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The Chicago Mosaic School
- Learning
- Mosaics
“Great classes, so much inspiration, lots of fun!”
Best Art Classes in Chicago, IL
24 schools listed · 20 in Chicago · 1 open 24/7 · 17 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Chicago Sip & Paint
- Party
- Price
- Wine
“Came here and had the next time super fun and an amazing teacher to lead us through so big shout out to katlyn for helping us out and making us feel super comfortable!!”
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Chicago School of Shoemaking and Leather Arts
- Leather Crafting
- April 22
- Bracelet
“Her hands on instruction guided us through all the steps at the perfect pace and our class size was great for really being able to master the techniques.”
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Creative Claythings
- Pottery
“We started the beginner class with 3 classes of hand building, followed by a class of glazing; then two classes on wheel throwing, a class on trimming, finishing with another glazing.”
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Toast To Paint
- Instructor
- Patient
- Walls
“Fun & relaxing”
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Wet Paint Chicago
- Adults
- Party
- Wine
“Lol nonetheless they were very great and i would absolutely recommend them for a sip nd paint with a friend, a special person, or a group party or occasion.”
The 24 schools listed for Chicago, IL teach drawing and painting. Which media they cover, what the fee includes and whether they run model sessions all come from what each school publishes itself.
Area overview: Chicago, IL
20 of the 24 schools we list are based in Chicago; the other 4 serve Chicago from Oak Park (6 mi), Elmhurst (13 mi) and Evanston (14 mi). 23 of the schools on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 510 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "patient" and "atmosphere". 1 is open around the clock; 16 are open on Saturdays and 12 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 44 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 17 publish a contact page and 17 list a public email. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Where do I find painting course levels and materials lists?
All 24 schools here list a website. That is where levels, term dates and the materials list normally sit, and the list is the part people forget to read. Terms change, so check the site rather than the listing before you turn up.
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Chicago Industrial Arts & Design Center
- Woodworking
- Classes
“Great place to learn”
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Park West Ceramics
- Friday
- Workshop
- Studio
“It is a very small shop and classes are quite small, so be aware that it is hard to get a class but they'll accomodate you if you had bought a deal, such as we did from Google Offers.”
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Easel Art Studio Inc
- Painting
- Bachelorette Party
- Projects
“Not only are the art projects innovative and creative, the teachers are organized, the classes thoughtfully prepared, and the overall experience is amazing.”
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Chicago Academy For the Arts
- Film
- Artists
“This school is a unique environment where students not only receive exceptional training in their discipline but, because of the structure of the program, they are also able to excel academically, due in no small part to the passionate teachers, very...”
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Chicago Ceramic Center
- Pottery
“Instead of emailing us, they left a vague note on the door that did not state which class was cancelled, and provided a phone number that went straight to voicemail.”
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Studious
“My 4 year old daughter had been taking art classes here for several months.”
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Color Wheel Studio
“So happy to see my shy, introvert identify as a genuine Artist and the Portfolio building classes for entry into Art school were 100% the reason they had confidence, strength and the ability to engage and discuss their work clearly and confidently.”
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Kids Clay Room
“I Googled this place, never went to visit until my daughters party, definitely worth it!!”
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Tesserae Studios
“My 8yr daughter loves this place-she had her birthday party here recently and she cannot stop talking about how much fun she had with her friends.”
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The Ravenswood Atelier
“Very cool place.”
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Genesis Music & Arts
“The instructor is patient with young students and very knowledgeable of classical music and theory”
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Gnarware Workshop
- Studio
- Pottery
“As a life time art lover and sometimes maker of ceramics, I have been hugely impressed with the atmosphere and environment that has been created at Gnarware.”
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Ingrid's Originals
“This is not the type of class in which she will teach paint-by-number, instead, she really makes you reflect as a creative and bring your art to the next level.”
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Ryan Shultz Art Academy
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Studio 928
- Student
- Expertise
- Trivia
“They worked to accommodate our hybrid request and were flexible with our supply pick up as well as coordinating mailing out the kits for our virtual guests.”
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Magical Minds Studio
- Painting
- Play
- Kids
“Haj are so seamlessly intertwined their inspirations from art and movement and learning about community and self that they're not only incredibly effective, but encourage learning as a life pursuit and enrichment rather than a chore or quantifiable g...”
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Michael Symber Studios
- Education
- Talent
- Adult
“I've also taken a few adult art classes and have enjoyed learning the history of the artists, all about the art techniques, and Michael's positive comments throughout the process”
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Art Makers Outpost
- Sustainable
- Artist
“The beautiful part is the open, free-flowing, student-led, adult-supported environment.”
Visual Arts Tutoring Services in Chicago, IL Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$163
Maximum cost
$1500
National Average
$300
Avg Per Hour Rates
$117
$225
$625
Typical price range is based on 292 cost profiles
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