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Art Classes for Youth
When: Tuesdays 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Cost: $60/month(ongoing, recurring payments) or $30 Intro package(one time fee)
Ages: 5–11 Years old (Some young artists may need to be assessed)
Registration Options: Try one youth class | Purchase Membership: Youth Tuesday 4–6 PM
Requirements to Register for Youth Classes
Must be about to work independently for more than 60 minutes.
Must be at least 5–6 years old.
Must be interested in learning new art approaches.
Must have an interest in creativity, painting, drawing etc.
Must be able to attend without a parent or guardian present inside the studio. Parent/Guardian can remain close by in the building’s atrium; seating is available.
Safety Protocols: Students are required to remain seated while creating and follow safety protocols such as: hands to ourselves, listen to the teacher, and remain in the studio unless accompanied by an adult or staff.
Please read our policy page before registering
At Liverpool Art Center, our weekly youth class is a vibrant space dedicated to helping students create exciting, meaningful art while fostering emotional well-being. We believe that bringing ideas to life is essential for growth. Students learn to use their own unique ideas as the foundation for both individual projects and collaborative group creations, exploring new methods weekly and seasonal themes monthly. This sanctuary is led by an experienced teacher and mental health professional, ensuring every child—especially those navigating anxiety or emotional regulation challenges—feels supported, seen, and empowered to express themselves and develop their artistic skills.
Understanding the Class Structure
Flexible Entry Time
The first 30 minutes (4:00 PM – 4:30 PM) are dedicated to drawing warm-up activities. We are absolutely okay with students arriving anytime during this period to ensure a relaxed and stress-free transition. The main activity for each class begins promptly at 4:30 PM.
Creating Art with Meaning and Skill
Our approach encourages individualism and innovation. This isn’t the standard “cookie cutter” class where everyone paints the same picture. While we focus on the importance of the process for emotional regulation, students actively produce art by learning and applying new technical methods. We engage the imagination by encouraging young artists to find meaning and story within their art.
Each week, students will:
Learn and Apply: Explore new methods and techniques every week with drawing, painting, clay, jewelry, or mixed media. Students can choose their medium (watercolor, acrylic, oil pastel, pen, marker, or pencil).
Develop Fresh Ideas: Cultivate personal meaning and story within the art they create.
Share and Connect: Share their process, story, and ideas with art friends and creative mentors to build communication and social skills.
Focus on Wellness: Learn ways to use art as a method of expressing how they feel, ensuring a balance between skill-building and emotional self-expression.
Led by a Professional, Designed for Growth
The Creative Mentors
This class is led by an experienced teacher who is also a mental health professional with a passion for utilizing art as a wellness tool and a way to deepen connection. The studio offers resources and opportunities for growth and community, fostering a truly supportive environment.
Inclusivity and Support
We are inclusive and well-informed as it pertains to special needs or emotional regulation.
Sensory Space: A part of our classroom/studio is set up as a sensory space so students can take breaks from the lesson or project to readjust, self-regulate, and begin again when they are ready.
Adjustment Policy: For students who are not quite ready for the full class, we offer written goals to work on at home or school. This customized support is designed to promote growth toward successful participation in the future.