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Kids Get Creative at the Lighthouse ArtCenter

Newly renovated school of art offers in-person art classes

By Lighthouse ArtCenter December 3, 2020

The Lighthouse ArtCenter (LAC) offers in-person youth classes at their newly renovated School of Art for ages five through eighteen. Upcoming eight-week sessions run in winter (January 4 - February 27, 2021) and spring (March 1 - April 24, 2021). Classes range from introductory through advanced for students preparing for Bak, Dreyfoos School of the Arts, or an undergraduate college art program. Children of teachers, first responders, doctors, nurses, and hospital workers will receive a 15% scholarship discount. COVID-19 safety precautions are in place and include sanitation procedures, limited class sizes, required masks, and a Community Commitment Agreement.

“We are so excited to see our young artists again! We offer a variety of in-person youth classes for all ages in a fun, nurturing, and safe community environment where kids can get creative, and be social,” says Director of Education, Maria Tritico.

Winter Session: January 4-February 27, 2021 (8 weeks)

Mondays

Youth Draw and Paint Ages 9-12
This course provides an in-depth introduction to drawing and painting materials, allowing students to create in their own style, at their own developmental level. Mediums used are pencils, charcoal, pastels, chalk pastels, colored pencil, markers, crayons, tempera, and acrylic paints. A great experience for young artists with their eyes on Bak.

  • For children ages 9-12
  • Instructor: Theresa Miles
  • Mondays, 4:30-6:30 pm
  • Location: Winter and Spring Sessions - 2D Studio-Studio A

Art School Prep
Designed for both middle school and high school students, this course provides challenging, advanced techniques in drawing and painting. This course is exceptional for young artists wishing to hone their skills for admission to Dreyfoos School of the Arts or an undergraduate college art program.

  • For students ages 12-18
  • Instructor: Randall Scott
  • Mondays, 6-8 pm
  • Location: Winter and Spring Sessions - 2D Studio-Studio B

Tuesdays

Youth Draw and Paint Ages 5-8
This course provides an in-depth introduction to drawing and painting materials, allowing students to create in their own style, at their own developmental level. Mediums used are pencils, charcoal, pastels, chalk pastels, colored pencil, markers, crayons, tempera, and acrylic paints. A great experience for young artists with their eyes on Bak.

  • For children ages 5-8
  • Instructor: Theresa Miles
  • Tuesdays, 4:30-6:30 pm
  • Location: Winter and Spring Sessions - 2D Studio-Studio A

Wednesdays

Art for the Homeschooled
Students will learn the foundations of world cultures and history while exploring various media and real-world skills. Peer review, self-evaluation, the growth mindset, and VTS (Visual Thinking Strategies) from Harvard's Project Zero will be utilized in the lessons. Self-expression and storytelling will be formed through understandings of art concepts and mastery of tool use.

  • For students ages 8-15
  • Instructor: Danica Papali
  • Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 am
  • Location: Winter and Spring Sessions - 2D Studio-Studio A

Thursdays

Kids' Clay
Students learn hand-building ceramic techniques, focusing on various hand building, glazing, and firing methods.

  • For students ages 7 and up
  • Instructor: Jeni Licata
  • Thursdays, 4:30-6:30 pm
  • Location: Winter and Spring Sessions - 3D Studio-Studio E

The Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery and 2D Studio is located at 373 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Florida (561) 746-3101.

The Lighthouse ArtCenter 3D Studio is located at 395 Seabrook Road, Tequesta, Florida (561) 748-8737.

Studio 385 is located at 385 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Florida (561) 748-8737.