Once upon a sunny day in the enchanting state of South Carolina, a league of extraordinary children gathered for an exciting mission of creativity and fun - Pottery! South Carolina, or as our cool imaginary friend, Cap'n Quirk calls it, "The Land of Smiling Faces and Beautiful Places," is a magical realm filled with stunning beaches, majestic mountains, and charming small towns. Cap'n Quirk, a tiny, green alien with three eyes, a rainbow-colored beard, and a quirky sense of humor, presides over this delightful gathering. Each weekend, Cap'n Quirk, aboard his spaceship made of sweet potatoes - because, why not? - flies down to South Carolina to inspire the kids to shape and mold clay into fantastic creations. These kids aren't just any kids, oh no! They are the superhero potters of South Carolina, wielding their pottery wheels like shields and their sculpting tools like swords, ready to battle the boring and bring creativity to life! With a cheeky wink of his three eyes and a flick of his rainbow beard, Cap'n Quirk commands, "Unleash your imagination, brave potters!" Mud flies, laughter rings out, and the children’s faces light up brighter than a Carolina sunrise. Together, they create everything from giggle-inducing gnome homes to impossible towering castles with curly slides for the resident dragon. Their youthful enthusiasm and spirit are as infectious as Cap'n Quirk's love for sweet potato fries. Yes, South Carolina is more than just a place; it’s a state of mind where fun, creativity, and laughter are the order of the day! So, buckle up and get ready, because in this world of whimsical pottery, life is clay-tastically good!
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
Are you looking for a creative outlet for your children? Look no further! Our selection of unfinished pottery offers endless possibilities for your little one to express their artistic side. Choose from hundreds of styles, then apply the design and paint. We’ll handle the glazing and firing. In no time at all, your child’s work of art will be ready to take home and proudly display. We also offer more structured classes for kids and adults in drawing, canvas painting, clay handbuilding, mosaics and glass fusing. Our experienced instructors will provide the assistance needed for your child to develop their artistic skills. So, come join us and let your child’s imagination and creativity run wild!