Story Sprouts Studio is a playful, hands-on storytime experience at the Hunterdon Art Museum where picture books come to life through art-making and imagination.
Each session begins with a lively read-aloud in the galleries, where children are invited to listen, look closely, and talk about the story together. Afterward, young artists head into the studio to create their own artwork using paint, collage, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media.
Designed for preschoolers and early learners, Story Sprouts Studio encourages creativity, curiosity, and sensory exploration. There are no “right answers”—just open-ended making, experimenting with materials, and discovering how stories can grow into art.
Meet the Artists
Linda Schroeder received her degree from the Fashion Institute of Technology. She is an independent artist and teacher. Linda also works commercially as a professional muralist.
Sarah Brutesco holds a B.A. in Classics from the University of Arkansas and an M.A. in Art History at Columbia University. As the Director of Education at the Hunterdon Art Museum, she loves helping children explore their creativity through hands-on artmaking. Sarah believes deeply in art’s ability to connect people—strengthening community bonds while encouraging personal growth and self-expression.