Virtual Classroom

Step-by-Step with Local Artists

Welcome to the Virtual Classroom! We are excited to offer these free learning opportunities to families.

We understand that everyone has different comfort levels with everything going on right now in this world of COVID, so we’ve created our very own Virtual Classroom for those of you who don’t feel comfortable coming back to in-person activities at EIAA. Browse through our classes and get creative from the comfort of your own home!

  • To filter the list of classes, select Topics and Grade Level in combination.
  • Some classes are a series, and some are one-and-done. When there is a series it is best to "take" these classes in order.
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We hope you will share your projects with us so we can keep our connections strong! Share the classes with your friends, too! 

Coffee Moon Paintings
This project shows you how to create a moon painting using coffee instead of paints. Follow along with Lauren Manninen to make Coffee Moons! CLASS 1 - GRADES 3-12
Styrofoam Printmaking
Learn this fun and simple printmaking technique with local artist Lauren Manninen. GRADES 6-12
Art with Nature: Sunprints
Join Lauren on a sunny day with this project that uses leaves, flowers, and other things found in nature.
Binding a Simple Sketchbook
Learn this simple book binding technique to create your own multipurpose sketchbooks using traditional bookbinder’s tools or simple tools you find in your home. CLASS 1 - GRADE LEVEL 3 - 12
Intro to Art Journaling - Class 2 Prompts
Continue Art Journaling by following the prompts in the next classes in this series. Shawnacy Kiker Perez gives students prompts to inspire new pages in their journal. Class 2 prompts include: Meaningful Word, Circles, and Transform and Alter. CLASS 2 of 6 - GRADE LEVEL 6-12
Intro to Art Journaling - Class 3 Prompts
Continue your Art Journaling exploration following the prompts in the next classes. Shawnacy Kiker Perez gives students prompts to inspire new pages in their journal. Class 3 prompts include: negative space, focus on a single color, black out poem, and word definition. CLASS 3 of 6 - GRADE LEVEL 6-12
Intro to Art Journaling - Class 4 Prompts
Continue Art Journaling by following the prompts in the next classes in this series. Shawnacy Kiker Perez gives students prompts to inspire new pages in their journal. Class 4 prompts: Layering, Go Outside and Draw, Accordion Book Fold, Monsters, Markmaking. CLASS 4 of 6 - GRADE LEVEL 6-12
Intro to Art Journaling - Class 6 Prompts
Continue Art Journaling by following the prompts in the next classes in this series. Shawnacy Kiker Perez gives students prompts to inspire new pages in their journal. Class 6 prompts: Inspired by an Artist, Altered Fairy Tale, Something Unexpected and Lyrics. CLASS 6 of 6- GRADE LEVEL 6-12
Printable Projects - Week 1
Need a break from screen time? Check out our Printable Project series a compilation of downloadable, printable art and creative writing resources. CLASS 1 of 5 - GRADE LEVELS K-12
Printable Projects - Week 2
Need a break from screen time? Check out our Printable Project series a compilation of downloadable, printable art and creative writing resources. CLASS 2 of 5 - GRADE LEVELS K-12