Find visual arts programs for kids and teens listed below. These classes teach kids a wide range of skills related to, and offer experiential learning in, different visual art forms. Below the list find more information and advice on what kids learn and how to find the best program. Read more
Programs listed below are focused on visual arts activities including painting, sculpting, and photography.
Sep 23 - Dec 09, 2024
Learn to draw portraits, still life, people wearing various types of clothing, animals and landscape. Visit website |
Sep 24 - Sep 26, 2024
Create wonderful works of imagination and aspiration as you’re expertly guided by skilled artists and CYC workers! Visit website |
Sep 24 - Nov 26, 2024
Children explore the art of Collagraph, Monotype, Gel Plate and other printmaking techniques! Visit website |
Sep 23 - Dec 09, 2024
Learn to draw, make, shape and paint as you create personalized and custom-made art, accessories and other nifty things! Visit website |
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Sep 18 - Nov 23, 2024
Students will cultivate creative strategies while exploring and developing new applications of technology and art! Visit website |
Sep 18 - Nov 24, 2024
Students will explore a variety of new skills each week such as basic woodworking, craft techniques, and robotics! Visit website |
Sep 18 - Nov 24, 2024
Explore your creative side while designing and building toys, games, gadgets and anything else you dream up. Visit website |
Nov 22, 2023 - Dec 31, 2024
Ease kindergarten worries: Our tailored Head Start Program helps transition smoothly! Visit website |
Sep 18 - Nov 23, 2024
Students will learn basic safety practices, hand tools, construction techniques, & finishing methods. No experience required! Visit website |
Sep 21 - Nov 23, 2024
Dive into the exciting world of 3D printing, where you'll discover different printers, materials, and the printing process. Visit website |
Sep 21 - Nov 23, 2024
Design, build and program a remote-controlled robot powerful enough to battle other robots! Visit website |
Sep 18 - Nov 24, 2024
Explore your creative side while designing and building toys, games, gadgets and anything else you dream up. Visit website |
Sep 18 - Nov 23, 2024
Dive deeper into the world of coding and robotics by building more sophisticated electronics projects with LEDs and motors. Visit website |
Sep 18 - Nov 23, 2024
Learn how to create architectural scale models using 3D design software, circuit building, furniture design, and 3D printing. Visit website |
Jan 04 - Nov 24, 2024
Spend all day with horses learning all about horses for riders of all levels Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Learn from highly educated, experienced voice teachers. PhD, DMA. Fun, eclectic singing lessons. Visit website |
Jan 08 - Dec 20, 2024
Professional trumpet lessons with exceptional teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Jul 02, 2024 - Jan 03, 2025
Don't let the summer slide happen to your child! At Three R's, our camp reinforces previous learning while having fun! Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Learn to write original songs. Be creative. Highly educated teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Gain valuable performing experience in a rock band setting. Learn to jam, write songs, & improvise. Play for a live audience! Visit website |
Jan 08 - Dec 20, 2024
Learn to play your favorite songs in a band setting. Learn teamwork and accountability as you work together in a band. Visit website |
Mar 01, 2024 - Dec 22, 2025
Structured, reinforcing projects in the subject pathways of fabrication, physical computing, engineering and digital arts. Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Engaging mandolin lessons with highly educated & experienced teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Sep 30, 2024 - Jun 06, 2025
At Outdoor School, nature is our classroom. Children join us each week during the school year to explore, learn and grow. Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Learn to play the banjo with expert teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Online, in-home, or studio. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Jan 08 - Dec 20, 2024
Learn to play the oboe with highly educated and experienced teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Dec 23, 2021 - Dec 31, 2037
Through fun expeditions and mentored personal progression, Rover Scouts benefit from thrilling opportunities with friends. Visit website |
Jan 08 - Dec 20, 2024
Have fun learning to strum or pick the acoustic guitar. Be the star of the campfire! Free first lesson! Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Play guitar in a group ensemble. Learn your favorite songs, music, and video game sound tracks. Have fun! Visit website |
Dec 23, 2021 - Dec 31, 2037
Cubs embark on outdoor adventures like hikes, camping & paddling, and explore fun activities in STEM & cultural experiences. Visit website |
Sep 30, 2024 - Jun 06, 2025
Children join us each week during the school year to explore, learn and grow and play after school. Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Viola lessons with award winning teachers. Highly educated: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Sep 11, 2024 - May 22, 2025
Made for youth who love musical theatre and want to dive deeper into their skills in a fun, inclusive environment! Visit website |
Sep 30, 2024 - Jun 06, 2025
At Outdoor School, nature is our classroom. Children join us each week during the school year to explore, learn and grow. Visit website |
Jan 08 - Dec 20, 2024
Specialized electric guitar lessons that are fun, rewarding and challenging. Free first lesson! Visit website |
Oct 19 - Nov 23, 2024
A 6-week prevention program uses story-telling and fun, engaging activities to help children understand addiction. Visit website |
Dec 23, 2021 - Dec 31, 2037
Scouts take their outdoor adventure skills to the next level with mountain biking, rock climbing, lots of camping and more. Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Innovative Bassoon lessons with highly educated teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Jan 01, 2022 - Dec 23, 2041
Discover adventures like camping, hiking, playing games and enjoying campfires. Make great new friends and lasting memories! Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Fun, challenging clarinet lessons with expert teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! At home, online, or studio! Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Professional trombone lessons with highly educated teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Creative Tuba lessons with professional teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Oct 25, 2024 - Jun 01, 2025
By unplugging and learning to live with the land, teens build resilience, confidence and leadership. Visit website |
Dec 23, 2021 - Dec 31, 2037
Venturer Scouts explore their potential & ambition through challenging adventures and nurture an active & healthy lifestyle. Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Fun, affordable piano lessons in the comfort of your home, online, or at our High Park studio. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Professional Euphonium and Baritone lessons with expert teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Fun, affordable saxophone lessons with professional teachers (PhD, DMA, MMus.). Have fun while learning. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Sep 07, 2024 - Jun 25, 2025
in MYC class children and parents will enjoy 45 min music playing, singing, notation, dance, and music games. Visit website |
Oct 02, 2024 - Jun 04, 2025
Join us weekly to hang out, be challenged by experienced mentors, and grow your knowledge of nature and outdoor skills! Visit website |
Jan 08 - Dec 20, 2024
Drum set and percussion lessons with award winning teachers. Highly educated: PhD, DMA. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Fun, affordable bagpipe lessons in the comfort of your Toronto home. Expert teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Sep 10, 2024 - Jun 11, 2025
Students learn & rehearse a musical, and perform a fully staged show at the end of each session. No prior experience needed! Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Engaging harp lessons in-person (at home or studio) or online. Free 1st lesson! Award wining harp teachers! Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Our ukulele after school program is fun, rewarding, & challenging. Learn to sing & play your favorite songs! Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Exciting and challenging French Horn lessons with highly educated teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Jan 09 - Dec 20, 2024
Highly educated violin teachers (PhD, DMA, MMus) are available to teach you or your children. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
Jan 08 - Dec 20, 2024
Challenging and rewarding flute lessons with highly educated teachers: PhD, DMA, MMus. Free 1st lesson! Visit website |
OurKids.net lists camps and programs in dozens of cities across the country. Find your city in the list below and find visual arts lessons near you.
For kids who love visual arts, there are many different ways you can indulge in this passion. See related options below:
Kids and teens learn a variety of skills in visual arts programs and classes, as described below. Some of these are more hands-on skills while others are more theoretical. Consult with each program above to confirm what they teach.
Fundamental visual arts concepts. Some key visual arts concepts are form, perspective, anatomy, composition, value, and lighting. Instructors will provide students with assignments and exercises that provide a deep understanding of these concepts. Kids will learn how to create appealing art designs that embody each of these concepts.
2D and 3D creation. Each art discipline varies between 2D and 3D design. 2D design teaches kids how to construct images with width and height. In 3D design, children practice depicting width, height, and depth. Both styles develop children’s creativity and the ability to represent the world in more than one way.
Motor skills. The experiential learning structure of visual arts classes forces children to work with their hands. As this occurs, children begin to strengthen the joints and muscles in their hands. This can improve their fine motor skills as well as the quality of their work.
Visual storytelling. Visual art can integrate visual elements with storytelling. In these visual art forms, kids will learn how colour, perspective, and composition enhance tension and depicts character and setting. Visual storytelling helps kids create more thematic and emotional art pieces.
Visual or fine arts programs have many advantages. Below learn about some of the main ones you can expect.
Exposure to many art forms. A diverse range of art forms are available to students interested in visual arts programs. Kids can learn a wide variety of skills, such as painting, drawing, digital design, sculpting, photography, and filmmaking. This can help your child find their artistic niche.
Use a variety of materials. Each art form involves a unique blend of tools and materials. For example, in painting classes, kids will experiment with oil, acrylic, and watercolour paints. Other artistic tools and materials (for other art forms) include graphite and charcoal pencils, modelling clay, digital cameras, and Photoshop. Using a wide range of materials can help develop your child’s skills and broaden their horizons.
Inspires future artists. Visual arts programs are led by experienced and passionate artists. The education children receive in class will be thorough, professional, and fun. This environment provides a lens into the professional visual arts world and allows kids and teens to reflect on their career goals. They’ll also have the opportunity to build a mentorship with their instructors which builds their network.
Builds an art portfolio. Art portfolios should include work that uses multiple art techniques and media, the artist’s point of view, unique observational designs, and research for context. Visual arts programs will provide students with the right tools, media, and the flexibility for them to create designs that fit the criteria of post-secondary art portfolios.
Experiential learning. Kids in visual arts programs do lots of hands-on work and artistic creation as part of their education. This can inspire and further develop their passion for the arts. They can also apply the skills they learn to their future academic or career aspirations.
Creative outlet. Creating visual art proves to be an alternative form of communication for children. It allows them to exercise their curiosity, improve their observational skills, and articulate their point of view in a unique way.
Age-appropriate education. The visual arts curriculum is tailored to students’ ages. For example, young children will complete activities that focus on improving their motor skills while older children tend to learn about and create complex designs.
You’ll want to ensure you find the right visual arts program for your child. To learn whether a program is the right fit, ask plenty of questions. Below are a few sample ones.
If your child enjoys the visual arts, there are plenty of other programs they may also benefit from. For instance, a performing arts or music program may be a good fit. Some other options are below.
Fashion design camp explores drawing designs on paper or using digital software. Kids are given the opportunity to bring their creations to life as they research, sew, and present their designs. Kids learn to work with different clothing trends and body types.
Animation camp lets kids design characters, settings, and more, before adding movement to their creations. Camps amplify and challenge kids’ understanding of the fundamentals of visual art, for instance, through visual storytelling.
3D printing camp lets kids explore their creativity to design 3D images on a computer, before 3D-printing it. These camps enrich children’s understanding of width, height, and depth. They also blend kids’ artistic skills with modern technology.
Baking camp explores a fun outlet for decorating and design, giving kids a very practical application for what’s learned in a visual arts program. Baking camp can enhance children’s fine motor skills and improve their organization. Children will also learn how to navigate their way around the kitchen.
Combine this with more advice on ourkids.net
"6 things your art portfolio must have." CCA.edu
"Experiential learning." Wikipedia.
"2D VS. 3D Graphic Design for Marketing." Digital Polo Inc.
How many Visual arts classes are there?
There are 4 programs specializing in Visual Arts (multi). In addition, there are 53 programs offering visual arts (multi) as an activity. Use the filters to narrow by age and program type, then click on matched programs to see daily activities, dates, rates and registration information.
What are the fees to attend Visual arts classes?
Fees for Visual arts classes range from $198 to $220 per program (program types and lengths vary). Use the filters here to narrow programs by age and type.
What age do Visual arts classes start at?
There are programs available for children aged 5 through 12.
Where can parents meet with Visual arts classes?
Meet with program directors and staff at the Our Kids Camp & Program Expo. The Expo is held annually in February, and is a fun and informative day for parents, kids, and teens. Find event details and free tickets here.
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