Class Information

Time: 6 – 7:30pm

Location: Stay Studio

Day: Mondays

Ages: 12 – 16

Semester Schedule

Fall Semester:
August 18 – December 15, 2025
16 weeks

Spring Semester:
January 5 – May 18, 2026
19 weeks

About the Class

This studio-style class focuses on building strong foundational techniques in drawing and painting. Students will explore observational studies, color mixing, composition, and both traditional and experimental approaches to art-making. Each project is designed to strengthen technical skills while encouraging personal artistic style.

Curriculum builds across each semester, allowing students to develop a consistent practice and body of work. The final month of each semester (December & May) is dedicated to preparing a project for our youth exhibition.

Experience Level:

Ideal for students with foundational experience who are ready to refine their skills. Beginners are welcome but should have a strong interest in art and a willingness to challenge themselves.

Monthly Curriculum

- August – Drawing Foundations
- September – Light, Shadow & Space
- October– Color Theory & Painting
- November – Narrative & Experimental Art
- December – Art of the Exhibit
- January – Line, Form & Visual Storytelling
- February – Color & Emotion in Portraits
- March– Nature, Pattern & Experimental Drawing
- April – Space, Movement & Imaginative Scenes
- May – Art of the Exhibit

Materials

Basic materials from our studio are included with registration.
Want your child to have their own supplies? Add a personal art kit for $65 at checkout!
- Stay Arts tote bag
- Sketchbook
- Drawing materials
- Paintbrush set
- Watercolor set
Students that register for the full semester receive a personal artwork portfolio to track progress. Portfolios are stored in-studio and returned at the end of the semester with all completed projects!

Registration Information

Get the best value by registering for the full semester! Tuition includes all classes for the Fall or Spring semester. Your child will also receive a personal artwork portfolio and automatically participate in our youth gallery exhibition.
Prefer flexibility? Select monthly registration. This is a great option if you can only commit to certain months.
Please note: Class count may vary per month (typically 3, 4, or 5 classes) depending on holidays or how the calendar falls.
Starting part-way through the semester or month? Our tuition is prorated – start anytime and only pay for the remaining classes.
First-time students are eligible for one free trial class! Free trials and drop-in sessions can be booked through monthly registration – just select the month you'd like to attend and complete your booking on Sawyer.
Please note: Free trials and drop-ins are not offered on the final month of each semester (December & May).
Once you select a 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. New families will be prompted to create an account and add their child’s information.
Note: On Sawyer, the term “Multi-Session” simply means your registration includes multiple sessions or class dates.