and create utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. The Studio also offers a Summer Art Workshop, an Artist-in-Residency Program 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!

Monday, January 14, 2013

Express Yourself Studios Celebrates Black History Month with Several Scheduled Events and Workshops

MAPLEWOOD, NJ, January 14, 2013– Express Yourself Studios located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood, NJ has several events slated for Black History Month. The community is invited to take part in one or more of the Studio’s events which kicks-off with the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. Events are kid and family-friendly and include the following:

Monday, January 21 – 5th Annual Celebrate Dr. King; Explore the Dream through Art Workshop
Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm


Learn about Dr. King and the Civil Rights Movement through art. Children between the ages of 4-12 are welcome to participate in a drop-in art project exploring the themes of Peace, Equality and Friendship. The Workshop Fee is $15; all participants are encouraged to bring a canned or boxed non-perishable food item to be donated to the Wallace Chapel Food Pantry (a service of Wallace Chapel Church) in Summit, New Jersey.

Saturday, February 2, 16, 23 – African American Artists Series
Times: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm


Saturdays during the month of February enjoy a special Black History Month lesson in art exploring a different African-American Master Artists (Aaron Douglass, William H. Johnson, and Faith Ringgold). This program is offered as part of Express Yourself’s Studio Saturday offering and is open to children ages 5-12. The Workshop Fee for this event is $15.

Saturday, February 9 – “Express Your Emotions” with Children’s Book Author Tanji Dewberry
Time: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm


Emotions are something we all have but are seldom talked about, especially with children. New author, Tanji Dewberry, seeks to change this dynamic with her debut children's book, Oh Fiddlesticks! Inspired by the coping skills she learned to help her son, Oh Fiddlesticks! strives to begin a healthy dialogue between adults and children about how to combat negative emotions.

Express Yourself Studios and Ms. Dewberry will host a day of “Express Your Emotions” children will use art and Oh Fiddlesticks! as a guide to share their emotions.

Children will be given a complimentary, blank cover of Oh Fiddlesticks! to exercise their artistic skills. In addition, during this free event children will meet and hear from the author during a book reading to be held each hour.

To learn more about Tanji Dewberry and Oh Fiddlesticks!, visit www.ohfiddlesticksbook.com

For additional information or to RSVP for any event please contact Express Yourself Studios 973-763-5256 online, www.expressyourselfstudios.com or via email 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 the arts. As well as a space where artist are welcome to display their work and create utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. The Studio also offers a Summer Art Workshop, an Artist-in-Residency Program 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!


Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Curious about Express Yourself Studios Coffee & Canvas Workshop? Take advantage of our LivingSocial Deal and join us every Sunday afternoon 3-5p Hurry only 4-days left?

Join Express Yourself Studios, located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood every Sunday afternoon for Coffee & Canvas. Bring your coffee (or favorite beverage) and explore your creative side and enjoy an afternoon of creativity.

Participate in a guided art project; no experience necessary...the main objective is to have fun! Leave with a finished masterpiece!!

Coffee & Canvas is great for group workshops or private get-togethers. Every Sunday afternoon 3:00pm – 5:00pm participate in a guided art project, $25 per person, supplies and treats provided. For a limited time, take advantage of Express Yourself Studios LivingSocial Deal.

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 the arts. As well as a space where artist are welcome to display their work and create utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. The Studio also offers a Summer Art Workshop, an Artist-in-Residency Program 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, January 3, 2013

Express Yourself Studios will host its 5th annual “Celebrate Dr. King: Explore the Dream Through Art” workshop, January 21st for Children ages 4-12, RSVP Now!


Express Yourself Studios; located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood will host its 5th annual “Celebrate Dr. King: Explore the Dream Through Art” workshop, January 21st . Children ages 4-12 are welcome to learn about Dr. King and the Civil Rights Movement through art. Children will create art exploring the themes of Peace, Equality and Friendship.

All participants are asked to bring a canned or boxed non-perishable food item to be donated to the Wallace Chapel Food Pantry (a service of Wallace Chapel Church) in Summit, NJ. The workshop fee is $15, one hour of studio time and all materials included. Join us between 11:00 am – 2:00 pm (on the hour).

To enroll in this workshop please 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 the arts. As well as a space where artist are welcome to display their work and create utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. The Studio also offers a Summer Art Workshop, an Artist-in-Residency Program 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!

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

Drawing & Painting Workshop Offered by Express Yourself Studios for Children Ages 8-12; Classes Begin January 15, Secure Your Child's Space Now!

Express Yourself Studios; located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood offers a Drawing & Painting Workshop Tuesday evenings 4:30pm - 5:30pm for children ages 8-12.

Young artists will develop their artistic skills while having fun discovering their own personal style. Working from still life, photographs, images from art history and/or independent themes and ideas, students will be introduced to specific drawing and painting fundamentals and techniques. These include line drawing, value, shape, pattern, texture, shading and highlighting. While experimenting with a variety tools, media and techniques.

To reserve a spot for your youngster please 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 the arts. As well as a space where artist are welcome to display their work and create utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. The Studio also offers a Summer Art Workshop, an Artist-in-Residency Program 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!

Mixed Media Workshop Offered by Express Yourself Studios for Children Ages 4-7; Classes Begin January 15 Secure Your Child's Space Now!



Express Yourself Studios, located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood offers a Mixed Media Workshop Wednesday evenings 4:30pm - 5:30pm. This engaging and dynamic program is perfect for the child age 4-7 who wants to learn many art techniques, while creating diverse and imaginative projects.

Each student will create different, unique and individualized art pieces through a variety of themes and subject matter. Projects will include drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, clay and numerous mixed media-based concepts, using an array of fun and tactile materials and techniques suited to each age group.

Students will also be introduced to various techniques and artists from art history.

To enroll in this workshop please 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 the arts. As well as a space where artist are welcome to display their work and create utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. The Studio also offers a Summer Art Workshop, an Artist-in-Residency Program 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!