Welcome C.N.E.S. Families
Art Cart Kids is right in your school neighborhood, and that makes Dazzle’s Color Quest especially easy for Crow’s Nest Elementary students.
Because Art Cart Kids is zoned for Crow’s Nest, the school bus can drop your child off at the bus stop at the end of the Art Cart Kids driveway with a completed change of transportation form from their parent or guardian.
School dismisses at 3:15, which makes the Monday and Wednesday 3:45–4:45 PM class a simple, convenient fit for CNES families. Your child can come straight from school, step into the studio, and begin an afternoon filled with imagination, child-choice, open-ended creating, and the joy of making something all their own.
Parents will pick up students from Art Cart Kids at 4:45 PM.
What is Dazzle's Color Quest?
Dazzle's Color Quest is more than an art program—it's a creative adventure designed to help children grow in confidence, independence, and imagination.
Every artist follows their own Creative Quest. Every visit begins with a shared Invitation, but what happens next is guided by each child's imagination, interests, and creative choices. Instead of everyone creating the same artwork, children make meaningful choices, discover new materials, practice creative problem solving, and celebrate personal milestones along the way.
As artists grow, they'll earn Color Ranks, Creative Badges, and develop the four Creative Superpowers that help them both inside and outside the studio.
No two Creative Quests are exactly alike because every child brings their own ideas, interests, and imagination.
Whether your child loves drawing, painting, building, or inventing something completely new, Dazzle's Color Quest encourages creativity while helping them become thoughtful, confident, independent learners.
"We simply love Art Cart Kids & everything that Mrs. Cox offers kids of all ages! We love the small group, cozy setting, attentive instruction and extra support for each kid where needed! Above and beyond to meet family’s needs!"
Paige T., Parent of Members
Emilie I., After-School Parent
Every Adventure Begins with White
Every new artist receives their very first White Rank Pin on their first day.
Then the adventure begins.
As students practice new creative skills, they earn new colors.
The Color Rank Journey
⚪ White — Beginning Explorer
🔴 Red — Active Explorer
🟠 Orange — Emerging Maker
🟡 Yellow — Confident Maker
🟢 Green — Skilled Builder
🔵 Blue — Independent Artist
🟣 Purple — Creative Innovator
💗 Pink — Studio Mentor
Each new color represents another step on their creative journey.
Unlike school grades, children move forward at their own pace.
Some love drawing.
Some become builders.
Others discover watercolor or printmaking.
Every path is different—and that's exactly the point.
Four Creative Superpowers
Every activity in Dazzle's Color Quest is designed to strengthen four Creative Superpowers that help children succeed in school, at home, and throughout life.
👀 Notice
Artists learn to slow down, observe carefully, recognize details, and become thoughtful thinkers.
💡 Imagine
Artists develop original ideas, think creatively, and discover that there is more than one way to solve a problem.
🔍 Explore
Artists become willing to experiment, take healthy risks, and learn from every creative discovery.
❤️ Share
Artists build confidence by talking about their ideas, encouraging others, celebrating differences, and learning to communicate with kindness and respect.
Every Color Rank is earned by growing in all four Creative Superpowers, creating a well-rounded Creative Quest that goes far beyond making beautiful artwork.
Building
Painting
Drawing
Mixed Media
Four Creative Zones
Every visit begins with a choice.
Artists decide which of the four Creative Zones they would like to explore, giving them the freedom to follow their interests while discovering new ways to create.
🎨 Drawing Zone
Strengthen observation, planning, and visual thinking while experimenting with a variety of drawing materials.
🖌️ Painting Zone
Explore color, expression, and technique while learning that experimentation often leads to exciting creative discoveries.
✂️ Mixed Media Zone
Combine unexpected materials, make creative decisions, and discover that imagination can transform ordinary objects into extraordinary artwork.
🏗️ Building Zone
Design, construct, test ideas, solve problems, and develop perseverance through hands-on building experiences.
After each Invitation, artists choose the Creative Zone that inspires them most. Some enjoy returning to a favorite zone to deepen their skills, while others love exploring something new each visit. Every choice becomes part of their own unique Creative Quest.
Painting
My son has so much fun and gets to express his creative side.
Emilie I., After-School Parent
Emilie I. - parent of member
Creative Badges
Every artist grows at their own pace, and Creative Badges celebrate the progress they make along the way.
Within each of the four Creative Zones, artists have the opportunity to earn three Creative Badges as they develop new skills, build confidence, and become more independent creators.
🌱 Explorer
Every Creative Quest begins here.
Explorers are curious, eager to try new materials, and excited to discover what each Creative Zone has to offer. They learn foundational techniques, ask questions, and begin making thoughtful creative choices.
⭐ Creator
Creators are growing in confidence.
They combine techniques, make purposeful decisions, solve creative challenges, and begin developing a style that is uniquely their own. They are becoming increasingly independent and take pride in bringing their ideas to life.
💡 Innovator
Innovators confidently use their imagination to think in original ways.
They experiment, adapt, solve problems, and inspire others through creative thinking. Rather than looking for the "right" answer, they learn to trust their own ideas and discover that creativity has endless possibilities.
Artists can earn Explorer, Creator, and Innovator Badges in each of the four Creative Zones, making every visit another opportunity to grow.
As badges are collected over time, children experience one of life's most valuable lessons: meaningful growth comes through curiosity, practice, perseverance, and the courage to keep exploring.
Building
"We had such a great experience at Art Cart Kids! The owner is wonderful and caring! My kids have loved coming to art classes. This is something Stafford has needed for a long time."
Ashley S., Parent of Members
Emilie I., After-School Parent
Your Studio Sketchbook
Every Member receives a personal studio sketchbook that stays at Art Cart Kids throughout their Creative Quest.
More than a place to draw, the sketchbook becomes a record of each artist's imagination, discoveries, and growth. Children use it to collect ideas, experiment with new techniques, plan future creations, reflect on their artwork, and celebrate milestones along the way.
As the pages fill, artists begin to see how much they've learned—not because someone tells them, but because they can look back and recognize their own progress.
Many children discover that their sketchbook becomes one of their favorite parts of Dazzle's Color Quest. It is a place where every idea is welcomed, every question can be explored, and every Creative Quest has a story to tell.
Frequently asked questions
Child-Choice Every Day
Every visit begins with an Invitation.
An Invitation is a short introduction that encourages artists to notice something new—a famous artist, an interesting technique, an unusual material, or a creative idea to explore. Every artist receives the same Invitation before beginning their own Creative Quest.
Then the Creative Quest becomes your child's own.
Each artist chooses:
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Which Creative Zone to explore
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What to create
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Which Creative Tools to use
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Whether to continue an artwork they've already started or begin something completely new
These choices are intentional.
Every decision gives children another opportunity to think independently, solve problems, try new ideas, and discover what inspires them. Along the way, they learn that there isn't just one way to create.
Some artists spend several weeks developing one idea, adding new discoveries with each visit. Others enjoy exploring something new every time they come to the studio. Both paths are valuable because every Creative Quest is unique.
By making meaningful choices every week, children develop confidence in their own ideas and learn to trust themselves as creative thinkers. Those are skills that continue to benefit them long after they leave the studio.
The after-school art membership is amazing! I highly recommend it to any parent looking to inspire their children through creativity. Thank you Ms. Cox for all the support you give the kids !
Berenice G., Parent of members
Emilie I., After-School Parent
What's Included with Your Membership?
Every Membership includes everything your child needs to fully enjoy Dazzle's Color Quest. There are no supply lists, no hidden fees, and no extra purchases required along the way.
🎨 Every Month
Your child will enjoy:
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Four one-hour studio visits each month
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Weekly Invitations that inspire every Creative Quest
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Unlimited access to all four Creative Zones during every visit
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All Creative Tools and art materials provided
Everything is prepared and waiting, so your child can spend their time imagining, exploring, creating, and growing.
🌈 Dazzle's Color Quest
Every Member becomes part of Dazzle's Color Quest—a year-long creative adventure that celebrates imagination, perseverance, and personal growth.
Your child will receive:
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A White Rank Pin on their very first visit
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Color Rank Pins as new Color Ranks are earned
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A Color Quest Certificate celebrating each new Color Rank
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Opportunities to earn Creative Badge stickers in every Creative Zone
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A Dazzle's Color Quest Passport to celebrate milestones throughout their Creative Quest
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Ongoing goal tracking as they grow through the four Creative Superpowers
Every achievement celebrates your child's individual progress—not competition with others.
📖 Celebrating Growth
Every Member receives a personal studio sketchbook for each school year.
Throughout the year, your child's sketchbook becomes a place to collect ideas, experiment with new techniques, plan future creations, and reflect on their artistic discoveries. As the pages fill, they'll be able to see how much they've grown in both creativity and confidence.
Their Creative Quest is celebrated through Color Ranks, Creative Badges, and the memories they create along the way.
❤️ Peace of Mind for Parents
You can enroll with confidence knowing your child will enjoy:
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Small group classes
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A warm, welcoming studio where every artist is greeted by name
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Child-choice, open-ended art experiences
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A licensed teacher with more than 30 years of teaching experience
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A thoughtfully prepared studio with all Creative Tools and materials included
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Our Happiness Guarantee
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Every Membership is designed to help children grow in confidence, independence, imagination, communication, and creative problem-solving while becoming part of a creative community where every artist is known, encouraged, and celebrated.
Your Membership is more than art classes. It's a year-long Creative Quest where your child is encouraged to imagine, explore, create, and grow.
Our Happiness Guarantee
Choosing an after-school program is an important decision, and every child deserves to be in a place where they feel excited to learn, create, and belong.
That's why every new artist begins with a full Membership and the confidence of our Happiness Guarantee.
Your child will enjoy four studio visits and experience Dazzle's Color Quest just as every Adventure Member does—participating in our daily Invitations, exploring the Creative Zones, beginning their Creative Quest, and becoming part of the studio community.
If, after those first four visits, you decide that Art Cart Kids isn't the right fit for your child or your family, simply let us know before your next monthly payment is due. We'll personally cancel your Adventure Membership for you with no hard feelings.
Our hope is that your child will discover a place where they feel inspired, encouraged, and excited to return each week. If not, we'll be grateful you gave Art Cart Kids a try and wish your family all the best.
Because every child deserves to find a place where they can truly imagine, explore, create, and belong.
Begin Your Child's Creative Quest
Crow's Nest Elementary families have a unique opportunity to make after-school creativity simple and convenient.
With a completed additional bus assignment request form, your child can ride the school bus directly to the Art Cart Kids bus stop after dismissal on Monday or Wednesday. After a short walk up the driveway to the studio, they'll join the day's Invitation before beginning their own Creative Quest in the Creative Zones. Parents simply pick up their child from Art Cart Kids at 4:45 PM.
Every new artist begins with a full Membership, where they'll receive a studio sketchbook, begin collecting Color Ranks and Creative Badges, and become part of the Dazzle's Color Quest community.
If you're looking for more than just an after-school activity—if you want your child to grow in confidence, independence, imagination, creative problem-solving, and communication while creating in a warm, welcoming environment—we'd love to welcome your family to Art Cart Kids.