☀️ Soak Up the Last Weeks of Summer!
Whether you’re looking for a fun afternoon activity, a creative midweek outing, or just a cool break from the heat, you’re welcome here! We have art clubs, playgroups and drop-in Open Studio, for ages 18 months-10 years old.
And, as always, you can register for a class just 60 minutes prior!
Tuesday Afternoons: Art Club 4:30pm-5:30pm (Drop-Off)
Ages 5–10 $30
Kids unwind and dive into a playful project each week, building confidence and having fun as we guide them through a variety of materials & techniques.
Wednesday Afternoons: Open Studio 3pm-5pm (With Adult)
Ages 3–10 $15/art-maker
No signup needed! Arrive when you like, create at your own pace with our inspiring art invitations, then play for a while. It's the perfect midweek break!
Friday Mornings: Playgroup 9:30am-11am (With Adult)
Ages 18 months–5 years $40
Socialization & playtime? Age-appropriate art w/no cleanup? Sensory play? Snack & Story? Yes, please!
Saturday Mornings: Family Art Class 10am-11am (With Adult)
Ages 2–8 $30
Start your weekend off with this guided class that blends process art with play in a way that brings the whole family together.
Save money with our class packs and sibling discounts! Click the button below to learn more!
Explore art together.
Find your groove.
Welcome to Bright Day Studio!
Located at 14 E. Lancaster Avenue in Paoli, PA, we’re a cozy, colorful space where kids can explore the joy of art through open-ended projects and playful creative invitations.
At Bright Day Studio, the focus isn’t on perfection — it’s about curiosity, experimentation, and the process of making. We nurture imagination, build confidence, and create space for kids to connect, unwind, and just be themselves.
With small group sizes (fewer than 10 children), every child gets the personal attention and encouragement they need to thrive.
We offer a range of enriching programs for ages 18 months to 10 years, including:
🎨 Art classes
✂️ Camps & playgroups
🎉 Birthday parties
🖌️ Open Studio days
💫 Special events & seasonal pop-ups
Come join the fun — and let your child’s creativity shine! Spots fill quickly, so sign up today!
Process Art
At Bright Day Studio, we love process art — the kind of art that’s all about the experience, not just the finished product. We believe that when kids are free to explore materials, follow their curiosity, and make their own creative choices, they gain so much more than just art skills.
That said, we don’t do only process art. Many of our projects weave in techniques, tools, and themes that help build artistic skills — but always in a way that leaves room for personal expression and playful discovery.
We offer a thoughtful balance of structure and freedom so kids can:
Try new materials without pressure
Develop confidence in their ideas
Make art that’s meaningful to them
FAQs
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Process art focuses on the act of creating rather than following steps to produce identical pieces. It encourages exploration, creative expression, risk-taking, problem-solving, following instincts and the pursuit of flow. Each piece of artwork may be vastly different.
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Developmentally appropriate techniques, art vocabulary and some art history will be woven into our sessions. If you are looking for advanced art instruction, I highly recommend the Wayne Art Center or The Mainline Art Center.
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Yes, of course! Sensory play is fun for all ages, but is especially important for younger children, as it allows them to explore & learn about their world, build hand strength and coordination for handwriting and fosters creative exploration.
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Due to the difficulty of coordinating makeup classes, we are unable to provide make-up sessions or refunds for missed classes. We appreciate your commitment to attending classes as scheduled to ensure the best experience for everyone.
Community Partners
The Paoli Library is a gem tucked in next to the Wells Fargo Bank in Paoli. Bright Day Studio offers monthly process art classes at the library, which are free for the community.
The Easttown Library is an amazing library located in Berwyn. Bright Day Studio teaches process art classes for elementary-aged children there, which are free for the community.
Lolo Leo is a wonderful bilingual playschool located two doors down, in Paoli. Bright Day Studio teaches art enrichment classes at Lolo Leo.
Barre 3 is a fitness studio located just a few minutes down the road, near Handel’s. Stay tuned to hear more about our exciting upcoming collaboration offering parents a Barre3 class while their kids get creative with us at Bright Day Studio.
The Malvern Library is a vibrant, newly renovated library in the township building next to Burke Park. Bright Day Studio holds monthly process art classes there, which are free to the community.
The Berwyn Farmer’s Market is a lively market located next to Handel’s Ice Cream. Bright Day Studio provides free children’s activities and sells some of our studio favorites, like art kits and paint sticks!
The Malvern Farmer’s Market is a bustling market that takes place right in Burke Park. Bright Day Studio offers free art children’s activities and sells some of our studio favorites, like art kits and paint sticks!