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Discover the vibrant world of art for kids in Chicago with classes that explore various mediums such as painting, drawing, and sculpture, inspiring young artists to express their creativity and develop their artistic skills.

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Open Studio

Magical Minds Studio @ 110 Madison St, Chicago, IL

Our Open Studio classes offer an opportunity for students to come and explore the studio and various art projects. There are different projects each week and various subjects to choose from. Parental participation required for children younger than 3. Location Notes: Located in Oak Park's Art District. Blocks from the CTA Blue Line and a few blocks west of 290. Street parking available. Cafe down the street if parents need to grab a cof...

(2) All levels 4 and older
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Magical Beginnings

Magical Minds Studio @ 110 Madison St, Chicago, IL

This is an introductory class that encourages students to experiment with painting, drawing, sculpture, sensory objects and building. Parents work alongside their children, helping them develop familiarity with the studio environment and art materials. Note: This class is for ages 18months to 3y/o Goals: To understand how tools are to be used (crayons are for drawing, not eating). To allow for a secure parent/caregiver and child environment...

(2) Beginner 1 - 3 years old
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Multimedia Jewelry (Ages 9-14)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Dive into the world of jewelry making and craft your own distinctive pieces using stamping, etching, resin, and beading techniques. Explore endless possibilities to design and create personalized bling that reflects your unique style and creativity.

(83) All levels 9 - 14 years old
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$340

9 sessions

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Writers Weekend

Taleblazers, Creative Writing for Kids @ 331B Harrison St, Chicago, IL

Audacious authors, come join the fun! Writing games, story prompts, embellishments and storyboard collage materials. You’ll build a character, flesh out a juicy setting, and dramatize a conflict for your own story. At Taleblazers’ gentle and encouraging studio, take creative risks and get wild on the Page. Writing materials included.  Feel free to bring your own special notebook and/or charged device.

All levels 8 - 12 years old
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$80

2 sessions

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Writing and Illustrating for Kids

The Paintbrush

In this hybrid writing and art class, artists will utilize their creativity and critical thinking skills to combine visual art with the art of writing.   Artists will be introduced to a specific style of art that connects to a writing concept (such as style and form, or imagery and metaphor)  in the beginning of class. After we discuss some strategies to utilize the concept in their writing and art pieces, the artists will be given time...

(4) All levels 8 and older
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StoryTime Art (with Caregiver)

The Paintbrush

Story time followed by a story-themed art project. There are lots of good reasons to bring your child to art classes, not the LEAST of which is because ART IS FUN! Twenty Reasons Why Art is GREAT for Kids! Benefits associated with children learning art while they are young and what impact it has on their lives. (Adapted from artsz.org) Art stimulates both sides of the brain. 33% of kids are visual learners. There are studies that show that...

(4) All levels 1 - 5 years old
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Paint With Me

The Paintbrush @ 2646 N Halsted, Chicago, IL

Grab your kid and come paint together!  Each adult and child will receive their own canvas to paint on with acrylic paint. Teachers will guide you in painting the picture-of-the-day or you can get creative and do your own thing! Canvasses and cookies provided. Notes: This class is intended for adults and kids to paint together. However, kids aged 5 and up may be dropped off. Participants are welcome to bring a beverage of their...

(4) All levels 3 and older
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Valentine's Day Family Workshop

The Paintbrush

Get ready for Valentine's Day at our Family Workshop. Cookie decorating, card making, temporary tattoos and Valentine's Day ART projects. Fun for the whole family; or drop your kids off (ages 5 and up only). Notes If snowy or wet out, please bring dry shoes to change into so you may enter the classroom.  Please park stroller outside under the overhang.  Kids 5 and up may be dropped off.

(4) All levels 5 and older
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Kids’ Night Out

The Paintbrush @ 2646 N Halsted, Chicago, IL

More fun than a babysitter!  Drop off your kids for an evening of movies, dinner, ART and playtime!  Reservations required. SO MUCH FUN!!! Notes Drop-off.  No parents allowed! ;-) Kids age 3.5 may attend if accompanied by older, participating sibling or by approval of teacher.  Kids with food allergies must bring EpiPen, Benadryl and Written Instructions, which must be handed to teacher upon arrival.  PLEASE LOOK FOR...

(4) All levels 4 - 12 years old
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Do-At-Home Pride ART Kit

The Paintbrush

Get ready to celebrate Pride! This ART Kit is packed with rainbow and unicorn tattoos; hand stickers in rainbow colors; rainbow crayon; and a rainbow of tempera paints and paper to create your own Pride ART! Glitter with glue stick optional add-ons. Note: Get ready to celebrate Pride! This ART Kit is packed with a rainbow shaped cookie and a unicorn shaped cookie, with frosting and sprinkles for decorating; a rainbow craft project (designated...

(4) All levels 2 and older
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Little ARTists at Home

The Paintbrush

Little ones love ART, too! This class most resembles our Tiny ARTists and Apprenctices classes (in-studio). Learn about a different artists and create art projects inspired by the featured artist using supplies you have at home. Parent participation required for kids ages 2 and 3; parent supervision for 4-year-olds.

(4) All levels 2 - 4 years old
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Pop-In Play Time

The Paintbrush @ 2446 N Clark St, Chicago, IL

Discover an ART-themed playroom at The Paintbrush where you and your kids can explore a variety of books, toys, and puzzles together. It's not a class, it's a creative playtime experience! Please note, that space is limited and one adult per family is required for optimal participation. No food or drinks are allowed in the playroom.

(4) All levels 1 - 4 years old
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Day Off From School Camp

Art Side Out Studio & MASK SHOP @ 5606 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL

Summer, Winter, Spring Breaks, Columbus days... if kids aren't in school, we probably are having an art camp. Fun, cooperative and inspiring! Learn art history, develop skills while we let your young one's imagination run wild! Imagine making fun art all day. Never more than 12 students per teacher that means your kid gets more attention from professional teaching/artists. Before and after care can be provided. BYOL (Bring Your Own Lunch). Art...

All levels 6 - 15 years old
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Comics & Cartooning (Ages 9-14)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Unleash your creativity and tell stories through art! Dive into character design and storytelling techniques to craft your own comic panels using various drawing tools. Explore traditional and digital drawing methods while gaining inspiration from professional examples.

(83) All levels 9 - 14 years old
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$340

9 sessions

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Spring Break Camp: Filmmaking (Ages 9-13)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Experiment with a variety of film making strategies to bring your own stories to life! Learn about video production and post-production, camera operation, editing, directing, acting, and writing by working in a small group to create a short film. Use video cameras and edit your film in Adobe Premiere. No need to bring any supplies, but come prepared to film outside.  Families and friends are invited to a film screening on the Friday of camp...

(83) All levels 9 - 13 years old
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$580

5 sessions

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Intro to Oil Painting for Teens (Ages 14-18)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Utilizing still life, students will learn step-by-step procedure along with the materials and craftsmanship  of oil paint.  Through studies and exercises, the essential skill of drawing accurately will be developed and the fascinating realms of color theory, composition and creating the illusion of dimension will be explored. Students will need to provide their own supplies. Click here for the instructor's recommended supply list.

(83) Beginner 14 - 18 years old
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$445

10 sessions

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Spring Break Camp: Ceramics Central (Ages 9-13)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Explore the possibilities of working in clay using different hand-building techniques, such as pinch, slab and coil. Design a pinchpot for succulents, design and build a box that tells a story, or create some gifts for friends and family. . . the possibilities are endless once you learn the basics!  Ceramics projects will be ready for pick up approximately 2 weeks after camp. Caregivers will be contacted via email when projects are ready.

(83) All levels 9 - 13 years old
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$325

5 sessions

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Spring Break Camp: Visual Arts Camp (Ages 4-5)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Our youngest campers will have early exposure to artistic materials and youth craft projects to become familiar with the foundations of early childhood artmaking. We’ll create masks, and a watercolor planetary mobile. These projects will help build fine motor-skills while allowing space for material exploration and play.

(83) All levels 4 - 5 years old
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$305

5 sessions

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Spring Break Camp: Mixed Media (Ages 6-8)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Our hero-inspired projects will build upon existing art making skills while working with a variety of artistic media, including painting, sculpture and assemblage. Create an illustrated origin story, a hero self-portrait, an action-packed comic, and a sculpture of an everyday hero. Experiment, discover, and create!

(83) All levels 6 - 8 years old
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$305

5 sessions

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Spring Break Camp: Exploring Clay (Ages 6-8)

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Learn hand-building techniques as you pinch, coil, and mold projects inspired by superheroes. Some ceramic projects include a secret lair, home planet, or trusty side-kick.  Ceramics projects will be ready for pick up approximately 2 weeks after camp. Caregivers will be contacted via email when projects are ready.

(83) All levels 6 - 8 years old
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$325

5 sessions

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