Kids Programming
Our Kids Programming is designed to inspire creativity, build confidence, and foster a love for the arts in young learners. Through engaging classes and workshops, children explore a variety of artistic techniques and mediums in a supportive, inclusive environment. Programs like our Home School Art sessions provide structured, standards-based arts education, while our family-friendly workshops offer fun opportunities for kids and parents to create together. Led by experienced instructors, our programming emphasizes hands-on learning, self-expression, and the joy of discovery, ensuring every child feels empowered to unleash their inner artist.
We understand it can be hard to afford all the activities we want our kids to experience, so we offer scholarships to ensure every child has access to these enriching opportunities. Download our scholarship form here.
Kids Intro to Drawing Comics & Manga
Ages 8-12 Mondays 4:00-5:00PM Wednesdays 1:30-2:30PM $10
Ages 13-17 Mondays 5:15-6:15PM $10
The Comics & Manga Creators Club is led by Ben Bates, a professional comic artist who has contributed to projects for Marvel, Nickelodeon, and Cartoon Network, bringing industry experience and creative insight to this class.
Bring your own supplies or purchase one of our Comics & Manga Kits in the ART321 Supply Shop.
Supplies needed are as follows:
18” Metal Ruler, Clear Ruler, Mechanical Pencils, Good Earaser, Bristol Pad, Micron Pens
Drawing Comics & Manga Ongoing Group
Mondays 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Join fellow creators every MONDAY at our Comics & Manga Group!
This weekly meetup gives participants the chance to draw, create, and share comics and manga in a welcoming, collaborative space. Whether you’re just starting out or already working on your own projects, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with others who love the art of storytelling through comics and manga.
The group is led by professional comic artist Ben Bates, whose work includes projects for Marvel, DC, IDW, Dark Horse, and Archie. Ben will be on hand to offer guidance, feedback, and brainstorming support as you develop your ideas and artwork.
Thank you to our Youth Programming Sponsor!
Summer Mini Masters
$75/child
May 27th - July 1st
Wednesdays, 4p - 5:15p
Give your child the chance to step into a magical, storybook world while building real art skills along the way. In this 6-week class, students will design and create their own dimensional mushroom scene—complete with a tiny sculpted toad—using a mix of drawing, sculpting, painting, and collage. Instructors are Ben Bates and Leah Holman.
Each week builds on the last, guiding kids through the full creative process from idea to finished artwork. They’ll learn how to shape and sculpt forms, layer textures, blend color, and add thoughtful details that bring their piece to life—all in a supportive, hands-on environment.
A special highlight: Finished pieces will be featured in ART321’s July exhibit, “Underneath It All,” and families are invited to celebrate their young artists at the opening reception.
The cost is $75/child for this 6-week program. Scholarships are available!
Homeschool Art
Homeschool art will resume on
September 2nd, 2026.
We're working on 2 different age groups this year.
Stay tuned!
Thank you to our Youth Programming Sponsor!