Art is a great way for kids to express themselves and let their imaginations run wild. Spark your child’s creativity with a visit to an art studio or class where they can draw, paint or just experiment with different colors and shapes. Purple Hippo Art Studio is an especially kid-friendly place with open studio hours for kids to simply create, as well as a few structured classes. Many other art schools and studios also offer their services to kids throughout the city – some even offer open studio time on a limited basis.

Whether you opt for a class or just some on-your-own art time, your kids will have a blast getting messy with their own creations that can make great holiday gifts for friends and family. Check out the masterpiece-making shop nearest you for some family fun.

Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all details directly with the companies before planning your visit.

Spruill Center for the Arts
Vinings School of Art

East Atlanta

 2 Crafty Chicks
www.twocraftychicks.com
1549 Clairmont Rd., Ste. 105, Decatur
404-216-5574.

Open studio: Mon. 3 p.m.-5 p.m. $15/2 hour session for ages 4 and up.
Classes:
4-week sessions; each Thursday, 4-5:30 p.m. $100/session.
What’s Cool:
At “Moments with Mommy,” children ages 2-5 can enjoy stories, songs, art and more. Tues. 10-11 a.m., 1-2 p.m.; Wed. 10 -11 a.m. $7/child; free for moms.
 

 ART Station
www.artstation.org
5384 Manor Dr., Stone Mountain
770-469-1105.

Classes: New sessions begin in late January. Mon. or Tues. Ages 5 and up. $60-$135/ 8-week session.
What’s Cool:
Saturdays Camps for Kids. $100/4-week session. 3 hours each Saturday.
 

 Color Wheel After School Art Studio
www.colorwheelgeorgia.com
112 Church St., Decatur
404-377-9800

Open studio: 3 p.m.-6:30 p.m. $154/month for 2 days a week or $385/month for 5 days a week. Ages 5-11.
Morning hours:
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Offered Mon., Wed., Fri. for $310/month. Ages 3-5.
What’s Cool:
New Saturday Clay Classes. 10 a.m.-noon. $96/4-week session.

Gwinnett

 Anita’s ArtsCool
www.anitasartscool.com
179-D Moreno St., Buford
678-230-4937

Open studio: hours vary by class schedule.
Classes:
$70-$90/4 week session. Ages 7 and up. Mon., Wed., Thur., Sat. 1-2 hours. New sessions begin Nov. 3 and Nov. 5.
What’s Cool:
An 8-week class on Japanese Manga cartooning. $180.

North Atlanta

 The Art School in Sandy Springs
www.theartschoolinsandysprings.com
5197 Roswell Rd., Atlanta
678-755-1079

Open studio: Drop-in classes if space allows. $35/ 3-hour class. Call ahead to inquire.
Classes: $200/8-week session. Ages 7-adult.
What’s Cool: Watercolor–How to Understand Color is a one-day workshop about paint characteristics for students with a basic knowledge of watercolor.
 

 Purple Hippo Art Studio
www.purplehippoartstudio.com
5517 Chamblee-Dunwoody Rd., Dunwoody
770-730-0605

Open studio: Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. noon-6 p.m. $13/2-hour session. Ages 2 and up.
Classes: $180/10 sessions.
What’s Cool: Mommy and Me classes are offered every week for toddlers ages 2-4.
 

 Spruill Center for the Arts
www.spruillarts.org
5339 Chamblee-Dunwoody Rd., Atlanta
770-394-3447

Open studio: Available to enrolled students only.
Classes: New session begins in January. $125/ 6-week session. Ages 2 and up.
What’s Cool: Saturday classes have something for everyone from ages 2-16 including paints, ceramics and sculpting.
 

 You Gotta Have Art
www.yougottahaveart-studio.com
1499 S. Main St., Ste. 500, Alpharetta
770-667-9337

Classes: Available for all ages, from beginners to advanced. Classes start at $85/6-week session.
What’s Cool: One-day weekend workshops start at $45 and are offered to children as young as 5. Register one week ahead.

Cobb

 The Art Place
www.theartplace.us
3330 Sandy Plains Rd., Marietta
770-509-2700

Open studio: Only available to those enrolled in a class.
Classes: Fall classes already in session. 1-2 week workshops in November include Mommy & Me Holiday, $30; Holiday House Workshop, $27; Christmas Ornament for Child and Parent, $23.
What’s Cool: A Christmas Tree begins on Nov. 30, 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m. The two-week session costs $40 for children ages 3 and up.
 

 Vinings School of Art
www.viningsschoolofart.com
1675 Cumberland Pkwy., Ste. 102, Smyrna
678-213-4278

Open studio: Drop-in available, $15/hour. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call ahead for drop-in.
Classes: Pottery, drawing, sculpting, and painting classes offered for all ages. Classes are continuous so register anytime. Classes cost $50/4 sessions.
What’s Cool: Make 3-D sculptures from scratch (no kits here), paint it, and take it home.

Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all details directly with the companies before planning your visit.

 

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