Best Art Classes near Wilmington, NC

3 of these schools are based in Wilmington; the others serve Wilmington from Hampstead (15 mi) and Carolina beach (22 mi).

3 open weekends · all 6 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

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There are too few quality options within 12.5 miles radius, so we have expanded area of coverage to up to 200 miles from you. This includes Wilmington and several other cities.
Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts

Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts

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  • Students
  • Director
  • Performances
“As a recent graduate of the Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts, I can say with complete confidence that it is the absolute best place in Wilmington for not only dance training, but a dance family.”
In Business Since 2016
902 College Rd, Wilmington, NC
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The Creative Child Studio

The Creative Child Studio

(9)
  • Birthday
  • Fun
  • Kids
“My daughter loved the summer camps, so much that she wanted to do her birthday party at Creative Child Studio.”
In Business Since 2021
200 Willard St, Wilmington, NC
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A Date 2 Paint

A Date 2 Paint

In Business Since 2001
1629 S 41st St, Wilmington, NC
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Wild Child Art Studio

Wild Child Art Studio

(49)
  • Fun
  • Birthday
  • Owner
“My pieces were hit with the sander in the front in a few spots so the finished product was not as I had hoped it would look at the end but it was fine.”
30+ Years Experience
Hampstead, NC · 15 mi from Wilmington
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Junktique

Junktique

(5)
“A great furniture "redesign studio",Lori is a wonderful artist.”
Hampstead, NC · 15 mi from Wilmington
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Sip and Paint Carolina Beach

Sip and Paint Carolina Beach

(4)
  • Painting
“Will definitely be back and would recommend it to anyone looking for something fun to do in the evening or during the day when you've had too much sun!”
In Business Since 2017
Carolina beach, NC · 22 mi from Wilmington
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The 6 schools listed for Wilmington, NC 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: Wilmington, NC

The 6 schools on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 138 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews. 3 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. Domain records put 3 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2014. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 5 of the schools on this page; 4 publish a contact page and 3 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.

How are the painting schools on this page rated?

On this page, all 6 schools carry a public rating at or above four and a half stars. Read what the reviews praise. A studio can score well for a warm room and good coffee and still teach very little drawing.

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Visual Arts Tutoring Services in Wilmington, NC Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$155
Maximum cost
$1427
National Average
$286
Avg Per Hour Rates
$111
$214
$595
Typical price range is based on 374 cost profiles
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Average Cost $286
Minimum cost $155
Maximum cost $1427
Avg Per Hour Rates $111

Typical range $214 to $595 is based on 374 cost profiles.

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