FAA Painesville

Meet the Instructors

Visual Arts

  • Instructor: Jen Boehmer
    • For ages 2-6 with an adult
  • Friday’s from 10:00am to 12:00pm
    • From February 2nd to May 20th, 2024
    • Class #: VASP2402A
Flexible times and days for your convenience! Purchase three classes and use them on any “Preschool Art Time” day during our Spring Session. Stop by between 10:00am and 12:00pm when it is convenient for you. Little ones, with a caregiver, will smear, splat, and explore. Paint, oil pastels, markers, and a multitude of art media will be used. Easily purchase more classes when you run out. Due to this class using different art supplies, enrollment is suggested for those who no longer explore by putting items in their mouth. 
  • Instructor: Caitlin Van Niel
    • For ages 2-6 with an adult
  • Monday’s from 10:30am to 11:30am
    • Session 1: 01/29/2024-03/18/2024 
    • Class #: VASP2443A
    • Session 2: 04/08/2024-05/13/2024 
    • Class #: VASP2443B
Preschoolers and their caregivers will use fabrics and other textures while making amazing creations together. Perfect for the sensory seeking child, and for caregivers wanting to develop more screen-free activities for their preschoolers, each caregiver/preschooler team will create their own quiet-time kit to be used for independent educational play. 

Instructors: Jen Boehmer & Grace Markulin

  • For ages 2-6

Leapin’ Literature: Little ones, with a caregiver, explore favorite children’s books through music and art experiences.

  • Session 1: Thursday’s from 10:00am-11:15am, 02/08/2024-02/29/2024
    • Class #: MASP2407A
  • Session 3: Thursday’s from 10:00am-11:15am, 04/25/2024-05/16/2024
    • Class #: MASP2407B 

Nursery Rhyme Time: Little ones, with a caregiver, explore nursery rhymes through music and art experiences.

  • Session 2: Thursday’s from 10:00am-11:15am, 03/14/2024-04/11/2024
    • Class #: MASP2405A

Instructor: Jen Boehmer

  • Art Club I
    • For ages 6-9
    •  Session 1: Friday’s from 4:00pm to 5:00pm, 01/26/2024-03/15/2024
      • Class #: VASP2418A 
    • Session 2: Friday’s from 4:00pm to 5:00pm, 04/05/2024-05/24/2024
      • Class #: VASP2418B
  • Art Club II
    • For ages 9-12
    • Session 1: Friday’s from 5:15pm-6:15pm, 01/26/2024-03/15/2024
      • Class#: VASP2419A
    • Session 2: Friday’s from 5:15pm-6:15pm, 04/05/2024-05/24/2024
      • Class#: VASP2419B

Drawing and painting with unique crafty creations and fun art techniques sprinkled in too! Students will explore their own ideas and creativity in their artwork. A large variety of art media will be used. 

Instructor: Julie Krofcheck

  • Creative Painting and Drawing I
    • For ages 6-9
    • Monday’s from 5:15pm to 6:15pm, 01/22/2024-04/15/2024
      • Class #: VASP2415PV
    • Children will build their skills with an extensive variety of drawing and painting tools and supplies. Students explore in a creative environment while learning techniques and strategies.
  • Creative Painting and Drawing II
    • For ages 9-12
    • Wednesday’s from 6:15pm to 7:15pm, 01/24/2024-04/17/2024  
      • Class#: VASP2416PV
    • For the young artist looking to grow! Students experiment with watercolor techniques, build their skill level with acrylic, and elevate their drawing ability while developing their own unique style. Beginners through advanced students are welcome. 
  • Creative Painting and Drawing III
    • For ages 12-15
    • Monday’s from 6:30pm to 7:30pm, 01/22/2024-04/15/2024  
      • Class#: VASP2417PV
    • Create unique pieces with your own style while learning key skills that take quality to the next level. Class teaches lessons on drawing and painting concepts that students will carry through their artistic journey. Beginners through advanced students are welcome. 

Instructor: Dianne Stiver-Lang

  • for ages 4-6
  • Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
    • Session 1: From August 27 to October 15, 2021
      • Class #: VAF2120A
    • Session 2: October 22 to December 17, 2021
      • Class #: VAF2120B

Little hands, big projects! Young children explore clay as they create seasonal-themed items

Instructors: Melissa Sexstella & Ann Marie Raddell

  • for ages 2-5 with caregiver
  • Mondays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
    • From November 8 to November 29, 2021
      • Class #: MAF2103

Little ones with a caregiver explore their favorite books, such as Pete the Cat and Brown Bear through music and art experiences. Each class includes a one-half hour of art and one-half hour of music each week. 

Instructor: Melissa Sexstella

  • for ages 3-5
  • Location: Outside at FAA!
  • Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
    • On May 12, 19, 26, and June 2, 2021
    • (weather make-up class on June 9) 
      • Class #: VASP2101

The class encourages children to be creative and experiment with a wide variety of engaging art supplies. Little ones, with a caregiver, will draw, paint, and collage their way to discovering the world of art through their own unique creations. Artwork will celebrate the season and showcase their imaginations. Weather make-up day is June 9, 2021.

Due to COVID-19, an additional $5 supply fee is included to cover the cost of materials.

Instructors: Melissa Sexstella & Ann Marie Raddell

  • for ages 2-5 with caregiver
  • Mondays April 12th, 19th, 26th, and May 3rd 

2 sections to choose from: 

  • 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. in-person at FAA
    • (Class #: MASP2101)
  • 11:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Live Music Online
    • (Class #: MASP2102)

Nursery Rhyme Time offers uplifting fun! Together with your 2-5 year old, explore nursery rhymes through music and art experiences. Class includes one-half hour of visual art/felt play and one-half hour of music each week. Engaging multi-arts experiences also include preschool readiness skills like counting, shapes, and colors. All art supplies are included!

Due to COVID-19, an additional $5 supply fee is included to cover the cost of materials. All supplies provided.

Instructor: Kathy Mercer

Join the waitlist: *Should more spots open, individuals will be contacted in the order of waitlist registration.*

  • for ages 2-4 with a caregiver
    • Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. 
    • From June 19 to July 24, 2021
      • Class #: VAS2105

For little ones with their caregiver! Smear, splat, and explore a multitude of art media and experiences.

Due to COVID-19, an additional $5 supply fee is included to cover the cost of materials.

Instructor: Dianne Stiver-Lang

Join the waitlist: *Should more spots open, individuals will be contacted in the order of waitlist registration.*

  • for ages 3-5
    • Mondays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. 
    • From June 14 to July 26, 2021
      • Class #: VAS2120

For little ones with their caregiver! Smear, splat, and explore a multitude of art media and experiences.

Due to COVID-19, an additional $5 supply fee is included to cover the cost of materials.

Instructor: Kathy Mercer

  • for ages 3-5
    • Mondays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • From June 14 to July 26, 2021
      • Class #: VAS2103

Create all the fun of summer in all types of media!

Due to COVID-19, an additional $5 supply fee is included to cover the cost of materials.

Instructor: Kathy Mercer

  • for ages 4-6
  • Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
  • From June 19 to July 24, 2021
    • Class #: VAS2104

Paint, draw, cut, glue, and more fun! Enjoy all types of media as we create everything from a collage to a masterpiece! Parents are welcome to stay.

Due to COVID-19, an additional $5 supply fee is included to cover the cost of materials.

Instructor: Kathy Mercer

  • for ages 3-6
  • Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  • From June 17 to July 22, 2021
    • Class #: VAS2109

Each week our young artists will create their own versions of “Eric Carle’s Artwork.” Mr. Seahors; The Very Lonely Firefly; The Grouchy Ladybug; Have You Seen My Cat?; Papa, Please Get the Moon For Me, and finally, The Very Hungry Caterpillar! A combination of markers, crayons, watercolor, glue, and tissue paper will be used. In addition, extra embellishments each week to make the students’ artwork special!

Due to COVID-19, an additional $5 supply fee is included to cover the cost of materials.

Instructor: Kathy Mercer

Session 1:

  • for ages 2-4 with a caregiver
  • Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. 
  • From 1/30/2021 to 3/06/2021
    • Class #: VASP2103A

Session 2:

  • for ages 2-4 with a caregiver
  • Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. 
  • 3/03/2021 to 4/17/2021
    • Class #: VASP2103B
Little ones with a caregiver! Smear, splat, and explore a multitude of art media and experiences.

Due to COVID-19, an additional $5 supply fee is included to cover the cost of materials.

Instructor: Kathy Mercer

Session 1:

  • for ages 4-6
  • Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
  • 1/20/2021 to 3/06/2021
    • Class #: VASP2104A

Session 2:

  • for ages 4-6
  • Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
  • 3/13/2021 to 4/17/2021
    • Class #: VASP2104B
Paint, draw, cut, glue, and more fun! Enjoy all types of media as we create everything from a collage to a masterpiece! Parents are welcome to stay.

Due to COVID-19, an additional $5 supply fee is included to cover the cost of materials.

Music

Instructors: Jen Boehmer & Grace Markulin

  • For ages 2-6

Leapin’ Literature: Little ones, with a caregiver, explore favorite children’s books through music and art experiences.

  • Session 1: Thursday’s from 10:00am-11:15am, 02/08/2024-02/29/2024
    • Class #: MASP2407A
  • Session 3: Thursday’s from 10:00am-11:15am, 04/25/2024-05/16/2024
    • Class #: MASP2407B 

Nursery Rhyme Time: Little ones, with a caregiver, explore nursery rhymes through music and art experiences.

  • Session 2: Thursday’s from 10:00am-11:15am, 03/14/2024-04/11/2024
    • Class #: MASP2405A

Instructor: Jodi Dobos, MT-BC

Ages infant to 6 w/ adult

Music Makin’: Designed for young children of ALL abilities! Bounce, wiggle, sing and have fun with your munchkin. This class engages you and your child in singing, playing, instruments, and movement experiences while encouraging bonding, stimulating the senses, promoting learning and creating opportunities for socialization.

Choose between two different times and three different sessions throughout the spring semester.

 
  • Instructor: Grace Markulin, MA, MT-BC
    • For ages 13+
    • Session 1: Thursday’s from 5:00pm-5:45pm, 02/15/2024-03/21/2024
    • Session 2: Thursday’s from 5:00pm-5:45pm, 04/11/2024-05/16/2024

Instructors: Melissa Sexstella & Ann Marie Raddell

  • for ages 2-5 with caregiver
  • Mondays April 12th, 19th, 26th, and May 3rd 

Two times to choose from:

  • 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. in-person at FAA
    • (Class #: MASP2101)
  • 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. in-person at FAA
    • (Class #: MASP2101B)

Nursery Rhyme Time offers uplifting fun. Together with your 2-5-year-old, explore nursery rhymes through music and art experiences. Class includes a one-half hour of visual art/felt play and one-half hour of music each week. Engaging multi-arts experiences also include preschool readiness skills like counting, shapes, and colors. All art supplies are included!

Due to COVID-19, an additional $5 supply fee is included to cover the cost of materials.

Instructor: Ann Marie Raddell

for students birth to age 5

4 sections to choose from: 

  • Thursdays 10:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. in person at FAA (4 weeks)
    • Class #: MSP2101C
  • Mondays 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. in person at FAA (3 weeks)
    • Class #: MSP2101F
  • Thursdays 10:45 a.m.-11:15 a.m. in-person at FAA (4 weeks)
    • Class #: MSP2101D
  • Thursdays 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in person at FAA (4 weeks)
    • Class #: MSP2101E
  • Instructor: Ann Marie Raddell MT-BC, NICU MT
  • for students birth to age 5
    • On Tuesdays: July 6, 13, and 20, 2021
    • From July 6 to July 20, 2021

Two sections to choose from: 

  • 10:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. in person at FAA 
    • (Class #: MS2101A) 
  • 10:45 a.m.-11:15 a.m. in-person at FAA
    • (Class #: MS2101B) 

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