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CIA Continuing Education + Community Outreach

CIA’s Continuing Education + Community Outreach program offers dynamic art and design classes for high school students, young artists and adults.

Each semester we serve all age groups by helping each student learn new skills or improve on existing skills. Our courses take place on Cleveland’s east side at the campus of Cleveland Institute of Art.

09/18/2026

Our Fall instructor series is back!
Designed to fit into your busy schedule, these shorter classes offer a fun and flexible way to dive into art. Whether you're building on what you already know or trying something completely new, these shorter classes are a great way to get inspired and sharpen your skills!

🗓️ Courses run from 3-4 weeks starting the week of November 9
🔗 Learn more and register at cia.edu/ceco

09/15/2026

Calling all young artists! 🎨🖌️
Join us for 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝘆 at CIA on Saturday, September 26, from 1-3 PM for an afternoon of creativity, exploration, and hands-on fun. Students in grades K-8 will explore a variety of make-and-take art projects at different activity stations! We can't wait to create with you!

⚠️ Free to attend, registration required. Register at https://ce-ya-4day.youcanbook.me

08/26/2026

Last chance to register for our fall Young Artist classes! 🎨🍂
Whether your child is just beginning their artistic journey or looking to expand their skills, our classes are designed to spark creativity and build confidence through hands-on projects in a supportive‌ studio ‌environment.

🗓 Classes begin Saturday, September 12. K-4 classes run for 4 sessions. 5-8 and 9-12 classes run for 8 sessions.
🔗 Register now at https://ow.ly/NkIL50ZFovm

08/25/2026

Don't miss your chance to take Forensic Facial Reconstruction this fall! 💀🧔‍♂️
Students explore the bones and muscles that shape the human face while learning how artists and forensic specialists reconstruct facial features from a skull. This course is a great opportunity to build sculpture and drawing skills while gaining a deeper understanding of how the face is formed, making it valuable for artists, illustrators, and painters alike!

🗓 Classes begin Monday, May 11
🔗 Learn more and register now at https://ow.ly/Bs2s50ZFnRh

08/17/2026

Whether you’re curious to try something new or ready to build on the skills you already have, CIA's Continuing Education classes offer plenty of opportunities to explore, experiment, and create.

Discover the full selection of upcoming classes at: https://www.cia.edu/continuing-education/

08/12/2026

Today is International Youth Day! 🌟
Supporting youth means creating opportunities for them to explore their creativity, develop new skills and build confidence. Register for our Young Artist Classes, where students spend 4-8 weeks experimenting with a variety of mediums and bringing their ideas to life!

Young Artist Classes begin Saturday, 9/12
🔗 Explore offerings and register at https://ow.ly/Wl5150Zz0VS

08/06/2026

Our All Access Life Drawing Pass Returns! ✍️
Through our Figure Drawing Pass ($100), you'll gain access to 8 drawing sessions where you'll draw the n**e figure and receive individual critique from the moderator. Just bring your favorite drawing or painting supplies!

👉 Register at https://www.cia.edu/continuing-education/all-access-life-drawing/
🗓️ Tuesdays, September 8–October 27, 6–8PM.
⚠️ Pre-registration is required; spaces are no longer sold at entry. Session is limited to 25 students. Participants must be 18 or older to attend.

07/28/2026

This fall, we're excited to offer Intro to 3D Animation with Blender for both young artists and adults! 🎬

Artists interested in learning how to create 3D animations for TV, film, video games will explore keyframes, camera and lighting animations, manipulating a rig in pose mode and final rendering for animation!

🗓️ Adult classes begin Tuesday, 9/8 and Young Artist Classes begin Saturday, 9/12
🔗 Explore offerings and register at https://ow.ly/JXRj50ZtY6u

07/17/2026

Registration is officially open for our Fall Young Artist + Adult Classes! 🍂🎨
Unleash your creativity in our state-of-the-art facilities. Whether you're just beginning your artistic journey or you’re looking to expand your skills, our classes are designed to spark creativity through hands-on projects in a supportive‌ ‌environment!

🗓️ Fall Adult classes begin September 8, Young Artist Summer classes begin September 12
🔗 Explore offerings and register at cia.edu/ceco
#‌ArtClasses

07/16/2026

Yesterday, Pre-College students connected with our admissions counselors for one-on-one portfolio feedback!

From strengthening presentation skills to learning what makes an application stand out, students gained insight into how to elevate their portfolios, show off their creative strengths, and understand what admissions teams look for in a competitive application!
📸: Abbi Hlynosky '29

Address

11610 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH
44106

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12164217460

Website

http://www.cia.edu/continuing-education

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