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7 Elements of Art Workshop
The Young Artists Workshop's 8-week Art Exploration Series!
This immersive 8-week series, is one of Young Artists Workshop’s signature programs which explores the seven core elements of art through ALL BRAND NEW hands-on projects, playful experimentation, and real creative discovery. With tons of encouragement, guided exploration, and room to make bold choices, students build their skills, find their style, and unleash that unstoppable imagination - all while having a blast!
Week 1: Exploring Color
In our first week, students will dive into the vibrant world of color. They'll learn about the color wheel, color theory, and the emotional and psychological effects of color. Through color mixing experiments, color harmony studies, and color-themed projects, students will explore the endless possibilities of color in their artwork.
Week 2: Introduction to Line
Students will explore the element of line. They'll learn about the different types of lines and their expressive qualities, from straight and curved lines to thick and thin lines. Through drawing exercises and collaborative projects, students will experiment with line variations to create dynamic compositions.
Week 3: Exploring Shape
Students will delve into the world of shape. They'll discover the difference between geometric and organic shapes and explore how shapes can be used to convey meaning and emotion in art. Through sculpting, collage, and mixed media projects, students will experiment with shape manipulation to create visually engaging artworks.
WEEK 4: UNDERSTANDING FORM
Students will explore the element of form. They'll learn how to depict three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional surface through shading, perspective, and contour drawing. By studying still life arrangements and exploring sculptural techniques, students will gain a deeper understanding of form and volume in their artwork.
WEEK 5: CREATING SPACE
Week five will focus on the concept of space in art. Students will learn about positive and negative space, foreground and background, and techniques for creating depth and perspective in their compositions. Through landscape painting, spatial arrangement exercises, and collaborative mural projects, students will explore the illusion of space and experiment with different spatial relationships.
WEEK 6: TEXTURE EXPLORATION
In week six, students will explore the tactile quality of texture in art. They'll learn about visual texture versus actual texture and experiment with a variety of techniques to create different surface effects. From textured collages and relief printing to impasto painting and mixed media experiments, students will discover the expressive potential of texture in their artwork.
WEEK 7: VALUE STUDIES
Week seven will focus on the element of value. Students will learn about the importance of light and shadow in creating form and volume. Through grayscale studies, chiaroscuro techniques, and still life drawings, students will explore the nuances of value and learn how to effectively use contrast to add depth and dimension to their artwork.
WEEK 8: SYNTHESIS AND REFLECTION
In our final week, students will have the opportunity to synthesize and reflect on their learning from the past seven weeks. They'll engage in a culminating project that integrates multiple elements of art and allows them to showcase their newfound skills and creativity. Through group critiques and self-reflection exercises, students will celebrate their artistic journey and set goals for future artistic exploration.
Workshop Timeline
Enrollment is now OPEN!
Monday schedule 2:30pm - 4:30pm:
9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16
"Don't worry about how you 'should' draw it. Just draw it the way YOU see it." - Tim Burton
Meet the Masters - NEW ARTISTS SERIes 2026
The Young Artists Workshop's 8-week Art Exploration Series!
Welcome to "Meet the Masters," an inspiring 8-week art workshop series where artists will delve into the lives, techniques, and masterpieces of some of the most influential artists in history. ALL NEW MASTER ARTISTS SERIES for 2026!
Week 1:Katsushika Hokusai - Waves, Movement & Japanese Printmaking
Artists will dive into the dramatic world of Hokusai, one of Japan’s most celebrated artists. Inspired by his iconic woodblock prints, students will explore bold lines, dynamic movement, and powerful compositions while creating artwork that captures the energy and beauty of the natural world.
Week 2:Claude Monet -Light, Color & Impressionism
In week two, artists will step into Monet’s colorful world and discover how the Impressionists captured fleeting moments of light and atmosphere. Using expressive color and layered brushwork, young artists will create luminous artwork inspired by Monet’s famous gardens and landscapes.
Week 3:Vincent van Gogh - Color, Texture & Emotion
In week three, we will explore Van Gogh’s unmistakable world of swirling skies, vibrant colors, and energetic brushstrokes. Inspired by his expressive style, young artists will use line, texture, and bold color to create artwork bursting with movement and emotion.
Week 4:Jackson Pollock - Action Painting & Abstract Expression
In week four, things are about to get messy! Artists will discover how Pollock transformed painting into an energetic, full-body experience. Using drips, splatters, movement, and layers of color, young artists will embrace spontaneity and create their own action-packed abstract masterpieces.
Week 5:Roy Lichtenstein - Pop Art, Comics & Ben-Day Dots
In week five, artists will jump into Lichtenstein’s bold world of comic-book imagery, primary colors, and iconic Ben-Day dots. Young artists will explore how everyday popular culture became fine art while creating their own graphic, larger-than-life Pop Art compositions.
Week 6:Alexander Calder - Shape, Balance & Sculpture in Motion
Week six, artists will discover how Calder made sculpture move! Inspired by his playful mobiles and abstract forms, young artists will experiment with shape, balance, color, and movement while creating sculptural artwork designed to transform as it moves through space.
Week 7:Thomas Schütte - Faces, Expression & Contemporary Sculpture
In week seven, artists will enter the wonderfully strange world of contemporary artist Thomas Schütte, known for sculptures that reinvent the human figure and face. Young artists will experiment with exaggerated features, expression, and three-dimensional form to create imaginative sculptural characters of their own.
Week 8: Culmination and Celebration
In our final week, artists will have the opportunity to celebrate their artistic journey and showcase their masterpieces inspired by the great masters of art history. Through a culminating exhibition or presentation, students will share their creative achievements with family, friends, and fellow art enthusiasts, reflecting on the lessons learned and the inspiration gained throughout the workshop series.
Workshop timeline
Enrollment begins late October 2026
Monday schedule 2:30pm - 4:30pm:
12/7, 12/14, 1/11/27, 1/25/27, 2/1/27, 2/22/27, 3/1/27, 3/8/27.
"Inspiration Exists, but it has to find you working..." - Pablo Picasso
🎨 The Artist’s Sketchbook - ALL NEW SERIES COMING SOON!
The Young Artists Workshop's 8-week Art Exploration Series!
🎨 The Artist’s Sketchbook Unleash creativity, build skill, and fill the pages! In this 8-week journey, students transform blank sketchbook pages into a vibrant portfolio of expressive, finished artwork. Each session explores a unique theme—from perspective and figure drawing to mandalas, prompts, and collage—guiding students step-by-step to create thoughtful, skill-driven pieces they’ll be proud to showcase.
Week 1: Cover Story
Students will create a layered mixed-media collage cover for their sketchbook using magazine clippings, paint, and ink. We’ll explore visual storytelling through bold composition and layering.
Week 2: Drawn to Perspective
We’ll kick things off by exploring one-point perspective to create a bold, dramatic city street or surreal hallway scene. Students will learn how to use vanishing points and horizon lines to pull viewers into their art.
Week 3: Eye See You
We zoom in on the human eye as a miniature figure drawing session—full of emotion, shadow, and form. Students will learn basic anatomy and shading to create a realistic or expressive eye close-up.
Week 4: Pattern Playground
Students will create a bold black-and-white or colorful abstract design using structured patterns and repetitive line work. Think high-contrast calm-meets-chaos on the page!
Week 5: Mandala Magic
We slow things down and tap into symmetry, focus, and color theory as students build layered mandalas using pencil and fine-tip markers. Meditation meets math meets art.
Week 6: Still Life Remix
Old-school meets cool. We’ll work from a small still life set-up using graphite pencils to explore line, shading, and realism—building strong drawing foundations with a twist of personal flair.
Week 7: Prompt Power!
We flip the creative switch with a mystery prompt draw. “Draw a house with legs,” “Make a creature from three different animals,” etc. Students will use pencil and colored pencil to bring unexpected ideas to life.
Week 8: Frame This!
Our final masterpiece: students choose one favorite work from their sketchbook and give it a finished, gallery-worthy glow-up. We'll mat it on black or white and add final touches so it’s ready to be displayed with pride.
They'll include a heartfelt artist statement written and mounted on the back, reflecting on their favorite piece, what they learned, and how they grew.
The Artists Sketchbook Workshop timeline
2026-2027 Series to be announced August 2026.
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"Color is a power which directly influences the soul." - Wassily Kandinsky