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Teen Classes

For artists ages 14-17

Upcoming Classes for Teens

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Upcoming Classes Calendar

Drawing for Teens (Ages 13-17)

March 2 - April 13, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$315

Instructors:
Davina Graybill,

Venue:
Studio 100

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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Beginning to Intermediate Fluid Painting

March 3 - April 14, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Ages:
14-17, 14+,

Cost:
$215

Instructors:
Hiral Joshi,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

Experience the mesmerizing magic of fluid painting as you pour, swipe, and swirl vibrant colors on a 16×20 canvas!  Each week, you’ll explore techniques like […]
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Cosplay Makerspace: Design, Build, and Transform

March 4 - April 15, 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 […]
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Wheel for Teens (Ages 13-17): Nat Lewis

March 5 - April 16, 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 […]
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Human Anatomy for Tweens and Teens (Ages 12-17)

March 5 - April 16, 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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Wheel for Tweens + Teens (Ages 12-15): Kim Swanner

March 6 - April 17, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$236.25 (Sold Out)

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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Family Paint Together Workshop

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

Cost:
$40

Instructors:
Ellen Lafferty,

Venue:
Classroom 4

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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Origami Workshop: Beyond the Folds (All Ages)

March 21, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-17, 14+,

Cost:
$45

Instructors:
Athena Baker,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

Did you know that origami techniques can be used to create various inventions, like airbags and space telescopes? Whether you’re a longtime veteran or just starting out, […]
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Parent and Child Handbuilding (Ages 5+)

April 12 - May 3, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Ages:
8-10, 11-13, 14-17, 14+,

Cost:
$135 (Sold Out)

Instructors:
Karin Harrison,

Venue:
Classroom 3

In this weekly class, students will create beautiful clay forms using handbuilding techniques including pinch pottery, coiling, and slab building. Students will explore some basic […]
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Portfolio Prep for Teens (Ages 14-17)

April 16 - May 28, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
14-17,

Cost:
$202.50

Instructors:
Kelly Posey,

Venue:
Studio 100

Build and strengthen your art portfolio by exploring your favorite materials and techniques—drawing, painting (in all forms), and mixed media. In this class, you’ll develop […]
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Origami Workshop: Beyond the Folds (All Ages)

April 18, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ages:
5-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-17, 14+,

Cost:
$45

Instructors:
Athena Baker,

Venue:
Studio 100

Did you know that origami techniques can be used to create various inventions, like airbags and space telescopes? Whether you’re a longtime veteran or just starting out, […]
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Drawing for Teens (Ages 13-17)

April 20 - June 8, 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

Cosplay Makerspace (Ages 11-17)

April 21 - June 2, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$315

Instructors:
James Than,

Venue:
Executive Conference Suite

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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Beginning to Intermediate Fluid Painting

April 21 - May 26, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Ages:
14-17, 14+,

Cost:
$215

Instructors:
Hiral Joshi,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

Experience the mesmerizing magic of fluid painting as you pour, swipe, and swirl vibrant colors on a 16×20 canvas!  Each week, you’ll explore techniques like […]
Learn more

Cosplay Makerspace: Design, Build, and Transform

April 22 - June 3, 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

April 23 - June 11, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$270

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)

April 23 - June 11, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$270

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, […]
Learn more

Accessible Arts Mixed Media for High-Schoolers

April 23 - June 11, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$152

Instructors:
Anna Musselman,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

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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Painting and Drawing (Ages 13-17)

April 23 - June 11, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$270

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

April 24 - June 12, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$270

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

Ceramics Teen Camp Intensive AM 2026: Session 1

June 22 - July 3, 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$625 – $1025

Venue:
Classroom 5

This fun and challenging class is designed for pottery wheel beginners ages 13-17. With daily demonstrations and one-on-one attention, students learn the basic elements of […]
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Ceramics Teen Camp Intensive PM 2026: Session 1

June 22 - July 3, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$625 – $1025

Venue:
Classroom 5

This fun and challenging class is designed for pottery wheel beginners ages 13-17. With daily demonstrations and one-on-one attention, students learn the basic elements of […]
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Stained Glass Teen Camp Intensive PM 2026: Session 1

June 22 - July 3, 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$750 – $1150

Instructors:
Ladan Ebra,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

In this two-week stained glass intensive, teen artists will explore the fundamentals of stained glass, learning how to cut, grind, foil, and solder glass while […]
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Ceramics Teen Camp Intensive AM 2026: Session 2

July 6 - July 17, 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$625 – $1025

Instructors:
Michael Metzner,

Venue:
Classroom 5

This fun and challenging class is designed for pottery wheel beginners ages 13-17. With daily demonstrations and one-on-one attention, students learn the basic elements of […]
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Ceramics Teen Camp Intensive PM 2026: Session 2

July 6 - July 17, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$625 – $1025

Instructors:
Michael Metzner,

Venue:
Classroom 5

This fun and challenging class is designed for pottery wheel beginners ages 13-17. With daily demonstrations and one-on-one attention, students learn the basic elements of […]
Learn more

Stained Glass Teen Camp Intensive PM 2026: Session 2

July 6 - July 17, 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$750 – $1150

Instructors:
Ladan Ebra,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

In this two-week stained glass intensive, teen artists will explore the fundamentals of stained glass, learning how to cut, grind, foil, and solder glass while […]
Learn more

Ceramics Teen Camp Intensive AM 2026: Session 3

July 20 - July 31, 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$625 – $1025

Instructors:
Michael Metzner,

Venue:
Classroom 5

This fun and challenging class is designed for pottery wheel beginners ages 13-17. With daily demonstrations and one-on-one attention, students learn the basic elements of […]
Learn more

Ceramics Teen Camp Intensive PM 2026: Session 3

July 20 - July 31, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 14-17,

Cost:
$625 – $1025

Instructors:
Michael Metzner,

Venue:
Classroom 5

This fun and challenging class is designed for pottery wheel beginners ages 13-17. With daily demonstrations and one-on-one attention, students learn the basic elements of […]
Learn more

Stained Glass Teen Camp Intensive PM 2026: Session 3

July 20 - July 31, 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$750 – $1150

Instructors:
Ladan Ebra,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

In this two-week stained glass intensive, teen artists will explore the fundamentals of stained glass, learning how to cut, grind, foil, and solder glass while […]
Learn more

Ceramics Teen Camp Intensive AM 2026: Session 4

August 3 - August 14, 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$625 – $1025

Venue:
Classroom 5

This fun and challenging class is designed for pottery wheel beginners ages 13-17. With daily demonstrations and one-on-one attention, students learn the basic elements of […]
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Painting Teen Camp Intensive AM 2026: Session 4

August 3 - August 14, 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$625 – $1025

Venue:
Studio 100

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Ceramics Teen Camp Intensive PM 2026: Session 4

August 3 - August 14, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$625 – $1025

Venue:
Classroom 5

This fun and challenging class is designed for pottery wheel beginners ages 13-17. With daily demonstrations and one-on-one attention, students learn the basic elements of […]
Learn more

Stained Glass Teen Camp Intensive PM 2026: Session 4

August 3 - August 14, 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$750 – $1150

Instructors:
Ladan Ebra,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

In this two-week stained glass intensive, teen artists will explore the fundamentals of stained glass, learning how to cut, grind, foil, and solder glass while […]
Learn more

Ceramics Teen Camp Intensive AM 2026: Session 5

August 17 - August 21, 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$312.50 – $512.50

Venue:
Classroom 5

This fun and challenging class is designed for pottery wheel beginners ages 13-17. With daily demonstrations and one-on-one attention, students learn the basic elements of […]
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Painting Teen Camp Intensive AM 2026: Session 5

August 17 - August 21, 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$312.50 – $512.50

Venue:
Studio 100

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Ceramics Teen Camp Intensive PM 2026: Session 5

August 17 - August 21, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$312.50 – $512.50

Venue:
Classroom 5

This fun and challenging class is designed for pottery wheel beginners ages 13-17. With daily demonstrations and one-on-one attention, students learn the basic elements of […]
Learn more

Stained Glass Teen Camp Intensive PM 2026: Session 5

August 17 - August 21, 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages:
Teen Intensives (13-17), 11-13, 14-17,

Cost:
$375 – $575

Instructors:
Ladan Ebra,

Venue:
156 Gibbs

In this two-week stained glass intensive, teen artists will explore the fundamentals of stained glass, learning how to cut, grind, foil, and solder glass while […]
Learn more