KIDS CLASSES IN SALT LAKE
2900 S 300 W, South Salt Lake, UT, 84115
Foster their creativity and give the gift of art to your kids!
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WINTER KIDS CLASSES
January 4 - March 27, 2027
CREATIVE PAINTING FOR KIDS
Mondays 4:30-6:00pm
Ages 6-12
Young artists will develop their artistic style and build confidence using watercolor and acrylic paints.
KIDS CLAY CREATIONS
Thursdays 4:30-6:00pm
Ages 5-11
Kids explore stoneware clay through playful weekly projects that grow creativity, confidence, and fine motor skills.
DRAWING TOYS FOR KIDS
Tuesdays 4:30-6:00pm
Ages 5-11
Learn to draw the forms and poses of all your favorite toys and stuffed animals.
INTRO TO ART FOR KIDS
Fridays 3:00-4:30pm
Ages 5-11
This playful, hands-on class introduces young artists to the basic elements of artistic creation, techniques, and materials.
KIDS CARTOON ANIMATION
Wednesdays 4:30-6:00pm
Ages 8-12
Understand the basics of animation methods, principles, and tricks in the app RoughAnimator!
BEGINNING ART ESSENTIALS FOR KIDS
Saturdays 10:00-11:30am
Ages 5-11
Young artists will discover the fundamentals of artmaking while experimenting with a wide variety of materials and techniques.
FALL KIDS CLASSES
September 8 - December 7, 2026
INTRODUCTION TO ART MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES FOR KIDS!
Mondays 4:30-6:00pm
Ages 5-11
This playful, hands-on class introduces young artists to the basic elements of artistic creation and creativity!
3D PRINTING AND LASER CUTTING: YOUNG MAKERS
Thursdays 4:30-6:00pm
Ages 8-11
Students will learn the basics of 3D design, 3D printing, and laser cutting while creating their own custom projects.
GROW AND PLAY WITH CLAY!
Thursdays 4:30-6:00pm
Ages 5-11
Traditional hand-building techniques will be taught along with colorful surface techniques in step-by-step projects.
BEGINNING ART ESSENTIALS FOR KIDS
Saturdays 10:00-11:30am
Ages 5-11
Young artists will discover the fundamentals of artmaking while experimenting with a wide variety of materials and creative techniques.
CHINESE CALLIGRAPHY & PAINTING
Saturdays 1:00-2:30pm
Ages 5-12
Learn several ways to use a calligraphy brush, and train your composition skills and control over ink and water.
CHILDREN’S MARTIAL ARTS CLASS
Saturdays 2:30-3:30pm
Ages 5-12
Designed to help young students develop strength, coordination, focus, and confidence through traditional Chinese martial arts.
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Visual Art Institute · South Salt Lake
Kids’ Art Classes
in Salt Lake City
Build skills. Make original art. Find their voice.
Give your child expert guidance, room to experiment, and a creative community where they can grow as an artist.
2900 S 300 W, South Salt Lake, UT 84115
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Fall 2026 classes · Salt Lake location
Introduction to Art Materials & Techniques
Explore art fundamentals through drawing, painting, printmaking, clay, and creative techniques.
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3D Printing & Laser Cutting: Young Makers
Turn original ideas into custom projects using beginner-friendly 3D design, printing, and laser cutting.
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Grow and Play with Clay
Learn hand-building techniques and explore form, texture, and colorful surface design.
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Beginning Art Essentials for Kids
Build foundational skills while experimenting with drawing, painting, sculpture, and printmaking.
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Chinese Calligraphy & Painting
Practice brushwork and composition while exploring ink, water, and expressive mark-making.
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As an organization that deeply believes in the transformative power of art, Visual Art Institute is committed to being a welcoming and respectful space for people of all backgrounds. We honor and uplift the freedom of human expression.
Main Location: 2900 S 300 W in South Salt Lake, Utah
Utah County classes held at Highland Community Center:
5378 west 10400 North Street, Highland UT
(801)474-3796 | info@visualartinstitute.org
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