Each month Drawn2Imagine hosts a variety of fun, engaging workshops, ranging across all types of different media. Well, this month is no different! This month’s workshop is back for the second year in a row and it really is one of our favorites: Gingerbread House Decorating! You’ve got that right. On December 14th Drawn2Imagine will […]
7 Benefits of Art for Children: Part 2
Earlier this month, we started a discussion about seven benefits of art for children. Our Reno art academy has had the opportunity to see first hand what art can do for young minds. The benefits truly are too numerous to count. However, we have chosen seven to highlight. If you missed the first blog, you […]
7 Benefits of Art for Children: Part 1
Standardized testing has its benefits, but it also has definite drawbacks. From our viewpoint, no drawback is more evident than the time it takes away from art. Somehow, art has become a luxury in the psyche of many policymakers. However, we know that it isn’t frivolous or unnecessary. Fortunately, there are many who agree with […]
Doing our Part to Boost Reno Art Culture
When we have conversations about our Reno art academy with people from out of state, they typically respond with something like, “oh, is Reno close to Las Vegas, Nevahdah?” When you tell them how far away Las Vegas is they immediately think we live in the boonies. Sure, Nevada has the highest percentage of publicly […]
Kindergarten Kiddos Day Camp in Reno
It is never too soon to get started in the wonderful world of art. We have seen children of kindergarten age create some truly amazing works of art. In fact, it has been our pleasure to help them gain the skills to become exceptional young artists. Our kindergarten kiddos day camp in Reno is designed […]
Great Books for Great Parents: Recommendations from Your Favorite Reno Art Program
At Drawn2Imagine, we are often asked about books we could recommend for inspiring creativity in children. As part of our Reno art program, we have decided to offer some thoughts on books we have read that really have a lot to offer. This month we are recommending Magic Trees of the Mind: How to Nurture […]
Special Kids Art Classes in Reno That Are Just for Homeschoolers
Art opens so many doors for so many of our children. We have seen great changes in youngsters of many different ages, backgrounds and skill sets. Also, our kids art classes in Reno are not only for those who attend nearby Roy Gomm Elementary School. Instead, we open them up to every child across the […]
Nevada Day Kid’s Art Camp in Reno
Nevada Day! What is it and what does it have to do with our kid’s art camp in Reno?? Back in the height of the Civil War, the Union was in need of silver. This presented an opportunity for the Territory of Nevada to help in the war efforts. Nevada contains rich deposits of silver […]
Reno Art at Home: Simple Fall Art Projects
At Drawn2Imagine, we provide Reno art classes that are fun and educational for kids. While we have a great time here in the classroom, the fun doesn’t have to end when you pick up your child. You can surely participate in art projects at home with your child. To get you started we thought we […]
Drawn2Imagine to Take an Active Part in 2013 Wahoe County Obesity Forum
At Drawn2Imagine, we love the part our Reno art classes play in our community. Bringing art to children is a daily joy. We get to see firsthand how it can change their lives. However, the art our children create has the potential to inspire change far beyond our classroom. To help elevate our potential for […]