KidzArt St. Johns, Florida

11/18/2025

Sometimes parents worry that their child’s pencil drawing isn’t good enough” or doesn’t look like a finished masterpiece. It feels natural to want to see perfect lines and precise shapes, but true creativity blooms in the gentle strokes and bold experiments your child makes along the way.

Encourage your child to feel the soft glide of pencil on paper, to explore light and shadow without fear of mistakes. Each sketch is a bright step in learning how to express emotions and ideas. When children focus on the rhythm of creating rather than an ideal outcome, they grow not only as artists but as confident, imaginative individuals.

Next time your child shows you a drawing, pause and celebrate the story it tells; the happy accidents, the bold lines, the quiet moments spent imagining. How might seeing their art as a journey rather than a destination help you both discover new depths in their creativity?

11/04/2025

It feels wonderful when your child lights up with pride after creating something all their own; a splash of bright colors, a soft swirl of shapes, or a bold mix of textures that tell their unique story. As parents, it’s natural to want their art to look right,” but the true magic happens when we let go of perfection and embrace the beautiful journey of discovery.

Encouraging your child to explore without fear means celebrating each brushstroke, each scribble, and even the unexpected mistakes. These moments are gentle invitations to grow courage and confidence. When children feel safe to express freely without judgment they unlock a world where imagination flows like a river, deep and full of possibility.

Next time your child shows you their work, try asking not what it is but how it made them feel. Notice the soft glow in their eyes as they share their process the joy in creating rather than the need for approval. How might your child’s creativity surprise you today if given room simply to be?

08/06/2025

After-School Enrichment That Comes to Your School!
Looking for hands-on after-school fun that actually teaches your child something? We’ve got three exciting programs for K–5 students — all held right at school! Speaking of schools, we are coming to Picolata Elementary School this year! Hallowes Cove too! Registration for these two schools opens tomorrow!

KidzArt: Where kids build confidence through creative expression (and yes, everyone can draw!)

Club Scientific: Wild experiments, real science tools, and discoveries your child will never forget. SCREEN FREE SCIENCE!

Robotics: LEGO builds + coding = the coolest intro to engineering ever

Only $21 per class
Held right at school
stjohns.clubscientific.com or stjohns.kidzart.com to register now!
Spots fill quickly — join us for a year of color, curiosity, and creative thinking!

KidzArt

07/30/2025

Thinking of signing up for KidzArt? Here's a peek at what last year looked like, but don’t expect repeats!
👉 Every year we build a brand-new curriculum, try new techniques, and add fresh inspiration.
This year includes a few bonus “Imagination Days” where kids will design their own projects using guided prompts and wild materials.
If your child loves to create, explore, and express… they’ll love what we’ve planned.

07/12/2025

Registration opens on July 15th at 7:00am! Classes fill fast! Don't miss out! Website updates with full schedules launch Sunday July 13th!

03/24/2025

✨ Why EVERY Child Should Learn Watercolor Painting (Even If They "Aren't Artistic") ✨

Did you know watercolor painting develops skills that go FAR beyond art?
This week in our KidzArt classes, we get to watch students transform from hesitant to confident as they create stunning peacock paintings. But here's what parents don't always see:
While creating beautiful art, children are actually building:

Executive functioning skills (planning layers, managing water control)
Emotional regulation (working through "mistakes" as watercolors blend unexpectedly)
Growth mindset (each layer builds on the previous one, just like learning!)
Scientific thinking (observing how water, pigment, and paper interact)

The magic happens when a child says "I can't do this" then minutes later exclaims "Look what I made!" That transformation is about more than art—it's about becoming a confident problem-solver.
Want to try watercolor at home? Start with just 3 colors and see what happens when they mix. There are no mistakes, only discoveries!

What skills have you seen your child develop through creative activities? Comment below!

02/15/2025

01/27/2025

🎨 Step Right Up! This Week in KidzArt: The Circus Yard 🎪✨

Get ready for an art adventure as we transport our students to the bustling world of the circus! This week, young artists will create their very own Circus Yard scene, complete with popcorn carts, balloons, and colorful ticket booths—all while exploring depth, shading, and texture to bring their drawings to life.

🎈 What’s Happening in Class?

Drawing Fun Elements: Sketching a popcorn cart, balloons, and a lively ticket booth.

Adding Depth: Learning how overlapping and size placement create a realistic 3D effect.

Watercolor Magic: Blending vibrant colors to add energy and excitement to their artwork.

🖌️ Artist Inspiration: Wayne Thiebaud
Inspired by the colorful works of Wayne Thiebaud, students will experiment with layering and texture to create eye-catching circus scenes with bold and playful colors—just like his famous paintings of cakes and gumball machines!

✨ Keep the Fun Going at Home!
Encourage your artist to:

Design their own custom ticket booth with creative signage.

Write a circus-themed story to bring their drawing to life.

Experiment with shading techniques to create realistic balloon effects.

🎪 Did You Know?

The first modern circus was established in 1768 in England!
Popcorn carts have been a circus staple since the early 1900s.
Balloons were originally used to attract circus customers with festive decorations.

We can’t wait to see the amazing circus scenes our artists create this week!

01/21/2025

🎨 This Week in KidzArt: Create Your Own Wacky Clown! 🤡✨

Get ready for a colorful and creative adventure as our young artists design their very own whimsical clown characters using neon oil pastels! This week, students will explore oversized features, bold patterns, and playful details to bring their clowns to life.

🎭 What’s Happening in Class?
Sketch & Design: Drawing clown faces with exaggerated features and unique accessories.
Bright & Bold Colors: Learning how to blend neon oil pastels to create eye-catching contrasts.
Framing Fun: Adding layered colored paper to give their artwork a finished, vibrant look.

🖌️ Artist Inspiration:
We’re taking cues from Fernand Léger, a French artist known for his bold colors and geometric designs that capture the energy of modern life. Your child will see how contrast and playful elements make art POP!

✨ Keep the Fun Going at Home!
Encourage your little artist to:
Create a clown family with different outfits and personalities.
Experiment with blending oil pastels to discover exciting new colors.
Write and illustrate their own circus adventure starring their clown creation!

🎪 Did You Know?
Clowns have been entertaining audiences for over 4,000 years, and their bright colors and oversized features help them stand out in big circus tents!

We can't wait to see the vibrant and unique clowns your child creates this week!

01/13/2025

🎨 This Week in KidzArt: The Whimsical Elephant Show! 🐘✨

Step right up! This week, our young artists are bringing the magic of the circus to life with a vibrant, 3D elephant masterpiece. Using mixed media techniques, they’ll explore layers, bold designs, and textures to create a whimsical cartoon-style elephant center stage.

🎪 What’s Happening in Class?

Mixed Media Fun: Combining vibrant markers with colorful tulle and pipe cleaners to add depth and dimension.
Creative Layers: Building a multidimensional artwork featuring an elephant on a pedestal with a curtain backdrop.
Art Techniques: Exploring shapes, foreground and background, and decoration to bring their piece to life!

🖌️ Artist Inspiration:
This week, we’re inspired by Romare Bearden, a master of mixed media and layered storytelling. Your child will learn how combining materials and bold colors can create rich, dynamic artwork.

✨ Continue the Fun at Home!
Design a circus poster for their elephant show.
Add textures to future art projects with fabric or tissue paper.
Discover fun facts about elephants to inspire even more creativity!

We can’t wait to see the enchanting elephant creations our artists bring to life!

12/18/2024

🎨✨ Join Our Winter Workshops with Ms. Karen! ✨🎨

Looking for a fun and creative way to keep your kids engaged this holiday season? 🎁 Let their imaginations soar with our Winter Workshops featuring two exciting projects per session led by the amazing Ms. Karen!

🗓️ Workshop Schedule:
🎄 Saturday, December 21: Let’s Make Ornaments!
🎨 Sunday, December 22: Mastering the Masters! Let’s Make Gifts!
🎆 Saturday, December 28: Fun with Fireworks!

🌟 Why Join?
✔️ Hands-on creative projects
✔️ Unique holiday keepsakes and gifts
✔️ A supportive, fun environment to explore art!

💵 Cost: $50 per workshop
📍 Location: 150 Hilden Rd STE 311, St. Augustine FL 32081
⏳ Limited Spots Available!

Give your child the gift of creativity this holiday season! 🎁✨ Sign up today and let the magic of art inspire them.

📲 Register Now: https://www.kidzart.com/franchise/st-johns/programs/winter-workshops/ ‎

🎨🖌️

Looking for a creative and fun way to spend the holidays? Enroll your child in our Winter Workshops with the amazing Ms. Karen! These hands-on sessions are designed to spark creativity, teach new artistic skills, and leave your child with unique, handmade treasures. Each workshop includes two exciti...