April Scott
(Founder/Educator)
April began her art journey at the young age of 13. After seeing her first piece on the wall in 8th grade, she never turned back. At 16, April taught her first art class and knew this was who she was born to be.
My Story
Currently, I travel all over California to teach camp/group workshops and private classes in locations such as Orange County, Los Angeles, Long Beach, San Diego, Oakland, Carmel and Sonoma. I am also developing a traveling workshop to work with more communities in the U.S. and abroad. At Artistry Park, we give back what we have learned to the community. For 20+ years I have been a multidisciplinary mix media artist combining techniques such as wood burning, painting, drawing, carving and sketching. My goal is to create a permanent space for my local community and provide free workshops for young people. The most important thing at Artistry Park is for people to have a safe place for healing and expression through creativity. The community, especially the youth, deserve to be exposed to creative enrichment. It shows them that they have choices and can be anything they want to be.
Contact
I'm always looking for commissions, curator/production work, features, art residency, grants, and private events.
Let's connect!
Iwalani Music
(Co-Founder/Educator)
Iwalani is a reputable music artist who began her exciting musical voyage in 2004. Since then, she's used constant collaboration and experimental sound exploration to shape the signature sound that echoes with her unique inspiration.
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Iwalani is a skilled songwriter, compelling beat producer, dynamic live performer and exciting music teacher.
Iwalani has performed at many venues, events festivals and schools in Northern and Southern California.
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In the creative world, there’s no standing still. Iwalani is constantly striving to evolve with the purpose of offering something unique and devoted to her community.
My Story
PRONOUNCED /ee-wah-la-nee/
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Hello everyone, I'm a performing musician, artist, music producer & educator. I have been an early childhood music educator for over 15 years. I often play guitar and sing vocals with a live band for performances. I am a music producer and love making beats and have a love for songwriting. I enjoy writing and performing music for families with early learners.
My mission is to inspire confidence in children and adults through creative expression. I have a love for performance art and have graced the stages of many venues, events and festivals in Northern and Southern California.
My goal is to always inspire positivity, confidence and courage through music, creative projects and impactful content.
Some Interesting facts:
• Over 20 years of experience in recreational, enrichment & after-school programs for children (Pre-K & K-5)
• Studied Early Childhood Education with an emphasis on music at Foothill College
•Over 15 years of classroom teaching experience in Early Childhood Education.
•Orff Training (method for teaching music theory for early learners)
• Over 10 years of Martial Arts Training with an emphasis on youth instruction
•Current certification in adult/child CPR & First-Aid.
•Seasoned performing artist, music producer, guitarist, drummer, singer, rapper and songwriter.
•Created a music centered forest camp program for young children.
•Early childhood music teacher who provides a rich live music experience for young learners.
•Coach and mentor children to become immersed in a rich music education program
•Helps children develop a love for musical expression and nature appreciation.
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​​WHY MUSIC & MOVEMENT FOR CHILDREN?
Music and movement are so beneficial for young children!
Mindful music classes are classes that incorporate music and mindfulness practices for young children and their caregivers. These classes aim to create a nurturing and supportive environment where young children can explore and experience different sounds and rhythms while developing their cognitive, emotional, and social skills.
During these classes, caregivers and their child participate in activities such as singing, dancing, playing musical instruments, and practicing mindfulness exercises such as breathing and body awareness. These activities can help kids develop their sensory and motor skills, as well as their language and communication abilities.
The classes also aim to promote bonding and connection between caregivers and their children, as they engage in shared musical experiences and mindfulness practices together. This can help to strengthen the parent-child relationship and support the child’s emotional development.