 As we step into a new year, Express Yourself Studios begins 2026 grounded in purpose, collaboration, and the belief that art has the power to bring people together in meaningful ways.
This year, we continue our work as a mobile arts organization—partnering with libraries, schools, community groups, and civic organizations to create accessible, welcoming spaces for creative expression across New Jersey. From pottery and painting to collage and community artmaking, our programs are designed to support reflection, connection, and learning through hands-on experiences. Art as Service: MLK Day Mini Mural Project in LivingstonWe are honored to share that Express Yourself Studios will participate in Livingston’s 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service by leading a community art project titled “Pieces of the Dream.” Taking place on Monday, January 19, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Livingston Senior Community Center, the MLK Day Mini Mural Project invites families and community members to create individual 8” x 8” canvases inspired by Dr. King’s teachings on unity, hope, service, and belonging. Each canvas will serve as a “tile” in a larger collaborative artwork--“Pieces of the Dream: Livingston’s Community Mural”—which will be publicly displayed throughout February. The project is facilitated by Simone Anthony-Brown, Founder of Express Yourself Studios, and a member of the Livingston Committee for Diversity and Inclusion (LCDI). Designed as an intergenerational, welcoming activity, all materials are provided, and participation is free to the community. This initiative continues a long-standing tradition. Since 2008, Express Yourself Studios has used art to honor Dr. King’s legacy—previously through the annual workshop “Celebrate Dr. King: Explore the Dream Through Art” in Maplewood. The Mini Mural Project carries that work forward in a new, collaborative format aligned with Livingston’s broader Day of Service. Art, in this context, becomes a shared language—one that invites participation, reflection, and collective responsibility. Art in the Community: Where We’ll Be in Early 2026 As we begin the year, we’re excited to share where Express Yourself Studios will be bringing art programs in the months ahead. Registration for each program is handled directly through the host organization. January
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Looking Ahead As we move through 2026, Express Yourself Studios remains committed to creating thoughtful, inclusive art experiences that meet people where they are—physically, creatively, and emotionally. If you represent a school, library, senior center, community organization, or civic group interested in partnering with us, we welcome the opportunity to collaborate. Art is how we gather. Art is how we reflect. Art is how we build community—together. For more information contact Express Yourself Studios. Comments are closed.
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AuthorSimone Anthony-Brown is the founder of Express Yourself Studios, an artist, and a passionate advocate for creativity in everyday life. With over 16 years of experience running her New Jersey based studio, Simone has inspired countless individuals through art workshops, community events, and her own mixed media artwork. Archives
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