Salamander arts

embodied & collaborative arts for kids, families & the young at heart.

Salamander Arts is a unique program focusing on collaborative and experimental art-making for kids and the young at heart.

We offer afterschool programming, family and intergenerational workshops, creating spaces for people of all ages to unwind, connect, develop their creative interests, and learn embodied mindfulness practices that support every aspect of life.

We meet in a cozy in-home studio in West Philadelphia, as well as other schools and sites around the neighborhood.

Contact us to learn more or schedule a workshop, or read below for our afterschool offerings/

“Salamander Arts provided a warm, supportive, creative environment for kids of all ages, and our 5 yr old loved it. She made friends, had a great time, and was proud of her artistic endeavors. We’d send her back in a heartbeat.”

—Parent of Nina

Fall 2025: Weaving Wilderness!

with Kenni Field
Mondays 3:30-6pm, Sept 8-Dec 22
School Pickup @ Lea & PAS

In Weaving Wilderness, we blend together the worlds of nature and crafting! Children that register for this class partake in expeditions to local parks to learn about native plants, insects and animals through the changing seasons. Back in the classroom, we construct functional and fantastical creations inspired by fall and the beginning of winter. Empower your child to learn and create with the natural world around them, sign up today!

Kenni is a Certified Trauma Informed Teaching Artist & Ceramic Artist, in their third year with Salamander Arts! They care deeply about community well-being, and utilizing creative expression as a tool for collective healing. They are a former cofounder of the 2.0 Art Collective, and have taught workshops for BIPOC femme and GNC folks throughout Philadelphia.

Enrollment Includes

Small Group Classes with individualized attention to students’ needs and interests
Highly skilled, culturally competent instructors, trained in our Salamander Arts Pedagogy highlighting Embodied Mindfulness, Creative Collaboration & Community
A cozy environment for kids to rest, connect, and create
Healthy Snacks & Homework Assistance
Fun activities that support emotional, physical, mental, and social wellbeing & development
Collaborative projects that foster relationships across age and background
Leadership opportunities for kids of all ages and abilities
Support for developmental and behavioral goals
Weekly Emails with Photos & Updates
Step-by-step instructions for Arts Based & Embodied Mindfulness Activities you can do at home
Shows and gatherings to celebrate your young artists