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Where Creativity Begins Early

Where Creativity Begins Early

The Paintbrush is a one-of-a-kind ART studio located in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, offering creative, skill-building experiences for kids ages 1 to 12 — with occasional programming available for older kids and adults, too!

What We Offer

What We Offer

Our ART classes are rooted in hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons, introducing young ARTists to the lives and works of ARTists from around the world — both past and present. In addition to learning about iconic figures in the ART world, students also develop technical skills through specialized classes in:

  • Drawing
  • Painting
  • Cartooning
  • and More (see schedule)

More Ways to Create and Celebrate

  • Birthday pARTies
  • Year-Round and Summer ART Camps
  • Seasonal ART Workshops
  • Kids’ Night Out events
  • Custom group classes and private sessions
Plan Your pARTy
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More Than Just ART Classes

More Than Just ART Classes

From structured weekly classes via seasonal sessions to ART workshops and birthday celebrations, The Paintbrush is a place to create, connect, and celebrate. Whether it’s your child’s first ART experience or they're growing their passion for ART, we’re here to support their creative journey.

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What Parents Are Saying

What Parents Are Saying

“The class is wonderful, and we’ve been so impressed by the quality of the work they’re bringing home. Hazel has become particularly interested in painting since the class started and now announces that she wants to put her art in a museum, so I think you’re having a very positive influence on her! Thank you very much!”

— Kara, mom of Hazel (age 3)

“This is not an arts and crafts class, but a real art class where the kids work with real artists and their work!”

— Anna, mom of Sofie and Delaina

“All day long today my daughter was asking if it was time to go to The Paintbrush. She couldn’t wait for her nap to be over.”

— Mom of a 2-year-old

“My son and I attended a birthday party [at The Paintbrush] and it was one of the best parties we’ve been to. You guys were awesome. You did such a great job and the art pieces were awesome. You totally connected with my son and made him feel comfortable.”

— Cathy, mom of Joey (age 5)

Come See What the FUN Is All About

Come See What the FUN Is All About

Ready to introduce your child to the wonderful world of ART?

We’d love to welcome your family into our studio.

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