Art Classes for Kids & Teens

Classes and workshops for youth and teens are offered year-round at Guilford Art Center. We offer in-person instruction on campus, utilizing our freshly renovated classrooms, pottery studio and metals studio. Our professional instructors have years of experience in guiding young artists as they learn to express their creativity and artistic abilities.

Class offerings change every semester, but generally include ceramics, drawing, cartooning, mixed media, up cycling, painting, sculpture and more.

AGES 5 & OLDER

Your child can explore their creativity all year long! We offer kids art classes and workshops for children 5 years and older, all led by professional instructors who will nurture your child and develop their love of art. Guilford Art Center offers the most extensive array of art classes in the region; explore ceramics, beading, metals, painting, drawing, collages, comic drawing, and more. There’s always something new!

TEENS & TWEENS

Art classes for teens play an important role in developing creativity and self-expression. There are a multitude of benefits beyond just learning how to draw or paint; art-making nurtures creativity, promotes emotional well-being, enhances critical thinking skills, and boosts self-esteem. GAC offers unique teen art classes and workshops, including blacksmithing, leatherworking, and stained glass. Plus, all teens older than 13 are eligible to join any adult class.

HOMESCHOOLERS

Guilford Art Center offers tailored programs for homeschoolers, designed to cater to their specific needs. With our team of professional instructors skilled in various mediums, we can engage your children in activities that nurture creativity and ignite their passion for art-making.

SUMMER ART FOR KIDS: SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM

Summer is the perfect time for kids to experience the joy of art! GAC’s annual summer art camp experiences are geared towards developing your child’s creative expression, artistic skills and social interaction through hands-on activities. These week-long sessions are open to children ages 5 –12 years with morning and afternoon sessions available. Weekly programs are built around popular themes and craft techniques. Our professional instructors are experienced in teaching children in a caring way, sharing their knowledge of painting, drawing, sewing, sculpture, pottery, cartooning, and so much more. There are also classes for teens, including stained glass making (ages 12+) and blacksmithing (ages 13+).

For more information, visit our FAQ page or visit the Summer Art for Kids virtual gallery.

 

Current Art Classes for Youth & Teens

Art Extravaganza: Session A Youth Class
Instructor: Amy Peters
Medium: Mixed Media
Youth Class
open to ages 7+
January 07 - January 28
Tuesday, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $5
Tuition: $90.00
Member Tuition: $81.00
Available
Art Extravaganza: Session B Youth Class
Instructor: Amy Peters
Medium: Mixed Media
Youth Class
open to ages 7+
February 04 - February 25
Tuesday, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $5
Tuition: $90.00
Member Tuition: $81.00
Available
Clay For Tweens & Teens Youth Class
Instructor: Alice Chittenden
Medium: Ceramics
Youth Class
open to ages 10-14
January 08 - February 26
Wednesday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $30
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Available
Pottery/Clay Sculpture Youth Class
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Ceramics
Youth Class
open to ages 8+
January 07 - February 25
Tuesday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Available
Teen Blacksmithing: Session C Teen
Instructor: Greg AmEnde
Medium: Blacksmithing
Teen
open to teens 13+
March 04 - March 25
Tuesday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $10
Tuition: $200.00
Member Tuition: $180.00
Available
Teen Blacksmithing: Session B Teen
Instructor: Greg AmEnde
Medium: Blacksmithing
Teen
open to teens 13+
February 04 - February 25
Tuesday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $10
Tuition: $200.00
Member Tuition: $180.00
Available
Teen Blacksmithing: Session A Teen
Instructor: Greg AmEnde
Medium: Blacksmithing
Teen
open to teens 13+
January 07 - January 28
Tuesday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $10
Tuition: $200.00
Member Tuition: $180.00
Available
Kids Pottery By Wheel & Hand Youth Class
Instructor: Alice Chittenden
Medium: Ceramics
Youth Class
open to ages 8+
January 06 - March 03
Monday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Available
Snowflakes & Stars: Mixed Media Magic Youth Class
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media
Youth Class
open to ages 5+
January 09 - February 27
Thursday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $30
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Available
Unified/Special Needs Art Experience: Session A Youth Class
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media, Special Interest
Youth Class
open to ages 5+
January 06 - February 24
Monday, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $90.00
Member Tuition: $81.00
Available
Unified/Special Needs Art Experience: Session B Youth Class
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media, Special Interest
Youth Class
open to ages 5+
February 10 - March 03
Monday, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $90.00
Member Tuition: $81.00
Available
Winter Celebration of Crafts Youth Class
Instructor: Deborah Gillette-Youngblood
Medium: Mixed Media
Youth Class
open to ages 5+
January 07 - February 25
Tuesday, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tuition: $180.00
Member Tuition: $162.00
Available
Winter Fairy Wonderland: Animals
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media
Youth Class
open to ages 5+
January 08 - February 26
Wednesday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $25
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Available
Clay For Tweens & Teens Youth Class
Instructor: Alice Chittenden
Medium: Ceramics
Youth Class
open to ages 10-14
September 18 - November 06
Wednesday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $30
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Available
Collage
Instructor: Nellie Shevelkina
Medium: Mixed Media, Painting, Drawing
Youth Class
open to ages 7+
September 18 - November 06
Wednesday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Available
Autumn Fairy Art Youth Class
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media
Youth Class
open to ages 5-9
September 18 - November 06
Wednesday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Available
Art For Tweens Youth Class
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media
Youth Class
open to ages 9+
September 20 - November 08
Friday, 3:45 pm - 5:45 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Available
Fall Clay Wonderland Youth Class
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media, Ceramics
Youth Class
open to ages 5-9
September 19 - November 14
Thursday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $15
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Available
Kids Pottery By Wheel & Hand Youth Class
Instructor: Alice Chittenden
Medium: Ceramics
Youth Class
open to ages 8+
September 16 - November 11
Monday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Available
Magical Creatures: Art Explorations For Homeschoolers Youth Class
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media
Youth Class
open to ages 5-9
September 16 - November 11
Monday, 3:45 pm - 5:45 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Available
Meet The Artists! Youth Class
Instructor: Amy Peters
Medium: Mixed Media, Painting
Youth Class
open to ages 7+
September 17 - November 05
Tuesday, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tuition: $180.00
Member Tuition: $162.00
Available
Teen Blacksmithing: Session C Teen
Instructor: Greg AmEnde
Medium: Blacksmithing
Teen
open to teens 13+
October 29 - November 19
Tuesday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $10
Tuition: $200.00
Member Tuition: $180.00
Available
Pottery for Kids Youth Class
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Ceramics
Youth Class
open to ages 5+
September 17 - November 05
Tuesday, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Tuition: $180.00
Member Tuition: $162.00
Available
Teen Blacksmithing: Session B Teen
Instructor: Greg AmEnde
Medium: Blacksmithing
Teen
open to teens 13+
October 01 - October 22
Tuesday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $10
Tuition: $200.00
Member Tuition: $180.00
Available
Teen Blacksmithing: Session A Teen
Instructor: Greg AmEnde
Medium: Blacksmithing
Teen
open to teens 13+
September 03 - September 24
Tuesday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $10
Tuition: $200.00
Member Tuition: $180.00
Available
Teen Blacksmithing: Session D Teen
Instructor: Greg AmEnde
Medium: Blacksmithing
Teen
open to teens 13+
November 26 - December 17
Tuesday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $10
Tuition: $200.00
Member Tuition: $180.00
Available
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