Studio Explorers

Where creativity meets curiosity…

Thursdays, 4–5 PM | 4-Week Session

Unleash your child’s imagination with Studio Explorers. Each week, children ages 5-8 dive into a new artistic material—watercolor, clay, collage, and mixed media—through open-ended projects inspired by beloved children’s books and famous artists.

Perfect for kids who love to create, tinker, and explore, Studio Explorers builds creative confidence while giving children the freedom to make something uniquely their own.

What We’ll Explore:

  • Week 1: Color & Emotion – Watercolor Mood Painting
    📖 Book: My Many Colored Days by Dr. Seuss
    🎨 Artist: Joan Miró
    🖌 Project: Kids explore watercolor techniques, colors, and patterns to express different emotions.

    Week 2: 3D Sculptures – Clay Creatures
    📖 Book: Claymates by Dev Petty
    🎨 Artist: Joan Miró
    🖌 Project: Using pinch, coil, and molding techniques, children will create their own whimsical clay creatures.

    Week 3: Collage & Identity – Me Maps
    📖 Book: The Colors of Us by Karen Katz
    🎨 Artist: Romare Bearden
    🖌 Project: Personal collages made with paper, clippings, and words that celebrate each child’s unique story.

    Week 4: Mixed Media – Nature Frames
    📖 Book: Maybe Something Beautiful by F. Isabel Campoy
    🎨 Artist: Andy Goldsworthy
    🖌 Project: Kids design picture frames using natural elements (leaves, twigs) combined with paint for a nature-inspired piece of art.

Why Studio Explorers?

✔ Hands-on projects with professional art materials
✔ Inspiration from books & world-renowned artists
✔ A balance of guided instruction and open-ended creativity
✔ A fun, welcoming space for kids to experiment and express themselves

About the Teacher:

Carolyn Evans is a local Natick mom of 2.  She has 12 years of teaching experience and a master's in early childhood education from Lesley University.  Alongside classroom teaching Carolyn ran a small children's programming business, The Tiny Kitchen, and early childhood play groups.  Carolyn loves bringing together elements of books, art, play, and songs as a way to teach literacy and social/emotional skills but more importantly lessons about friendship, togetherness, and fun! She loves working with families, caregivers, and the local community. 

FAQs

Can siblings attend?

Space is limited. Please register an additional spot for an additional participating child.
(Infant-in-arms may attend at no charge; strollers welcome)

Missed a week?

We’re not able to offer make-ups or refunds for missed classes, but you’re welcome to share your spot with another caregiver for your child if you can’t attend.

Age range?

Designed for early learners ages 2-4 and their grown-ups. If you’re unsure whether it’s a fit, reach out—we’re happy to help.