About
Unicoi Art Studio offers Happy Hands Art Class, Art Inspired by Stories, Sketchbook Portfolio, Sketch and Paint Technique, Mixed Media, and Smartist Artist. Activities include painting, drawing, collage, sculpture, mixed media work, sketches, and studying famous artists, artistic styles, and important periods in art.
Programs
- Happy Hands Art Class — Suggested ages 3-5 · Children explore rockets, robots, famous artists, and learn to paint, draw, collage, and sculpt with tactile materials.
- Art Inspired by Stories — Suggested ages 3-5 · Uses mixed media inspired by short poems, books, and children's stories.
- Sketchbook Portfolio — Suggested ages 3-10 · Creates a collection of work around a new book theme each session, including paintings, drawings, and collages.
- Sketch and Paint Technique — Suggested ages 6-12 · Painting class covering abstract concepts, landscapes, portraits, and still life sketches and paintings.
- Mixed Media — Suggested ages 6-12 · Painting, drawing, collage, and sculpture with a different project every week.
- Smartist Artist — Suggested ages 6-12 · Learn a new artist each week; focuses on famous artists, artistic styles, and important periods in art.
At a glance
- Ages: 3–15 years old
- Facility hours: Monday-Friday 10:00-6:00 pm; Saturday 10:00-2:00 pm
About the provider
Unicoi Art Studio was founded in 1999. It was voted the best art classes in Chicago for 2008 and 2009 by the parents of Chicago in Nickelodeon’s Parents Picks Award. The studio provides art classes, camps, and birthday parties, and sends teachers to multiple Chicago schools for art class and after school programs; it has been part of after school art programs and school fundraisers in over 30 private and public schools.
Drop-in classes must be reserved by 3 PM the day before or scheduled in advance; late drop-ins/cancellations after 3 PM are subject to a $10 late fee. Missed classes can be made up only if absence is notified by 3 PM the day before. Camp reservations/cancellations must be made by 3 PM the day before; late changes incur a $10 fee. Cancellation may be rescheduled or credited if notified before 3 PM the day before. Do not arrive more than 10 minutes early for camp drop-off or late for pick-up.
What families say
“She came home happy and raving about all the new projects she made!” — Leslie B
“I can not begin to describe how much my kids adore Unicoi. My daughter is 8 years old and my son is almost 6 years old, and the absolute highlight of their week is the mixed media art class which they attend every week after school with Unicoi!” — Amanda P
“My kids had a great time and wanted to stay longer!” — Rebecca P.
Last updated November 8, 2026.
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