Art Classes for Teens in Lawrence

Art For Every Teen

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Embrace Art

Whether you’re a dedicated student of ceramics or a prolific doodler, there’s a place for you at Lawrence Arts Center! We provide a varied assortment of art classes for teens in Lawrence. These courses cover everything from sculpture to sticker design to screen printing and metalsmithing.

Use high-quality materials and tools and learn from professional artists to pursue ideas without grades or assessments. Explore your personal style and make art that matters to you.

If you’re interested in enrolling your teen in art classes, reach out! We have financial aid available to ensure every teenager in our community has access to art classes.

Our Facilities & Curriculum

Visual Arts Center

We’re committed to providing the Lawrence area with a facility that welcomes them into the world of art. This includes dedicated spaces for art classes for teens in Lawrence, each featuring the tools and technology they need to safely connect with their inner artist.

  • Ceramics Studio
  • Digital Media Lab
  • Metals Studio
  • Printmaking Studio
  • Photography Studio
  • Painting & Drawing Studios

Teen Art Classes

The art classes we offer for teens span everything from day camps to visual arts studios. The subject of classes varies from graphic novels to sculpture, watercolor to ceramics. The choice is yours! For more details on our art classes for teens, view the class descriptions.

Current Classes

Middle/High School Visual Arts

Teen Darkroom Photography (B)[26SU]
07/27/26 - 07/31/26, 1:30PM - 4:00PM | MO, TU, WE, TH, FR
Ages 13 to 16 | Ann Dean | Lawrence Arts Center
Class is Full - contact about waitlist | 26CYTLP7
Members $175 | Non-Members $175
Learn the basics of 35mm photography, including composition, camera mechanics, film development and darkroom printing. Film, chemicals, and paper provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own 35mm film camera or one can be provided by request.
Digital Animation[26SU]
07/27/26 - 07/31/26, 9:30AM - 12:00PM | MO, TU, WE, TH, FR
Ages 13 to 16 | Yekyoung Kim | Lawrence Arts Center
Class is Full - contact about waitlist | 26CYTLA9
Members $175 | Non-Members $175
Learn the fundamentals of digital animation using Photoshop tools and tricks. We'll spend time sketching character designs, storyboarding, and learn about traditional animation techniques to bring our drawings to life.
Design It, Sew It, Squish It![26SU]
07/27/26 - 07/31/26, 1:30PM - 4:00PM | MO, TU, WE, TH, FR
Ages 13 to 16 | Traci Bunkers | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | 26CYTFP9
Members $175 | Non-Members $175
In this fun, hands-on class, teens will design their own soft-sculpture plushies inspired by Squishmallows. We’ll draw ideas, create simple patterns, then cut, sew (by hand and machine), and stuff our creations into one-of-a-kind, super-squishy friends.
Graphic Novels[26SU]
08/3/26 - 08/7/26, 1:30PM - 4:00PM | MO, TU, WE, TH, FR
Ages 13 to 16 | Erika Kjorlie-Geery | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | 26CYTDP10
Members $175 | Non-Members $175
Learn to draw and write your own graphic novel.
Alternative Sun Printed Photography[26SU]
08/3/26 - 08/7/26, 9:30AM - 12:00PM | MO, TU, WE, TH, FR
Ages 13 to 16 | Sydni William | Lawrence Arts Center
Enrolling Now | 26CYTLP10
Members $175 | Non-Members $175
Learn how to create experimental, alternative process prints using sunlight, found objects and plants! We’ll take a playful approach to making and altering lumen prints, phytograms, and cyanotypes indoors and outdoors over the course of this camp.
Teen Darkroom Photography[26FA]
09/23/26 - 11/11/26, 4:00PM - 5:30PM | WE
Ages 13 to 18 | Ann Dean | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FYTL13
Members $220 | Non-Members $220
Learn the basics of 35mm photography, including composition, camera mechanics, film development and darkroom printing. Film, chemicals, and paper provided. Students are encouraged to bring their own 35mm film camera or one can be provided by request.
Teen Oil Painting[26FA]
10/20/26 - 11/24/26, 4:00PM - 6:00PM | TU
Ages 13 to 18 | Katie Alldritt | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FYTP12B
Members $175 | Non-Members $175
Gain confidence with oil painting as you learn to control a brush and palette knife to create layers of abstract color and render accurate still-life studies.
Teen Watercolor[26FA]
09/8/26 - 10/13/26, 4:00PM - 6:00PM | TU
Ages 13 to 18 | Katie Alldritt | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FYTP12A
Members $175 | Non-Members $175
Explore the world of water-media as you learn to control watercolors, ink, and gouache to create painterly pictures full of color.
Teen Ceramics Surface Design[26FA]
10/20/26 - 11/24/26, 4:00PM - 6:00PM | TU
Ages 13 to 18 | Maeve Hilgers | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FYTC12B
Members $175 | Non-Members $175
Ceramics class geared towards surface design and decoration using underglazes and slips. Learn about carving and glazing techniques, and how to use paper templates for designs. Could be for hand-building or throwing or both.
Teen Wheel Throwing[26FA]
09/8/26 - 10/13/26, 4:00PM - 6:00PM | TU
Ages 13 to 18 | Maeve Hilgers | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FYTC12A
Members $175 | Non-Members $175
This camp will introduce students to the skills to create a pot on the wheel as we practice creating functional forms. When not on the wheel, students will have the opportunity to explore hand-building techniques to create small objects and sculptures.
Teen Digital Arts: 2D Animation[26FA]
10/26/26 - 11/30/26, 4:00PM - 6:30PM | MO
Ages 13 to 18 | Yekyoung Kim | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FYTX11B
Members $160 | Non-Members $160
Learn the fundamentals of 2D digital animation using Procreate on the iPad! We'll spend time sketching, designing, storyboarding, and learn about traditional animation techniques to make our drawings move. Create a GIF of a character to show off!
Teen Digital Arts: Character Design[26FA]
09/14/26 - 10/19/26, 4:00PM - 6:30PM | MO
Ages 13 to 18 | Yekyoung Kim | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FYTX11A
Members $160 | Non-Members $160
Develop your own illustration style while creating digital drawings inspired by your favorite book, movie, comics, etc. We’ll learn to use Procreate on the iPad to make original stylized character designs.
Youth Digital Arts: Comics and Zines[26FA]
09/12/26 - 10/17/26, 10:00AM - 11:30AM | SA
Ages 9 to 12 | Yekyoung Kim | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FYGX16A
Members $130 | Non-Members $130
Learn the basics of digital art on the iPad to create your own original comics! Format your own comics and zines to show to friends and family! Take home a class comic book at the end.

Teen Artist Co-Op

Teen Artist Co-Op (B)[26FA]
10/26/26 - 11/30/26, 4:30PM - 6:30PM | MO
Ages 13 to 16 | Sydni William | Lawrence Arts Center
N/A | 26FYTX11B
Members $175 | Non-Members $175
This open studio opportunity empowers students to explore their creativity, experiment, build their portfolio, and gain experience in producing artworks for sale. Each session includes a check-in to share ideas and open ended guidance. Artists involved in this co-op are invited to have their work featured in our showcases next to the front desk at the Arts Center & will receive the proceeds of any art sales.

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Submit Your Artwork
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Make Art Part of Their Daily Life

Interested in enrolling in an arts class in Lawrence? We have financial aid available to those who need it to ensure classes are accessible to everyone.

Art is for Everyone

Making Art Accessible to All

Lawrence Arts Center is here to ensure anyone—of any age and any background—can connect with a supportive community and flex their creative muscles. With contemporary exhibitions, performances, and an array of music education classes for adults and kids, everyone will find something that’s right for them.

Our primary state-of-the-art facility at 940 New Hampshire St. features classrooms, studios, theatres, and more. To further support the community, we also have a space for classes and rehearsal at 10th & Mass Studios.

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Why Should You Consider Art Classes for Teens?