Monday, March 22, 2010

Spring Break Art Workshops at Express Yourself Studios


Express Yourself Studios located at 1912 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood, NJ is offering a Spring Break Arts & Crafts Workshop for children ages 5-12. The workshops are scheduled for March 29 - April 9.

Children will create paintings using a mix of mediums (acrylics, watercolor, and pastels) and other projects using a myriad of materials (clay & paper collages)

Times: 9:00 am - 12:00pm and 1:00pm - 4:00pm

All materials included, 3-hours of studio time, $45 per child (sibling discounts available).

Bring a snack and join the fun! To reserve a spot for your youngster please contact the Studio, www.expressyourselfstudios.com, 973-763-5256 or register online http://www.expressyourselfstudios.com/SpringBreakDropIn.html

Thursday, March 11, 2010

St. Patrick's Day Arts & Crafts Drop-In March 17 at Express Yourself Studios


Children ages 5-10 are invited to join Express Yourself Studios located at 1912 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood on St. Patrick's Day for arts & crafts and treats.

We'll create a mixed media painting utilizing acrylic paints, decorative papers and pastel crayons.

Visit the studio anytime on St. Patty's Day between 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM, $15 per child, one hour studio time.

All materials and treats included...join us for the fun!

To register please call the studio 973-763-5256 or visit us online http://expressyourselfstudios.com/StPatricksDayDropIn.html


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.

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

@ The Studio: Special Events & Happenings – Express Yourself Studios




Express Yourself Studios located at 1912 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood has several events slated for March 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 Art Classes & Workshop Enrollment
March 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 Art Classes begin March 29 and runs through May 7.

Experience Acrylics Workshop
Every Tuesday
March 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.

St. Patrick’s Day Arts & Crafts Drop-In
Wednesday, March 17, 2010


Children ages 5-12 are invited to join Express Yourself Studios, located at 1912 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood on St. Patrick’s Day for an Arts & Crafts Drop-In. We’ll create a mixed media painting utilizing acrylic paints, decorative papers and pastel crayons.

Participants may visit the studio anytime between 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM for art and treats. The St. Patty’s Day Drop-In is $15 per child, one hour studio time, all materials and treats included. To register your youngster for this class please contact Express Yourself Studios, 973-763-5256, info@expressyourselfstudios.com or www.expressyourselfstudios.com.

Spring Zing – Celebrate Spring
Saturday, March 20, 2010
10:00am - 12:00pm


Join Express Yourself Studios for music, treats, arts & crafts and merriment as we celebrate and welcome the first day of Spring!
We’ll create a mixed media painting inspired by Spring utilizing acrylic paints, decorative papers and pastel crayons.

Children ages 2-10 visit the studio anytime between 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, $15 per child, one hour studio time. All materials and treats included.

Spring Break Arts & Crafts Workshop
March 29 – April 9
9:00am – 12:00pm and 1:00pm – 4:00pm


Join Express Yourself Studios’ Spring Break Arts & Crafts Workshop. Children (ages 5-12) will create paintings 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, $45 per child (sibling discounts available).
Bring a snack and join the fun!


Crafty Toddlers
Every Thursday & Saturday
March 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 1st and 3rd Thursday
March 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 1st and 3rd Thursday, 7:00-9:00pm, $25 per person (adults only), supplies provided.

Pizza & Pottery at Express Yourself Studios (Ages 5-12)
Every 4th Thursday
March 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.

Studios Saturdays at Express Yourself Studios (Ages 5-10)
Every Saturday
March 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.


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 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.

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

All the best,

Simone
Express Yourself Studios