Joseph Cornell’s work teaches kids storytelling through images, boxes and the use of Dioramas!

Given the popularity of Disney’s Frozen and the winter’s start, Art Adventures’ 4-6’s enjoyed a 3D storytelling venture working on various plastics, and using myriad “accessories” to individualize our boxes.  Added lesson:  Translucent vs. Opaque, as they will be placed in windows to make these discoveries!

Merry Christmas! Here’s a tale about friendship….

The Yeti Ate Spaghetti by Mike Flick Click Here for the Story    

A Look at Fall Art Adventures in Action!

From Giacometti and the Impressionists to Claes Oldenburg, Lazlo Moholy-Nagy Photograms and Glow-in-the Dark Cityscapes…fall has been full of surprises both in and out of the classroom!  

Halloween into Thanksgiving

I think we’ll move into Thanksgiving with 3D pumpkin patch designs since the kids had such a great time with the fake grass, fences and creating environments…and all Glow-in-the-dark!    

By Upping The Education Of Art We Can Upgrade A Childs Life

-Contributed by Susan Murray- By Upping the Education of Art We Can Upgrade a Childs Life Throughout a child’s education they are often pushed toward the mainstream subjects such as Mathematics, English Literature and the Sciences. Achieving good grades in these subjects is seen as a key component for a child being able to develop …

Register Now for Fall Art and Acting Classes!

Beginning 9/20, Acting for all ages, and exceptional art classes for ages 3-11, this FALL semester will be amazing!  Class Descriptions: https://www.clairescreativeadventures.com/art-adventures/art-adventures-2/#1

Claire’s Creative Adventures Receives 2014 New York Award

Press Release New York Award Program Honors the Achievement NEW YORK August 8, 2014 — Claire’s Creative Adventures has been selected for the 2014 New York Award in the Education Services category by the New York Award Program. Each year, the New York Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success …

ACTING Adventures!  Meet Dina Comolli

Dina is a professional New York actress who has enjoyed an active career in Commercials, Television, Film, Industrials, Theatre & Print for 20 years. Acting Teacher, Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Rising City Arts- She graces us this fall with her exciting Acting Adventures classes for all ages @ All Souls Church!

Art! Acting! New Fall Classes Your Child Will Love!

Fall registration is underway…So Pick a CLASS & TIME for your child or school group and Register by September 5th!  Located at All Souls Church (Lex. and 80th) Art Adventures leads small groups, 4-10 kids at a time, in what we firmly believe is the “Best Art Program in the City.” Art is from 2-12’s/ Acting for up to 16 years. Take a Peek! …

Preparing Children for an Art Museum

There is a lot of feedback on how to do this, but the best way that takes the least time is to hire a professional!  Armed with more than pencil and paper, CCA tours engage and enlighten with myriad materials…. And show how to do it on your own.  For more info on taking your little …