Art Exploration is designed for 4-6 year old students, focusing on developing fine motor skills, exploring a variety of art media, building primary art vocabulary, and cultivating an open mind and curiosity about art. If you're looking for children's art classes near me, this program also fosters the ability to interact with teachers and classmates effectively.
Ages: 4-6
Class: 1.5hours / 1x week
Art Foundation is designed for 7-9 years old students focusing on building fundamental skills in visual art, be exposed to variety of artistic styles, using professional art vocabulary to communicate ideas, and cultivating a great sense of teamwork and responsibility as an artist.
Ages: 7-9
Class: 1.5hours / 1x week
Art Advancement is designed for experienced 5+ grade students. Responsibilities as an artist will be emphasized with weekly homework, technical in-class studies, and independent research for creating their own distinctive pieces. This class will focus on expanding complex drawing and painting skills, advanced color theory, professional use of multiple media, art historical influences, drawing from still life/live models, and proficiency using art vocabulary.
Ages: 10-12
Class: 1.5hours / 1x week
Elite Class is a specialized program designed for students between 8 to 11 years old who have a strong passion for art and are willing to put in extra effort to improve their skills. The program requires a commitment of 2 hours per week.
To join the Elite Class, interested students must go through a rigorous selection process. They need to submit their best artwork and undergo an election process, where a panel of judges assesses their work and evaluates their potential. Only those who meet the high standards set by the judges are selected to join the Elite Class.
Once admitted, students in the Elite Class receive focused instruction and training from experienced and skilled art educators. They learn advanced techniques and skills that go beyond what is taught in regular art classes. The Elite Class also provides students with opportunities to showcase their talents and participate in art competitions and exhibitions.
The Elite Class is an excellent opportunity for young artists to develop their skills, express themselves creatively, and connect with like-minded peers. It is a rigorous and rewarding program that can help students achieve their full potential in the field of art.
Ages: 8-11
Class: 2hours / 1x week
Oil Painting Foundation (offered in the San Jose studio) is designed for 7-10 year old students focusing on building rudimentary painting techniques, learning how to handle painting tools (i.e. brushes, palette knives, etc.), and being familiar with color theories, composition, brushwork, etc. all with oil paints.
We strongly recommend students either having prior drawing experience or taking Art Foundation concurrently.
Ages: 7-10
Class: 1.5hours / 1x week
Digital Anime (Offered through Fremont, Mountain View, Cupertino, San Jose, Belmont Campuses) have become a staple in young people’s literary consumption and they continue to become more sophisticated not only in art but in storytelling as well. Many modern comics like March are now considered literary works of art in the same vein as classic novels like to Kill a Mockingbird. This gives us an opportunity to use the popularity of comics and manga to introduce many students to the fundamentals of drawing and to unlock their hidden passion for visual storytelling.
Ages: 11+
Class: 2 hours / 1x week
Animation (Only offered in Cupertino campus) has become a powerful pillar of contemporary visual culture, playing a vital role across industries such as film, television, advertising, game development, tech, and web design. From blockbuster animated films and immersive video games to motion graphics in advertising, animation continues to shape how we communicate, entertain, and experience information.
This course is not only fun and engaging, but also introduces students to professional digital animation tools and software, helping them build practical skills that align with current industry trends. Students will explore the fundamentals of animation—such as movement, timing, and storytelling—while developing their creativity and digital fluency. By the end of the course, students will have gained both artistic insight and technical confidence, making it an ideal entry point into the world of modern visual storytelling.
Ages: 11+
Class: 1.5 hours / 1x week
We are going to use ToonSquid, and it requires a system iPadOS 15 or later. Toon squid is $9.99 on the app store. Here is the link. Please download the application before you come to the class/trial class.
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