Express Yourself Studios -   "A Space to Create"
@ The Studio
 
 
SPECIAL WORKSHOPS/EVENTS
 
 
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Celebrate Dr. King Explore the Dream Through Art
January 16
 
 
Express Yourself Studios; located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood will host its annual “Celebrate Dr. King: Explore the Dream Through Art” workshop.  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 any time between 11:00 am – 3:00 pm.
 
 
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 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!
 
 
 
 
Winter Break Art Workshop,
February 17 – 24
 
 
Express Yourself Studios; located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood will host a Winter Break Art Workshop February 17-24, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm for children age 5-12. Participants will create paintings using a mix of mediums (acrylics, watercolor, and pastels) and other projects using a myriad of materials (clay & paper collages).   We’ll be inspired by artists such as Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Paul Cezanne, Georgia O’Keeffe and many others.  All materials are included, 3-hours of studio time. Workshop Fee: $150 for the week or $45 per child/per day.
 
 
The registration deadline is February 15.  To register your child for this workshop please contact Express Yourself Studios, 973-763-5256, info@expressyourselfstudios.com or register online at 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!
 
 
Valentine’s Events
February 11 & 14
 
 
 
 
Valentine’s Day Art Workshop
February 11
 
 
Express Yourself Studios; located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood will host its annual Valentine’s Day Art Workshop, Saturday, February 11, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm   Children ages 2-10 are invited to celebrate and create a mixed media Valentine’s day inspired painting utilizing acrylic paints, pastels and paper. 
 
 
The workshop fee is $15, one hour of studio time and all materials and Valentine’s Day treats included.  Join us any time between 11:00 am – 3:00 pm.  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 artist 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!
 
 
Couples Cocktails & Canvas
February 14
 
 
Join Express Yourself Studios located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood for a Couples Cocktails & Canvas, Tuesday, February 14, 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Bring your bottle of wine (or favorite beverage) and explore your creative side and have a great start to the St. Valentine’s holiday! No experience necessary...the main objective is to have fun!  Leave with a finished masterpiece!! 
 
 
All materials and light refreshments provided. $25 per person (adults only).  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 artist 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!
 
 
Express Yourself Studios’ Summer Art Workshop Enrollment
January 1- March 31
 
 
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.  Participants will experiment with a variety of media in a fun and supportive environment.  Attendees are 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.
 
 
Enrollment discounts available if registration and payment received prior to March 31.  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!
 
 
 
 
ONGOING CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
 
 
 
 
"Family Fun Night of Art”
Every Saturday
 
 
Express Yourself Studios located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood  will host "Family Fun Night of Art" every Saturday 4:00pm-6:00pm at Express Yourself Studios located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood.  Families join us for 2-hours of studio time, one (1) guided art project, pizza, beverages and all materials required to facilitate the workshop. 

The workshop fee is $20 per person (4 or more participants the workshop fee is $15 per guest.)   To join “Family Fun Night of Art” register 2-3 days in advance.  Everyone leaves with a frame-worthy piece of artwork.
 
 
For additional information or to reserve a spot for your family please contact the Studio, 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!
 
 
 
 
Coffee & Canvas Workshops
Every Wednesday & Friday
 
 
Join Express Yourself Studios, located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood every Wednesday and Friday morning for Coffee & Canvas.  Bring your coffee (or favorite beverage) and explore your creative side and enjoy a morning of creativity.

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 Wednesday and Friday morning 10:00am – 12:00pm participate in a guided art project, $25 per person, supplies, juice & muffins provided. 
 
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 artist 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!
 
 
 
 
Cocktails & Canvas Workshops  
Every 1 and 3 Thursday
January 5, 19
February 2, 16
 
 
Join Express Yourself Studios located at 1877 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!! 
 
 
Cocktails & Canvas is great for group workshops or private parties; great for "Girls’ Night Out,” Bachelorette parties and “Date Night.”.  Every 1st and 3rd Thursday, 7:00-9:00pm participate in a guided art project, $25 per person (adults only), supplies & treats provided.

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 artist 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!
 
 
 
 
Painting-N-Pajamas
Every 1 Friday
January 6
February 3
 
 
Join Express Yourself Studios located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood every 1 Friday of the month, 6:00pm-7:00pm for Painting-N-Pajamas.  Children ages 2-5 are invited to wear their PJs and participate in a fun and creative art project and enjoy pizza & beverages.   A different project each month (painting, pottery, collage & more).
 
 
Painting-N-Pajamas is $20 per child (all materials, pizza & beverages included).  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 artist 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!
 
 
 
 
Crafty Toddlers – Express Yourself Studios
Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 
January 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, 28, 31
February  7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28
 
 
Express Yourself Studios, located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood offers a Tuesday, Thursday and 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/ per session.  Or you may purchase a Crafty Toddler Pass five (5) Crafty Toddler Workshops for $60 (a savings of $15).  Join us any 5 days of your choice!  All materials included. To register your youngster for this class please contact Express Yourself Studios 1-2 days prior to R.S.V.P, 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.  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!
 
 
 
 
Pizza & Pottery – Express Yourself Studios
Every 4 Thursday
January 26
February 23
 
 
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.
 
 
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 artist 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!
 
 
 
 
ArT4ReAL Teen Art Workshop - Express Yourself Studios
Every 2 Friday
January 13
February 10
 
 
Express Yourself Studios located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood, NJ offers a new teen art workshop called ArT4ReAL. ArT4ReAL takes place every 2nd Friday of the month from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Teens are invited to take part in a guided art project; enjoy music, pizza and beverages while they express themselves creatively on canvas. 
 
 
Projects include painting, mixed media and graffiti art (a different art project each session).  All materials, pizza & beverages included.  The workshop fee is $20 per person. 
 
 
No experience necessary...the main objective is to have fun!  Everyone leaves with their very own finished piece of artwork! 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 artist 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!
 
 
 
 
Media Mix Workshop – Express Yourself Studios
Every Wednesday
4:30pm – 5:30pm
 
 
Express Yourself Studios, located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood offers a Media Mix workshop Wednesday evenings 4:30pm - 5:30pmThis 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 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.  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!
 
 
 
 
Sculpture – Express Yourself Studios
Every Friday
4:30pm-5:30pm
 
 
Express Yourself Studios, located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood offers a sculpture workshop Friday evenings 4:30pm - 5:30pmThis program is perfect for the child ages 7-12.
 
 
Come and enjoy the highly tactile medium of clay! In this hands-on studio program, young artists will develop and refine a variety of hand-building techniques: pinching, coiling, slab construction and modeling.
 
 
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 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.  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!
 
 
 
 
Drawing & Painting – Express Yourself Studios
Every Tuesday
4:30pm – 5:30pm
 
 
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 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.  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!
 
 
 
 
Cartoon Workshop
Every Thursday
4:30Pm – 5:30 pm
 
 
Express Yourself Studios; located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood offers a Cartoon Workshop every Thursday evening 4:30pm - 5:30pm for children ages 8-12.
 
 
 
 
Young artists will learn the fundamentals of cartooning and graphic story-telling, along with its earliest beginnings and influence upon the art world at large; while working towards the creation of their own comic strip.
 
 
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 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.  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!
 
 
 
 
Studio Saturdays - Express Yourself Studios
Every Saturday
 
 
Join Express Yourself Studios; located at 1877 Springfield Avenue in Maplewood every Saturday from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm for Studio Saturday.  Drop-in for a 1-hour session of art & fun anytime between 11am and 3pm.

Come and participate in a guided art project, a new project each week.  Create paintings inspired by Master Artists (O’Keeffe, Van Gogh, Warhol, etc.) using a mix of mediums (acrylics, watercolor, and pastels) and other projects using a myriad of materials (clay & paper collages).

Studio Saturdays are open to children ages 5-12, $15 per child (ask us about sibling and play date discounts). 

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 artist 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!
 
 
 
 
Thank you.

Simone 
Express Yourself Studios
1877 Springfield Avenue
Maplewood, NJ 07040
973-763-5256