Art Studio

Visual Arts Programs

Considered the community’s premiere arts facility, the Art Studio at Melas Park offers creative classes, workshops and birthday parties. Adult classes are taught by professional artists. Popular birthday party packages for girls and boys preschool through teens. Offering a wide variety of summer, school-year, and school-break programs.

 

 

 

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Family Open Paint Day (Ages 3+)

Family time in the Art Studio! Choose the projects you want to paint alongside the ones you love most! This is the perfect way to spend quality time bonding in color with your family; moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles, the more the merrier. Plan to spend an hour with us. Register individually to paint one item. We do have paint shirts, but wear clothing suitable for permanent paint. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No drop off.

Sunday, September 17 | 1:00-3:00 PM | R $16 NR $19
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Saturday, November 4 | 1:00-3:00 PM | R $16 NR $19
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Youth Weekly Classes

Introduction to Art Academy (Grades 1-4)

Do you enjoy art at school and wish the class would last longer? This class introduces you to the world of art including a variety of art and craft projects. Class focuses on skill development and technique. A perfect class to supplement school art curriculum and grow your confidence. Stay with us all year, no projects repeat!

Instructor Susan Egea | No Class October 9 & November 20
Monday, 4:15-5:30 PM | September 11-October 23 | R $145 NR $155
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Monday, 4:15-5:30 PM | October 30-December 11 | R $145 NR $155
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Instructor Studio Staff | No Class November 23
Thursday, 4:15-5:30 PM | September 14-October 19 | R $145 NR $155
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Thursday, 4:15-5:30 PM | October 26-December 7 | R $145 NR $155
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Intermediate Art Academy (Grades 5-8)

Explore the various mediums available; pencil, chalk, watercolor, acrylic and more while learning about concepts, such as, line, shape, texture and color. Direction is provided towards completed projects. A true enhancement and skill development to supplement school art curriculum. Stay with us all year, no projects repeat!

Instructor Leslie Menarik | No Class November 21
Tuesday, 4:15-5:45 PM | September 12-October 17 | R $160 NR $170
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Tuesday, 4:15-5:45 PM | October 24-December 5 | R $160 NR $170
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Kindergarten Art Adventure (Ages 5-6)

Join us for a creative adventure designed specifically for Kindergartners. We’ll discover artistic outlets with art and crafts projects for all seasons. Painting, crafting, creating with clay, plaster art, watercolors, holiday decor and more! Emphasis is on providing a stress free complement to a kindergartner’s day. No repeat projects.

Instructor Studio Staff
Wednesday, 4:40-5:50 PM | September 13-October 18 | R $135 NR $145
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Wednesday, 4:40-5:50 PM | October 25-December 6 | R $135 NR $145
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Instructor Susan Egea| No Class November 23
Thursday, 1:30-2:45 PM | September 14-October 19 | R $135 NR $145
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Thursday, 1:30-2:45 PM | October 26-December 7 | R $135 NR $145
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Learn to Draw (Ages 7-14)

Learn and improve drawing skills through practice and understanding of the step-by-step approach. Specific tips take drawings to the next level. Use a variety of media, including chalk, pastels, charcoal and watercolor. All supplies included.

Thursday, 5:50-6:50 PM | September 14-October 19 | R $130 NR $140
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Thursday, 5:50-6:50 PM | October 26-December 7 | R $130 NR $140
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Adult Weekly Classes

Exploring Pastels (Ages 18+)

Learn three aspects of the medium of pastel-color, drawing and mixing. Work from photos or still life. Suitable for beginners and intermediate/advanced levels. Click Here for the supply list.
No Class November 21
Instructor Leslie Menarik

Tuesday, 1:00-3:30 PM | September 5-October 17 | R $115 NR $125
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Tuesday, 1:00-3:30 PM | October 24-December 12 | R $115 NR $125
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Oil or Acrylic Painting Studio Time (Ages 18+)

Like to oil paint, but don’t have the room? Seeking artistic guidance, but don’t necessarily need intense lessons? Enjoy painting and socializing with other artists? Studio time is for you! Work on your own subject matter, at your own pace, with guidance when you need it. Recommended for beginners through experienced artists.
No Class November 22
Instructor
 Leslie Menarik

Wednesday, 12:30-3:00 PM | September 6-October 18 | R $115 NR $125
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Wednesday, 12:30-3:00 PM | October 25-December 13 | R $115 NR $125
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Watercolor for Adults (Ages 18+)

Do you enjoy watercolor painting? Seeking artistic guidance, but don’t necessarily need intense lessons? Enjoy painting and socializing with other artists? Studio time is for you! Work on your own subject matter, at your own pace, with guidance when you need it. Recommended for beginners through experienced artists. A supply is available upon registration for new students.
No Class November 21
Instructor
Leslie Menarik

Tuesday, 9:30 AM-12:00 PM | September 5-October 17 | R $115 NR $125
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Tuesday, 9:30 AM-12:00 PM | October 24-December 12 | R $115 NR $125
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Holiday Classes

The Haunted Studio (Ages 6-12)

Boo! The Studio has been taken over by ghosts! Who we gonna call? Ghost-artists! Come in for some ghoulishly good Halloween crafty fun. Craftin’ makes us feel good!

Sunday, October 15 | 1:00-3:00 PM | R $39 NR $44
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Monster Mash (Ages 5-10)

Halloween is just around the corner. Join us and explore your imagination! Make your monsters come to life using a wide range of craft materials. Make them friendly, scary and spooky.

Sunday, October 22 | 1:00-3:00 PM | R $39 NR $44
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Thanks for Thanksgiving Crafts (Ages 5-10)

Looking for a way to show how thankful you are for your family? Come craft with us and bring home unique Thanksgiving keepsakes that will steal the show at dinner! Sorry turkey.

Sunday, November 12 | 1:00-3:30 PM | R $40 NR $45
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Monday, November 20 | 9:30 AM-12:00 PM | R $40 NR $45
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Open Studio

School’s Out Open Studio (Ages 5-16)

Escape the cold, put away the screen and get creative. Choose projects from a huge assortment of wood, plaster and more! New selections and items suitable for gift giving available. Ages 5 and up are welcome, but must be able to sit and work independently. Registration required for each attendee. Come in for 1.5 hours, arrive by 1:30 PM.

10:00 AM-3:00 PM | R $18 NR $20

Wednesday, August 9

Thursday, August 10

Birthday Parties

Arts & Crafts (Ages 5-16)

$25 per child – Minimum 8 children, Maximum 20

A ‘one-of-a-kind’ birthday experience! Choose a quality project, custom theme and colors for boys and girls. Instruction provided. No two parties are ever the same! Parties are two hours long. Call the Art Studio for details 847-342-0573.

Looking for a class supply list?

Visit the Forms & Downloads page


Attention Girl Scout, Boy Scout & Indian Princess Programs!

Try something “creatively” different and plan your next outing with us! Weeknights and some weekends are available with themed projects for all ages. Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts of all levels can earn various artistic merit badges through The Art Studio as well as celebrate end of year or holiday parties.

For scheduling and more details, call the Studio 847-342-0573