Christine Thornton's Art Studio

Christine is a certified art teacher (grades K-12) and children's book
illustrator who teaches art lessons from her home studio in Mount
Prospect, Illinois.  Classes feature a wide variety of media and
subject matter, with an emphasis on creative problem solving so that
each child's unique style can shine through.  Small class sizes
(no
more than seven)
allow for individualized instruction.  Parents and
siblings are welcome to stay in the adjoining playroom during
classes.   
To find out more, visit the student gallery or read about
Christine's
philosophy of art education.
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Read what parents are saying:

"I highly recommend Christine Thornton and her art classes.  My son just
completed his first art class with her and it was great. Christine's classes
are less expensive and she is EXCELLENT with the kids and as a teacher!
 She has really poured herself into her classes and goes above and beyond
most teachers I've seen. You won't regret any $ you spend in her classes!"
--Darlene, mother of Josh, 7

"Christine's house has such a nice, inviting, "artistic" atmosphere - SO
much nicer than dropping them off at some park district classroom.  It
makes it much more of an adventure."  
--Janet, mother of Sam, 12 and Owen, 9

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Late Fall Classes, 2008
Art Start (ages 6 - 12)
This session, Art Start will meet one hour per week for 7 weeks.   Like always, Art Start covers a wide variety of media and
subject matter.  This time around, students will draw "inside-out" fruits and veggies.  They will paint small group murals using a
grid design inspired by artist Chuck Close.  And they will use styrofoam printing blocks to print original snowflake designs.   
Tuition is $80 for one child, and $10 off for each additional sibling.  Special discount available for large families: pay full price
for three siblings and the fourth is free.
Art Start for Homeschoolers
Wednesdays 2:45 - 3:45
November 5 - December 17
Tuition $80, $160 for two
Art Start
Tuesdays 4:30 - 5:30
November 4 - December 16
Tuition $80, $150 for two
Art Start for Homeschoolers
Tuesdays 1:00 - 2:00
November 4 - December 16
Tuition $80, $150 for two
Art Start
Mondays 4:30 - 5:30
November 3 - December 15
Tuition $80, $150 for two
Art Start for Homeschoolers
Mondays 2:30 - 3:30
November 3 - December 15
Tuition $80, $150 for two
Art Start for Homeschoolers
Wednesdays 1:00 - 2:00
November 5 - December 17
Tuition $80, $150 for two
Winter Break Classes, 2008
Family Portraits (the perfect gift!)  (ages 6 - 12)
While you do some last-minute shopping, your child will be making the perfect Christmas gift:  a family portrait
with a foil-embossed frame.  Tuition is $35 for one child, and five dollars off for each additional sibling.  

Monday 12/22 and Tuesday 12/23
1:00 - 2:00
Tuition $35, $65 for two
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Monday 12/22 and Tuesday 12/23
3:00 - 4:00
Tuition $35, $65 for two
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Monday 12/22 and Tuesday 12/23
11:00 - 12:00
Tuition $35, $65 for two
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Custom Card Making  (ages 6 - adult)
After Christmas is over, family members will love to receive custom thank you cards from you and your
children.  We'll use printmaking techniques to make sets of cards, envelopes included.  Parents are
welcome to register, too!  Tuition is $35 for one, and five dollars off for each additional family member.  

Monday 12/29 and Tuesday 12/30
11:00 - 12:00
Tuition $35, $65 for two
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Monday 12/29 and Tuesday 12/30
3:00 - 4:00
Tuition $35, $65 for two
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Monday 12/29 and Tuesday 12/30
1:00 - 2:00
Tuition $35, $65 for two
click here to register