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by Matthew Ceccato, published on January 12, 2010 at 6:22 PM

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Imagine being a child in a world with endless possibilities for creativity. Welcome to Art Beast, an art studio for children located at 2226 K St.

Children of all ages are encouraged to act, paint, color, play and dream inside the sacred walls of Art Beast. Parents and adults feel like the visitors in this magical world. The Art Beast contains three floors and a basement perfect for letting your child's creativity run wild.

"Everything is here in this building," grandma Rose Orlandi said as she watched her two grandchildren ages 4 and 2. "Clay. Sand. Paint. They have it all and I don't have to worry about getting it on my carpet. Where else can I play too?"

Different floors are dedicated to different activities. The basement contains the play room. Inside is a magical world of space capsules, forts and a stage. Children are encouraged to interact with the different props. The second floor is where most art takes place. Easels and sandboxes are scattered throughout, tables with crafts highlight the center of the room. Each day a new craft is designed to entertain and educate children. The third floor is the studio. Highlighted by a wall of windows, children and their adults can dance or stretch in class settings.

"This is a unique place in Sacramento to uncover my child's creative side," dad Jacob Helmar said. "I also get to do it with him. As an artist, that important for me to spend quality, creative time with my son Otto."

That's how everyone feels once they cross the doorway. A bad work week, bad weather or just a bad day all ends once you enter the Art Beast. Parents are encouraged to participate in all activities and classes. The Art Beast is not just an opportunity to allow your child's imagination to grow, but an environment that helps build the foundation for a healthy, loving family.

A few classes include:

Yoga and Creative Movement is a class offered from 10-10:30 am on Mondays. This class encourages the movement of children through dance and yoga.

Beastie Song Circle is offered at 11am on Thursdays. This class is a chance for all ages to sing and dance as their heart wishes.

Storybook Art and Fingerplay is offered from 10:30- 11:15 am on Fridays. Children and adults use songs to convey classic children stories.

For a complete class list, visit the Art Beast website.
 

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