Youth & Teen Community Art Classes in NYC

Art Courses for Youth and Teens in the Lower East Side!

Current Offerings:  

  • Pottery: Young Artists
  • Youth: Comics and Cartoons
  • Youth: Drawing
  • Youth: Painting
  • Teen: Ceramics
  • Teen: Drawing
  • Teen: Portfolio Development

Classes feature:

  • Materials, like clay, tools, and glaze, are included in tuition for ceramics courses.
  • Open Studio is not available for youth and teen ceramic courses.
  • During the school year, no youth and teen courses when NYCDOE public schools are closed.

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Winter registration is open. To learn more, email art@mannycantor.org or call (646) 395-4264. SIGN UP FOR OUR MAILING LIST TO RECEIVE REGISTRATION UPDATES AND REMINDERS.

YOUTH AND TEEN CLASSES

Winter 2026 Classes

Youth: Pottery

Dates: Tuesdays, 1/6/26 to 3/17/26
Time: 4 pm – 6 pm
Location: 197 East Broadway
Age: 8 to 13 years
Cost: $435.00

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Students will explore the foundational art of clay through handbuilding techniques and glazing, to not only create their own clay masterpieces but also delve into the art of pottery.

No Class Dates: 2/17/26

Instructor: Doreen Baskin

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Teen: Ceramics

Dates: Wednesdays, 1/7/26 to 3/18/26
Time: 4 pm – 6 pm
Location: 197 East Broadway
Age: 14 to 18 years
Cost: $435.00

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Teens ages 14–18 will learn handbuilding and wheelthrowing ceramics techniques such as pinch, coil, slab, wedging, centering, trimming, and glazing to create bowls, cups, vases, and other vessels with individualized construction.

No Class Dates: 2/18/26

Instructor: Christina Coutavas

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Youth: Drawing

Dates: Wednesdays, 1/7/26 to 3/18/26
Time: 4 pm – 6 pm
Location: 197 East Broadway
Age: 8 to 13 years
Cost: $435.00

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Young artists will develop foundational drawing skills from direct observation with an emphasis on space, volume, linear and free-hand perspective, and other basic techniques and concepts.

No Class Dates: 2/18/26

Instructor: Gregory Renaud

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Youth: Pottery

Dates: Thursdays, 1/8/26 to 3/19/26
Time: 4 pm – 6 pm
Location: 197 East Broadway
Age: 8 to 13 years
Cost: $435.00

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Students will explore the foundational art of clay through handbuilding techniques and glazing, to not only create their own clay masterpieces but also delve into the art of pottery.

No Class Dates: 2/19/26

Instructor: Doreen Baskin

REGISTER HERE

Youth: Comics and Cartoons

Dates: Thursdays, 1/8/26 to 1/29/26
Time: 4 pm – 6 pm
Location: 197 East Broadway
Age: 8 to 13 years
Cost: $205.00

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Students will learn the fundamentals of comics and cartoons, from narrative building and drawing to combining imagery and text for creating graphic novels.

No Class Dates:

Instructor: Gregory Renaud

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Youth: Painting

Dates: Fridays, 1/9/26 to 2/6/26
Time: 4 pm – 6 pm
Location: 197 East Broadway
Age: 8 to 13 years
Cost: $260.00

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In this painting class, young artists will learn acrylic fundamentals such as color mixing, textures, blending, and more, while receiving personalized instruction to grow their skills.

No Class Dates: 

Instructor: TBD

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Teen: Screen Printing

Dates: Tuesdays, 2/10/26 to 3/17/26
Time: 4 pm – 6 pm
Location: 197 East Broadway
Age: 13 to 17 years
Cost: $260.00

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Teens ages 13–17 will learn how to screen print in this hands-on workshop made just for teens
No Class Dates: 2/17/26
Instructor: John Andrews
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Youth: Portfolio Development

Dates: Thursdays, 2/12/26 to 3/19/26
Time: 4 pm – 6 pm
Location: 197 East Broadway
Age: 11 to 13 years
Cost: $260.00

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In this interactive class, young artists will explore drawing, painting, and sculpture while building confidence, mastering techniques, and beginning a strong portfolio for High School applications.
No Class Dates: 2/19/26
Instructor: TBD
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Winter Intensive 2026

Winter Recess 2026: Youth Arts Intensive

Dates: February 17 – February 20
Time: 9 am – 3 pm
Location: 197 East Broadway
Age: 8 to 11 years
Cost: $580.00

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This winter break, young artists can join this week-long program, where students will explore various media like clay, paint, and drawing, while learning about different artistic traditions. With small class sizes and personalized instruction, each child receives individual attention in a supportive environment. Whether they’re beginners or seasoned creators, this program promises a fun and inspiring artistic journey!
No Class Dates:
Instructor: TBD
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EA Art School is committed to providing opportunities for education in the arts to all who seek it! Scholarships are available for those students who are income-eligible. Click here to fill out our scholarship inquiry form. A representative from the Art School will reach out when a seat becomes available.