Children's Art Classes in
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Children’s Art Classes offers a studio-based fine arts program featuring a comprehensive nine-month curriculum with weekly instruction in drawing, painting, design, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, and more. Recognized for the exceptional work of its students, this award-winning program provides a rich and diverse education across more than 40 areas of art. Designed for children ages three and up, our classes nurture creativity, develop technical skills, and inspire a lifelong love of the arts.

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Address: 1111 Meridian Ave #3, San Jose, CA 95125
Email: ShirlyE@childrensartclasses.com
Phone: 408.837.2702
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Classes & Workshops Offered at this Studio

Tiny Hands (3-4 year olds)

Introduction to Art (5-6 year olds)

Beginning Art (7-8 year olds)

Art 1 (9+ year olds)

Homeschool Art Curriculum

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Meet Our Team

Teachers

Cheu Wong

Cheu Wong

With a unique blend of artistic talent, technical expertise, and early childhood education experience, Cheu Wong brings a creative and thoughtful approach to teaching art. She holds a B.A. in Art from San Jose State University with a concentration in Pictorial Art, as well as a B.S. in Computer Science from Wichita State University. She also completed early childhood education coursework at De Anza College.

Over the years, Cheu taught art at Montessori Preschool and led community-based art lessons and art playgroups, fostering creativity and cultural appreciation in young children. Her skills span a wide range of artistic disciplines, including painting, drawing, ceramics, graphic design, and textiles. She is also fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese, which allows her to connect with students from diverse backgrounds.

Cheu’s goal as an art educator is to inspire students of all ages to explore their creativity, build confidence, and discover joy through artistic expression.

Studio Owner

Lucky & Shirly Effendi

Lucky & Shirly Effendi

Lucky is a seasoned IT professional with over 15 years of experience leading digital transformations, enhancing operational efficiency and driving innovation in global organizations. His experience in fostering collaborative environments and streamlining processes equips him to create a space where children can thrive and explore their full potential.
Shirly, with her lifelong passion for art and design, earned a degree in Graphic Design. After spending over a decade working in both design studios and as a freelancer, Shirly became a full-time homemaker, dedicating herself to homeschooling the children.

For us, art is much more than just a creative outlet—it’s a vital part of a child’s development. Art encourages emotional expression, fuels imagination, and enhances critical thinking. We’re passionate about creating an environment where children can explore their artistic potential, building confidence and fostering lifelong skills through creativity.

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