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The Sprouted Canvas Experience
At Sprouted Canvas, we believe children flourish when given space to explore the natural world through mindful creativity. Our nature-based art programs invite children toddler-aged through 12 years old to disconnect from screens and reconnect with their innate curiosity and imagination.
Through guided outdoor exploration, thoughtful art-making with natural materials, and age-appropriate mindfulness practices, children develop deeper connections with nature, themselves, and their creative potential.
Each Sprouted Canvas experience is carefully designed to inspire wonder, foster environmental stewardship, and nurture self-expression in Rhode Island's beautiful natural settings.
Our Programs
Pop-Up Nature Art Adventures
Explorations at locations across Rhode Island where children discover the artistic potential of the natural world. Each adventure includes nature exploration, mindfulness moments, and creative expression using natural materials and art supplies.
For ages 4-12 | 2-hour sessions | Various locations across Rhode Island
School & Library Programs
Bringing nature-inspired creativity directly to educational settings across Rhode Island. Our programs support both academic learning and social-emotional development through seasonal explorations and artistic expression.
For schools, libraries, and more | Custom packages available
Our Approach
Every Sprouted Canvas experience is built around three core elements:
Nature Connection: Children explore the natural world with all their senses, discovering patterns, materials, and inspiration.
Artistic Expression: Using both natural elements and art materials, children transform their observations and experiences into meaningful creative works.
Mindful Awareness: Simple, age-appropriate mindfulness practices help children slow down, notice details, and fully engage with their surroundings and creative process.
Upcoming Events
Sunday, May 4 | Nature Portraits for Mom
This special pre-Mother's Day program combines nature exploration, mindfulness, and creative expression to help children create meaningful portrait gifts for their mothers using natural materials and paint on canvas. 🎨🍃
Designed for children ages 3 to 7 years old, this 90-minute program will bring children together for an open-field nature walk and creation of art on canvas.
Registration is $25 per child, which includes art canvas and use of art supplies. Limited to 12 children.
The program will take place at Goddard Park in East Greenwich, RI. The exact meeting place and additional details to be provided after registration is confirmed.
Please note: We respect nature! For the open-field walk, children will have the opportunity to gather loose items from the ground to use for their portraits; we will not be plucking items that are rooted.
This event is not affiliated with or hosted by the park.
Sunday, May 4
9:00-10:30am
Goddard Park, East Greenwich, RI
$25
June 5 & 8 | Summer Awakening: Mindful Nature Connection
Join Sprouted Canvas for a 60-minute workshop where children will connect with nature's summer transition through guided mindfulness practices and creative expression. Our program emphasizes sensory awareness and meaningful nature connection, with art serving as a reflective tool.
Highlights:
Engage in mindful nature observation through sight, smell, and touch
Create personalized nature-inspired rock paintings
Learn practical mindfulness skills
Participate in sensory-rich exploration stations
Sessions to choose from:
Thursday, June 5 | Toddlers
Sunday, June 8 | Ages 3-8
Details:
Time: 10:30-11:30am
Location: Outdoor space on the East Side of Providence, RI (actual location to be shared when registration is confirmed)
Cost: $15
Advanced registration is required. Registration closes Tuesday, June 3.
This event is not affiliated with or hosted by the the city of Providence or the State of Rhode Island.
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