Which Art Class is Right for My Child?

7/7/2025

At Orange Easel, we believe every child is an artist—but not every artist thrives in the same environment or has the same goals. That’s why we offer a wide variety of art classes tailored to different interests, skill levels, and learning styles.

The biggest difference between the two:
Multimedia classes make a project with a different media every month. Drawing classes tackle a different lesson every WEEK and do all their work in a sketchbook or portfolio folder.

Whether your child is a hands-on maker, an aspiring illustrator, or a curious beginner, we have a class that fits! Here’s a breakdown of our core offerings to help you find the perfect fit:

Multimedia Classes: For the Creators, Explorers, and Makers

Does your child love experimenting with new materials? Do they enjoy ALL the art projects...cutting and gluing, painting, weaving, sculpting, etc.

Multimedia classes explore a wide range of materials and techniques including painting, sculpture, printmaking, collage, clay, fiber arts, and more. These classes are all about creativity, process, and playful exploration.

Great for kids who...

Love variety and trying new things
Don't mind a little bit of mess (or really like it)
Are energized by open-ended projects
Like to invent their own ideas and compositions

We emphasize process-over-product, giving kids the confidence to take risks and make art that’s uniquely their own.

Learn more about Multimedia Classes

Drawing Classes: For the Thinkers, Sketchers, and Visual Storytellers

Drawing classes at Orange Easel are perfect for kids who want to develop their technical skills and build confidence with line, shape, shading, and composition. In our drawing classes, we work in sketchbook and tackle different lesson each week. Finished art in not the objective...just the workout!

We offer three levels of drawing classes—each one tailored to your child’s age and experience:

➤ Drawing 101 (Ages 6–9)
Introductory skills like line drawing, basic shapes, shading, and simple forms while exploring different drawing tools and mark-making skills.

➤ Drawing 102 (Ages 9–12)
Intermediate work with proportion, perspective, and composition. Realism and stylization introduced.

➤ Drawing 103 (Ages 13+)
Advanced drawing projects that explore original characters, storytelling, observation, and developing a personal style.

Great for kids who...

Love sketching or doodling
Want to improve their technical drawing skills
Are interested in cartooning, animation, or realism
Enjoy focused, detailed work

Learn more about Drawing Classes

Can’t Decide? You Don’t Have To!

Some of our most passionate artists take both a multimedia and a drawing class each semester.In fact, we offer a 25% discount when you do!

The combination builds strong technical skills and keeps the creative spirit alive through exploration.

Make the Comparison

At Orange Easel, we offer two core art class types—Multimedia and Drawing—each with its own unique focus and creative experience.

Not sure which one is the best fit for your young artist? This side-by-side comparison can help you decide!

Still Not Sure?

That’s okay! We’re happy to help guide you. Our team is available to answer questions or even offer placement advice before registration opens.

Want help picking the right class?
We're happy to do individual assessments...send us an email [email protected] to set it up!