Teen Creative Arts

A drop-in studio + monthly workshops for teens (13–18) that blends creativity and emotional wellness.

Afterschool Drop-In Studio(San Diego)

When: Tuesdays–Thursdays, 3:00–5:30 PM
Where: MGB Studio — 2785 Truxtun Road, Suite 202, Liberty Station, San Diego, CA 92106
Who: Teens ages 13–18
How it works: Come work on your own creative projects—drawing, collage, zines, journaling, watercolor, and more—at your own pace. We provide supplies, optional wellness prompts, and a friendly community space.

RSVP (Heads-Up Required)

To help us plan materials and staffing, please let us know at least 1 day in advance if you’re coming to a drop-in session.

Pricing

  • Drop-In Visit: $12 per teen (materials included)

  • Monthly Pass (Unlimited Tu–Th Drop-Ins): $45

  • Monthly Guest Artist Workshop (1.5–2 hrs): $30 per teen

Monthly Guest Artist Workshops

Once a month, a San Diego teaching artist leads a focused, beginner-friendly session that pairs art-making with a short mindfulness activity.

Studio Guidelines (Quick)

  • RSVP at least 1 day ahead for drop-ins.

  • Be kind and inclusive; this is a low-pressure, judgment-free zone.

  • Treat materials and space with care; clean your area before you go.

  • Personal music with headphones is okay—please keep volume respectful.

About Teen Creative Arts

A woman playing guitar and smiling while a group of friends talk and laugh in a cozy, modern room

Teen Creative Arts is MGB’s art-for-wellness studio time for teens. Our goal is to build community, self-expression, and emotional skills through creative practice. Teens work on their own art, learn from local artists during monthly workshops, and connect with peers in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Past Workshops

  • Upcycling Art Workshop with Alysha Rocca

  • Songwriting for Wellness with X. ARI & WisdoMania Foundation

  • 100 Cameras: Where You Are Workshop

  • Zine-Making Workshop with BUPPYDOGS

  • Design Your Dream Garden: A Colorful Adventure Workshop with Ting Li

  • Unmasking Me: Mask-Making Workshop with Hanyue Song

  • Character Design Workshop with Vaibhavi Manivannan

  • Paint & Plant Workshop with Jacqueline Chen (Chibird)

    Paint & Plant Workshop with Jacqueline Chen (Chibird)

For Teaching Artists

A man sings into a microphone with his hand on his chest, while a woman gestures animatedly and talks to him during a music rehearsal or recording session in a studio with musical instruments behind them.

We invite one teaching artist each month to share their craft and how it supports emotional wellness.

Interested in leading a session?