Class Schedule
773.636.1968 ADDRESS: 2446 N. Clark, Chicago thepaintbrush@thepaintbrush.net
CLASSES
REGISTER NOW FOR FALL 2023 SESSIONS 1 & 2!
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Interested in a private or group class in person or online? Let us know!

SUMMER SESSION 2: July 22-August 19, 2023 (4 weeks)
FALL SESSION 1: August 27-October 21, 2023 (No classes on Labor Day)
FALL SESSION 2: October 22-December 23, 2023 (No classes Thanksgiving Week)
Once you have registered please look for our Confirmation Email with Registration Forms and Important Safety Information!
All Classes are prorated to allow students to join after week 1 of the session.
Once you have registered please look for our Confirmation Email with Registration Forms and Important Safety Information! You will need to REPLY to the email PROMPTLY to complete your registration.
Sunday Sunrise ART Class
ages 4-10
Sundays, 10:00-11:00
Round out your weekend with an ART class. In this Signature class kids learn about ART though hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of hands-on approaches including drawing, painting, collaging,etc.
After School ART Class
ages 5-11
Mondays, 3:30-4:30
Take an afterschool break with ART classes! In this Signature class kids learn about ART though hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of hands-on approaches including drawing, painting, collaging,etc.
Drop-off.
Figure & Portrait Drawing for ‘Tweens
ages 8-12
Mondays, 4:45-5:45
In this ART skills class, kids learn the fine art of figure drawing and portrait drawing through hands on practice. Perfect for kids who want to advance their existing skills or learn something new.
Drop off.
Cartooning Class
ages 6-11
Mondays, 6:00-7:00
Love to doodle? In this ART skills class, kids learn the whimsical art of cartooning and silly, fun art!
Drop-off.
Adult Basic Watercolor Class
adults
Mondays, 7:15-8:45pm
Learn the art of watercolor painting in our new adults-only class. No experience necessary. Open to students at least 15 years old.
Drawing Techniques Class
ages 7-12
Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00
We’re introducing all kinds of drawing techniques in this new class! Each week we will draw in styles with different mediums. We’ll try our hand at observational drawings from life, cartoons, fashion illustration, abstract drawings, and more, using a range of mediums such as pen, pencil, colored pencil, marker, paint, even cut paper and more experimental mediums. Kids will work at their own skill level on the same objective with the materials that are equally good for beginners and more advanced students! Drop-off.
ART Class for Tots/Preschoolers
ages 2-5 with participating caregiver
For toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers. In this Signature class kids learn about ART though hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of hands-on approaches including drawing, painting, collaging, etc. Plus playtime in our ART-themed playroom.
After School ART Class
ages 4-10
In this Signature class kids learn about ART though hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of hands-on approaches including drawing, painting, collaging,etc.
Drop-off.
At-Home Cartooning (Online!)
ages 6-11
Wednesdays, 6:45-7:30
This skills class is LIVE via Zoom. Learn the whimsical ART form of Cartooning from the safety of your own home in this Introduction to Cartooning Class! No experience required. Bring paper and pencil with good eraser to class.
ART Class for Tots/Preschoolers
ages 2-5 with participating caregiver
For toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers. In this Signature class kids learn about ART though hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of hands-on approaches including drawing, painting, collaging, etc. Plus playtime in our ART-themed playroom.
Little ART Explorers
ages 12-24 months with participating caregiver
Thursdays, 10:30-11:20
Thursdays, 5:15-6:05
Our littlest ARTists will be introduced to all the skills they need to explore the wonderful world of ART. Shapes and color recognition and medium exploration are the skills we focus on in this hands-on intro to ART class for toddlers. Includes ART playtime in our ART-themed playroom.
After School ART Class
ages 4-10
In this Signature class kids learn about ART though hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of hands-on approaches including drawing, painting, collaging,etc.
Drop-off.
ART Class for Tots/Preschoolers
ages 2-5 with participating caregiver
Fridays, 11:05-11:55
Registration for this class may be available for Fall Session 1 with a minimum of three students
For toddlers and their caregivers. In this Signature class kids learn about ART though hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of hands-on approaches including drawing, painting, collaging,etc. Plus playtime in our ART-themed playroom.
Intro to Drawing & Painting
ages 5-8
Fridays, 4:45-5:45
In this ART skills class our younger kids will learn the basics of drawing and painting through a hands-on approach. Drop-off.
Drawing & Painting for ‘Tweens
ages 8-12
This class is designed for our older students to learn the basic skills of drawing and painting.
Drop-off.
Little ART Explorers
ages 12-24 months with participating caregiver
Saturdays, 9:00-9:50
Our littlest ARTists will be introduced to all the skills they need to explore the wonderful world of ART. Shapes and color recognition and medium exploration are the skills we focus on in this hands-on intro to ART class for toddlers. Includes ART playtime in our ART-themed playroom.
Saturday Morning ART Class
ages 4-10
Saturdays, 10:00-11:30
Chill out on Saturday mornings with this extended ART class! In this Signature class kids learn about ART though hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of hands-on approaches including drawing, painting, collaging,etc.
Drop-off.
ART Class for Tots/Preschoolers
ages 2-5 with participating caregiver
Saturdays, 12:00-12:50
For toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers. In this Signature class kids learn about ART though hands-on ARTist-inspired lessons using a variety of hands-on approaches including drawing, painting, collaging, etc. Plus playtime in our
ART-themed playroom.
Intermediate Drawing & Painting for ‘Tweens
ages 8-12
Saturdays, 1:00-2:00
This class is designed for our older students to learn the more advanced skills of drawing and painting.
Drop-off.
Once you have registered please look for our Confirmation Email with Registration Forms and Important Safety Information!
Live, ONLINE CLASS Options

The following online classes were offered during lockdown. If you’d like to schedule a group or private online class please email thepaintbrush@thepaintbrush.net
TINY ARTISTS AT HOME This class introduces toddlers to the basics of ART through hands-on ART lessons. Teacher will make supplies suggestions and help you work with what you have at home. ages 1-3 with participating caregiver
LITTLE ARTISTS AT HOME Kids learn through doing! Our hands-on ARTist lessons are a great way to help your kids build skills, knowledge, and self-esteem all at once. In this class we are learning about a different ARTist each week through hands-on ART lessons. Teacher will make supplies suggestions and help you work with what you have at home. ages 3-5 with participating caregiver
AT-HOME SCULPTURE/3D WORKSHOP Kids will learn to use their imaginations to create beautiful ART projects using supplies they have on hand at home. Ages 5-11
AT-HOME PAINTING CLASS Learn how to paint like a real ARTist in this painting class for kids. Use whatever paints you have at home. Teacher will make supplies suggestions and help you work with what you have at home. ages 5-11
AT-HOME PAINTING & ART MUSEUM DISCOVERY CLASS Learn about the ARTsts and their works through guided virtual tours of ART museums! Then learn how to paint like the ARTists! Use whatever paints you have at home. Teacher will make supplies suggestions and help you work with what you have at home. ages 5-11
AT-HOME INTERMEDIATE DRAWING FOR ‘TWEENS/TEENS For kids who have completed At-Home Basic Drawing Class or who have previous drawing experience. Bring pencil with good eraser and paper to class. ages 8-19
Plan a Private One-on-One In-Person or Online Class for your child, or a group class for your child and their friends (drop-off for kids ages 4+). All ages. Text or email for more info.
Looking for something different? Let us know!