Painting Classes Near Me

Our Pottery Classes at The Atelier School of Art provide a hands-on experience in clay sculpting and ceramics, tailored to different age groups and skill levels. Younger students (ages 6 and up) will focus on basic hand-building techniques such as pinch pots, coiling, and slab construction, helping them develop foundational skills in working with clay. Older students will have the opportunity to explore more advanced techniques, including wheel-throwing, glazing, and surface decoration. With guidance from experienced instructors, students will create unique, functional, and decorative pieces while learning about form, texture, and craftsmanship. Whether learning the basics or refining their technique, students in our pottery program will gain confidence, creativity, and an appreciation for the art of ceramics in a fun and supportive environment!

The High School Art class at The Atelier School of Art is a one-hour session designed for teens looking to develop and refine their artistic skills. This class explores advanced techniques in drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media, with an emphasis on composition, perspective, color theory, and conceptual development. Students are encouraged to experiment with different styles and mediums while building a strong portfolio that reflects their personal artistic growth and vision.

The Middle School Digital Animation class at The Atelier School of Art is a one-hour session for ages 11-13, focusing on expanding animation skills using iPads and Procreate Dreams. Students dive into keyframe animation, character design, storyboarding, and visual storytelling, exploring how to create compelling animations from start to finish. This class nurtures creativity and technical skills, preparing students for more advanced animation techniques and projects.

The High School Digital Animation class at The Atelier School of Art is a one-hour session designed for teens looking to develop their animation skills using iPads and Procreate Dreams. This class covers keyframe animation, character design, storyboarding, timing, and motion principles, allowing students to create dynamic, professional-quality animations. With a focus on visual storytelling and personal artistic style, students build a strong foundation in animation while preparing for advanced creative opportunities.

The Process Art class at The Atelier School of Art is a one-hour session for ages 3-5, designed to encourage creativity, exploration, and sensory engagement. This class focuses on the experience of making art rather than the final product, allowing young artists to experiment with colors, textures, and materials in a fun and hands-on environment. Through painting, collage, and mixed media activities, children develop fine motor skills, confidence, and a love for creative expression.

Each session we will focus on a new medium , creating amazing works throughout the 4 weeks. This is an introduction to artistic forms and skill-building within many mediums, creating frameworthy fun projects throughout the year. September - Ink and watercolor Birds October - Watercolor Pencil Leaves November - Oil Pastel a la Monet January - Clay & Acrylic February - Landscape Watercolor March - Pencil Drawing and Watercolor Pencil April - Acrylic Paint May - Mixed Media

Each session we will focus on a new medium , creating amazing works throughout the 4 weeks. This is an introduction to artistic forms and skill-building within many mediums, creating frameworthy fun projects throughout the year. September - Ink and watercolor Birds October - Watercolor Pencil Leaves November - Oil Pastel a la Monet January - Clay & Acrylic February - Landscape Watercolor March - Pencil Drawing and Watercolor Pencil April - Acrylic Paint May - Mixed Media

Each session we will focus on a new medium , creating amazing works throughout the 4 weeks. This is an introduction to artistic forms and skill-building within many mediums, creating frameworthy fun projects throughout the year. September - Ink and watercolor Birds October - Watercolor Pencil Leaves November - Oil Pastel a la Monet January - Clay & Acrylic February - Landscape Watercolor March - Pencil Drawing and Watercolor Pencil April - Acrylic Paint May - Mixed Media

You don't have to be a pro to create beautiful art! All it takes is some practice, patience, and inspiration to create something magnificent. For my age 10+ KVArteests, we work in oil paints on projects each artist chooses with my input. This is a class for those with enough art experience or can-do attitude to work largely independently.

This year, in "Art In Nature", we will study 8 artists who are famous for their depictions of nature. Our fine art projects will include drawing in graphite and colored pencil; painting in acrylic and watercolor; sculpting in foam clay; blending with oil pastels; scratch board; as well as mixed and multi-media work. September:  Drawing, Pen & Ink, and Watercolor with Audubon October: Watercolor Pencil & Composition with Goldworthy November: Oil Pastel and Reflection with Monet January: Black and White Scratch Board animal art with Rosseau February: Landscape Watercolor painting with Bierstadt and Cole March: Oil Pastel and Color Theory with Thiebaud  April: Drawing & Acrylic Painting with Hokusai May: Mixed Media Landscape and Underwater with Wyland

In Drawing/Painting Class we will create a variety of fine art projects focusing on technique and style, composition, brushwork, and systematic practice. KVArteest will give input on our subject matter, as we together decide what we want to learn.

Our staff guides students step by step through a painting, making it easy for everyone to create their own artwork. With loose, organic strokes, anyone who can hold a brush can succeed. Techniques are taught to help students practice at home. 90 minutes.

Advanced Art: Autumn Series Thursdays, 4:30 – 6:30 PM Celebrate the beauty of the season in this four-week advanced art class focused on autumnal themes. Students will explore color, texture, and composition through a variety of mediums while drawing inspiration from fall landscapes, changing leaves, and seasonal light. Each session will build toward the creation of a final, refined autumn-themed painting. Perfect for experienced young artists looking to deepen their skills and create a cohesive, beautiful piece over time.

*Mid-session registration: If you are signing up AFTER THE FIRST DAY OF THIS SERIES OF 9 CLASSES, email info@marvegos.com about a possible project conflict before you arrive for class.* This class is for students who want to focus on painting through two in-depth projects. We’ll explore techniques such as layering, blending, and brushwork, as well as how to plan a composition from start to finish. Each project will give students the chance to experiment with style, build skills, and create original artwork to take home. Because this program is offered on a limited basis, make-up classes are not available. Please be sure your child can commit to the full 9-class series before registering.

Our Fine Art Foundations class is designed for kids who are ready to deepen their artistic skills and explore more advanced concepts. In this structured, skill-building series, young artists learn core visual art principles—like color theory, composition, and the difference between abstract and representational art—while creating original works in painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, and mixed media. Students practice techniques such as blending, layering, and drawing from observation, and are introduced to a wide range of fine art materials including charcoal, watercolor pencils, pastels, and clay. Each session encourages creative problem-solving, artistic expression, and confidence as students take on new challenges and refine their technique. By the end of the series, artists will proudly take home 4 or more finished artworks that reflect their growth and creative voice. With fresh content each session, Fine Art Foundations is the perfect class to keep young artists learning and inspired all year long!

This combination class offers children a sampling of art projects using various media such as painting, clay, watercolors, collage, and pastels. It is amazing what you can create when you explore with your imagination. A variety of materials are used to create your many masterpieces – Many projects are “built upon” each class, so that students experience a variety of mediums and take home several projects. Projects are new every session, so sign-up for all sessions OR our school program for discounted rate. Drawing Class This drawing class is designed for students of all levels of drawing experience, and would like to learn some advanced techniques and explore new mediums. Many projects are “built upon” each class, so that students experience a variety of mediums and take home several projects.

This combination class offers children a sampling of art projects using various media such as painting, clay, watercolors, collage, and pastels. It is amazing what you can create when you explore with your imagination. A variety of materials are used to create your many masterpieces – Many projects are “built upon” each class, so that students experience a variety of mediums and take home several projects. Projects are new every session & seasonal, so sign-up for all sessions.

This combination class offers children a sampling of art projects using various media such as painting, clay, watercolors, collage, and pastels. It is amazing what you can create when you explore with your imagination. A variety of materials are used to create your many masterpieces – Many projects are “built upon” each class, so that students experience a variety of mediums and take home several projects. Projects are new every session, so sign-up for all sessions OR our school program for discounted rate. Drawing Class This drawing class is designed for students of all levels of drawing experience, and would like to learn some advanced techniques and explore new mediums. Many projects are “built upon” each class, so that students experience a variety of mediums and take home several projects.

Explore the world of making your own clay creations! This class will teach you how to create several hand-built clay pieces. Students will be introduced to Kiln firing, and procedures, as well as stages of clay: Wet, Greenware, Bisqueware, and more. Each student will custom glaze each project, and have all pieces fired in our kiln. Many projects are “built upon” each class, so that students experience a variety of mediums and take home several projects. Projects are new every session, so sign-up for all sessions OR our school program for discounted rate.

Pre-K children, (ages 1-3, side by side with an adult) OR on their own (ages 4-6), are taught to explore their imagination through art. Experience a variety of materials used to produce your weekly seasonal masterpiece. We encourage the use of fingers, hands, exploring with unlikely tools (painting with race cars, leaves, toothbrushes & more), and sometimes a mess! New projects each session, so sign up for all sessions. *Parents can stay in class OR drop off ages 4+

Explore the world of making your own clay creations! This class will teach you how to create several hand-built clay pieces. Students will be introduced to Kiln firing, and procedures, as well as stages of clay: Wet, Greenware, Bisqueware, and more. Each student will custom glaze each project, and have all pieces fired in our kiln. Many projects are “built upon” each class, so that students experience a variety of mediums and take home several projects. Projects are new every session, so sign-up for all sessions OR our school program for discounted rate.