Sparkle and Play the Day Away!

Birthday parties at The Art Spark are a special opportunity for your child to envision and plan a party. Each child will engage in art projects including painting, sculpting, design, and more.  We look forward to being part of your special day!
*Parties can only be held in our studio on Saturdays (10-Noon, 1-3PM or 2-4 PM) and Sundays (any time between 10:00-Noon, 1-3 PM, or 2-4 PM). 

Birthday Packages

Option 1: Creation Celebration 2 hours long $75 deposit + $30 per child (Minimum of 8 attendees OR minimum cost of $240)

Best for children ages 5-10 years old This party is centered around two projects of your child’s choice. There is a variety of different creations to choose from to fit every child’s party!  If your child would like a themed party, we can customize the two projects (chosen below) around the selected theme. Themes are optional, you do not have to choose one! Plasticware and tableware is also included in this package (includes tablecloths, plasticware, napkins, plates, and cups) in two colors of your child’s choice. **This is a drop-off style party. Our studio can only accommodate up to a certain amount of people. Parents of guests are kindly asked to drop-off their child(ren) at the party and return to pick them up at the designated time.

 Choose TWO Project Options:
-Slime Making Ages 7 and up only (You choose color + decor for slime): Slime Jar included
-Cupcake Sculptures We use model magic, learn about mixing colors + and make a cupcake creation!
-Framed Watercolor Paintings: We draw an image on watercolor paper with oil pastels or sharpie and then learn watercolor techniques to take our image to the next level! Frame included to create a mini gallery.
-Poured Painted Flowerpots: Sparklers will learn the art of paint pouring to make a beautiful terra cotta pot!
-Mixed Media Canvas Painting (8×10): Sparklers will do a series of abstract steps to create a modern-day masterpiece!

Option 2: It’s About to Glow Down $32 per child + $75 deposit 2 hours long (Minimum of 8 attendees or minimum cost of $256)

Attendees must be 6 & up Come experience The Art Spark like never before! During this party we will take you into our special GLOW room to create projects that illuminate imagination!  Choose two special projects to help this party GLOW DOWN! **This is a drop-off style party. Our studio can only accommodate up to a certain amount of people. Parents of guests are kindly asked to drop-off their child(ren) at the party and return to pick them up at the designated time.

-Glow-in-the-dark Mixed Media canvases (8×10)
-Glow-in-the-dark slime (ages 7 and up)
-Glow in the Dark Framed Watercolor Paintings
-Glow Paint Pouring

 

Birthday Schedule

Schedule

The day of the birthday we have planned to the minute! If you want to know the format of your child’s big day, read on. For easy understanding we have used a sample party time of 2-4 PM.

2:00-2:10 We play the music of your child’s choice as guests arrive. We gift each child a miniature sketchbook which they can draw in as everyone arrives. We draw with whatever material the birthday child picks. Crayons, markers, sharpies, dot markers, paint pens, etc. 
2:10-2:15 Introductions! We wish the birthday child a big “Happy Birthday” and introduce ourselves! This is helpful for anyone who might not know anyone at the party to help “break the ice.”
2:15-2:25 Project #1 Technique Instruction
2:25-2:55 Create Project #1 ! Early finishers can draw in their new sketchbooks
2:55-3:05 Project #2 Technique Instruction
3:05-3:35 Create Project #2 ! Early finishers can draw in their new sketchbooks
3:35-3:45 Wash Hands and set up food, and sing to birthday child! 
3:45-4:00 Eat food brought, collect projects, and head home

If you are interested in having your party with us:

Please email us at create@theartspark.com to confirm an available time and date. Thanks so much! 

Birthday Party Info

Birthday Party Q & A

When do you need a final headcount of attendees? Four days prior to the party, The Art spark will need a final headcount of guests. This will be the number of guests that will be paid for the day of the party. We use this number to purchase a sufficient amount of supplies for the party projects.

Parties can only be held in our studio on Saturdays or Sundays (any time 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM). 

How many children can come to the party? 20 is the maximum number of children that can attend a party at The Art Spark.

When is a good time to book a party? Our schedule tends to be more open when you book 2-3 months in advance. The latest we will book a party is 2 weeks in advance, given that we have availability.

How would it seem more like a birthday party than an actual class? We try to make the child whose birthday it is feel like the star! We choose projects that are what the birthday boy/girl would like very much and have to do with the theme that they choose (if they would like a theme). We consistently reiterate that it is his/her’s birthday. We eat cake and have drinks which also makes it much different from class.

Will the children work together or independently on their projects? For birthday parties the kids do individual projects so that they have special projects to take home that are all their own. We do team projects in class and camp to encourage working with another and communication.

Can I bring food?
Yes! You can absolutely serve food. We will use hand sanitizer or wash hands before and after based on your preference. We ask that drinks and snacks be in separate containers. (Opposed to bowls or community dishes that many hands would be reaching in.) Cupcakes, cake pops, individually wrapped goldfish, juice boxes, are all great ideas. If you would like to serve pizza, that is fine, but we ask that one of our teachers distributes.

What is the cancellation policy?  What do you do if there is bad weather? If you needed to cancel due to illness, we would need to reschedule for the next available date. Any other cancellations we would need to know two weeks in advance.  The Art Spark studio will close if weather conditions make it too dangerous to drive.  We close if Cincinnati Public Schools close.

Where is your studio located? The Art Spark studio is located at 9430 Main Cincinnati, OH 45242. To find us with a GPS type in: The Art Spark: A Creative Classroom.

When is payment required? Is there a deposit? We will need the payment the day of the final headcount. We will send you an invoice where you have the option to pay with credit card, or PayPal.  

Can we bring balloons/things to decorate with? You are welcome to bring decorations for your child’s party.

Why don’t you have the birthday boy/girl open presents? The main reason we do not open presents during the party is because it is only an activity for one child. During the parties we want all the children to be engaged in fun activities as much as possible and have enough time to complete their own projects. Opening presents also takes away an unpredictable amount of time from the rest of the party. 

What types of art projects will the kids do?  Sparklers will create art projects all relevant to the theme that your child chooses. For example: At a Frozen party we may sculpt Olaf with model magic, make frozen wands, and snowy capes! For example: At a Garden party children may paint pots, plant a flower, and paint a garden from his/her imagination! For example: At a Superhero Party children could make masks and watches that give them special powers!

Which teachers will be at the party? Miss Karley and Miss Abby! You can read about the on our About Us page!

Can parents stay at the party? We prefer to have drop-off parties because some parents tend to try to over-help the kids with their project and we really would like the kids to be able to work independently and create something entirely their own. It’s totally fine if a parent would like to stay, but when there’s a lot it can be chaotic. It is also a small space to try to squeeze all the parents into. If you are the parents of the birthday boy/girl, we would love for you to stay and take photos and experience your child’s party! If grandparents or other family of the birthday boy/girl would like to stay they are welcome as well.

We hope that answers some of your questions! If you have more questions, do not hesitate to e-mail  us! Thank You!

If you have further questions, do not hesitate to contact us.

Our Location

Directions coming from Montgomery Road North exit off Ronald Reagan: 

  • Continue on Montgomery Road going North (you will go past Stone Creek & Montgomery Inn)
  • Turn Right on Remington Road
  • Turn Left onto Loveland-Madeira Road
  • Turn Right onto Main.
  • Continue until Main “dead ends” and turn left to park in the upper grass lot.
  • We are located next to Corner Coffee Cafe in Symmes Township!

The Art Spark Location

 

*Please send us an email to confirm a party date, a headcount estimate, and time BEFORE filling out the form. Availability is limited.  We are currently completely booked August and September 2023.  Thanks!

 


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