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  blacksmithing (ages 13+).

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

Classes are listed below or download/view the catalog:

Current Art Classes for Youth & Teens

Special Interest Classes
Instructor: Anne Benkovitz
Medium: Special Interest
Youth Workshop
Youth Ages 8+
October 04
Saturday, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $15
Tuition: $30.00
Member Tuition: $27.00
Canceled
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Greg AmEnde
Medium: Blacksmithing
Teen
open to teens 13+
October 07 - October 28
Tuesday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $10
Tuition: $200.00
Member Tuition: $180.00
Full
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Greg AmEnde
Medium: Blacksmithing
Teen
open to teens 13+
November 04 - November 25
Tuesday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $10
Tuition: $200.00
Member Tuition: $180.00
Available
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Greg AmEnde
Medium: Blacksmithing
Teen
open to teens 13+
December 02 - December 23
Tuesday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $10
Tuition: $200.00
Member Tuition: $180.00
Available
Fiber Classes
Instructor: Tina McKim
Medium: Fiber
Youth Class
open to ages 8-12
September 16 - November 04
Tuesday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Full
Special Interest Classes
Instructor: Anne Benkovitz
Medium: Special Interest
Youth Workshop
Youth Ages 8+
October 11
Saturday, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $15
Tuition: $30.00
Member Tuition: $27.00
Available
Mixed Media Classes
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media
Youth Workshop
open to ages 7+
November 02
Sunday, 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $15
Tuition: $37.50
Member Tuition: $33.75
Available
Ceramics Classes
Instructor: Alice Chittenden
Medium: Ceramics
Youth Class
open to ages 8+
September 22 - November 10
Monday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Full
Fiber
Instructor: Robin McCahill
Medium: Mixed Media, Fiber, Special Interest
Teen
Teen
September 17 - November 05
Wednesday, 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $15
Tuition: $300.00
Member Tuition: $270.00
Canceled
Mixed Media
Instructor: Paula Ardissone Franco
Medium: Mixed Media, Special Interest
Teen
Teen 14+
September 16 - November 04
Tuesday, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $25
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Canceled
Mixed Media Classes
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media
Youth Class
Ages 5+
September 20 - November 15
Saturday, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $22
Tuition: $360.00
Member Tuition: $324.00
Canceled
Special Interest Classes
Instructor: Anne Benkovitz
Medium: Special Interest
Youth Workshop
Youth Ages 8+
October 25
Saturday, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $60.00
Member Tuition: $54.00
Available
Book Arts
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media, Painting, Drawing, Special Interest, Book Arts
Youth Class
ages 3-5
September 19 - November 07
Friday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $18
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Canceled
Mixed Media
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media, Special Interest
Youth Class
Youth Ages 5+
September 15 - November 03
Monday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $18
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Full
Mixed Media Classes
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media
Youth Workshop
open to ages 4+
October 25
Saturday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $15
Tuition: $30.00
Member Tuition: $27.00
Available
Ceramics Classes
Instructor: Alice Chittenden
Medium: Ceramics
Youth Class
open to ages 10-14
September 24 - November 12
Wednesday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $30
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Full
Ceramics Classes
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Ceramics
Youth Class
open to ages 6+
September 16 - November 04
Tuesday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $15
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Full
Mixed Media
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media, Sculpture, Special Interest
Youth Class
open to ages 5+
September 18 - November 06
Thursday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Canceled
Book Arts
Instructor: Carole Firth
Medium: Mixed Media, Painting, Drawing, Special Interest, Book Arts
Youth Class
open to ages 5+
September 17 - November 05
Wednesday, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Full
Drawing
Instructor: Lena Meyerson
Medium: Drawing, Special Interest
Teen
Teen
September 15 - November 10
Monday, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $15
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Canceled
Blacksmithing Classes
Instructor: Greg AmEnde
Medium: Blacksmithing
Teen
open to teens 13+
September 09 - September 30
Tuesday, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $10
Tuition: $200.00
Member Tuition: $180.00
Full
Ceramics
Instructor: Jessica Reeve
Medium: Ceramics, Special Interest
Youth Class
Teen 14+
September 20 - November 08
Saturday, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Fee payable with tuition: $20
Tuition: $240.00
Member Tuition: $216.00
Canceled
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