Outside the Box - c2014

Here, our neon-paint-on-black-canvas kit and mini-canvas kit are being put to the test! Look at the beautiful work being created by these two artists.

In honor of his birthday this past weekend, here's a great quote from Pablo Picasso: "Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain one when he [or she] grows up."

Raining out today, which is a great excuse to stay in and get working with paints and canvas!

Did you know that Picasso believed all children are born artists? Read on to learn how engaging a child's artistic side helps them succeed in all areas life!

Nurturing Creativity: Arts Integration and Academic Achievement Benicia Magazine features articles and resource guides on the arts, shopping, food, drink, events, education, sports, travel, real estate and home and garden.

This budding artist hides behind her new, square canvas piece entitled "Sunset." An up-and-coming painter, she has already amassed quite a following, as evidenced from the admiring fan in the background.