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Art Exploration Series – Youth Holiday Classes
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Looking for Teens and Youths Holiday Art Classes?

Look no further! Spend this holiday with us – Explore new art mediums, pick up new art skills and cultivate their creativity!

Visual Arts Centre’s Holiday Teens and Youth Art Immersion Course is the perfect programme for youths to explore new mediums and build up their foundational art techniques. This fully immersive holiday programme allows them to dip their toes into learning and practising art.
Whether it is picking up a new hobby or getting a kick-start in building an Art Portfolio for an art school admission in the future, the Holiday Intensive Boot Camp Course for youth is perfect to provide a quick and immersive experience in art!
This fully immersive holiday art programme allows your kids to learn the basics of fine arts, like painting, colour theory and sketching under our professional teacher guidance.

What will you learn in this course?

Professional art courses should never be boring!
At Visual Arts Centre, we provide opportunities for teens and young art learners to develop artistic knowledge and skills through a range of media, forms and expressions. Students will be able to experience different mediums to elevate their creative juices and grow to be independent in their art learning.
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Scroll below to find out about the course contents, course schedule and register below!
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Complete your paintings with full guidance!
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Teen completed Acrylic Painting
The Teens and Youth Holiday Boot Camps aims to help youths explore the various mediums of art we have, as part of our ongoing professional art courses. By allowing them the opportunity to be in touch with different forms of art, they can discover a new hobby that is to their interest! While building up their creative minds we provide a safe space for them to fully explore their inner thoughts and creativity using art! At Visual Arts Centre, we believe that each students learns at a different pace. Thus, the art class is conducted at individual student’s preference and abilities. The sessions will be taught according to their preferred mediums and will be given individual guidance by our professional art instructors.

Professional Intensive Drawing and Sketching Bootcamp

For Youths between 10 – 18 years old

Young art learners looking to advance their art learning during this holiday,  Holiday Drawing and Sketching Bootcamp is the perfect course for Teens and Youth aged 10 – 18 years old.

In this 8 sessions bootcamp, students will grasp and learn concepts and techniques taught in our professional Drawing & Sketching course!

All beginners are welcomed! At Visual Arts Centre Art Studio, we provide art instruction and guidance on drawing and sketching from a foundational level. The practice of Drawing and Sketching itself is therapeutic in nature and helps also cultivates patience, mental alertness, and perseverance.

All art materials will be provided!

Student is focusing on her still-life sketching

What can you expect?

  • Progressive art references in terms of difficulty and complexity
  • Understand different tonal values
  • Learn basic theory of Drawing & Sketching, be familiar with the uses of sketching tools
  • Train your observation skills through still life drawing, understand the composition, correct proportions and perspectives of the still life.
Visual Arts Centre Explore different styles of drawing
Explore different styles of drawing
Student with her completed still life sketching 

Student with her completed still life sketching 

Professional Acrylic Painting & Watercolour Painting Bootcamp

Young art learners looking to advance in their art learning during this holiday,  Professional Intensive Boot Camps – Acrylic & Watercolour is the perfect course for Youth age 10 – 18 years old.

In this Intensive boot Camp of 8 sessions, students will grasp and learn concepts and techniques taught in our Professional Acrylic or Watercolour painting course!

You will be exposed to the types of brushes to use and basic watercolour and acrylic techniques such as colour blending

This course is beginner friendly, our professional art instructors will guide you through your work using the same painting methods and techniques from both acrylic and oil painting to make up your very own masterpiece.

All art materials are provided!

What can you expect?

  • Progressive art references in terms of difficulty and complexity
  • Beginner-friendly painting lessons of simple landscapes or an arrangement of fruits
  • Practice blending techniques
  • Understand colour theory and mixing
  • Train your observation skills through still life drawing, understand the composition, correct proportions and perspectives of the still life
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Student doing still life watercolour painting

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Student doing animal acrylic painting

Holiday Bootcamp on Acrylic Painting & Watercolour Painting
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Professional Urban Landscape Sketching Bootcamp

This is a guided course by our professional instructor and we will also be going outdoors to capture different life subjects such as trees, bushes and architecture. All art materials will be provided for this course and is suitable for learners from the age of 8 years and above with varying levels of experience!

How will the Bootcamp be conducted?

  • Bootcamp will be conducted at Dhoby Ghaut Art Studio. 
    • Our professional Art Instructor will be guiding the kids and teens mostly in the classroom, there will also be stipulated outdoor-time (30-60mins) along the scenic view near the Dhoby Ghaut VAC Art Studio such as Fort Canning, Istana Park and National Museum Singapore.
  • Kids and Teens are recommended to bring their very own hats, insect repellent and water bottles.

In this course, you will learn the following:

  • Perspective in urban sketching. You’ll learn about one-point, two-point, and three-point perspectives and how to apply them to accurately represent buildings and streets in your sketches.

  • Composition and Framing learn about how to create dynamic and interesting compositions and capture different types of landscapes

  • Urban scenes are full of urban elements and details. You’ll study different techniques to draw buildings, windows, doors, street signs to add life and authenticity to your sketches.

  • Introduction of sketching techniques and skills to express different textures and elements.

Location: Visual Arts Centre Dhoby Ghaut Studio. We will be moving to Fort Canning Park to do outdoor live sketching!

*With all art materials included (sketching paper, pencil, eraser, pen, paper, watercolour, coloured markers, paint brushes, board)

Young teen learning Urban Sketching!

Professional Holiday Outdoor Urban Landscape Sketching

Young teen learning Urban Sketching!

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Professional Manga & Coloured Illustration

What is Manga Drawing and Coloured Illustration?

Traditional manga drawing and illustration involve creating artwork by hand, using pencils, inks, and other traditional media. Artists focus on mastering techniques like human figure proportions, character dynamics, and storytelling through illustrations. Traditional tools such as pens, markers, and watercolors are used to craft detailed, engaging manga characters and vibrant illustrations.

By learning traditional manga drawing techniques, students develop the skills to create dynamic characters, compelling narratives, and visually captivating panels. Mastering these methods prepares students for careers in manga, illustration, animation, and other artistic fields. Aspiring artists will bring their creative visions to life with traditional art tools, connecting with audiences through timeless hand-drawn artwork.

What can you expect?

  • 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 Art Course | Art Class | Art Lesson, 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.

Learning Contents:

Learn to draw human figure proportion, character dynamics, character drawing in digital form Computer Graphics Processing etc. Beginners are welcome to join us as we provide guidance across all levels!
Learn Manga & Coloured Illiustration Drawing and Convey your story through Manga and design your own characters.
*Other more challenging topics may be explored further in the Professional Intensive Drawing and Sketching Course
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Introduction to Digital Drawing and Painting Bootcamp

Digital drawing and digital painting refers to the process of creating artwork using digital tools and software. It involves using a digital drawing tablet or a computer with specialized software such as Adobe Photoshop, Procreate, or Clip Studio Paint, which offers a wide range of brushes, colours, and other digital tools.

In this course, you will learn the following:

  • These programs provide a digital canvas where artists can create and manipulate their artwork. Digital painting requires traditional painting skills as digital painting artworks are not premade and they are produced through a canvas through the software. With solid foundation of line, colouration, tonal, perspectives and imagination in traditional drawing, this would help to produce digital painting artworks in a more realistic form and present stronger 3D perspective effects.
  • Digital painting offers several advantages over traditional painting methods. It allows for easy undo and redo, while offering a wide range of digital brushes and effects. It also provides the convenience of working without the need for physical art supplies or extensive cleanup.

Basic tools:

  • iPad with Apple Pencil/Pencil with pen pressure with Procreate
  • Laptop + Drawing Tablet (Wacom/Huion ect.) *Let us know what digital medium you are using!

Pen pressure is crucial in creating good digital art, as it gives you the option of defining the thickness and heaviness of each stroke as if you are using a real pencil! This adds the feeling of depth to your work, making it more impressive.

Softwares that you can use:

Laptop users:

  • Free softwares like Krita or MediBang Paint works fine. If you have the budget, Photoshop would be the best choice.

iPad users:

Free softwares like Adobe Fresco or Clip Studio works fine. If you have the budget, Procreate will be the best choice.

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Visual Art Centre Digital Drawing and Painting Bootamp

Softwares that you can use:

Laptop users – Free softwares like Krita or MediBang Paint works fine. If you have the budget, Photoshop would be the best choice.

Ipad users – Free softwares like Adobe Fresco or Clip Studio works fine. If you have the budget, Procreate will be the best choice.

*Art materials and tools will not be provided for this workshop.

Pen pressure is crucial in creating good digital art, as it gives you the option of defining the thickness and heaviness of each stroke as if you are using a real pencil! This adds the feeling of depth to your work, making it more impressive.

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Our holiday art programme would provide a good platform to build up a small portfolio and a good stepping stone to allow them to learn basic foundational techniques and advanced according to their level. These art training will go hand in hand with our Art Portfolio Preparation (Process) Course for DSA or Diploma or university admission.
At Visual Arts Centre, we believe that each child learns at a different pace. Thus, each class will be conducted at your teen’s individual preferences and abilities. No workshop-style classes nor classroom styled teaching! Despite being in class with other students, your child will be taught according to their preferred mediums and will be given one-to-one individualised guidance by our professional instructors and studio assistants in regular intervals during the duration of each class.
The Art Portfolio Preparation Course is perfect for students applying for local art academies such as School of the Arts Singapore (SOTA), or Fine Arts by Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), Lasalle College of Arts, National University of Singapore (NUS), School of Art, Design and Media (ADM) course offered by Nanyang Technological University (NTU) or foreign art academies like University of Arts London (UAL) that requires students to prepare a personal art portfolio collection that reflect their good foundation in art and creative idea.
If your child want to enter their ideal art school, they can add to their artistic talents and enter the DSA Art Specialty Program. Visual Arts Centre provides training courses. These courses includes theory, basic to advanced drawing and sketching training, colour training, painting, three-dimensional composition courses, creative training, interview experience training and other preparation courses.

At Visual Arts Centre, we believe that each child learns at a different pace

If you are considering kick-starting in doing artwork for a portfolio submission during this Holiday programme,

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

(Chinese Ink
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

*TO BE ENQUIRED

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MacPherson Art Studio

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140 Paya Lebar Rd, 03-04 AZ @Paya Lebar Building, S(409015)

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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!

MacPherson

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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!

Registration & Fees

The art courses are available at both our Dhoby Ghaut Art Studio and MacPherson Art Studio, please choose your preferred location.

Youth (10-18YO) Professional Intensive Drawing and Sketching Bootcamp (8 Sessions)
$698
Location Dhoby Ghaut Studio
Validity
10 Weeks
Youth (10-18YO) Professional Acrylic Painting & Watercolour Painting Bootcamp — Colour & Texture With Acrylic And Collage (8 Sessions)
$798
Location Dhoby Ghaut Studio
Validity
10 Weeks
Youth (10-18YO) Professional Urban Landscape Sketching (6 Sessions)
$580
Location Dhoby Ghaut Studio
Validity
8 Weeks
Youth (10-18YO) Professional Manga & Coloured Illustration (8 Sessions)
$698
Location Dhoby Ghaut Studio
Validity
10 Weeks
Youth (10-18YO) Introduction to Digital Drawing and Painting Bootcamp – Foundation in Digital Art (5 Sessions)
$698
Location Dhoby Ghaut Studio
Validity
7 Weeks
Kid (5-9YO) Acrylic Painting Art Immersion Course (8 Sessions)
$698
Location Dhoby Ghaut Studio
Validity
10 Weeks
Kid (5-9YO) Manga & Coloured Illustration Course (8 Sessions)
$580
Location Dhoby Ghaut Studio
Validity
10 Weeks
Kid (5-9YO) Line Drawing with Colour Course (8 Sessions)
$798
Location Dhoby Ghaut Studio
Validity
10 Weeks
Kid (5-9YO) Introduction To Digital Drawing & Painting (from 8 Years Old) (5 Sessions)
$698
Location Dhoby Ghaut Studio
Validity
7 Weeks
Teens and Youths Professional Intensive Drawing and Sketching Bootcamp – 2026 Holidays (8 sessions)
$698
Location Visual Arts Centre Dhoby Ghaut Art Studio
Validity
8 Weeks
Kids’ Manga & Coloured Illustration Course – 2026 Holidays (8 sessions)
$580
Location Visual Arts Centre MacPherson Art Studio
Validity
8 Weeks
Teens and Youths Professional Acrylic and Watercolour Bootcamp – 2026 Holidays (8 sessions)
$798
Location Visual Arts Centre Dhoby Ghaut Art Studio
Validity
8 Weeks
  • No refunds are provided for any course/workshop/lesson purchased.
  • The classes/sessions for the stated course is/are valid only within the stated validity period of the course, which begins from the commencement of the first class and no further extension is provided. The attendee should plan his/her schedule to attend the classes/sessions regularly (once per week).
  • Extension for course validity may be provided for medical/travel reasons with provided MC/travel itinerary for up to one month only.
  • Each session under the adult course package is 2 hours and 15 minutes and VAC reserves the right to reject/reschedule your lesson if you are late.
  • Visual Arts Centre reserves the right to cancel/reschedule/postpone any course/session with or without prior notice.
  • In the event that the course is unable to proceed due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund of the fees will be provided.
  • The registrant/guardian of the registrant indemnities and hold Visual Arts Centre and/or its staff or third-party staff/service providers harmless from any losses sustained from any activity within the premises of Visual Arts Centre, including personal injury/loss or damages to property.

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