Kids Art Classes in Chicago, IL

The perfect introductory class to the important skill of drawing. Drawing is the most useful of all the visual arts and the perfect class to take before moving on to Painting. We will work on classic exercises to show students how to see shape and form. Explore demos in classical principle techniques for achieving proportion, perspective, shading,...

This is going to be fun! Try your hand at the art of cartooning! Learn the basics of this fun, whimsical art form from the safety and convenience of your own home. Notes Kids will need paper and pencil and may want to also have a nice pen or a set of markers. Zoom link will be emailed to you within 24 hours of first class.

There are five areas of concentration in our on-going curriculum: Scene Study, Cold Reading, Interview Technique, Improvisation and Character Development. Students are not allowed to critique other students, but are instead encouraged to comment positively on specifics within any actor's performance. Direction is given through choices, emotional development,...

You’ll be on the move in this class!  Exploring texture, line, color and shape while drawing and painting some of your favorite things on the ground, in the air and on the sea that go, go, go! Inspired Projects may Include:  Texture Train Trucks & Tractors Blast Off – Space Shuttle Ferry Boat Materials Needed:  paper (white...

This is a tradional Japanese martial arts class specializing in throws and takedowns. It will help kids develop coordination, self confidence and agility. Check your email for online invitation. Students should wear loose clothing like sweats.

Set sail for an artistic adventure! In this class, students will cut and paste while using line, shape, pattern and color to create sailboats and whimsical whales in their own unique seascape.  Inspired Projects may Include  Collage Sailboats Paper Whale Product Shipping Shipping in the SF Bay Area – 1 business day Shipping to...

Our core teen art program that allows students to become well-rounded artists by shuffling projects across drawing, painting, sculpture and mixed media. Students engage in One River School’s innovative curriculum inspired by contemporary artists that stimulates their imagination and helps them develop essential technical skills in a fun digital...

Students will learn about the tradition of sequential art used in American comics, manga, and contemporary graphic novels while exploring techniques in cartoon and perspective drawing, character design, cover art, and storyboarding. Throughout the week, artists will work towards completing a chapter in their very own graphic novel. This unique, interactive...

Artists will explore the process of sculpting as they learn the tools necessary to make their own clay figures. Experimenting with materials such as wire, paper, fabric, and clay, students will employ new techniques to create a collaborative stop-motion claymation film. The week will conclude with a virtual premier where friends and family members...

Here at The New York Sewing Center, our love of crafting and sewing began at a very young age, which is why we love to inspire the next generation of fashion designers with our Kids’ Sew class!   This course is a great summer camp (5 day) program for young students to express their creativity & grow their love of sewing through fun...

4-Week Virtual Art Class for Ages 5-10 (Elementary School) Learn to express yourself through paint and color and develop an understanding of abstract concepts! All art supplies are included in the price and will be shipped to you prior to the start of the course. Price details: $169 - 4-week class $64 - single class only Sign...

Tempera Resist is a technique that explores creating textures that are unpredictable as they are exciting! Participants will create one-of-a-kind pieces using an art reduction process using tempera paint and waterproof India ink. Materials List: Temp Ink 2-ply tag boards or Manila folders (white or Manila) Tempera paint Waterproof India Ink...

Bring your ideas and imagination to life with computer animation! This class is taught by industry professionals, and utilizes the latest tools of the trade. Children learn to design original characters, and bring them to life using professional animation techniques using Adobe Animate! Animations are 2-dimensional, and utilize techniques such as tweeting,...

Here at The New York Sewing Center, our love of crafting and sewing began at a very young age, which is why we love to inspire the next generation of fashion designers with our Kids’ Sew class! This course is a great summer camp (5 day) program for young students to express their creativity & grow their love of sewing through fun seasonal projects...

This class is for those who have taken the YouTube Virtual Class, and want to extend their learning experience!  We will cover even more complex film and editing techniques, and really dive into what your child is passionate about!   We will discuss branding, uploading, and creating a bustling youtube channel for your followers, as...