Children’s Art Classes

Not Just A Coloring Book!

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The Studio School offers the cultivation of creativity with Children’s and Teen Art Classes! Geared towards children and teens of all ages, needs, and artistic levels, our Children’s/Teen Art Classes combine artistic technique for authentic self-expression.
We provide an educational children’s artistic experience that inspire the artist within!

Young artists will explore many facets of creating art. Lessons may include ( but are not limited to) a lesson of an old Master, such as Matisse, an art demonstration covering techniques in drawing with a variety of artist tools, (pencils, charcoal, pen and ink, watercolor, tempera, and acrylic) as well as a variety of techniques, (printmaking, painting, sketching, and drawing.)

Additionally our instructors work with each young artist so they given the opportunity to discover more about his or her creative interests by exploring their own ideas while also learning about composition and design. Our instructors are professional artists and educators, most are endorsed pre-k through 12 to teach Art!

Winter Youth Classes

Color Pop!—with Patricia Kapral This Class is Full
Ages 5-9 • Tuesdays, January 7–January 28 • 5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m. • $150 (all supplies included)
Color is the theme of this class, as we explore ways to use color and incorporate it into artworks inspired by Pop Art! We will look at artists such as Jen Stark, Yayoi Kusama, Ketna Patel, and of course, Andy Warhol. We will create works both 3D and 2D, in lots of different media including oil pastel, watercolor, printmaking, sculpture with clay, collage, and acrylic. As always, all supplies are included, and space is limited, so register early! Makes a great gift for that art-loving kiddo on your nice list! Click Here to contact Patricia with questions.

Outstanding Oil Pastel—with Patricia Kapral This Class is Full
Ages 10-14 • February 11–March 4 • 5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m. • $150 (all supplies included)
Oil pastels are so versatile and fun–if you know how to use them! In this class for older kids/teens, we will learn how to blend, shade, add detail and texture, and more! From abstract works incorporating oil pastel in mixed media, to photorealistic oil pastel paintings, we will explore ways to create dynamic works of art! All supplies are included in this 4 class session, and space is limited, so register early! Makes a great Holiday gift! Click Here to contact Patricia with questions.

Spring Youth Classes

Impression: Springtime—with Patricia Kapral
Ages 5-9 • Tuesdays, March 18–April 8 • 5:00 p.m.– 6:30 p.m. • $150 all supplies included
In this class for younger children, we will explore the Impressionists and how they used color and the impression of light to create beautiful masterpieces. We will learn all about the artists who made this period one of the most popular art periods of all time, such as Seurat, Monet, Renoir, Degas, and of course Van Gogh (who is actually known as a post- impressionist). We will create artworks inspired by these artists and capture the magic of Spring. All supplies are included in this 4-session class, and space is limited, so register early! Click Here to contact Patricia with questions.

Underpainting Essentials: Why Do Artists Start with An Underpainting?—with Patricia Kapral
Ages 10-14 • Tuesdays, April 15–May 6 • 5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m. • $150 all supplies included
Have you ever wondered why an artist spends all that time with the underpainting, just to cover it up with more paint? In this class, students will learn the structural importance of an underpainting, and how to successfully create a good underpainting in acrylic. All supplies are included in this 4-week session, and space is limited, so register early! Click Here to contact Patricia with questions.

Weather Policy: If Roanoke City Schools are: Delayed 1 hour, morning classes are delayed 1 hour. Delayed 2 hours, morning classes are canceled. Canceled, all our classes are canceled. Evening classes are canceled if bad weather persists or becomes more hazardous during the afternoon hours.