- February 13, 2026
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(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
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- February 16, 2026
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🎨 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. ;)Â Â
Instructor Pamela Palmer B.F.A., Owner/Entrepreneur of The Artist's Apprentice.Â
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- February 18, 2026
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(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!Â
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
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- February 19, 2026
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(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!Â
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
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- February 21, 2026
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- February 23, 2026
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- March 4, 2026
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The Artist's Apprentice Clay Creations
March 4, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Great Lakes Athletic Club, 3800 S Baldwin Rd, Lake Orion, MI 48359, USADoes your child like working with their hands? Clay is an ever-pleasing medium for the young artist in your family! These fine arts instructional segments involve students in working with self-drying clay, using a caliper and modelling tools to make pottery and 3D Sculpture projects. If time permits, we will add shimmer paint our work! A 'Viewing of Creation' with will be extended to families following class on the final day. Wear clothes that are not precious, we will get messy! Taught by artist/educator Pamela Palmer B.F.A., founder of The Artist’s Apprentice.Â
A Viewing of Creations will be extended to families following class on the final day.
$65 plus $20 material fee to instructor on the 1st day of classes. Ages 7 & up (as always siblings of any age are welcome.) 6:00 - 7:30 Wednesdays 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25.
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- March 5, 2026
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Art Frenzy of Puppies & Kittens
March 5, 2026 3:40 pm - 5:10 pm
Harvey-Swanson Elementary School, 209 Varsity Dr, Ortonville, MI 48462, USAArt Frenzy of Puppies & Kittens
Whether it’s a kindle of kittens or a pack of playful puppies, kids can’t get enough of these furry friends!
In this delightful 3-week art adventure, your child will draw, paint, and sculpt adorable puppies and kittens while learning new artistic techniques. Individual instruction ensures each young artist gains skills and confidence while creating masterpieces that capture the charm of their favorite animals.To celebrate their hard work, families are invited to a Gallery Show on the final day—your little darlings will be thrilled to show off their little darlings!
🎨 Instructor: Pamela Palmer, B.F.A., Artist/Educator & Founder of The Artist’s Apprentice
đź‘§ Ages:Â 6 & upÂ
đź’˛ Cost:Â $65 (All materials included)
📅 Dates: Wednesdays, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19⏰ Time: 3:40 – 5:10 PM -
Art Frenzy of Puppies & Kittens
March 5, 2026 3:40 pm - 5:10 pm
Harvey-Swanson Elementary School, 209 Varsity Dr, Ortonville, MI 48462, USAArt Frenzy of Puppies & Kittens
Whether it’s a kindle of kittens or a pack of playful puppies, kids can’t get enough of these furry friends!
In this delightful 3-week art adventure, your child will draw, paint, and sculpt adorable puppies and kittens while learning new artistic techniques. Individual instruction ensures each young artist gains skills and confidence while creating masterpieces that capture the charm of their favorite animals.To celebrate their hard work, families are invited to a Gallery Show on the final day—your little darlings will be thrilled to show off their little darlings!
🎨 Instructor: Pamela Palmer, B.F.A., Artist/Educator & Founder of The Artist’s Apprentice
đź‘§ Ages:Â 6 & upÂ
đź’˛ Cost:Â $65 (All materials included)
📅 Dates: Thurssdays, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19⏰ Time: 3:40 – 5:10 PM -
Kawaii Cartooning
March 5, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (RARA), 500 E 2nd St, Rochester, MI 48307, USAKawaii Cartooning Workshop
We all love those adorable characters — now it’s your turn to design your own!
In this super-fun workshop, kids will dive into the world of Kawaii art, where everything is cute, colorful, and full of personality.Our young cartoonists will sketch and color their own irresistible characters using an assortment of mediums including markers, colored pencils, chalk pastels, and oil pastels. With plenty of visual references and step-by-step drawing tips, kids will learn how to create charming faces, joyful expressions, and playful poses — all while exploring their own unique style!
Let’s watch as these pleasant, smiling friends come to life right before our eyes! Kids will leave brimming with inspiration, new drawing tricks, and confidence to keep creating long after class ends. Parents are welcome to a Galley Show of their children's work on the final day of classes.
Impress yourself — and your friends — with all the keen tips you’ll pick up on your road to becoming a confident cartoonist! Taught by Artist/Educator Pamela Palmer BFA, Entrepreneur of The Artist's Apprentice.
$54 (All materials included.)
Thursdays 3/5, 3/12, 3/19Â Â Â 6:30-8:00
Ages 7 & up (Siblings of any age are welcome)
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- March 6, 2026
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March 6, 2026 3:40 pm - 5:40 pm
Harvey-Swanson Elementary School, 209 Varsity Dr, Ortonville, MI 48462, USA
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- March 9, 2026
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Art Frenzy of Puppies & Kittens
March 9, 2026 3:50 pm - 5:20 pm
Oakwood Elementary School, 2839 Oakwood Rd, Ortonville, MI 48462, USAArt Frenzy of Puppies & Kittens
Whether it’s a kindle of kittens or a pack of playful puppies, kids can’t get enough of these furry friends!
In this delightful 3-week art adventure, your child will draw, paint, and sculpt adorable puppies and kittens while learning new artistic techniques. Individual instruction ensures each young artist gains skills and confidence while creating masterpieces that capture the charm of their favorite animals.To celebrate their hard work, families are invited to a Gallery Show on the final day—your little darlings will be thrilled to show off their little darlings!
🎨 Instructor: Pamela Palmer, B.F.A., Artist/Educator & Founder of The Artist’s Apprentice
đź‘§ Ages:Â 6 & up (siblings of any age welcome!)
đź’˛ Cost: $65 all materials included
📅 Dates: Mondays, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23⏰ Time: 3:45 – 5:15 PM
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