Kids Art Classes in Washington, DC

For children who are discovering the joy of art, this is a great start! In a full class course, students will devise several paintings under the guidance of a professional tutor, hone skills & techniques. We will encourage self expression and look at other artists for inspiration & techniques to apply to our own pieces. Learn color mixing...

The perfect introductory class to the important skill of drawing. Drawing is the most useful of all the visual arts and the perfect class to take before moving on to Painting. We will work on classic exercises to show students how to see shape and form. Explore demos in classical principle techniques for achieving proportion, perspective, shading,...

Our core teen art program that allows students to become well-rounded artists by shuffling projects across drawing, painting, sculpture and mixed media. Students engage in One River School’s innovative curriculum inspired by contemporary artists that stimulates their imagination and helps them develop essential technical skills in a fun digital...

Introducing: Kids’ After School! We are so excited to start our fall, winter and spring after school program. We'll be offering classes Wednesdays & Thursday's 4:00-5:15pm. All supplies and projects will be shipped upon enrollment for your kiddos to enjoy crafting and sewing! We have 2 levels for this class including beginner ( first time using...

There are five areas of concentration in our on-going curriculum: Scene Study, Cold Reading, Interview Technique, Improvisation and Character Development. Students are not allowed to critique other students, but are instead encouraged to comment positively on specifics within any actor's performance. Direction is given through choices, emotional development,...

Young artists will learn about line, shape and color to create some animal friends like a terrific turtle, a friendly fish and an exuberant elephant! Discover patterns and shapes and how they make everything more interesting and fun. Inspired Projects may Include:  Line, Color & Pattern Designs Turtle Line Drawing Mister Fish Watercolor Shape,...

This is a tradional Japanese martial arts class specializing in throws and takedowns. It will help kids develop coordination, self confidence and agility. Check your email for online invitation. Students should wear loose clothing like sweats.

Students will learn about the tradition of sequential art used in American comics, manga, and contemporary graphic novels while exploring techniques in cartoon and perspective drawing, character design, cover art, and storyboarding. Throughout the week, artists will work towards completing a chapter in their very own graphic novel. This unique, interactive...

Artists will explore the process of sculpting as they learn the tools necessary to make their own clay figures. Experimenting with materials such as wire, paper, fabric, and clay, students will employ new techniques to create a collaborative stop-motion claymation film. The week will conclude with a virtual premier where friends and family members...

Join us for an intro into puppetry! Students will create a variety of puppets using different materials. Each class students will brainstorm ideas and draw a quick sketch, then they will create their own unique puppets. Projects: Class 1: Paper bag puppet. Students will construct a paper bag puppet that is unique, using a paper bag, color paper...

4-Week Virtual Art Class for Ages 5-10 (Elementary School) Learn to express yourself through paint and color and develop an understanding of abstract concepts! All art supplies are included in the price and will be shipped to you prior to the start of the course. Price details: $169 - 4-week class $64 - single class only Sign...

You’ll be on the move in this class!  Exploring texture, line, color and shape while drawing and painting some of your favorite things on the ground, in the air and on the sea that go, go, go! Inspired Projects may Include:  Texture Train Trucks & Tractors Blast Off – Space Shuttle Ferry Boat Materials Needed:  paper (white...

Set sail for an artistic adventure! In this class, students will cut and paste while using line, shape, pattern and color to create sailboats and whimsical whales in their own unique seascape.  Inspired Projects may Include  Collage Sailboats Paper Whale Product Shipping Shipping in the SF Bay Area – 1 business day Shipping to...

The core digital art and design class at One River School that brings fine art and technology together by providing students with the tools, software and inspiration to make art on a virtual canvas. Students shuffle projects across digital drawing, digital paintings, graphic designs and animation.

Create a dynamic mixed media artwork combining colors, shapes, symbols, images, and words. With artist George Evans. Join on your computer or tablet wherever you have internet. A Zoom link and art materials list will be sent to you prior to class. Students are responsible for providing their own art materials based on recommendations provided by...