Nest & Nurture: October

Nest & Nurture Art Class

Designed for ages 3-6 and their parents/guardians/caregivers

Nest & Nurture Art Class provides a unique opportunity for children ages 3-6 and their caregivers to explore art together in a collaborative, nature-inspired setting. This class combines playful, sensory-rich activities with thoughtful learning, offering a shared experience of creativity and discovery for both children and adults.

Each session begins with storytime, introducing an artist or concept in an engaging, accessible way to spark curiosity and set the tone for creative exploration. Afterward, families dive into hands-on projects like painting, drawing, and collage-making, focusing on key artistic elements like color, shape, line, texture, and form. Together, children and caregivers experiment with different materials, exploring the joy of creation side by side.

This shared artistic experience not only nurtures creative expression, but also enhances fine and gross motor skills for children. Additionally, the class fosters social-emotional growth by encouraging teamwork, communication, and empathy between children and their caregivers—all within a fun, supportive environment.

Note: This registration includes two people - the child and also the parent/guardian/caregiver.  We recognize that the parent/guardian/caregiver may change per week with different family schedules - this is welcome and wonderful! However, please limit it to one child and one adult for Cultivate staffing and material purposes. 

Course Outcomes for Families:

Artistic Exploration: Both children and caregivers will engage in activities that introduce foundational concepts of art and design, using color, shape, and texture to create collaborative artworks.
Motor Skill Development: Children will develop fine and gross motor skills through tactile, hands-on art-making, while caregivers support and join in the creative process.
Social-Emotional Growth: Shared projects will foster empathy, communication, and teamwork between children and their caregivers, enhancing bonds and mutual understanding.
Collaborative Experience: The class offers a unique opportunity for families to create art together, making the process of exploration a shared and enjoyable experience.

Requirements:
An open mind and willingness to explore art together! No previous experience is necessary.

Materials:
All materials are provided, with educators guiding families through each project in a supportive and engaging atmosphere.