Teen Creative Mastery Lab: Story, Motion & Self-Expression (Teens12–16 yrs)

CLASS VIBE
This introspective, imaginative, expressive art class is reflective yet supportive. Expect gentle guidance, creative freedom, and opportunities to explore emotions, ideals, and personal symbolism in a safe, judgment-free environment.

This introspective, imaginative, and expressive studio experience is reflective yet supportive. Students receive gentle guidance while maintaining creative freedom as they explore storytelling, identity, and personal symbolism through both animation and traditional art practices.

Under the creative oversight of Melissa Klos & Diana Solomon, students are introduced to professional artistic thinking while developing confidence, technical skills, and creative voice in a safe, judgment-free environment.

Expect curiosity, experimentation, collaboration, and meaningful creative discovery

WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE
– Symbolic self-portrait creation blending fantasy and reality
– Journaling prompts to explore emotions and personal values
– Expressive drawing with pencils, colored pencils, and pens
– Use of imaginative and dream-like motifs to externalize feelings
– A finished artwork that visually represents your inner world

Who This Is For:

– Teens interested in art, design, architecture, fashion, animation, or creative careers
– Homeschool students seeking structured enrichment
– Students who need a focused after-school environment
– Teens building early portfolios

THE FOCUS
This program supports self-awareness, emotional processing, and meaningful expression by connecting imagination and emotions into symbolic and fantasy-inspired artwork.

CLASS DETAILS
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Guided Expressive Art Class
Medium: Drawing, Fantasy Illustration, Journaling
Materials: Sketchbook, pencils, colored pencils, pens, paint (provided)
Skill Level: Beginner-Intermediate