Weekly art classes for ages 5-16
First-time students receive a free trial class
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Inspire Creativity
We empower young artists to unlock their creative potential and develop a personal artistic practice in a safe, supportive environment. Our art classes explore a variety of mediums, techniques and styles, with guidance from professional teaching artists.
Explore Our Classes
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Fine Art: Drawing & Painting
Ages 12-16
Mondays | 6:00 – 7:30pm
For young artists looking to refine drawing and painting techniques through structured studio lessons.
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Visual Art Studio
Ages 9-12
Tuesdays | 6:00 – 7:30pm
Build visual art skills across a variety of mediums like drawing, painting, mixed media, and more!
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Digital Art I
Ages 9-12
Wednesdays | 4:00 – 5:30pm
Intro to digital art using Clip Studio Paint and Wacom tablets — perfect for tech-savvy beginners.
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Digital Art II
Ages 12-16
Wednesdays | 6:00 – 7:30pm
Int/Adv digital illustration and design techniques for students building confidence and creative voice.
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Characters, Comics & Cartoons
Ages 10-14
Thursdays | 5:00 – 6:30pm
Bring your ideas to life through fun, expressive projects in cartooning, character design, and comics.
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Stay & Create
Ages 5-8
Saturdays | 10 – 11:30am, 12 – 1:30pm
Inspire your child’s creativity through monthly themes and hands-on, process-based art projects!
Why Families Love Our Classes
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Our Team
Our teaching artists have experience working with children of diverse ages and walks of life. They are background-checked, CPR-certified, and currently teach at local schools through our school-based art programs.
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Our Space
Our classes take place at Stay Studio, a community art studio, gallery, and creative space in Downtown Downey. Students work with high-quality art supplies in an inspiring setting surrounded by local artwork.
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Our Approach
Our classes focus on exploration, experimentation, and personal expression over perfection. This process-based approach builds confidence, boosts mental and emotional wellbeing, and fosters a lifelong love of art.
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Our Community
Students celebrate their creativity and achievements with a gallery showcase at the end of the season! This experience inspires a sense of community, connection, and pride among families and peers.
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Class Details
Free Trials
First-time students are eligible for one free trial class!
Flexible Pricing
Classes can be purchased as a full season (fall and spring only), by the month, or for drop-in sessions. We also offer sibling discounts!
Materials
All materials included in registration. For digital art classes, Thinkpad laptops, Wacom tablets, and software are provided in-studio.
Policies
Before booking, please review our Class Policies.
Questions?
Email: hello@stayarts.org
Call/text: (562) 774-2056
We are available by phone M-F, 10am – 5pm
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