Start with Art

02/24/2026

Start with Art Supply Request

To keep our art space safe, healthy, and welcoming for the children we serve, we are currently in need of cleaning supplies.

Because we work closely with small children, it is very important that we regularly clean and sanitize our materials and environment to help limit the spread of germs and keep everyone safe and well.

🧽 Needed items:
• Disinfecting wipes
• Paper towels
• Multi-surface cleaner
• Hand sanitizer
• Tissues
• Trash bags
• Cordless vacuum (for quick daily cleanups between classes)

If you would like to donate or support Start with Art, please message us or drop items off at our next class/event. Every contribution helps us continue providing a safe, creative space for kids in our community. 💕

Thank you for helping us care for the little hands we serve.

02/23/2026

🌱💛 Thank You, Gilman Home Center – Wi******er!

We are incredibly grateful to our local Gilman Home Center for generously donating a gift card to support the Start with Art: Feeding Thinkers Community Garden initiative 🌿

Because of their kindness, we are able to purchase essential supplies that will help us grow fresh food, create hands-on learning opportunities for youth, and continue nurturing a space where creativity, wellness, and community come together.

This garden is more than plants, it’s about teaching children where food comes from, encouraging healthy habits, and growing something meaningful together for our community 🌼🥕

As we prepare for the growing season, we are still seeking:
🌱 Volunteers
🌱 Seeds & starter plants
🌱 Soil & compost
🌱 Gardening tools & supplies
🌱 Raised bed materials

If you’d like to be part of this beautiful community effort, we would love your support 💚

Thank you again, Gilman Home Center, for helping us grow hope, one seed at a time.

******erIndiana

02/23/2026

At Start with Art, we believe in full transparency and in creating spaces that are safe, supportive, and rooted in respect.

We recently hid a comment on one of our posts that included a personal attack. While we have removed the commenter’s name, we feel it’s important to share our response publicly, both for transparency and as a reminder that words carry weight.

Our mission is to raise awareness around mental health and the stigma surrounding it. One of the most significant challenges facing our community, especially our youth is bullying. Because of this, we hold a firm zero-tolerance stance on bullying or harmful language in any form on our platform.

As adults, we must lead by example. Our children are always watching how we speak, how we treat others, and how we show up in difficult moments. The standard we set today becomes the behavior they carry into tomorrow.

We are committed to fostering kindness, accountability, and compassion in all interactions connected to Start with Art. We can and must do better for one another.

Be kind. Be mindful. Be better humans. 💛

02/22/2026

🌱🐝 COMMUNITY SUPPLY REQUEST 🐝🌱

Start with Art needs your help!

For our upcoming FREE youth art project, children will be creating Garden Bombs (seed bombs) while learning about the vital role of pollinators like bees and butterflies in our ecosystem 🌸

To make this hands-on learning experience possible, we are looking for donations of:

🥚 Cardboard egg trays / flats (like the photo below)
The large pulp trays that hold multiple eggs as well as wildflower seeds & soil.

These trays are perfect for safely holding the garden bombs while they dry before the kids take them home to plant 🌼

♻️ If you have any to donate from farms, stores, kitchens, or deliveries, we would be incredibly grateful!

💛 Donations help us continue offering free creative programs that teach children healthy coping skills through art and nature connection.

📍 Drop-off: Start with Art
📩 Message us to arrange drop off times 🙂

Together we’re planting creativity, learning, and pollinator-friendly gardens across our community 🌻

02/22/2026

Start with Art Mental health Matters Benefit Concert !!

CALLING ALL VENDORS, CRAFTERS & FOOD TRUCKS!

Start with Art is now accepting applications for our
Mental Health Benefit Concert
📅 Saturday, July 25th, 2026
📍 Artisan Park – Union City, IN

We’re looking for amazing:
✨ Handmade vendors
✨ Artists & crafters
✨ Food trucks
✨ Community booths

This family-friendly community event will include:
🎵 Live music - John Beatrice Band & Allena Miller
🎨 Youth & Adult art show - We are looking for Artists
🧠 Mental health speakers
🎪 Bounce house & activities - Wes & Wyndsor Event Rentals & Bee Wings & Fuzzy Things
🎁 Raffles & more

💛 All proceeds support Start with Art’s mission
teaching children healthy coping skills through art and creative expression.

👉 Vendor spots are limited - apply today!
Scan the QR code on the flyer or message us for details.

Let’s come together to support youth mental health through creativity

Please Like, Share & invite others to our Event ❤️

02/21/2026

Today we had an incredible class with Naylor Nursery and Skulls, where participants explored the art and science of casting with concrete. What made this session especially powerful was how deeply we were able to connect creativity with understanding, learning not just what to make, but how and why materials behave the way they do.

Lisa guided us through the fascinating world of concrete, emphasizing the importance of texture in casting and how surface details come to life through careful material choices and preparation. We explored how different concrete mixes affect the final result, and which types work best for detailed artistic projects versus structural forms.

Beyond the artistic process, we also learned about the science behind concrete, how minerals, aggregates, water, and heat interact in a chemical reaction that transforms a soft mixture into a solid, durable cast. Understanding how curing temperature, moisture, and composition influence strength and detail helped everyone see concrete in a whole new way.

Anytime we have a class with Lisa, it becomes more than an art experience, it’s an exploration of how things work. Participants leave not only with a beautiful handmade piece, but with knowledge about materials, processes, and the hidden science that makes creativity possible.

We’re so grateful for partnerships like this that deepen learning and spark curiosity in our community.

To learn more about us or how to donate please visit:
Indianastartwithart.org

02/21/2026

Goodluck Lady Bears !!!
Monroe Central Jr.-Sr. High School 💛🤎💛🤎💛🤎

02/20/2026

We still have openings !! Message our page to reserve your spot !!! Tomorrow 2pm

Concrete Casting Workshop at Start With Art!

Have you ever wanted to learn how to cast objects in concrete? Now’s your chance!

Join us as we explore the basics of concrete casting and create your own unique piece. Whether you love natural textures like leaves or bold statement pieces like skull planters, this class will walk you through the process step-by-step.

Start With Art
105 North Meridian, Wi******er, IN

📅 February 21st
⏰ 2:00–3:30 PM

For adults and older children
Wear old clothes (it might get messy!)

We are so excited to partner with Naylor Nursery and Skulls for this creative experience. Spots are limited, so be sure to sign up using the QR code on the flyer or use this link below !!

https://pci.jotform.com/form/253293130823149

Let’s get creative and try something new together 💛

******erIN

02/20/2026

We are so incredibly thankful to Heart of Indiana United Way for their generous donation of art supplies to support our Tiny Hands program. From books and crayons to paper, clay, beads, stamps, and so much more, this wide range of materials will help us create meaningful, hands-on experiences for our youngest learners.

Because of their support, we’re able to strengthen our focus on early literacy, fine and gross motor skill development, and encouraging children to communicate, explore, and connect with others through creative expression. These tools don’t just make art possible, they help build confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning from the very start.

We are deeply grateful to partner with an organization that believes in investing in our children and our community. 💛

To learn more about us or how to donate please visit:
Indianastartwithart.org

02/19/2026

We had a wonderful and productive meeting with Mayor Spence of Union City as we finalized the last-minute details for our upcoming Start with Art Mental health Matters Benefit Concert on July 25, 2026. We are so grateful for the city’s support and shared commitment to creating meaningful opportunities that promote connection, healing, and well-being in our community.

As we prepare for this special event, we are currently seeking vendors, food trucks, and local organizations who would like to join us in making the day vibrant, welcoming, and impactful. This concert is more than an evening of music, it’s a chance for our community to come together, raise awareness around mental health, and provide families with access to valuable local resources.

If your business or organization is interested in participating, we would love to hear from you. Your presence helps strengthen the network of support available to individuals and families across our region.

Together, we can create a powerful day of music, unity, and hope.

02/19/2026

Our 2026 Sponsorship Wall Has Begun! 🌿

We’re proud to share the start of our Sponsorship Wall. A growing tribute to the businesses and community partners who make our mission possible. Each leaf has been beautifully laser-engraved by Naylor Nursery and Skulls, and every leaf represents a committed 2026 sponsor supporting Start with Art and the youth we serve.

This wall is more than décor, it’s a living symbol of community generosity and belief in the power of art to heal, teach, and transform young lives painted by Art By Mikell ❤️

If your business would like to become a 2026 sponsor, we would love to connect with you. Your support goes directly into our programming, helping us provide meaningful art experiences, mental health–focused activities, and creative opportunities for children and teens in our community.

Start with Art is 100% volunteer-run.There are zero paid employees, which means every donation stays right here, fueling supplies, classes, events, and outreach for the youth we serve.

To learn more about becoming a sponsor, please reach out to us anytime.Together, we are growing something beautiful, one leaf at a time. 🌿

To learn more about our sponsorship opportunities please visit:

https://www.indianastartwithart.org/sponsors/