The Creative Corner with Mrs. Diaz

03/16/2026

I love teaching because I get to witness students discover who they are through creativity. In the art room, children who may feel quiet or

03/12/2026

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We’re getting ready for a fun day of painting, building, and creating with recycled materials for Eco Art Day on April 18! 🌎🎨

Our artists will be turning everyday recyclables into imaginative works of art. To make it happen, we’re collecting a few clean materials.

If you have any of the following at home, we would love your help:
• Cardboard boxes (all sizes)
• Cereal boxes
• Cardboard egg cartons
• Paper towel or toilet paper rolls (uncut)
• Clean plastic bottles (no ridges)
• Newspaper

Donations can be brought to Quincy Art Room 101--in advance.

Thank you for helping our young artists create while caring for the planet! ♻️✨
— Mrs. Diaz

03/04/2026

I had the absolute joy of leading a Daddy Daughter Paint Night at Christ the King Elementary — and let me tell you… there is something powerful about watching dads lean all the way into creativity.

We painted side-by-side. We mixed colors. We laughed at “oops” moments. We focused hard on tiny details. And at one point, I looked around the room and saw fathers completely zoomed in on their canvases — tongues out in concentration, sleeves rolled up, daughters guiding them on color choices. It was the sweetest role reversal.

I provided the full lesson, supply and setup recommendations, a sneak peek video to help everyone feel confident walking in, example pieces for inspiration, designed the flyers, and even brought a raffle art gift box to add a little sparkle to the evening. But the real magic? That belonged to the families.

There’s something beautiful about watching a dad ask,
“Do you like this blue?”
and a daughter respond,
“Try adding a little more white.”

That’s connection. That’s memory-making. That’s art doing what it does best.

A heartfelt thank you to Mr. Mize at Mize Art Studio for the referral and to the wonderful community at Christ the King for welcoming me in. I felt appreciated, supported, and trusted to guide such a meaningful experience.

These are the kinds of spaces I love creating — where creativity becomes the engine for bonding, confidence, and joy.

Looking forward to more evenings like this. 💙
More dads. More daughters. More paint on sleeves.

02/26/2026

♻️ Trash to Treasure? We call it ART.

Join us for our March Kids Art Workshop where creativity meets sustainability. Young artists will transform found objects and recycled papers into bold mixed-media works that celebrate imagination and craftsmanship.

This isn’t just gluing things down — it’s learning how to design, construct, and create with purpose.

Select pieces demonstrating exceptional craftsmanship will be invited to showcase in an upcoming art show. ✨

Ages 6–11 (must complete a year of kindergarten)
Details + enrollment:
https://www.thecreativecornerwithmrsdiaz.com/enroll

02/24/2026

We had a bot-load of fun this February! 🤖💜

This month at Creative Corner, our young artists were inspired by 'Robot in Love' by T. L. McBeth--a children's book about a robot that falls in love with a toaster. That got the room filled with laughs.

We explored character design, texture, chalk pastel techniques, and of course… lots and lots of hearts.

These artists built their own love-bots from imagination — powered by creativity and a whole lot of joy. 💕

Want to see more of what we’ve been creating?
View our kids art gallery here:
https://www.thecreativecornerwithmrsdiaz.com/gallery

Ready to join us next month?
Book a class here:
https://www.thecreativecornerwithmrsdiaz.com/enroll

Where kids fall in love with being creative. 💜✨

02/10/2026

Let your child fall in love with being creative 💛

Join us for an art workshop where kids will explore color, imagination, and self-expression in a fun, welcoming space. This isn’t about perfection — it’s about discovering the joy of making art and building confidence through creativity.

Hearts, paint, laughter, and lots of creative freedom included. We’d love to create with your young artist!

02/03/2026

There is something powerful about giving children time to create.

Saturday workshops at The Creative Corner with Mrs. Diaz are designed to be calm, skill-building, and welcoming to both returning and new young artists.

If you have been thinking about enrolling your child, this is a wonderful time to join us.

View the upcoming schedule and register here:
👉 www.thecreativecornerwithmrsdiaz.com

Thank you for supporting a space where creativity is taken seriously.

Mrs. Diaz 🎨

12/16/2025

🎄✨ Holiday Magic at The Creative Corner ✨🎄

This season, our young artists have been busy creating festive, one-of-a-kind holiday artwork at The Creative Corner Kids Art Workshop — and we couldn’t be more proud of them. 💚🎨

From painting and collage to mixed media explorations, each piece reflects imagination, effort, and the joy of creating with their own hands. These workshops are about more than art — they’re about confidence, creative problem-solving, and giving kids a space to express themselves.

As we wrap up the year, we’re already looking ahead to 2026 and new opportunities for Topeka kids to create, explore, and grow through art. If your child loves drawing, painting, or trying new materials, we’d love to welcome them in the new year.

🖌️ Saturday Kids Art Workshops
👧🧒 Ages 6–11
📌$25.00
📍 North Topeka
🎨 Small groups • hands-on projects • student-centered learning

✨ Booking information and upcoming sessions for 2026 can be found on the website.

Thank you to our families for supporting the arts and for celebrating your children’s creativity with us. Your kids truly inspire everything we do. 💫

👉 www.thecreativecornerwithmrsdiaz.com

12/10/2025

🎨✨ Kids Art Workshop – Look at This Week’s Masterpieces! ✨🎨

Our young artists absolutely shined this past Saturday (Dec. 6)! We explored texture, color blending, and layering to create these magical hanging ornament artworks. Each piece was full of personality and creativity — I’m so proud of what they made! ❤️

📅 Up Next: Saturday, December 13
This weekend we’ll be creating Holiday Trees using mixed media, found textures, and a sprinkle of imagination. It’s the perfect festive project to get kids into the holiday spirit while building fine-motor skills and creative confidence.

🌲✨ Spots are limited — reserve your child’s seat today!
If your kiddo loves hands-on art and seasonal projects, this is a great one to join.

👉 Book here: https://www.thecreativecornerwithmrsdiaz.com/enroll

Thank you to all the families for supporting these workshops — it means the world to me and it’s been such a joy getting to know your amazing young artists. 💛

See you Saturday for Holiday Trees! 🌲💚

11/26/2025

🎨✨ Great News, Creative Corner Families! ✨🎨
Our enrollment page has officially been updated — and all those little glitches have been fixed! 🛠️💖

You can now book Saturday Kids Art Workshops for January through May 2026 right on the website. 🎉 Whether your young artist loves painting, drawing, or mixed media, there’s a workshop ready to spark their imagination.

✨ Don’t forget! December 2025 workshops are still happening, and they’re a fun way to wrap up the year with creativity and color.

And… keep an eye out 👀 — Summer Art Workshops will be announced soon!

Visit the site to check out the brand-new schedule and reserve your child’s spot for the upcoming months.
Can’t wait to create with your kiddos! 🧡🎨