The Paintbrush

The Paintbrush, 2446 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614

Location of The Paintbrush campThe Paintbrush, 2446 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614

About

The Paintbrush offers arts and crafts and visual arts for children ages 1 to 14. Kids can take drawing, painting, and cartooning classes, and the program also lists toddler and after-school programs, drop-off classes, seasonal workshops, camps, birthday parties, and Kids' Night Out.

Programs

  • Arts and Crafts — 1-14 · Hands-on art classes, workshops, camps, and birthday parties are offered for kids ages 1 to 14; specific schedule varies by program.
  • Visual Arts — 1-14 · Art classes include drawing, painting, and cartooning, with toddler, after-school, seasonal workshop, camp, and birthday party options.
  • Summer ART Camp — 4-10 · Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM-3:00 PM · Summer 2026 sessions listed for June 8-12, July 20-24, August 17-21, August 24-28, and August 31-September 4.
  • Toddler & After-School Programs — Listed as part of The Paintbrush offerings.
  • Drop-off Classes & Seasonal Workshops — Listed as part of The Paintbrush offerings.
  • Adult Programming — Weekly classes include Watercolors, Drawing, and Acrylics, plus ART&Wine Nights.
  • Birthday pARTies for Kids — 4+ · $35 per class · 1-hour guided art class plus 30 minutes for cake/snacks; all materials included; $100 deposit mentioned.
  • Adult ART Parties — BYOB, relaxing, creative evenings for birthdays, friends' nights, or team bonding.
  • Custom group classes and private sessions — Private class, group workshop, or custom camp session for kids and adults.
  • Kids' Night Out — Children enjoy ART, movies, pizza, and social time in a safe, supervised setting.

At a glance

  • Ages: 1–14 years old
  • Price range: $35 per class

About the provider

The Paintbrush has been operating since 2005. Its mission statement is "Nurturing Imagination and Skills Through Immersive ART Camps and Classes."

What families say

“The class is wonderful, and we’ve been so impressed by the quality of the work they’re bringing home. Hazel has become particularly interested in painting since the class started and now announces that she wants to put her art in a museum, so I think you’re having a very positive influence on her! Thank you very much!” — Kara, mom of Hazel (age 3)

“This is not an arts and crafts class, but a real art class where the kids work with real artists and their work!” — Anna, mom of Sofie and Delaina

“All day long today my daughter was asking if it was time to go to The Paintbrush. She couldn’t wait for her nap to be over.” — Mom of a 2-year-old

Last updated November 7, 2026.

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