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, April 14 | 1:00-3:00 PM
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Youth Weekly Classes

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.

Thursday, 1:30-2:45 PM | April 4-May 23 | R $159 NR $169
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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!

Monday, 4:15-5:30 PM | April 8-May 20 | R $170 NR $180
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Thursday, 4:15-5:30 PM | April 11-May 23 | R $170 NR $180
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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!

Tuesday, 4:15-5:45 PM | April 9-May 21 | R $185 NR $195
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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. A supply list is available upon registration
Instructor Leslie Menarik

Tuesday, 1:00-3:30 PM | February 27-April 16 | R $115 NR $125
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Tuesday, 1:00-3:30 PM | April 23-May 28 | R $100 NR $110
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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.
Instructor
 Leslie Menarik

Wednesday, 12:30-3:00 PM | February 28-April 17 | R $115 NR $125
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Wednesday, 12:30-3:00 PM | April 24-May 29 | R $100 NR $115
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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.
Instructor
Leslie Menarik

Tuesday, 9:30 AM-12:00 PM | February 27-April 16 | R $115 NR $125
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Tuesday, 9:30 AM-12:00 PM | April 23-May 28 | R $100 NR $110
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Holiday Classes

Here Comes Peter Cottontail – Storytime Crafts (Ages 4-8)

Arts and crafts from the children’s classic, Here Comes Peter Cottontail, as only the Art Studio can! Hop on down the trail with us and craft adorable projects for the spring and holiday season you’ll be proud to display in your home. The story will be read as we create to add to the holiday fun.

Sunday, March 3 | 1:00-3:00 PM | R $42 NR $47
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Spring Fling Art (Ages 5-11)

Spring is in the air and the Art Studio is blooming with color, hopping bunnies, Easter eggs and more. Design and decorate wonderful homemade crafts to brighten your home for the springtime after the long cold winter.

Sunday, March 10 | 1:00-3:00 PM | R $35 NR $40
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Magnificent Moms (Ages 5-12)

How about a homemade gift for your hard working Mom? Choose 3 of several possible gifts to compliment your Mom’s style from a variety of themes, kitchen, garden, jewelry, organization or relaxation to name a few! Great for moms, grandmas, aunts and all the special “ladies” in your life! Plenty of time to mail out gifts to far away relatives. No peeking before Mother’s Day!

Sunday, April 21 | 1:00-3:30 PM | R $42 NR $47
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Specialty Classes

There are currently no Specialty Classes this Spring.

Art Start Camp

Spring Break – Art Start Camp (Ages 7-14)

Our popular “all inclusive” art camp combines both art and crafts. If you’re looking for an overall “art experience” this is the camp for you. Painting, drawing, design, color, dimension, clay and more; an “eclectic” combination of instruction, technique and individual exploration! Campers grouped and challenged by age and skill. Must work independently and be 7 by start of camp. All supplies included.

Tuesday/Wednesday, 9:30 AM-12:00 PM | March 26-27 | R $78 NR $81
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Open Studio

School’s Out Open Studio (Ages 5-16)

Be creative and beat the boredom on your day off from school! Choose projects from a huge assortment of wood, plaster and more! New selections and items are 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-2:00 PM | R $19 NR $21

Monday, March 25

Thursday, March 28

Friday, March 29

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