Summer 2026 Young Artist Workshop Series

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Young Artists Drawing Foundations

Observation • Shape • Line • Shading (Ages 7-11)

June 9th — June 25th

6 session

• 3‑Week Workshop • Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10:00–12:00 PM

This workshop introduces young artists to the foundations of drawing in a supportive, age‑appropriate environment. Students learn how to observe, simplify, and draw real objects using clear steps and fun subjects like toys, plants, animals, and geometric forms.

What Your Child Will Learn

  • How to observe objects as simple shapes

  • How to compare sizes and proportions

  • How to use line confidently

  • How to shade basic forms

  • How to draw from observation

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Color & Painting Explorers

Color Mixing • Brushwork • Composition (Ages 7-11)

July 14th — July 30th

6 sessions

• 3‑Week Workshop • Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10:00–12:00 PM

A joyful introduction to painting from observation. Kids explore color, learn how to block in shapes, and complete a finished acrylic painting. This workshop blends creativity with real skill‑building in a kid‑friendly way.

What Your Child Will Learn

  • How to mix colors

  • Warm vs. cool color families

  • How to block-in shapes

  • How to use brushes effectively

  • How to complete a painting

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Printmaking for Kids: Stamps, Patterns & Monotypes

Texture • Pattern • Color Layers with a Pro-Grade Printmaking Press

August 4th — 20th

6 sessions

• 3‑Week Workshop • Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10:00–12:00 PM

A magical introduction to printmaking using safe tools, foam plates, hand‑cut stamps, and our professional-grade Griffin etching press. Kids experiment with color, texture, and pattern while creating a series of unique prints.

What Your Child Will Learn

  • How to design simple prints

  • How to ink plates safely

  • How to create patterns and textures

  • How to layer color

  • How to pull prints using a real press

Meet our Griffin Co. Etching Press

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