Children's Art Classes

Children's Art Classes offers Tiny Hands for ages 3 and 4, with guided small group activities in drawing, painting, clay, printmaking, collage, and design. It also offers Introduction to Art for ages 5 and 6, Beginning Art for ages 7 and 8, and Art 1 for students 9 and older.

Programs

• Tiny Hands (3-4 year olds) — 3 & 4 · This two-year program introduces children to drawing, painting, clay, printmaking, collage, design, and more. Students work through guided, small group activities.
• Introduction to Art (5-6 year olds) — 5 & 6 · This two-year program introduces children to beginning art skills, tools, and basic vocabulary.
• Beginning Art (7-8 year olds) — 7 & 8 · This two-year program is appropriate for seven- and eight-year-old students.
• Art 1 (First Year Students at CAC – Must be 9 Years Old or Older) — 9 & up · The purpose of this class is to maximize and maintain your child’s art interest as they develop a higher level of skills and knowledge.
• Art 2 (All Students Who Have Completed The Art 1 Level) — This class builds on the knowledge and skills attained in the Art 1 curriculum, bringing their portfolios to the next level.
• Art 3 (All Students Who Have Completed The Art 2 Level) — Students take their art skills to an advanced level and grow their passion for a particular art area.
• Advanced Art (Art 4 & Up) — Students work under the direct guidance of an Art Instructor to create an Independent Art Work contract.
• Homeschool Art Curriculum — 5 & up · Intro to Art, Beginning Art, Art 1 and up are offered during this single class time for homeschooled students.
• Drawing Foundations (9+ Year Olds)
• Drawing Foundations and Clay (9+ Year Olds)

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• General schedule: Nine-month programs of study; classes rotate over a 2-year cycle; enroll at anytime.

About the provider

Children's Art Classes was established in 1997. The mission is to provide a comprehensive art education program that enriches lives, raises self-esteem, and improves the academic performance of students. All teachers are CAC trained, and the homepage says there is a 100% graduation rate. One blog item says Children's Art Classes was named Art Classes Provider of the Year by Education Insider.

• Birthday Parties — 3 & up

Prerequisites listed as None for Tiny Hands, Introduction to Art, Beginning Art, Art 1, and Homeschool Art Curriculum. Register anytime is stated on the site.

What families say

“Bailey would not be in art school today if he had not attended classes with you for those 6 years. You instilled confidence and creativity in Bailey. It is his art portfolio that he built through you that got him there!! I don't know how we can ever repay you!” — Teri W.

“My daughter (9) has benefitted from both the homeschool art class and the summer camp programming. Lots of work on building technique in a creative, supportive environment. She has enjoyed the range of projects--clay, pencil, and pastels so far. Thank you!” — Rachel M.

Last updated September 19, 2026.