Kids Art Workshops
Join us for these guided art workshops for kids 3-5, and 6-12
One way to find your voice is through art! Join us for one these guided art workshops, presented by staff from the Decatur Area Arts Council. Each is inspired by a particular book artist or style of art, and each will focus on learning special techniques for creating your own art that you can take home from the program.
Plan to wear "paint clothes" -- clothes you don't mind getting a little messy. All programs will be in upstairs in the Children's Auditorium.
Space is limited for each program, so advance registration is required. If the program registration is full, you can sign up for the Waiting List, and we'll contact you if there is an opening.
If you register and find you cannot attend, please let us know as soon as possible, so we can open your spot for another child on the waiting list. You can call the Children's Desk at 217-424-2900 ext. 5, or email us at childrens@decaturlibrary.org.
You will receive an email confirmation of your registration, but it may take a little time. Also, be sure to check your spam folder.
Mouse Paint Scraper Paintings
Wednesday, June 7, 2 - 3 p.m. OR 3:30 - 4:30 pm
For kids 3 - 5 years old
Using the book Mouse Paint for inspiration, kids will make a colorful tempera painting using a fun scraping technique. This program is for preschoolers, 3 to 5 years old. Led by Connie Brewster from the Decatur Area Arts Council. (2nd session added due to popular demand.)
- Click here to register --> Mouse Paint Scraper Paintings, June 7, 2 p.m.
- Click here to register --> Mouse Paint Scraper Paintings, June 7, 3:30 p.m.
Madhubani Fish Designs
Friday, July 21, 12 - 1:30 p.m. OR 2 - 3:30 p.m.
For kids 6 - 12 years old
Using pen, pattern, and color, kids will create a fish in a traditional Indian style. This program is for kids aged 6 to 12 years old. Led by Jennifer Stout from the Decatur Area Arts Council. (2nd session added due to popular demand.)
- Click here to register --> Madhubani Fish Designs, July 21, 12 p.m.
- Click here to register --> Madhubani Fish Designs, July 21, 2 p.m.
Beatrix Potter's Woodland Animals
Tuesday, August 8, 2 - 3:30 p.m.
For kids 6 - 12 years old
Taking inspiration from author/illustrator Beatrix Potter (Peter Rabbit books), kids will learn to draw and paint woodland animals using pen and washable markers. This program is for kids aged 6 to 12 years old. Led by Jennifer Stout from the Decatur Area Arts Council.
- Click here to register --> Beatrix Potter's Woodland Animals, August 8, 2 p.m.