Sharing a passion for art!
I started The Curious Brush in 2016 to encourage kids to explore art, experiment with different materials, and create in new ways. The experience matters as much as the masterpiece! I’m an encourager of first attempts and second tries, and I believe the very process of creating helps kids relax, express emotion, solve problems, and feel brave and successful. I'm glad you've found me, thanks for visiting, and please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!
-- Julie Reed
Summer 2025
To register for classes, contact me with your student's name and incoming grade level in the fall, and a parent's name and cell number. Then we can sort out payment; registration is not complete and a spot will not be reserved for your student until payment is received. Thank you!
Animal Camp: Incoming K-3rd graders
We'll create art inspired by animals from the ocean, desert, jungle, and forest!
Canvas paintings • Clay • Paper mâché • Oil pastels
June 3-6 (Tues-Fri)
9 a.m.-1 p.m., $275 -or- 2-5 p.m., $215
June 30-July 3 (Mon-Thurs)
9 a.m.-1 p.m., $275 -or- 2-5 p.m., $215
Squishmallow Camp
Incoming 2nd-6th graders
Adopt a 5" Squishmallow and create everything it needs to go camping: a tent, fire pit for roasting marshmallows, canoe, blanket, and more!
Canvas paintings • Clay • Paper mâché • Weaving
Week of June 9 • Week of July 7 • Week of July 28
Mon-Fri, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., $375/session
All-Sorts-of-Art Camp
Incoming 2nd-6th graders
Explore a variety of methods, mediums, and inspirations!
Canvas paintings • Clay • Paper mâché
Oil pastels • Collage
Week of June 23 • Week of July 21
Mon-Fri, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., $375/session
Treehouse Camp
Incoming 4th-9th graders
Create a miniature 3-level treehouse including a fort, ladder, bridge, furniture, and more!
Paper mâché • Clay • Painting • Design
Week of June 16 • Week of July 14
Mon-Fri, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., $375/session
One-day camps
9 a.m.-2 p.m., $85
Adopt-a-Pet Camp
Includes a plush dog or cat; we'll create clay food bowls and painted gardens
Mon June 2 • Wed Aug 6
Incoming 1st-5th graders
Glow Camp
Neon paint and black lights
Mon Aug 4
Incoming 4th-9th graders
Dollhouse Camp
Decorate a 7"x9" dollhouse
Tues Aug 5
Incoming 1st-5th graders
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Fall 2025 art class schedule will be posted in July; check back for details!
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I understand that life sometimes interrupts our best intentions, so if you need to cancel:
• If the start date of the activity is 2 weeks away or more, I'll issue a full refund.
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• If the activity is less than 2 weeks away:
--Camps (minimum 4 hours in length): I'll provide two 8x10 canvases and a small selection of paints for each day of camp your child misses, so they can have some creative time at home
--Weekly classes (3-6 week duration): If you are cancelling the entire session, I will provide one 8x10 canvas per class, plus a small selection of paints, so your child can have some creative time at home.
--Birthday parties, private classes, or Scout badges: I'll make myself as accessible as possible to reschedule to a new date within 4 weeks of the original date.