Mini Masterpieces
Mini Masterpieces (ages 5-17) are weekly creative classes, where young artists experiment with different materials, discover inspiring classical artists and develop confidence through creative expression.
Classical art can have a profound and lasting impact on kids’ cognitive, emotional, and social development. Combined with classical music playing in the background, the brain absorbs, interprets, and organizes new information more effectively. In addition to discussing classical artists and the stories behind many of their works, we familiarize the kids with the names of the musical pieces they’re listening to as well.
In the periphery, we reference a few lines of some of the greatest poetry written, encouraging kids to rhyme some fun lines of their own - this engages the brain on another creative level and offers a road less traveled in teaching kids to love drawing.
Our mixed age setting, with a maximum of only 5 students, allows children to explore a topic at their own pace and level with the benefit of developing their own social competencies, enabling younger students to access more challenging approaches and older students develop a sense of mentorship.
By the end of the year, each student has built a personal gallery of their own work, and not only artistic skills, but also communication, critical thinking and problem-solving skills and emotional intelligence.
Mini Midday Atelier
A creative pause in your day. Step away from the demands of your day and reconnect with your creativity. Our lunchtime art sessions offer a stimulating and restorative experience where you can explore art, develop new skills, and enjoy an hour of creative expression in an inspiring environment.
Refresh your mind. Refine your eye.
Mini Maison
the design hour
Immerse yourself in the art of interior design and the art of thoughtful living, guided by an experienced architectural and interior designer.
In this personalized intensive, you will develop the concept for your own Mini Maison—exploring space planning, proportion, color, materials, furniture, lighting, and styling while learning how professional designers bring an interior together.
From the initial inspiration to the final details, you will explore a cohesive design concept for one room of your choice, that reflects your personality, lifestyle, and aesthetic.
An opportunity to spend five hours learning directly from a designer—and to see your own creative vision take shape.
About the Studio
Our instructors are multidisciplinary artists and award-winning designers. They are educated in architecture, product design, and diverse art media, including: Oil Painting, Watercolor, Charcoal, Woodcarving, Sculpting, and Bronze Casting. They are experienced in mentoring youth — from Chicago Public Schools to teaching in private middle and high schools. They bring a thoughtful and refined approach to the studio that nurtures each student's unique artistic talent.