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Unleash your child's creativity with a wide range of art classes for kids in NYC. From painting and drawing to sculpture and ceramics, they'll learn new skills, express themselves, and gain confidence in their artistic abilities.

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Kids Art Day Camp Ages 4-7 (UWS)

The Paint Place @ 243 W 72nd St, New York, NY

Welcome to the best artsy vacation camp for kids in New York City! If you’re looking for something FUN and creative for kids during vacation week, look no further! Every day during February school vacation week in NYC, budding artists will have a blast as they create two unique art projects to feel proud of. With a warm and engaging professional artist educator as their guide, kids will learn new artistic techniques while feeling inspired to express...

(414) All levels 4 - 7 years old
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$65

12 sessions

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Becky's Giddy Stew: Bookmaking, Collage & More

HiArt! @ 227 W 29 St, New York, NY

From instant books, to accordions, to pop-up, recycled, experimental and 3D, kids will explore the many levels of book arts, the interplay of image and text and so many new ways to and fulfill the stories in their imaginations. Dive into the world of artists’ books, collage, architecture and crazy fun with Becky Brown and her Giddy Stew. Drawing on Becky's incredible artwork kids will reach new levels of inspiration and information.

All levels 3 - 15 years old
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$700

12 sessions

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Magical Mega Manga Camp

HiArt! @ 227 W 29 St, New York, NY

The most fabulous manga intensive this side of Tokyo! A two -week session of super manga drawing, anime reading and watching, painting, writing and maybe even learning a little Japanese. Hold your hats manga lovers! This is your chance to learn not only how to draw manga characters but to develop and write manga. Manga is an incredible way for kids who love to draw to find their own path and be cool at the same time. Highly stylized and formulaic,...

All levels 5 - 15 years old
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$1,375

5 sessions

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All Ages Welcome: Fall Leaves

The Paint Place @ 243 W 72nd St, New York, NY

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners-no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help you create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night! This class is for ages 7 and up.

(414) Beginner 7 and older
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The Producers: A Videomaking Extravaganza for Arty Kids

HiArt! @ 227 W 29 St, New York, NY

Kids will join internationally renowned visual and performance artist, Guy Richards Smit, to make a sitcom - from scratch - out of Mozart’s Cosi Fan Tutte, Kids will adapt the libretto, incorporate improv comedy, props & costumes and make an original TV show!  Too much fun! Too many skills: Opera, Creative Writing, Set and Costume Design, Video Art, Laughter & More!

All levels 8 - 10 years old
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$775

8 sessions

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Magic Class for Kids

RESOBOX @ 203 W 20th St, New York, NY

Abra Kadabra, Alakazam!  A professional Japanese magician will teach students how to perform tricks that are sure to amaze! The curriculum will start out with easy-to-understand rubber band and card tricks, and gradually increase to include more complicated tricks. Students will learn a few new magic tricks with plenty of time to practice them in each class. Benefits of learning magic include: a boost in self-confidence, heightened public-speaking...

(518) All levels 8 and older
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Afterschool Art (Astoria)

The Paint Place @ 31-21 31st St, Astoria, NY

Kids will learn all aspects of painting, work with various mediums, learn about famous artists with a mini art history lesson, work with multimedia and collages, and lots more. Young artists are encouraged to express themselves freely without any judgement and without being held back by old fashioned methods of art instruction.

(414) All levels 7 - 11 years old
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$765

17 sessions

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Dancing Designers After School (Grades 2-4)

Creative Stage @ 154 W 93rd St, New York, NY

This ground breaking class has two exciting components--dance, and costume design. Each day, students work with a team of professional teaching artists. Clare Wasserman will guide the group as they design and construct the costumes they will wear for their final showcase performance. Using musical selections by famous composers as inspiration, Actress/Choreographer, Christina Beck will lead the class as they devise an original story. Next the group...

All levels 7 - 9 years old
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$485

11 sessions

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Drawing, Painting & Self-Expression (Ages 6-11)

The Art Studio NY @ 145 W 96th St, New York, NY

Calling all creative budding artists who are eager to express themselves creatively AND have an incredible amount of fun in the process! In our #1-Rated art lessons in NYC for kids, children will: Learn to express themselves authentically and freely through art  Create multiple paintings, drawings, collages, printmaking, and mixed-media art projects  Learn a wide variety of art techniques  Receive nurturing one-on-one expert art...

(631) All levels 6 - 11 years old
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$35.35
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Comic Books: Art of The Origin Story

Uptown Stories, Inc. @ 178 Bennett Ave, New York, NY

Uncover the hidden pasts of your favorite comic book characters! Explore the art of crafting captivating origin stories that will leave readers on the edge of their seats. Join us at Uptown Stories, Inc. to learn the secrets behind creating compelling characters that will keep fans hooked.

All levels 10 - 14 years old
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$350

3 sessions

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Kids Introduction to Animation: Stop-Motion & More!

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 33 Washington St, Brooklyn, NY

In this exciting class, young creators will be guided through the steps of producing their very own stop-motion movie! Students work with a variety of materials and create objects, sets, figures and props, as well as learning camera and lighting basics.  Working within industry standard Premiere Pro, students learn the fundamentals of animation sequencing, color correction, making cool titles, finding and mixing great music, as well as learning...

(179) Beginner 5 - 9 years old
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$700

10 sessions

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Off the Wall Art: Alternative Styles in Painting + Mixed Media

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY

Curious about combining media? Discover non-traditional and unconventional media working in 2D or 3D art work. Explore recycled materials; magazines, colored papers, newspapers, recycled machine parts or toys, string, fabric, threads, plastics and add paint, pastels, and combine them with printed text or quotes and titles to create personal art highlighting your own personality. This is an adventurous class for artists who like to explore and much...

(179) All levels 9 - 12 years old
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$675

9 sessions

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What the Flip Books

Uptown Stories, Inc. @ 178 Bennett Ave, New York, NY

We’re going back to the roots of animation, using just watercolors, ink, pencils, and the magic of flip books. We'll look at examples from flip book artists that tell pocket-size stories you’ll be mesmerized by. We’ll also learn about how animators use layers of hand illustrations to bring stories to the screen. Then we’ll break down movements of the illustrated stories we want to tell, bringing our vibrant worlds to life in our own amazing...

All levels 8 - 11 years old
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$250

3 sessions

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Graffiti + Street Art for Teens

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY

Discover the world of street art styles in this class for teens. Gain inspiration from iconic New York City street artists like Basquiat and Keith Haring, as well as contemporary international artists like Banksy. Join a guest professional graffiti artist and dive into this exciting medium that allows young adventurers to explore new techniques and create their own unique art pieces.

(179) Beginner 9 - 14 years old
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$525

7 sessions

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Oiche Shamhna

Irish Arts Center @ 553 W 51st St, New York, NY

Join us for our annual Halloween event where children enjoy an Irish connection to New York City’s favorite holiday.  This year, children will learn about and experience the Celtic Cailleachor “crone,” or more commonly known now as the “witch.” Real Irish crones will come out to play to lead witches-brew cooking classes, laugh workshops, storytelling, apple catching, spooky experiments, and, of course, turnip carving! With...

(51) All levels 7 and older
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Free
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Beginning Knitting for Kids (Grades 4-7)

The Yarn Company @ 2274 Broadway, New York, NY

Learn the basics of casting on and the knit stitch and start a great new project. Scarf, hat, fingerless mitts, bag, laptop/ipad/ipod cover, blanket, headband and more. Choose your own yarn at the store and your own project. Materials are not included. Try to come early to choose your project (yarn and needles). We have such a huge selection! Note: Materials are not included and must be purchased at our store. No outside materials will be allowed...

(76) Beginner 10 - 13 years old
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Kids: How to Paint Cartoon Characters

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY

Love Cartooning? This class is perfect for children who cannot get enough comic books, superheroes, or fantasy characters. Learn how to draw (first) and then paint your favorite cartoon character portraits or you can design your own on fully realized canvas! In our course young artists will learn: How to sketch out and block your subject The basics of colors: color mixing, tones and choosing the right color palette for mood and atmosphere...

(179) Beginner 5 - 8 years old
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$490

7 sessions

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I Love Animals: Drawing + Painting for Kids

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY

Unleash your creativity and learn how to skillfully capture the unique characteristics of animals through drawing and painting. Join us at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo and discover the joy of creating amazing portraits of your favorite animals in their natural habitats. Dive into color, textures, and dynamic compositions as you bring these beautiful creatures to life on canvas.

(179) All levels 4 - 8 years old
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$490

7 sessions

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Portfolio Preparation for Teens

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY

Unlock your artistic potential and stand out from the crowd with Portfolio Preparation for Teens at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo. Work closely with a professional teaching artist to create a unique body of work tailored to your college application requirements. Join us and let your art speak for itself.

(179) All levels 12 - 17 years old
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$455

7 sessions

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Beginner's Guide to Digital Art with Procreate App for Teens

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ 98 Water St, Brooklyn, NY

Discover the exciting world of Digital Art with Procreate App in this beginner's course. Unleash your creativity and learn to create stunning digital art images using your sketches, paintings, or photographs. Join us at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo and embark on a journey into the digital art realm.

(179) Beginner 9 - 14 years old
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$455

7 sessions

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