Your Own Path to Creativity
Learn directly from an Oscar® Award-winning LAIKA artist — animation, painting, felting, and more in an inclusive space.
We’ve built a sensory-supportive art space where every way of thinking, processing, and creating is welcome. Our small-group, membership-based classes pair like-minded creatives together, fostering authentic expression, confidence, and community.— Make Art PDX
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Membership-Based After-School Classes
Our small-group art classes (max 5 students) are designed around sensory needs and age groups, giving every child the space and support they need to thrive. Classes include structured projects, regulation breaks, and open exploration.
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A Creative Space for All Ways of Thinking
We pair like-minded creatives together to build confidence, encourage collaboration, and support unique creative processes. This approach helps every artist feel seen, understood, and excited to create
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Free Open Studio With Membership
During Open Studio, young artists explore at their own pace while guardians enjoy our quiet lounge, Wi-Fi, and refreshments. An adult must remain on-site during each session.
Designed For How Your Artist Learns
We’ve designed our art space with families in mind, creating small, supportive classes where every learner can thrive.
✔️Small Class Sizes
With a maximum of 5 students per group, every learner gets personalized attention and support from a trained instructor.
✔️Adaptive Teaching
Lessons are flexible, adjusting to each learner’s pace, interests, and comfort level to build confidence and self-expression.
✔️ Sensory-Supportive Spaces
Quiet corners, movement-friendly areas, and tactile materials help each learner feel safe, regulated, and ready to create.
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Add a Little Color to Your Life — and Theirs
Every shirt, sticker, and tote you buy supports our scholarship fund, helping more kids access the arts.
MAKE ART PDX: SE PORTLAND
Make Art PDX is a welcoming, 1,700-square-foot sensory-supportive studio designed for small groups and big creativity. With quiet corners, open tables, and stations for painting, animation, felting, and digital art
After School Hours: 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: 4511 SE Main St. Portland OR 97215