Details
Grades 8-12
Free
Tues, Wed, Thurs
4-7 PM
An afterschool arts club for teens where members have access to open studio time, classes, field trips and art shows.
Art Club resumes January 14, 2025.
How It Works
Any teen in grades 8-12 living in Erie County can become a Teen Arts Club member. Members have free access to all art classes, open studios and field trips. Membership is free.
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4-7 PM, members can visit ECAT and use the studios to work on their own projects, collaborate with other students, or take art classes. Professional artists are available to help and provide encouragement.
Optional classes, field trips and events are offered throughout the season.
Details
Meets Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 4-7 PM.
Spring Season lasts for 15 weeks, starting January 14, 2025, and ending May 1, 2025
Fall Season lasts for 15 weeks, starting September 9, 2025, and ending December 11, 2025
There is no cost to attend Teen Arts Club.
Classes take place in the ECAT Wayne Building.
Applications are open all season.
Students can join Teen Arts Club throughout the year. You can join at anytime by completing the registration form.
Members Have Access To:
Open Studios, Classes, Field Trips, and Art Shows.
Open Studios
Members have open access to our four art studios. Each studio is equipped with top-notch professional gear. Members can independently work on their own projects, or work on projects with friends. Professional artists are available to help you make projects in:
Painting
Photography
Clay
Drawing
Clothing Design
Digital Music
Printmaking
Animation
Videogames
Classes and Workshops
Members can join optional classes and workshops throughout the season.
Portrait Photo Class
Take photos of people with professional lights and cameras.
Beat Making Workshop
Use midi keyboards and GarageBand to make your own beat track.
Sewing Class
Learn to use the sewing machine to customize clothing.
Field Trips
We visit museums, art spaces and community art events throughout the season. Our field trip schedule is still being finalized.
Erie Art Museum
Student Art Show
All members can submit their artwork to the ECAT Student Art Show. Students can sell their work with 90% of the sale going directly to the artist.
ECAT Teen Art Show
Thursday, April 24, 2025
5-6:30 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
Is transportation to and from ECAT provided?
No. On days we go on field trips, ECAT transports students from ECAT to the field trip location, then back to ECAT.
Will food be provided?
Yes, a hot meal will be provided from 4-5 PM.
I have a job or other conflicts and will not be able to make it to every class. Can I still attend?
The Teen Arts Club is perfect for students who have busy schedules. Students do not have to attend every day and can choose to join optional classes throughout the season, or choose to independently work on their own projects at their own schedule.
Request a class
Have a suggestion for class you want to take? Submit a request.
