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Creative Minds: Painting & Expression Studio (4-Week Art Adventure)
What to Expect
Kids Immersive Art Workshop Series
Join Constance Ivana for a four-week immersive art experience hosted at the Ali Cultural Center. Designed for a small group of just 10 students, this hands-on Saturday workshop series encourages creativity, self-expression, and artistic growth through guided instruction and interactive projects.
Over four two-hour sessions, students will explore a variety of artistic styles and techniques while building a portfolio of original artwork in a supportive and collaborative environment. Each week introduces a new creative focus, including:
Glow-in-the-dark painting exploring light and contrast
Textured painting using sculptural techniques
Self-portrait creation centered on identity and expression
Mixed-media assemblage art using found materials
All supplies and materials are included, creating a fully immersive and stress-free creative experience for students and families alike. This workshop series is designed to build confidence, encourage experimentation, and help young artists connect more deeply with their creativity through fun, engaging instruction.
This class is FREE but seats are limited! Reserve a seat for your child today!!!
❋ Intentional StructureEach session is thoughtfully designed to build skills while allowing space for creativity and self-expression. Students are guided through a clear progression of techniques, ensuring they leave each class with both a finished piece and a deeper understanding of the artistic process.
❋ Collaborative EnergyStudents learn alongside one another in an environment that encourages sharing ideas, giving positive feedback, and celebrating creativity. The group dynamic fosters inspiration, connection, and a sense of community.
❋ Expert FacilitationLed by a professional teaching artist, students receive hands-on guidance, demonstrations, and individualized support. Instruction is tailored to meet students where they are, helping them grow in confidence, technique, and creative voice.
❋ A Supportive SpaceClasses are held at the Ali Cultural Center, a vibrant community hub dedicated to celebrating culture, history, and the arts in Pompano Beach. This welcoming and inclusive space provides the perfect environment for students to feel safe, inspired, and supported as they explore their creativity. Within this setting, students are encouraged to take artistic risks, express themselves freely, and grow with confidence, knowing their ideas and voices are valued.
“You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” — Maya Angelou
Week 1: Luminous Foundations (Glow-in-the-Dark)
May 16th, 2026 (10:15 - 12:15)Exploring light and contrast using phosphorescent and neon pigments. Students create a "dual-state" painting that transforms when the lights are dimmed.
June 6th, 2026 (10:15 - 12:15)Week 2: The Sculptural Surface (Texture & Impasto)
Building physical relief on canvas using heavy-body acrylics, modeling paste, and palette knives.
June 20th, 2026 (10:15 - 12:15)Week 3: Identity & Expression (The Self-Portrait)
A masterclass in modern portraiture, focusing on facial proportions, skin tones, and expressive color choices to capture personal likeness.
July 18th, 2026 (10:15 - 12:15)Week 4: The Art of Assemblage (Painting + Found Materials)
Integrating non-art objects (fabrics, nature finds, etc.) directly into the work. Students learn to use adhesives and 3D composition to tell a story beyond the brush.