About Us
Hello Art Studio is a multimedia children’s art school located in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Our expert teachers help young artists learn skills and explore creatively while having fun with other kids who love art. All in a beautiful studio designed just for them. Come join us!
Frequently Asked Questions:
How is your schedule structured?
We offer Weekly Classes during the school year. On weekends and school breaks we offer Mini Camps and Workshops.
What ages do you teach?
We teach ages 3-14.
What media do you teach?
We teach it all! Drawing, painting, sculpture, collage, printmaking, fiber arts and more. We teach new content each session in all of our classes because of the many returning students. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram to see what we’ve been creating lately.
Can I tour the studio?
We’re only open when we’re teaching, so we don’t offer in-person tours. But feel free to take a video tour here, including our second classroom that opened in 2023 when we doubled in size!
Does everyone’s art look the same?
At Hello Art Studio, we foster both skills AND creativity in each artist. We teach themed lessons featuring subject matter kids love, with lots of room for creative interpretation. In the end, each student makes their own unique works of art to be proud of.
Is a certain skill level required? Do you assess students?
All children who enjoy making art and want to learn more are welcome to join us. We meet our students where they are and take it from there, no assessment or particular skill level required.
Meet Our Instructors
Christine Thornton is the founder and owner of Hello Art Studio. Ms. Christine was an elementary school art teacher, a children’s book illustrator and taught art lessons out of her house for many years. In 2019, her long time dream of creating a teaching studio for children came true when she opened Hello Art Studio. Now Ms. Christine teaches Weekly Classes, Mini Camps, and Workshops at Hello Art Studio. She specializes in teaching a wide variety of media, including painting, drawing from observation, and sculpture.
Lauren Chaharbakhshi is a former science teacher turned artist. Ms. Lauren has been a valuable part of the Hello Art Studio team since we opened in 2019. Ms. Lauren teaches Weekly Classes, Workshops, and Mini Camps. She specializes in working with young children and developing our Little Artists Explore curriculum. She also teaches abstract paint pouring, crafts, and fiber arts.
Tara Schile has a background in theater, education and art. At Hello Art Studio, Ms. Tara teaches Art Parties, Workshops and Mini Camps. She specializes in fantasy and science fiction fan art, creating costumes, voice acting, and making birthdays special.
Lori Ann Greidanus has almost 20 years of teaching experience with a background in reading and art. Ms. Lori Ann is a substitute teacher in Arlington Heights, and is thrilled to be a Little Artists Explore teacher at Hello Art Studio.
We’d love to see you in the studio!
Read what families are saying about Hello Art Studio:
“We both love the creative environment and caring teachers! I love that the cost of these classes is very comparable to alternatives in this area while providing a remarkably higher quality experience. ”
“A. has been so inspired by your art classes! We love your studio and thank you for bringing the creativity!”
“Ms. Christine is EXCELLENT with the kids and as a teacher! She has really poured herself into her classes.”
“Christine!!! M. & A. are of course super excited for class! They (and us Mama’s) think the world of you.”
“We love Hello Art Studio. They make art possible and beautiful. The lessons are structured and organized thoughtfully so learning is maximized.”
“M. and V. were really engaged and couldn’t have enjoyed ALL the lessons more! What a nice environment you have for these little artists to create their own masterpieces. Thank you for a great experience. ”
“Just wanted to say your studio is adorable and Miss Lauren is the sweetest!!! G. had the best time!! We look forward to fun classes like this in the fall! ”