"Honest Art believes creativity can change the world."
Liza Cruz,
Founder and Creative Director
Early Franchisees Have a Real Advantage
Joining us early in our franchise journey ensures you an unparalleled level of support.
Being one of our early franchisees means your success is the gateway to our continued success.
Our goal is to have 100 franchises open within 5 years.
We are currently licensed to franchise in the states highlighted in green.
A growing brand, community award winner, and an impactful presence in the community. SEE WHY:
Expert leadership and support committed to your success as an Honest Art franchisee.
Honest Art has aspirations to become one of the most successful children’s franchises – this will only happen with the complete success of our early franchises. That means we do all we can to support you in building a successful franchise.
Being an early franchise owner guarantees you full access to the founders and their executive team.
A creative space where children develop artistic and social skills to last a lifetime.
You’ll benefit from over five years of developing and piloting lesson plans from our professional artists and educators, and we’ll provide new lessons for you every year.
One-of-a-kind brand innovation.
A truly unique and welcoming space design, supported by an exclusive partnership with LiteZilla.
A blueprint to fast-tracking community adoption.
A multi-channel, revenue-generating business, structured to succeed in any economy.
We are an inclusive art studio.
Honest Art has provided free classes for the special needs community since our first days of operation.
We work with community groups, schools and clubs to ensure we reach as many people as possible.
The special needs community has also been a leader in promoting awareness of the studio in the surrounding communities.
We are committed to saving the planet.
At Honest Art, we help you build a space your customers respect and are inspired by.
We strive to reduce waste, including the use of green products and limiting single-use plastics in our studio.
YOUR PATH TO HONEST ART FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP STARTS HERE.
First - the ideal franchisees meet these fundamental needs for franchise success.
EXPERIENCE
Ideally, you have franchise and/or entrepreneurial experience and can effectively operate a new business. Creative experience or art school grads a big plus!
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Opening a franchise requires strong leadership skills and solid team support. The ideal leadership team for Honest Art includes a creative team and a business person.
SHARED VALUES
Artistic. Fun. Entrepreneurial. Honest. Sharing these values is essential for a strong partnership.
FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS
Do you meet the financial requirements and have the capital for your Honest Art franchise?
The estimated initial investment ranges from $133,300 – $267,350.*
*Per the Honest Art Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
Next - take the following steps to open your franchise!
INQUIRE & RESEARCH
First things first. Fill out the short online questionnaire to inquire and initiate the conversation. Then, complete the application and once approved for the next steps, you’ll get the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and other resources to help inform your research and planning.
CONNECT & APPLY
It’s time to get to know each other! Connect with an experienced member of the franchising team so we can complete the due diligence process together before you submit your formal application.
CONGRATS IT'S OFFICIAL
After successfully completing your candidacy process, you’re awarded your Honest Art franchise. We’ll toast to your success in building a more creative community through Honest Art.
SELECT YOUR LOCATION
Work with our site team to identify potential locations that meet the criteria and will make the right impact in your community.
Whether acquiring, remodeling, or building a new site, you’ll work with our seasoned design team to ensure your location best represents the Honest Art experience.
You and your management team will attend an in-person 3 week training course, so you can give every customer the most excellent, creative experience at each visit.
It's time to open!
Celebrate and welcome your community to Honest Art. Our operations team will be there to support you all the way.
Honest Art Customer Reviews
Kids Love It:
"My daughter absolutely adores Honest Art classes! The instructors are so encouraging and creative. She comes home excited to share her new masterpieces and can't wait for the next class. It's amazing to see her confidence and artistic skills grow each week!" - Jen M.
Adults Appreciate It:
"As a parent, I love Honest Art's after-school programs for my son. The staff is professional and truly passionate about art, and they create a safe and nurturing environment. It's wonderful to see him engaged in something productive and imaginative. Honest Art is a fantastic way for kids to express themselves."- Bethany F.
Birthday Parties Are a Hit:
"Honest Art hosted my nephew’s birthday party, and it was a blast. The kids were so excited for the activities and they got to take their artwork home.The team took care of every detail - my sister and brother-in-law had zero stress and actually got to enjoy the party. I wish they had one of these in Florida! "- Charles S.
Camps are Enriching:
"My daughter attended Honest Art's summer camp, and it was the highlight of her break! The mix of fun projects and skill-building activities kept her engaged and excited all day. She made new friends and learned about different art techniques. I think Honest Art's camps are a perfect blend of education and entertainment." - Angel S.
What’s so great about owning an Honest Art franchise?
Studios are open an average of 30 hours a week.
You get out of an office and into a world of kids and creativity.
You can get in on the ground floor and enjoy an unprecedented level of support for your franchise.
A low cost labor and materials equals high profits.
Last – and definitely not least – this is an AI-proof industry!
Make a great investment for yourself and your community.
Not only can this be a great investment, but it’s a huge win for your community.
Affordable after-school art programs
Award-winning art-themed birthday parties
Day camps when schools are closed
Screen-free activities
A healthy, proven impact on childhood development
Our brand + your passion for building a more creative community = SUCCESS.