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Where Creative Kids Belong

Arty Critters is for creative kiddos who love to imagine, build, and express themselves. If that sounds like your child... you’ve found your people!​

Fall Session

September-October 9 Weeks

Art Club

After-School & Homeschool

Explore, Create & Find Your Inner Artist!

  • Ages: 6Y-11Y 

    • 5Y must join with an older sibling

    • 11Y-13Y+ are welcome to join if they don't mind being with younger children. If you're flexible, I will try and place them in class which has more students the ​

  • Schedule: Once a week for 90 minutes (After-School & Homeschool times available)

  • Session Length: 6 to 10 week sessions

  • Class Size: Capped at 12 students

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Why Kids Love This Class

Art Club is built for curious young makers who love trying new things! Instead of doing the same craft every week, kids get to experiment with many different art materials in a fun, encouraging studio space. It is the perfect place for young creators to build creative thinking skills while celebrating their own unique artistic style.

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What They Will Explore

  • Diverse Art Mediums: Try painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media, printmaking, fiber arts, and more.

  • Balanced Projects: Enjoy a mix of detailed multi-week creations and exciting one-day art projects.

  • Creative Problem-Solving: Learn new techniques while developing confidence in your own ideas.

  • Safe & Supportive Studio: Express yourself in a cozy environment where every child's artistic voice is honored.

Drawing Club

After-School & Homeschool

Learn to Draw Anything!

  • Ages: 9Y-13Y

  • Schedule: Once a week for 60 minutes (After-School & Homeschool times available)

  • Session Length: 6 to 10 week sessions

  • Class Size: Capped at 12 students

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Why Kids Need This Class

Drawing is not a secret talent you are born with. It is a skill anyone can learn, just like playing an instrument! Around ages 9 to 13, kids start wanting their drawings to look real. When pictures do not turn out the way they planned, kids can get frustrated. We fix that by teaching students how to break complex objects down into simple shapes, making drawing easy, fun, and stress free.​

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What They Will Learn

  • Look Like an Artist: Learn how to break hard real-world objects down into simple, easy shapes.

  • 3D Shading & Depth: Use light and shadow tricks to make your drawings pop right off the page.

  • Real Confidence: Practice in a supportive enviroment where mistakes are treated as normal learning steps.

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What Makes
Our Classes Special

We encourage your child to see, think, and wonder. Express their ideas in their own way. As your child grow more familiar with art terms, materials, and color relationships, their creativity and compositions naturally become more thoughtful and expressive. ​We celebrate your child’s individuality, storytelling, and unique artistic voice.

In a world shaped by AI, creativity is your child’s superpower.
Art builds imagination, original thinking, and emotional intelligence.
Skills machines can’t replace.

Kristina N.

Kyla’s art class is AMAZING! Our daughter has been in them since last year and loves her time each week!

Kyla goes so far beyond what I’d expected from an art group, she is thorough in every detail of what students are doing and teaches such a range of mediums that we never would have explored.

She has been thoughtful and communicative and it’s so clear that she loves what she does!

If you’re considering it, I highly recommend her class!

Laurel M.

My daughter had the best time at Arty Critters! Mrs. Brown and her daughter Lili are amazing with the kids in their class.
 
All the classes are so unique we had trouble picking which one to start with, but chose Squishmallow class. It was adorable and fun.
 
My daughter is hooked on art now and it’s so fun to have a local (to us) option for her to pursue this hobby. And my kitchen stays clean ;) we are planning to sign up for the after school program!

Anna W.

Arty Critters have been a wonderful after school experience for my 9 yo. Ms. Brown teaches them real techniques (painting, multimedia, and felt needling) in a way that still feels fun.
 
My kiddo comes home beaming with pride, showing off her creations.
 
Highly recommend for any child who loves to create!

Blake H.

We’ve had such a wonderful experience with this art class. The instructor is patient, encouraging, and truly gifted at helping kids feel confident in their creativity. My daughter looks forward to every class and comes home excited to show off what she’s made and explain the techniques she learned.

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What really stands out is how each child’s individuality is celebrated — there’s guidance and structure, but also plenty of freedom for self-expression. The environment is positive, welcoming, and inspiring, and it’s clear how much thought and care goes into each lesson.

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We’re so grateful to have found it and would highly recommend it to any parent looking for a nurturing and fun art experience for their child.

Why is Art Important for Children, Really?​

We all share a dream for our children: to see them become imaginative, innovative thinkers who are emotionally balanced and proud of who they are. Arty Critters is a dedicated space to build these foundational life skills through the joy of creation.

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The 8 Pillars of Growth

 

Through this process, children develop:

  • Self-Esteem: Building deep confidence through process over perfection.

  • Connection: Creating community with peers and the world.

  • Innovation: Practicing the problem-solving skills needed for the next generation.

  • Emotional Balance: Learning to regulate and tell their story without words.

  • Culture: Gaining empathy and awareness of our diverse world.

  • Feeling Seen: Being recognized for who they truly are.

  • Perseverance: Experiencing the pride of finishing a long-term project.

  • Pure Joy: Embracing the messy, colorful fun of being a kid!

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