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Kids Get Creative in New Art Explorations Class at Darien Arts Center

Hands-on class for grades 1–3 encourages creativity through watercolor, pastels, ink, and more.

Darien Art Center students show off their drawing in Art Explorations
Darien Art Center students show off their drawing in Art Explorations

Darien, CT – September 11, 2025 – The Darien Arts Center (DAC) is inviting young artists in grades 1–3 to unleash their creativity this fall in its Art Explorations class. Running from September 16 through December 16, this engaging course meets on Tuesdays from 3:45–4:45 p.m. at the DAC.

In Art Explorations, budding artists will learn the basic techniques of multiple art forms while experimenting with a wide variety of materials such as watercolor, pastels, and ink. Students will explore themes inspired by nature, family, sports, animals, and more, all while emphasizing the importance of expressing their own unique creativity. With imagination at the center of the class, children will be encouraged to try new approaches, take risks in their artwork, and create pieces that reflect their individuality.

“This class is a wonderful opportunity for children to build confidence while having fun with art,” said DAC Visual Arts Director Lisa Koorbusch. “We focus on exploration and expression, not perfection.”

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Parents are encouraged to send their children dressed for mess as students dive into hands-on projects.

To register for Art Explorations, click HERE. To learn more about DAC's full lineup of fall classes in dance, music and visual arts, visit darienarts.org or call (203) 655-8683

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About the Darien Arts Center

Founded in 1975, the Darien Arts Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating, promoting and providing the means of artistic expression in dance, music, visual arts and theatre for members of the community of all ages. The Darien Arts Center is funded exclusively by tuition, ticket sales and donations. Please support the arts in Darien by making a donation to the Darien Arts Center, volunteering on committees, participating in our programs and attending our events. To learn more, email info@darienarts.org visit darienarts.org or call (203) 655-8683.

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