FALL SEMESTER 2023

Kid Painting & Drawing Classes

6342 Explorations in Watercolor (ages 10–14)
Instructor: Kat Block
Mondays, 4–6 PM
Come and explore the possibilities of this vibrant and versatile medium! Learn various painting techniques, how to make textures in watercolor using a variety of materials, and how to layer and blend color to create luminosity. Students can reproduce the painting demonstrated in class or work from their own sketch or photo reference. Individual attention will be emphasized. Materials fee covers some supplies.
5 sessions: 9/18–10/23 (no class on 9/25)
Tuition: member $175, non-member $195
Materials fee: $15

6346/6415 Drawn to Drawing: The Young Artist’s Sketchbook (ages 7–10)
Instructor: Katie Truk
6346 Mondays, 5:30–6:30 PM
6415 Tuesdays, 6–7 PM
Does your child draw all the time? Like a sport, drawing is a skill that improves with practice. This class will build upon basic drawing skills, such as contour lines and shading, to give students confidence in their abilities. In addition, at the beginning of the session, a sketchbook will be given to students for additional, although not mandatory, practice at home (fun and creativity are always the main priority!) to help reinforce lessons and develop skills learned in class.
6346 10 sessions: 9/18–11/27 (no class on 9/25)
6415 10 sessions: 9/19–11/28 (no class on 10/31)
Tuition: member $253, non-member $273
Materials fee: $38

6443 Explore Drawing & Painting (ages 6–9)
Instructor: Amanda Ciurciu
Mondays, 6–7 PM
Explore the principles of drawing and painting in this hands-on, multi-media class. Learn about 2D fundamentals such as line, shape, composition, and color. Students will explore a variety of materials including graphite, charcoal, pastel, paint, and more. Please bring a smock or wear play clothes.
10 sessions: 9/18–11/27 (no class on 9/25)
Tuition: member $253, non-member $273
Materials fee: $36

6364 Draw Your Art Out! (ages 7–9)
Instructor: Alicia Cotter
Tuesdays, 4–5:30 PM
Dive into drawing in this fun and dynamic class! Explore new drawing techniques in a variety of black & white and color media such as pencil, charcoal, and pastel. Learn core principles like how to use light and shadow to make your drawings pop, proportions, blending colors, and more.
10 sessions: 9/19–11/28 (no class on 10/31)
Tuition: member $317, non-member $347
Materials fee: $42

6444/6445 Introduction to Character Design & Animation (ages 8–12)
Instructor: Amanda Ciurciu
6444 Tuesdays, 4–5:30 PM
6445 Wednesdays, 6:30–8 PM
Spanning from the fundamentals of drawing to scenario-based character design to storyboarding and beyond, this comprehensive course will teach students all about 2D hand-drawn animation. Referencing the art of masters such as Walt Disney and Hayao Miyazaki, students will gather a historical perspective of the art of animation and will be encouraged to take what they learn and apply it to their own characters and animation projects.
6444 10 sessions: 9/19–11/28 (no class on 10/31)
6445 10 sessions: 9/20–11/22
Tuition: member $317, non-member $347
Materials fee: $42

6285 NEW! Inspired by the Masters (ages 5–6)
Instructor: Alicia Cotter
Wednesdays, 4–5:30 PM
Each week, students will learn about an artist from history and step into their shoes to create different kinds of artwork. From drawing to painting, the instructor will introduce well-known artists and their signature art styles, such as Kusama dots, Rousseau animals, Warhol flowers, Matisse shapes, and more!
10 sessions: 9/20–11/22
Tuition: member $253, non-member $273
Materials fee: $38

6373 Introduction to Drawing & Painting (ages 6–9)
Instructor: Katie Truk
Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 PM
Is your child fascinated by drawing and painting? We teach the fundamentals of composition and perspective through still lifes and photographic sources while broadening techniques and creativity. Explore color, shading, texture, and, most importantly, imagination! Repeat students are welcome.
10 sessions: 9/20–11/22
Tuition: member $240, non-member $260
Materials fee: $35

6375 Fantasy Genre Drawing (ages 9–16)
Instructor: Doug Baron
Wednesdays, 6–8 PM
Are you a fan of fantasy fiction, films, and anime? Join Doug Baron on a fantastic journey with popular characters from Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings, Fullmetal Alchemist, and more! Learn how to draw fantasy classics such as dragons, unicorns, and other mythical creatures. Students will work in a variety of media such as acrylic paint, India ink, charcoal, and pastel.
10 sessions: 9/20–11/29 (no class on 11/8)
Tuition: member $338, non-member $368
Materials fee: $42

6399 Fundamentals of Drawing & Painting (ages 11–13)
Instructor: Andrea Gianchiglia
Thursdays, 4–5:30 PM
Build your foundation! Study composition, perspective, proportion, color theory, and values while creating still lifes, landscapes, portraiture, figure drawing, and more. Explore art concepts with demonstrations and step-by-step lessons to gain an understanding of what makes strong drawings and paintings. Materials fee covers the live (clothed) model and some provided supplies.
10 sessions: 9/21–12/7 (no class on 10/5 & 11/23)
Tuition: member $317, non-member $347
Materials fee: $42

6396 Paint Your Art Out! (ages 7–9)
Instructor: Alicia Cotter
Thursdays, 4–5:30 PM
Dive into painting in this fun and dynamic class! Explore new techniques and subject matters in both acrylic and watercolor paints. Learn about the color wheel, light and shadow, blending colors, and more!
10 sessions: 9/21–12/7 (no class on 10/12 & 11/23)
Tuition: member $317, non-member $347
Materials fee: $42

6447 Introduction to Illustration (ages 8–12)
Instructor: Amanda Ciurciu
Thursdays, 6:30–8 PM
Discover an art that fosters creativity and challenges the boundaries of your imagination: illustration! Working from a selection of fables, folklore, and prompts, students will get a chance to hone in on their personal style while learning how to develop characters and narratives within their artwork. Students will take inspiration from famous illustrators such as Beatrix Potter, Richard Scarry, and Maurice Sendak. A variety of mediums such as watercolor, gouache, and colored pencils will be used to create illustrations, mini storybooks, faux advertisements, and so much more.
10 sessions: 9/18–12/14 (no class on 11/2 & 11/23)
Tuition: member $317, non-member $347
Materials fee: $33

6408 Comics, Cartoons & Anime Drawing (ages 9–16)
Instructor: Doug Baron
Fridays, 4–5:30 PM
Calling all comics, cartoons, and anime lovers! Explore drawing popular characters and work on simple and effective techniques for creating your own character concepts. Master a unique style of creating cartoons, anime, and comic art—and have fun!
10 sessions: 9/22–12/8 (no class on 11/10)
Tuition: member $317, non-member $347
Materials fee: $42

6423 Drawing & Painting (ages 9–12)
Instructor: Stephen Yavorski
Saturdays, 10–11:30 AM
Raise the bar and reach the next level! Refine drawing and painting skills using charcoal, pastel, paint, and more through demonstrations, discussions, and individual attention. Explore the fundamentals of drawing and painting combined with imagination.
10 sessions: 9/23–12/2 (no class on 11/25)
Tuition: member $317, non-member $347
Materials fee: $42

6422 Cartoons & Anime Drawing (ages 7–10)
Instructor: Doug Baron
Saturdays, 10–11:30 AM
Are you a cartoon/anime/manga lover? Create your own characters! Explore comic book and manga-style drawing from dynamic perspectives to classic anime/manga facial features. We draw popular characters and work on simple and effective techniques for drawing and creating concepts. Master a unique style of creating cartoons, anime, and comic art—and have fun!
10 sessions: 9/23–12/16 (no class on 11/4, 11/11, & 11/25)
Tuition: member $317, non-member $347
Materials fee: $42

6450 NEW! Becoming the Legendary Artists (ages 7–9)
Instructor: Amanda Ciurciu
Saturdays, 10–11:30 AM
Students will explore the enriching world of art history through the fun, hands-on expression of their own artwork! Diving into different time periods, they will be given the opportunity to create pieces inspired by some of history’s greatest artistic names. Using a variety of materials and mediums that change weekly, children will get to make collages inspired by Picasso, paint like Frida Kahlo, learn pointillism with Seurat, and so much more!
10 sessions: 9/23–12/2 (no class on 11/25)
Tuition: member $317, non-member $347
Materials fee: $38

6426 Drawing & Painting: The Next Steps (ages 9–12)
Instructor: Heidi SanFilippo
Saturdays, 12:15–1:45 PM
This class is for students looking to take the next step in developing their skills and artistic training. The first part of the class will focus on exercises in charcoal and graphite of various subjects (including drawing from clothed models) focusing on texture, form, proportion, and value. The second part of the class will focus on techniques of painting in acrylic including color theory, brushwork, and styles of painting.
8 sessions: 9/23–12/2 (no class on 10/28, 11/11, & 11/25)
Tuition: member $250, non-member $280
Materials fee: $33