Beginner to Intermediate Clay Sculpting for Kids and Teens 6–18
Learn conditioning, shaping, sculpting, and finishing techniques with Polymer Clay and Air-Dry Clay.
Why Choose Our Sculpting Classes?
Our sculpting classes inspire creativity while teaching essential clay modeling techniques in a fun, supportive environment. Students receive personalized guidance, build confidence, and create unique projects they’re proud to display. Perfect for beginners and experienced young artists alike.
Aligned with National Core Arts Standards (NCAS):
Creating (VA:Cr1–Cr3): Generate ideas, develop techniques, and complete original sculptures Presenting( VA:Pr4): Share finished artwork through photos (optional) Responding (VA:Re7): Observe and apply visual details from character reference. Connecting( VA:Cn10): Connect personal interests (fantasy stories) to art-making.
We Are Approved as a State-Level ESA Provider!
Many of our live classes are available on Outschool, so families can use membership credits and ESA funding where eligible.
Beginner to Intermediate Clay Sculpting for Ages 6–18
Our live online classes are taught by experienced instructors in real time, allowing students to ask questions, receive personalized feedback, and interact with fellow young artists as they create.
We offer both small-group classes and private one-on-one lessons. Small-group classes provide a fun, social learning environment where students can share ideas, see each other’s creations, and enjoy learning alongside peers. Keeping class sizes small allows instructors to give individual attention while maintaining an engaging and supportive atmosphere.
For learners who prefer personalized instruction, private classes offer one-on-one guidance tailored to the student’s interests, skill level, and learning pace. These sessions provide maximum instructor support and flexibility, making them ideal for beginners, advanced learners, or students with specific project goals.
Whether learning in a small group or through private lessons, students receive step-by-step instruction, encouragement, and the opportunity to develop their artistic skills in a welcoming online environment.
Gingerbread Dragon
Both of my kids had an absolutely delightful time creating their own gingerbread dragons to decorate their bookshelves for Christmas. Such a fabulous teacher with clever ideas.
Mallory W.
Parent
Gemstone Dragons
This is an awesome class, that my child has been doing for years. The kids make fun dragons and creatures, but they also socialize, and help each other, with Miss Lori’s guidance.
Build Confident Writers Through Imagination, Structure & Storytelling
Our creative writing classes for kids and teens help young writers turn their ideas into powerful stories. Through guided prompts, discussion, and hands-on writing time, students build confidence in storytelling while strengthening essential language arts skills.
These classes are ideal for homeschoolers, enrichment learners, reluctant writers, and passionate storytellers alike. Neurodiverse friendly classes. ADHD, Anxiety, Autism
What Students Learn in Our Creative Writing Classes
✔ Story structure (beginning, middle, end) ✔ Character development & motivation ✔ Worldbuilding & setting ✔ Dialogue that sounds natural ✔ Descriptive language & sensory details ✔ Revising and editing techniques ✔ Sharing work and giving supportive feedback
Students explore multiple genres, including:
Fantasy & Mythology
Horror & Mystery
Science Fiction
Realistic Fiction
Poetry & Short Stories
Age-Appropriate Writing Classes for Every Level
✏️ Creative Writing for Kids (Ages 8–12)
Fun, guided prompts
Short stories and creative exercises
Focus on imagination, sentence building, and confidence
✏️ Creative Writing for Teens (Ages 12–18)
Deeper storytelling and genre study
Plot arcs, symbolism, and theme
Peer discussion and revision skills
Portfolio-ready writing pieces
Why Parents Choose These Writing Classes
✔ Small group instruction ✔ Encouraging, low-pressure environment ✔ Supports ELA, Common Core & homeschool learning goals ✔ Builds critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills ✔ Great for ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, and anxious learners
No prior writing experience required.
Class Format & Options
Weekly ongoing creative writing clubs
Stand-alone themed classes
Short story workshops
Genre-focused writing series
Online or homeschool-friendly formats
Students write during class and may continue working between sessions.
Love stories, fantasy, or making up worlds? Join our weekly writing club to create characters, build worlds, and write awesome stories! Each week brings new prompts, genres, and fun ways to grow as a writer.
Love stories, fantasy, or making up worlds? Join our weekly writing club to create characters, build worlds, and write awesome stories! Each week brings new prompts, genres, and fun ways to grow as a writer.
Create your own portal fantasy! Design a magical world, quirky creatures, and a main character who’s transported to a new realm. Learn plot, setting, and character arcs through fun writing prompts and creative games.
Teen Thriller Writing Club: Creepy Stories & Scary Tales – SummerLive Online Class
Write a New Scary Story Weekly! In this ongoing teen thriller writing club, students use creepy prompts and storytelling skills to craft spooky tales. Build creative writing confidence in a fun, supportive class led by a published author.
Turn ideas into stage-ready scripts! In this 8-week playwriting course, teens create dynamic characters, build conflict, write monologues, draft a 10-minute play, and complete a revised mini-play ready for a recorded reading.
A creative writing journey for aspiring writers! Write a complete short story in 6 weeks while learning plot, characters, genre, dialogue, and editing in a supportive, engaging class—perfect for beginners, homeschoolers, and young authors.
A 22-week writing course blending core ELA skills with creative writing, storytelling, and imagination. Students build plots, characters, and confidence through fun prompts, peer sharing, and guided feedback. Two 22-week sessions per year.
A 22-week writing course blending core ELA skills with creative writing, storytelling, and imagination. Students build plots, characters, and confidence through fun prompts, peer sharing, and guided feedback. Two 22-week sessions per year.
A 22-week writing course blending core ELA skills with creative writing, storytelling, and imagination. Students build plots, characters, and confidence through fun prompts, peer sharing, and guided feedback. Two 22-week sessions per year.
Fashion Design ClassesFor ages 9-13 | Start your fashion design journey with this self-paced class! Learn fashion design from an FIT alum in this Asynchronous course! Students develop sketching, concept-building, and design skills while creating original looks and collections. Perfect for beginners and aspiring designers ready to explore.
Fashion Design ClassesFor ages 14-18 | Start your fashion design journey with this self-paced class! Learn fashion design from an FIT alum in this Asynchronous course! Students develop sketching, concept-building, and design skills while creating original looks and collections. Perfect for beginners and aspiring designers ready to explore.
✨ Calling all Beginner Fashion Designers! ✨ In this ongoing club, students learn fashion sketching, key design terms, and outfit creation while designing dresses, pants, shoes, and more. Perfect for young creatives who love style and art.
In this self-paced fashion design course, students create accessory designs including hats, jewelry, scarves, belts, shoes, and bags. Learners develop themed collections while building visual arts skills aligned with the National Core Arts. Asynchronous to fit your schedule.
In this live 1:1 fashion design class, an FIT-trained NYC designer teaches personalized lessons—fashion sketching, illustration, textiles, construction basics, trend research, and creative design projects tailored to your learner’s goals.
Beginner Dress Sketching to learn folds and flow of fabric. Perfect for both traditional drawing and digital art. Finish the lessons with a beautiful summer dress illustration! Asynchronous to fit your schedule!
Learn digital drawing, illustration, character design, and creative techniques from beginner to intermediate levels.
Why Choose Our Digital Art Classes?
Our digital art classes help kids and teens develop creative and technical skills while learning to draw, paint, design, and animate using digital tools. With engaging projects, expert instruction, and personalized support, students build confidence and bring their ideas to life in a fun online learning environment.
Aligned with National Core Arts Standards (NCAS):
Creating: Develop and refine digital artworks Presenting: Share and organize digital art Responding: Reflect on artistic choices Connecting: Relate digital art to personal interests.
We Are Approved as a State-Level ESA Provider!
Many of our live classes are available on Outschool, so families can use membership credits and ESA funding where eligible.
Our Digital Arts Procreate classes for Kids offer step-by-step guidance to help you master the art of digital illustration, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist. Learn essential techniques like sketching, shading, and coloring to bring your creative visions to life. If you’re passionate about anime drawing, our lessons cover character design, expressive features, and dynamic poses to help you create stunning anime-style artwork. With expert instruction, hands-on practice, and personalized feedback, you’ll gain confidence in your digital art journey. Unlock your potential and start creating today!
Intro to Flip A Clip
Ava is loving your class. She is finding animation exciting. Her goal is to create games some day. Thank you.
Ruth B.
Parent
1:1 Procreate & Dreams
Excellent teacher, my daughter loves these clases very much, she is 8 but started at 7yo.
Our drawing classes for kids and teens teach foundational sketching techniques across various art styles, from beginner to intermediate levels. Students learn step-by-step drawing skills including line work, shading, proportion, and creative expression using traditional materials.
Students will:
Apply basic and intermediate sketching techniques
Experiment with multiple drawing styles
Develop observational drawing skills
Use line, value, and form to create finished drawings
Build a personal sketchbook practice
Aligned with National Core Arts Standards (NCAS):
Creating: Generate and develop artistic ideas
Presenting: Develop and refine artistic work
Responding: Reflect on artistic choices
Connecting: Relate art skills to personal experiences
In this drawing class, students explore core art fundamentals including figure drawing, perspective, color theory, and composition. Weekly themes rotate, allowing artists to join anytime while building skills
Learn to sketch Lions, Tigers, Panthers & Lynx/Bobcats! Step-by-step guides, audio, & video lessons make it easy to master big cat art. Perfect for beginners also! Start creating stunning wildlife art today. #Sketching #BigCats #ArtLessons
A weekly art class where students learn realistic drawing through themed lessons—landscapes, people, animals, plants, and architecture. Builds shading, perspective, observation, and technique. Supportive, beginner-friendly, and structured.
Unleash your creativity in this self-paced step by step art course where you’ll learn to sketch 4 dragon heads inspired by the unique traits of the Wings of Fire characters. Winter, Clay, Glory, Tsunami. Two different sets available. This is not affiliated with Wings of Fire, but it is perfect for students who love fantasy dragon books.
Unleash your creativity in this self-paced step by step art course where you’ll learn to sketch 4 dragon heads inspired by the unique traits of Wings of Fire characters. Cricket, Blue, Oasis, and Clearsight. Two different sets available. This is not affiliated with Wings of Fire, but it is perfect for students who love fantasy dragon books.
Learn to create fantasy maps for stories, D&D, and games! Each week covers new topics like coastlines, mountains, forests, color, and geography. No experience needed. #DND #D&D #DungeonsAndDragons
Master Demon Slayer art in this self-paced course! Learn to sketch inspirations based on Nezuko, Tanjiro, Inosuke, Zenitsu, Kyojuro, Giyu, and more with step-by-step lessons. Share your work, use templates, and enjoy bonus content. Start your anime art journey!
Learn to draw 8 adorable Kawaii Chibi characters in animal pajamas with cute pets! This self-paced class offers step-by-step sketching and drawing lessons, perfect for all skill levels. Create charming Chibi art with easy-to-follow guides!
Learn to sketch 14 iconic Sailor Moon inspired characters in their transformation costumes with this self-paced anime drawing course! Follow step-by-step lessons with anime-style techniques. Don’t forget the Magical Cats! #SailorMoon #Anime
Learn to draw My Hero Academia inspired Anime favorites—Todoroki, Uraraka, Momo & more! Sketching, shading, and coloring techniques, including a contact style sheet of Izuku, Shoto, Tsuyu, Katsuki, Ochako, and Eijiro. Let’s go Plus Ultra! #Anime
Learn to draw expressive anime faces in this fun 1-week digital art workshop! Students will explore proportions, emotions, and hairstyles using Procreate on iPad. Perfect for beginners who want to level up their character-drawing skills. Digital Arts for Kids.
An Intermediate level creative weekly club for anime and anthro fans! Draw characters, animals, and hybrids, try new styles, and share your artwork while connecting with other young artists.
Love dragons? In this beginner-friendly drawing class, kids will learn to draw dragons step by step, inspired by How to Train Your Dragon favorites like Toothless, Light Fury, Grump, Stormfly, Barf & Belch, and more! Add your creative flair
For intermediate to advanced artists ready to level up. Create original characters, improve drawing skills, and learn new techniques. Ideal for fans of anime, anthropomorphic art, cosplay design, and original characters (OCs).
Learn to draw 5 My Hero Academia inspired characters in cute Chibi form! Step-by-step lessons on Shoto, Izuku, Dabi, Bakugou, and All Might. Perfect for beginners and anime fans alike!
Master sketching Dragons and Mythical Creatures! Learn the proportions for Winged Dragons, Chinese Dragons, Gargoyles, and detailed Dragon heads. Perfect shapes, scales, teeth, tails, and add your personal touch with color! Drawing Classes and Sketching Techniques Across Various Art Styles for kids and teens, from beginner to intermediate
Discover your Astrological Sign reimagined as a Dragon! In this class, we’ll sketch Hybrid Dragons for Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius & Capricorn. Series #1 & #2 cover other signs. Unleash your celestial creature’s form, flair, and power!
Discover your Astrological Sign reimagined as a Dragon! In this class, we’ll sketch Hybrid Dragons for Aquarius, Pisces, Aries & Taurus. Series #2 & #3 cover other signs. Unleash your celestial creature’s form, flair, and power!
Discover your Astrological Sign reimagined as a Dragon! In this class, we’ll sketch Hybrid Dragons for Gemini, Cancer, Leo & Virgo. Series #1 & #3 cover other signs. Unleash your celestial creature’s form, flair, and power!
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) blends creativity with critical thinking to help learners understand how the world works—and how to shape it. By integrating art and design with technical skills, STEAM encourages problem-solving, innovation, collaboration, and imagination. Students don’t just learn concepts; they apply them through hands-on projects that build confidence, curiosity, and real-world skills.
Our fantasy dragon art classes for kids and teens combine drawing, painting, clay sculpting, and animation into imaginative, skill-building lessons. Students explore fantasy art while learning foundational and intermediate techniques through step-by-step dragon-themed projects.
Unleash your creativity with dragon-themed classes designed for artists of all levels! Whether you love drawing, illustration, polymer clay sculpting, or air-dry clay sculpting, we have the perfect course for you.
What Dragon Themed Classes Do We Offer?:
🔥 Dragon Drawing & Illustration – Learn to sketch, shade, and color dragons, inspired by Wings of Fire creatures to mythical gargoyles. 🔥 Polymer & Air-Dry Clay Sculpting – Create stunning 3D dragon sculptures with expert guidance. 🔥 Social & Live Classes – Connect with fellow dragon enthusiasts in live or asynchronous sessions.
Perfect for fans of fantasy art, inspired by Wings of Fire, and mythical creatures! Join our engaging social classes or learn at your own pace.
Fantasy Dragon Drawing & Illustration
Learn anatomy, wings, expressions, and dynamic poses used in fantasy dragon art.
Fantasy Dragon Painting
Use color, mood, and texture to create epic fantasy-style dragons.
Fantasy Dragon Clay Sculpting
Build 3D dragons using structure, balance, and form.
Fantasy Dragon Animation
Animate dragon movement using beginner-friendly animation principles.
*Aligned with National Core Arts Standards:
Creating: Develop original fantasy artworks
Presenting: Complete and share finished dragon art
Responding: Reflect on artistic decisions
Connecting: Connect fantasy art to storytelling and imagination
Master sketching Dragons and Mythical Creatures! Learn the proportions for Winged Dragons, Chinese Dragons, Gargoyles, and detailed Dragon heads. Perfect shapes, scales, teeth, tails, and add your personal touch with color! #DragonArt
Discover your Astrological Sign reimagined as a Dragon! In this class, we’ll sketch Hybrid Dragons for Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius & Capricorn. Series #1 & #2 cover other signs. Unleash your celestial creature’s form, flair, and power! #DragonArt #FantasyDragonArt
Discover your Astrological Sign reimagined as a Dragon! In this class, we’ll sketch Hybrid Dragons for Aquarius, Pisces, Aries & Taurus. Series #2 & #3 cover other signs. Unleash your celestial creature’s form, flair, and power!#DragonArt
Discover your Astrological Sign reimagined as a Dragon! In this class, we’ll sketch Hybrid Dragons for Gemini, Cancer, Leo & Virgo. Series #1 & #3 cover other signs. Unleash your celestial creature’s form, flair, and power!#DragonArt
Love dragons? In this beginner-friendly drawing class, kids will learn to draw dragons step by step, inspired by How to Train Your Dragon favorites like Toothless, Light Fury, Grump, Stormfly, Barf & Belch, and more! Add your creative flair
Do you dream of bringing your dragon sketches to life? In this fun, beginner-friendly and engaging animation class, students will learn the fundamentals of animation using Procreate Dreams on iPad—while animating their very own dragons! Live online classes!
Join a vibrant community of role-players, fan writers, and OC creators who love dragons & mythical creatures! Explore inspirations based on Wings of Fire, Percy Jackson, Warrior Cats, Greek & Norse Mythology & more. Share your art, stories & knowledge with fans!
Master Dragon Sculpting in this self-paced course! Create 4 unique Polymer Clay dragons: Sleeping Dragon (Beginner), Standing Dragon, Water Elemental, and Gemstone Dragon. Perfect for all skill levels! Step-by-step guided instruction. Asynchronous to fit your schedule.
This is HALLOWEEN! Sculpt a spooky Jack Skellington-inspired Skull Dragon in this fun clay art class! Perfect for fans of The Nightmare Before Christmas. Some clay experience recommended. Asynchronous to fit your schedule. #Dragons #JackSkellington
In this weekly creative art and social club, students explore myths, legends, and cryptids from around the world. Learners draw, sculpt, paint, or design mythical creatures, share ideas, and build creativity through storytelling and art. Live online classes!
In this weekly art and social club, students explore gemstones and minerals while creating dragon-inspired art. Learners sculpt, draw, paint, or design fantasy dragons as they build creativity, visual literacy, and social connection.
Learn step-by-step polymer clay sculpting in this self-paced course! Create 2 dragon styles, a wizard, magical wand, and dragon’s egg. Perfect for beginners to intermediate learners to explore fantasy art and build hands-on creative skills. Asynchronous to fit your schedule.
Boost your sculpting skills in this Level 2 Dragon Sculpting Class! Create stunning mythical creatures with polymer clay—add wings, horns, spikes. Perfect for sculpting enthusiasts and Dragon lovers! Your Magical Mythical Creation awaits!
Love dragons? Ready to bring one to life with your own hands? Join this beginner-friendly sculpting class where we’ll create a whimsical dragon out of polymer clay—step by step! Perfect for first-time sculptors and dragon enthusiasts. Self Paced.
Step-by-step sculpting fun for Wings of Fire fans! In this self-paced class, learners sculpt dragons inspired by—Sunny, Clay, Glory, Starflight, and Tsunami—while building foundational sculpting skills. Collect more dragons in Sets 2 & 3! This is not affiliated with Wings of Fire, but it is perfect for students who love fantasy dragon books.
Step-by-step sculpting fun for Wings of Fire fans! In this self-paced class, learners sculpt dragons inspired by— Winter, Turtle, Kinkajou, Peril, and Moonwatcher—while building foundational sculpting skills. This is not affiliated with Wings of Fire, but it is perfect for students who love fantasy dragon books.
Step-by-step sculpting fun for Wings of Fire fans! In this self-paced class, learners sculpt dragons inspired by— Cricket, Sundew, Luna, Blue, and Queen Snowfall—while building foundational sculpting skills. This is not affiliated with Wings of Fire, but it is perfect for students who love fantasy dragon books.
Learn sculpting techniques while creating a character inspired by Darkstalker from Wings of Fire Legends! Students build a wire armature, sculpt, and paint their finished dragon in this self-paced course to fit your schedule. This is not affiliated with Wings of Fire, but it is perfect for students who love fantasy dragon books.
Explore dragons and unusual mythical creatures from cultures worldwide! Discuss legends, symbolism, and stories, and optionally create your own art or writing in any medium. Each week is a new magical adventure. Jump in at any week.
Create Gingy the Gingerbread Dragon! Learn step-by-step sculpting techniques as we roll, cut, and shape this adorable guardian of gingerbread houses. Personalize your dragon using your favorite clay and colors! Seasonal. Fantasy 3D Dragon Art Classes for Kids and Teens #Dragons #Christmas #Winter
Weekly sculpting club inspired by Wings of Fire fans! Students create the Dragon of the Week while practicing sculpting skills, discussing characters, and building creativity. No experience needed—just clay, imagination, and a love of dragons! This is not affiliated with Wings of Fire, but it is perfect for students who love fantasy dragon books.
Unleash your creativity in this self-paced step by step art course where you’ll learn to sketch 4 dragon heads inspired by the unique traits of the Wings of Fire characters. Winter, Clay, Glory, Tsunami. Two different sets available. This is not affiliated with Wings of Fire, but it is perfect for students who love fantasy dragon books.
Unleash your creativity in this self-paced step by step art course where you’ll learn to sketch 4 dragon heads inspired by the unique traits of Wings of Fire characters. Cricket, Blue, Oasis, and Clearsight. Two different sets available. This is not affiliated with Wings of Fire, but it is perfect for students who love fantasy dragon books.
Learn to create hand-drawn fantasy maps for stories, D&D, and games! Each week covers new topics like coastlines, mountains, forests, color, and geography. No experience needed—just bring your imagination and art supplies!
