Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.
How much do art classes cost near me?
Art classes cost $20 to $50 for a one-time session or $100 to $500 for a class including 6 to 10 weekly sessions. Prices for art classes depend on your location, the type of art, the school or museum offering the class, and whether the fee includes materials and art supplies. Most art instructors provide a list of the required supplies which you must purchase separately.
Can you take art classes online?
You can take art classes online through CreativeLive, Udemy, ed2go, and art specialty websites like New Masters Academy (NMA) or The Art Studio NY. Many museums, universities, studios, and individual artists also offer online art classes.
Prices for online art classes are similar to in-studio classes and primarily depend on the instructor's artistic reputation and whether the course features prerecorded videos or is held live.
What types of art classes are available?
Popular art classes offered in most locations include:
Drawing and sketching
Painting with watercolor, oil, acrylics, or pastels
Printmaking
Fabric painting
Ceramics
Sculpture
Jewelry making
Glasswork
Fiber arts
How do I find the best art classes near me?
Before you take the next step in your creative journey, follow these tips to ensure you find an art class that's a good fit for you:
First, determine what type of art you'd like to learn.
Decide if you want to take a one-time workshop or a multi-week course.
Read instructor reviews on Lessons and Google.
Browse their portfolio of artwork created by their past students.
Ask about fees, class sizes, and supplies needed.
Visit the studio or classroom in person to check it out before signing up for a class.
Wear clothes that can get dirty. Some classes have aprons, but you may still get paint or other art products on your clothes.
What questions should I ask before signing up for art classes?
Before you sign up for an art class, be sure to ask the instructor these questions:
Which class should I take as a first-time art student?
Does the fee include materials and supplies? If not, do you provide a supply list?
What subjects do the art lessons cover?
Where will the class meet?
Are the classes restricted to certain age groups?
How many students will be in the class?
Do you offer online art classes? Are the online classes taught live or prerecorded?
Can I buy a class as a gift for someone?
Reviews for art classes
Recent success stories from people in your area.
Brenda R.
She is very patient and knowledgeable! Aly helps by breaking down the beginning basics so I can understand how to move forward. She is a lovely lady!
Aly Callaghan
Noura M.
"Ken Aram is a skilled teacher who effectively conveys a love for drawing to kids online, and he has taught my children very well."
Ken Aram
Diana B.
Alfredo is a super mentor. He starts with basics but if you have experience he will go where you want. He works on a painting simultaneously with you. Color theory, Values, etc. Well worth it.
Painting Lessons With a Classically Trained Artist
Diana C.
Rosalind is a personable and knowledgeable teacher. She meets students where they are in their photographic journeys. She suggested to me the proper equipment to use and is guiding me in learning how to use the different features of my camera. In addition, I am learning the basics of the art of photography, which is very different from taking snapshots on my phone. I am also learning editing techniques. As I have been growing in knowledge, Rosalind has been expanding opportunities to join others who are also learning from her, so that her students are able to learn from each other. I highly recommend Rosalind's one-on-one style for individualized learning.
Rosalind Philips Photography
Grace L.
Anna is awesome! She’s super understanding and patient, I pick up on crochet super quick when I’m with her because she makes it super easy to follow along with.
Anna Rollins
Sam P.
Seattle has countless photographers...some good, some bad, and a very special few, extraordinary. Many answer the calling and go on to be excellent but only that special few are extraordinary, YOU are among the extraordinary!
The sessions with my family, my wife and me and my wife were exceptional.
You made everyone comfortable. I cannot thank you enough for the images of Janice and I; amazing!! You are an extraordinary photographer who I believe cares very much for your clients.
You are a true professional!
DeLorme Creative
Karen M.
He is so knowledgeable and such an awesome teacher
Painting Lessons With a Classically Trained Artist
Cory D.
I could leave a novel length review regarding how good my experience was with my first round of sessions were with Alfredo. I had absolutely no experience painting with oils prior to my classes. As our sessions went on, Alfredo created snd altered my class structure to accommodate what I needed. He didn't just teach me how to put oils on a canvas, but explained the importance of everything from the care and cleaning of your brushes, materials he recommended all the way to explaining color theory, sketching and more.
He has played an integral role in me using art and painting to finding peace and putting smiles on my face. I cant wait to see my progress in our next round of sessions. Not only is Alfredo a great instructor, but hes my mentor and my friend. Hes helped a U.S. Marine Combat Veteran find a way to push an illness aside and use art to be happy.
I hope I'm able to attach my paintings below. One is my very first completed painting and one about to be completed, and could not look anything like they do with Alfredo's guidance. They are pieces painted prior from other artists.
Painting Lessons With a Classically Trained Artist
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