Art School
The Evanston Art Center offers visual art classes that are inviting and comfortable, with intimate class sizes and opportunities for one-on-one learning. If you're brand new to art, returning, or a practicing artist, there are classes for your skill level and interests.
Contact us to learn more and discuss the class that would be a good fit for your needs and schedule.
Scholarships and payment plans are available. Evanston Art Center members receive a discount off of class tuition.
Download our abbreviated Fall class catalog.
EAC's Fall 2021 Term
12-Week Term: September 13 - December 12
- No Youth classes on October 31
- No classes Thanksgiving week, November 22-28
Make-Up Week: December 13-19
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Registration & Policy Information
Class registration is now available online! Begin browsing by department below, or search the catalog directly. Read more about our COVID-19 safety response.
Learn more about our policies regarding refunds, cancellations, financial aid and scholarships, and more.
| Department | Description |
|---|---|
| 1-Day Workshops | more |
| Adult Classes by Department | Explore, create, and learn at the Evanston Art Center The Evanston Art Center offers artmaking classes for adults in the following departments: Digital Media and Photography, Ceramics, Printmaking, Drawing and Painting, Jewelry, Figure Sculpture,…more |
| Art Seminars | Welcome to the Art Seminars Department! Learn more about art and artists through dialogue and slide lectures, with discussions facilitated by our knowledgeable instructors. Explore matters of the art world with art makers and enthusiasts of all…more |
| Artistic Forms | Above Images by Ashleigh Pastor Welcome to the Artistic Forms Department! The Artistic Forms department encompasses artistic pursuits that move beyond a “traditional” visual arts class. Experiment with new ideas and materials to broaden your…more |
| Ceramics | Above Images by Ashleigh Pastor Welcome to the Ceramics Department! Pottery at Home: If you have pottery that you’ve made at home, or that you’re making at home for an Evanston Art Center (EAC) online ceramics class, the EAC can provide clay, an…more |
| Digital / Maker | more |
| Digital Media & Fabrication | Welcome to the Digital Media & Fabrication Department! The Maker Lab allows you to explore technologies both old and new. You can develop your own film in the darkroom, learn Photoshop, prepare images for inkjet printing, create 3D printed…more |
| Drawing | Evanston Art Center membership is not required to enroll in these courses, however, EAC members receive a tuition discount. Click here to purchase or renew membership. For information regarding refunds, cancellations, financial aid and…more |
| Drawing & Painting | Above Images by Ashleigh Pastor Welcome to the Drawing & Painting Department! EAC offers a variety of styles and media for adults interested in drawing and painting ranging from beginner classes in figurative or representational styles to…more |
| Drawing and Painting | Evanston Art Center membership is not required to enroll in these courses, however, EAC members receive a tuition discount. Click here to purchase or renew membership. For information regarding refunds, cancellations, financial aid and…more |
| En Plein Air: Outdoor Classes | Evanston Art Center's En Plein Air Classes Get outside and draw while socially distanced! To ensure everyone’s safety, please note this class will only take place outdoors, and will NOT meet at the Evanston Art Center. Here is additional…more |
| Fall Camps | Explore, create and learn in-person at the Evanston Art Center EAC's Fall 2020 Term Begins September 14. Check out our online classes, too! Evanston Art Center COVID-19 Reopening Plan The Evanston Art Center (EAC) pledges to follow Restore…more |
| Fall Classes | Explore, create and learn at the Evanston Art Center EAC's Fall 2020 Term 6-Week Term: September 14 - October 25 6-Week Term: October 26 - December 13 (No classes the week of Thanksgiving, November 23-29) Evanston Art Center COVID-19…more |
| Fall Youth / Teens | Explore, create and learn at the Evanston Art Center EAC's Fall 2021 Term Fall Session: September 13 - December 12 No class October 31 - No class Thanksgiving week, November 22-28 more |
| Fashion | more |
| Figure and Portrait | Evanston Art Center membership is not required to enroll in these courses, however, EAC members receive a tuition discount. Click here to purchase or renew membership. For information regarding refunds, cancellations, financial aid and…more |
| Figure Sculpture | Above Images by Ashleigh Pastor; Artwork by Sueko Kawamura (left) and Tomoko Yamaguchi (right) Welcome to the Figure Sculpture Department! We provide a space for students of all backgrounds, from novice to professional artist, to share the…more |
| In-Person Camps | Updated: November 19, 2020 Evanston Art Center COVID-19 Response At this time, the EAC remains open in-person. The Evanston Art Center (EAC) is closely following Restore Illinois guidelines for reopening. The EAC pledges to: Require all…more |
| In-Person Camps | The EAC is committed to your child’s safety. - Face masks are required. - Your child’s temperature is taken upon arrival. - Camp capacity is reduced to 8 students per camp. No other adult students will be at the EAC during camp. - …more |
| Jewelry | Above Images by Ashleigh Pastor Welcome to the Jewelry, Metalsmithing & Metal Sculpture Department! From tiny, delicate jewelry and household items to tiaras and sculptural forms, you will be able to explore a wide variety of metal works in…more |
| Mixed Media | Evanston Art Center membership is not required to enroll in these courses, however, EAC members receive a tuition discount. Click here to purchase or renew membership. For information regarding refunds, cancellations, financial aid and…more |
| Online Adult Classes | REGISTRATION FOR FALL ONLINE CLASSES IS NOW OPEN The EAC online courses have something for everyone and every schedule. Browse our online course schedule. Participation is easy. Here’s what you’ll need: A smartphone, tablet or computer that…more |
| Online Camps | Online Class participation is easy. Here’s what you’ll need: A smartphone, tablet or computer that has a camera and connects to the internet. Zoom downloaded to your device prior to starting class. What’s Zoom? Learn more. Supply list that is…more |
| Online Camps | more |
| Online Classes | REGISTRATION FOR ONLINE CLASSES IS NOW OPEN Fall 2021: 12-Week Term: September 13 - December 12, Make-Up Week: December 13-19 No Youth classes on October 31 No classes Thanksgiving week, November 22-28 The EAC online courses have something for…more |
| Online Classes for Kids | more |
| Online Classes for Teens | more |
| Online Classes for Tweens and Teens | more |
| Online Classes for Tweens and Tweens | more |
| Online Summer Camps Ages 12-14 | more |
| Online Summer Camps Ages 14-18 | more |
| Online Summer Camps Ages 5-8 | more |
| Online Summer Camps Ages 9-11 | more |
| Online Youth Classes | Add some structure, creativity, and fun to your schedule Online Class participation is easy. Here’s what you’ll need: A smartphone, tablet or computer that has a camera and connects to the internet. Zoom downloaded to your device prior to…more |
| Online Youth Classes | more |
| Painting | Evanston Art Center membership is not required to enroll in these courses, however, EAC members receive a tuition discount. Click here to purchase or renew membership. For information regarding refunds, cancellations, financial aid and…more |
| Performance Art | more |
| Printmaking | Above Image by Ashleigh Pastor Welcome to the Printmaking Department! Our studio offers instruction for everyone from kids to adults of all ages, for beginners and advanced printmakers alike. Learn a variety of print- and paper-based techniques…more |
| Spring Break Camps | Spring Break Camp Monday, March 29 - Friday, April 2, 2021 Use your imagination and creativity this spring break to bring out the artist in you! In-Person Camp Online Camp Students with Disabilities are Welcome! EAC welcomes all students…more |
| Spring Youth / Teens | Above Images by Ashleigh Pastor Welcome to the Youth Fine Arts (YFA) Department! EAC invites kids and teens to get messy, discover new modes of making, and explore the visual arts. Youth classes spark the imagination, teach technical skills,…more |
| Summer Art Camps Ages 12-14 | In visual arts camps, students explore skill-building and techniques including proportion, angling, perspective and composition. Elements of art (line, form, shape, value), Principles of Design (pattern, contrast, balance) and Color Theory.…more |
| Summer Art Camps Ages 4-5 | This camp for our youngest art lovers offers an early exposure to artistic materials and youth craft projects. Your little one will become familiar with the foundations of early childhood art-making. Each camp fosters material exploration, visual…more |
| Summer Art Camps Ages 4-8 | more |
| Summer Art Camps Ages 6-8 | Mixed-Media Arts Camp: 9am-12pm (morning camp) Exploring Clay Camp: 12:30pm-3:30pm (afternoon camp) Projects emphasize skill-building, creativity cultivation, arts and visual literacy, text and writing, and behavioral and emotional development.…more |
| Summer Art Camps Ages 9-11 | In visual arts camps, students explore skill-building and techniques including proportion, angling, perspective and composition. Elements of art (line, form, shape, value), Principles of Design (pattern, contrast, balance) and Color Theory.…more |
| Summer Art Camps Ages 9-14 | more |
| Summer Classes | more |
| Summer Classes - Ages 8-18 | more |
| Summer Intensives - Ages 14-18 | more |
| Summer Youth - Online | Online Camps Join us for our Online Camp offerings beginning June 7! Due to demand and limited capacity, we encourage you to use the Wait List function if a camp is full. We will try to add an additional section of camp if we can add one safely.…more |
| Summer Youth Camps and Classes | Add structure and creativity with our In-Person Summer Art Camps! In-Person Camps At EAC we value creative exploration and cultivation because there are no "right" answers in art! Just different ways to approach and solve problems, think…more |
| Weekly Youth Classes | more |
| Winter Break Camps | Winter Break Camp: Monday, December 28 - Thursday, December 31, 2020 Use your imagination and creativity this winter break to bring out the artist in you! In-Person Winter Break Camp, Ages 4-14 Online Winter Break Camp, Ages 5-18 Questions…more |
| Winter Youth / Teens | In-Person Youth Classes EAC's Winter 2021 Term 6-Week Term: January 4-February 14 6-Week Term: February 15-March 28 Online Youth Classes Updated: November 19, 2020 Evanston Art Center COVID-19 Response At this time, the EAC remains open…more |
| Woodworking | Welcome to the Woodworking Department! We focus on teaching the “fine art” of woodworking, including safety on all tools; the art of wood joinery; milling and preparing wood for student projects; and glue-ups and finishing. You will also explore…more |
| Workshops | Workshops Don't have time for a 12-week course? Evanston Art Center's workshops are short and informative 1, 2 or 3-day experiences that may open a window by introducing a technique new to you, find time in your busy schedule, or give you the…more |