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Feb 27 - Apr 29
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Art class 8-week session, $130 for most classes

April 1/2 session signup $65 for 4 weeks
see class listings below for availability

Coming up: May 1 - June 24
Art class 8-week session, $130 for most classes
registration opens soon!


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Health & Safety
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KEEP OUR INSTRUCTORS & STUDENTS HEALTHY
Please stay home if you are sick.  We are happy to offer credits or make up times for missed classes.



Half Sessions 
Some instructors permit 4 week (1/2 session) signups for $65 if the class curriculum permits; please contact creativeartsclasses@gmail.com or text/call 815.219.9243 if you would like to check availability for a 4-week session for a specific class.

Drop-ins
$18 drop-ins to Creative Choice or Studio Art classes are available if there is space in the class.  Please contact creativeartsclasses@gmail.com or text/call 815.219.9243 if you would like to check availability for a drop-in.

Age Limits
If student is younger than listed age limit, class registration will be voided and payment refunded.  Age limits are set by our instructors to strive for the best possible creative environment for both students and staff.


DIGITAL ART open studio art, AGES 10 & up

Digital Art 
Scott Little
TUES  4:00-5:20pm  Ages 11-17 
TUES  5:30-6:50pm  Ages 13 & up
$130 for 8 weeks; (no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Create characters, creatures and concept art!  Bring your own device to create digital art, or use our iPads with Procreate, or iMacs with Photoshop & Illustrator (using Wacom tablet & stylus).  Open studio style class; students design projects and instructor assists.

Draw & Animate 
Sam Sieber & Bianca Jimenez
FRI 4:00-5:20pm age 10 & up
April 1/2 session signup $65 for 4 weeks

Learn how to draw digitally or traditionally, plus explore animation using 2D animation techniques with Procreate.  Bring your own device, or use our studio iPads with Apple Pencil to make your art, or draw with colored pencil and markers.  Stop-motion animation now available!

Digital Art & Anatomy
Juno Jensen
WED 5:30-6:50pm Ages 13 & up
April 1/2 session signup $65 for 4 weeks

Learn digital or traditional art with a focus on anatomy; design your own characters and creatures in this fun class.  Use Procreate on our studio iPads, or bring your own choice of tablet. Students may also draw with pencil, colored pencil, pen or art markers.  Open studio style class; students design projects and instructor assists.

Character Design
Juno Jensen
WED 4:00-5:20pm Ages 13 & up - FULL
SAT 1:00-2:20pm Ages 13 & up - OPEN
April 1/2 session signup $65 for 4 weeks

Draw, paint and create your own character & creature designs!  Use paper & pencil or iPad & Apple Pen.  Learn  how to draw hair, clothing, hands/paws, and more.  All supplies provided - including watercolor, colored pencil, markers and iPads.  This class is open studio, where students decide on projects and the instructor assists with bringing their ideas to life.


YOUNG ARTISTS step-by-step art, AGES 4-10

Draw It 
Hannah Daley
MON 4:15-5:15pm   Age 6-8 - FULL
WED 5:45-6:45pm   Age 6-8 - FULL
Different fee (1-hour class) $85 for 8 weeks
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Follow along as a class as we sketch and draw a variety of subjects, such as animals, plants, and more. Students will turn simple shapes into complex objects.  NEW drawings taught every session.  Step-by-step class.

Art Fundamentals - coming soon!
Thomas Egger
TUES 5:30-6:50pm Age 8-10

Make art using a variety of mediums and techniques while exploring the elements of art: line, color, value, texture, form,and shape.  New skills & projects taught each session.  This is a step-by-step project-based class.


ABC's of Art
Linda Cannizzo & Hannah Daley
THURS 4:00-5:00pm Age 4-5 - FULL
Different fee (1-hour class) $85 for 8 weeks
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Build art-making skills in this class. Create artwork and have fun by exploring a variety of mediums and projects designed to develop fine motor skills. Use, watercolor, tempera, pastels and more.  New skills & projects taught each session.  This is a step-by-step project-based class.

Mini-Monet
THURS 5:30-6:50pm Age 6-8  -Linda Cannizzo & Hannah Daley - FULL
SAT 9:30-10:50am  Age 6-8   -Thomas Egger
$130 for 8 weeks - OPEN

(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Learn about famous artists and create art using a variety of techniques and mediums. Explore drawing, painting, mixed media and more.  New skills & projects taught each session.  This is a step-by-step project-based class.

Let's Sculpt 
Thomas Egger
WED 4:00-5:20pm Age 6-8
SAT 11:00am-12:20pm Age 6-8
$130 for 8 weeks
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Learn how to design and sculpt, then paint your creations.  Try animals, characters, mini food, more! Build skills and have fun.  New projects every session.

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Let's Sculpt!

DRAWING & PAINTING open studio art, AGES 8-17

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Creative Choice

OPEN - MON 5:30-6:50pm  Age 8-12  -Hannah Daley
April 1/2 session signup $65 for 4 weeks

FULL - TUES 5:30-6:50pm Age 8-12/13-17  -Therese Wiser
FULL - SAT 9:30-10:50am  Age 8-12/13-17  -Therese Wiser

Choose to draw, paint, and explore!  Select your subject, then create with acrylics, watercolors, oil pastels, graphite, colored pencil, charcoal & more. This class style is open studio, where students decide on projects and the instructor assists with bringing their idea to life.

Acrylic Painting 
Scott Little
MON
5:30-6:50pm   Age 16 & up
THURS 4:00-5:20pm   Age 9 & up
$130 for 8 weeks 
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Learn acrylic painting techniques like composition, blending, and blocking in colors, then add detail for a finished artwork.  Instructor will demonstrate specific techniques step-by-step, with time in class to work on your own compositions using the techniques you've learned.

Character Design
Juno Jensen
WED 4:00-5:20pm Ages 13 & up
SAT 1:00-2:20pm Ages 13 & up
April 1/2 session signup $65 for 4 weeks

Draw, paint and create your own character & creature designs!  Use paper & pencil or iPad & stylus.  Learn anatomy, how to draw clothing, and more.  All supplies provided - including watercolor, colored pencil, markers or iPad.  This class is open studio, where students decide on projects and the instructor assists with bringing their ideas to life.

Draw Manga
Sam Sieber
WED 5:30-6:50pm    Age 11-17 - FULL
THURS  4:00-5:20pm   Age 9-12 - OPEN
April 1/2 session signup $65 for 4 weeks

Learn to draw manga/anime original characters, animals, creatures, and scenes.  Design from reference or your imagination, and use marker, colored pencil, watercolor, and more.  Open studio class with some step-by-step instruction on how to draw eyes, hands, animals, and poses.

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Drawing Studio
Janet Balboa 
THURS 4:00-5:20pm  Age 11-16 
April 1/2 session signup
$65 for 4 weeks

Explore different forms of drawing, such as graphite, colored pencil, marker, or pen & ink.  Instructor will demonstrate techniques and guide students to complete individual artwork, using professional supplies. You bring your imagination, and we provide everything else.  Open studio class.

Studio Art
Scott Little
THURS 5:30-6:50pm   Age 12 & up 
$130 for 8 weeks
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Open studio class for art students to explore drawing, painting, & polymer clay sculpture.  Create from your imagination, and learn techniques to render with oils, acrylics, watercolor, markers, pencils, or polymer clay.  Great class to explore different forms of art.  Students decide on their unique projects and the instructor assists with bringing their idea to the next level.

2D Studio Art
Therese Wiser
SAT 11:00am-12:20pm; Age 10  to adult (work on individual projects with instructor assistance)
April 1/2 session signup $65 for 4 weeks

Draw, paint, and more.  Create from your imagination, and learn techniques to render with markers, pencil or acrylics.  Great class to explore different forms of art.  This class style is open studio, where students decide on projects and the instructor assists with bringing their ideas to the next level.

Magical Creatures
Hannah Daley
FRI 4:00-5:20pm Ages 10-14 - FULL
$130 for 8 weeks
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Draw dragons, unicorns, monsters and more using art markers, colored pencils, gel pens, and watercolors.   Build skills in shading, textures, and color while drawing magical creatures.  Some step-by-step demonstrations; final projects are designed by the student with instructor assistance.

Draw Nature
Mary Kate Thompson
FRI 5:30-6:50pm   Age 10 & up 
April 1/2 session signup $65 for 4 weeks

Learn to draw realistic plants & animals in this open studio class.  See how to add interesting textured backgrounds and words to create your own scientific illustrations.  Instructor will bring in real animal skulls and specimens to draw.  Students can use colored pencil, art markers, or studio iPads to create their artwork.
View instructor art:
artofmarykatethompson.com

Story Factory - coming soon!
Bianca Jimenez

Learn how to take your story or illustration ideas and create a mini 'zine, comic or picture book by drawing or using our iPads.  Express your creativity and self-publish your mini book!  Open studio class - students bring their idea and instructor shows techniques to develop their original printed book.


3D ART - sculpting, sewing & more

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Sculpt Fantasy/Sci-Fi
Scott Little
MON 4:00-5:20pm  Age 11-17
$130 for 8 weeks
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Make 3D characters, objects & creatures from your imagination!  Make a elves, mermaids, dragons & more.  Sculpt with polymer clay, then bake & paint.  We'll start with a wire base, then wrap clay around it and add details like scales, fur & feathers.  Last, we will paint with acrylics to add shine and more details.  Open studio - students create and instructor assists.

Clay Art
Tami McMillan
MON 4:00-5:20pm  Age 8-14 - FULL
Different fee: $145 for 8 weeks
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Step-by-step introduction to kiln-fired clay art.  Learn to hand-build cute clay animals and decorations.  Instructor will lead projects, then students can add their own creative flair and glaze for colorful effects.

3D Art 
Thomas Egger
TUES 4:00-5:20pm Age 8-12
$130 for 8 weeks
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Create polymer clay sculptures and paint wood projects in this fun class.  From mini animals to shadow boxes, learn to make tiny 3D worlds!  A variety of projects demonstrated, students choose subject matter.  Step-by-step instruction.

Sew It 
Sam Sieber
TUES  4:00-5:20pm   Age 9-12 - FULL
THURS 5:30-6:50pm  Age 11 & up - 1 spot left
$130 for 8 weeks
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Learn to hand and machine sew, plus design your own patterns.  Sample projects include hats, scarves, mini plushies, pillows, and more.  Class can be repeated to learn new skills - students decide on new projects every class session.  Open studio class; students design and instructor assists.
Note: Supplies included for most projects; advanced students may need to purchase additional supplies.

Cosplay Accessories
Vaughn McMillan
WED 5:30-6:50pm  Age 12 & up
$130 for 8 weeks
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)

Learn to create items to help dress up as your favorite characters.  Options include masks, props & hats, plus try out simple sewing techniques to transform your own clothes or thrift store finds into the ultimate cosplay.

Tabletop Game Design
Thomas Egger
FRI 4:00-6:00pm Age 12-17
$175 for 8 weeks (2 hour class)

Learn the skills and methods of game design by first playing a variety board/tabletop games, then designing boards and game pieces, and finally setting up the playing rules for a fun game you can play with your friends and family.  Students will learn in-depth tabletop game design and create a game board with pieces and/or card game in this fun class.

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Beginner Crochet
Alisia Duran
WED 5:30-6:50pm Age 10-14
FRI 4:00-5:20pm Age 10-14
$130 for 8 weeks
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)
April 1/2 session signup
$65 for 4 weeks

Fun with yarn!  Come and learn about different crocheting methods, like hooks, stitches and patterns.  You'll start by making simple crocheted squares that can be used to make scarves, pillows or blankets.  After that, repeat students can learn more advanced patterns to make hats, plushies, and more!  Step by step instruction.

Crochet Together
Alisia Duran
FRI 5:30-6:50pm
(no class Mar 26 - Apr 1)
Adults, or adult with child age 10 & up
Parents/guardians with youth welcome
$260 per pair/8 weeks; individuals $130/8 weeks


Come and learn about different crocheting methods, like hooks, stitches and patterns.  You'll start by making simple crocheted squares that can be used to make scarves, pillows or blankets.  After that, repeat students can learn more advanced patterns to make hats, jellyfish plushies, and more.  Step by step instruction.

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Please contact your instructor with specific questions about medium, classes, or absences.


Attendance & Make-up Classes
DO NOT COME TO CLASS IF YOU ARE SICK.  Please call or email the instructor if you will not be able to come to class.  Make up classes or class credit are available when you need to miss a class; contact the instructor for details.  KEEP OUR STUDIO INSTRUCTORS & STUDENTS HEALTHY - STAY HOME IF YOU ARE COUGHING, SNEEZING, HAVE A FEVER OR OTHER SYMPTOMS.
Please note:
Make up classes or class credit must be completed with original instructor.


Online Classes
Live classes available online through Zoom.  Art supply kits provided as needed.  Contact instructor for online class availability. Download Zoom free here: zoom.us/download

Cancellations
If classes are cancelled due to weather or other factors, notice will be posted on this website, on our Facebook page or call 815.219.9243.  Instructors will also call/text students individually.

Scholarships
Scholarship applications for students in financial need are available on our About page.
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