Fine Art Classes for Kids "What can we do at Studio 4 Art?"


"How Does It Work?"



1/ Register at any time. All Studio 4 Art classes are ongoing and can begin any day of the month.
2/ Choose type of class, day and time.
3/ Fill out registration form. Payment-in-full required before class begins.
4/ Payment may be made by cash, personal check, VISA or Mastercard.
5/ Enrollment may be made

Creativity and critical thinking, experimentation and original thinking are Studio 4 Art's philosphy for all teaching.

All classes include the price of all art supplies, glazes, and firings. Classes taught by qualified instructors. Class size is limited. Classes are taught with an 8:1 student:teacher ratio. Toddler classes require an assistant (Mom, Dad, or a helper).

When you bring your own materials, the fee is $12/hour for any class.

*All prices subject to sales tax.



"What are the classes all about?"



Drawing


Working from nature, still-life, photographs and independent ideas, students will be introduced to specific drawing fundamentals and techniques including line drawing, value, shape, pattern, texture, shading, perspective and composition. Mediums that are introduced are graphite, ink, charcoal, chalk pastel, oil pastel, graphic markers, conté crayons, colored pencils, ink pencils and water pencil. Personal style is celebrated and age appropriate activities will be executed.
  • Ages 3-5       Monday 1:30pm-2:30pm   $69/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 5-6       Monday 2:30pm-3:30pm   $69/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 5-9       Monday 3:45pm-5:15pm   $107/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 10-14   Monday 4:00pm-5:30pm   $107/month, 4 classes
Space is limited. Call (415) 596-5546 or
email studio4artmarin@gmail.com to preregister now!



Pottery


Studio 4 Art offers classes and workshops with experienced, educated instructors within an inspiring, supportive environment. Out light filled space supplied with clay tables, wheels for throwing, slab roller, extruder and slumping and humping molds. Clay is high fired in our kiln.
Students will learn techniques in clay, design, elements, decorating and glazing.
  • Ages 3-5       Wednesday 1:30pm-2:30pm   $69/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 6-10     Wednesday 2:30pm-3:30pm   $69/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 10-14   Wednesday 4:00pm-5:30pm   $107/month, 4 classes
Space is limited. Call (415) 596-5546 or email studio4artmarin@gmail.com to preregister now!



Painting


Incorporating drawing fundamentals, students will add color mixing, layering, studies from art history, traditional and non-traditional techniques, and independant ideas into their curriculum. Mediums explored are watercolors, tempera, acrylic and oil.
  • Ages 5-9     Tuesday 3:45pm-5:15pm   $107/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 8-14   Tuesday 4:00pm-5:30pm   $107/month, 4 classes
Space is limited. Call (415) 596-5546 or email studio4artmarin@gmail.com to preregister now!



Machine Sewing


For children over 5, we will explore machine sewing creating aprons, pillows, fleece hats, skirts, animals and creatures. Most items are made by creating your own pattern.
  • Ages 5-9     Friday 3:30pm-4:30pm   $69/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 10-15   Friday 3:30pm-5:30pm   $138/month, 4 classes
Space is limited. Call (415) 596-5546 or email studio4artmarin@gmail.com to preregister now!



All Art: Creativity Explored


Paint, sculpt, draw. Young arist explore a variety of mediums and create works with illustration, acrylic paint, pastels, water color and pencil. Students are guided, encouraged, and yet let free to explore and ignite their imaginations. 2D and 3D fine art skills will be taught.
  • Toddlers     Mon-Fri 10:00am-10:40am   $45/month, 4 classes
  • Preschool   Mon-Fri 11:00am-12:00pm   $69/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 5-9     Tuesday 3:45pm-5:15pm   $107/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 5-9     Tuesday 3:45pm-5:15pm   $107/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 8-14   Tuesday 4:00pm-5:30pm   $107/month, 4 classes
Space is limited. Call (415) 596-5546 or email studio4artmarin@gmail.com to preregister now!



DIY Workshops


Do It Yourself workshops will be hosted approximately once a month and are for our adult kids.  Various themes include mosaics, sewing, printmaking, screen printing, and printing on wet bodies of clay. Come play with a new idea and relax sipping drinks and munching on some appetizers.  Available space is limited, so please keep checking back with us and sign-up when there is something that intrigues you.
Space is limited. Call (415) 596-5546 or email studio4artmarin@gmail.com to preregister now!

Cartooning


From single panel, 3 or 4 panel comic strips, comic books, to character building, cartoonists will begin to understand how to create a cartoon. Classes focus on expression, shadow, stance/body language, perspective and dialog balloons. Students also explore how to create movement themes, sequence and examine the importance of exaggeration.
  • Ages 3-5       Monday 1:30pm-2:30pm   $69/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 5-6       Monday 2:30pm-3:30pm   $69/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 5-9       Monday 3:45pm-5:15pm   $107/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 10-14   Monday 4:00pm-5:30pm   $107/month, 4 classes
Space is limited. Call (415) 596-5546 or email studio4artmarin@gmail.com to preregister now!



Potter's Wheel / Wheelthrowing


Wheelthrowing begins with learning to center clay, pull up walls, shaping and the final detail of trimming a foot. Items will be thrown from high fire clay that will be enhanced with hand decorated details using glazes, underglazes and textured techniques. Larger vessels will be a goal for students, ages 10 and above.
  • Ages 3-5       Wednesday 1:30pm-2:30pm   $69/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 6-10     Wednesday 2:30pm-3:30pm   $69/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 10-14   Wednesday 4:00pm-5:30pm   $107/month, 4 classes
Space is limited. Call (415) 596-5546 or email studio4artmarin@gmail.com to preregister now!



Hand Sewing


Using felt to create monsters, dolls, robots, pillows, holiday items or anything the imagination brings. Class will focus on backstitch, over sewing, blanket and running stitches. Also learn how to appliqué and sew on patches to existing items such as clothes, pillows and cloth bags.
  • Ages 3-5     Friday 1:30pm-2:30pm   $69/month, 4 classes
  • Ages 3-5   Friday 2:30pm-3:30pm   $69/month, 4 classes
Space is limited. Call (415) 596-5546 or email studio4artmarin@gmail.com to preregister now!



Toddler


A time to come explore and get a bit messy. This class will instill the love of art and creativity in your toddler. Four stations set up each class period. Child with assistant (Mom, Dad or a helper) a must for this class. Limited to 8 children.
  • Toddlers     Mon-Fri* 10:00am-10:40am   $45/month, 4 classes

  • *You choose the day. Once a week for 4 weeks.
Space is limited. Call (415) 596-5546 or email studio4artmarin@gmail.com to preregister now!



Preschool


Studio 4 Art's Preschool program will ignite your child's imagination while teaching the fundamentals of art with an instuctor lead project. Students will work in all materials such as clay, painting, drawing, collage, printmaking, sewing, and mosaics.
  • Preschool   Mon-Fri 11:00am-12:00pm   $69/month, 4 classes

  • Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday
Space is limited. Call (415) 596-5546 or email studio4artmarin@gmail.com to preregister now!



Homeschool


Homeschooling class is taught on an individual basis. Learning technique, and terminology with room for exploration, diversity and individuality. Our homeschooling class is here to support your family's teaching philosophies. Students are introduced to traditional techniques, non-traditional techniques, art history, terminologoy and materials. Students gain knowledge in pottery, painting, drawing, cartooning and sewing.
Exploration, diversity and individuality are always honored at Studio 4 Art.
  • Ages 4-14     Tuesday 1:00pm-3:00pm   $132/month, 4 classes
Space is limited. Call (415) 596-5546 or email studio4artmarin@gmail.com to preregister now!