Whether you are a school, community center, or library, we’d love to provide a program for you and bring the arts to your organization!

Welcome to ArtsSteps

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ArtSteps is where little steps become big creativity! Our thoughtfully designed outreach programs bring hands-on art experiences to children ages 3–18, making every session a chance to explore, imagine, and create. 

Perfect for schools, rec centers, libraries, and youth groups, ArtSteps sparks curiosity and confidence while turning tiny ideas into big artistic adventures. This program is not only fun but also helps kids develop essential skills, including fostering self-expression, building confidence, and connecting with peers, all while turning little inspirations into memorable creative experiences.

Each program is tailored to a child’s skill level and where they are in their life, ensuring every experience is meaningful, engaging, and perfectly suited to inspire growth and creativity. Not to mention, these programs can run during the school day or as an afterschool option without adding any staffing burden on your end.

Bright Beginnings (Ages 3-5)

For kids 3–5, art is where learning meets play! Scribbles and splashes aren’t just fun;  they help little learners grow strong hands, smart brains, and big imaginations. Art gives young ones a way to express emotions, practice making decisions, boost confidence, develop fine motor skills, and early literacy skills, all while having a blast with color, shapes, and creativity. 


    • Dance Your Story is a creative dance class where students use movement to express personal experiences and emotions. By blending storytelling and improvisation, this class fosters self-awareness and emotional growth, connecting to Social Emotional Learning (SEL) principles. Participants will explore their unique stories through dance, building confidence and creativity in a supportive environment. This class is about expressing who you are through movement, turning your experiences into powerful stories.

    • Creative Movement: In this fun and interactive class, your group will work together to create simple choreography. Through collaboration, they will explore different dance styles, blending two to three genres to bring their ideas to life. Whether you're new to dance or experienced, this class encourages creativity and teamwork while helping you develop your movement skills.

    • Young Playwrights: Have a story to tell? A character in your head just waiting to speak? In this class, students will discover the exciting world of writing for the stage! This class empowers young creators to turn their ideas into original short plays through fun writing prompts, theater games, and collaborative activities.

    • Shakespeare for Kids: Set sail on a magical adventure in this fun and imaginative introduction to Shakespeare’s The Tempest! In this class, young actors will explore the stormy seas, mysterious islands, and powerful spells of one of the most exciting plays — all in a way that’s perfect for kids.

    • Musical Storytelling

      Students will experience storytelling through music in this interactive class. Using both recorded sound and simple instruments, the instructor will lead the students through the story, discussing the music and adding their own sounds that relate to the characters’ actions and emotions.

    • Tempera Painting: Jump into a hands-on visual art adventure! Pick a theme for your group and let their creativity flow with paint and color. They will try free painting, experiment with stencils, and play with techniques that spark their imagination. By the end of class, they’ll take home their very own masterpiece!

    • Paper Collage: Unleash your creativity in this magical collage class! Pick a theme and mix and match colorful paper patterns and shapes to build a playful scene. Depending on class time, your group can also enjoy a storybook reading that brings their theme to life. Paper pieces may be ready to go or cut by you, which are perfectly suited to the class’s pace and skill level. By the end, they will have a one-of-a-kind collage to take home!

  • We also offer adapted arts programs that are modified from our regular classes to support individuals with specialized needs. Plus, our creative arts therapies focus on art with a therapeutic twist and are available.

Programs are available at an hourly instructional rate starting at $100.