Stitch, Sketch & See Things Differently! This week in Artopia, young artists dive into the art of seeing, not just looking. From building playful still life's to sewing on burlap and drawing with viewfinders, we blend fine art techniques with fun, hands-on exploration. Thread beads or experiment with chalk pastels, as you sharpen your focus, express yourself freely, and create in new ways! 

This week in Artopia, artists will: 

• Play the “Stop/Go” Game to build a collaborative Still Life using BIG shapes and forms.  

• Draw our fun still life scenes using easels, chalk pastels, and drawing horses. 

• Make colorful beaded cords & necklaces to personalize a custom studio nametag! 

• Make and use viewfinders, a helpful drawing tool during Tabletop Sketchbook time to practice observational drawing. 

• Create thumbnail sketches to test ideas, improve focus, and explore different ways of seeing. 

• Learn from our teaching artists who are playful guides ready to spark curiosity and nurture confidence. 

• All materials included. 

Dedicated Toddler Area: 

• Have some tactile fun with jumbo sewing on burlap in the Toddler Zone.  

• Watch your artist join the fun on our giant drawing wall.  

• Step into a soft and colorful world of books, blocks, and building fun designed for safe play and big imaginations! 

During this Summer Session, you will make art to take home and contribute to collaborative projects that will shape our evolving studio space! 

Tickets + Passes 

Join us for a single session, or bundle and save with a Summer Pass to Artopia! 
Summer Session tickets are available online or at the Museum Welcome Desk. Members, please log into your member account to access the discounted rate. 
Summer Passes must be purchased in person at the Welcome Desk. 

Please note: Summer Session tickets do not include general Museum admission. If you’d like to explore the Museum, separate admission is required and available at the Welcome Desk. All participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult to explore the Museum. 

Questions about parking, accessibility, or our cancellation policy? 
Visit our Artopia: NCM Creative Studios FAQs page for all the details you need to plan your visit: https://thinkplaycreate.org/artopia-faqs/