Professional & Comprehensive Kids / Children/ Teenager Art Class| Art Course in Singapore (7-9YO , 10-12YO, 13-17YO)

Kid/ Children (7–9YO) — Reasons to Join & Learn Art in Art Class | Art Course

The goal of learning art at this age is not simply to “draw realistically” or “become an artist”. Its true value lies in:

1. A space for expression and release:
Art is a safe channel for children to express joy, worries, fears, and dreams — a healthy emotional outlet.

kid/children/teenager drawing & painting art course | art class in Singapore
kid/children/teenager drawing & painting art course | art class in Singapore

Our students working on their creative expressive drawing & painting artworks in Visual Arts Centre

(Age 7-9 Years Old Professional Kids Art Class)

2. Training observation and perception:
Art teaches children to slow down and truly look — noticing leaf veins, cloud shapes, or subtle facial expressions. This builds keen observation skills.

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

Our students working on their creative acrylic painting artworks in Visual Arts Centre

(Age 7-9 Years Old Professional Kids Art Class)

3. Developing imagination and creativity:
Children at this age can draw flying cars, rabbits living in watermelons, future cities… This boundless creativity forms the foundation of innovative thinking.

kid/children/teenager drawing & painting art course | art class in Singapore
kid/children/teenager drawing & painting art course | art class in Singapore

Our students working on their creative expressive artworks in Visual Arts Centre

(Age 7-9 Years Old Professional Kids Art Class)

4. Building focus and patience:

Completing an artwork requires sitting quietly and focusing stroke by stroke. This greatly improves concentration and perseverance.

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

Our student with her completed artwork with artist influences (Age 7-9 Years Old Professional Kids Art Course)

5. Building confidence:
When children see their artwork appreciated and praised, the sense of achievement boosts their confidence. Every completed piece strengthens their self-esteem.

kid/children/teenager drawing & painting art course | art class in Singapore

Our student working on her creative acrylic painting artwork at VIsual Arts Centre (Age 7-9 Years Old Professional Kids Art Class)

Kid/ Children (10–12YO) — Reasons to Join & Learn Art in Art Class | Art Course

For children aged 10–12, while maintaining their natural enthusiasm for creativity, it is important to begin receiving systematic and foundational professional training in art.

Best children kids art class in Singapore learn drawing and sketching and painting mediums

Our student doing portraiture drawing (Age 10 – 12 Years Old Children art class in Singapore)

1. Basic Drawing & Sketching  – The Foundation of Form

Sketching is the root of all art, helping children solve problems of accurate proportion, shape, and spatial awareness.

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The foundation of Drawing & Sketching is important as you will know how to create characters (Age 10 – 12 Years Old Children art class)

Learning Content:

  • Geometric Forms:
    Structural and value sketching of cubes, spheres, cylinders, and cones. Understanding basic forms and perspective.

  • Still-Life Sketching:
    Drawing combinations of objects from observation. Learning composition, proportion, perspective, and the five tonal values (highlight, light tone, halftone, core shadow, cast shadow) to express volume and texture through light and shadow.

  • Basic Perspective:
    Mastering one-point and two-point perspective to draw scenes like rooms, streets, and buildings.

2. Colour Theory Foundations – From Understanding to Application

Children learn to observe and use colours scientifically, making their artwork more expressive and impactful.

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

Our student with his completed creative art work (Age 10 – 12 Years Old Children art class in Singapore)

Learning Content:

  • Deep understanding of hue, value, and saturation.

  • Colour Harmony:
    Learning colour mixing and achieving unity and harmony in a colour palette.

  • Colour Observation:
    Simple landscape or still-life colour studies (using watercolour, gouache, or soft pastels).
    Understanding the influence of ambient light and light sources on colour.

3. Drawing & Sketching (Quick Sketch) – Capturing Movement and Life

This trains sharp observation, simplification skills, and drawing speed — becoming valuable material for future creative work.

Learning Content:

  • Figure Gesture Sketching:
    Quickly capturing poses of standing, sitting, running, jumping; understanding body balance and action lines.

  • Scene Sketching:
    Drawing everyday scenes — a corner of the school, a market, a café — building composition skills and summarising complex environments.

  • Animal Drawing:
    Observing and drawing the shapes and features of animals.

4. Creative Works — Integrating All Skills

kid/children/teenager drawing & painting art course | art class in Singapore
kid/children/teenager drawing & painting art course | art class in Singapore

Our students working on their creative expressive artworks in Visual Arts Centre

(Age 7-9 Years Old Professional Kids Art Class)

Content:
Given a theme, students apply their knowledge of sketching, colour, and composition to complete a full artwork.

5. Exploration of Diverse Art Materials

Content:
Based on foundational drawing and colour skills, students explore more expressive media, such as:

  • Acrylic Painting: Bright colours with strong coverage.

  • Watercolour: Transparent washes and layering techniques.

  • Mixed Media: Encouraging use of collage and real materials to create richer textures.

Teenager (13–17YO) — Reasons to Join & Learn Art in Art Class | Art Course

For children aged 10–12, while maintaining their natural enthusiasm for creativity, it is important to begin receiving systematic and foundational professional training in art.

1. Kid/ Children / Teenager Art Class: Drawing & Sketching, Line Drawing

Learning Topics in the Professional Drawing & Sketching, Line Drawing Course for Teenagers:

  • Still Life Drawing & Sketching with assorted objects
  • Actual Still Life Drawing & Sketching
  • Landscape Sketching
  • Urban Landscape Sketching
  • Architectural Drawing & Sketching
  • Portraiture Drawing & Sketching
  • Plaster Cast Bust Sketching
  • Creative Illustration with Illustrative Style Sketching
  • Interior Design Sketching
  • Fashion Illustration 
  • Gesture Drawing and Sketching
  • Perspective Drawing & Sketching – Aerial , Linear
  • Line Art Drawing & Sketching
  • Quick Drawing & Sketching

2. Kid/ Children / Teenager Art Class: Acrylic Painting

Learning subjects within this Professional Acrylic Painting course​ for Kid/Children/Teenager:

  • Still Life Acrylic Painting with assorted objects
  • Actual Still Life Acrylic Painting
  • Landscape Painting
  • Urban Landscape Acrylic Painting
  • Architectural Acrylic Painting
  • Portraiture Acrylic Painting
  • Plaster Cast Bust Acrylic Painting
  • Creative Illustration with Illustrative Style Acrylic Painting
  • Fashion Illustration Acrylic Painting
  • Gesture Acrylic Painting
  • Line Art Acrylic Painting

DSA Visual Arts -Art Portfolio Preparation Course (Process) available for students to get into their dream school!

Our student with his completed work for his DSA Portfolio Preparation  

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!

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

Courses at Visual Arts Centre Singapore:

For Children Ages 7–9

Courses include: Colour Pencil, Line drawing, Line drawing with colour, Manga Drawing, Drawing & Sketching, Acrylic Painting, Creative Drawing

For Children Ages 10–12

Courses include: Still-life Drawing & Sketching, Plaster Cast Drawing, Landscape Sketching, Animal Drawing, Line drawing with Watercolour Painting, Creative Acrylic Painting, Creative Works, Manga Drawing & Digital Painting, DSA Visual Arts Art Portfolio Preparation Course (Process)


 

Our Locations

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!

MacPherson

macpherson gallery studio in singapore visual arts centre

Address:

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.