Hands-On Artistic Expression
At the Y, Visual Arts are a powerful way to connect with learning, emotions, and well-being. Whether with a pencil, paintbrush, or a camera, students of all ages are invited to explore their imaginations, build confidence, and find their artistic voice. Over time, participants develop new ways of seeing and expressing the world around them.
Explore Visual Arts
Painting
Learn foundational techniques in watercolor and acrylic. Boost creativity and express big ideas through brush, color, and composition.
Drawing
Sharpen observation skills and practice line, shading, and form while bringing ideas to life on paper.
Mixed Media
Build a visual vocabulary and explore the seven elements of art by combining materials in new and exciting ways.
Digital Arts
A virtual experience for aspiring designers, builders, and storytellers. Explore creative technology that challenges and excites.
Photography
Capture the world through a new lens. Learn to shoot, edit, and turn your photos into compelling digital art.
Connecting through Creativity
In every Y art class, creativity is a doorway to deeper connection. Art becomes a shared experience, fostering collaboration, curiosity, and a sense of community. Visual Arts support fine motor skill development, decision-making, and social-emotional learning, all while sparking joy.
Course by Age Groups
Available programming varies by Community Center location.
Parent/Child (Ages 2-5)
- Parent/Child Art
Preschool (Ages 3-5)
- Preschool Art
School Age (Ages 6-18)
- Animation
- Digital Art
- Mixed Media
- Painting
- Photography
- Artist Workshops
Adult (Ages 15+)
- Adult Painting
Why Visual Arts at the Y?
Support Whole Brain Development
Art enhances focus, memory, and problem-solving, benefiting kids and adults for life.
Strengthen Emotional Well-Being
Creative expression helps you process emotions, reduce stress, and build confidence.
Bring Imagination to Life
From paper to screen to clay, every project invites Y artists to explore, take risks, and tell their story.
Useful Information
Your class fee covers the tools and supplies so emerging artists can focus on learning and creating art.
- Please bring an apron or over-sized t-shirt for students to wear, however, we always recommend wearing clothes that you don't mind getting messy in.
- Short sleeves are preferred or a shirt that easily rolls up and stays above the elbows.
Please remember:
- Everyone is an artist.
- Demonstrate caring by using only kind words.
- Be respectful of others by keeping your hands to yourself.
- Take responsibility for arriving to class on time, for listening first, and staying engaged throughout the class.
- Be brave, be honest, keep practicing, try your best, and stick with it.
- Have fun!
Explore Visual Arts