About Art for the Heart

Imagine you're a toddler or a young kid. Now imagine you're allowed to get paint anywhere you want—on yourself, on your clothes, and even on the floor. It sounds too good to be true, but that vibrant dash of freedom is part of the everyday at Art for the Heart. Here, organic finger paints, an onsite cleaning station, and a staff of fun-loving supervisors encourage even the messiest dreams. Self-guided projects are the focus here, with children mining an array of supplies—like glitter, paint, and towel tubes—to make their own ideas shine. There are art and sewing classes, too, which focus on specific projects.

Run by a set of parents—one of whom is also an elementary school teacher—the studio is as much for caregivers as it is for kids. That's why Moms and Dads are also encouraged to play and paint at the open play sessions, Little Piggies appointments, and birthday parties. Grownups can also enjoy free amenities such as wi-fi, coffee, tea, popcorn, and lumbar-friendly seating.