Something to look forward to every week
Weekly art journaling at our downtown Phoenix studio
Where kids can create freely, express fully, and leave feeling like themselves
Starts:
Friday, October 9th
Sessions (more days/times coming soon):
Fridays 1:00pm - 3:00pm & 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages:
Preteens (8-12) 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens (13-16) 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location:
Downtown Phoenix - 115 W McDowell Rd, Suite 2A
Max 8 students per session
$125 per month - art journal and all materials included. Your first month holds your spot
Paying with ESA funds? ESA enrollment is monthly — you’ll receive an invoice each month to submit through ClassWallet. Your spot is not held until we receive confirmation that the first ClassWallet invoice was submitted.
Each session opens with a simple prompt or technique to spark ideas, then moves into open studio time; self-directed creating with a variety of art materials like paint, collage, and mixed media. There's no "right way" to create here and no pressure to be "good" at it. Support and encouragement are available whenever it's wanted, not required. Every Friday, it’s the same small group and the same teacher, with time to create, connect, and make friends in a calm, no-pressure space.
It's a welcoming environment to experiment freely, find what feels good, and say something without words. Every participant receives their own personal art journal that grows month by month and is theirs to keep forever.
What Parents Are Saying
“Such a beautiful studio!! My daughter recently did a summer camp here and loved it so much. Such a fun and creative environment!” - Google Review
“Aimee is an amazing instructor, and I would highly recommend her classes. The lessons are unique and intentional, and the space itself is beautiful, calm and cozy.” - Google Review
“My daughter attended an art camp and loved every minute. Everyday she would come home excited about fun new art techniques she learned. Aimee is a lovely human and seems to truly enjoy teaching her craft.” - Google Review
Meet the Instructor
Aimee Combs, Founder of Lotus Creative Healing
I'm a mom, certified art teacher, creative depth coach and art therapy practitioner currently teaching art to PreK–6th graders in Phoenix. I believe in using creative expression to help kids grow in confidence and emotional wellness and my message is always the same: art doesn't have to be perfect. It can be messy, freeing and a whole lot of fun.
From one parent to another, I'm not just a teacher. I'm also a mom to a preteen who needs consistent emotional regulation support. I created these programs out of love and necessity, knowing my own child needed this and that other families would benefit too.
I bring a unique blend of education, experience, and heart to every class I teach. I hold a:
Bachelor’s Degree in Art Studies
K–12 Art Teaching Certificate
Certified Art Therapy Practitioner credential
Creative Depth Coach Certificate
Registered Yoga Instructor Certification
In addition to creating our youth programs I teach art at a hybrid school for homeschoolers on elective days, leading weekly classes for grades PreK–6th. I've also taught a variety of afterschool programs including one at a school for gifted children and served as the lead art director for a school art auction fundraiser.
My approach has always been the same whether I'm in a classroom or running a camp. Meet kids where they are, take the pressure off and watch what happens when they feel free to create. Creativity belongs to every child. That's what drives this work.
Questions? I’d love to help.
Please fill out the form and I’ll get back to you within 24 hours.