14+ Amazing Art Classes for Kids in Grand Rapids: Explore Drawing, Painting, Pottery & More

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Art Classes for Kids include Paint, Pottery or Drawing Classes

Art is one of those things that is accessible to everyone. As long as you have paper and something to draw with, you can make art!

And if you’re really interested in it, you can explore art in so many mediums.

Painting, drawing, cartooning, pottery, sewing… the list of art classes you can take is endless.

Art classes for kids is one of the many classes for kids you can take around Grand Rapids.

Looking for even more amazing things for your kids to get into around the area? Find it all here, in the Things to do With Kids in Grand Rapids guide.

When your kid is ready to take those Crayola drawings or clay models to the next level, try one of these creative classes below.

Find some of the best art instruction in Grand Rapids here.

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Art Classes for Kids

1212 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids MI 49504

I cannot recommend this studio enough! Julie's classes are so amazing. She truly allows the kiddos to express themselves through different forms of art while teaching them so many techniques! - parent


Every child is creative. Our goal is to provide a place for kids to explore art and to give them the tools they need to have for a lifetime of fearless creativity. We offer classes, camps, parties, and open studio.

Our classes are rooted in fine art principles, and we encourage exploration and individual expression. We provide classes that teach a wide variety of art mediums including painting, drawing, collage, sculpture, clay, construction, and one-of-a-kind mixed-media art making!

We believe that creativity is the most important life skill that a child can have because once they have confidence in their creative power, they will use it in every area of their life.

Our classes begin for children in preschool and continue through highschool. We pride ourselves in classes that grow with the child as they discover their artistic interests and are inspired to continue creating.

Come explore art with us!

OFFERING: Painting Lessons, Open Studio, Drawing Classes for Kids, Toddler Art Classes, Art Classes for Teens, Mixed Media Classes

AGES: Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Art Classes for Kids

1971 E Beltline Ave NE Ste 103, Grand Rapids MI 49525

Had so much fun. My daughter loved it and asked if we could go back. She wants her birthday party here next year 🙂🙂 -Hanna S.


Voted Top Art Studio 8 years in a row, The Mud Room is the perfect place for creative kiddos (and adults) to have good clean fun!

You’ll find something for all ages… pottery painting, glass fusing, potter’s wheel classes, and more!

You can plan a party, make a reservation for a family day out, or simply stop in during open studio hours.

Their friendly staff will be there with tips and inspiration to help you create a masterpiece of your own. You can even find projects to create at home!

No experience necessary. Serving GR families since 1996.

OFFERING: Painting Lessons, Potter’s Wheel, Open Studio, Glass Fusing, Toddler Art Classes, Art Classes for Teens

AGES: Infants & Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

(616) 259-7269

Art Classes for Kids

2166 WEALTHY ST SE, GRAND RAPIDS MI 49506


Encouraging and inspiring creativity is the most important thing one can do for a child, and it is the only thing we do at the studio.

All of our art classes are rooted in fine art education with special attention paid to your child and their unique perspective.

We offer: Homeschool ages 6-18, After-School grades 1-4, Mini-Masters ages 2-5, Sewing Courses, Neurodivergent Creative Groups, and evening classes for children and families, ages 8+.

OFFERING: Painting Lessons, Open Studio, Drawing Classes for Kids, Toddler Art Classes, Mixed Media Classes

AGES: Infants & Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

(616) 901-1679
OTHER LOCATIONS: 2166 WEALTHY ST SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49506

Art Classes for Kids

4000 J Maddy PKWY, Interlochen MI 49643


Join us for a summer you'll never forget.

-Learn from faculty and guest artists who have established careers in the arts
-Make friends from around the world who love art
-Programs are offered in painting, drawing, fashion, animation, and more

Sessions for grades 3-12. Financial aid is available.

OFFERING: Painting Lessons, Potter’s Wheel, Drawing Classes for Kids, Art Classes for Teens, Mixed Media Classes

AGES: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

(231) 276-7472

Top Voted Art Classes for Kids (2023 results)

Following are the area’s top rated art classes for kids, as voted on in our annual best of Grand Rapids Awards. These studios have showed up again and again to teach kids a love of creativity and expression through pottery, painting and drawing classes.

winner icon 70x70 Winner: The Mud Room

1. The Mud Room
2. Accidental Art (Rockford)
3. Pour-d
4. The Common Thread Studio
5. Cultivate
6. I’m an Artist Community Studio
7. Interlochen Center for Arts
8. Hearts for the Arts
9. Little Art Park GR
10. Pottery Lane
10. Lionardo Art Studio

Drop In Art Classes for Kids & Events Around Grand Rapids

Full List of Drawing Classes and Art Classes for Kids

Here’s the full list of dedicated art classes around Grand Rapids.

Another great resource is local parks and rec departments. Their class offerings can change, but there’s often an art class to be found in their latest calendar.

Lionardo Art Studio in Grand Rapids

1212 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

• Painting Lessons, Open Studio, Drawing Classes for Kids, Toddler Art Classes, Art Classes for Teens, Mixed Media Classes
• Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Academy of Art and Design in Cascade

6159 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

• Painting Lessons, Drawing Classes for Kids, Toddler Art Classes, Art Classes for Teens, Mixed Media Classes
• Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Accidental Art in Rockford

355 Northland Drive NE, Rockford, MI 49341

• Open Studio
• Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Brush Studio in Grand Rapids - Downtown

50 Louis NW, Ste 102, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

• Painting Lessons
• Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Cookies & Canvas in Grand Rapids - SE

2675 E Paris Ave SE Suite E, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

• Painting Lessons
• Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Cultivate in Greater Grand Rapids

• Painting Lessons, Potter’s Wheel, Drawing Classes for Kids, Toddler Art Classes, Art Classes for Teens, Graphic Design/Design, Mixed Media Classes, Photography
• Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

CultureWorks Transformative Art + Design Academy in Holland

31 E 8th St. Suite 200, Holland, MI 49423

• Drawing Classes for Kids, Art Classes for Teens, Graphic Design/Design, Mixed Media Classes
• Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Goo Genius in Holland

15 W 6th St, Holland, MI 49423

• Drawing Classes for Kids, Art Classes for Teens
• Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Grand Rapids Art Museum in Grand Rapids - Downtown

101 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

• Open Studio
• Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Hearts for the Arts in Grand Rapids - NW

1141 Quarry Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

• Open Studio
• Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Holland Area Arts Council in Holland

150 East 8th Street, Holland, MI 49423

• Painting Lessons, Drawing Classes for Kids, Art Classes for Teens, Mixed Media Classes
• Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

I'm An Artist Community Studio in GRAND RAPIDS

2166 WEALTHY ST SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49506

• Painting Lessons, Open Studio, Drawing Classes for Kids, Toddler Art Classes, Mixed Media Classes
• Infants & Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Interlochen Center for the Arts in Interlochen

4000 J Maddy PKWY, Interlochen, MI 49643

• Painting Lessons, Potter’s Wheel, Drawing Classes for Kids, Art Classes for Teens, Mixed Media Classes
• Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Little Art Park GR in Greater Grand Rapids

• Painting Lessons, Toddler Art Classes, Mixed Media Classes
• Preschool

LowellArts in Lowell

223 W Main Street, Lowell, MI 49331

• Art Classes for Teens, Mixed Media Classes
• Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Paint A Pot in Holland

390 E 8th St, Holland, MI 49423

• Open Studio
• Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Pinspiration in Wyoming

2300 Health Drive SW Suite B, Wyoming, MI 49519

• Open Studio
• Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

Pour-d in Rockford

39 Courtland St, Rockford, MI 49341

• Painting Lessons, Open Studio, Drawing Classes for Kids, Toddler Art Classes, Art Classes for Teens, Mixed Media Classes
• Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

The Art of Life in Grand Rapids - NW

1134 Leonard St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

• Painting Lessons
• Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

The Mud Room @ Knapp's Corner in Grand Rapids

1971 E Beltline Ave NE Ste 103, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

• Painting Lessons, Potter’s Wheel, Open Studio, Glass Fusing, Toddler Art Classes, Art Classes for Teens
• Infants & Toddlers, Preschool, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12

How Art Classes for Kids Work

What Age Do Art Classes for Kids Start?

Formal art classes with an instructor typically start around school age.

You can often find one-time classes throughout the community, but they’re more like activities that you facilitate for your child, and don’t involve learning techniques.

Sometimes the local library will have an art (or in the least, craft) activity. Grand Rapids Children’s Museum has had a lot of hands-on art opportunities as well.

Classes can be a one-time event, or span several weeks.

Art classes for kids includes painting pottery.

Do I Have to Purchase Supplies for Art Classes? Where can I buy Art Supplies in Grand Rapids?

Many studios provide the supplies for a specific class, and the cost is worked into the cost of the session.

However, art is something you can do anywhere and kids will want to practice at home. You can get kid-level quality art supplies at hobby stores around Grand Rapids, like Michaels.

And when they are ready to up their game, take them to Service Reproduction in downtown Grand Rapids. It’s where you get THE best art supplies in West Michigan.

Service Reproduction
Art Supplies Store in Grand Rapids

340 Summer Ave. N.W. Grand Rapids, MI 49504

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