Seacoast ArtSpot Classes for Preschoolers – Adults
Your kids creative adventure awaits for them at Seacoast ArtSpot in Portsmouth! The studio is innovative and a fun space for all ages and abilities to explore their personal creativity. There is something for everyone from weekly preschool classes, drop-in crafts, short art sessions, day camps and more!
Seacoast ArtSpot is locally owned, fun, and welcoming creative arts center bringing the community together through creativity, inclusivity, and personal enrichment. We share our love of learning through a wide variety of creative experiences.
2026 Kids Art Classes
Single Day / Drop-In Friendly (ages 2 – adult)
Preschool Art Club
Preschool Art Club is a fun enrichment program for families of little ones. Young children awaken to their world through creativity, imagination and play. During this class, little ones will have opportunities to paint, sculpt, draw, create and of course have a lot of fun! With years of teaching experience, Miss Connors loves to incorporate nature and recyclables into her projects.
We want you to focus on what’s important – having fun with your little one. Enjoy time together and let us take care of all the details – including messes and supplies!
Aprons are provided but please refrain from bringing your child in their best clothes – accidents can happen, especially when working with a variety of media!
All materials included
Ages: 2 1/2 and up with Caregiver
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 9:30 – 10:30 AM
Cost: $25
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Bigs & Littles Paint Party
A Fun & Creative Experience for Adults and Kids (Ages 7+)
Looking for a unique way to spend time with your favorite little artist? Join Jody Mueller for a delightful Bigs & Littles Paint Party! Where each of you will paint your own Spooky Witch on a 11×14 canvas. When hung side by side, your two paintings will come together to create one adorable masterpiece!
No experience needed!
Jody will guide you both with easy, step-by-step instructions in a relaxed and friendly setting. It’s the perfect evening to laugh, paint, and connect—plus, you’re welcome to BYOB and snacks to make it even more fun!
Ages: 7 and up (with an adult)
Dates:
Cost: $59 for one adult + one child
Add an extra participant: $29 each
Spots are limited—reserve your easels today and make some colorful memories together!
Fairy House Workshop
Are you ready to unleash your creativity and dive into the magical realm of fairy house crafting? We’ve got just the thing for you!
Join us for a hands-on, fun-filled workshop where you’ll learn to create your very own enchanting fairy house. Our workshop is designed to let your imagination run wild. With a variety of materials at your disposal, you can create a fairy house that’s uniquely yours. It’s a great activity for both kids and adults! We will have ample materials to make clay figures, recycled materials to build bridges, fences and more! Each student will get one ceramic figuirine and lights. Please feel free to bring any additional trinkets from home.
Children under 6 should be accompanied by an adult. Hot glue guns will be used. Children 6 years and older are welcome to be dropped off.
$39.00
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Teen Drawing Club
This fun and skill-building drawing workshop is designed especially for teens who want to strengthen their drawing abilities and gain confidence in their artwork. Students will learn
essential drawing fundamentals, including observation skills, proportion, line quality, shading, and simple techniques for creating depth and form. Through guided exercises and short demonstrations, teens will practice drawing from reference and life while receiving individual, supportive instruction throughout the class. This workshop is perfect for beginners as well as teens who already enjoy drawing and would like to improve their skills in a relaxed, creative environment. By the end of the session, students will leave with new techniques, finished drawings, and a stronger foundation for future art projects.
Wednesday afternoons
4-5:30pm
Ages 13-17
$35.00
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Kids Texture Painting Workshop
Looking for a fun activity for your kiddo to express their creativity? Texture painting is a fun way to explore depth and shape. This class will allow your child to create fun multi-media art with support and encouragement. In this drop off afterschool kids art class your little learner will leave with their very own frameable pieces of texture art.4-5:30pm
$35.00
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Kids Multi-Media Workshop
Join Miss Gina for an afterschool drop off multi-media adventure! Students will explore pastels, acrylic pens, micron pens, watercolors, and more! Students will learn about decoupaging, layering, creating textures and depth. The possibilities are endless! Your student will leave with a frameable piece of art! If you have joined us before for a collage class, students will continue to experiment and explore the world wonderful multi-media art!
Ages 5 and up
4-5:30pm
$35
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School’s Out – Single Day Camps (ages K and up)
Kids “School’s Out, Art is in” Day Camp
Spark your child’s creativity at our Kids Art Day Camp! Designed for kids in kindergarten and up. This camp blends hands-on fine art projects, fun crafts, and outdoor play in a supportive, imagination-filled environment.
This Kids Art Day Camp includes a guided art project plus time for independent creativity. Outdoor games and play.(weather permitting)
Kids should bring water, drinks, snacks and lunch. We do not have a microwave. Please pack the needed utensils for your child’s meal. Labeling your child’s water bottle and lunch pack is a great idea. Bringing a backpack is great too as they will be taking their masterpieces home with them. Please no smart watches or cell phones or personal items.
Schedule:
Drop-off begins at 8:25 AM
Camp runs 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
(After Camp Care is Available to Add)
$99 per Day
If your child requires 1:1 support at school, please email us before registering so we can ensure the best experience.
Upcoming Dates:
2026 Summer Camps
Art Classes Offered All Year Long in 4 Week Sessions
Exploring Art: A Creative Art Class for Kids!
Let your young artist’s imagination soar in this hands-on, fun-filled class designed to inspire creativity and confidence! Each week in Masterpiece Mondays, kids will dive into exciting new projects using a variety of materials — with a special spotlight on upcycling and recycling to turn everyday items into unique, personal masterpieces.
What to Expect:
A new set of creative projects each session
Exposure to different art techniques and mediums
Fun opportunities to work both independently and as a team
Some take-home creations + some ongoing works of art
A supportive, encouraging environment where kids can be themselves and explore!
Creativity, community, and fun — all rolled into one unforgettable after-school experience.
Ages: K – 5
Mondays: classes are offered all school year long
Next Session:
Time: 4-5:30pm
Session Cost: $104
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Homeschool Art Club Ages 6 and up
This continuing school-year class will be different every session. We will give your young artist a chance to use their amazing imaginations while learning about a variety of exciting mediums in the visual arts and having FUN! The kids will work cooperatively, individually and make new friends. Each artist will have the opportunity to create their own unique pieces to take home by the end of the session. Students have the opportunity to work with acrylic paint, sculpture, and more! Marcia incorporates a different arts each class. Many of our students have been able to create wonderful friendships through this class.
Ages: 6 and up
Mondays: classes are offered all school year long
Next Session:
Time: 9:30-11am
Session Cost: $105
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Kids Illustration, Drawing and Comic Book Making Grades 3 and up
We are so happy to have Tom Bonello continue this fantastic class.
Join for drawing, illustration & comic book making fun! Tom will teach you the finer points of comics. Creating characters, formatting, and story lines.
This class is for continuing and new students. If you love to draw and be creative this class is for you. Continuing students may work on long term collaborative projects like comic books. Tom also incorporates watercolor and other mediums into fun illustration projects.
Grades: 3 and up
Mondays: classes are offered all school year long
Next Session:
Time: 3:30-5pm
Session Cost: $145
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Kids Art Lab
Join Miss Gina for a 4 week creative journey filled with experimental art! We will explore resin, a variety of different textures, slime, junk journaling and more! Your students will have a say in their own curriculum.
*this is a drop off kids class*
This class is well suited for kids aged 5 and up. Each student will recieve personalized instruction based on their interests.4-5:30
$135
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Preteens/Teens & Adult Classes Offered All Year Long in 4 Week Sessions
Kid’s Beginning Sewing Ages: 8 years and up / 6 weeks
Join a Sewing Adventure with Jan Hunt! Embark on a fun-filled sewing adventure with our Sewing Specialist, Jan Hunt! Jan will guide you through every step of the sewing process with her expert advice and hands-on teaching style. Jan’s personalized approach ensures every child gets the attention they need, making the learning process not only straight forward but also fun and engaging. This is a fantastic opportunity to spark creativity, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love for sewing!
Ages: 8 and up
Sundays: classes are offered all school year long
Next Session:
Class limited to 6 student
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Session Cost: $249
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Continuing Sewing for Kids: A Creative 6-Week Journey!
Keep Learning with Jan!
Tailored to kids that have taken Jan’s beginning sewing class or have sewing machine experience.
The sewing fun doesn’t stop here! Jan has even more exciting projects ahead to help you build your sewing machine skills. Kids will discover new tips and tricks, and learn how to read a sewing pattern with confidence.
Have a specific project in mind? Jan tailors each lesson to her students’ interests and skill levels. Create personalized projects that make every class unique. With her guidance, you’ll take your sewing skills to the next level—while having a whole lot of fun along the way!
Why Kids Love This Class:
Great for continuing beginners that want to extend their sewing knowledge.
Complete fun, useful projects
Build confidence, focus, and creativity
Don’t wait—space is limited. Register today and help your child discover the joy of sewing!
Ages: 8 and up
Sundays: classes are offered all school year long
Next Session:
Class limited to 6 student
Time: 12:30–2:30 PM
Session Cost: $
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Teens & Adult Sewing Class
Embark on a creative journey in this fun-filled beginning sewing class , led by our Sewing Specialist Jan Hunt! Designed for new learners or those who need to brush up on your skills. This 6-week beginning sewing adventure introduces students to the world of fiber arts in a supportive and hands-on environment.
The beginning sewing class starts with the basics: paper sewing techniques. As students gain confidence, they’ll transition to using our high-quality Baby Lock sewing machines to create a series of small projects.
Jan’s engaging, personalized teaching style ensures that each student receives plenty of guidance and encouragement. With a small class size capped at just six participants, you will get the attention you need to learn, grow, and develop a love for sewing.
Why You’ll Love This Beginning Sewing Class:
Perfect for beginners or those needing a refresher
Learn hand and machine sewing
Create multiple fun projects
Build confidence and creativity
Don’t wait—space is limited. Register today and help your child discover the joy of sewing!
Ages: 8 and up
Sundays: classes are offered all school year long
Next Session:
Class limited to 6 student
Time: 3:30-5:30 PM
Session Cost: $229
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Knitting with Marcia Teens/Preteens and Adults welcome / 4 weeks
It’s time to learn to knit! Have some knitting experience? Join us and Marcia help you increase your skills and create amazing work. The classes include how to hold your needles, knit and purl stitches and how to read a simple pattern. Come learn a new skill to put you on your knitting journey to create many beautiful projects!
Marcia also offers private lessons. email us at seacoastartspot@gmail.com
Materials list: Size 7 or 8 straight ten inch-length knitting needles.
One skein of Red Heart 100% acrylic yarn (preferably a light color and/or variegated) Variegated yarn is dyed with more than one color. It makes it easier to see your stitches. Easy to find at Walmart.
Ages: Teens/Preteens and Adults welcome
Mondays: classes are offered all school year long
Next Session:
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Session Cost: $135
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Tween/Teen Crochet Club
Have you always wanted to enter the world of fiber art? It’s time to learn to crochet! Crochet club with Nikki is designed for tweens/teens to come together in a fun creative environment and learn crochet. Students will be taught the basics and then have the opportunity to choose some of their own projects.
In this 4-week beginning crochet class, you’ll learn:
- How to hold your crochet hook and yarn
- Basic crochet stitches (like chain, single crochet, and more)
- Common abbreviations used in patterns
- How to read and follow a beginner-friendly crochet pattern
Ages: Tweens/Teens
Next Session:
Time: 4-5:30pm
Session Cost: $135
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New, ongoing and drop-in friendly classes are always being added to the line up. Find one that interests you, check the upcoming class schedule to find one, two or a whole session to do!
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Seacoast ArtSpot is made up of a group of talented local artists, artisans, creators, makers, and teachers who are passionate about their art and sharing those skills with the community. Our goal is for students of all ages to play, explore, engage their curiosity and leave with a smile on their face knowing that they do indeed have a creative spirit within them. Contact us today!
Seacoast ArtSpot
2992 Lafayette Rd Unit 3
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 436-1203
(Located between We Care Cleaners & Putnam’s Sport. Parking in rear.)
