

We do see a need for this, however it’s essential to balance out the different types of activities our children are exposed to.
Commonly our children, from a really young age are over-scheduled, with little time to ‘Play’.
More and more evidence is proving that ‘Play’ is an integral part of a childs’ development, and lack of it can have detrimental effects.
We understand that in Hong Kong, very few have back gardens or other outdoor areas that allow our children to ‘ just play’. Our studio has been carefully designed to encourage children to take ownership of their own ‘Play’. They will have free choice in a creative and artistic environment, where they can Paint, Draw, Collage all on small and large scale. They can also play with water and in sand (we have a sandpit). They decide what they play with, how long for and if they want to on their own or in groups.
Children can make these decisions from a very young age; we just need to give them the choice and the opportunity to do so. You get the opportunity to sit, relax, chat and watch your child Play and Create.
As Education Coach Anoo Padte says, “Young children work hard at play. Play has been shown to lay down the foundational architecture of the brain that is essential to learning language, to becoming a good reader, a proficient mathematician, to having a rich vocabulary and to developing the love of learning, a quality considered most critical for longer term, sustained interest in learning”.
She continues, “Teachers have a strong but subtle role to play in such play-oriented classrooms.Teachers carefully craft the environment for such play. They set out provocations in the form of openended, multi-use materials based on their close understanding of children’s learning patterns, emerging questions, explorations and interests. In such classrooms, teachers observe children. They are researchers of children. They know their developmental needs and they respond to their questions.
They craft an intentional curriculum that is centered on and that emerges from children’s play”. Both the English and Mandarin ‘classes’ run as ‘Unstructured’, with the teacher talking (in English or Mandarin) to the children.
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There are many activities available such as drawing, painting, sculpting, using water and sand, pastels and tye-dye, as well as being sit and relax whilst looking through art books. With all these activities, and more, available children are able to explore a wide range of materials and tactile elements. They can work fully supported in our unique unstructured programme on their own or in groups on small or large scale.
ARTFUL KIDS is located in North Point, in a building directly opposite the North Point MTR station on Kings Road. The Studio is on the 21st floor, has great views up and down Kings Road, up to the mountains and down to Victoria Harbour. These views constantly inspire creativity.
The Studio is purpose built having drawing, painting, sculpture, sand and water facilities as well as an A1 size printing press. Within the Studio there is a designer kitchen, with an expresso machine and wine fridge (for our adult Functions), one private bathroom, 3 large trough sinks, ample storage for students work, as well as an extensive range of Art books to help with research and inspiration.
In addition to the inside studio area, there are TWO 600sft outside terrace, with good awning coverage for shade. One terrace is a purpose built Art area for large-scale work; the other terrace is decked out as a relaxation area, where parents or helpers can drink complimentary tea, coffee and water and relax.
You are very welcome to come and visit to check out the facilities.
ARTFUL KIDS offers a huge range of activities and materials to choose from in small class sizes – no bigger than 6.
ARTFUL KIDS offers a huge range of activities and materials to choose from in small class sizes – no bigger than 6.
For children who love to just create and have fun Artful Kids provide the perfect party solution.
We know that it’s not just children who love to just create and have fun. Artful Kids can bring out the child in you.
Classes run from 9am weekdays. Please contact us directly for the times that each class runs.
ARTFUL KIDS art classes are run as ‘Unstructured Play’ times, please see ‘Our Philosophy’ page for more info.
Each session has break-time. The kids will be given healthy snacks and drinks.
WARNING – this will be messy- all participants need to wear old clothing and shoes ( bare feet/wellies/crocs are excellent] and we do have some coveralls for smaller children, but any mums and dads or helpers who want to be ‘painted’ will need to bring suitable clothing.
To secure your placement in ARTFUL KIDS art classes please issue payment before the commencement of the course.
You can pay either by Bank transfer and ensure that you email OR send through a confirmation of payment.
Alternatively you can make a cheque payable to HONG KONG FINE ART for the above amount and note your child’s name on back, which class it’s for and your mobile number.
Your child will enjoy interactive playtime and socialization through the use of ‘Unstructured Play’. Create, experiment and explore paint,
collage, drawing, sand and water on both small and large scales.
Each session has break-time. The kids will be given healthy snacks and drinks.
WARNING – this will be messy- all participants need to wear old clothing and shoes [ bare feet/wellies/crocs are excellent] and we do have some coveralls for smaller children, but any mums and dads or helpers who want to be ‘painted’ will need to bring suitable clothing.
To secure your placement in ARTFUL KIDS art classes please issue payment before the commencement of the course.
You can pay either by Bank transfer and ensure that you email OR send through a confirmation of payment.
Alternatively you can make a cheque payable to HONG KONG FINE ART for the above amount and note your child’s name on back, which class it’s for and your mobile number.
The curriculum is developmentally based, and is introduced to the children in a playful and energetic manner. We will move through different creative experiences that pay careful attention to young children’s imaginations and perceptual development in an open and receptive environment. This class is devoted to teaching youngsters the process of making Art, whilst giving them the ability and inspiration to develop their visual perception in a natural and unhindered manner. Through the support of the art teacher and the parents, the child will gain confidence in their awakening sense of creativity, purpose and visual development.
Each child will develop its own ideas into individual and unique outcomes.
Each session has break-time. The kids will be given healthy snacks and drinks.
WARNING – this will be messy- all participants need to wear old clothing and shoes [ bare feet/wellies/crocs are excellent] and we do have some coveralls for smaller children, but any mums and dads or helpers who want to be ‘painted’ will need to bring suitable clothing.
To secure your placement in ARTFUL KIDS art classes please issue payment before the commencement of the course.
You can pay either by Bank transfer and ensure that you email OR send through a confirmation of payment.
Alternatively you can make a cheque payable to HONG KONG FINE ART for the above amount and note your child’s name on back, which class it’s for and your mobile number.
To secure your placement in ARTFUL KIDS art classes please issue payment before the commencement of the course.
You can pay either by Bank transfer and ensure that you email OR send through a confirmation of payment.
Alternatively you can make a cheque payable to HONG KONG FINE ART for the above amount and note your child’s name on back, which class it’s for and your mobile number.
Discover Science through Art, and Art through Science. Experimental, Explorative and Enquiry-based fun.
Answer questions such as
A different course each term. Course 1 – ‘Colour’ 8 weeks. Max 8 students – 4 years to 7 years.
Tuesday: 9:30am – 10:45am
Wednesday: 3:00pm – 4:15pm | 4:30pm – 5:45pm
Friday: 10:15am – 11:30am
Starting Friday, 8 March 2013.
The party experience consists of full use of the art studio for two hours. Within the two hours, the guests paint a mural size painting while people arrive. After the guest have arrived the customized art experience will begin and people will then create, sculpt, build, paint and/or decorate an object, such as a plant pot. You can choose from many different projects depending upon age levels and interests of the children.
You will need to bring in cake and food to feed the hungry artists, however we can also get this catered for if needed.
Parties can be run either on-site at the studio, or off-site, for example at a clients home.
All materials are provided and parties are supervised by our own in-house artists. To make enquiries and to discuss endless possibilities contact a member of the Artful Kids team.
WARNING – this will be messy- all participants need to wear old clothing and shoes [ bare feet/wellies/crocs are excellent] and we do have some coveralls for smaller children, but any mums, dads or helpers who want to be ‘painted’ will need to bring suitable clothing.
Planned and tailored to your requirements. All materials are provided and are supervised by our ow in-house artists.
To make enquiries and to discuss endless possibilities contact a member of the Artful Kids team.
For bookings, enquiries and further information email us at info@artfulkids.hk
Produce a group project for the mother that can be a thoughtful and touching present for both the mother-to-be and the baby.
Tea, cakes, champagne or whatever tickles your fancy.
Enjoy hanging out with friends in a comfortable, creative and unusual environment in Hong Kong.
WARNING – this will be messy- all participants need to wear old clothing and shoes ( bare feet/wellies/crocs are excellent] please bring suitable clothing.
We can provide the perfect party solution- but this time with a beer, glass of wine or whatever is your tipple. Fire up the BBQ, put on some music, paint, draw, create, or relax on one of our 600 sft terrace, on our comfortable and stylish sofa and chairs.
WARNING – this will be messy- all participants need to wear old clothing and shoes ( bare feet/wellies/crocs are excellent] please bring suitable clothing.
This is a crucial element of our lives that allows us to Problem Solve by thinking outside the box.
Lets balance our Left and Right Brain!
All materials are provided and parties are supervised by our own in-house artists. To make enquiries and to discuss endless possibilities contact a member of the Artful Kids team.
WARNING – this will be messy- all participants need to wear old clothing and shoes ( bare feet/wellies/crocs are excellent] please bring suitable clothing.
Children have a huge range of activities, materials & projects to choose from. An art studio carefully designed and catered to the needs to children, set in North Point with a studio with an extra 1200sft of outside terrace!
Adults, come and enjoy our sun terrace with complimentary refreshments.
Indoor & outdoor Art fun all year round!
Hong Kong Fine Art
21st Floor, Chu Kee Building
435 Kings Road, North Point
Hong Kong
Email: info@artfulkids.hk
+852 9722 8353
Location:
Directly opposite the Kings Road entrance of MTR’s B1 North Point Station. The main entrance to the lobby of Artful Kids is on Kings Road, next to the Bangkok Thai Restaurant. Go to the 20th Floor, turn left out of the lift and walk up the red staircase to get to Hong Kong Art Tutoring.
Parking:
The nearest parking is in Island Place on Tanner Road.
Taxis:
Are plentiful on Kings Road. Ask for Sunbeam Theatre.
Buses: Take any of the following buses to the Sunbeam Theatre in North Point. 601, 680, 692, N680, N691, 307p, 619, 671, 690
Trams: The tram stops are outside the building.