Art Classes for Kids
Elizabeth’s Art Class - Watercolor Basics
In these classes, kids will learn basic watercolor techniques and art concepts, including ways to use brushes, how to mix colors, making textures, basic color theory, and composition. Each class we will create a small painting to practice a specific technique or two. Your child(ren) can join as many classes as you like, though each class also stands on its own.
Cost: ¥1000 per student
Materials: All included
Location: Ocean View Room in the Village Center
Time: 11 am - 12 pm
Dates (2024) - Sundays:
Sept 29 - Painting whimsical watercolor animals
Oct 20 - Painting rainbow reflections
Nov 3 - All about textures
Nov 24 - Christmas/holiday theme
Class capacity: 2-12 students ages 6 and up*
(If you need to cancel your registration, please let me know so that another student can take your spot)
*Children 6 years and older may participate on their own. Children between 3-5 may participate if they are accompanied by an adult. The class is not recommended for children younger than 3.
The class will be taught in English.
Please wear old clothing or bring a smock to protect clothing from paint. All other materials will be provided.
Registration website for Kids class: Elizabeth Art Class for Kids
Oksana's Art Class-Art From The Heart
Let your kid unleash their creativity with acryic paints! Acrylic painting is both an exciting and rewarding experience for kids. During sessions, your kid will learn the fundamentals of acrylic painting and create stunning works of art at the end of each session. This class is perfect for kids who are looking to begin their artistic journey and gain confidence in this form of creative expression. All levels of artistic abilities are welcome!
This class will be taught by Oksana Burduzhan, an aspiring artist and mother of two. Her passion and interest are in art, and her educational background is in Economics. Oksana will help your child access their inner world and show what is inside of their beautiful hearts. The partial profit (20%) will be donated to fundraising “Love and peace for Ukraine” to support people in need in Ukraine.
The kids will explore the following:
- different color schemes and how to use a limited color palette
- color mixing techniques, different painting techniques such as underpainting, washes, gradients, stippling and more
- brush techniques like outlining, blending
- different types of brushes and their purposes including round brush, flat brush, liner brush
- modeling paste (to add texture and relief to paintings)
- pouring mediums (abstract fluid art paintings)
Let`s have fun, creating and painting together!
Registration website for Kids Class: Oksna Art class for Kids
Christy’s Art Class - Handbuilt Clay Ceramics
Time- 2-hour class from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Cost- ¥2,000 per person includes clay, tools, glazes, 2 firings and instruction time
Minimum 4 students per class up to 12 students at once
Level- All levels welcome, beginner and up
Notes- The clay is gray and it can leave permanent marks on white or bright clothes. Please wear something appropriate, either dark or old that you don't mind getting permanently stained. Feel free to bring an apron if wanted.
Age- 6 to 12.
Dates (2024):
Oct 5
Oct 26
Nov 16
Dec 7
Each class will consist of a seasonal or Okinawa themed hand built clay project including Shisa coil plate, parrot fish wall hanging, and sea turtle plate for the fall term. The projects will be dried, and fired twice with the instructor and returned in time for the following lesson the next month.
Registration website for Kids Class:Christy Art Class for Kids