Class Schedule
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CLASSES
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FALL SESSION 2: October 20-December 21, 2024 (No Classes Thanksgiving week)
WINTER SESSION 1: January 5-March 1, 2025
WINTER SESSION 2: March 2-April 26, 2025
All Classes prorated after first day of session to allow students to join anytime during the session.
Once you have registered please look for our Confirmation Email with Registration Forms and Important Safety Information! You will need to REPLY to the email PROMPTLY to complete your registration.
Sunday Sunrise ART Class
ages 4-10
Sundays, 10:00-11:00
Round out your weekend with an ART class. In this Signature class kids learn about ART though hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of approaches including drawing, painting, collaging,etc. Different ARTist inspiration each week. Drop-off.
Adult Beginning Acrylic Painting
adults
Sundays, 6:00-7:30
Learning the basics of acrylic paint is what this class is all abut. How to mix and apply paint, layer, glaze, undercoat, and sketch. Students will learn techniques that can carry them through further paintings. We will introduce skills for Natural Paintings (landscapes) and Painting from Life (still life). Students will learn about different styles and approaches to painting. No experience necessary, but students with some experience are also welcome! Supplies provided.
Drawing Techniques Class
ages 7-12
Mondays, 4:45-5:45
Taking inspiration from common art styles such as still-life, portrait, landscape and modern art, this class introduces and experiments with the use of different drawing mediums (which may include oil pastels, charcoal, chalks, colored pencils and markers) and techniques to explore various styles and types of drawing. Kids will work at their own skill level on the same objective with the materials that are equally good for beginners and more advanced students! Drop-off.
Cartooning Class
ages 6-11
Mondays, 6:00-7:00
Exploring stylized cartoons with creative prompts, learning how to build characters, backgrounds and the basics of cartooning is what this class is about. All styles are encouraged. We will use mainly markers but will experiment with a variety of mediums such as pens, colored pencils, and graphite. Beginners and experienced students welcome. Drop-off.
Adult Beginning/Intermediate Watercolor Class
adults
Mondays, 7:15-8:45pm
At the Beginner Level of this class, students will learn landscape techniques, drawing/painting from life, mixing colors, and brush techniques. Students will be engaged in technique-based learning and guided painting to practice learned techniques. Beginner students will receive more personalized attention and critiques. Students who are ready to advance to the Intermediate Level of this class will work on the same lessons but more independently with teacher guidance as they grow as individual artists. Intermediate students will develop and hone previously learned skills through personalized critiques and guidance, understand how to correct skills errors and have better understanding of watercolor painting. No experience necessary. Open to students at least 14 years old. Supplies provided.
Little ART Explorers
ages 12-24 months with participating caregiver
Tuesdays, 9:00-9:45
Tuesdays, 3:15-4:00
Our littlest ARTists will be introduced to all the skills they need to explore the wonderful world of ART. Shapes and color recognition and medium exploration are the skills we focus on in this hands-on intro to ART class for toddlers. Includes ART playtime in our ART-themed playroom.
ART Class for Tots/Preschoolers
ages 2-5 with participating caregiver
For toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers. In this Signature Class kids learn about ART through parent-assisted hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of approaches including drawing, painting, collaging and more; while also working on basic ART skills (cutting, gluing, etc.). Different ARTist inspiration each week. Plus playtime in our ART-themed playroom.
After School ART Class
ages 4-10
In this Signature class kids learn about ART though hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of approaches including drawing, painting, collaging, etc. Different ARTist inspiration each week. Drop-off.
Animal Drawing
ages 5-8
Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30
Learn to draw your favorite pet! In this new class we will learn about how to draw textures (like fur!), animal features and proportions, and how to create pet colors. Am combination of pencils, colored pencils, pastels, and paint will be used in this class. Drop-off.
Adult Beginner/Intermediate Drawing Class
adults
Learn the basics of drawing in this Adults-only class (must be at least 14 years old to attend). We’re introducing all kinds of drawing techniques in this new class! Each week we will draw in styles with different mediums. We’ll try our hand at observational drawings from life, cartoons, fashion illustration, abstract drawings, and more, using a range of mediums such as pen, pencil, colored pencil, marker, paint, even cut paper and more experimental mediums. Students will work at their own skill level on the same objective with the materials that are equally good for beginners and more advanced students!
Supplies provided.
After School ART Class
ages 4-10
In this Signature class kids learn about ART though hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of approaches including drawing, painting, collaging, etc. Different ARTist inspiration each week. Drop-off.
Fashion Drawing
ages 8-12
Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30
This new class teaches kids how to draw and create their own fashion designs! Learn about texture, form, balance, emphasis, accessories, colors, and more. Students will be given prompts and lessons on how to approach fashion illustration using pencil, colored pencils, fabrics, watercolor, and more. A fun and creative class! Drop-off.
Little ART Explorers
ages 12-24 months with participating caregiver
Fridays, 9:15-10:00
Our littlest ARTists will be introduced to all the skills they need to explore the wonderful world of ART. Shapes and color recognition and medium exploration are the skills we focus on in this hands-on intro to ART class for toddlers. Includes ART playtime in our ART-themed playroom.
ART Class for Tots/Preschoolers
ages 2-5 with participating caregiver
For toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers. In this Signature Class kids learn about ART through parent-assisted hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of approaches including drawing, painting, collaging and more; while also working on basic ART skills (cutting, gluing, etc.). Different ARTist inspiration each week. Plus playtime in our ART-themed playroom.
Intro to Drawing & Painting
ages 5-8
Fridays, 4:45-5:45
In this class we’re introducing kids to different mediums, styles, techniques, and types of art. We try something new every week! Mediums of exploration include watercolors, tempera paint, pencil, markers, colored pencils and more. Exploring styles such as abstract, modern, expressionism and so much more. This class is a fun, experimental introduction to painting and drawing skills. Drop-off.
Drawing & Painting for ‘Tweens
ages 8-13
This class is designed for our older students to learn the basic skills of drawing and painting. Drop-off.
Little ART Explorers
ages 12-24 months with participating caregiver
Saturdays, 9:00-9:45
Our littlest ARTists will be introduced to all the skills they need to explore the wonderful world of ART. Shapes and color recognition and medium exploration are the skills we focus on in this hands-on intro to ART class for toddlers. Includes ART playtime in our ART-themed playroom.
Saturday Morning Extended ART Class
ages 4-10
Saturdays, 10:00-11:30
Chill out on Saturday mornings with this extended ART class! In this Signature class kids learn about ART though hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of approaches including drawing, painting, collaging, etc. Different ARTist inspiration each week. Drop-off.
ART Class for Tots/Preschoolers
ages 2-5 with participating caregiver
For toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers. In this Signature Class kids learn about ART through parent-assisted hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of hands-on approaches including drawing, painting, collaging and more; while also working on basic ART skills (cutting, gluing, etc.). Different ARTist inspiration each week. Plus playtime in our ART-themed playroom.
Intermediate Drawing & Painting for ‘Tweens
ages 8-13
Saturdays, 1:00-2:00
This class is designed for our older students to learn the more advanced skills of drawing and painting. Drop-off.
Once you have registered please look for our Confirmation Email with Registration Forms and Important Safety Information!
Plan a Private One-on-One Class for yourself, your child, or a group class for your child and their friends (drop-off for kids ages 4+). All ages. Text or email for more info.
Looking for something different? Let us know!