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Discover the world of art with painting classes for kids in Chicago, where young artists can learn various painting techniques and unleash their creativity through fun and interactive lessons.

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Drawing & Painting Abstraction Camp (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Create works inspired by some the of the masters of abstract art, such as Georgia O’Keeffe, Jasper Johns, Pablo Picasso and Anslem Kiefer. Look outside the art world to develop an appreciation for abstraction in nature, experimenting with strategies to bring nature influences into your artwork.  Develop your drawing and painting skills to experiment with ways to use composition, color exploration, texture and pattern to create amazing works...

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
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$250

4 sessions

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Imagining the Masters (Ages 7-13)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Learn about a famous artist, studying different techniques, mediums and styles. Use one of their pieces to inspire your own masterpiece! Some topics covered: acrylics, watercolors, drawing, landscape, still-life, abstract art, color, perspective, mixed media, and art history. During some sessions, the class accompanied by the instructor may go to a nearby park to draw from nature or other outdoor surroundings.

(83) All levels 7 - 13 years old
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$255

8 sessions

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Acrylic Figure Painting Studion for High School

Evanston Art Center

This class aims to teach the fundamentals of acrylic figure painting. Through teaching the importance of using foundational techniques such as gesture drawing and awareness of proportions, students will learn ways of developing their figure painting.  This is an observational painting class and a live clothed model and photo references will be used.

(83) All levels 14 - 18 years old
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Painting Like the Masters (Ages 8-13)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Learn about a famous artist with a brief art history lesson, studying different techniques, mediums and styles. Use one of their pieces to inspire your own masterpiece! Topics covered include acrylics, watercolors, drawing, landscape, still-life, pointillism, abstract art, color, perspective, mixed media, and art history.  Returning students welcome.

(83) All levels 8 - 13 years old
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$215

9 sessions

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Acrylic Pours (Ages 16+)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Use liquid acrylics to create one-of-a-kind spontaneous paintings. Some are great just as they turn out and others are a wonderful background to explore and enhance with imagery. Click here for the instructor's recommended supply list.

(83) All levels 16 and older
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$225

5 sessions

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Contemporary Painting (Ages 12-17)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

In this studio-based class, get introduced to contemporary artists, like German abstract painter Gerhard Richter, and their techniques and then try them yourself! Paint collaboratively, use emulsion transfers and create a stencil for use with spray paint as an introduction to street art.  

(83) All levels 12 - 17 years old
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$160

5 sessions

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Art Explorers (Ages 5-9)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Explore color, working with a variety of media including drawing, painting, sculpture and assemblage. Gain confidence while creating beautiful works of art.

(83) All levels 5 - 9 years old
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$160

5 sessions

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Beginning/Intermediate Drawing & Painting Camp (9-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Coordinate your hand and eye while exploring still life and portraiture. First, we’ll develop or expand on fundamental drawing skills and techniques. Understand more about line, shapes, shading, and light. Using watercolor, you will deepen your understanding about color and realistic rendering as you build a painting step-by-step. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class...

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
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$305

5 sessions

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Drawing & Painting Abstraction Camp (Ages 12-14)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Create works inspired by some the of the masters of abstract art, such as Georgia O’Keeffe, Jasper Johns, and Anslem Kiefer. Look outside the art world to develop an appreciation for abstraction in nature, experimenting with strategies to bring nature influences into your artwork. Develop your drawing and painting skills to experiment with ways to use color, texture and pattern to create amazing works of art. This interactive online class is...

(83) All levels 12 - 14 years old
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$305

5 sessions

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Youth Painting and Drawing (Ages 7-11)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

This class introduces various materials and techniques of drawing and painting. As students create artworks, they will gain an understanding of shape, form, value, composition, proportion, perspective and color.

(83) All levels 7 - 11 years old
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$190

6 sessions

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Mindful Monday (Ages 6-8)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

What does “being mindful” mean? Mindfulness is the simple awareness of the present moment - slowing down and paying attention. Learn basic mindfulness techniques such as breathing, meditation, observation, and listening. Create art in a variety of media as a response to these practices. For example, we might make an abstract painting in response to a breathing meditation, or a colorful collage representing a peaceful place we’d like to go to....

(83) Beginner 6 - 8 years old
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$105

4 sessions

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Beginning/Intermediate Drawing & Painting Camp (12-14)

Evanston Art Center

Coordinate your hand and eye while exploring still life and portraiture. First, we’ll develop or expand on fundamental drawing skills and techniques. Understand more about line, shapes, shading, and light. Using watercolor, you will deepen your understanding about color and realistic rendering as you build a painting step-by-step. This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class...

(83) Intermediate 12 - 14 years old
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Learn to Paint: Sea Animals (Ages 5-9)

Evanston Art Center

Sea animals are so much fun to paint! Each week we’ll paint a new sea creature, beginning with a basic line drawing first, and then finishing it off with acrylic paints to bring your sea creature to life! This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please download Zoom prior to your first class You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including a unique URL and meeting ID, to join the class at least 1 day before the start of the...

(83) All levels 5 - 9 years old
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Fluid Painting Workshop (Ages 13-18)

Evanston Art Center

A fun and messy painting technique, great for first time painters or experienced artists. We will be creating a unique abstract painting inspired by Jackson Pollock.  All supplies included. Come have fun with your friends!  In-person class (with reduced capacity) closely following Restore Illinois guidelines.  Face coverings are required during the duration of class.  Includes COVID-19 cleaning fee.

(83) All levels 13 - 18 years old
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Teen Fluid Painting

Evanston Art Center

A fun and messy painting technique, great for first time painters or experienced artists. We will be creating a unique abstract painting inspired by Jackson Pollock. All supplies included. Come have fun with your friends!

(83) All levels 13 - 19 years old
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Tiny ARTists at Home

The Paintbrush

This class is a hybrid similar to both our in-studio Little ART Explorers Class and our Tiny ARTists class.  This on-line class introduces tots and their participating caregiver to different ART concepts each week through a look at ARTists and their works. Basic ART supplies necessary. If you don't have basic ART Supplies we do!  Notes: If you require ART supplies please purchase. You will be contacted regarding pick-up time. If you...

(4) All levels 1 - 3 years old
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ARTists at Home

The Paintbrush

Miss Alanna will introduce a different ARTist each week and guide you in creating a painting or drawing using materials you have at home. Need paint?  We have paint available for pick-up or delivery before session starts. Notes: You will receive an email confirmation, which will include instructions for joining us on Zoom If you need paint, please click the link to order a set of washable tempera paints and a set of water colors. Pick-up...

(4) All levels 4 - 10 years old
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Figure and Portrait Drawing for 'Tweens

The Paintbrush @ 2446 N Clark St, Chicago, IL

Unleash your creativity and master the art of capturing lifelike portraits and figures in this exceptional skills class led by a professional artist at The Paintbrush.

(4) All levels 8 - 12 years old
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$252

8 sessions

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Kids' Drawing (Ages 6-12)

The Paintbrush @ 2446 N Clark St, Chicago, IL

Unlock the artist within! Join us at The Paintbrush for our new Kids' Drawing class where children ages 6-12 will explore various drawing techniques and styles, from observational drawings to abstract creations. With a range of mediums and materials, your child will have the freedom to express their creativity and develop their artistic skills. Sign up now and watch their imagination soar!

(4) All levels 6 - 12 years old
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$252

8 sessions

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Drawing and Painting Workshop (Ages 8-12)

The Paintbrush @ 2446 N Clark St, Chicago, IL

Unleash your child's artistic potential through a hands-on exploration of drawing and painting techniques. Join our workshop and watch their creativity flourish as they learn the fundamentals of shading, perspective, blending, and more. Age-appropriate for 8-12-year-olds, this class is perfect for beginners and experienced young artists alike.

(4) All levels 8 - 12 years old
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$252

8 sessions

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