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Kids Art Classes Online

Unleash your child's creativity with a wide range of online art classes for kids. From drawing and painting to sculpture and mixed media, they'll learn new skills, express themselves, and gain confidence in their artistic abilities.

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Virtual Manga Drawing Workshop

RESOBOX

Discover the secrets to creating professional manga in a virtual workshop led by a Japanese professional illustrator. Learn symbols, expressions, and design techniques to bring your characters to life. No special talents or drawing skills are required, just a passion for visual novels and animated series.

(517) All levels 8 - 14 years old

After School Online Weekly Art: Creative Painting, Drawing & Self Expression (Ages 5-8)

The Art Studio NY @ Online Classroom

Unleash your child's creativity through online art classes that are fun, engaging, and educational. Join us at The Art Studio NY for an interactive experience where young artists can express themselves through painting, drawing, and more. No repetition, just brand-new art projects in every class.

(630) All levels 5 - 8 years old
$319

15 sessions

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Artuta Online Class Series

Artuta Art School @ Live Interactive via Zoom

Artuta offers a series of online art classes, focusing on various creative techniques. With our highly interactive live online classes, art learning is no longer limited by location.

All levels 11 and older
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Artuta Online Drawing Salon

Artuta Art School @ Live Interactive via Zoom

Join us for an hour of drawing twice a week. Everyone welcome—even if you don’t consider yourself an artist!

All levels 4 and older

At-Home Cartooning

The Paintbrush @ Virtual Classroom

Unleash your creativity with the whimsical art of cartooning from the comfort of your own home! Join us at The Paintbrush for a fun-filled at-home course that will teach you the basics of this delightful art form. Get ready to have a blast as you bring your imagination to life!

(4) All levels 6 - 11 years old
$210

7 sessions

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Beginner: Kids After School (Ages 9-13)

The New York Sewing Center @ Virtual Classroom

Introducing: Kids’ After School! We are so excited to start our fall, winter and spring after school program. We'll be offering classes Wednesdays & Thursday's 4:00-5:15pm. All supplies and projects will be shipped upon enrollment for your kiddos to enjoy crafting and sewing! We have 2 levels for this class including beginner ( first time using the machine) and Intermediate (took one of our summer camps or has previous sewing experience). We...

(310) All levels 9 - 13 years old
No upcoming schedules
$450

6 sessions

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Imaginary World Building (Ages 10-15)

Evanston Art Center @ Online Class, Online, IL

Have you ever read a comic or played a videogame with an imaginary world so elaborate and fascinating that it felt real? Have you ever wanted to create a unique fictional world of your own? Now you can! We will create concept art, environmental designs, and character sheets perfect for your own future graphic novel, animation, or videogame! Some drawing experience recommended.  This interactive online class is presented via Zoom. Please...

(83) All levels 10 - 15 years old
No upcoming schedules
$150

6 sessions

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Imaginary World Building Camp (Ages 9-11)

Evanston Art Center

Have you ever read a book or played a video game with an imaginary world so elaborate and fascinating that it felt real? Have you ever wanted to create a unique fictional world of your own? Now you can!  We will create concept art, environmental designs, and character sheets perfect for your own future graphic novel, animation, or videogame! Some drawing experience recommended.

(83) All levels 9 - 11 years old
No upcoming schedules
$215

5 sessions

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Tweens: Beginner Manga + Anime Art

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ Virtual Classroom

Get an inside look into the exciting world of Anime & Manga cartoon illustration. In this fun and informative course learn how to capture the fundamentals of facial features & anatomy within the Manga, Anime Art tradition, culminating in designing your own characters.  Design unique characters- Human, Animal or Fantasy subjects in the anime style and how to draw characters in action. Lessons on figure drawing & proportion in one...

(179) Beginner 9 - 12 years old
No upcoming schedules
$255

4 sessions

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Surrealism and Dream Imagery for Teens

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ Virtual Classroom

Unlock the power of your imagination and dive into the world of surrealism with this fascinating painting class. Learn to create dream-like visuals by placing ordinary objects in extraordinary settings, inspired by the works of iconic surrealist artists. Let your creativity run wild and tell captivating stories on your canvas.

(179) All levels 9 - 16 years old
No upcoming schedules
$490

7 sessions

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Teens Ages 12+ : After School ONLINE Weekly Art Class: Intensive Drawing Class for Portfolio Development

The Art Studio NY @ Online Classroom

NOTE: This is an Online Art Class. Our instructors will work with you over high-quality live video and teach you to make art from the comfort of your home. The Art Studio NY conducts classes from New York City, United States (Eastern US Time Zone) If you are a student that is passionate about art, creativity, and self-expression, this drawing focused online art class is a perfect fit for you! In this small-sized, personalized live, online art class...

(630) All levels 12 and older
No upcoming schedules
$275

11 sessions

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Creative Drawing & Painting (Ages 5-8) (Single Session)

The Art Studio NY @ Online Classroom

1-Session: Kids Online Art Class (Ages 5-8): Creative Drawing and Painting  Tap into the magic of virtual art classes for your child! NYC’s #1-rated art studio, The Art Studio NY, offers dozens of weekly online art classes to enjoy from the safety of home. This 1-hour interactive and educational online art class is entertaining, engaging, and makes learning fun!  This unique class, loved by parents and kids alike, encourages young...

(630) All levels 5 - 8 years old
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Painting with Watercolors Virtual (Ages 7-14 yrs)

East Los Angeles College @ ELAC Virtual Classroom

Develop your natural artistic talents as you learn basic watercolor theory and techniques. This class covers color mixing, color application, and composition through fun and exciting exercises. Please read:   Students need to have access to a basic watercolor set, brushes, watercolor sketchpad, pencil, and eraser. Instructions on how to access the course will be sent by email a day or two before class.

(250) All levels 7 - 14 years old
No upcoming schedules
$70

5 sessions

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Beginner Drawing for Kids

Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo @ Virtual Classroom, New York, NY

New to art? Learning how to draw is the single most important, first step to start kids on their artistic journey., as well as being essential, its the tool you need before moving on to more complex media like painting or digital art! Learning how to draw what you see, learning how you see and capturing what you see on the page will inspire your journey! We will start our course with essential principle drawing exercises where you will learn how...

(179) Beginner 5 - 8 years old
No upcoming schedules
$245

5 sessions

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Pastels & Mixed Media for Kids

Art School of SF Bay @ Virtual Classroom

Pastels can be so much more than simple crayons and quick sketches! Since 16 century it was used by many great artists to create unique paintings. In this course, we will study not only different techniques but also talk about composition and color theory, to master your painting skills. It will be held ONLINE via ZOOM video conference. Students will need access to a computer / tablet / phone with internet connection and zoom.us. After the...

(5) All levels 12 and older
No upcoming schedules
$350

10 sessions

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Pastels & Mixed Media for Adults

Art School of SF Bay

Pastels can be so much more than simple crayons and quick sketches! Since 16 century it was used by many great artists to create unique paintings. In this course, we will study not only different techniques but also talk about composition and color theory, to master your painting skills. It will be held ONLINE via ZOOM video conference. Students will need access to a computer/tablet/phone with internet connection and zoom.us. After the lecture...

(5) All levels 21 and older
No upcoming schedules

Beginners Architecture for Kids: Design Your Building

The Art Studio NY @ Online Classroom

AGES 7-11: BEGINNER’S ARCHITECTURE CLASS FOR KIDS: DESIGN YOUR OWN BUILDING! Note: This is an Online Art Class. Our instructors will work with you over high-quality live video and teach you to make art from the comfort of your home. We will return to in-person art classes while continuing online art classes when the uncertainties around Coronavirus are resolved. It’s time to get creative with architecture with NYC’s #1-rated art...

(630) Beginner 7 - 11 years old
No upcoming schedules
$182

7 sessions

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Junior Fan Art Camp (Ages 6-10 yrs)

Art School of SF Bay

Get better at drawing faces, gestures and figures in motion while drawing your favorite characters from movies, games, and books! Pokemons, Ponies, Mario, Minecraft, Manga - the universe full of animated worlds comes to life during this camp. Students will learn the basics of sketching, drawing and painting humans, animals, and imaginary creatures.  Day 1. 9:00am-12:00pm: Character’s portrait: proportions of a human VS an animal face....

(5) All levels 6 - 10 years old
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Realistic Portrait (Ages 10-16 yrs)

Art School of SF Bay

This camp will be held ONLINE via ZOOM video conference. Students will need access to a computer / tablet / phone with internet connection and zoom.us. Art materials will be available for pick up from the studio few days before the start of the camp (dates and details will be provided). Learn to paint and draw portraits alike! This camp is recommended for students familiar with drawing fundamentals, that would like to pull their portrait drawing...

(5) All levels 10 - 16 years old
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Manga Art Camp (Ages 10-16 yrs)

Art School of SF Bay @ Virtual Classroom

Ever had an awesome idea for a story or a picture but didn't know how to make it happen? Come join fellow fans of comics and animated shows to take your drawing skills to the next level! This five-day camp offers a freeform project-based experience where students can create comics and illustrations of their favorite characters, both original or from existing media, while being guided with advice for anatomy and proportion, posing, perspective, composition,...

(5) All levels 10 - 16 years old
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$250

5 sessions

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Reviews for Kids Art Classes Online

Kids Art Classes Online are rated 4.5 stars based on 1,978 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • Tweens: Beginner Manga + Anime Art

    Reviewed by Laura G on 9/15/2022
    James loved it he’s interested n returning I was just tryin to figure the finances - tbh camp wasn’t cheap - hed lik anime/manga again and also animation- James also liked the instructor Charles
  • Painting with Watercolors Virtual (Ages 7-14 yrs)

    Reviewed by Sarahi F. on 7/10/2019
    My daughter (11 years old), really liked the instruction provided. The instructor gave clear instructions, didn't mind repeating himself, answered all questions (big and small), and made sure everyone was on the same page. He also respected a students choice not to participate in a specific painting, and tried helping her with a different option for the activity.

Discover the Best Kids' Art Classes Online

People have been creating art for centuries, including kids. ​​It was only in the 18th century, however, that the effect that art engagement has on child development began to be studied. Artists, philosophers, and pedagogues realized that art plays a significant role in the physical and mental development of children and began to further study this. The emergence of studies connecting art to child development led to the spread of art education for children in the late 1800s. 

Kids’ art had originally been appreciated for its aesthetic quality. Artists were enraptured by art that wasn’t tainted by adult influence. Kids’ art showcased their inability to visually express subjects the same way as adults can. This led to kids’ art being likened to modernism, an art movement that rejects realism. Around this time, kids’ art also began to be displayed to the public as part of art collections. 

Scholars that examined the connection between art and child development noted that the stages of child art can be associated with different ages and, thus, development levels. For example, around a child’s first birthday, they’ll have started learning how to scribble, which requires a small degree of motor control. It’s not until age nine or ten that kids’ art starts to become realistic in style, as they develop better observational skills and an understanding of the world around them.

Psychologists and teachers have studied the benefits that art provides to children. Working on art projects with their hands contributes to kids’ physical development. Art also allows children to express their creativity and connect with their emotions. As these benefits have been better understood with time, art has become not just a fun activity for kids, but an integral part of their lives.

Why Should Kids Learn Art Online?

Introducing your child to art at an early age gives them a head start developmentally. When creating art, children will need to work with one or both of their hands as well as their fingers. These frequent movements will not only improve their coordination and fine motor skills but will also strengthen the muscles in their hands. Common tools used in kids’ art include crayons, markers, and scissors. Holding onto these items will require dexterity and motor control.

Your child’s cognitive skills can also be improved through art. When working on art, children learn about different shapes, colors, and sizes. They’ll also learn how to plan as they think about what they want to create, and they’ll practice their problem-solving skills when they make mistakes, especially if they’re using permanent or semi-permanent mediums like paint, markers, and glue. Cause and effect will also be studied when they mix mediums like paint. 

Open-ended play lets children use their imaginations without specific goals in mind or required steps. Art is an example of open-ended play. This play style has been shown to help children understand their emotions, as they work through situations and scenarios without prompting. Additionally, if they’re playing with others, it promotes social development as they learn to share and communicate. Art play also allows children to use their imaginations and explore the boundaries of their creativity. 

Virtual Kids' Art Classes 

In-person kids’ art classes will provide your child with hands-on instruction and demonstrations. These classes also encourage them to socialize with other kids their age. However, in-person classes don’t always fit into everyone’s schedule. Luckily, virtual kids’ art classes are available. 

Virtual art classes and camps can be attended by your child from the comfort of your own home. They are taught by instructors from around the country and focus on different types of art like drawing, painting, and sculpting. 

There are a few online kids’ art classes available for your child to take on CourseHorse.

If your child is between the ages of five and eight, you can enroll them in The Art Studio NY’s online Summer Art and Creativity Camp. A live instructor will encourage your child to express themselves through art. They’ll engage in art through fun projects as they learn how to paint, draw, and journal. They’ll also be able to socialize with other kids their age. There are several camp schedules that you can choose from, including half-day camps or full-day camps. 

Children aged 10-16 who are interested in digital art, a fairly new and popular form of art, may want to enroll in the Art of SF Bay’s Digital Painting Art Camp. During this five-day camp, your child will use a laptop, tablet, or phone to create digital art. They’ll become familiar with digital tools and editing apps as their instructor teaches them the fundamentals of digital drawing. Several devices and software are required to take this class, all of which are listed on the class page.

10-16-year-olds can also attend the Art School of SF Bay’s Manga Art Camp. Kids of all skill levels are welcome to enroll in this camp where they’ll work on their drawing skills. They’ll create freeform projects over the course of five days. For their project, they can create a comic or illustration of their favorite comic or manga characters. They can also choose to create drawings of their own original comic or manga characters.

Private Online Group Kids' Art Classes

Is your child and their group of friends interested in taking an art class? If so, CourseHorse offers private kids’ art classes that they can deliver to you remotely. These remote classes can be scheduled as a birthday activity or something to occupy your child’s time over the summer.

You can contact CourseHorse through the form on their website to learn about the remote kids’ art classes they can offer you. They can help you determine what type of art class would best fit your group’s needs, including class size and medium type. CourseHorse will work to accommodate your group size. If you’re unsure of the size at the time of sign-up, you can provide them with the minimum group size and update your headcount up to a week before the class date. You don’t need to worry about providing kids with art supplies either; CourseHorse provides all participants with the necessary materials ahead of the class. 

There are no booking fees when scheduling a class with CourseHorse. You can cancel your child’s class for free up to two weeks before the session. Classes can be delivered via several online video platforms. These include Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meets, and WebEx, although Zoom is preferred.

Online vs. In-Person Kids' Art Classes

Online and in-person classes have different benefits. You should consider the following advantages and disadvantages of in-person and online kids’ art classes before signing your child up for one.

In-person classes allow for a hands-on approach to learning. An instructor will offer in-depth demonstrations and they can answer your child’s questions throughout the class in real-time. These are also a great way for your child to meet and make friends with other kids their age. If there aren’t any in-person classes offered in your area or if the commute is too long, you might want to consider online kids’ art classes. These classes are taught by a live instructor who can provide your child with feedback. 

Virtual classes will require you to source all materials yourself, whereas in-person classes may supply them. The class instructor will provide you with the materials your child will need ahead of the class date. This list can be fulfilled at your local art shop or craft store, or online. 

Can My Child Learn Art for Free Online?

Your child can get started making art for free. They can engage in open-ended play and work with whatever tools you’re able to provide them with. They can also watch free online art tutorials that can guide them through drawing, painting, and other methods. The internet is a great resource for information on more advanced art techniques. If they’d like additional instruction or someone to answer their questions, a class with an expert instructor is an efficient and in-depth way to learn how to create art. 

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