Best Kid/ Children / Teenager Art Class | Art Course in Singapore
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Our 10 year old student practicing portrait drawing

Are you a parent or guardian in the search bar “best art classes in Singapore for my child”? Take a look below to find out how Visual Arts Centre Kids Art Class is designed to inspire and empower young artists while ensuring an enjoyable experience!

When it comes to art, it is every child’s innate ability to draw. At Visual Arts Centre we believe that offering our little ones an opportunity to express their ideas through art is the best way to develop the joy of learning. With proper guidance and training, any kid can grow up to be the next Vincent Van Gogh!

What Makes For a Good Learning Environment for Your Children to Learn Art?

When it comes to a place of learning – especially for kids, a safe, nurturing and conducive environment will always be at the top of the list. Our experienced and professional instructors will provide an environment where your kids can freely express themselves, develop their artistic skills, and gain confidence in their creative abilities. If these criteria are what you are looking for your child, then do consider enrolling your child in our best Kids/Child/Teenager art course/art class in Singapore.

Best children kids art class in singapore! Learn art with all mediums!

Our 5 year old student with her completed creative acrylic painting work

We should never restrict our kids to one particular style of learning. In our best Kids Art Class/Art Course in Singapore, we believe every child has their own way of learning. Thus, they should never be restricted to focusing on just one particular style or format.

Instead, at Visual Arts Centre Kids Art Classes/Art Course, we embrace each child’s style of learning and adapt to their needs while teaching them the foundational techniques to bring their imagination to life. Each child will be guided by their individual needs by our professional instructors. They get to explore different mediums, experiment with various tools, and learn essential art skills that forms the building blocks of their artistic journey, which will then be translated to their artworks.

Our Kids Art Class is conducted in a workshop-class style to encourage collaboration and fosters a sense of community among young artists which provides opportunities for them to develop important communication skills through learning from their peers, and appreciate the diverse perspectives and ideas within the class. They will be encouraged to freely express themselves while learning of the different artistic techniques as taught by our professional instuctors.

Best children kids art class in singapore! Learn art with all mediums!

At Visual Arts Centre, we take pride in achieving the right balance between training and individual expression. When assessing your child’s work, we never expect it to be picture-perfect. Every child has their own signature style and their way of interpreting and we respect that each of them may process things differently. Very much like heuristics, children have a way of breaking down the picture references in the easiest way possible for them. Thus, instead of correcting them, it is in our believe to embrace this cognitive behaviour and continue to engage and inspire them to cultivate their utmost creativity in the way that works best for them.

According to the age of your children, our experienced art instructors will come up with drawing and paintings of different mediums lessons for them. This way, you can be sure that your child is learning something while having fun!

Why Should Your Children Learn Art at Visual Arts Centre?

Best children kids art class in singapore! Learn art with all mediums!
Best children kids art class in singapore! Learn art with all mediums!

Creative Kids Art Immersion Course by Visual Arts Centre provides opportunities for children (aged 5-9 years) to develop artistic knowledge and skills through a range of medium, forms and expression. Students will be able to experience different mediums such as Acrylic, Oil Pastels, Markers, Watercolour and even Chinese Calligraphy!

Creative Kids Art Immersion Course takes on a unique learning approach that encourages children to think out of the box. The course takes the kids through a fun learning journey of discovery and creativity with a wide variety of themes being covered to expand their imagination – indeed, the world is their oyster to explore!

Visual Arts Centre is conveniently located right above Dhoby Ghaut MRT Station, and is an easily accessible location with greens right outside the premises of the art studio for kids to get inspired by the nature around them.

Best children kids art class in singapore! Learn art with all mediums!

Creativity is one of the most important skills to foster in children. To hone one’s skills, children will be allowed to first create their own artwork without any interference. Starting young and provide your little ones with the invaluable opportunity to explore and unlock their fullest potential with the Creative Kids Art Immersion Course here at Visual Arts Centre!

Allow your kids to join us at Kids Art Class / Art Course.

In the Creative Kids Art Immersion Course, your children will be:

  • Experiencing and immersing themselves in oriental art e.g learning calligraphy, gaining knowledge on how to hold and handle a calligraphy brush
  • Doing art and crafts with traditional Chinese rice paper
  • Character building from their own imagination / cartoon characters with jumping clay (3D clay moulding, improving their motor skills)
  • Acrylic painting of the kids’ favourite cartoon characters or simple landscape pictures that they fancy
  • Drawing and colouring of different flowers or landscapes or cartoon characters that they can be proud to show you back home
  • Creating a multi-media collage made of various traditional mediums
  • Practicing different painting brush strokes employed by the different mediums

For each of the age groups, they will have a different learning objective:

For kids aged 5 – 6, 7-9 YO: Experience different art mediums like Colour Pencil, Airclay Modelling, Line Drawing, Creative Work & Manga Sketching

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Main focus: Creativity and Exploration 

Explore and learn to use various art mediums to create art through fun weekly theme. Developing an interest in art and celebrating creativity! Kids will be taught to sculpt three-dimensional objects to improve their overall motor skills.

5-7 Years old children kids art class in singapore

Children of 5-6 years old will get to express themselves creatively with various mediums provided!

Art Class | Art Course & Medium(s) for [ Kid ( 7-9YO )] :

Kid Art Class: Drawing & Sketching, Acrylic Painting (still life, landscape, creative, abstract, animal), Line Drawing with Colouring (Watercolour, Coloured Marker, Coloured Pencil), Watercolour Painting (still life, creative, animal), Digital Drawing & Painting, Manga Drawing & Coloured Illustration, Creative Work with Mixed Mediums, Handicraft Making, Chinese Ink Painting & Calligraphy, Airclay Molding

1. Kids Art Class | Art Course (7-9YO):
Drawing & Sketching & Line Drawing with Watercolour Painting

Kids (7-9 Years Old) doing Line Drawing with Watercolour / Colour-Pencil Line Drawing with Watercolour Painting, Coloured Marker, (Children Kids Art Course / Class)

  • learn to draw the basic shapes and objects using lines (line drawing), circles, squares, triangles, oval and how to combine these into more complex figures.
  • Practice observing the outlines of objects and depicting them with line drawings, starting from simple still life subjects like toys, plants

2. Kids Art Class | Art Course (7-9YO): Acrylic Painting

Learn different acrylic painting colour blending techniques & brushstrokes in our Kids Art Course | Art Class in Singapore

Explore subjects like: still life, landscape, creative, abstract, animal

3. Kids Art Class | Art Course (7-9YO):
Creative Work With Mixed Mediums

4. Kids Art Class | Art Course (7-9YO):
Digital Drawing & Painting

Kid digital drawing and painting course Visual Arts Centre
Kid digital drawing and painting course Visual Arts Centre
  • Be equipped with introduction to solid foundation of line, colouration, tonal, perspectives and imagination in digital painting
  • Be guided on different software & device & digital brushstrokes to produce digital painting artworks in realistic form and present stronger 3D perspective effects.

Explore subjects/skills like: still life, simple GIFs, creative work, manga, animal, scene illustration

5. Kids Art Class | Art Course (7-9YO):
Chinese Ink Painting & Calligraphy

Our students (7-9 years old) are practising their Chinese Ink Painting brush strokes 

Why Should Your Children Learn Chinese Calligraphy?

Children Kids Class Chinese Ink Calligraphy in Singapore! Sign up today!

Our student (7 years old) with her completed chinese ink painting work

Children can learn Chinese calligraphy to connect with their heritage and gain a deeper appreciation for Chinese art and history. Through practicing Chinese calligraphy, children can also deepen their understanding of Chinese characters and language structure. Engaging in the precise strokes and intricate movements of Chinese calligraphy can also help children develop fine motor skills as well as improve hand-eye coordination.

Personalised Professional Chinese Calligraphy course starts from basic level and proceeds step by step. Thus, it is suitable even for beginners with no prior experience who wish to improve the calligraphy writing.

Professional Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Painting Course for kid专业水墨画和书法课程 Visual Arts Centre

In the Professional Chinese Calligraphy Course, your children will be:

  • Mastering basic calligraphic strokes like thin upstrokes and thick downstrokes, which form the foundation of letterforms
  • Exploring advanced calligraphic styles and techniques, including flourishing, which involves decorative embellishments and ornamentation
  • Combining letters to form words and understanding spacing, kerning, and layout principles
  • Given the opportunity to express their creativity and develop their own unique calligraphic style that they can be proud of 
  • Explore the fusion of calligraphy with illustration, incorporating decorative elements, motifs, and imagery into your lettering compositions

For Kids Aged 10-12: Experience different art mediums like Drawing Sketching, Acrylic Painting, Watercolour Painting, Creative Works, Manga Drawing & Digital Painting, Chinese Ink Calligraphy & Painting and lastly DSA Portfolio Preparation.

Best children kids art class in singapore! Learn art with all mediums! drawing and sketching

Our student (10 years old) completing her Drawing & Sketching artwork 

where can my child learn art in singapore? Visual Art Centre caters to help your child develop basic art skills!

Our student (9 year old) with his completed Still-life fruit acrylic painting

Visual Arts Centre - Kids/Child/Teenager best art course / art class open for enrollment! register and sign your child up today

Our student (9 year old) with doing finishing touch up on her drawing and sketching garlic!

Visual Arts Centre - Kids/Child/Teenager best art course / art class open for enrollment! register and sign your child up today

Our student (11 years old) with her completed Manga Drawing 

Art Class | Art Course & Medium(s) for [ Children (10-12YO)] :

Children Art Class: Drawing & Sketching, Line Drawing, Acrylic Painting, Watercolour Painting, Manga Drawing & Coloured Illustration, Creative Drawing & Painting, Chinese Ink Painting & Chinese Calligraphy, Urban Sketching -(Outdoor, Landscape, Perspective), Digital Art – Drawing & Painting, Digital Art & Manga Coloured Illustration, Digital Art – Character Costume Design, DSA (Visual Arts) Art Portfolio Preparation (Process) with Foundational Art Trainings & Creative Works & Interview Preparation

1. Children Art Class | Art Course (10-12YO): Drawing & Sketching

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Our student (10 years old) with his completed observation sketching with reference

Learn Drawing and Sketching subjects like: Still Life Drawing & Sketching, Landscape Drawing & Sketching, Urban Landscape Drawing & Sketching, Architectural Drawing & Sketching, Portraiture Drawing & Sketching, Plaster Cast Drawing & Sketching

2. Children Art Class | Art Course (10-12YO): Acrylic Painting

Learn different acrylic painting colour blending techniques & brushstrokes in our Children Art Course | Art Class in Singapore

Our student (11 years old) is completing her creative using acrylic paint

Explore subjects like: still life, landscape, creative, abstract, animal.

Learn different acrylic painting colour blending techniques & brushstrokes in our best Children Art Course | Art Class in Singapore

3. Children Art Class | Art Course (10-12YO): DSA (Visual Arts) Art Portfolio Preparation (Process) with Foundational Art Training & Creative Work with Interview Preparation

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Our DSA portfolio preparation art course / art class students (10-12 years old) with their completed artworks ready for submission!

  • Development & foundational training on professional skills and techniques on various mediums and art subjects (e.g. Medium – Drawing and sketching, Line Drawing with Watercolour, Line Drawing, Preparation of Creative Artworks with Ideation
  • Sketching and tonal drawing
  • Methods and techniques in creating realistic and observational works
  • Other art mediums such as watercolour and acrylic painting
  • Enhancing observational skills in creating realistic works
  • Reviewing and guidance of artworks when nearing to the end of the course or when suitable
  • Art School Application prep
  • Discovery of students’ own style and voice, inspirations and areas of interest
  • Developing students’ thought processes during the creation of their works to create their own unique creative works
  • Selection of art portfolio artworks & interview preparation

4. Children Art Class | Art Course (10-12YO): Manga Drawing & Coloured Illustration

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Learn different art techniques in our Children Art Class (Manga Drawing & Coloured Illustration)

  • Beginner-friendly lessons focused on sketching, human figure proportions, character dynamics, and hand-drawn illustrations.

     

  • Subject matters that you will engage in during the sessions:
    • Learn colour theory, composition, and the fundamentals of traditional painting techniques
    • Character style, perspective, and texture introduction
    • Create realistic nature designs
    • Learn how to illustrate cityscapes with traditional tools

During the course, students will:

  • Learn basic human anatomy and proper proportions
  • Enhance observational skills for composition, proportions, and perspective
  • Understand colour theory and how to mix and apply colours effectively to evoke mood and impact in your artwork.

Art Class | Art Course & Medium(s) for [ Teenager (13-17YO) ] :

Teenager Art Class: Drawing & Sketching, Line Drawing, Acrylic Painting, Watercolour Painting, Art Immersion 3 Mediums Course, Manga Drawing & Coloured Illustration, Creative Drawing & Painting, Chinese Ink Painting & Chinese Calligraphy, Urban Sketching -(Outdoor, Landscape, Perspective), Digital Art – Drawing & Painting, Manga Coloured Illustration, Character Costume Design, and Art Portfolio Preparation (Process)

1. Teenager Art Class | Art Course (13-17YO): Drawing & Sketching

Learn Drawing and Sketching subjects like: Still Life Drawing & Sketching, Landscape Drawing & Sketching, Urban Landscape Drawing & Sketching, Architectural Drawing & Sketching, Portraiture Drawing & Sketching, Plaster Cast Bust Drawing & Sketching

2. Teenager Art Class | Art Course (13-17YO): Acrylic Painting

Learn different art techniques in our Teenager Art Class (Acrylic Painting)

Learn Acrylic Painting subjects like: Still Life Acrylic Painting with assorted objects, Abstract Acrylic Painting, Portraiture Acrylic Painting, Creative Acrylic Painting, Animal Acrylic Painting

3. Teenager Art Class | Art Course (13-17YO): Oil Painting

Learn different art techniques of oil painting in our Teenager Art Class

Explore Oil Painting subjects like: Still Life Oil Painting, Landscape Oil Painting, Abstract Oil Painting, Architectural Oil Painting, Portraiture Oil Painting, Animal Oil Painting, Realism and Hyper Realism Oil Painting style, Manga Character Oil Painting

4. Teenager Art Class | Art Course (13-17YO): Manga Drawing & Coloured Illustration

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Learn different art techniques of watercolor in our Teenager Art Class (Manga Drawing & Colored Illustration)

  • Beginner-friendly lessons focused on sketching, human figure proportions, character dynamics, and hand-drawn illustrations.
  • Subject matters that you will engage in during the sessions:
    • Learn colour theory, composition, and the fundamentals of traditional painting techniques
    • Character style, perspective, and texture introduction
    • Create realistic nature designs
    • Learn how to illustrate cityscapes with traditional tools

During the course, students will:

  • Learn basic human anatomy and proper proportions
  • Enhance observational skills for composition, proportions, and perspective
  • Understand colour theory and how to mix and apply colours effectively to evoke mood and impact in your artwork.

5. Teenager Art Class | Art Course (13-17YO): Digital Art - Character Costume Design

Learn different art techniques in our Teenager Art Class (Digital Art – Character Costume Design)

  1. Define characteristics, traits, colours and accessories of your character.
  2. Detailed studying of character’s anatomy, sketching of character and begin digital sketch of character.
  3. Continue of digital sketch, and begin on lineart and colouring.
  4. Completing character’s costume design and start learning to draw/paint character’s costumes and accessories.

6. Teenager Art Class | Art Course (13-17YO): Art Portfolio Preparation (Process) for Diploma/ Degree

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  • Development & foundational training on professional skills and techniques on various mediums and art subjects (e.g. Medium – Drawing and sketching, Line Drawing with Watercolour, Line Drawing, Preparation of Creative Artworks with Ideation
  • Sketching and tonal drawing
  • Methods and techniques in creating realistic and observational works
  • Other art mediums such as watercolour and acrylic painting
  • Enhancing observational skills in creating realistic works
  • Reviewing and guidance of artworks when nearing to the end of the course or when suitable
  • Art School Application prep
  • Discovery of students’ own style and voice, inspirations and areas of interest
  • Developing students’ thought processes during the creation of their works to create their own unique creative works
  • Selection of art portfolio artworks & interview preparation

DSA Portfolio Preparation Course available for students to get into their dream school!

About Visual Arts Portfolio Preparation Course (Process) for DSA ( Secondary / JC)

Thinking of embarking on your art portfolio preparation and training journey? Join us here at Visual Arts Centre to prep your portfolio for DSA through our art portfolio building workshops! Suitable for beginner learners looking for a foundation training course and art portfolio preparation class for DSA secondary and DSA tertiary to enrol in various art schools like SOTA!

Our student with his completed work for his DSA Portfolio Preparation  

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Our student working on his art work in class and his completed work for his DSA Portfolio Preparation  

Our Schedule

VISUAL ARTS CENTRE DHOBY GHAUT STUDIO

2026 - 2027

CLASS SCHEDULE

MON

11am -
1:15pm

5pm -
7:15pm

7:30pm -
9:45pm

TUE

3:30pm -
5:45pm

WED

11am -
1:15pm

1:30pm -
3:45pm

5pm -
7:15pm

7:30pm -
9:45pm

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Painting)

THU

1pm -
3:15pm

3:30pm -
5:45pm

FRI

11am -
1:15pm

5pm -
7:15pm

7:30pm -
9:45pm

SAT

10:30am -
12:45pm

1pm -
3:15pm

3:30pm -
5:45pm

6:30pm -
8:45pm

SUN

10:30am -
12:45pm

1pm -
3:15pm

3:30pm -
5:45pm

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Our Location

Dhoby Ghaut Art Studio

Event space & venue for hire in Singapore for Art exhibition

Address:

10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green,
Singapore 238469

Exit from Dhoby Ghaut MRT Station Exit B and turn left, we are there in 30m!

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AZ@Paya Lebar, 140 Paya Lebar Road, #03-04,
Singapore 409105

Exit from Macpherson MRT Station Exit A and turn left, we are right across the road, 1 minute walk away!

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Foundation In Digital Art

Embark on a captivating journey into the vibrant world of digital art! Our Foundation in Digital Art workshop invites budding creatives aged nine and above to unleash their imagination and hone their artistic skills in a dynamic, supportive environment. From mastering basic digital tools to crafting mesmerizing digital masterpieces, children will explore a spectrum of techniques guided by seasoned mentors. Through hands-on activities and interactive sessions, participants will discover the endless possibilities of digital expression while fostering creativity and critical thinking. Join us for an exhilarating adventure where young artists transform ideas into stunning visual realities, igniting a passion for digital art

Colour & Texture Exploration With Acrylic Painting & Collage
Prepare to unleash your inner artist in a kaleidoscope of color and creativity with ‘Colour Blast: Acrylic Painting & Collage Techniques’! Dive into a whirlwind adventure where vibrant hues and mesmerizing textures collide in a symphony of imagination. From mastering the art of seamless color blending to discovering the magic of mixed media collage, this journey is a playground for your artistic soul. With each brushstroke, explore new techniques that breathe life into your canvas, transforming it into a vibrant tapestry of expression. Join us and let your creativity run wild as you embark on this colorful escapade!”
World of Manga [Foundation & Styling]
A manga art workshop for children and teenagers sounds like a fantastic idea! Here’s how you might structure it:
Introduction to Manga: Begin by introducing what manga is, its history, and its influence on popular culture worldwide. Show examples of different manga styles and genres to give participants an overview.
Basic Drawing Techniques: Start with the fundamentals of drawing, such as line work, shapes, and proportions. Provide step-by-step instructions on how to draw basic manga characters, focusing on simple shapes that can be built upon.
Character Design: Move on to character design concepts, including creating unique characters, designing their personalities, and developing backstories. Encourage participants to get creative and think outside the box.
Expression and Emotion: Teach how to convey emotions and expressions through facial expressions, body language, and positioning of characters. This can be a fun and interactive exercise where participants practice drawing various emotions.
Storytelling and Paneling: Explore the basics of storytelling in manga, including paneling techniques, pacing, and layout. Show examples of different panel structures and discuss how they affect the flow of the story.
Inking and Coloring: Introduce participants to inking techniques using pens or markers. You can also cover digital inking for those interested. Then, demonstrate basic coloring techniques using markers, colored pencils, or digital software.
Feedback and Collaboration: Provide opportunities for participants to share their work and receive feedback from their peers and instructors. Encourage collaboration by having them work together on short manga projects or collaborative drawings.
Final Showcase: End the workshop with a showcase of participants’ work. This could be in the form of an exhibition, digital gallery, or printed booklet. Celebrate everyone’s creativity and progress throughout the workshop.
Remember to create a supportive and encouraging environment where participants feel free to express themselves and explore their creativity. And don’t forget to have fun! Manga is all about imagination and passion, so let that spirit shine through in your workshop.
Academy Drawing Traditions
The academy drawing and sketching tradition, rooted in centuries of artistic practice, emphasizes disciplined study of form, proportion, and technique. Originating from Renaissance workshops and formalized by institutions like the Royal Academy, it prioritizes meticulous observation and mastery of fundamental skills. Students progress from basic exercises to complex compositions, learning to depict still life and common objects with precision and expression. This tradition values both classical principles and innovation, encouraging artists to push boundaries while maintaining a deep respect for tradition. Through rigorous training and critique, artists within this tradition cultivate a strong foundation for creative exploration and artistic excellence.
Chinese Ink Painting and Calligraphy
This course on Chinese ink painting and calligraphy introduces young learners to the rich traditions of Chinese art. Through hands-on activities, students explore the basics of brush techniques, ink control, and the delicate art of Chinese script. They learn to appreciate the cultural significance of calligraphy and painting, developing skills in creating elegant strokes and expressive brushwork. The course fosters creativity, patience, and fine motor skills, while also providing insights into Chinese history and aesthetics. By the end, children gain confidence in their artistic abilities and a deeper understanding of Chinese cultural heritage.
Funk with Graffiti
Funk With Graffiti Workshop for children is an engaging and creative program aimed at introducing young artists to the vibrant world of graffiti and funk-inspired street style art. Participants learn the basics of graffiti history, techniques, and safety. Guided by professional graffiti artists, children explore the art of designing their unique tags, emphasizing creativity, expression, and individuality. The workshop includes hands-on activities, from sketching concepts to creating final designs with spray paint on provided surfaces. By the end of the session, children gain confidence in their artistic abilities and an appreciation for graffiti and funk as legitimate forms of street art. Each child completes two original artworks, which they proudly take home, showcasing their newfound skills and personal style.
Batik Tales

In the Batik Introduction Handkerchief Painting workshop, participants will learn the traditional art of batik, a wax-resist dyeing technique originating from Indonesia. The workshop begins with a brief history and overview of batik, highlighting its cultural significance and various techniques. Participants will then observe a demonstration of applying wax with tjanting tools and dyeing the fabric. Following the demonstration, each participant will design and create their own batik handkerchief, applying wax to create patterns and then dyeing their fabric. The workshop concludes with a group discussion, allowing participants to share their creations and reflect on their learning experience.