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Best Places For Arts & Crafts For The Whole Family In Los Angeles

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Kids and parents alike love to participate in arts and crafts. After school and a heavy load of homework, we all want some activities that are just for fun. Although some art spaces are more kid friendly than others, they all provide services to help the artist young or old to hone their craft and make things of beauty. Often they have special classes that include live models and other special program participation. Here are a few places to take classes and study fine art or just bring the family for a fun afternoon of arts and crafts in Los Angeles.

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Carter Sexton Artist Materials
5308 Laurel Canyon Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91607
(818) 763-5050
www.cartersexton.com

This classic art supply store is full of ideas and classes for the family. If you have serious interests in fine art or even if you just want a great place to have quality time with the kids, Carter Sexton is a great choice. When you go inside, you'll see the amazing paintings from the local artists in this area. Find out more about their programs and daily activity schedules here.

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Art Works Studio and Classroom
660 N. Larchmont Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(323) 463-2562
www.artworksstudio.org

Featuring a creative space which is a great place for classes, parties and camps, Art Works Studio maintains a full agenda of activities for every level from the earliest beginner to more advanced instruction for a more accomplished artist. The people there are terrific and will work with you to create an event that is creative and fun for the whole family. This little area of Larchmont is a great place to bring the kids. It feels like a tiny village with quaint little shops for ice cream and other kid-friendly activities. Find out more here.

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LACMA - Los Angeles County Museum of Art
5905 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 857-6000
www.lacma.org

Known worldwide, LACMA provides classes and opportunities to tour the museum, take an art class, or listen to a speaker. Their calendar is full of daily events for artists of all ages. If you're searching for a place for grandparents to bond with your kids, suggest they spend the day at LACMA. They have educational programs available throughout the year. A day at LACMA is always a great way to see the best in Los Angeles.

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Froggy's Mobile Arts and Crafts
PO Box 4392
Valley Village, CA 91617
www.froggysartsandcrafts.com

What's better than an art service that will come to your home and set up an art class in your living room? Sounds pretty great to us! If you want a party on a special occasion, they can cater the entire event. For the more practical afternoon activities for a group of students, Froggy can provide afternoon enrichment on a weekly basis for your home school group. How easy can it be to just call and book a play date for art.

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The Children's Art Studio
12217 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90025
(310) 207-0076
www.thechildrensartstudio.com

Offering progressive art teachers, The Children's Art Studio is a great place to visit for kids events and lessons for kid ages three and up. Whether you want to have the party come to you or take the mess to their art studio, they can manage the creative process to enrich the daily lives and understanding of art. Find out more about their upcoming schedule of classes here.

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