Express Yourself Studios located at 1912 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood has several events slated for February 2010. All are invited to take part in one or more of the studio’s events. Events are geared toward adults, families and children and include the following:
Spring Session I Art Classes & Workshop Enrollment
February 1 – March 26
Express Yourself Studios, A Space to Create located at 1912 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood is currently accepting enrollment for its Winter art classes (January – March). Classes are available for adults and children and are offered in 6 week sessions. All materials are included, and there is a wide variety of classes to choose from. Kids' classes include: Drawing & Painting, Media Mix, and Sculpture. Adult classes include Acrylics, Watercolor and Pastel Workshops as well as Altered Books. Spring Session I begins March 29 and runs through May 7.
Experience Acrylics Workshop
Every Tuesday
February 2, 9, 16, 23
Acrylic painting is a perfect medium for both the beginner and the experienced artist who wants to try something new. Anything that oils can do, acrylic can do! Learn the basics of mixing colors, blending and a variety of acrylic painting techniques with artist Rosalia Tignini Verdun. Learn, experiment and create a finished painting every Tuesday evening 6:00pm - 9:00pm at Express Yourself Studios, located at 1912 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood.
Artist Rosalia Tignini Verdun an award winning artist will take participants through an exercise in Acrylics. Mrs. Verdun a local New Jersey artist is a member of the Portrait Society of America, the Millburn-Short Hills Art Center. Her work can be found in galleries and in private collections throughout the U.S. Currently Mrs. Verdun’s work can be viewed at the ACL Gallery in Livingston, at Express Yourself Studios or by visiting www.rosaliart.com.
Those who wish to participate in the workshop should register or contact Express Yourself Studios, 973-763-5256 or via email info@expressyourselfstudios.com to R.S.V.P. The fee is $45 per class and all materials are included.
Valentine’s Day Arts & Crafts Drop-In Workshop
Saturday, February 13
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join Express Yourself Studios for a special Valentine's Day Arts & Crafts Workshop.
Children ages 2-10 are invited to create a mixed media heart painting utilizing acrylic paints, pastels and heart-shaped wood cut-outs. Visit us anytime between 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Visit http://expressyourselfstudios.com/ValentinesDayDropIn.html for details.
Crafty Toddlers
Every Thursday & Saturday
February 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27
Express Yourself Studios, located at 1912 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood is now offering a Thursday & Saturday morning (10am-11am) class for toddlers! Children ages 2-4 are invited to play with paint! Pinch and pound clay! Collage with glue and explore different art materials. A different project each week. Moms, Dads or Caregivers can participate too!
Crafty Toddlers is $15 per child. All materials included. To register your youngster for this class please contact Express Yourself Studios, 973-763-5256, info@expressyourselfstudios.com or www.expressyourselfstudios.com.
Cocktails & Canvas Workshops at Express Yourself Studios (Adults)
Every 1 and 3 Thursday
February 4, 18
Join Express Yourself Studios located at 1912 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood for Cocktails & Canvas. 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! Leave with a finished masterpiece!! Individual workshops or private parties; great for "Girls’ Night Out,” Bachelorette parties and “Date Night.”. Every 1 and 3 Thursday, 7:00-9:00pm, $25 per person (adults only), supplies provided. Visit http://expressyourselfstudios.com/COCKTAILSCANVAS.html for project details.
Pizza & Pottery at Express Yourself Studios (Ages 5-12)
Every 4 Thursday
February 25
Join Express Yourself Studios located at 1912 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood, NJ every 4th Thursday of the month for Pizza & Pottery (6:00pm – 8:00pm) 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 include, $20 per person. Reserve your space today. Visit http://expressyourselfstudios.com/PIZZAPOTTERY.html for project details.
Studios Saturdays at Express Yourself Studios (Ages 5-10)
Every Saturday
February 6, 13, 20, 27
Join Express Yourself Studios, located at 1912 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood every Saturday from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm and 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm for Studio Saturdays. Come and participate in a guided art project, a new project each week exploring a different art master and medium. Studio Saturdays are open to children ages 5-12, $15 per child. For more information call 973-763-5256, www.expressyourselfstudios.com.
Presidents’ Day Drop-In Arts & Crafts
February 15
9:00am - 11:00am, 12:00pm - 2:00pm or 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children (ages 5-12) join Express Yourself Studios, located at 1912 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood for two hours of fun arts & crafts! Children will create paintings using a mix of mediums (acrylics, watercolor, and pastels) and other projects using a myriad of materials (clay & paper collages). Join us from 9:00 am - 11:00am, 12:00pm - 2:00pm or 3:00pm - 5:00pm. All materials included 2-hours of studio time, $30 per child. Visit http://expressyourselfstudios.com/PRESIDENTSDAY.html for details.
Summer Art Camp Enrollment
Ongoing – August 20
Express Yourself Studios located at 1912 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood offers a Summer Art camp program for children ages 5-12. Children will experiment with a variety of media in a fun and supportive environment. Children will be encouraged to use their imagination freely as we learn about Master Artists. Summer Art Camp runs June 28 – August 27.
Campers will create 10-15 art projects per week. The projects will be inspired by a different Master Artist. 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. An exhibition and reception featuring student’s artwork will be held at the conclusion of each week. Visit http://expressyourselfstudios.com/SUMMERARTCAMP.html for the weekly schedule.
To register for any program or event 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 arts and crafts. As well as a space where artist are welcome to display their work and create utilizing the studio’s space, tools and tables. For more information about the studio and its offerings visit www.expressyourselfstudios.com
