How to Choose the Right Art Class for Your Child
- stephaniehillmande
- Jul 17
- 2 min read
When it comes to helping your child explore their creativity, enrolling them in an art class can be a powerful way to build confidence, focus, and self-expression. But how do you know which class is the right fit?
At Art Haus in Salt Lake City, we offer a variety of art classes for children - ranging from painting and drawing to clay and mixed media. Here are a few tips to help you choose the right art class for your child.
1. Consider Your Child’s Age and Developmental Stage
Younger children (ages 5-7) thrive in process-based art experiences where the focus is on exploration, not perfection. Look for classes that encourage experimentation and use fun materials—think painting, clay play, and collage.
Older children (ages 8–13) are often ready for more structure. They may enjoy focused instruction in drawing, painting, or pottery with room for creativity but also some guidance in techniques.
2. Understand Their Interests
Does your child love getting their hands messy? A kids’ pottery class might be perfect. Are they constantly doodling characters or animals? A drawing or cartooning class could fuel that passion. Let their natural curiosity guide you.
3. Look for Small Children's Art Class Sizes
Smaller class sizes mean more individual attention. This is especially important for shy kids or beginners. At Art Haus, we keep our children’s classes small to ensure every child gets guidance and encouragement.
4. Check the Instructor’s Experience with Kids
Not all artists are educators. Look for instructors who specialize in teaching children and who create a warm, patient, and supportive environment.
5. Try a Short Session or One-Time Workshop First
If you’re unsure how your child will respond, start with a one-day workshop or short series. This gives them a chance to explore without pressure and helps you assess if it's the right fit. At Art Haus, we offer one time parent/child workshops that are great introductory classes. We also offer a Try It Out session for children, if you aren't sure if it's a good fit, contact our office and request your first class session for free!
Final Thoughts for your Child's Art Class
The best art class will nurture your child’s imagination, grow their confidence, and allow them to express themselves freely. Whether it’s their first time picking up a paintbrush or they’re ready to dive into pottery, we’d love to welcome your young artist to Art Haus.
Explore our kids art and pottery classes here:
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