Art Lessons in Penfield, NY
Local Artists Teaching Children, Teens & Adults
The Art Stop LLC is a fine art supply store with a custom frame shop, art gallery, and a studio for art lessons for adults and children. We are proud to be a locally owned, small business in Penfield, NY. Fully employed by artists, we offer art lessons and classes for a variety of different interests. We also have Stop, Paint & Sip workshops where we provide all art supplies and instruction for acrylic paintings, alcohol ink on tile or acrylic pours! Art camp, and private events, are also conducted in our studio.
10% Discount for Seniors (65 or older), Multiple Family Member & Consecutive Class Sign-ups, just ask! Discount is for weekly lessons, not on all inclusive Stop, Paint & Sip Workshops.
None of our classes come with a registration fee. For more information about a particular art lesson or to learn more about our artists, call (585) 872-5710 or visit us today! We are happy to answer any questions you may have.
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Class Schedule (Click on any class for more info) | Class Registration Form

Fun with Art (Saturdays)
Saturdays: 11:00-11:45
Next Session: Dec 14th 2024 – Feb 8th 2025 Skip Dec 28th
Young artists will enjoy this lighthearted class. A huge variety of projects makes this class fun over and over again. Basic art concepts are introduced at an age-appropriate level, preparing the student for creative art class, when they are ready. A smock or apron is recommended for this class. Class limit 10
Supply List:
- Drawing pad w/perforated top 9 x 12 or 11 x 14
- 1 set Cray-Pas any size, or 6 or 12 set of Playcolor (dry tempera sticks)
- 2B pencil, eraser
- All other supplies will be supplied by The Art Stop

Creative Art Class Saturday
Saturday: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Next Session: Dec 14th 2024 – Feb 8th 2025, Skip Dec 28th
Cost: $115 for 8 weeks
Ages 9-12
In this class, students learn to draw what they see. Proportion, perspective, composition, basic forms, negative space, and tonal value are emphasized. Pencil, charcoal, pastel and paint are used. Students will be given projects based on their ability. Class limit: 12
Materials List
- Drawing pad w/perforated top 9 x 12 or 11 x 14
- Chalk pastel set of 24 or 48 student grade is fine
- Medium and soft Charcoal pencil
- 4 graphite drawing pencils, hard, med & soft
- Metal sharpener
- Pink pearl eraser
- Kneaded eraser
- Blending tortillions
Kits are available for purchase, if you call ahead we will put one together. All other supplies will be supplied by The Art Stop

Flower City Figure Study

*New* Watercolor Pen & Ink
Tuesdays: 6:00-8:00 pm
Next Session 12/3/24 – 1/21/25 Skip 12/10, 12/24, 12/31
Cost $139 5 weeks
Join Carole Agosto to create this beautiful look in watercolor pen & ink. In this course students will learn to draw objects to landscapes by using pen and adding watercolor to bring the picture to life. Students will improve their skills, and learn how to mix colors. A printed photos will be provided for students in advance. We will work from a variety of photos such as buildings, cars, landscapes, etc. There will be demonstrations through out the weeks. Beginner to Intermediate are welcome.
- Materials List:
- Watercolor paper 9 x 12 30 sheets Canson Montval pad
- Watercolors 8 colors Talens
- Micron pen no .05
- Brush 8 round
- Wash Brush
- Mop Brush
- Kneaded eraser
- Mechanical pencil
- Paper towels
- Watercolor palette with wells
- 9 x 12 sketch pad (for value study)
- Several Graphite Pencils (for value study)
- 3/4″ or 1″ Artist Tape
- Board to tape down watercolor paper

*New* Daytime Drawing 101
Instructor: Victoria Brzustowicz
Weds: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Teen to Adult
Cost: $129 for 7 Weeks
Weds 11:00-12:30 1/8/25 – 2/26/25, skip 2/19
Can’t draw but want to? Can draw but want to get better? In this class you will use pencil, charcoal, and pastel to learn basic forms, one and two point perspective, negative space, tonal value and proportion. Use these fundamentals to draw anything. Drawing accurately is the basis for all other fine art mediums. You need to be able to accurately sketch out your canvas or paper before going on the next step.
- Materials List:
- Drawing pad w/perforated top 9 x 12 or 11 X 14
- hake brush
- 4 graphite drawing pencils, hard, med & soft
- metal sharpener
- pink pearl eraser
- kneaded eraser
- blending tortillions
- Vine Charcoal
- Kit portfolio bag at cost with purchase of kit
- Kits are available for purchase

Fun with Art (Saturdays)
Saturdays: 11:00-11:45
Next Session: Dec 14th 2024 – Feb 8th 2025 Skip Dec 28th
Young artists will enjoy this lighthearted class. A huge variety of projects makes this class fun over and over again. Basic art concepts are introduced at an age-appropriate level, preparing the student for creative art class, when they are ready. A smock or apron is recommended for this class. Class limit 10
Supply List:
- Drawing pad w/perforated top 9 x 12 or 11 x 14
- 1 set Cray-Pas any size, or 6 or 12 set of Playcolor (dry tempera sticks)
- 2B pencil, eraser
- All other supplies will be supplied by The Art Stop

Creative Art Class Saturday
Saturday: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Next Session: Dec 14th 2024 – Feb 8th 2025, Skip Dec 28th
Cost: $115 for 8 weeks
Ages 9-12
In this class, students learn to draw what they see. Proportion, perspective, composition, basic forms, negative space, and tonal value are emphasized. Pencil, charcoal, pastel and paint are used. Students will be given projects based on their ability. Class limit: 12
Materials List
- Drawing pad w/perforated top 9 x 12 or 11 x 14
- Chalk pastel set of 24 or 48 student grade is fine
- Medium and soft Charcoal pencil
- 4 graphite drawing pencils, hard, med & soft
- Metal sharpener
- Pink pearl eraser
- Kneaded eraser
- Blending tortillions
Kits are available for purchase, if you call ahead we will put one together. All other supplies will be supplied by The Art Stop

Flower City Figure Study

*New* Watercolor Pen & Ink
Tuesdays: 6:00-8:00 pm
Next Session 12/3/24 – 1/21/25 Skip 12/10, 12/24, 12/31
Cost $139 5 weeks
Join Carole Agosto to create this beautiful look in watercolor pen & ink. In this course students will learn to draw objects to landscapes by using pen and adding watercolor to bring the picture to life. Students will improve their skills, and learn how to mix colors. A printed photos will be provided for students in advance. We will work from a variety of photos such as buildings, cars, landscapes, etc. There will be demonstrations through out the weeks. Beginner to Intermediate are welcome.
- Materials List:
- Watercolor paper 9 x 12 30 sheets Canson Montval pad
- Watercolors 8 colors Talens
- Micron pen no .05
- Brush 8 round
- Wash Brush
- Mop Brush
- Kneaded eraser
- Mechanical pencil
- Paper towels
- Watercolor palette with wells
- 9 x 12 sketch pad (for value study)
- Several Graphite Pencils (for value study)
- 3/4″ or 1″ Artist Tape
- Board to tape down watercolor paper

*New* Daytime Drawing 101
Instructor: Victoria Brzustowicz
Weds: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Teen to Adult
Cost: $129 for 7 Weeks
Weds 11:00-12:30 1/8/25 – 2/26/25, skip 2/19
Can’t draw but want to? Can draw but want to get better? In this class you will use pencil, charcoal, and pastel to learn basic forms, one and two point perspective, negative space, tonal value and proportion. Use these fundamentals to draw anything. Drawing accurately is the basis for all other fine art mediums. You need to be able to accurately sketch out your canvas or paper before going on the next step.
- Materials List:
- Drawing pad w/perforated top 9 x 12 or 11 X 14
- hake brush
- 4 graphite drawing pencils, hard, med & soft
- metal sharpener
- pink pearl eraser
- kneaded eraser
- blending tortillions
- Vine Charcoal
- Kit portfolio bag at cost with purchase of kit
- Kits are available for purchase

Pastel Painting with Colette Savage
Next Session: 1/16/25 -2/13/25
Thurs 6:00-8:00
$139 5 weeks
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Fun with Art (Saturdays)
Saturdays: 11:00-11:45
Next Session: Dec 14th 2024 – Feb 8th 2025 Skip Dec 28th
Young artists will enjoy this lighthearted class. A huge variety of projects makes this class fun over and over again. Basic art concepts are introduced at an age-appropriate level, preparing the student for creative art class, when they are ready. A smock or apron is recommended for this class. Class limit 10
Supply List:
- Drawing pad w/perforated top 9 x 12 or 11 x 14
- 1 set Cray-Pas any size, or 6 or 12 set of Playcolor (dry tempera sticks)
- 2B pencil, eraser
- All other supplies will be supplied by The Art Stop

Creative Art Class Saturday
Saturday: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Next Session: Dec 14th 2024 – Feb 8th 2025, Skip Dec 28th
Cost: $115 for 8 weeks
Ages 9-12
In this class, students learn to draw what they see. Proportion, perspective, composition, basic forms, negative space, and tonal value are emphasized. Pencil, charcoal, pastel and paint are used. Students will be given projects based on their ability. Class limit: 12
Materials List
- Drawing pad w/perforated top 9 x 12 or 11 x 14
- Chalk pastel set of 24 or 48 student grade is fine
- Medium and soft Charcoal pencil
- 4 graphite drawing pencils, hard, med & soft
- Metal sharpener
- Pink pearl eraser
- Kneaded eraser
- Blending tortillions
Kits are available for purchase, if you call ahead we will put one together. All other supplies will be supplied by The Art Stop

Flower City Figure Study

*New* Watercolor Pen & Ink
Tuesdays: 6:00-8:00 pm
Next Session 12/3/24 – 1/21/25 Skip 12/10, 12/24, 12/31
Cost $139 5 weeks
Join Carole Agosto to create this beautiful look in watercolor pen & ink. In this course students will learn to draw objects to landscapes by using pen and adding watercolor to bring the picture to life. Students will improve their skills, and learn how to mix colors. A printed photos will be provided for students in advance. We will work from a variety of photos such as buildings, cars, landscapes, etc. There will be demonstrations through out the weeks. Beginner to Intermediate are welcome.
- Materials List:
- Watercolor paper 9 x 12 30 sheets Canson Montval pad
- Watercolors 8 colors Talens
- Micron pen no .05
- Brush 8 round
- Wash Brush
- Mop Brush
- Kneaded eraser
- Mechanical pencil
- Paper towels
- Watercolor palette with wells
- 9 x 12 sketch pad (for value study)
- Several Graphite Pencils (for value study)
- 3/4″ or 1″ Artist Tape
- Board to tape down watercolor paper

*New* Daytime Drawing 101
Instructor: Victoria Brzustowicz
Weds: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Teen to Adult
Cost: $129 for 7 Weeks
Weds 11:00-12:30 1/8/25 – 2/26/25, skip 2/19
Can’t draw but want to? Can draw but want to get better? In this class you will use pencil, charcoal, and pastel to learn basic forms, one and two point perspective, negative space, tonal value and proportion. Use these fundamentals to draw anything. Drawing accurately is the basis for all other fine art mediums. You need to be able to accurately sketch out your canvas or paper before going on the next step.
- Materials List:
- Drawing pad w/perforated top 9 x 12 or 11 X 14
- hake brush
- 4 graphite drawing pencils, hard, med & soft
- metal sharpener
- pink pearl eraser
- kneaded eraser
- blending tortillions
- Vine Charcoal
- Kit portfolio bag at cost with purchase of kit
- Kits are available for purchase

Pastel Painting with Colette Savage
Next Session: 1/16/25 -2/13/25
Thurs 6:00-8:00
$139 5 weeks
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Fun with Art (Saturdays)
Saturdays: 11:00-11:45
Next Session: Dec 14th 2024 – Feb 8th 2025 Skip Dec 28th
Young artists will enjoy this lighthearted class. A huge variety of projects makes this class fun over and over again. Basic art concepts are introduced at an age-appropriate level, preparing the student for creative art class, when they are ready. A smock or apron is recommended for this class. Class limit 10
Supply List:
- Drawing pad w/perforated top 9 x 12 or 11 x 14
- 1 set Cray-Pas any size, or 6 or 12 set of Playcolor (dry tempera sticks)
- 2B pencil, eraser
- All other supplies will be supplied by The Art Stop

Creative Art Class Saturday
Saturday: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Next Session: Dec 14th 2024 – Feb 8th 2025, Skip Dec 28th
Cost: $115 for 8 weeks
Ages 9-12
In this class, students learn to draw what they see. Proportion, perspective, composition, basic forms, negative space, and tonal value are emphasized. Pencil, charcoal, pastel and paint are used. Students will be given projects based on their ability. Class limit: 12
Materials List
- Drawing pad w/perforated top 9 x 12 or 11 x 14
- Chalk pastel set of 24 or 48 student grade is fine
- Medium and soft Charcoal pencil
- 4 graphite drawing pencils, hard, med & soft
- Metal sharpener
- Pink pearl eraser
- Kneaded eraser
- Blending tortillions
Kits are available for purchase, if you call ahead we will put one together. All other supplies will be supplied by The Art Stop

Flower City Figure Study

*New* Daytime Drawing 101
Instructor: Victoria Brzustowicz
Weds: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Teen to Adult
Cost: $129 for 7 Weeks
Weds 11:00-12:30 1/8/25 – 2/26/25, skip 2/19
Can’t draw but want to? Can draw but want to get better? In this class you will use pencil, charcoal, and pastel to learn basic forms, one and two point perspective, negative space, tonal value and proportion. Use these fundamentals to draw anything. Drawing accurately is the basis for all other fine art mediums. You need to be able to accurately sketch out your canvas or paper before going on the next step.
- Materials List:
- Drawing pad w/perforated top 9 x 12 or 11 X 14
- hake brush
- 4 graphite drawing pencils, hard, med & soft
- metal sharpener
- pink pearl eraser
- kneaded eraser
- blending tortillions
- Vine Charcoal
- Kit portfolio bag at cost with purchase of kit
- Kits are available for purchase

Pastel Painting with Colette Savage
Next Session: 1/16/25 -2/13/25
Thurs 6:00-8:00
$139 5 weeks
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Private lessons available starting at $40 an hour for drawing lessons & $50 an hour for painting lessons, minimum 2 hours. Home school classes also available! Please call us and ask for Cindy to set up the class.
Team Building Workshops
Build team spirit by creating something together. Relieve stress and create a sense of accomplishment. In the end your team has a painting to hang in their office or a glass painting exercise to be proud of! Contact Cindy at the Art Stop LLC for more information.
Cancellation Policy: There will be no refund if cancellation isn’t at least 5 business days prior to first class. There will be a $10 administration fee for cancellation. Medical exceptions require a doctors note stating that you are physically unable to attend.
Behavior problems deemed sufficiently disruptive will result in a child’s removal from a class, no refunds are made in these cases. For all children’s classes, kids should bring a smock/old shirt. Classes may be cancelled at the discretion of The Art Stop LLC if class minimums are not met.