At this developmental stage, children are gaining increased control over their hands and wrists, allowing them to explore art in new and exciting ways. By age 3, many young artists begin creating shapes like circles, lines, and crosses, often their first steps toward recognizable forms. As they grow, many begin to “name” their artwork, proudly announcing, “This is a truck!” or “This is Mommy!” even as the shapes remain abstract. This important milestone signals that children are beginning to think visually and use drawing as a form of self-expression and communication.

Rather than focusing on how closely a drawing resembles its subject, we celebrate the process of creating and the ideas children express through art. Our nurturing environment encourages imagination, curiosity, and confidence as students experiment with a variety of materials and techniques.

Art Techniques & Focus Areas:

• Line Drawings & Directed Line Instruction

Introduction to lines, shapes, and simple forms through guided drawing activities.

• Cutting & Pasting

Hands-on collage-making to strengthen fine motor skills and creativity—expect lots of joyful messes!

• Color Exploration

Discovering primary and secondary colors through painting, mixing, and collage.

• Free Expression

Unstructured time for children to create freely, using their imaginations and newly learned skills.

Our Pre-K Art program lays the foundation for artistic confidence and creative growth, providing the tools and freedom to help every child say, "I made this!"

As children grow, their understanding of art evolves. They begin to recognize art as a way to share ideas, tell stories, and express emotions.  Their artwork is imaginative and expressive, often bold and colorful, with a growing awareness of detail, shape, and structure, even as realism continues to develop.

Kids Art Club encourages creativity through structured lessons and open-ended exploration. Each child is supported in developing their own artistic voice while gaining new skills and confidence through a wide range of media and techniques.

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Art Techniques & Focus Areas:

• Directed Line Drawing – Step-by-step drawing to build control and observation

• Cutting & Pasting – Layering, design, and collage challenges

• Primary & Secondary Color Exploration – Color theory through painting and collage

• Free Expression – Time for personal artistic exploration

• Watercolor Techniques – From basic washes to layered and textural painting

• Ceramics & Form-Based Art – Hands-on sculpting with clay and mixed media

• Painted Paper – Creating colorful, textured paper for unique compositions

• Oil Pastel, Crayon & Chalk – Exploring texture, contrast, and shading

• Shape-Based Design – Building compositions with geometric elements

• Portraits – Creating expressive self and character portraits

• Modern Artists – Discovering and drawing inspiration from greats like Matisse and Kandinsky

This engaging class nurtures creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love of art.

The Teen Art Workshop is designed for young artists ready to refine their techniques, expand their creative vision, and explore more advanced art media. At this stage, students are capable of focusing for longer periods, making thoughtful artistic choices, and expressing more complex ideas through their work. They begin to develop their own style while learning the principles of design, composition, and visual storytelling.

Through guided instruction and independent exploration, teens experiment with a wide variety of materials and tools, building technical skill while nurturing confidence, creativity, and personal expression.

Art Techniques & Focus Areas:

• Watercolor Techniques – Including resist, salt, lifting, wet-on-wet, and wet-on-dry

• Tempera Painting – Learning color mixing, layering, and tonal value

• Paper Cutting & Collage – Exploring shape, balance, and mixed media layering

• Ceramics & 3D Form – Working with clay and form-based sculpture

• Art History & Culture – Studying influential artists and global art traditions

• Oil Pastel & Chalk Pastel – Creating depth, blending, and mood through color

• Portraits – Developing realistic and expressive portrait techniques

• Ceramic Tile Murals – Collaborative or individual ceramic surface design

• Modern & Contemporary Artists – Drawing inspiration from influential creators

• Colored Pencil & Charcoal – Tonal studies, shading, and fine detail work

This workshop empowers teens to grow as artists while celebrating individuality, experimentation, and creative voice.

FDS’s Weekend Art for Adults is a relaxed, creative, and social two-hour art session where adults can unwind with a brush in one hand and a glass of wine in the other. These "paint & sip" style events are perfect for date nights, friend gatherings, or simply taking time for yourself to explore your artistic side, no prior experience required.

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What’s Included

• Professional Art Instruction: Step-by-step guidance from an experienced artist or instructor.

• All Materials Provided: Canvas, acrylic paints, brushes, easel, and apron.

• A Glass of Wine: One complimentary glass (red, white, or non-alcoholic options); additional glasses may be available for purchase or included in upgraded packages.

• Relaxed Atmosphere: Light music, ambient lighting, and an inviting studio setup.

• Take-Home Artwork: Leave with your own unique masterpiece.

Event Highlights

• Rotating Themes: Landscapes, florals, abstract, seasonal scenes, or still life.

• Special Events: Holiday editions, couples' nights, “Wine & Watercolors,” or “Canvas & Cocktails.”

• Private Parties Available: Birthdays, team-building, bachelorettes.

Why Adults Love It

• No pressure to be “good” at art—just enjoy the process.

• Great stress relief and mental wellness boost.

• Fun and social, even for shy beginners.

• A creative alternative to dinner and a movie.