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Tween Classes

For artists ages 11-13

Upcoming Classes for Tweens

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Upcoming Classes Calendar

Family Paint Together Workshop

October 4, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$50

Instructors:
Ellen Lafferty,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Spend two hours making something you’ll both be proud to hang at home. In this relaxed, creative class, you and your child (or another family […]
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Juice and Canvas: Step-by-Step Painting Fun for Kids! (Ages 6-12)

October 11, 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$40

Instructors:
Ashley Martinez,

Venue:
Studio 100

In this guided painting workshop, young artists will follow along with step-by-step instructions to create their very own masterpiece on canvas. With juice in hand […]
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Parent and Child Handbuilding (Ages 5+)

October 12 - November 2, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13, 14-17, 14+,

Cost:
$180

Instructors:
Karin Harrison,

Venue:
Classroom 3

Create side by side with your child! In this weekly class, you’ll explore clay together through handbuilding techniques like pinch pottery (shaping with your fingers), […]
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Game Development Online (Ages 8-12)

October 12 - November 9, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$150

Instructors:
Joel Garcia,

Venue:
Online Class

Ready to bring your own video game to life? In this class, you’ll learn the basics of game development—starting with 3D modeling in Blender, moving […]
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Animation Online (Ages 8-12)

October 14 - November 11, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$150

Instructors:
Joel Garcia,

Venue:
Online Class

Make your ideas move, change, and come to life! You’ll learn how to create animations using traditional techniques and digital tools—building everything from quick sketches […]
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Character Art (Ages 8-12)

October 16 - November 13, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$168.75

Instructors:
Joel Garcia,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

Got a head full of character ideas? This class helps you bring them to life.  You’ll explore different drawing styles—from flat cartoons to anime—and learn […]
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Family Paint Together Workshop

October 18, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$50

Instructors:
Ashley Martinez,

Venue:
Studio 100

Create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece with your loved one in this fun and creative family painting class! Each pair of participants will work together on a […]
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Juice and Canvas: Step-by-Step Painting Fun for Kids! (Ages 6-12)

October 25, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$40

Instructors:
Ellen Lafferty,

Venue:
Classroom 4

In this guided painting workshop, young artists will follow along with step-by-step instructions to create their very own masterpiece on canvas. With juice in hand […]
Learn more

Juice and Canvas: Step-by-Step Painting Fun for Kids! (Ages 6-12)

November 1, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$40

Instructors:
Ashley Martinez,

Venue:
Classroom 4

In this guided painting workshop, young artists will follow along with step-by-step instructions to create their very own masterpiece on canvas. With juice in hand […]
Learn more

Family Paint Together Workshop

November 1, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$50

Instructors:
Ashley Martinez,

Venue:
Studio 100

Create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece with your loved one in this fun and creative family painting class! Each pair of participants will work together on a […]
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Comics Foundation (Ages 8-13)

November 2 - December 21, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$236.25

Instructors:
Faye Liu,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Comics Foundation offers a comprehensive introduction to the art of comic creation, covering essential topics such as character design, storyboarding, and storytelling techniques. Students will […]
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Wheel for Homeschoolers (Ages 8-13)

November 3 - December 15, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$236.25

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Ceramics 3

Learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing—centering, opening, and pulling forms.  With a little patience and practice, you’ll be amazed at what you can create from […]
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Wheel for Young Artists (Ages 8-13)

November 3 - December 15, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$236.25

Instructors:
Nat Lewis,

Venue:
Classroom 5

Get ready to learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing—centering, opening, and pulling forms—and with a little patience and practice, you’ll be amazed at what you […]
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Drawing for Teens (Ages 13-17)

November 3 - December 15, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$157.50

Instructors:
Davina Graybill,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

This structured drawing course is designed to develop foundational and intermediate drawing skills for teens interested in visual art. Through guided instruction, students will explore […]
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Wheel for Young Artists (Ages 8-11)

November 4 - December 16, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$235

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

Get ready to learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing—centering, opening, and pulling forms—and with a little patience and practice, you’ll be amazed at what you […]
Learn more

Illustration and Comics (Ages 8-12)

November 4 - December 16, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$236.50

Instructors:
Chelsea Mai,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

In this imaginative class, young artists will dive into the world of comics and storytelling through illustration. Students will learn the fundamentals of character design […]
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Accessible Arts Mixed Media for High-Schoolers

November 4 - December 16, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$133

Instructors:
Emily Eisinger,

Venue:
Classroom 4

VisArts’ Accessible Arts classes offer inclusive instruction for students with disabilities, with curricula designed to support a wide range of needs.   Instructors provide personalized assistance […]
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Cosplay Makerspace (Ages 11-17)

November 4 - December 16, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$315

Instructors:
James Than,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Want to get into cosplay but not sure where to start? Whether you’ve got a big idea or just want to learn the tools of […]
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Illustration and Comics (Ages 8-13)

November 5 - December 17, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$202.50

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

In this class, you’ll create your own comic stories while learning how to draw faces and bodies using simple shapes.   You’ll explore how to exaggerate […]
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Wheel for Young Artists (Ages 8-13)

November 5 - December 17, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$202.50

Instructors:
Nat Lewis,

Venue:
Classroom 5

Get ready to learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing—centering, opening, and pulling forms—and with a little patience and practice, you’ll be amazed at what you […]
Learn more

Painting and Drawing (Ages 8-13)

November 5 - December 17, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$202.50

Instructors:
Davina Graybill,

Venue:
Classroom 3

This class gives you space to create, explore, and try new things with graphite, charcoal, and paint.  You’ll learn techniques artists have used for centuries—and […]
Learn more

Cosplay Makerspace: Design, Build, and Transform

November 5 - December 17, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$270

Instructors:
James Than,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Imagine stepping into your next con wearing a costume you built yourself—every detail from the armor to the wig exactly how you pictured it. Whether […]
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Human Anatomy for Tweens and Teens (Ages 12-17)

November 6 - December 18, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$202.50

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

Study the structure of the human body—including bones, muscles, and fat—and learn how they all work together to help you draw the figure with accuracy […]
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Wheel for Teens (Ages 13-17): Nat Lewis

November 6 - December 18, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$202.50

Instructors:
Nat Lewis,

Venue:
Classroom 5

This class will introduce tweens and teens to the basic concepts of wheel throwing: centering, opening, and pulling forms. Throwing on the wheel takes time […]
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Kids’ Illustration Studio (Ages 8-12)

November 6 - December 18, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$202.50

Instructors:
Chelsea Mai,

Venue:
Classroom 1

Let your imagination take the lead in this fun and skill-building illustration class! Designed for young artists who love to draw and tell stories through […]
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Painting and Drawing (Ages 13-17)

November 6 - December 18, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$202.50

Instructors:
Hiral Joshi,

Venue:
Classroom 3

In this class, you’ll work with graphite, charcoal, and paint to explore traditional drawing and painting techniques.  You’ll study how different artists have used these […]
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Wheel for Tweens + Teens (Ages 12-15): Kim Swanner

November 7 - December 19, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$202.5

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

Spin, shape, and see what you can create in this introductory class that covers the basics of wheel throwing—centering, opening, and pulling forms.  It takes […]
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Sewing: Open Build Makerspace (Ages 8-12)

November 7 - December 19, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$202.50

Instructors:
Cori Leyden-Sussler,

Venue:
Classroom 1

This class is for students with prior sewing experience. This is a flexible, supervised time during which students can work independently on self-directed projects, experiment […]
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Juice and Canvas: Step-by-Step Painting Fun for Kids! (Ages 6-12)

November 15, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$40

Instructors:
Ashley Martinez,

Venue:
Studio 100

In this guided painting workshop, young artists will follow along with step-by-step instructions to create their very own masterpiece on canvas. With juice in hand […]
Learn more

Family Paint Together Workshop

November 15, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$50

Instructors:
Ashley Martinez,

Venue:
Studio 100

Create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece with your loved one in this fun and creative family painting class! Each pair of participants will work together on a […]
Learn more

Character Art (Ages 8-12)

November 20 - December 18, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$135

Instructors:
Joel Garcia,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

Got a head full of character ideas? This class helps you bring them to life.  You’ll explore different drawing styles—from flat cartoons to anime—and learn […]
Learn more

Juice and Canvas: Step-by-Step Painting Fun for Kids! (Ages 6-12)

November 22, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$40

Instructors:
Ellen Lafferty,

Venue:
Classroom 4

In this guided painting workshop, young artists will follow along with step-by-step instructions to create their very own masterpiece on canvas. With juice in hand […]
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Holiday Family Painting Workshop: Gingerbread House Village

December 6, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$45

Instructors:
Kate Lanxner,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Bring a friend or family member and join us for this sweet, festive painting experience! In this guided holiday workshop, you’ll create your very own […]
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Mug on a Mug Rug (Parent and Child Ages 7+)

December 7 - December 21, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$101.25

Instructors:
Karin Harrison,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

In this 3 week workshop students will create a beautiful  using handcrafted mug and a woven mini rug coaster . Students will be introduced handbuilding […]
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The Nutcracker: Acrylic Painting on Wood (Ages 7-12)

December 7, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$45

Instructors:
Kate Lanxner,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

There’s something about Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker Suite that captures the magic and excitement of Christmas—and this festive class brings that spirit to life through art! […]
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Fused Glass Holiday Ornaments

December 13, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13, 14+,

Cost:
$35

Instructors:
Nanette Bevan,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Nourish your creative holiday spirit and join us for this fused glass ornament class. Layers of vibrant, luminous glass create sparkling holiday ornaments that will […]
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Fused Glass Holiday Ornaments

December 13, 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13, 14+,

Cost:
$35

Instructors:
Nanette Bevan,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Nourish your creative holiday spirit and join us for this fused glass ornament class. Layers of vibrant, luminous glass create sparkling holiday ornaments that will […]
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Fused Glass Holiday Ornaments

December 13, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13, 14+,

Cost:
$35

Instructors:
Nanette Bevan,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Nourish your creative holiday spirit and join us for this fused glass ornament class. Layers of vibrant, luminous glass create sparkling holiday ornaments that will […]
Learn more

Wheel for Homeschoolers (Ages 8-13)

January 05, 2026 - February 16, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$236.25

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Ceramics 3

Learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing—centering, opening, and pulling forms.  With a little patience and practice, you’ll be amazed at what you can create from […]
Learn more

Wheel for Young Artists (Ages 8-13)

January 05, 2026 - February 16, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$236.50

Instructors:
Nat Lewis,

Venue:
Classroom 5

Get ready to learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing—centering, opening, and pulling forms—and with a little patience and practice, you’ll be amazed at what you […]
Learn more

Drawing for Teens (Ages 13-17)

January 05, 2026 - February 16, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$315

Instructors:
Davina Graybill,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

This structured drawing course is designed to develop foundational and intermediate drawing skills for teens interested in visual art. Through guided instruction, students will explore […]
Learn more

Wheel for Young Artists (Ages 8-11)

January 06, 2026 - February 17, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$236.25

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

Get ready to learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing—centering, opening, and pulling forms—and with a little patience and practice, you’ll be amazed at what you […]
Learn more

Illustration and Comics (Ages 8-12)

January 06, 2026 - February 17, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$270

Instructors:
Chelsea Mai,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

In this imaginative class, young artists will dive into the world of comics and storytelling through illustration. Students will learn the fundamentals of character design […]
Learn more

Accessible Arts Mixed Media for High-Schoolers

January 06, 2026 - February 17, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$133

Instructors:
Emily Eisinger,

Venue:
Classroom 4

VisArts’ Accessible Arts classes offer inclusive instruction for students with disabilities, with curricula designed to support a wide range of needs.   Instructors provide personalized assistance […]
Learn more

Cosplay Makerspace (Ages 11-17)

January 06, 2026 - February 17, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$315

Instructors:
James Than,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Want to get into cosplay but not sure where to start? Whether you’ve got a big idea or just want to learn the tools of […]
Learn more

Wheel for Young Artists (Ages 8-13)

January 07, 2026 - February 18, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$236.50

Instructors:
Nat Lewis,

Venue:
Classroom 5

Get ready to learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing—centering, opening, and pulling forms—and with a little patience and practice, you’ll be amazed at what you […]
Learn more

Illustration and Comics (Ages 8-13)

January 07, 2026 - February 18, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$236.25

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

In this class, you’ll create your own comic stories while learning how to draw faces and bodies using simple shapes.   You’ll explore how to exaggerate […]
Learn more

Painting and Drawing (Ages 8-13)

January 07, 2026 - February 18, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$236.50

Instructors:
Davina Graybill,

Venue:
Classroom 3

This class gives you space to create, explore, and try new things with graphite, charcoal, and paint.  You’ll learn techniques artists have used for centuries—and […]
Learn more

Cosplay Makerspace: Design, Build, and Transform

January 07, 2026 - February 18, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$315

Instructors:
James Than,

Venue:
Classroom 4

Imagine stepping into your next con wearing a costume you built yourself—every detail from the armor to the wig exactly how you pictured it. Whether […]
Learn more

Wheel for Teens (Ages 13-17): Nat Lewis

January 08, 2026 - February 19, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$236.25

Instructors:
Nat Lewis,

Venue:
Classroom 5

This class will introduce tweens and teens to the basic concepts of wheel throwing: centering, opening, and pulling forms. Throwing on the wheel takes time […]
Learn more

Human Anatomy for Tweens and Teens (Ages 12-17)

January 08, 2026 - February 19, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$236.25

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

Explore the art of figure drawing by diving into the fascinating structure of the human body. In this class, you’ll learn about the bones, muscles, […]
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Kids’ Illustration Studio (Ages 8-12)

January 08, 2026 - February 19, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$270

Instructors:
Chelsea Mai,

Venue:
Classroom 1

Let your imagination take the lead in this fun and skill-building illustration class! Designed for young artists who love to draw and tell stories through […]
Learn more

Painting and Drawing (Ages 13-17)

January 08, 2026 - February 19, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$236.25

Instructors:
Hiral Joshi,

Venue:
Classroom 3

In this class, you’ll work with graphite, charcoal, and paint to explore traditional drawing and painting techniques.  You’ll study how different artists have used these […]
Learn more

Wheel for Tweens + Teens (Ages 12-15): Kim Swanner

January 09, 2026 - February 20, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$236.25

Instructors:
Kim Swanner,

Venue:
Ceramics 1

Spin, shape, and see what you can create in this introductory class that covers the basics of wheel throwing—centering, opening, and pulling forms.  It takes […]
Learn more

Sewing (Ages 8-12)

January 16, 2026 - February 20, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13,

Cost:
$202.75

Instructors:
Cori Leyden-Sussler,

Venue:
Classroom 1

Sewing’s more than just stitches—it’s a way to bring your ideas to life!  In this class, you’ll learn hand sewing, machine sewing, embroidery, and patchwork […]
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