Summer Classes for Ages 7-10

Read the class descriptions below and sign up on the registration page!

Drawing & Painting

This class is all about hands-on creativity! Each session, students will complete a full drawing or painting project to take home, using materials like colored pencils, oil pastels, watercolor, and acrylics. We'll work from real-life objects and live animal subjects—past projects have included an alpaca, a mouse, and a turtle skeleton!

Students will build their skills while exploring different styles and techniques, learning how to bring their ideas to life on high-quality paper and canvas. This class takes place in the barn and out under the shade of the box elder tree, offering a beautiful and inspiring environment to create.

Schedule:

  • Instructor: Mrs. T

  • Days: Monday & Wednesday (10:30 AM – 12:00 PM) / Tuesday & Thursday (1:00 PM – 2:30 PM)

  • Cost: $30/class or $175 for a full 6-class session

NART (Nature & Art) (Ages 7-11)

This class blends art and nature, giving kids the chance to explore the outdoors and turn their observations into creative works of art. Students will spend time discovering the natural world—looking closely at plants, animals, and landscapes—before using a variety of artistic techniques to bring their findings to life. Each session results in a unique, nature-inspired piece to take home.

Schedule:

  • Instructor(s): Mr. Petersen & Mrs. T

  • Day: Friday (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

  • Cost: $40/class or $110 for a full 3-class session

Cartooning 1

Bring your favorite characters to life with fun and engaging drawing exercises! Each week, we’ll explore a new theme, helping students develop their drawing skills while adding their own creative style.

Weekly Themes:

  • Week 1: Movie Characters

  • Week 2: TV Show Characters

  • Week 3: Book & Video Game Characters

Whether drawing Pokémon, Bluey, Mario, or other beloved characters, students will gain confidence in their artistic abilities while having fun. This class is perfect for both beginners and experienced young artists who love cartoons and want to improve their drawing skills.

Schedule:

  • Instructor: Ms. Hanlon

  • Days: Tuesday & Thursday (10:30 AM – 12:00 PM)

  • Cost: $30/class or $175 for a full 6-class session

Clay & Sculpture 1

Get ready to build, shape, and create! In this hands-on class, students will explore clay and found objects to make unique sculptures. They’ll learn basic techniques for molding and designing while bringing their ideas to life. Projects may include animals, abstract designs, or functional pieces!

All supplies are provided, and students will complete multiple projects throughout the session.

Schedule:

  • Instructor: Mr. Berta

  • Days: Monday & Wednesday (1:00 PM – 2:30 PM)

  • Cost: $180 for a full 6-class session (full session enrollment required unless approved by the instructor)

Jewelry (Ages 9+)

Design and create your own one-of-a-kind jewelry! In this class, students will work with Fimo clay, a soft and easy-to-use polymer clay that hardens when heated. Using bright, vibrant colors, students will sculpt beads shaped like food, animals, and more to craft unique necklaces and bracelets.

This class is a great way to explore creativity while learning hands-on techniques for jewelry making. No experience needed—just bring your imagination!

Schedule:

  • Days: Monday & Wednesday (3:00 PM – 4:30 PM)

  • Cost: $35/class or $200 for a full 6-class session

Discover the art of sewing in a whole new way! This hands-on fiber arts class blends creativity and craftsmanship as students transform fabric and thread into unique, nature-inspired sculptures. Each session will explore different sewing techniques, from hand-stitching to soft sculpting, to bring imaginative designs to life.

Past projects have included mushrooms, strawberries, and avocados—this year’s creations will be just as fun and full of personality! Whether you’re a beginner or already love to sew, this class is a great way to develop new skills, experiment with texture and form, and create something truly special.

Schedule:

  • Day: Friday (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

  • Cost: $40/class or $110 for a full 3-class session

Fiber Arts (Ages 9+)

Print Making (Ages 9+)

Discover the art of printmaking and create bold, layered designs! In this hands-on class, students will explore different printmaking techniques such as gel-printing, block printing, monoprinting, and stamping. They'll carve, ink, and press their own designs onto paper and fabric, experimenting with texture, color, and pattern.

Each session introduces a new method, allowing students to build skills and take home unique prints. Perfect for artists who love bold visuals and creative experimentation!

Schedule:

  • Days: Monday & Wednesday (3:00 PM – 4:30 PM)

  • Cost: $35/class or $200 for a full 6-class session

Digital Art (Ages 9+)

Step into the world of digital creativity! This class introduces young artists to digital drawing and design using professional art tools and software. Students will learn how to create characters, landscapes, and imaginative artwork while exploring concepts like layering, shading, and color theory in a digital space.

At this time, we are unable to provide students with technology for this class. We recommend using an iPad with a stylus, but a laptop with a drawing tablet can also work. If access to technology is a barrier to participation, please contact us—we’re happy to discuss options!

Schedule:

  • Days: Tuesday & Thursday (2:30-4:00 PM)

  • Cost: $25/class or $150 for a full 6-class session

Scholarships

If you are unable to pay for any of the classes listed above, please contact Mrs. T for a scholarship opportunity at stabaczka@gmail.com