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Join us in building

a more CREATIVE world.

The children’s art edu-tainment industry is red hot! Click here to see the latest market trends. 

"HONEST ART BELIEVES IN THE POWER OF CREATIVITY TO CHANGE THE WORLD."

Liza Cruz,
Founder and Creative Director

GROW WITH US.

Joining us early in our franchising journey ensures you an unparalleled level of support.

Being one of our early franchises 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 in the following states.

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Ensuring your success, ensures ours.

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Our brand + your passion for building a more creative community = SUCCESS.

A growing brand, community award winner, and an impactful presence in the community. See why:

Expert leadership that's committed to your success.

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 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 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.

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YOUR PATH TO OWNERSHIP
STARTS HERE.

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EXPERIENCE

You have franchise and/or entrepreneurial experience and can effectively operate a new business. Creative experience or art school grads a big plus!

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LEADERSHIP TEAM

Opening a franchise requires strong leadership skills and solid team support. The ideal leadership team for Honest Art includes a creative and a business person.

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SHARED VALUES

Artistic. Fun. Entrepreneurial. Honest. Sharing these values is essential for a strong partnership.

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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.* 

See FAQs for details.

*Per the Honest Art Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)

Customers Honestly Love Us!

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.
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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, especially in today's digital age. Honest Art is a fantastic way for kids to express themselves and unwind."Bethany F
Birthday Parties Are a Hit:
"Honest Art hosted my nephew’s birthday party, and it was a blast. The kids seemed really thrilled with the hands-on activities and they got to take home their artwork. The H.A. 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 long. She made new friends and learned so much about different art techniques. I think Honest Art's camps are a perfect blend of education and entertainment." Angel S
Ladies’ Nights are Inspiring:
"I had a blast at your event, it was fantastic! The relaxed atmosphere and talented instructors made it easy to explore my creative side and make new friends in the process. We had a mix of skill levels which made it even better. I look forward to the next one!" Esther M
After School Programs Are a Blessing:
"Honest Art's after-school program has been a game-changer for our family. My son is always eager to attend and comes home happy and so proud of his artwork. The program is well-structured, offering a perfect balance of guidance and creative freedom. It's been wonderful to see his artistic abilities grow in such a supportive environment. Thank you Honest Art!" Daniel R
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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.
  • A low cost labor and materials equals high profits.
  • Last – and definitely not least – this is an AI-proof industry!

Follow this path to become a franchise owner.

Inquire and Research

First things first. Fill out the short online questionnaire  to inquire and initiate the conversation. Once qualified, you’ll get the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and other resources to help inform your research and planning.

Connect and 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.

Build out your space.

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.

Training, training, training.

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.

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 programs

  • Award-winning birthday parties

  • Day camps when schools are closed

  • Screen-free activities

  • A healthy, proven impact on childhood development 

Join us in building something amazing.