Hands-on art instruction from local artists.

Memphis Artist Series

Whether it is a coloring sheet added to your refrigerator or a canvas on the wall, there is nothing like displaying your child’s masterpiece in your home. But art goes deeper than that. It helps develop creativity, curiosity, critical thinking and self-confidence.

In addition to the multiple art stations in the Art and Innovation Lab, children can learn from local artists from the Mid-South area through our Memphis Artist Series.

Guest artists design a daily in-house project that is staff-driven. However, there are scheduled dates when the artist will be on campus and can interact with, encourage, teach and inspire children as they complete the project together under the watchful eye of the featured artist.

Featured Artist: Alexis Miché

Drawing inspiration from Dolly Parton’s beloved book, “Coat of Many Colors,” Alexis invites children to explore textures, vibrant fabric swatches and sparkling embellishments as they express a favorite quote. In addition to this daily art activity, Alexis will be on campus to give one-on-one instructions on select dates in the Art and Innovation Lab:

• Wednesday,  June 24 at 12 p.m.
• Saturday, July 18 at 2 p.m.
• Sunday, July 26 at 2:30 p.m.

Be a part of this fun project now through July 27, 2026.