Express Yourself Studios Introduces Meaningful New Art Collections and Virtual Programs

Express Yourself Studios proudly announces two new impactful art collections available online:

• Crown Resistance: A fine art print celebrating themes of Black fatherhood, dignity, and resilience.
• Ink & Impact Poster Series: A compelling series combining vibrant illustrations with thought-provoking social commentary, ideal for creative spaces, classrooms, and workplaces.

Both collections are accessible through the online shop.

June Creative Projects
Express Yourself Studios invites everyone to explore creativity this month through thoughtfully designed projects reflecting themes of family, freedom, and pride:

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Father’s Day Collage Project: “Words We Live By”
​Create a mixed-media collage using family photos and affirming words layered over an expressive background. It’s a meaningful way to honor father figures and the values they represent.

Materials Needed:

• Black-and-white family photo
• Colorful painted or printed background
• Cardstock or canvas panel
• Glue stick or gel medium
• Paint markers or colored pencils
• Scissors
• Printed affirmations or meaningful words

Pride Project: Radiant Self-Portraits
Explore identity and self-expression with a colorful portrait celebrating who you are and what you love.

Materials Needed:

• Watercolor paper or canvas
• Watercolors or acrylics
• Rainbow collage paper or stickers
• Mirror
• Paint markers or affirmations to include

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Juneteenth Project: Wear Your Freedom – Custom T-Shirt Design
Design a bold and symbolic shirt using a black t-shirt as your canvas to honor Juneteenth and celebrate identity, liberation, and culture.

Materials Needed:

• Black cotton t-shirt
• Fabric paints (red, green, black, yellow, white)
• Paintbrushes (assorted sizes)
• Chalk or white fabric pencil
• Cardboard insert
• Stencils or masking tape (optional)
• Fabric medium or iron (for setting)

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Get the full instructions for all projects here.

Upcoming Community Workshops (Mobile and Virtual):
Express Yourself Studios continues to offer engaging workshops at various community locations across New Jersey:

• June 18: Youth Juneteenth Tote Bag Painting, Livingston Public Library
• July 8: Artful Connections Workshop, YES Program, Elizabeth
• July 15: Pottery Workshop, Verona Public Library
• July 16: Pottery Workshop, Brandywine Summit
• July 26: Painting Workshop, North Stelton AME Church
• July 29: Youth Pottery Workshop, Union Public Library
• July 30: Pottery Workshop, Brandywine Livingston

Current Exhibitions Featuring Simone Anthony-Brown:

• Not a Threat I exhibited in Another Slice of Sweet Potato Pie at Atrium Gallery, Morristown, NJ, from May 16 to September 19 (Reception June 19).
• Visions in Color One displayed as part of the Arts Council of Livingston’s 2025 Bench Project, Livingston, NJ, through September.

Virtual Creative Opportunities:

• 4th Sunday Virtual Painting Sessions: Monthly online guided painting experiences.
• Corporate & Private Virtual Workshops: Tailored creative events designed for team-building and private groups.
• Mobile Art Birthday Parties: Engaging and artistic celebrations brought directly to your event.

Express Yourself Studios remains committed to fostering creativity and connection through accessible virtual and mobile artistic experiences.

For more information, visit Express Yourself Studios.