JCAL Arts Classes

Summer Semester Open for Registration

The time to get creative with our professional teaching artists is here! Our summer semester of JCAL Arts Classes begins July 12th. Classes include painting, fashion design, piano, cartooning, pottery and more.

Time is winding down! Sign up for classes here.

For questions and inquiries, contact our Education Department at education@jcal.org

JCAL Arts Classes Lineup

Cartooning and Comic Book Drawing for Kids & Teens

This fun, hands-on class is perfect for young artists who love to draw and imagine new worlds! Kids will design their own unique characters—action heroes, funny animals, manga, or fantasy figures—and bring them to life in colorful comic strips and single-panel cartoons.

Students will explore storytelling techniques by creating exciting settings, props, dialogue, and expressions for their characters. Throughout the course, they’ll develop their own mini comic book to take home, packed with original stories and artwork!

Ages 8-12: View Classes

Ages 12-18: View Classes

Pottery 101 for Kids and Teens

Using clay as their medium, students will discover the exciting process of turning ideas into unique three-dimensional works of art.

In this hands-on course, students will learn basic pottery techniques and skills through fun projects and activities. They’ll get to try out hand-building methods and decorate their creations with colorful glazes. This class encourages both artistic expression and skill-building, making it a great fit for young artists at any experience level.

Ages 7-11 View Classes

Ages 12-16 View Classes

Mini Maestro: Piano for Beginners

This fun, interactive course is tailored to young music enthusiasts with little to no prior piano experience. Through games, hands-on practice, and playful exploration of music theory, students will build confidence and start their journey to becoming little maestros! Each session is packed with engaging activities and is just the right length (45 minutes) to keep kids focused and inspired.

11am-12pm View Classes

12pm-1pm View Classes

Drawing and Painting

This class introduces young artists to the magical world of drawing and painting, exploring everything from watercolor and acrylics to pen and ink, collage, and printmaking.

Kids will dive into fun, hands-on projects that spark their imaginations while learning essential art skills like color mixing, composition, and creating their own masterpieces. Whether painting bold strokes or sketching fine details, every child will discover the joy of self-expression through art.

This engaging class is perfect for budding artists ready to explore, experiment, and bring their ideas to life!

Ages 4-7 View Classes

Ages 8-12 View Classes

Piano Beginner to Intermediate: from Basic to Brilliance

This fun and dynamic 6-week journey is perfect for young pianists who are just starting out or looking to level up their skills. From mastering the basics to rocking intermediate pieces, this class is your ticket to unlocking the joy of piano playing.

Explore everything from catchy tunes to cool techniques in a supportive and inspiring environment. Whether you're playing your first notes or perfecting your performance, we’re here to help you shine! 

Ages 9+ View Classes

Oil Painting Beginner to Intermediate

Designed for adult artists of all levels, this class guides you through essential techniques, from blending colors to mastering brushwork. Whether you're a beginner eager to learn the basics or an experienced painter refining your skills, you will be provided with guidance in a supportive and inspiring environment. Create stunning works of art while discovering your unique style. Let your imagination flow and watch your masterpiece come to life!

Teens and Adults View Classes

Fashion Design: Garment Making

In this course, students will learn how to deconstruct and construct garments. This course will be sewing intensive; we will only be focusing on pattern making and machine sewing aspects of fashion design. Students will learn how to design summer wear such as skirts, dresses, shirts, and vests. 

Ages 12+ View Classes

Ceramics Fusion

Whether you're a beginner or looking to build on your existing skills, these hands-on ceramics class will guide you through the fundamentals of working with clay while encouraging personal expression.

Discover the possibilities of clay as you learn essential hand-building techniques like pinch pots, coil work, and slab construction. Dive into surface decoration, glazing and firing methods to bring your pieces to life with color and texture. With guidance from expert instructors, you'll develop both technical skills and creative confidence while working on unique projects throughout the course. 

Teens and Adults View Classes

Class Spotlight: Fashion Design

Check out this final presentation by students in JCAL's Fashion Design class! A special thanks to Teaching Artist Randy Houston, and all of the participating students.

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