Any family interested in participating in Orange Easel classes or camps may apply for scholarship assistance.
Scholarship applications are reviewed based on a variety of factors, including financial need, artist interest and commitment, scheduling considerations, and available funding.
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Scholarships may be awarded at varying levels depending on need and available funds.
Current award levels may include:

• 25% tuition assistance
• 50% tuition assistance
• 75% tuition assistance

Scholarships may be applied toward eligible Orange Easel classes, camps, and programs.

Applications are accepted year-round.

To be considered for an upcoming registration season, applications should be submitted by the following deadlines:
February 15 — Summer Programs
July 15 — Fall Semester
November 15 — Spring Semester
​​Applications received after a deadline will be considered for the next award period.
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The Orange Easel Scholarship Fund was established through memorial gifts made in honor of artist and educator Lynda Mead Alsbach, along with a matching contribution from Orange Easel.
These founding gifts created the initial fund and made it possible for us to begin offering scholarship assistance to young artists in our community.
As the program grows, we hope to expand the fund through community support, special events, creative fundraising initiatives, and other opportunities that align with our mission of making art more accessible.
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One of our goals is to build a scholarship fund that can serve artists for years to come.
In the coming months, we'll be sharing a variety of ways for our community to get involved—from simple contributions to fun, creative fundraising opportunities that celebrate the spirit of Orange Easel.
If you'd like to support the fund, you can:

• Make a contribution to the scholarship fund
• Participate in future fundraising events and initiatives
• Help spread the word about the program

Every contribution, large or small, helps create more opportunities for young artists to learn, create, and grow. Orange Easel may periodically match fundraising efforts or make additional contributions to help grow the fund.
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Ready to apply? Click here
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Interested in helping future artists create?  Donate here
Every dollar contributed to the scholarship fund stays in the scholarship fund.  
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In her own creative work, Lynda created cheerful illustrations and colorful designs through her business, Bananas & Macaroni Co. Her favorite tools were Sharpies and Prismacolor colored pencils, though like many creative people, she could make just about anything. Her artwork was bright, playful, happy, and delightfully silly—an extension of who she was.

Those words feel especially meaningful today.

Following Lynda's untimely passing, her family chose to direct memorial gifts toward helping young artists continue to create. Combined with a matching contribution from Orange Easel, those gifts became the foundation of the Orange Easel Scholarship Fund.​

This scholarship fund will help provide art classes, camps, and creative opportunities for children who might not otherwise be able to participate. While the fund will continue to grow and serve artists for years to come, it began with one family's desire to honor someone who believed deeply in creativity, joy, and the importance of making art.
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We are honored that Lynda's legacy will continue through the artists this fund supports.
The world needs more artists.
And thanks to Lynda, more young artists will have the opportunity to become one.

We also want to thank the families of our instructors, who generously give up their Sunday to support our studio and help us create a meaningful experience for our students and community.
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And finally — thank you to our artists and families for being part of this tradition. We’re already excited for next year’s show. 💛

This year’s show featured artwork from students across both studio locations and a wide range of ages, styles, and media. We are so proud of the creativity, originality, and effort represented throughout the exhibit.

​Below you’ll find a full list of our exhibiting artists as well as this year’s award recipients.

Aashni D. (10 years) - Perfectly Different , 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Abigail G. (10 years) - Out of jam , Illustrative Drawing
Abigail S. (10 years) - “The Eye”, Realistic Drawing
Adalind M. (10 years) - Pencil Holder, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Adleigh F. (12 years) - Egypt, Realistic Drawing
Adriana L. (9 years) - Pizza party, Illustrative Drawing
Akira A. (INSTRUCTOR) - The Kiss, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Alaina M. (INSTRUCTOR) - Utah Moon, Illustrative Drawing
Alex K. (6 years) - My Masterpiece , 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Alivia O. (12 years) - Honolulu , Realistic Drawing
Aliza c. (8 years) - The ice cream , Realistic Drawing
Allison M. (INSTRUCTOR) - Snowy Owl, Realistic Drawing
Amaya S. (11 years) - Heaven Monkey, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Amber G. (16 years) - Taylor Swift, Realistic Drawing
Amelia M. (8 years) - Macaroni Penguin, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Amelia T. (7 years) - The Cute Birdy , 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Andrea B. (INSTRUCTOR) - Eat at Ed’s, Painting
Andy K. (10 years) - 3AM Monster, Illustrative Drawing
Angelo C. (10 years) - Untitled, not categorized
Anna C. (3 years) - Baby Kate in the Rain, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Anna G. (9 years) - Santa Dog, Realistic Drawing
Annabelle F. (8 years) - Sun Light , 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Annabelle T. (11 years) - Spring flowers , Realistic Drawing
Annalise R. (7 years) - Parrot, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Aria E. (9 years) - Dark Future Hallway, Realistic Drawing
Aria W. (10 years) - The Seal and the Orca, Painting
Autumn P. (6 years) - Flower, Illustrative Drawing
Ava L. (10 years) - Sunny Day, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Ava M. (14 years) - Sakura the Elf Mage , Illustrative Drawing
Avery B. (6 years) - Sparkles, Painting
Avery B. (7 years) - Checkerboard , Painting
Bekah J. (9 years) - The Unusual Blue Parrot, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Ben D. (6 years) - Fruit Show, Illustrative Drawing
Bexley N. (6 years) - A Unicorn, Painting
Blake O. (3 years) - Bunny, Painting
Blakely G. (9 years) - Happy Bird, Painting
Braelynn K. (7 years) - Gabbys dollhouse, Illustrative Drawing
Braxton P. (5 years) - Cool-Jay, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Brooke w. (7 years) - Sunset, Realistic Drawing
Brooklynn G. (17 years) - Glass Study, Realistic Drawing
Carly M. (11 years) - The Great Worm Depression , Illustrative Drawing
Caroline J. (11 years) - The Starry Flamingo, Painting
Carter B. (13 years) - Wonderful Wacky World, Illustrative Drawing
Carter N. (6 years) - Snakey, Illustrative Drawing
Cecilia C. (9 years) - Peacock , Painting
Chandler M. (INSTRUCTOR) - Blueberry Braids , Illustrative Drawing
Charlie C. (7 years) - Untitled, not categorized
Charlotte B. (7 years) - The Pink Rose of Love, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Charlotte D. (5 years) - Flowers of Colors, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Chloe R. (12 years) - The Boy that went Missing, Illustrative Drawing
Chloe S. (8 years) - "The Mom Masterpiece", Painting
Claire B. (15 years) - Untitled, not categorized
Clara C. (8 years) - The bird of the word, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Clara E. (8 years) - El Buho, Realistic Drawing
Clare L. (6 years) - Central Park , 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Clark M. (13 years) - Blue The Titan, Illustrative Drawing
Clementine S. (13 years) - Hues of Orange, Illustrative Drawing
Cohen B. (8 years) - God’s Heart, Realistic Drawing
Cole S. (10 years) - Sun and Moon Guardians , Illustrative Drawing
Cora S. (11 years) - Be Chaotic, Painting
Corrie C. (10 years) - Caught in rainbow rain., Painting
Daniela A. (11 years) - My pond, Illustrative Drawing
Daxton w. (6 years) - 6-7 bird , 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Declan E. (7 years) - Species of sandworm , Illustrative Drawing
Delaney C. (13 years) - Tropical Viewpoint, Painting
Delia B. (10 years) - Untitled, not categorized
Delia L. (8 years) - Flowers, Realistic Drawing
Devyn h. (11 years) - Pitpull playing with tennis ball, Illustrative Drawing
Dexter D. (11 years) - Tentacled Breakthrough, Illustrative Drawing
Dustin E. (10 years) - divine beast vah rudania, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Dylan B. (11 years) - The Special Jellyfish , Realistic Drawing
Dylan W. (15 years) - Vase Memorial, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Eden F. (6 years) - Daisy the Cat Hero , Illustrative Drawing
Eden H. (10 years) - Bombpop, Realistic Drawing
Edgar B. (5 years) - Beast Boy, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Eleanor B. (11 years) - Camping in the Jungle , 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Eleanor B. (11 years) - Summer days, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Elena T. (12 years) - A Stroll in the Woods, Illustrative Drawing
Eli P. (11 years) - Night of the Cockatoos , Illustrative Drawing
Elizabeth M. (10 years) - Food Fun, Illustrative Drawing
Ella C. (INSTRUCTOR) - Empyrean Flore (Space Jellies), Painting
Ellie R. (9 years) - The Great Idea, Illustrative Drawing
Elsie C. (6 years) - Circles, Painting
Elsie M. (14 years) - Sleepy eepy Lion, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Ember H. (8 years) - Love Bird, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Ember M. (13 years) - The Silent Shrub, Painting
Emerson S. (10 years) - Majestic Girl, Illustrative Drawing
Emery H. (8 years) - Me Outside, Illustrative Drawing
Emery S. (11 years) - Casoh, Illustrative Drawing
Emery-Jakob G. (10 years) - The spring filled Ocean, Realistic Drawing
Emila S. (6 years) - Pinky the Bird , 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Emily W. (14 years) - The Fallen Angel , Illustrative Drawing
Emma B. (11 years) - Dark Wolf , Realistic Drawing
Emma H. (11 years) - Sunset Llama, Painting
EmmaLee K. (10 years) - TV girl Jellys, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Eva S. (6 years) - Jungling in the Forest, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Evan C. (12 years) - Voynich #125, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Evelyn C. (6 years) - Silly Bird, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Evelyn M. (12 years) - Chaos, Illustrative Drawing
Everly L. (9 years) - Grooming Cat , Illustrative Drawing
Evie N. (12 years) - Blossom Rose, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Eza S. (11 years) - Untitled, not categorized
Fritz D. (6 years) - Untitled, not categorized
Gemma J. (8 years) - My Favorite Fruit , Realistic Drawing
Goldie K. (11 years) - Inflated Constellations , Painting
Grace P. (10 years) - Nyctophobia, Illustrative Drawing
Grace V. (INSTRUCTOR) - Battle of Eden, Painting
Gracie H. (10 years) - The Black Dog, Realistic Drawing
Graham H. (11 years) - Monster Club, Illustrative Drawing
Griffin A. (8 years) - Bird, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Guinevere R. (10 years) - Giraffe-in around, Painting
Hadley S. (7 years) - Emmy bird, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Harper B. (13 years) - Chameleon, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Harper C. (7 years) - Horeland, Realistic Drawing
Harper S. (9 years) - My best friend , Painting
Harris S. (10 years) - Pencil Mountains, Illustrative Drawing
Harrison G. (7 years) - Diamond Gold and Her Chicks , Painting
Harrison M. (8 years) - Untitled, not categorized
Hazel D. (12 years) - Untitled, not categorized
Hazel S. (8 years) - Your Moms Bird , 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Henry K. (10 years) - Thunderstrom fire, Illustrative Drawing
Hughy B. (10 years) - Young Quackenstein, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
India R. (15 years) - Frog House, Illustrative Drawing
Indiera G. (16 years) - A swing & A slash, Illustrative Drawing
Isaac H. (10 years) - The Dunk, Realistic Drawing
Ivaan P. (13 years) - Curious Eyes , Realistic Drawing
Jack N. (7 years) - Vincent, Illustrative Drawing
Jackie A. (INSTRUCTOR) - Goldie, Painting
Jane B. (8 years) - Eyeball, Painting
Jaxson W. (17 years) - Steppe and Marsh and Celestial Bridges, Illustrative Drawing
Jocelyn L. (11 years) - Untitled, not categorized
Jocelyn R. (14 years) - Welcome To The Circus, Illustrative Drawing
Joe F. (10 years) - Camel, Painting
Johanna J. (12 years) - Just Doodle, Illustrative Drawing
Jordan H. (11 years) - Remesmae and Figaro , Realistic Drawing
Jovie B. (5 years) - Chop the Dog, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Judd G. (6 years) - Millions of hats, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Julianna P. (8 years) - A Day at the Park, Illustrative Drawing
June P. (10 years) - Cat, Illustrative Drawing
Kaden B. (6 years) - Magic stack, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Kais M. (8 years) - Sunny and Friends, Illustrative Drawing
Kaley D. (10 years) - Peaceful Bear , Realistic Drawing
Katherine W. (6 years) - Love my Cats, Painting
Katie R. (6 years) - Untitled, not categorized
Katy C. (14 years) - Geisha , 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Kimberly H. (8 years) - Outside Sunlight , Illustrative Drawing
Kinley D. (13 years) - Untitled, not categorized
Kya M. (10 years) - Tiger in the woods, Painting
Kyra S. (11 years) - Blood Moon, Realistic Drawing
Laurel S. (6 years) - Sweet Land, Illustrative Drawing
Layla B. (11 years) - Jack, My Loving Dog, Painting
Layla M. (5 years) - Rainbowly Gods Eye, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Leliana M. (9 years) - Rainbow Show, Illustrative Drawing
Lennon M. (10 years) - Lennie + Lou, Realistic Drawing
Leslie S. (12 years) - The Depths , Realistic Drawing
Lewis R. (10 years) - Tree Frog Jumping Around, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Lexi N. (15 years) - Scribble Fire, Painting
Liala M. (15 years) - Penguin’s Family, Painting
Liam M. (12 years) - Dragon, Illustrative Drawing
Lila M. (14 years) - Disney princesse , Illustrative Drawing
Lila P. (10 years) - Swirl of things , 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Liliana B. (8 years) - Cup of Noodles, Realistic Drawing
Lily G. (10 years) - In the Jungle, the Mighty Jungle, the Kitty Sleeps Tonights, Painting
Lily G. (9 years) - Realistic red eye tree frog , Illustrative Drawing
Lily M. (17 years) - Banana Cheesecake , Painting
Lilyanna B. (16 years) - I’ll See You in 2 Years., 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Lincoln H. (7 years) - The rainbow bird, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
​Liz R. (INSTRUCTOR) - Pancakes, Realistic Drawing
Liz Z. (13 years) - The Yellow Dress, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Loral F. (7 years) - The world of wise , Painting
Luca C. (3 years) - Peanut Plama, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Lucy G. (11 years) - Jungle of Happyness, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Luke D. (8 years) - Ancient Dinosaur, Illustrative Drawing
Luke G. (11 years) - Life of The Party, Painting
Luna N. (5 years) - Rainbow, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Luna S. (11 years) - The Great Meteor , Realistic Drawing
Maci T. (9 years) - The Bluebird, Realistic Drawing
Madeline D. (10 years) - Animal Wonder, Illustrative Drawing
Madison S. (10 years) - Sun is shining , Painting
Madisyn C. (7 years) - Sunny Side, Illustrative Drawing
Maia B. (8 years) - Detective Alley Cat & Friends , 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Maisy D. (6 years) - The Backpack, Illustrative Drawing
Malcolm R. (11 years) - Australia , Realistic Drawing
Marley J. (9 years) - Circle Bank, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Melissa M. (INSTRUCTOR) - Lennie Lou Who, Realistic Drawing
Mia B. (7 years) - Horses, Realistic Drawing
Mia R. (6 years) - The Rainbow Birdy , 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Milana W. (8 years) - Snow Cat, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Miles h. (9 years) - Bird culprit , 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Murphy S. (12 years) - Queen Penguin, Painting
Mya S. (8 years ) - Untitled, not categorized
Natalie E. (11 years) - Daisy the cubby chiken, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Nicolette J. (7 years) - The Best Ever!, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Nima A. (8 years) - Dotty, Painting
Noah C. (9 years) - The best bread, Illustrative Drawing
Noah M. (14 years) - Paladins Fighting at Dracolitch Cavern, Illustrative Drawing
Noah V. (8 years) - Rainbow, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Noelle G. (9 years) - A Shot At Love, Illustrative Drawing
Noelle R. (9 years) - Pencil Puppy, Realistic Drawing
Nolan W. (11 years) - Sir Brochacho, Illustrative Drawing
Nora C. (12 years) - Rainbow sloth, Painting
Nora R. (8 years) - The First Koala Artist, Illustrative Drawing
Oakley R. (6 years) - Sunset, Realistic Drawing
Oliver B. (10 years) - Gorilla, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Oliver G. (7 years) - Metal Fish, Illustrative Drawing
Owen G. (10 years) - Birthday Surprise for Grandma!, Painting
Paisley B. (13 years) - The Beach, Painting
Paxton B. (14 years) - Home Sweet Home, Realistic Drawing
Penelope D. (9 years) - Untitled, not categorized
Penelope J. (12 years) - Overgrown Hallway, Illustrative Drawing
Penelope S. (7 years) - I Belong, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Phoebe M. (7 years) - Mix, Painting
Piper C. (12 years) - Lilies, Realistic Drawing
Rae W. (8 years) - The Blue Parit Thit is rare, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Raegan D. (10 years) - A day at sea, Illustrative Drawing
Rand T. (10 years) - The legandary najel, Illustrative Drawing
Remi G. (10 years) - Apocalyptic stary sky, Illustrative Drawing
Riley M. (5 years) - Meatball, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Rilynn T. (9 years) - The Outdoors, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Rory B. (7 years) - Peacock, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Ryan D. (9 years) - Froggie, Illustrative Drawing
Sadie D. (6 years) - Untitled, not categorized
Safa A. (5 years) - The Invisible Machine, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Sam G. (10 years) - Just LeDoux It!, Realistic Drawing
Samantha F. (8 years) - Moonlight, Realistic Drawing
Sara W. (INSTRUCTOR) - Gladys, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Sarah K. (13 years) - The Interstellar Agreement, Illustrative Drawing
Sarah T. (10 years) - Cat Alien, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Scarlett S. (7 years) - Moonlight, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Serah D. (12 years) - Native Warrior, Realistic Drawing
Shiloh C. (8 years) - Koi fish, Realistic Drawing
Sofia W. (10 years) - Blood Moon, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Sophie M. (16 years) - Shining Green, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Stella R. (12 years) - The Ripple, Painting
Tammy X. (8 years) - Queen Lady, Illustrative Drawing
Tanner F. (9 years) - Tom the Toucan, Illustrative Drawing
Tanner P. (9 years) - Good Penguin, Realistic Drawing
Tara L. (11 years) - Bella, Painting
Tom F. (10 years) - Ornament, Painting
Tommy M. (16 years) - The Old Tree of Love, Illustrative Drawing
Vala R. (14 years) - Light in the dark , Illustrative Drawing
Valentina R. (8 years) - The Random, Painting
Van B. (12 years) - Panda Pot, 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture
Van M. (7 years) - A Goat, Realistic Drawing
Violet C. (14 years) - Frida!, Realistic Drawing
Vivien C. (10 years) - Monday Morning , 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Weslie K. (7 years) - Green Jay, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Willow M. (9 years) - Willow Style, Illustrative Drawing
Wren P. (4 years) - Groot, 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking
Zoe B. (12 years) - Shelly the Turtle, Painting
Zoe R. (11 years) - The Angel’s Note, Illustrative Drawing
Zoe T. (11 years) - Clover, Illustrative Drawing
Zoey F. (8 years) - Perfect, Painting

Congratulations to this year’s award recipients! While only a handful of pieces receive formal awards, we want to emphasize how difficult these selections are each year. The quality, creativity, and heart shown throughout the exhibit was extraordinary.
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We are endlessly proud of every artist who chose to share their work with our community.

Best in Show - Dylan W., Vase Memorial - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (8th-12th Grade)

1st Place - Luca C., Peanut Plama - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (Preschool)
2nd Place - Edgar B., Beast Boy - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (Preschool)
3rd Place - Wren P., Groot - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (Preschool)
Honorable Mention - Charlotte D., Flowers of Colors - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (Preschool)
Honorable Mention - Anna C., Baby Kate in the Rain - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (Preschool)

1st Place - Nicolette J., The Best Ever! - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (K-3rd Grade)
2nd Place - Maia B., Detective Alley Cat & Friends  - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (K-3rd Grade)
3rd Place - Rilynn T., The Outdoors - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (K-3rd Grade)
Honorable Mention - Braxton P., Cool-Jay - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (K-3rd Grade)
Honorable Mention - Riley M., Meatball - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (K-3rd Grade)
Honorable Mention - Mia R., The Rainbow Birdy  - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (K-3rd Grade)

1st Place - Lucy G., Jungle of Happyness - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (4th/5th Grade)
2nd Place - Vivien C., Monday Morning  - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (4th/5th Grade)
3rd Place - Sofia W., Blood Moon - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (4th/5th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Ava L., Sunny Day - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (4th/5th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Lewis R., Tree Frog Jumping Around - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (4th/5th Grade)

1st Place - Evan C., Voynich #125 - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (6th/7th Grade)

1st Place - Dylan W., Vase Memorial - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (8th-12th Grade)
2nd Place - Harper B., Chameleon - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (8th-12th Grade)
3rd Place - Lilyanna B., I’ll See You in 2 Years - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (8th-12th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Elsie M., Sleepy eepy Lion - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (8th-12th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Sophie M., Shining Green - 2D Mixed Media & Printmaking (8th-12th Grade)

1st Place - Layla M., Rainbowly Gods Eye - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (Preschool)
2nd Place - Safa A., The Invisible Machine - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (Preschool)

1st Place - Clare L., Central Park  - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (K-3rd Grade)
2nd Place - Penelope S., I Belong - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (K-3rd Grade)
3rd Place - Clara C., The bird of the word - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (K-3rd Grade)
Honorable Mention - Jovie B., Chop the Dog - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (K-3rd Grade)
Honorable Mention - Milana W., Snow Cat - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (K-3rd Grade)

1st Place - Aashni D., Perfectly Different  - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (4th/5th Grade)
2nd Place - Hughy B., Young Quackenstein - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (4th/5th Grade)
3rd Place - Adalind M., Pencil Holder - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (4th/5th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Dustin E., divine beast vah rudania - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (4th/5th Grade)

1st Place - Van B., Panda Pot - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (6th/7th Grade)
2nd Place - Natalie E., Daisy the cubby chiken - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (6th/7th Grade)

1st Place - Katy C., Geisha  - 3D Mixed Media & Sculpture (8th-12th Grade)

1st Place - Noelle G., A Shot At Love - Illustrative Drawing (K-3rd Grade)
2nd Place - Kais M., Sunny and Friends - Illustrative Drawing (K-3rd Grade)
3rd Place - Noah C., The best bread - Illustrative Drawing (K-3rd Grade)
Honorable Mention - Kimberly H., Outside Sunlight  - Illustrative Drawing (K-3rd Grade)

1st Place - Graham H., Monster Club - Illustrative Drawing (4th/5th Grade)
2nd Place - Zoe R., The Angel’s Note - Illustrative Drawing (4th/5th Grade)
3rd Place - Eli P., Night of the Cockatoos  - Illustrative Drawing (4th/5th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Grace P., Nyctophobia - Illustrative Drawing (4th/5th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Nolan W., Sir Brochacho - Illustrative Drawing (4th/5th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Abigail G., Out of jam  - Illustrative Drawing (4th/5th Grade)

1st Place - Elena T., A Stroll in the Woods - Illustrative Drawing (6th/7th Grade)
2nd Place - Evelyn M., Chaos - Illustrative Drawing (6th/7th Grade)
3rd Place - Carter B., Wonderful Wacky World - Illustrative Drawing (6th/7th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Chloe R., The Boy that went Missing - Illustrative Drawing (6th/7th Grade)

1st Place - Indiera G., A swing & A slash - Illustrative Drawing (8th-12th Grade)
2nd Place - Emily W., The Fallen Angel  - Illustrative Drawing (8th-12th Grade)
3rd Place - Jocelyn R., Welcome To The Circus - Illustrative Drawing (8th-12th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Clementine S., Hues of Orange - Illustrative Drawing (8th-12th Grade)
Honorable Mention - India R., Frog House - Illustrative Drawing (8th-12th Grade)

1st Place - Blake O., Bunny - Painting (Preschool)

1st Place - Harrison G., Diamond Gold and Her Chicks  - Painting (K-3rd Grade)
2nd Place - Chloe S., "The Mom Masterpiece" - Painting (K-3rd Grade)
3rd Place - Katherine W., Love my Cats - Painting (K-3rd Grade)
Honorable Mention - Elsie C., Circles - Painting (K-3rd Grade)
Honorable Mention - Blakely G., Happy Bird - Painting (K-3rd Grade)

1st Place - Cora S., Be Chaotic - Painting (4th/5th Grade)
2nd Place - Joe F., Camel - Painting (4th/5th Grade)
3rd Place - Guinevere R., Giraffe-in around - Painting (4th/5th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Kya M., Tiger in the woods - Painting (4th/5th Grade)

1st Place - Murphy S., Queen Penguin - Painting (6th/7th Grade)
2nd Place - Delaney C., Tropical Viewpoint - Painting (6th/7th Grade)
3rd Place - Nora C., Rainbow sloth - Painting (6th/7th Grade)

1st Place - Liala M., Penguin’s Family - Painting (8th-12th Grade)
2nd Place - Ember M., The Silent Shrub - Painting (8th-12th Grade)
3rd Place - Lexi N., Scribble Fire - Painting (8th-12th Grade)

1st Place - Maci T., The Bluebird - Realistic Drawing (K-3rd Grade)
2nd Place - Noelle R., Pencil Puppy - Realistic Drawing (K-3rd Grade)
3rd Place - Shiloh C., Koi fish - Realistic Drawing (K-3rd Grade)
Honorable Mention - Oakley R., Sunset - Realistic Drawing (K-3rd Grade)
Honorable Mention - Delia L., Flowers - Realistic Drawing (K-3rd Grade)
Honorable Mention - Liliana B., Cup of Noodles - Realistic Drawing (K-3rd Grade)
Honorable Mention - Aria E., Dark Future Hallway - Realistic Drawing (K-3rd Grade)

1st Place - Sam G., Just LeDoux It! - Realistic Drawing (4th/5th Grade)
2nd Place - Abigail S., “The Eye” - Realistic Drawing (4th/5th Grade)
3rd Place - Lennon M., Lennie + Lou - Realistic Drawing (4th/5th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Jordan H., Remesmae and Figaro  - Realistic Drawing (4th/5th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Annabelle T., Spring flowers  - Realistic Drawing (4th/5th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Malcolm R., Australia  - Realistic Drawing (4th/5th Grade)

1st Place - Serah D., Native Warrior - Realistic Drawing (6th/7th Grade)
2nd Place - Ivaan P., Curious Eyes  - Realistic Drawing (6th/7th Grade)
3rd Place - Leslie S., The Depths  - Realistic Drawing (6th/7th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Piper C., Lilies - Realistic Drawing (6th/7th Grade)

1st Place - Violet C., Frida! - Realistic Drawing (8th-12th Grade)
2nd Place - Amber G., Taylor Swift - Realistic Drawing (8th-12th Grade)
3rd Place - Paxton B., Home Sweet Home - Realistic Drawing (8th-12th Grade)
Honorable Mention - Brooklynn G., Glass Study - Realistic Drawing (8th-12th Grade)

Thank you to all of the families, friends, instructors, and artists who made this year’s show possible. Events like this only happen because of a creative community that values the arts and believes children deserve opportunities to create, explore, and be celebrated.

And most importantly — thank you to our artists. Thank you for sharing your ideas, your imagination, your hard work, and your voices with us. We can’t wait to see where your creativity takes you next.
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Spring break camp. My dining room. A handful of kids.
That’s where it all started.
Later that year, we moved the chaos (and the creativity) downstairs and built out a basement studio. It felt official… but still very much homemade in the best way.
Back then, it was simply called Miss Allison’s Art.
And it was small, personal, and full of possibility.

February 2014 — The First Hire
Miss Sara joined the team as our very first employee.
At the time, I didn’t fully realize how much I needed a teammate—but she was a game changer.
Having someone beside me in this work changed everything.

The Naming Night
As we prepared to open our first commercial space, I knew one thing for sure:
We couldn’t keep the name Miss Allison’s Art.
We were building something bigger—a team, a community—and it needed a name that reflected that.
So I gathered a group of my closest, creative mom-friends.
We covered the tables in butcher paper, opened a couple bottles of wine, grabbed Sharpies, and started brainstorming.
We asked big questions:

• Who is this studio for?
• What kind of art will live here?
• What do we want people to feel when they walk in?

We knew what we didn’t want:

• Not too cutesy
• Not too girly
• Not limited to just painting
• Not just for little kids

We wrote words. Colors. Ideas. Associations.
By the end of the night, two words were circled:
Orange. Easel.
That night, before going to bed, I designed the logo and bought the URL.
And just like that—Orange Easel was born.

August 2014 — First Studio Opens (Liberty location)
We opened our first commercial location.
It was a huge leap… and the beginning of something real.
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August 2018 — Second Location (Platte Woods)
We expanded and opened our second studio.
More space. More artists. More opportunities to grow.
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Expanding Our Classes
Up until this point, we focused on multimedia art.
In 2018, we introduced drawing classes for the first time—opening the door for students who wanted to go deeper, build skills, and grow in new ways.
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Lke many small businesses, 2020 tested us in ways we never expected.
But it also pushed us to think differently.
That’s when we launched Creation Nation Art Club—our online art program.
What started as a way to stay connected became something so much bigger:

• A growing online community
• A library of on-demand lessons
• A way to reach artists beyond our local studios

It changed how we think about access, flexibility, and what art education can look like.
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We introduced our Junior Staff Program—designed to give Orange Easel students their first job experience while building leadership skills.

It’s become one of the things I’m most proud of:
Watching students grow up in our program… and then step into leadership roles?
That’s full-circle in the best way.
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As we’ve grown, one thing has stayed at the center of everything we do:
Different kids learn differently.

So we’ve continued to expanded our class offerings to reflect that.
Creation Explorations
For artists who thrive in open-ended, process-driven environments.
Drawing 103
For students ready to level up, take on challenges, and really see what they’re capable of.
These additions weren’t about adding more—they were about serving our artists better.
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What started at a dining room table has grown into:

• Two studio locations
• A full team of instructors
• Hundreds of students
• An online art community
• A space where kids come not just to make art… but to grow, connect, and build confidence

And somehow, it still feels like those early days—just on a bigger scale.
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We’re still dreaming.
On our “dream big” board, you’ll find ideas like:

• More studio locations
• Expanding our online programs beyond the Kansas City area
• Scholarship programs to make art more accessible for families
• A future college scholarship for graduating seniors

We don’t have all the answers yet.
But if there’s one thing I’ve learned since 2012, it’s this:
Start small. Stay curious. Keep listening. Keep building.
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If you’ve been part of this journey—as a student, a parent, an instructor, or a supporter—thank you.
You’ve helped shape what Orange Easel is today.
And we’re just getting started.

These are our go-tos in the studio:

​Perfect for travel, restaurants, or quiet time:

Build those little finger muscles through play:

Inspire a new project with unique tools:

Add something a little different to spark curiosity:

​The best Easter baskets aren’t the ones packed with stuff--
they’re the ones that invite kids to make something, explore something, and feel proud of what they create.

And bonus?
These are the kinds of things that stick around long after the candy is gone.

One of the things that makes our camps unique is that we don’t focus on just one medium.
Instead of a “painting camp” or a “drawing camp,” each week is built around a theme, and artists explore that theme through a wide variety of materials and techniques.
Throughout the week, your child might:

• Draw with pencil, ink, or markers
• Paint with watercolor, acrylic, or gouache
• Build sculptures using clay, paper mache, or mixed media
• Experiment with printmaking, fiber art, or even metal

Each day includes a main project, so by the end of the week, artists head home with a collection of artwork—not just one piece.
And here’s the important part:
👉 Not every project will be every child’s favorite—and that’s intentional.
Some kids fall in love with drawing. Others discover they love sculpture or mixed media. Our goal is to give every artist a chance to find something that clicks.

Each camp day runs from 9:00am–3:00pm (Monday–Thursday) and follows a rhythm that gives kids both structure and space to explore.
Arrival / Community Time This is when we gather, connect, and ease into our day.  We'll offer some light creative invitations, have a meeting about the day ahead, play a game, and connect with others.
Project Time This is when we work on the main daily project with instructor guidance and support.
Station Time (Open-Ended Creativity)Outside of project time, artists get access to a variety of creative stations like:

• Drawing + design
• Perler beads
• Hot glue creations
• Building + imaginative play
• Sensory materials

This is where kids really make the space their own.
They can:

• Start new ideas
• Continue projects
• Collaborate with friends
• Or simply explore materials at their own pace

There’s no pressure—just creativity.

Our camps are designed for ages 4–12, and we thoughtfully structure the day to support that range.

• Younger artists typically work in one classroom
• Older artists in another
• Shared experiences happen throughout the day

Projects are designed to be:

• Accessible for younger artists
• Expandable for older or more advanced artists

So whether your child is 5 or 11, they’ll be appropriately supported and challenged.

We welcome our young artists beginning at age four, but they do need to be ready for a drop-off experience.
That means:

• They can use the restroom independently
• They’re comfortable being away from a parent
• They’re able to participate in a group setting

A few nerves are totally normal—but overall, artists should feel ready to be here and engage in the day.

If you’re looking for a summer experience that blends creativity, community, and confidence-building, we’d love to have your artist join us.

When our studios temporarily closed in 2020, we found ourselves wondering how we could keep our artists creating, learning, and connecting — even while apart. What began as a quick pivot to online art classes quickly grew into something so much bigger: a global community of artists who create together from living rooms, kitchen tables, and art corners all over the world.
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That’s how Creation Nation Art Club was born.

We'd love for you to be a part of our club.  Learn more here.

​At Orange Easel, we love the idea of dark play—intentionally dimming the lights and inviting children to explore creativity in a new way. There’s something magical about it. Familiar materials suddenly feel brand new. Ordinary play turns into an experience. And kids lean in—curious, focused, and wide-eyed.

Dark play isn’t about screens or overstimulation. It’s about novelty, atmosphere, and letting the environment do some of the work for you.

​Here are a few easy, art-centered ways to bring dark play into your home this winter.
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Try this:

• Glowing Playdough
  Make homemade playdough and mix in washable neon paint. Under a blacklight, it glows and feels downright magical.
• Glow Painting
  Use washable neon paint on white or black paper. Even simple dots, lines, and handprints look incredible in the dark.
• Neon Dot Sticker Art
  Stick neon dot stickers onto black paper to create patterns, pictures, or abstract designs.
• Glowing Water Play
  Add a tiny bit of washable neon paint to water in cups or containers. Pour, swirl, and experiment under blacklight.
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​Easy ideas:

• Shadow Tracing
  Shine a flashlight on toys or hands and trace the shadows they cast on paper.
• Shadow Puppets
  Use hands or simple paper cutouts taped to sticks to tell shadow stories.
• Shadow Still Life
  Arrange objects, shine a light from the side, and draw only the shadow shapes.
• Flashlight I-Spy
  Hide objects around a darkened room and search using flashlight.​
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A Gentle Reminder
Dark play doesn’t need to be elaborate or Pinterest-perfect. Sometimes all it takes is turning off the lights, handing your child a flashlight, and saying, “Let’s see what happens.”

Winter may bring darkness earlier—but it also brings the perfect excuse to let creativity glow.

When we think about gifts for kids, it’s easy to picture wrapping paper, boxes, and toys stacked under the tree. But some of the most memorable gifts don’t come in packages at all—they’re experiences. A morning spent dancing, a pottery class, a trip to the climbing gym, or tickets to a local theater show can all become memories that last far longer than any toy.
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If you’re ready to wrap up something a little different this year, consider gifting an experience from one of our amazing local businesses. The Kansas City Northland and Liberty area is full of opportunities for kids to learn new skills, get creative, and discover what they love — from art and dance to cooking, music, and more.

These small businesses pour their hearts into creating meaningful experiences for families, and when you choose to gift one of their programs, you’re not only giving a child a chance to grow — you’re also supporting the people who make our community vibrant.

​Whether it’s a semester of art classes or a single summer adventure, an experience gift lasts long after the wrapping paper is gone. Explore our Orange Easel classes and other local favorites to find the perfect gift this season!