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      • The Austin Initiative
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  • About Us
    • Our Mission
    • The Spiral Studio Method
    • Our Team
  • Programs
    • Art in Motion Pop-Ups
    • The Austin Initiative
    • Canvas & Quill
  • Bookings
  • Donate!
    • Give the Gift of Color!
    • Other Ways to Support
  • Events
  • Contact
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Media
    • Drop Us a Line!

CELEBRATE YOUR SPECIAL DAY WITH COLOR!

Our art parties turn birthdays into living, breathing bursts of creativity.


We bring everything needed for a one-of-a-kind ART studio experience: paint, supplies, joyful teaching artists, and a whole lot of imagination!


Each celebration is customizable to your child’s age, interests, and favorite creative themes — from zine-making to clay sculpting to painting.


Let’s create, celebrate, and make memories that will last far beyond the canvas!

🌀HOW IT WORKS

Every TCGC celebration is a full-service, joy-filled experience — all you do is sit back and let us put your mind at ease with our fun art-pop up!

Choose Your Package

  • Select from our Masterpiece Party, Gallery Edition, or Art in Motion Experience, each tailored to your child’s age, interests, and dream theme.

Pick Your Art Activities

  • From painting and zine-making to clay sculpting, jewelry, or even screen printing — our teaching artists curate each activity around your child’s creative world. (Pottery wheel stations are exclusive to the Art in Motion + Bespoke Experience)

We Bring the Studio to You!

  • Our team arrives 45 minutes before your event with everything: art tables, supplies, table coverings, aprons, décor, and good energy. We set up, facilitate, and clean up every bit of glitter.

Create, Celebrate, and Capture the Magic!

  • Kids dive into their art projects, parents relax and mingle, and our photographer captures every color-soaked moment. Finished masterpieces are beautifully displayed in a mini gallery or packaged to take home.
  • You supply the guests, we supply the joy, creativity, and memories that last long after the paint dries.

🚐 Booking, Travel, & Details

Booking

  • A 25% nonrefundable deposit secures your date. The remaining balance is due one week before the event.
  • Booking at least 3–4 weeks in advance is recommended to ensure preferred dates and custom project prep.

Travel Radius

  •  We bring the pop-up studio directly to your home, park, or chosen venue.
  • ✅ Complimentary travel within 15 miles of downtown Chicago
  • 🚗 $2.50 per mile travel fee beyond that radius

 

If you need a venue, we can also help book one of our partner spaces (libraries, art galleries, park district sites, or local cafés).

Setup & Cleanup

  • We arrive 45 minutes before the event for setup and stay 30–45 minutes after for cleanup.
  • You won’t need to lift a finger, just enjoy the celebration!

Event Duration

  •  Masterpiece Party: 1.5 hours total artmaking
  • Gallery Edition: 2 hours (two projects, one hour each)
  • Art in Motion Experience: 3+ hours (three stations, one hour each rotation)
     

OUR BIRTHDAY PACKAGES

The Masterpiece Party — $500

The Masterpiece Party — $500

The Masterpiece Party — $500

For small gatherings full of big imagination.

Perfect for young artists who want to explore color, texture, and play in a guided studio setting.


Includes:

  • Up to 20 children (additional participants +$10 each)
  • 1.5 hours of hands-on artmaking led by two professional facilitators (1 teaching artist + 1 assistant)
  • Choice of one art activity
  • All materials provided — paints, brushes, aprons, table coverings, and take-home artwork containers, and more!
  • Full setup and cleanup (30–45 minutes each)
  • One professionally taken group photo of all participants holding their creations to be shared with families 48-hrs after event.

The Gallery Edition — $750

The Masterpiece Party — $500

The Masterpiece Party — $500

For young artists ready to showcase their creativity! This elevated experience adds thoughtful touches that turn the party into a personal art exhibition.


Includes everything in the Masterpiece Party, plus:

  • Custom-themed art project designed around your child’s favorite interests (e.g., animals, outer space, self-portraits, superheroes)
  • choice of two art activities; 1 hour each
  • “mini gallery” display setup for finished works
  • professionally taken Digital photo recaps sent to parents 24-hrs after the event
  • Complimentary birthday keepsake for the guest of honor

The Art in Motion Experience — $1000

The Bespoke Studio Experience — Starting at $1,500

The Bespoke Studio Experience — Starting at $1,500

For families who want an immersive, studio-style Celebration that feels like a full-blown community art event - color, creativity, and joy — FULL TCGC-style!


Includes everything in the Gallery Edition, plus:

  • Themed décor and setup: balloons, signage, and custom art tables
  • Personalized birthday banner featuring the child’s name
  • Three rotating art stations of your choice (1 hour each; up to 30 kids)
    • Options include painting, clay sculpting, zine-making, jewelry, screen printing, and more
    • Pottery Wheel Station available upon request (see below)
  • Three trained facilitators for larger groups
  • Take-home gift bags for each child with art kits, themed favors, and TCGC tote bags + swag
  • Fully designed photobooth backdrop for family photos
  • Professional photographer for entire event; edited photos delivered within 72 hours

The Bespoke Studio Experience — Starting at $1,500

The Bespoke Studio Experience — Starting at $1,500

The Bespoke Studio Experience — Starting at $1,500

 When imagination has no limits, neither do we. The Bespoke Studio Experience is our ultimate celebration of creativity — a fully customizable art event designed hand-in-hand with your family to bring your child’s vision to life.


Whether you’re dreaming of a jewelry-making soirée, a glow-in-the-dark paint night, or a full studio takeover with pottery wheels and screen printing, we’ll craft an experience that’s as bold and unforgettable as your little artist.


Includes:

  • Everything from the Art in Motion Experience as your foundation
  • Personalized consultation with our Lead Teaching Artist to design theme, décor, activities, and atmosphere
  • Choice of up to three specialized stations (painting, jewelry, zines, screen printing, clay, or pottery wheel*)
  • Extended celebration time (up to 4 hours) for larger parties or family events
  • On-site event coordinator to manage setup, flow, and guest experience
  • Professional photography and highlight video reel delivered within 72 hours
     

With ANY 2 Additional Upgrades Included (listed below)

Pottery wheel stations available only with this package or the Art in Motion Experience.
This is our “blank canvas” package — perfect for milestone birthdays, family reunions, or creative celebrations that deserve something one-of-a-kind, immersive, and unforgettable.

Add-On Upgrades (Available with Any Package)

Want to make your art party even more unforgettable? Personalize your Masterpiece or Gallery party with creative enhancements that bring the fun, the flair, and the wow-factor.

🎵 Live DJ or Acoustic Musician

$150/hr

Bring the energy! Add one of our partner DJs or acoustic musicians to set the tone for your celebration — perfect for dancing, painting, and pure creative joy.

🎨 Face Painting Station (1 artist)

$140/hr

One of our professional face painters transforms faces into butterflies, tigers, fairies, and more. Expect 8–12 children per hour for standard designs; fewer if kids request full-face or elaborate detail. Additional artists can be added for larger groups or faster throughput. 

✋ Henna / Temporary Tattoo Station (1 artist)

$120/hr

Our henna artist creates small designs (strips, motifs, wrists, hands) or temporary tattoos. In one hour, they typically serve 10–12 simple designs or 6–8 more detailed hand/arm pieces. Additional artists can speed things up as needed.

🌟 Glow Paint or Neon Lighting Add-On

$100

Transform your space into a glowing art studio! We’ll add blacklights and neon-safe paints for a bright, electric twist on traditional artmaking.

🎈 Balloon Artist

$125

Add a bit of whimsical fun with a balloon artist creating custom balloon animals, hats, and designs throughout your celebration.

📸 Customized Photo Booth Props or Step-and-Repeat Banner

$100-$200

 Choose from a themed prop set with art-inspired photo accessories and signage, or upgrade to a full custom step-and-repeat banner featuring your child’s name and event theme. Both options include setup of a dedicated photo zone perfect for family and guest snapshots.

Photographer/Videographer

$300

Our videographer captures every colorful moment, edited into a short highlight reel that lets you relive the celebration forever.

Add-ons are subject to availability and may require additional setup time.

Pottery wheel stations remain exclusive to the Art in Motion Experience and Bespoke Studio Experience.

💌 Ready to Book?

Fill out our booking form! It only takes about 7-10 minutes to bring your dream art party to life! Once you hit submit, our team will reach out within 48 hours to confirm your date and start planning your celebration.

BOOK NOW!

Note: Every child deserves to celebrate creatively. Our pricing supports TCGC’s free community art programs and includes reduced rates for families receiving SNAP, SSI, or other public assistance. Please reach out — we’re happy to help make your celebration possible, no matter your budget.


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