“Involvement in the arts is associated with gains in math, reading, cognitive ability, critical thinking, and verbal skill. Arts learning can also improve motivation, concentration, confidence, and teamwork.”
- Fran Smith, Why Arts Education Is Crucial, and Who's Doing It Best.
Main Office Location:
CREATIVE ARTS25 Woburn Street
(inside the 1st Cong. Church, enter via Sanborn St or via the Town Hall parking lot)
Reading, MA 01867
Driving Directions
Art Classes - Fall 2015
Join us this Fall for tons of fun and creativity! Fall Programs include:
- Music Classes for Ages 6mo-Adults (click this link)
- Theatre Classes for Ages 4-18 (click this link)
- Adult Classes & Workshops (click this link)
- Private Music Lessons for NEW students (click this link)
NOTE: Prices below are the check/cash tuition rates. When you move to the registration screen it will list the credit card prices (approx. $5-$15 more per class). To save on credit card fees and pay the check/cash rates simply download the registration form and mail it in with your payment or bring it to the office. Do NOT use the "Register Now" button below if you are going to pay by check. The "Register Now" button below can only be used for online registrations that use a credit card and are processed through PayPal.
Important Directions for Registration: Yes, you can register for more than one class and/or for a sibling using the same "register now" link below. Once you hit the button, complete the info, and make your first selection, you'll scroll down to the end of the list and hit the "add" button to add another individual workshop or add a sibling.
Pint Sized Picasso’s - Ages 4-7 - REGISTRATION CLOSED, call for more info
Children will explore their creativity with hands-on art activities. Participants will find inspiration through children’s books and art history.
Dates: 9 Mondays, Oct 5-Dec 7 (No class Oct 12)
Time: 3:30-4:15pm; $150/$140sibling
*NEW* Mini Mixed Media - Ages 4-7
Children will explore their creativity with hands-on art activities. Participants will find inspiration through children’s books and art history.
Dates: 10 Tuesdays, Oct 6-Dec 8
Time: 3:30-4:15pm; $155/$145sibling
Clay Mania - Ages 5-7
Get your hands messy with this fun filled pottery class! Learn to create exciting clay forms with basic methods of hand building. Make a variety of bowls, containers, and sculptural art pieces.
Dates: 9 Fridays, Oct 9-Dec 11 (No class Nov 27)
Time: 3:30-4:30pm; $165/$155sibling
Instructor: Laura Root
Crazy Cartooning - Ages 7-12 - REGISTRATION CLOSED, call for more info
Have fun sketching out your cartoons, learning about facial expressions, how to create movement, storyboards & more before creating your final cartoon.
Dates: 9 Thursdays, Oct 8-Dec 10 (No class Nov 26)
Time: 3:30-4:30pm; $160/$150sibling
Minecraft - Ages 7-12 - REGISTRATION CLOSED, call for more info
Love Minecraft? Then this class is for you! Create the Minecraft world and characters using mixed media. Where will your imagination take you? What new invention will you think up? You’ll be able to stretch your imagination, sketch your invention ideas, and then execute your ideas!
Dates: 9 Thursdays, Oct 8-Dec 10 (No class Nov 26)
Time: 4:30-5:30pm, $160/$150sibling
Instructor: Laura Root
*NEW* Family Art Fun! - Ages 6-12 (with adult participation) - REGISTRATION CLOSED, call for more info
Here is an opportunity for families to come together and celebrate their love for art and creativity! In this class, parents/caregivers and kids will enjoy spending time together collaborating and creating mixed media art projects. This class will include painting, printmaking, collage and more!
Dates: 9 Mondays, Oct 5-Dec 7 (No class Oct 12)
Time: 5:30-6:30pm; $160 per family
Instructor: Laura Root
Painting Studio: Mixed Media - Ages 7-10
Break free from the traditional painting techniques and explore new art forms with mixed media. You’ll sharpen your painting skills while mixing in new techniques using collage papers, pastels, crayons, sand, and more. All skill levels welcome!
Dates: 10 Tuesdays, Oct 6-Dec 8
Time: 4:30-5:30pm; $170/$160sibling
Instructor: Laura Root
NEW! Dinosaur Mania - Ages 7-12 - REGISTRATION CLOSED, call for more info
Love dinosaurs? Then this is a class for you! Use your favorite prehistoric creatures as inspiration to explore new mediums. Learn to draw dinosaurs, paint textures, make masks, and build sculptures. Let your imagination run wild.
Dates: 9 Mondays, Oct 5-Dec 7 (No class Oct 12)
Time: 4:30-5:30pm; $160/$150sibling
Instructor: Laura Root
Pottery - Ages 8-14
Get your hands messy with this fun filled pottery class! Learn to create exciting clay forms with basic methods of hand building: coiling, pinching, and slab work. Make a variety of bowls, dishes, containers, and sculptural art pieces.
Dates: 9 Fridays, Oct 9-Dec 11 (No class Nov 27)
Time: 4:30-6:00pm; $190/$180sibling
Instructor: Laura Root
Drawing & Painting Studio - Ages 10-16 - REGISTRATION CLOSED, call for more info
Hone your skills and expand ideas and methods through the practice and study of drawing & painting. Try new media and techniques while finding inspiration from various historical art practices. All skill levels welcome!
Dates: 10 Tuesdays, Oct 6-Dec 8
Time: 5:30-6:45pm; $180/$170sibling
Instructor: Laura Root
ADULTS (Students 17+ may take adult courses. Seniors 65+ may take a 10% Senior Discount)
*NEW* Setting Aside the Inner Critic - Adults
In this course we will touch on many ways of self-expression for life enrichment and stress reduction. Come explore the arts, meditation and community with a goal of setting aside our inner critic and gaining deeper self-knowledge and happiness through creating visual storyboards, journaling,and sharing experiences. Great for those who have always wanted to explore the arts or are at a life transition. Laura will create a safe and welcoming space for us!
Dates: 9 Mondays, Oct 5-Dec 7 (No class Oct 12)
Time: 12-1:30pm; $120
Instructor: Laura Burgess
*NEW* 2-D Art Studio - Adults - REGISTRATION CLOSED, call for more info
Want to learn to draw or paint? Have you always wanted to pick up a brush or pencil but never found the time? Or do you simply need somewhere to create your art? Then this 2-D Art Studio is for you! Professional Artist Dennis Hart will teach/direct those new to art and help in critiquing those who want to self-direct. All levels will enjoy the supportive, creative environment.
Dates: 9 Mondays, Oct 5-Dec 7 (No class Oct 12)
Time: 7-8:30pm; $160
Instructor: Dennis Hart
SPECIAL WORKSHOPS:
Art Party! - Ages 3-10
Drop the kids off for a morning of art fun! Let us entertain them while you run errands, finish your holiday shopping, or just have a little time to yourself. NOTE: All children must be potty trained.
Saturday, Dec 19, 11:30am-2:30pm; $25/$20sibling (includes pizza!)
Tuition Notes:
Save on tuition rates by paying with check/cash using the rates above. Online registration includes the credit card fees. Payment options, including financial aid, available.