YOUTH ART

Phoenix Center for the Arts offers visual arts classes for youth, age 6 to 18. Students will be able to grow their artistic skills in a variety of classes. Art classes are available for youth at both the Downtown and North Phoenix campuses. Oil painting, pencil drawing, anime and manga drawing, and more are available throughout the year.

Note: Click the “Sign Up” button at the bottom of a class description to register through the Center’s Mindbody registration platform. A Mindbody account is required to register for classes at the Center. Questions about registration or financial aid? Call (602) 254-3100 or email frontdesk@phoenixcenterforthearts.org to speak to a Patron Services Associate.

Prior to arriving for in-person classes, students are required to digitally sign our Student Agreement.

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Fun with Stained Glass Painting

Date: June 26, 2025 3:00 pm - July 17, 2025 5:00 pm

Location: Phoenix Center For The Arts

Available Slots: 9/9

Registration ends 2 weeks prior to class beginning. Student or Guardian must bring ID to first class.

Instructor:Patti Kaloczi

Description: Do you enjoy coloring? Stained Glass Painting is like enhanced coloring. We will be outlining (leading) a painting/picture, then filling it in with vibrant colors. We will be learning how to blend and mix colors to mimic traditional stained glass. This is a great way to take your art/creativity to the next level. We will be making 2 projects, and we will be having a lot of fun along the way.

Duration: 4 weeks

Prerequisites: No Experience Required

Materials: All Materials Provided

Ages: 13-18

Cost: $130 (ESA Accepted!)

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Anime and Manga Style Drawing (12-17)

Date: August 06, 2025 7:30 pm - October 01, 2025 8:30 pm

Location: Phoenix Center For The Arts

Available Slots: 9/9

Registration is requested at least two days prior to the start of class. Students or Guardians must bring ID to first class.

Instructor: Damon Begay (He/Him)

Description: Unleash your inner manga artist! Learn to create dynamic and expressive characters with our hands-on studio class. Dive deep into the world of manga proportions, color palettes, and drawing techniques. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, you'll leave this class with the confidence to bring your manga creations to life. Let's draw!

Materials: Materials provided

Duration: 9 weeks

Prerequisites: No Experience Required/ No Se Require Experiencia

Ages: 12-17

Cost: $130.00 (ESA Accepted!)

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Anime and Manga Style Drawing (11-14)

Date: August 07, 2025 6:15 pm - October 02, 2025 7:15 pm

Location: Phoenix Center For The Arts

Available Slots: 8/9

Registration is requested at least two days prior to the start of class. Students or Guardians must bring ID to first class.

Instructor: Damon Begay (He/Him)

Materials: Materials provided

Duration: 9 weeks

Prerequisites: No Experience Required/ No Se Require Experiencia

Ages: 11-14

Cost: $130.00 (ESA Accepted!)

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Anime and Manga Style Drawing (12-17)

Date: August 08, 2025 12:30 pm - October 03, 2025 1:30 pm

Location: Phoenix Center For The Arts

Available Slots: 9/9

Registration is requested at least two days prior to the start of class. Students or Guardians must bring ID to first class.

Instructor: Damon Begay (He/Him)

Materials: Materials provided

Duration: 9 weeks

Prerequisites: No Experience Required/ No Se Require Experiencia

Ages: 12-17

Cost: $130.00 (ESA Accepted!)

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Anime and Manga Style Drawing (11-14)

Date: August 08, 2025 11:15 am - October 03, 2025 12:15 pm

Location: Phoenix Center For The Arts

Available Slots: 9/9

Registration is requested at least two days prior to the start of class. Students or Guardians must bring ID to first class.

Instructor: Damon Begay (He/Him)

Materials: Materials provided

Duration: 9 weeks

Prerequisites: No Experience Required/ No Se Require Experiencia

Ages: 11-14

Cost: $130.00 (ESA Accepted!)

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Beginning Digital Photography for Youth

Date: September 22, 2025 4:30 pm - November 03, 2025 5:30 pm

Location: Phoenix Center For The Arts

Available Slots: 9/9

Instructor: Kirby Soderberg

Description: Learn the basic of digital photography and elevate your skills.

Materials: Students must have own DSLR or mirrorless camera with manual mode option.

Prerequisite: no experience required

Duration: 6 weeks

Ages: 12 - 17

Cost: $99.00

Anime and Manga Style Drawing (12-17)

Date: October 16, 2025 7:30 pm - December 18, 2025 8:30 pm

Location: Phoenix Center For The Arts

Available Slots: 9/9

Registration is requested at least two days prior to the start of class. Students or Guardians must bring ID to first class.

Instructor: Damon Begay (He/Him)

Materials: Materials provided

Duration: 9 weeks

Days Off: Thanksgiving

Prerequisites: No Experience Required/ No Se Require Experiencia

Ages: 12-17

Cost: $130.00 (ESA Accepted!)

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.

Anime and Manga Style Drawing (11-14)

Date: October 16, 2025 6:15 pm - December 18, 2025 7:15 pm

Location: Phoenix Center For The Arts

Available Slots: 9/9

Registration is requested at least two days prior to the start of class. Students or Guardians must bring ID to first class.

Instructor: Damon Begay (He/Him)

Materials: Materials provided

Duration: 9 weeks

Days Off: Thanksgiving

Prerequisites: No Experience Required/ No Se Require Experiencia

Ages: 11-14

Cost: $130.00 (ESA Accepted!)

Please arrive 15 minutes before class begins.