Youth Classes and Workshops, Ages 5 – 17

Youth Classes and Workshops for Ages 5 – 17, offer the opportunity to experiment, learn, and develop art skills in small outdoor and classroom sizes. Visual art instruction covers painting, drawing, printmaking, hand-sculpture, photography, graphic design, crafts, and mixed-media. Programs are led by Art House instructors and offered in daily or weekly sessions in the classroom. Classes limited to 10-12 students. 

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REFUND / CANCELLATION POLICY

A refund will be issued minus a 10% non-refundable deposit on ALL classes and workshops when cancelled 48 hours or more before the first class or workshop starts. Students who wish to cancel less than 48 hours before the first day of class are not eligible for a refund or credit.

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Spring Classes & Workshops

 

 

Create Art Together: A Parent/Child Class

Instructor: Maria Latour

April 20
Day: Saturday
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
One day workshop: (M) $35; (NM) $39 (materials included)
In-person at the Art House

Learn acrylic painting and mixed media techniques alongside your child or grandchild. Explore form, color, and texture through the creative process. Adult and child will work on their own painting project or you can decide to collaborate on one. One registration covers one adult and one child participants.

 

 

 

 

Parent/Child Mother’s Day Cookie Decorating Workshop

Instructor: Audrey Edwards

May 4
Day: Saturday
Time: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
One day workshop: (M) $55; (NM) $60 (materials included)
In-person at the Art House

Mother’s day is just around the corner! Why not treat yourself and your child to a little fun decorating this sweet Mother’s Day flower and pot cookie set. You both will enjoy making special Mother’s Day memories as you each design and decorate your own 3-piece set of sugar cookies. All you need for this class is yourself and your child as all materials will be provided! One registration covers one adult and one child participants.

 

 

 

Mixed Media Art for Ages 5 – 8

Instructor: Sandra Nursilo

Session II: May 6 – June 12 (no class on 5/27)
Day: Monday
Time: 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Five week class: (M) $140; (NM) $155 (materials included)
In-person at the Art House

In this class, we’ll learn about famous Modern artists while exploring different mediums and techniques including collage, acrylic, pastel and watercolor.

 

 


 

 

Stitching Dreams for Young Designers for Ages 8 – 15

Instructor: Mila Pershyna

Session II: May 8 – June 14 (no class on 5/29)
Day: Wednesday
Time: 4:45 pm – 6:00 pm
Five week class: (M) $100; (NM) $110
Material Fee: $25 paid to instructor on the first day of class
In-person at the Art House

Unlock your child‘s creativity in our sewing and design class! Tailored for kids and youth, they‘ll learn essential sewing skills, unleash their imagination through creative design projects, and choose to craft a stylish skirt, a charming apron, or take on the challenge of designing their own unique masterpiece with help of the instructor.

 

 

Mother’s Day Florals (A Mom & Me Workshop) for Ages 12+

Instructor: Shadia Derbyshire

May 10
Day: Friday
Time: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
One day workshop: (M) $55; (NM) $60 (materials included)
In-person at the Art House

Bring your mom and spend an evening creating! Together, we will work on layering a blend of paint pens, acrylic paint, and collage papers to create a one-of-a-kind still life featuring a colorful bouquet of flowers. Each student will choose their own colors and styles while receiving hands-on instructions to ensure a beautiful, finished painting. Students will have the opportunity to accent their paintings with metallic foil, leaf or markers, time permitting.

All materials will be provided. Each parent and child must register individually.

All levels are welcome and no experience is necessary but, please note, this workshop focuses on collage techniques- not foundational drawing or painting techniques. Paintings can be taken home immediately. This workshop is designed for students 12 and up.


 

 

Youth Fabric Painting Workshop for Ages 8 – 11

Instructor: Maria Latour

May 11
Day: Saturday
Time: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
One day workshop: (M) $35; (NM) $39 (materials included)
In-person at the Art House

Use stamps, stencils, rollers and tape to create one of a kind fabric designs. Students will then make their fabric into a wall hanging or decorative pillow.

 

 

 

Watercolors & Acrylics for Ages 9 – 13

Instructor: Sandra Nursilo

Session II: May 16 – June 15 
Day: Thursday
Time: 4:15 pm – 5:30 pm
Five week class: (M) $140; (NM) $155 (materials provided) 
In-person at the Art House

Join us for a fun painting class where we’ll experiment with watercolors and acrylics. During this session, you’ll learn techniques, blend colors, and develop your unique style, making this class a perfect opportunity to express your creativity.

 

 

 

 

Totes Sew Fun Workshop for Ages 7 – 13

Instructor: Mila Pershyna

May 18
Day: Saturday
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
One day workshop: (M) $55; (NM) $60 (materials included)
In-person at the Art House

Join our sewing workshop, where aspiring young designers learn the art of sewing with hands-on guidance from a professional fashion designer. From threading needles to stitching seams, kids will master the basics while creating their own functional and stylish tote bags.

 

 

 

 

Tulle Skirt Extravaganza Workshop for Ages 7 – 11

Instructor: Mila Pershyna

June 1
Day: Saturday
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
One day workshop: (M) $55; (NM) $60 (materials included)
In-person at the Art House

Kids love making colorful tulle skirts. In the class led by a skilled fashion designer, young enthusiasts will learn essential hand-sewing skills, master the art of using measuring tape, explore color coordination, and unleash their creativity. Each child will craft their own whimsical tulle skirt, making every twirl a moment of pride and joy! No-sew is an option.

 

Manga Drawing Workshop for Ages 10 – 16

Instructor: Mark Crilley

June 7
Day: Friday
Time: 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
One day workshop: (M) $35; (NM) $40 (materials included)
In-person at the Art House

Learn all about drawing and creating comics with graphic novelist Mark Crilley. In this workshop, Mark will do live demonstrations at an easel, while explaining the secrets of drawing and comic book storytelling. Don’t miss this chance to learn straight from a published professional, who has authored dozens of books.

 

 

Parent/Child Summertime Treats Cookie Decorating Workshop

Instructor: Audrey Edwards

June 8
Day: Saturday
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
One day workshop: (M) $55; (NM) $60 (materials included)
In-person at the Art House

Summertime is on its way! And, what a great time to create a little group of sweet treats…only with cookies! Why not join Sweetflour LLC with your child for a fun time of cookie decorating this cute set of summer’s favorite treats? You and your child will both will design and decorate your own 3-piece sets of sugar cookies. All you need for this class is yourself and your child as all materials will be provided! One registration covers one adult and one child participants.

 

 

Questions? Contact Maria Von Buskirk, Education and Engagement Manager, education@northvillearthouse.org