Home School Programs

Our homeschool programs are designed to provide an enriching, educational, arts-focused opportunity for children. We encourage learners to explore their curiosities, while experimenting with a wide range of processes, and developing new skills. Experienced art educators facilitate each session, in a studio environment, with a focus on constructive, hands-on learning.

To register, click on the highlighted program or visit the registration page.

The cost is $125 when you are registering only one child, or for one class.

The cost is $115 when you are registering more than one child, or for multiple classes.

MONDAYS:

Art Explorers Homeschool:

Get ready for an art-filled adventure! In these classes, young artists will explore the colorful world of creativity through fun, hands-on projects. From painting and drawing to sculpting and collage-making, each class is designed to spark imagination and build artistic skills in a playful way. Kids will learn to express themselves, experiment with different materials, and discover the joy of making art — all while having a blast with new friends. Every class is a chance to explore, create, and bring their wildest ideas to life!

Recommended age range: 5- 8 years

Time: 12:00-1:00PM

Dates: Mondays: 11/3/25, 11/10/25, 11/17/25, 12/1/25, 12/8/25, 12/15/25 **no class on 11/24/25**

Instructor: Melissa Olson


TUESDAYS:

Art Inventors Homeschool:

Ready to unleash your creativity? In this Process-Based Art class, you’ll dive into the exciting world of art where the journey is just as important as the final piece! Forget about “perfect” — here, it’s all about experimenting, exploring, and having fun with materials, techniques, and your imagination!

Recommended age range: 8-11 years

Time: 11:00AM-12:00PM

Dates: Tuesdays:11/4/25, 11/11/25, 11/18/25, 12/2/25, 12/9/25, 12/16/25 **no class on 11/25/25**

Instructor: Mary Neiswonger

 

WEDNESDAYS:

Studio Art for Tweens (Homeschool):

This class is a great opportunity for emerging artists! We will explore a variety of subject matter, techniques and mediums. Participants will engage in drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed-media projects in a supportive studio environment. It is the perfect class for those who want to push themselves artistically and make friends who love art!

Recommended age range: 9-13years

Time: 11:00AM-12:15PM

Dates: Wednesdays: 11/5/25, 11/12/25, 11/19/25, 12/3/25, 12/10/25, 12/17/25 no class on 11/26/25

Instructor: TBA



THURSDAYS

2D Digital Illustration Homeschool:

Unleash your creativity and bring your imagination to life on a digital canvas! In this fun, hands-on class, kids will learn the basics of digital illustration using kid-friendly drawing software. We’ll explore how to sketch, color, and add special effects using tools like layers, brushes, and textures — all while creating cool characters, animals, and scenes from their imagination.

Open to ages: 10+

Thursdays: 11/6/25, 11/13/25, 11/20/25, 12/4/25, 12/11/25, 12/18/25 no class on 11/27/25

Time: 11:00-12:15pm

Instructor: Melissa Olson




FRIDAYS:



SATURDAYS:

Saturday Morning Makers:

Join your friends at Art Center every Saturday, from 9:30 am to 10:30 am for our Saturday Morning Makers! This is a relaxed art experience for young artists. We provide a wide variety of materials and a different theme each week for inspiration. All you need to do is show up and have fun creating!

Recommended age range: 5-10 years

Time: 9:30-10:30am

Dates: Saturdays:11/8/25, 11/15/25, 11/22/25, 12/6/25, 12/13/25, 12/20/25 **no class on 11/29/25**

Instructor: Melissa Olson






Payment and Refund Policy:

  • Studio classes usually must have a minimum of 5 participants in order to run as scheduled. A full refund will be given if a class is cancelled.

  • Full payment for programs, workshops, clubs, group lessons, and events are expected to be made to Art Center of Rochester LLC prior to the start date.

  • Participants will not be considered registered until all of the necessary paperwork and payments have been made.

  • Registration and supply fees are non-refundable.

  • Refunds will be granted, in full, up to one week before the program start date.

  • A 50% refund will be granted throughout the week before, and up to the day before, the program start date.

  • After the start date, we will not offer refunds for any programs or events.