Join us for kids art classes!

These four-week art sessions are designed to inspire young artists with seasonal themes and exciting materials—from paint and clay to fibers and more.

Each session brings fresh projects that encourage creativity and spark imagination. Join us to explore art, develop new skills, and create something special in every class!

Four watercolor paintings on paper, one with a cat drawn in marker, and three smaller ones with various hearts and abstract designs, placed on a striped tablecloth.
Pink-painted round cookie or craft project on white paper with a yellow star-shaped decoration and colorful paint splatters.
Red and pink papers with heart drawings, glue stick on a striped tablecloth.

Class Description

Join us for hands-on, creative art classes designed to inspire young artists! In these four-week sessions, kids will explore a variety of materials—from paint and clay to fibers and found objects—while experimenting with different techniques. Classes are designed to foster creativity and confidence in a fun, supportive environment. Classes are tailored to different age groups and artistic approaches:

  • Process-Based Classes (For Younger Artists)

    • Designed for younger artists, around ages 3-5

    • Perfect for little creators, these classes focus on exploration and discovery. Young artists will engage with a variety of materials, developing curiosity and fine motor skills through playful, hands-on experiences. Activities include squishing homemade clay, experimenting with color mixing, exploring watercolors, and more—encouraging creativity without the pressure of a finished product.

  • Project-Based Classes (For Older Artists)

    • Designed for older artists, around ages 6 - 12

    • Designed for budding artists ready to take their creativity further, these classes focus on producing finished artwork while building artistic skills. Young creators will learn techniques and develop their artistic voice through projects like intricate paper cuttings, framed paintings, and seasonal crafts—giving them something to be proud of while honing their craft.

Schedule + Location:

Classes are currently private, small-group sessions hosted in the family’s home, with flexible scheduling options.

If you're interested in scheduling a class or learning more, fill out the form below. I can’t wait to create with your young artists!

Age Groups:

3 years and up. Groups can be mixed-age, making it perfect for siblings or friends to take classes together.

Dates & Schedule:

Classes are scheduled as a 4-class pack. This can be once a week for four weeks, twice a week for two weeks, or another option that works for you. After school options are available.

Cost:

Process Based Classes (ages 3-5)

  • $130 per child for 4 classes (1 hour each)

  • Materials for art exploration and skill building

Project Based Classes (ages 6+)

  • $150 per child for 4 classes (1 hour each)

  • Materials for 6-8 art projects

Other information:

See a list of FAQs at the bottom of the page.

Three watercolor paintings on white mats laid out on a wooden floor, each featuring abstract colorful designs.

Meet your teacher!

Katie is a teacher turned artist. She brings over a decade of teaching experience and a passion for creativity to her classes. She taught in elementary schools for nine years, including six years in the Boston Public Schools, and is currently in her second year as a museum educator at the Museum of Fine Arts. Katie holds an M.Ed. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, a degree in Elementary Education from Boston College, and holds MA teaching licenses in Elementary Education and as a Reading Specialist.

Katie also has a strong background in the arts. With a degree in Art History from Boston College, she has shared her love of art as an educator at the MFA. She’s also a published illustrator of four books and an artist whose work is sold in stores throughout the country. Katie is excited to combine her teaching and artistic experience to create a fun, welcoming, and enriching space for young artists.

A woman with long curly hair wearing a black turtleneck, brown pants, and black boots standing next to a wall with several colorful landscape and interior illustrations taped on it, smiling and gesturing towards the artwork.

Interested in signing up or learning more?

Fill out this interest form, and I will be in touch with additional information about scheduling.

Children's artwork on a table with drawings of tulips, watercolors, and a crayon picture of a flower, surrounded by aluminum foil, markers, and paper.
Colorful cereal arranged on a bingo game sheet with a string of cereal and scattered cereal pieces on a striped tablecloth.
Child's craft project of a shamrock made with torn and cut patterned paper, green marker, and purple crayon, on a white sheet of paper. Other craft papers and art supplies are scattered on a pink and white striped tablecloth.

 FAQs

  • Kids will create a variety of projects across categories such as paintings, sculpture, fiber arts, and more. I intentionally plan a variety of medium and types of art across the four week sessions.

  • Classes are two hours each, and there are four classes per session. When you sign up for a session, you will get a weekly two hour class over the course of a month.

    Classes are generally held on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays. See the schedule for specific dates and times.

  • I understand that things come up and plans change, especially with kids! I offer one make up class per session. There are four classes per session, so if you have to miss one class, your child will be able to join another class to make up the missed class.

  • Yes, that’s the benefit of these classes - everything is flexible! If there are children who are in different age groups but prefer to be in the same art class, we can definitely arrange that. As a kid, I always liked being with my younger sisters at our art classes!

  • I design four week sessions to offer as a package, but if there is something specific you would like your child to learn, just let me know. I could design a future session to reflect those ideas. I am also available to teach private one-on-one lessons on more formal art methods and practices to your child.

  • Yes, definitely. Depending on the ages of all the artists in the group, a combination of Process and Project can be a great option to encourage creativity and curiosity.

  • Yes, I also offer 1.5 hour or 2 hour classes. The prices are slightly less than double the cost of 1 hour classes. This format works great for older artists who want to spend more time on their projects, and I can offer more guidance and direct instruction on technique.