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Kids Art Classes Los Angeles

Unleash your child's creativity with a wide range of art classes for kids in Los Angeles, where they can learn to paint, draw, sculpt, and more. These fun and interactive classes will help them develop their artistic skills, boost their confidence, and ignite their imaginations.

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Draw, Paint, or Sculpt Kids

The Art Studio @ 6450 Westminster Blvd, Westminster, CA

Unleash your child's creativity in the realm of digital art at The Art Studio. Our expert instructors will guide them through essential techniques in Procreate, allowing them to create stunning masterpieces with confidence. Discover the endless possibilities of digital painting, drawing, and lettering.

(3) All levels 7 - 12 years old

Art BOOM Package (Kids)

Shot of Art @ 801 Mateo St, Los Angeles, CA

Ignite your child's creativity with the Art BOOM Package (Kids) at Shot of Art. Experience the joy of Spinning and Fluid Art with tailored canvas sizes, promoting expression and artistic exploration. Book this dynamic two-hour session for an unforgettable, hands-on art adventure for your little ones. Unleash the young artist within—reserve your spot now.

All levels 3 and older

Draw Comic Book & Cartoon Characters (Kids: 8-15 yrs)

Los Angeles City College @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Unleash your creativity and learn the drawing techniques behind your favorite cartoon characters! Join this dynamic course at Los Angeles City College and bring your imagination to life. No experience is necessary - just come with your ideas and passion for this popular art form.

(778) All levels 8 - 15 years old
$75

5 sessions

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Painting with Watercolors (Ages 7-14 yrs)

East Los Angeles College @ 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Los Angeles, CA

Unleash your creativity with the vibrant world of watercolors! Join us at East Los Angeles College for an immersive painting experience where you'll discover the magic of color mixing, application, and composition. Unleash your inner artist in a safe and exciting environment.

(250) All levels 7 - 14 years old
$90

5 sessions

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Ceramics Workshop: Kids

Blue Barn City Farm @ 19627 Oxnard St, Tarzana, CA

Ignite your child's imagination with our interactive ceramics workshop. Over two class series, they'll dive into the world of clay, learning to shape, mold, and glaze their own unique creations. No prior experience is needed as they explore artistic expression and fine motor skills in a fun, messy, and supportive environment.

All levels 6 and older

Basic Photography for Teens: Part 1 (Ages 12-14)

Los Angeles Center of Photography @ 252 S Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA

Introduce your teen to the art of digital photography with a hands-on course focused on camera operation, techniques, and composition. Join us for a week of exploring shutter speed, aperture, white balance, and more while honing your skills through in-class exercises and daily assignments.

(41) Beginner 12 - 14 years old
$455

5 sessions

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Basic Digital Photography for Teens (Ages 12-14)

Los Angeles Center of Photography @ 10400 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

Unlock the creative potential of your teen with Basic Digital Photography. Discover the art of capturing stunning images through technical skills and compositional methods. Join us at the Los Angeles Center of Photography and watch your teen's photography skills flourish.

(41) Beginner 12 - 14 years old
$455

5 sessions

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Drawing for Young People (Ages 7-14)

Los Angeles City College @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Unleash your child's artistic potential with a fun and engaging drawing course. From learning various techniques to exploring color theory, this class at Los Angeles City College will ignite their creativity. Don't miss out on this opportunity to discover the world of drawing.

(778) Beginner 7 - 14 years old
$75

5 sessions

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Draw Comic Book & Cartoon Characters (8-15 yrs)

East Los Angeles College @ 1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Los Angeles, CA

Unleash your creativity and master the art of drawing cartoon characters! Discover a world of fun as you learn step-by-step techniques used in TV shows, movies, and graphic novels. Join us at East Los Angeles College for this exciting course in comic book and cartoon character drawing.

(250) All levels 8 - 15 years old
$90

5 sessions

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Basic Digital Photography for Teens (Ages 15-18)

Los Angeles Center of Photography @ 252 S Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA

Discover the fundamentals of digital photography and develop your skills in this course for aspiring teen photographers. Capture unforgettable moments and unlock your artistic potential in this hands-on learning experience.

(41) Beginner 15 - 18 years old
$455

5 sessions

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The Urban Landscape for Teens

Los Angeles Center of Photography @ 252 S Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA

Explore the beauty of urban environments in this captivating photography course. Learn how to capture the essence of bustling streets and architectural wonders through the lens of a camera.

(41) All levels 12 - 18 years old
$455

5 sessions

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Street Portraiture for Teens (Ages 12-18)

Los Angeles Center of Photography @ 252 S Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA

Unleash your creativity and capture the essence of city life through the lens of your camera. Learn the art of street portraiture in a dynamic environment that will challenge and inspire you. Elevate your photography skills and develop your unique style in this exciting course.

(41) All levels 12 - 18 years old
$455

5 sessions

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The Art of Photographic Capture for Teens

Los Angeles Center of Photography @ 252 S Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA

Unleash your creativity behind the lens with expert guidance at a renowned photography institution in LA. Let your imagination soar as you learn the techniques and skills to capture stunning images that tell compelling stories. Elevate your photography game under the mentorship of seasoned professionals and embrace the art of visual storytelling.

(41) All levels 12 - 18 years old
$455

5 sessions

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Photography Fundamentals

Los Angeles City College @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Master the art of photography and unleash your creativity with this comprehensive course at Los Angeles City College. Explore the exposure triangle, learn to control depth of field, capture motion, and unlock the full potential of your DSLR or mirrorless camera. Unleash your inner photographer and enroll today!

(778) Beginner 12 and older
No upcoming schedules

Arts & Crafts for Kids (Ages 6-10)

Los Angeles City College @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA

Arts and crafts for kids are fun for children and the young-at-heart. These art & craft activities cover a wide range of subjects for young artists, future artisanal book makers, potential puppeteers, and more. These aren’t just arts and crafts for kids; they’re fun for the whole family too.  We are going to make goods from papers, it’s going to to be finger painting activity and more. Our selection of art projects for kids, DIY activities,...

(778) All levels 6 - 10 years old
No upcoming schedules
$35

3 sessions

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Crayola® World of Design (Grades 1-5)

El Camino College @ 16007 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA

Crayola® World of Design is a summer camp that takes kids on a journey to the edges of their      imagination and beyond! They learn about Mars, the rainforest, and cities of the future, and get engaged in the creative design process to solve real-world problems.  Each camp day focuses on a specific field of design, and our young architects, illustrators and graphic designers develop their ideas from concept, to sketch, to finished...

(174) All levels 6 - 10 years old
No upcoming schedules
$265

5 sessions

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Cub College: Invent a Superhero (Ages 7-10)

Los Angeles City College @ LACC Online Classroom, Los Angeles, CA

Ever imagine a superhero you wish existed? Now's your chance to learn how to draw that superhero and create their origin story. Bring drawing and color pencils, eraser, and pad of paper to class.  Student will need computer/laptop with internet access and audio/video capabilities. Please read:  *CLASS IS HELD ONLINE* Please check your eMail for class confirmation and meeting links.

(778) All levels 7 - 10 years old
No upcoming schedules
$69

10 sessions

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Cub College: Invent a Superhero (Ages 11-14)

Los Angeles City College @ LACC Online Classroom, Los Angeles, CA

Ever imagine a superhero you wish existed? Now's your chance to learn how to draw that superhero and create their origin story. Bring drawing and color pencils, eraser, and pad of paper to class.  Student will need computer/laptop with internet access and audio/video capabilities. Please read:  *CLASS IS HELD ONLINE* Please check your eMail for class confirmation and meeting links.

(778) All levels 11 - 14 years old
No upcoming schedules
$69

10 sessions

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STEAM Camp: Fire it Up! (Grades 6-8)

El Camino College @ 16007 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA

Fire ignites imaginations! In this interactive STEAM camp, the focus of learning will be about fire and art-- incorporating various mediums of art including photography and tile making. Design your own tile and fire it up in a professional artist’s kiln. You will learn how famous artists have depicted fire through visual color-suggestion and you will make your own fire inspired art.  You’ll also explore the world of light and color wavelengths...

(174) All levels 11 - 13 years old
No upcoming schedules
$220

10 sessions

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STEAM Drone Photography Camp (Grades 6-8)

El Camino College @ 16007 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA

Learn how to fly a drone and take photos!  In this drone photography course, art and flight technology merge.  You’ll learn fundamental photography skills while also learning the basics of aeronautics, pilot safety and drone operations.  This STEAM camp includes physical flight training time with various types of sUAS drones.  Note: Students under 18 years of age, must have a parent or guardian complete a Release & Medical...

(174) All levels 11 - 13 years old
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$245

10 sessions

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Kids have been creating art for centuries, but it wasn’t until the 18th century that artists, philosophers, and pedagogues began studying the effect that art engagement has on child development. Once they did, they soon discovered that art could help children develop both physically and mentally. Further study in the late 1800s helped spread the importance of access to art education for children. 

Previously kids’ art was appreciated for its aesthetic quality by artists. They enjoyed that kids’ art was not tainted by adult influence or an adult’s understanding of the world. Younger kids are unable to visually express subjects accurately in the same way that adults do, and this shows in their art. This fascination with kids’ arts interpretation of the world was compared to modernism, particularly the modernist art movement’s rejection of realism. 

The stages of child development have been associated with stages of kids’ art by those who study art’s effect on child development. As a child learns how to scribble–around age one–they’ll also work on improving their motor skills. By the time children reach age nine or ten, they’ll have better observational skills and a clearer understanding of how the world works. This will be evident in their artwork, which typically becomes more realistic in style around this age.

Teachers and psychologists have continued studying the physical and mental benefits that art provides to children to improve early childhood education as well as therapeutic techniques for kids. The repeated movements of the hands, fingers, and wrists when making art contributes to a child’s physical development. Art requires creativity. By engaging in making art, children are learning how to express their creativity and connect with their emotions. Although on the surface, art may look like any other fun activity for kids, it’s also lending to their development.

Why Your Child Should Learn Art in Los Angeles

Research on the benefits of introducing art to children at a young age has expanded over time. If you’re in the Los Angeles area and are thinking about enrolling your child in an art class, consider some of the following benefits it could have on their development. 

Art helps children improve their coordination and fine motor skills. They need one or both hands to work on art projects, which lets them work their fingers, hands, and wrists. Using tools in art, like scissors, markers, and crayons, will let them build up their dexterity and control of the muscles in that region. 

If you’d like to work on improving your child’s cognitive skills, art is a great way to do so. With art, your child can learn about different shapes, colors, and sizes. You can teach them about planning and problem-solving as they come up with new art creations and work on fixing their mistakes. If they’re using materials like paint, markers, and glue, they’ll be able to work on fixing mistakes as these are permanent and semi-permanent materials. Art is also a great way to learn about cause and effect, especially when painting where mixing colors may be required.

Because art allows children to use their imagination and does not necessarily require them to form specific goals or follow rules, depending on the project, it’s considered a form of open-ended play. Open-ended play is especially important in early childhood. This play style lets children work on regulating their emotions as they work through problems and situations that arise while playing. When open-ended play is done with multiple children, it promotes social development as they learn how to share and communicate. 

In-Person Kids' Art Classes in Los Angeles

In-person kids’ art classes are offered throughout Los Angeles for children of all ages with different experience levels. Expert instructors guide students through classes. They offer demonstrations to participating children and can also provide them with constructive feedback and advice.

If your child has an interest in drawing but isn’t sure where to begin, Los Angeles City College in East Hollywood offers Drawing for Young People. Kids aged seven through fourteen are welcome to attend this beginner class where they’ll learn various drawing techniques. They’ll be encouraged to explore their creativity as they work on weekly projects that'll introduce them to drawing principles like color theory and design. Your child will be responsible for bringing an 18”x12” drawing pad, a full stick of charcoal, a full stick of white chalk, a box of 12 color sticks, a box of 12 color pencils, and a white bar eraser to the first class.

Similarly, Los Angeles City College offers another kids’ drawing class, but its main focus is how to draw comic book and cartoon characters. If your child is aged eight through fifteen, they can attend this class where they’ll learn cartoon and comic book drawing techniques. They can learn to draw characters they’re familiar with, or they can draw their own cartoon characters. This is a beginner-level class, so all kids within the age range are welcome to sign-up. You’ll be responsible for supplying your child with the required materials, so be sure to check the supply list on the class page before the scheduled class.

Virtual Kids' Art Classes 

If your child is interested in hands-on art instruction and demonstrations, in-person kids’ art classes may work for their learning style. In-person classes also provide the opportunity for your child to socialize with other kids their age. However, these classes may not be available in your area or fit your and your child’s schedule. If that’s the case, consider signing your child up for a virtual kids’ art class.

Virtual art classes and camps are taught remotely by a live instructor. These classes are offered by studios and schools around the country. The classes offered focus on different types of art like drawing, painting, and sculpting and will let your child explore different art mediums. There are a few online kids’ art classes available for your child to take on CourseHorse.

If you’d like to enroll your young child in a summer art camp, The Art Studio NY’s online Summer Art and Creativity Camp is open to children aged five through eight. Through this camp, they’ll learn how to express themselves through their art. Your child will be able to work on fun art projects exploring a variety of art forms. Despite being a remote camp, this class encourages socialization among participants. You can choose to enroll your child in a half-day morning camp, half-day afternoon camp, or full-day camp.

If you’re looking for an art camp that accommodates older children, the Art of SF Bay is hosting a Digital Painting Art Camp for children aged 10 to 16. Over the course of five days, your child will learn about digital art, which is quickly growing in popularity and practical use. They’ll work with digital tools and editing apps while learning the fundamentals of digital art. All required devices and software are listed on the class page. 

Private Group Kids' Art Classes in Los Angeles

Are you looking for a group kids’ art class to sign your child and their friends up for? If so, CourseHorse offers private kids’ art classes that they can deliver to you through online video platforms like Zoom. Virtual art classes serve as a great birthday activity or as something fun for your child to do over the summer.

If you’d like to learn about the remote kids’ art classes that CourseHorse offers, you can contact them through the form on their website. They’ll help you determine what class would be best for your child and their group. You can discuss types of art they might be interested in doing as well as the size of the group. CourseHorse accommodates a range of group sizes. They’ll also let you book the minimum group size if you’re unsure of how many kids will be taking the class, which you can then edit up to one week before the class takes place. 

CourseHorse provides all class participants with the needed materials before the class date. They’ll collect the addresses of each participant and mail supplies out ahead of time. CourseHorse doesn’t charge booking fees for any classes. They’ll also let you cancel the class for free up to two weeks before the date of the class. CourseHorse recommends that you use Zoom to take their classes, but they can also accommodate Microsoft Teams, Google Meets, and WebEx. 

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