Now enrolling!
Fall & Spring 2025-2026

Inspire Creativity

We empower young artists to unlock their creative potential and develop a personal artistic practice in a supportive environment. Our classes explore a variety of mediums, techniques and styles, with guidance from professional teaching artists.

Program Details

  • Fall: August 18 – December 20, 2025
    Spring: January 5 – May 23, 2026

    • Weekly 1.5 hour classes

    • Days/times vary by class

    • New theme or focus each month

    • Curriculum builds across the semester

  • All materials are included in registration! Some classes offer an optional art kit add-on (see class pages for availability). For Digital Art, all tech and software are provided in-studio.

  • Full Semester (Best Value)

    • One-time payment or installment plan

    • Includes all scheduled classes for the semester

    • Students receive a personal portfolio and automatically participate in our youth exhibition

    Monthly Registration

    • Pay month-to-month

    • Ideal for families who need flexibility

    • Monthly rate is fixed, but class count may vary (3–5 classes depending on holidays)

    Drop-Ins

    • Drop-in sessions available for select classes

    • Pricing varies by class

    Free Trials & Discounts

    • First time students receive one free trial class!

    • Sibling discounts available

  • Step 1: Explore Classes
    Browse our classes below and click “Learn More & Register” to view the full class schedule, curriculum, and registration options.

    Step 2: Choose Your Registration Option
    On each class page, you can select the full semester (best value) or monthly registration. Drop-ins and free trials are also available.

    Step 3 – Complete Booking on Sawyer
    After choosing your registration option, you’ll be redirected to a secondary booking page hosted on Sawyer, our secure registration platform.

    There, you’ll find additional details on curriculum, payment, and booking options to complete your registration and checkout. If you’re new, you’ll need to create a family profile and add your child’s info.

    💬 Need help? Call or text us at (562) 774-2056

  • We want all students to have a great experience! Before registering, please take a moment to read our Class Policies to learn more about behavior, cancellations, and more.

Explore Classes

  • Fine Art: Drawing & Painting

    Day: Mondays
    Time: 6:00 – 7:30pm
    Age: 12 - 16

    Fall: Aug 18 – Dec 15 (16 weeks)
    Spring: Jan 5 – May 18 (19 weeks)

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  • Visual Art Studio

    Day: Tuesdays
    Time: 6:00 – 7:30pm
    Age: 9 - 12

    Fall: Aug 19 – Dec 16 (17 weeks)
    Spring: Jan 6 – May 19 (19 weeks)

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  • Characters & Comics

    Day: Wednesdays
    Time: 4:00 – 5:30pm
    Age: 10 - 14

    Fall: Sept 3 – Dec 17 (15 weeks)
    Spring: Jan 7 – May 20 (19 weeks)

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  • Digital Art

    Day: Wednesdays
    Time: 6:00 – 7:30pm
    Age: 10 - 14

    Fall: Aug 20 – Dec 17 (17 weeks)
    Spring: Jan 7 – May 20 (19 weeks)

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  • Stay & Create | Morning Class

    Stay & Create | Morning Class

    Day: Saturdays
    Time: 10 – 11:30am
    Age: 5 - 8

    Fall: Aug 23 – Dec 20 (17 weeks)
    Spring: Jan 10 – May 23 (20 weeks)

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  • Stay & Create | Afternoon Class

    Day: Saturdays
    Time: 12 – 1:30pm
    Age: 5 - 8

    Fall: Aug 23 – Dec 20 (17 weeks)
    Spring: Jan 10 – May 23 (20 weeks)

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Why Families Love Our Classes

  • Our Team

    Our Team

    Our teaching artists have experience working with children of diverse ages and walks of life. They are all background-checked, CPR-certified, and teach at local schools through our partnership programs.

  • Our Space

    Our Space

    Our classes take place at Stay Studio, a community art studio, gallery, and creative space in Downey, CA. Students work with high-quality art supplies in an inspiring setting surrounded by local artwork.

  • Our Approach

    Our Approach

    Our classes focus on exploration and expression over perfection. This process-based approach builds confidence, boosts mental and emotional wellbeing, and fosters a lifelong love of art.

  • Our Community

    We celebrate the creativity of our students with a gallery exhibition at the end of the semester! This experience inspires a sense of community, connection, and pride among families and peers.

What Parents Are Saying
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  • “The instructors are amazing! They really care about the children and the community. All instructors were very informative, patient, and knowledgeable with all of the art activities.“

    – Felicia G.

  • "I loved the boost in confidence it has given my son, and the understanding and the flexibility of the staff. Excellent customer service. My son believed that nothing could be improved and that everything was fun and an amazing experience.

    – Gloria N.

  • "My daughter is very happy with her classes! She loves that she is learning new skills, and using new materials to make her projects. We really recommend this art studio"

    – Griselda E.

  • "The instructors are great. They are very patient with the kids and provided easy to follow instructions based on their age."

    – Sandy R.

Questions?

Email: hello@stayarts.org
Call/text: (562) 774-2056

We are available by phone M-F, 10am – 5pm

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