Custom WordPress website for national children’s art studio and franchise

Big creativity. Small hands. Bold impact.

Small Hands Big Art is a vibrant creative studio founded by Jennifer Bryant, offering art classes, workshops, and birthday parties that inspire kids to express themselves freely. As the studio grew into a national franchise, Jennifer needed a website that could scale with her vision. We partnered with her to build a playful, flexible digital platform that reflects the brand’s spirit and supports both studio customers and franchise partners.

Everything working together, with imagination

At a glance - Snapshot details

  • Client: Small Hands Big Art
  • Industry: Children’s education / Art enrichment
  • Business type: Creative studio and franchise
  • Primary office: Charlotte, North Carolina (national presence)
  • Service area: National
  • Platform: WordPress Multisite
  • Services: Web design, WordPress development, multisite architecture, class registration integration, franchise marketing support

A platform for growing creativity coast to coast

Small Hands Big Art empowers children through art, sparking confidence, imagination, and joy. With locations across the country, the brand needed a platform that could support its growth without losing its personal, community-centered feel.

Challenge

Jennifer came to us with a successful flagship studio and a growing list of franchisees—but her existing site wasn’t built to scale. It lacked the functionality to support multiple locations, made class discovery and registration difficult, and didn’t speak directly to parents or prospective franchisees.

Solution

We designed a custom WordPress multisite platform that blends joyful design with franchise-ready functionality.

  • Franchise Support: Built a multisite structure that gives each location its own space to showcase classes, events, and team members
  • Franchise Growth Hub: Created a section for prospective franchisees to learn about the model and connect with Jennifer’s team
  • Playful Design: Developed a bold, colorful visual language that reflects the studio’s personality and appeals to both kids and grown-ups
  • Class Tools: Streamlined class browsing and registration, making it easier for parents to find what fits
  • Mobile Optimization: Ensured a seamless experience on all devices for families on the go

Results

The new website has helped Small Hands Big Art grow with clarity, consistency, and creative energy.

  • Supported Expansion: The platform now supports new and future franchise locations with ease
  • Increased Engagement: Parents can browse, register, and explore with confidence, leading to higher enrollment
  • Amplified the Brand: The website fully embodies the brand’s playful, professional voice
  • Enabled Scalable Growth: Franchise partners are equipped with the tools to grow while staying aligned with the overall brand

Built in Charlotte. Growing nationwide.

With studios from coast to coast, Small Hands Big Art is on a mission to make art accessible to kids everywhere. The new website supports this national expansion—while keeping each local studio rooted in its community and connected to the heart of the brand.

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