- January 22, 2026
-
-
(s) Cartooning Woohoo!
January 22, 2026 3:50 pm - 5:50 pm
Springfield Plains Elementary, 8650 Holcomb Rd, Village of Clarkston, MI 48348, USAKids love comic! But do they learn anything? As an art educator of many years and hundreds of students, I can certainly say with confidence that the answer is a resounding yes! It develops crucial skills such as creative thinking, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and artistic expression. Cartooning also boosts confidence by offering a less intimidating way for children to practice drawing and learn artistic principles, like simplifying elements, understanding line and shape, and constructing figures. We will be working with both Manga & Marvel comics in colored pencils, markers and chalk pastels. Sign up today and come join the fun! A Gallery Show will be extended to family following class on the final day. Please bring water bottle, snack, and wear clothes that are not precious. Taught by artist/educator Pamela Palmer, B.F.A. of The Artist's Apprentice.
$65 plus $20 material fee payable to instructor on the first day of classes. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome.)
Thursdays 1/22, 1/29, 1/5/, 1/12 3:50-5:20 -
(s) Cartooning Woohoo!
January 22, 2026
Springfield Plains Elementary, 8650 Holcomb Rd, Village of Clarkston, MI 48348, USAKids love comic! But do they learn anything? As an art educator of many years and hundreds of students, I can certainly say with confidence that the answer is a resounding yes! It develops crucial skills such as creative thinking, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and artistic expression. Cartooning also boosts confidence by offering a less intimidating way for children to practice drawing and learn artistic principles, like simplifying elements, understanding line and shape, and constructing figures. We will be working with both Manga & Marvel comics in colored pencils, markers and chalk pastels. Sign up today and come join the fun! A Gallery Show will be extended to family following class on the final day. Please bring water bottle, snack, and wear clothes that are not precious. Taught by artist/educator Pamela Palmer, B.F.A. of The Artist's Apprentice.
$65 plus $20 material fee payable to instructor on the first day of classes. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome. Thursdays 1/22, 1/29, 1/5/, 1/12 3:50-5:20
-
- January 23, 2026
-
-
(b) Cartooning Woohoo!
January 23, 2026 3:50 pm - 5:20 pm
Bailey Lake Elementary School, 8051 Pine Knob Rd, Independence Township, MI 48348, USAKids love comic! But do they learn anything? As an art educator of many years and hundreds of students, I can certainly say with confidence that the answer is a resounding yes! It develops crucial skills such as creative thinking, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and artistic expression. Cartooning also boosts confidence by offering a less intimidating way for children to practice drawing and learn artistic principles, like simplifying elements, understanding line and shape, and constructing figures. We will be working with both Manga & Marvel comics in colored pencils, markers and chalk pastels. Sign up today and come join the fun! A Gallery Show will be extended to family following class on the final day. Please bring water bottle, snack, and wear clothes that are not precious. Taught by artist/educator Pamela Palmer, B.F.A. of The Artist's Apprentice.
$65 plus $20 material fee payable to instructor on the first day of classes. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome.) Fridays 1/23, 1/30, (skip 1/6), 1/13. 2/20 3:50-5:20 -
(b) Cartooning Woohoo!
January 23, 2026
Bailey Lake Elementary School, 8051 Pine Knob Rd, Independence Township, MI 48348, USAKids love comic! But do they learn anything? As an art educator of many years and hundreds of students, I can certainly say with confidence that the answer is a resounding yes! It develops crucial skills such as creative thinking, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and artistic expression. Cartooning also boosts confidence by offering a less intimidating way for children to practice drawing and learn artistic principles, like simplifying elements, understanding line and shape, and constructing figures. We will be working with both Manga & Marvel comics in colored pencils, markers and chalk pastels. Sign up today and come join the fun! A Gallery Show will be extended to family following class on the final day. Please bring water bottle, snack, and wear clothes that are not precious. Taught by artist/educator Pamela Palmer, B.F.A. of The Artist's Apprentice.
$65 plus $20 material fee payable to instructor on the first day of classes. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome.)Fridays 1/23, 1/30, 1/6, 1/13 3:50-5:20
-
- February 4, 2026
-
-
Heart Art Valentine Workshop
February 4, 2026 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (RARA), 500 E 2nd St, Rochester, MI 48307, USA❤️ Heart Art Workshop!
Love is in the air — and on our walls and windows!
Young artists will celebrate the season of love by painting a Heart Tree Garden bursting with rainbow colors, inspired by the joyful style of contemporary artist Ivan Guaderrama.
In addition, students will create a dazzling tissue-paper “stained glass” piece, perfect for brightening any window. And for a special surprise, they’ll craft an adorable heart critter card — a sweet keepsake for someone they love (psst... it might even be for you!). 💌
Join us for this colorful, love-filled art adventure!
Details:
🎨 Taught by Artist/Instructor Pamela Palmer, B.F.A. Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist’s Apprentice
📅 Wednesday, February 4
🕓 4:30–6:30 PM
👧 Ages 7 & up (Siblings of any age always welcome!)
💲 $35 – all materials included✨ Let’s fill our hearts — and our art — with color and joy this Valentine’s season!
-
(c) Heart Art Valentine Workshop
February 4, 2026
Clarkston Elementary School, 6589 Waldon Rd, Village of Clarkston, MI 48346, USALove is in the air, and on our walls and windows! Kids will be painting a heart tree/garden with all the colors of the rainbow in the style of contemporary artist Ivan Guaderrama. Heart Art
Also, we will be working on a tissue paper creation that will mimic stain glass, a brilliant sight in any room just in time for Valentine's Day! Your kiddo will be making a super cute, heart critter for the one they love. Psst this card won't be part of our Gallery Show, just in case it's for you. ;) Hope to see you here! Taught by Artist/Instructor Pamela Palmer B.F.A., Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist's Apprentice. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome!) $30 all materials included. 3:40-5:40 Wednesday 2/4
-
- February 6, 2026
-
-
Heart Art Valentine Workshop
February 6, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Harvey-Swanson Elementary School, 209 Varsity Dr, Ortonville, MI 48462, USALove is in the air, and on our walls and windows! Kids will be painting a heart tree/garden with all the colors of the rainbow in the style of contemporary artist Ivan Guaderrama. Heart Art
Also, we will be working on a tissue paper creation that will mimic stain glass, a brilliant sight in any room just in time for Valentine's Day! Your kiddo will be making a super cute, heart critter for the one they love. Psst this card won't be part of our Gallery Show, just in case it's for you. ;) Hope to see you here! Taught by Artist/Instructor Pamela Palmer B.F.A., Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist's Apprentice. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome!) $30 all materials included.
-
- February 11, 2026
-
-
(p) Heart Art Valentine Workshop
February 11, 2026 3:33 pm - 5:33 pm
Pine Knob Elementary School, 6020 Sashabaw Rd, Village of Clarkston, MI 48346, USALove is in the air, and on our walls and windows! Kids will be painting a heart tree/garden with all the colors of the rainbow in the style of contemporary artist Ivan Guaderrama. Heart Art
Also, we will be working on a tissue paper creation that will mimic stain glass, a brilliant sight in any room just in time for Valentine's Day! Your kiddo will be making a super cute, heart critter for the one they love. Psst this card won't be part of our Gallery Show, just in case it's for you. ;) Hope to see you here! Taught by Artist/Instructor Pamela Palmer B.F.A., Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist's Apprentice. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome!) $30 all materials included. 3:40-5:40 Wednesday 2/11 -
(p) Heart Art Valentine Workshop
February 11, 2026
Clarkston Elementary School, 6589 Waldon Rd, Village of Clarkston, MI 48346, USALove is in the air, and on our walls and windows! Kids will be painting a heart tree/garden with all the colors of the rainbow in the style of contemporary artist Ivan Guaderrama. Heart Art
Also, we will be working on a tissue paper creation that will mimic stain glass, a brilliant sight in any room just in time for Valentine's Day! Your kiddo will be making a super cute, heart critter for the one they love. Psst this card won't be part of our Gallery Show, just in case it's for you. ;) Hope to see you here! Taught by Artist/Instructor Pamela Palmer B.F.A., Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist's Apprentice. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome!) $30 all materials included.
-
- February 12, 2026
-
-
Heart Art Valentine Workshop
February 12, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Hart Community Center, 495 Broadway, Davisburg, MI 48350, USALove is in the air, and on our walls and windows! Kids will be painting a heart tree/garden with all the colors of the rainbow in the style of contemporary artist Ivan Guaderrama. Heart Art
Also, we will be working on a tissue paper creation that will mimic stain glass, a brilliant sight in any room just in time for Valentine's Day! Your kiddo will be making a super cute, heart critter for the one they love. Psst this card won't be part of our Gallery Show, just in case it's for you. ;) Hope to see you here! Taught by Artist/Instructor Pamela Palmer B.F.A., Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist's Apprentice. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome!) $30 all materials included.
-
- February 13, 2026
-
-
(b) Cartooning Woohoo!
February 13, 2026 3:50 pm - 5:50 pm
Bailey Lake Elementary School, 8051 Pine Knob Rd, Independence Township, MI 48348, USAKids love comic! But do they learn anything? As an art educator of many years and hundreds of students, I can certainly say with confidence that the answer is a resounding yes! It develops crucial skills such as creative thinking, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and artistic expression. Cartooning also boosts confidence by offering a less intimidating way for children to practice drawing and learn artistic principles, like simplifying elements, understanding line and shape, and constructing figures. We will be working with both Manga & Marvel comics in colored pencils, markers and chalk pastels. Sign up today and come join the fun! A Gallery Show will be extended to family following class on the final day. Please bring water bottle, snack, and wear clothes that are not precious. Taught by artist/educator Pamela Palmer, B.F.A. of The Artist's Apprentice.
$65 plus $20 material fee payable to instructor on the first day of classes. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome.) Fridays 1/23, 1/30, 1/6, 1/13 3:50-5:20 -
(b) Cartooning Woohoo!
February 13, 2026
Bailey Lake Elementary School, 8051 Pine Knob Rd, Independence Township, MI 48348, USAKids love comic! But do they learn anything? As an art educator of many years and hundreds of students, I can certainly say with confidence that the answer is a resounding yes! It develops crucial skills such as creative thinking, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and artistic expression. Cartooning also boosts confidence by offering a less intimidating way for children to practice drawing and learn artistic principles, like simplifying elements, understanding line and shape, and constructing figures. In this 4 week session we will be working with both Manga & Marvel comics in colored pencils, markers and chalk pastels. Sign up today and come join the fun! A Gallery Show will be extended to family following class on the final day. Please bring water bottle, snack, and wear clothes that are not precious. Taught by artist/educator Pamela Palmer, B.F.A. of The Artist's Apprentice.
$65 plus $20 material fee payable to instructor on the first day of classes. Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome.) Fridays 1/23, 1/30, 1/6, 1/13 3:50-5:20
-
- February 16, 2026
-
-
🎨 Ginormous Chalk Pastel Impressionist “Paintings”
February 16, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (RARA), 500 E 2nd St, Rochester, MI 48307, USALet’s go for the WOW factor!
Kids will get a kick out of creating art in a big way with these powerfully colorful, large-scale pastel creations. Inspired by the vibrant world of Impressionism, our young artists will explore bold color, expressive strokes, and glowing light effects as they make their own oversized “paintings” using soft chalk pastels on giant sheets of paper.
By browsing a variety of visual references—from Monet’s gardens to Degas’ dancers and Van Gogh’s swirling skies—students will find an artist whose style sparks their imagination. Then, they’ll reinterpret that inspiration through their own unique creative lens!
We’ll experiment with layering, blending, and smudging techniques to achieve those signature Impressionist textures, all while celebrating color and movement on a grand scale.
At the end of class, families are invited to an Impressionist Gallery Walk, where every child’s luminous masterpiece will take center stage!
Come ready to think big, dream in color, and make your mark—ginormously!
Monday 2/16 9:00-noon Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome!) $54(All materials included)
Please bring a snack and water bottle, wear clothes that could use a splash of color. ;)
Instructor Pamela Palmer B.F.A., Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist's Apprentice.
-
❄️ Winter Wonderland Art Workshop
February 16, 2026 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (RARA), 500 E 2nd St, Rochester, MI 48307, USAWow! What wonderful wildlife and scenery we’ll be painting!
Join us for a magical winter art adventure filled with polar bears, arctic foxes, and shimmering northern lights!
In this 3-hour workshop, young artists will create a snowy birch-tree landscape where icy blues, silvery whites, and brilliant auroras light up the sky. We’ll experiment with watercolor sea-salt effects to form sparkling frost crystals and use acrylics with fluorescent glue to make our aurora borealis glow in the dark!
Kids will learn fun painting techniques that mimic ice, snow, and glowing skies while exploring color blending and texture. The results will be simply dazzling!
At the end of class, families are invited to enjoy a Mini Gallery Glow Show—a luminous display of each child’s winter masterpiece.
Monday 2/16 1:00-4:00 Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age are welcome!) $54(All materials included)
Please bring a snack and water bottle, wear clothes that could use a splash of color. ;) Instructor Pamela Palmer B.F.A., Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist's Apprentice.
-
- February 17, 2026
-
-
Owl Collage Mixed Media Masterpiece Workshop
February 17, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (RARA), 500 E 2nd St, Rochester, MI 48307, USA🦉Whooo’s ready for an art adventure?
Kids will soar into creativity as they design their very own owl-inspired masterpieces using a delightful mix of materials and imagination!
Our young artists will start by painting glowing sunset skies on canvas — warm oranges, golds, and purples setting the perfect backdrop for their feathered friends. Then, they’ll dive into an exciting assortment of foam, felt, and textured papers to build colorful layered owls full of personality and charm.
To finish, artists will add fine details with Sharpies and paints, bringing their owls to life with expressive eyes, patterns, and feathers. The results will be truly one-of-a-kind works of art that are as bold and unique as the kids who make them!
Families are invited at the end of class for a Mini Gallery Show, where these wise and whimsical creations will take flight for all to admire.
Get ready to snip, stick, and soar in this fun-filled mixed media experience!Please bring a snack and water bottle, wear clothes that could use a splash of color. ;)
Instructor Pamela Palmer B.F.A., Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist's Apprentice.
Tuesday 2/17 5:30-7:30 Ages 7 & up (As always, siblings of any age can join.)
$36 (All materials included)
-
- February 18, 2026
-
-
(c) Zoom Into Art with Sonic the Hedgehog!
February 18, 2026 3:35 pm - 5:05 pm
Clarkston Elementary School, 6589 Waldon Rd, Village of Clarkston, MI 48346, USADoes your child love Sonic and his high-speed adventures? This workshop is the perfect chance for kids to bring their favorite blue hero to life through art! Students will learn to draw, design, and add dynamic action to their own Sonic-inspired characters. With guided instruction and plenty of room for creativity, kids will explore bold colors, speedy poses, and imaginative backdrops that make their artwork zoom off the page. Let's not forget Tails, Knuckles and Amy Rose, for where would Sonic be without his friends!
At the end of the session, families are invited to a special Gallery Show where young artists will proudly showcase their creations. Parents will love seeing their child’s confidence grow as they share their artwork in a fun, celebratory setting.
Give your child the chance to explore their creativity, build art skills, and have a blast in this fast-paced, creative adventure!
Taught by Pamela Palmer artist/educator and founder of The Artist's Apprentice
Ages 7 & up $30 (All materials included.) Wednesday 2/18 3:50 -5:50
-
(n) Zoom Into Art with Sonic the Hedgehog!
February 18, 2026
North Sashabaw Elementary School, 5290 Maybee Rd, Independence Township, MI 48346, USADoes your child love Sonic and his high-speed adventures? This workshop is the perfect chance for kids to bring their favorite blue hero to life through art! Students will learn to draw, design, and add dynamic action to their own Sonic-inspired characters. With guided instruction and plenty of room for creativity, kids will explore bold colors, speedy poses, and imaginative backdrops that make their artwork zoom off the page. Let's not forget Tails, Knuckles and Amy Rose, for where would Sonic be without his friends!
At the end of the session, families are invited to a special Gallery Show where young artists will proudly showcase their creations. Parents will love seeing their child’s confidence grow as they share their artwork in a fun, celebratory setting.
Give your child the chance to explore their creativity, build art skills, and have a blast in this fast-paced, creative adventure!
Taught by Pamela Palmer artist/educator and founder of The Artist's Apprentice
Ages 7 & up 3:50 -5:50 $30 (All materials included.)
-
- February 19, 2026
-
-
(n) Zoom Into Art with Sonic the Hedgehog!
February 19, 2026 3:50 pm - 5:50 pm
North Sashabaw Elementary School, 5290 Maybee Rd, Independence Township, MI 48346, USADoes your child love Sonic and his high-speed adventures? This workshop is the perfect chance for kids to bring their favorite blue hero to life through art! Students will learn to draw, design, and add dynamic action to their own Sonic-inspired characters. With guided instruction and plenty of room for creativity, kids will explore bold colors, speedy poses, and imaginative backdrops that make their artwork zoom off the page. Let's not forget Tails, Knuckles and Amy Rose, for where would Sonic be without his friends!
At the end of the session, families are invited to a special Gallery Show where young artists will proudly showcase their creations. Parents will love seeing their child’s confidence grow as they share their artwork in a fun, celebratory setting.
Give your child the chance to explore their creativity, build art skills, and have a blast in this fast-paced, creative adventure!
Taught by Pamela Palmer artist/educator and founder of The Artist's Apprentice
Ages 7 & up $30 (All materials included.) Wednesday 2/18 3:50 -5:50
-
Recent Comments