Programs

Rl guiding older adults as they create air-dry clay artwork together

Explore creative classes for children, older adults, families, and community groups. Classes include Gyotaku (Japanese fish printing), Zentangle-inspired drawing, gel plate printing, Painting, Watercolor Painting, Mixed Media, Collage, and Air-Dry Clay & Hand-Building.

 

Painting & Watercolor Painting: Explore color, brushwork, and creative expression through guided painting projects and watercolor techniques.

 

Collage: Layer paper, images, colors, and textures to create an expressive work of art.

 

Air-Dry Clay & Hand-Building: Shape and sculpt clay by hand to create decorative pieces that dry naturally, without a kiln.

 

Activities can be adapted to participants’ interests, pace, and abilities. Contact us to discuss your group, location, and preferred dates.

Children proudly sharing their pumpkin artwork
Child creating mixed-media pizza artwork with paper, drawing, and yarn

Program Benefits

•Supports emotional regulation and coping skills

 

•Promotes creativity, confidence, and self-expression

 

•Encourages positive behavior and classroom participation

 

•Aligns with whole-child wellness and SEL goals

 

•Provides structured, hands-on learning experiences

 

 

 

 

Courses

Gyotaku: Japanese Fish Printing

Discover Japanese fish printing through a hands-on art experience. Explore texture, pattern, and color while creating an individual fish print. Sessions can be adapted for children, older adults, families, and community groups. Ask about booking a Gyotaku workshop.

Gyotaku fish print by Creative Wellness Academy

Zentangle-Inspired Drawing

Build an original drawing with repeated lines, dots, curves, and patterns. Explore this relaxing, step-by-step creative practice—no drawing experience needed.

Flower-pattern Zentangle-inspired drawing example in black ink

Mixed Media

Combine paint, paper, texture, and found materials in one artwork. Explore layering, color, and dimension through projects adapted to your group.

Example mixed media project: bird artwork combining paint, paper, cardboard, and yarn

Collage

Arrange cut or torn paper, images, and textured materials into an original composition. Explore shape, color, and storytelling with projects for a range of ages and abilities.

Example collage project: sea turtle made from layered cut and torn paper

Professional Development for Educators

Practical, creative strategies to support student wellness and engagement.

Custom Programs & Partnerships

We tailor programs for your goals, schedule, and learners — onsite or virtual.