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Top 10 painting classes in Des Plaines, IL

Students agree: these Des Plaines painting classes are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
INGRID'S ORIGINALS INC.

INGRID'S ORIGINALS INC.

Serves Des Plaines, IL
I am passionate about teaching others how to achieve their 'personal best' in painting, and it is a thrill for me to see my students enter national competitions and get accepted. I have been selected as one of Chicago's BEST painting and drawing teachers for 2017 by EXPERTISE. As a former teacher and Reading Specialist, I can now apply those 'teaching skills' to what I enjoy most.....PAINTING and creating! I love to help students solve their problems with composition, design, color mixing, and other painting challenges that tend to appear during a painting class. It challenges me to push them further to become pleased with their creations a...
Glenview School Of Arts

Glenview School Of Arts

5.0(1)
2 hires on Lessons.com
24+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Beth G. says, "Instructor is very hands on. Patient. Flexible schedule for private lesson. Off to a great start!" Read more
Encaustic Art- Neil Tzintzeva

Encaustic Art- Neil Tzintzeva

5.0Exceptional(12)
6+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL & Online
Daniela T. says, "Neil Tzintzeva is a talented artist and she explains very well how to create encaustic art. She is attentive, patient and answers to all our questions." Read more
Iwona Fine Art

Iwona Fine Art

16+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Hello! I’m Iwona an artist passionate about art and self-expression. My goal is to inspire everyone, unleash artistic potential and explore new techniques in a fun and supportive environment. With my experience I provide personalized guidance to help everyone develop your unique style and find passion in painting. Join me, and let’s embark on an exciting journey of artistic discovery together!
Pinot's Palette Logan Square

Pinot's Palette Logan Square

9+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
We provide a fun & relaxing paint and sip experience in our Logan Square art studio & bar. All of our artists have bachelors degrees in Fine Arts and love to create and entertain. We deliver fun and creativity as we guide you through creating a 16X20 canvas masterpiece with acrylic paint. Each class is 2 or 3 hours and you get to take your completed painting home with you at the end of the night. Best of all, enjoy a drink from our bar while you create. We love working with guests of varying artistic abilities. No art experience is required and our paint classes are designed for beginners, however, more advanced artists are encouraged to t...
Mina Studios

Mina Studios

20+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Mina Studios, located in Evanston, IL, is a unique art gallery and learning center. The studio offers custom-designed interior design painting services to businesses and individuals, catered to fit specific rooms. Mina, the renowned artist and owner, specializes in both realistic and abstract Western art as well as traditional Chinese brush painting. Mina Studios also provides ongoing classes in Chinese brush painting and calligraphy, and customized workshops are available upon request.
Riverside Arts Center

Riverside Arts Center

32+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Riverside Arts Center, located in Riverside, Illinois, is a beloved nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering an appreciation for art since 1993. Renowned for its amazing teachers and authentic fine art experience, the center provides a variety of art education events, gallery shows, and community outreach programs. They offer an array of art classes for all ages, children's art camps, and unique workshops. Additionally, they collaborate with schools to design engaging, educational field trips. Their contemporary art exhibitions are free and open to the public, adding to the enriching experience they provide.
Slowfire Studios

Slowfire Studios

8+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Founded in 2017, Slowfire Studios is located in Oak Park, Illinois, and serves the surrounding areas. This multidisciplinary arts education service is dedicated to teaching art foundations in a creative, functional, and inclusive environment. Students can learn a variety of skills, from painting, drawing, and printmaking to ceramics, digital arts, and fibers. Slowfire Studios is a women-owned business, teaching both in a physical studio and offering remote private teaching services. They also provide consultation services for aspiring art students building a portfolio for college admissions.
Pinot's Palette - Logan Square

Pinot's Palette - Logan Square

9+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Established in 2016, Pinot's Palette - Logan Square is a vibrant art studio and bar located in Chicago, IL. The studio invites everyone to embrace their inner artist, with no prior art experience required. It offers a fabulous bar menu featuring local brews, a wide selection of wines, and an impressive cocktail list. The studio, situated just steps off the Blue Line Logan Square stop, provides the perfect space for a variety of events, including date nights, girls' nights out, fundraisers, team building, and parties. Join them to experience creativity, cocktails, and good times in a swanky setting.
Noah Painting Lesssons

Noah Painting Lesssons

6+ years in business
Serves Des Plaines, IL
Exceptionally inspirational lessons. Color mixing, foreground/background, perspective, movement, landscape I enjoy impressing my family with paintings. I enjoy being d with color for extended periods of time. I enjoy inspiring others, and turning others' concepts real as well as my own.

Your Painting Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

How much do painting classes cost?

Painting classes cost $200 to $500 for a 5- to 10-week course, or $20 to $80 per person for a single session. Local, city-sponsored classes typically cost less than private lessons or college courses. Some painting classes offer discounts for friends, children, or other groups.

Some instructors include all materials in their prices, while others require that you buy some or all of them yourself. Online painting classes can be done anywhere and can be paused as needed without slowing anyone else down.

How long are painting classes?

Painting classes usually last 1 to 3 hours¸ depending on the age group, experience level, and location. Kids' classes are shorter than adult or college-level classes and are sometimes only available during certain hours of the day.

What kind of painting class is best for beginners?

Acrylic paint is best for beginners because it is easy to work with, easy to clean up, and dries quickly. Watercolor paint is also convenient and easy to clean up, but it is harder to work with and correct mistakes. Oil paints are best for beginner or intermediate painters with some experience.

Where can I take painting classes?

You can take painting classes from local rec centers, colleges, private instructors, and paint-and-sip shops. Paint-and-sip businesses provide materials and instructions for students to complete while socializing and drinking or eating.

What do I bring to painting classes?

Some classes provide all of the paint and supplies. Others do not, and you will have to buy your own. This may include any of the following:

  • Paints
  • Brushes
  • Easel
  • Canvas
  • Apron

How do I hire a painting instructor?

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  • Make sure there are enough openings for you and any friends or family members you bring.
  • Make sure you have the right supplies if applicable.
  • Avoid making large payments up front.

What questions should I ask painting instructors?

When looking for local painting classes, ask the following questions:

  • How long have you been painting?
  • Do you allow walk-ins?
  • What type of paint would you recommend for my experience level?
  • What's your cancellation policy?
  • Do you have an age requirement?
  • How long are your classes?
  • Can I take my work home after class, or does it need to stay here to dry?
  • Will you give me an estimate and contract in writing?

Reviews for Des Plaines painting classes

Recent success stories from people in the Des Plaines area.
Jana M.
Neli Tzintzeva is talent, competent and creative with succes and international recognition. Her paintings have a proven healing have a mental effect. She teaches her skills and knowledge accessible with care for the realization. It is a pleasure for everyone to be her student!
Encaustic art- Neil Tzintzeva
Colleen A.
Renee really pushed me as an artist to explore myself, and different mediums I would have never experienced without her guidance. Not only does she provides the conversation and knowledge to expand your skills but the freedom to explore different mediums, and to make the crucial mistakes to discover what you really want to express. Without Renee I would have never discovered my passion for performance work without providing a context of the contemporary performance world, or my love for large oil paintings if she hadn’t bought a large canvas and invited me to just try. And it’s this broad range that makes her so valuable as a mentor. Renee helps her students transform just visual work into real art, which has meaning and emotion.
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