Where do the workshops take place?

Most workshops run at partner venues rather than a studio of its own, and each listing on the upcoming workshops page gives its own venue. Recent examples include Dom Art Project and Ripe Market in Dubai, and Emirates Bio Farm in Abu Dhabi.

How much does a workshop cost?

Prices vary by workshop and venue. Some recent sessions, such as the September 2025 Story Cards workshop at Al Jalila Cultural Centre for Children, were free. For others, check the registration link on the listing or ask the provider.

Can I book a private workshop at home or for a party?

Yes. Artful Minds offers private workshops where you choose the schedule, location and age group, and themed workshops for events. Email info@artful-minds.org to arrange one.

Is there a regular weekly class?

The site lists one-off workshops and drop-ins rather than a weekly timetable. Ask the provider about upcoming dates.

Do I need to stay with my child?

It depends on the workshop. At the February 2026 Fantasy Garden Dioramas session, children under 5 had to be accompanied by a caregiver. Ask the provider for other sessions.

Artful Minds: art and wellbeing workshops for children in the UAE

ArtArt Classes

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Motor City

Artful Minds is a Dubai-based team that runs art workshops for children, teens and families, and describes its approach as blending child psychology with art. The workshops are designed in collaboration with psychologists and art therapists, and the team is led and trained by founder and art professor Sara Masinaei and child and adolescent psychoanalyst Dr. Mehrdad Naghibi-Rad. Most workshops run at partner venues rather than a studio of its own, and the site lists sessions in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ajman. Recent listings include a Fantasy Garden Dioramas workshop for ages 3 to 6 at Dom Art Project in February 2026, weekend drop-in crafts at Ripe Market in October 2025 and eco-art drop-ins at the Emirates Bio Farm Organic Festival. The workshops are designed in two age bands, kids 6 to 12 and teens 13 to 17, with themes such as confidence, friendship and emotions, though recent dated sessions have mostly been one-off children's and family workshops. Families can also book private workshops at a time and place of their choosing, or bring the team to an event.

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The activity

Art Classes, explained

Children's art workshops give kids a table of materials, a theme and a little guidance, then leave room for their own ideas. Depending on the session, children might paint, draw, collage, sculpt with clay or make things from paper and recycled materials, usually taking their piece home at the end. Alongside the fun, art builds fine motor control, focus, patience and the confidence to try something without a right answer. Process-led sessions put the making ahead of a perfect result, which suits children who worry about getting it wrong. Many one-off workshops welcome children from about three or four, often with a parent alongside, while older children and teens can tackle longer, more technical projects.

Who it's for

The workshops are designed in two age bands: kids 6 to 12 and teens 13 to 17. Recent dated sessions have mostly been one-off children's and family workshops, some for younger children: the February 2026 Fantasy Garden Dioramas session was for ages 3 to 6 (under-5s with a caregiver), and the February 2026 Emirates Bio Farm drop-ins were for ages 4+. No teen workshop is currently listed. The site says workshops suit all skill levels, from beginners to budding artists. Families and event organisers can book private or event workshops.

What to expect

Each workshop has its own theme and project, so there is something new every time. In the kids' programme, examples include making affirmation cards, friendship bracelets to swap with other children, abstract paintings and clay pieces. The February 2026 diorama workshop ran for an hour, used paper, markers and tape, and had no fixed outcome, so children worked at their own pace. At festival drop-ins, children could stay for up to 40 minutes, with ten at a time on a first-come basis. Prices vary by workshop and venue: some sessions, such as the September 2025 Story Cards workshop, were free. Kit and trial arrangements are not published; ask the provider when you book.

Highlights

Workshops designed in two age bands, kids 6 to 12 and teens 13 to 17; recent sessions mostly one-off children's and family workshops (artful-minds.org)
Workshops designed with psychologists; team led by founder Sara Masinaei and psychoanalyst Dr. Mehrdad Naghibi-Rad (artful-minds.org)
Pop-up sessions at partner venues around the UAE, such as Dom Art Project, Ripe Market and Emirates Bio Farm (artful-minds.org)
Private workshops at a schedule, location and age group you choose (artful-minds.org)
5.0 on Google from 14 reviews (Google listing)
Women-owned business (Google listing)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

Artful Minds has 5.0 on Google from 14 reviews, all of them five stars. Reviews shown on the provider's site mention how warm and patient founder Sara is with children, how engaged the kids stayed, and the mindful, calming side of the sessions.

The facts

Ages: Designed for kids 6-12 and teens 13-17; recent one-off workshops mostly for children and families, some from age 3 or 4
Prices: Varies by workshop; some sessions free (e.g. Story Cards, Sep 2025); ask the provider
Schedule: One-off workshops and drop-ins at partner venues; dates on the upcoming workshops page (latest listed: February 2026)
Trial: Ask the provider
Where: Motor City, Dubai (office; most workshops run at partner venues across the UAE)
How to book: artful-minds.org/upcoming-workshops · [email protected] · +971 50 656 9634

Questions parents ask

Good to know

The Motor City address is the team's office; most workshops take place at partner venues, so check each listing for where it runs (artful-minds.org)
At the February 2026 Fantasy Garden Dioramas workshop, children under 5 had to be accompanied by a caregiver (artful-minds.org)
The site lists sessions in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ajman (artful-minds.org)
The latest event on the site's workshops page is from February 2026 and no upcoming workshops are listed; ask the provider what is coming up next (artful-minds.org)