Kids Art Classes
We have large tables to accomodate 8 children in the studio at a social distance. Masks must be worn at all times when in the stuido. We do allow children to walk around the studio to interact with eachother and have an airfilter near the sinks where children tend to gather. Our classes for ages 2-5 are for caregiver/child to create together. Please join us for some good old fashoned in person exploration of art and materials.
Big puppets, little puppets, paper puppets, hand puppets, shadow puppets. While making puppets from fabrics, plastic bottles, clay and so much more, we will explore basic narrative structures. Collectively and individually we will build theaters and create wonderful performances.
Details:
- for ages 5-7
- Masks must be worn in the stuido at all times
- taught by Phoenix Delman
process art- ages 3-5- Tuesdays
This is a process oriented class focused on furthering your child's creative confidence. While exploring all kinds materials, clay, glue, wood, recycled materials, beads, buttons and fabric students will learn to problem solve, verbalize their ideas and further creative thinking. They will participate in the joyful learning through exploring sensory based materials while learning age appropriate skills.
This class begins September 7th
Details:
- Ages 3-5
- This is a pay by month rolling class. It's $30 per class. You will be charged for the classes we offer for the month and we will prorate if you sign up in the middle of the month. On the first day of class I will get your CC info to keep on file and charge it each month. We ask for at least a one month commitment.
- This is grownup/child class in our studio. Adults must stay to engage with the children.
- This is an in studio class with social distancing. Masks or shields must be worn at all times in the studio.
- We have smocks for you to where that are laundered after each class or you are welcome to bring your own.
- taught by Liz Berger
drawing on Tuesdays
We will be using a variety mediums, sumi ink, pencil, watercolors, charcoal to focus on depth of field, perspective, composition, shadow and mark making. Most of the drawing will be from observation but we will also do some imaginative drawing as well. This is a wonderful class for those who want to learn some basic technique in drawing while also finding their own voice and confidence.
Details:
- for ages 5-8
- masks must be worn in the studio at all times
- taught by Liz Berger
process art- ages 3-5- Wednesdays
This is a process oriented class focused on creative thinking and strengthening imagination. While exploring all kinds materials, clay, glue, wood, recycled materials, beads, buttons and fabric we will be printing, painting, sculpting, cutting and gluing. This class is a wonderful way to build fine motor skills and further your child's creative confidence.
Details:
- Ages 3-5
- This is a pay by month rolling class. It's $30 per class. You will be charged for the classes we offer for the month and we will prorate if you sign up in the middle of the month. On the first day of class I will get your CC info to keep on file and charge it each month. We ask for at least a one month commitment.
- This is grownup/child class in our studio. Adults must stay to engage with the children.
- This is an in studio class with social distancing. Masks or shields must be worn at all times in the studio.
- We have smocks for you to where that are laundered after each class or you are welcome to bring your own.
- taught by Shelley Friedman
ceramic class ages 5-7
Join us for this beginning ceramics class where students learn the basics of ceramics, pinch pots, coiling and slab building using low fire clay. We have a variety of glazes and will be teaching some surface techniques as well. We will also give plenty of freedom for kids to build what they want as well. We fire the kiln a few times over the course of the class.
Details:
- For ages 5-7
- This class is held inside our studio. All students must wear a mask during class.
- Students will be sitting at least 4 feet apart
- Taught by Liz Berger
This class is FULL- if you would like to be added to the waitlist please email us to info@purpletwig.com
Drawing is an incredible way for kids to express themselves and all you need is a pencil and paper. We will also be using charcoal, watercolor, chalk pastels all the while learning basic techniques in drawing from perspective, proportion and shadow. We will draw from life and draw from our imagination.
Details:
- for ages 5-8
- Masks must be worn at all times while in the studio
- taught by Samara Caughey
This class is FULL- if you would like to be added to the waitlist, please email us to info@purpletwig.com
This is a private art class put together by a parent. Please only register if you know this person.
This is a process oriented class focused on creative thinking and strengthening imagination. While exploring all kinds materials, clay, glue, wood, recycled materials, beads, buttons and fabric we will be printing, painting, sculpting, cutting and gluing. This class is a wonderful way to build fine motor skills and further your child's creative confidence.
Details:
- For ages 5-6
- This is a drop off class
- This is a private class
- Taught by Shelley Friedman