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**Please note: the price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group. **
*A parent or caregiver must accompany the child to each class meeting. Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.*Little artists and their grown-up buddies will dive into a world of color, texture, and imagination! Together, they?ll explore painting with brushes, fingers, and even unconventional tools. Through hands-on painting and sensory play, children will strengthen their fine motor skills, building the hand strength and coordination that support later writing and scissor use. Each session is full of creative expression, joyful discovery, and playful experimentation?helping little ones grow in confidence while making colorful memories together.All supplies are provided.*A parent or caregiver must accompany the child to each class meeting. Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.* Learn more...
Please note: Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.Explore art from different cultures in a fun, hands-on studio experience! This family-friendly class invites participants to learn about diverse places and artistic styles while creating their own art projects. Together, families will discover new techniques, celebrate creativity, and gain a deeper appreciation for cultures from around the world.All supplies are provided. Learn more...
* Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.* Join us for a shared art experience in the clay studio! Come create, connect, and get your hands dirty?together! In this family-friendly class, children and their grown-ups will explore the joy of clay together through playful, collaborative projects designed to strengthen bonds and spark creativity. Each week, you?ll learn handbuilding techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab construction while working side by side to shape your clay creations. As you discover how clay connects?piece to piece?you'll also deepen your family connections through shared discovery, problem-solving, and creative expression. No prior clay experience needed?just a willingness to play, explore, and grow together! All supplies are provided for youth & teen classes. * Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.* Learn more...
*A parent or caregiver must accompany the child to each class meeting. Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.*Once upon a squishy, splashy afternoon, little explorers and their favorite grown-up buddies set off on a colorful adventure! Together, they?ll swirl, squish, and splatter through a world of sensory play and messy art?from finger painting to shaving cream and more. Every giggle and painted handprint becomes part of the story as we mix imagination with a dash of wonder. No need for fancy wands here?just curious hands, open minds, and clothes that don?t mind a bit of mess!All supplies are provided.*A parent or caregiver must accompany the child to each class meeting. Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.* Learn more...
Get ready for a fun, hands-on family experience in this one-time Valentine?s class where you?ll work together to create your very own love-themed gnomes! In this workshop, children (ages 4?10) and their adult companions will use clay to handbuild whimsical Valentine?s gnome characters. These sweet creations make perfect Valentine?s decorations or heartfelt handmade gifts. All materials are provided. Students will pick from one of our 4 glaze options to be glazed and fired by our technician after the class. Work can be picked up 3 weeks after the MITI session at our Guest Services Desk. Please Note: Price is per participant, and each family member must be registered. Each family group must consist of at least one child (ages 4-10) and one adult (age 18 and up). Learn more...
*Price is per person. Each group must include at least one adult. Please register all participating family members.*Join us for a fun-filled art adventure where kids and their grown-ups team up to explore creativity through STEAM-inspired challenges! Each class features hands-on projects that blend art with science, technology, engineering, and math?like building sculptures, exploring patterns, and experimenting with color and texture. Families will also enjoy interactive art games and friendly competitions designed to spark imagination and teamwork. All supplies are provided?just bring your creativity! *Price is per person. Each group must include at least one adult. Please register all participating family members.* Learn more...
Gather the family and embark on a creative journey with our one-time workshop for collaborative landscape painting! Perfect for families with children aged 8 and up, this workshop offers an opportunity to work together to create a shared masterpiece. Guided by an experienced instructor, participants will learn essential painting techniques and tips for designing harmonious winter landscape scenes, including color blending, layering, and composition.Each family will collaborate, combining ideas and artistic styles to produce a unique landscape painting that reflects their collective creativity. This workshop is an excellent way to strengthen bonds, encourage teamwork, and celebrate artistic expression within the family.All necessary materials will be provided, and no prior painting experience is needed. You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one Adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
Create a winter wonderland using pastels and watercolor! Families will explore the beauty of snowflakes up close, learn how salt can add texture and sparkle to watercolor, and design their own mixed-media snowflake masterpieces to take home.You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
Celebrate creativity and connection in this one-time family art class! Learn a variety of watercolor techniques to create a series of mini heart paintings, then turn them into a festive garland perfect for Valentine?s Day decorating or gift-giving.You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
Join us for a fun and hands-on wheel throwing experience! Unlike our other family classes where participants collaborate on a single project, in this class, each person will create their own unique pottery piece. Try different techniques in a supportive environment and be prepared to get messy!Students will pick from one of our 4 glaze options to be glazed and fired by our technician after the class. Work can be picked up 3 weeks after the MITI session at our Guest Services Desk.Please Note: Price is per participant, and each family member must be registered.Each family group must consist of at least one child (ages 10-17) and one adult (age 18 and up). Learn more...
Explore the mesmerizing art of paper marbling in this fun, collaborative family class! Work together to swirl and pour colorful paints, creating beautiful one-of-a-kind patterns to imprint on paper. Each family will leave with a collection of marbled masterpieces?perfect for turning into handmade Valentine?s cards or heartfelt decorations.Drying time is required, work will be picked up at a later date.You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
Create a beautiful set of nesting heart-shaped pinch pots together as a family! Each participant will craft their own clay pot using the pinch pot technique, shaping it into a heart. This hands-on project is perfect for all skill levels, and when finished, the pots nest together to form a one-of-a-kind family keepsake to treasure for years to come.Students will pick from one of our 4 glaze options to be glazed and fired by our technician after the class. Work can be picked up 3 weeks after the MITI session at our Guest Services Desk. Please Note: Price is per participant, and each family member must be registered. Each family group must consist of at least one child (ages 4-10) and one adult (age 18 and up). Learn more...
Discover the wonders of fluid art at the Indy Art Center! We'll talk about color theory and the origins of this fun art form, then we'll enjoy the spontaneity of pouring paint. Each family will have the opportunity to create multiple works of art in just one evening! Drying time is required, work will be picked up at a later date. You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
Unleash your creativity in this hands-on family art experience! Kids and adults will explore color, texture, and shape as they create their own abstract masterpieces. Guided techniques encourage self-expression while leaving plenty of room for imagination and fun. Every family group goes home with a unique work of art to display and enjoy!You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
Create together in this fun, family-friendly clay workshop! In this class, adults and children will work side by side to hand-build their own decorative clay baskets using basic pottery techniques. Once complete, you?ll add your own creative touches with patterns and decorative details. Perfect for all skill levels ? come enjoy quality time, get your hands muddy, and make a beautiful keepsake to treasure!All materials are provided. Students will pick from one of our 4 glaze options to be glazed and fired by our technician after the class. Work can be picked up 3 weeks after the MITI session at our Guest Services Desk. Please Note: Price is per participant, and each family member must be registered. Each family group must consist of at least one child (ages 4-10) and one adult (age 18 and up). Learn more...
Get creative with color and texture as you design your own beads using clay! In this fun, hands-on class, kids and adults will roll, shape, and decorate unique beads to turn into jewelry or keychains. Guided by a teaching artist, families will explore patterns, color mixing, and creative design. You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
*A parent or caregiver must accompany the child to each class meeting. Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.*Once upon a squishy, splashy morning, little explorers and their favorite grown-up buddies set off on a colorful adventure! Together, they?ll swirl, squish, and splatter through a world of sensory play and messy art?from finger painting to shaving cream and more. Every giggle and painted handprint becomes part of the story as we mix imagination with a dash of wonder. No need for fancy wands here?just curious hands, open minds, and clothes that don?t mind a bit of mess!All supplies are provided.*A parent or caregiver must accompany the child to each class meeting. Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.* Learn more...
* Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.* Join us for a shared art experience in the clay studio! Come create, connect, and get your hands dirty?together! In this family-friendly class, children and their grown-ups will explore the joy of clay together through playful, collaborative projects designed to strengthen bonds and spark creativity. Each week, you?ll learn handbuilding techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab construction while working side by side to shape your clay creations. As you discover how clay connects?piece to piece?you'll also deepen your family connections through shared discovery, problem-solving, and creative expression. No prior clay experience needed?just a willingness to play, explore, and grow together! All supplies are provided for youth & teen classes.* Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.* Learn more...
Please note: Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.In this hands-on family class, kids and adults will celebrate the joy of paint through fun, process-focused projects. Each session introduces different movements and styles from art history while encouraging experimentation with color, texture, and technique. This class celebrates creativity, self-expression, and teamwork in a playful, supportive studio environment.All supplies are provided. Learn more...
**Listed price is per each individual member of your family group. Family groups must include at least one adult. We appreciate you registering all members of your family group.**Join us for a fun and creative family experience in the studio, where you'll dive into the exciting world of abstract art! This family-focused class encourages exploration, creativity, and skill-building through engaging, hands-on lessons and dynamic presentations that introduce you to the fascinating techniques of abstract expression.Each session will focus on one collaborative art project for the entire family to work on together, allowing everyone to contribute their unique ideas and creative energy. Whether you're painting, experimenting with shapes, or using mixed media, you?ll have the chance to learn and create as a family.All supplies are provided.**Listed price is per each individual member of your family group. Family groups must include at least one adult. We appreciate you registering all members of your family group.** Learn more...
**Listed price is per each individual member of your family group. Family groups must include at least one adult. We appreciate you registering all members of your family group.**Embark on a creative journey through the ages! Each week, families will explore a different period in art history, learning about influential artists and their techniques. Together, you?ll create original works inspired by the art and innovation of each era.All supplies are provided.**Listed price is per each individual member of your family group. Family groups must include at least one adult. We appreciate you registering all members of your family group.** Learn more...
*A parent or caregiver must accompany the child to each class meeting. Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.*Little artists and their grown-up buddies will dive into a world of creativity, construction, and collaboration! Together, we?ll make art with LEGO Duplos, blocks, recycled materials, and more?experimenting with colors, shapes, and textures along the way. Each week, will feature sensory bins that invite hands-on discovery while exploring the big ideas of architecture, construction, design, and more in a playful, age-appropriate way. From tiny towers to colorful creations, this class celebrates imagination, teamwork, and the joy of building something wonderful side by side.All supplies are provided.*A parent or caregiver must accompany the child to each class meeting. Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.* Learn more...
Celebrate the chill of winter with some icy art fun! In this hands-on family class, kids and adults will paint using frozen watercolor ?ice cubes? to create frosty, colorful masterpieces. As the ice melts and glides across the paper, families will explore color mixing, texture, and the magic of art and science. A cool, creative way to celebrate the season?perfect for little artists who love to explore!You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
Discover the art and science behind Pointillism! In this colorful, hands-on class, families will explore how tiny dots of color can trick the eye into blending shades and creating vibrant images. Inspired by artists like Georges Seurat, kids and adults will experiment with paint and pattern to make their own dazzling dot-filled masterpieces. A fun blend of art, color theory, and optical illusion?perfect for curious young artists and their grown-ups!You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
Come explore the art of pottery in a fun, hands-on experience! In this one time class, kids aged 6-10 (with an adult) will get to explore the process of wheel throwing.This class offers a fun opportunity to explore and play with clay on the wheel, with a teaching artist on hand to guide and assist each participant throughout the process. There will be no firing or take-home project?it's all about enjoying the creative process and learning through hands-on experience. Whether it's your first time or you're returning to the wheel, no previous experience is needed?just bring your creativity and enthusiasm!Please Note: Price is per participant, and each family member must be registered.Each family group must consist of at least one child (ages 6-10) and one adult (age 18 and up). Learn more...
Bring your imagination to life through cartoons! In this fun, one-time family class, kids and adults will learn explore the basics of cartooning. With step-by-step guidance from a teaching artist, families will experiment with shapes, expressions, and color to design their own cartoon creations. You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
In this hands-on family class, participants will explore the colorful, iconic style of Wayne Thiebaud while creating their own painted pies inspired by his artwork?and real-life pie! Families will learn fun painting techniques to make vibrant, mouthwatering masterpieces. At the end of class, everyone gets to enjoy a sweet treat by tasting their pie subjects. A playful, creative, and delicious way to celebrate both art and math together!Please note any food allergies during registration. You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
Looking for a fun and creative project to make together? In this hands-on class, children and their adult companions will use simple slab techniques to build and decorate their own ceramic wall pocket?perfect for holding flowers, pencils, or other treasures. This charming project also makes a heartfelt, one-of-a-kind gift for Mom just in time for Mother?s Day! Add textures and small sculpted details to make your creation truly special.All materials are provided. Students will pick from one of our 4 glaze options to be glazed and fired by our technician after the class. Work can be picked up 3 weeks after the MITI session at our Guest Services Desk. Please Note: Price is per participant, and each family member must be registered. Each family group must consist of at least one child (ages 4-10) and one adult (age 18 and up). Learn more...
Gather the family and embark on a creative journey with our one-time workshop for collaborative landscape painting! Perfect for families with children and teens aged 8 and up, this workshop offers an opportunity to work together to create a shared masterpiece. Guided by an experienced instructor, participants will learn essential painting techniques and tips for designing vibrant spring landscape scenes, including color blending, layering, and composition.Each family will collaborate, combining ideas and artistic styles to produce a unique landscape painting that reflects their collective creativity. This workshop is an excellent way to strengthen bonds, encourage teamwork, and celebrate artistic expression within the family.All necessary materials will be provided, and no prior painting experience is needed. You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one Adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
Celebrate the colors of spring in this fun, hands-on watercolor class! Children and their grown-ups will explore painting techniques, experiment with vibrant spring hues, and create beautiful seasonal artwork together. Perfect for beginners and little artists, this class encourages creativity, exploration, and quality family time.You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
Create a special keepsake together in this hands-on family project! Children and their adult companions will use clay slabs to cut out hand shapes and layer them to form a unique hand bowl. Each family member contributes to the design, making a collaborative piece you can take home and treasure. This charming project also makes a heartfelt, one-of-a-kind gift for Mom or Grandma just in time for Mother?s Day! All materials are provided.Students will pick from one of our 4 glaze options to be glazed and fired by our technician after the class. Work can be picked up 3 weeks after the MITI session at our Guest Services Desk. Please Note:Price is per participant, and each family member must be registered. Each family group must consist of at least one child (ages 4-10) and one adult (age 18 and up). Learn more...
Bring color and creativity to life in this hands-on pastel drawing class for families! Families will explore soft pastels to create vibrant, expressive artwork while learning basic techniques for blending, shading, and layering. Guided by a teaching artist, this one-time class encourages creativity, self-expression, and quality family time.You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one Adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
* Price is per participant and applies to both chidren and adults. At least one adult or is required per group.* Join us for a shared art experience in the clay studio! Come create, connect, and get your hands dirty together. In this inclusive, family-friendly class, children (ages 8+), teens, and adults join with a family member or caregiver to explore the joy of clay through playful, collaborative projects. The class welcomes neurotypical participants as well as participants with disabilities, and offers adaptive elements when needed to support a wide range of learners; while remaining a shared, community-centered art experience for all. Each week, participants learn handbuilding techniques such as pinching, coiling, and slab construction while working side by side to shape their clay creations. As you discover how clay connects, you?ll also deepen family connections through shared discovery, problem-solving, and creative expression. No prior clay experience is needed; just a willingness to play, explore, and grow together. All supplies are provided. * Price is per participant and applies to both children and adults. At least one adult is required per group.* Learn more...
Discover the wonders of fluid art at the Indy Art Center! We'll talk about color theory and the origins of this fun art form, then we'll enjoy the spontaneity of pouring paint. Each family will have the opportunity to create multiple works of art in just one night! Drying time is required, work will be picked up at a later date. You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
Discover the magic of gel printing in this hands-on, creative workshop for kids and adults! Explore colorful layers, textures, and patterns as you make unique prints using simple gel printing techniques. Guided by a teaching artist, participants will experiment with shapes, colors, and designs to create one-of-a-kind artwork. You must register all members of your group. Price listed is per an individual. Each group must include one adult. All materials are provided. Learn more...
Create your own custom clay planter in this hands-on, family-friendly workshop! Using clay slab techniques, family groups will work together to build and decorate a planter. Perfect for displaying flowers, herbs, or small plants, this project is fun, creative, and great for all skill levels. All materials are provided. Students will pick from one of our 4 glaze options to be glazed and fired by our technician after the class. Work can be picked up 3 weeks after the MITI session at our Guest Services Desk. Please Note: Price is per participant, and each family member must be registered. Each family group must consist of at least one child (ages 8-17) and one adult (age 18 and up). Learn more...
