“Fresh Artists Made Daily!”
Classes and Workshops:
Learn the basics or advance your studio skills in a variety of mediums from instructors who are artists themselves!
Click the orange button below to see current available classes and register to secure your spot!
No walk-ins allowed for classes.
There is a limited number of spaces available in each class. Every student must register and pay in advance in order to be included in the class. Payments are non-refundable unless the class is canceled by TASI due to not reaching the minimum number of students.
Please contact education[at]artstudio[dot]org with any questions.
Intro to Character Design!
Are you interested in cartoons, video games, comics, and graphic novels? Interested in making characters of your own? Learn the fundamentals of character design with local artist Hailey Kimler!
Over the course of 4 class sessions, students will learn the basics of what makes a character design original and effective. Bring your own drawing supplies! Students aged 13+ welcome!
September 3, 10, 17, 24
October 1, 8, 15, 22
November 5, 12, 19, 24
5pm – 6:30pm
$50 per student
Intro to Ink Pen
Are you interested in cartoons, video games, comics, and graphic novels? Learn the fundamentals of drawing with ink pens from graphic novel author and game designer Gonzalo Alvarez! This two hour class is great for any beginning artists aged 12 years and older who want to learn how to use ink pens and illustrate basic character and background designs.
All materials will be provided, but students may bring their own. Wearing white is not recommended!
Dates TBA
6pm – 8pm
$40 per student
Clay: Handbuilding
Over the course of six sessions, students will learn handbuilding techniques in clay, as well as glazing and raku firing, from master ceramist Greg Busceme, Sr. Take home your very own ceramic creations at the end of the course! This class is for adults age 16+ only. All materials provided.
September 8, 10, 15, 17, 21, 24
November 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19
October 6, 8, 13, 15, 29, 22
6pm – 8pm
$100 per student
Watercolor Wednesday
Learn the basics of painting with watercolor, including color theory and technique with your instructor Virginia Johnson. This special two-hour weeknight class session is designed for beginners in the art of watercolor, ages 13 and up, and is open to more experienced artists to continue practice or build on their skills. All materials provided for use in classroom! Recommended to bring an apron or clothes you don’t mind getting stained.
Dates TBA
6pm – 8pm
$35 per student
Intro to Film Photography & Darkroom
During the four sessions over two weekends, photographer James Blaign Rambo will teach beginner-level students the ins and outs of using a film camera, developing images in the darkroom, and printing black and white photographs. The class includes an outing to capture photos outdoors and students will keep their own prints. Chemicals will stain clothes, please dress accordingly. Long sleeves and close- toed shoes also required. All materials provided, but students may bring their own 35mm film camera if they wish. Ages 18+ only.
Dates TBA
2pm-6pm – $125 per person
Looking for a specific class that isn’t open for registration at the moment? Email our education coordinator at education[at]artstudio[dot]org with your contact information and which mediums you want to learn and you will be placed on the waiting list to find out first when classes are scheduled.
Monthly Creative Meetups:
Drop-ins welcome! No registration is required for these casual creative meet-ups. Please see description of each group for age requirements and suggested fees to help cover facilitators and/or supplies.
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Thanks to our sponsors for helping make this program possible:
This project is funded in part by
the B.A. & E.W. Steinhagen Benevolent Trust through the Southeast Texas Arts Council,
Edaren Foundation, Walmart Foundation, and Jefferson County – BeaumontCVB.com