Arts on Fire is a grassroots art school offering
classes workshops for children and adults
Now serving students in Ajax and Markham Ontario!
OUR KIDS PROGRAMS
List of Services
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Pre-Portfolio Art Classes (Beginner)
For Kids (5-8), Youth (9-12), and Teens (13-17)
The perfect starting point for young artists showing signs of interest and talent for the arts! Students explore drawing, painting, and clay through fun, instructor-led projects while building creativity, confidence, and strong artistic foundations—no experience required, join anytime!
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Portfolio Art Classes (Intermediate/Advanced)List Item 1
For ages 9+
Designed for dedicated young artists ready to take their skills to the next level. Students receive structured, instructor-led training in specialized disciplines while developing advanced techniques, creative thinking, and portfolio-quality artwork.
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Pottery Courses (Beginner/Intermediate)List Item 2
For ages 12+, Markham location only.
4 week or 10 week courses. Get hands-on with clay in a fun, creative studio environment. Students learn hand building, wheel throwing, glazing, and ceramic techniques while developing craftsmanship, creativity, and confidence with every project. All materials provided. Take home what you build!
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Art & Pottery CampList Item 3
Ages 5-12. Summer, March Break, Winter and PA day camps. Experience multiple art forms. Rotate between Painting, Drawing and Clay throughout the day. A unique artistic development opportunity on their days off.
OUR ADULT OFFERINGS
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Clay Throwing Workshops (Beginner/Intermediate)(Markham Location)
Ages 18+. Markham location only.
Perfect for beginners and anyone looking to try pottery! In this one-time, 2.5-hour workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of wheel throwing with step-by-step guidance and create your own handmade ceramic pieces to keep.
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4 Week Clay Throwing Course (Beginner) (Markham Location)List Item 1
Ages 18+. Markham Location Only. Available in 4 or 10 week courses
Whether you're trying pottery for the first time or building on existing skills, our 4 week wheel throwing courses provide step-by-step instruction in a relaxed, supportive studio. Learn to center, throw, trim, glaze, and create beautiful functional ceramics you'll be proud to take home.
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10 Week Clay Throwing Course (All Levels) (Markham Location) Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Handbuilding Workshop (Beginner/Intermediate) (Markham Location)
Create functional pottery entirely by hand using traditional ceramic techniques. Shape, sculpt, and personalize one-of-a-kind pieces in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop.
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Nerikomi - Japanese Clay Marbling Workshop (All Levels) (Markham Location)
Create stunning marbled pottery using a traditional Japanese technique that blends coloured clay into beautiful one-of-a-kind patterns—no painting required.
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Adult Art Classes (Ajax Location)List Item 2
Ages 18+.
Unwind, get creative, and learn something new in our monthly art courses. Explore a variety of mediums, develop new techniques with expert instruction, and create artwork you'll be proud of in a welcoming studio environment.
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Paint Nights (Ajax Location)
Ages 18+. A fun, social night out with a creative twist! Enjoy step-by-step instruction in a relaxed atmosphere as you paint your own masterpiece to take home. No experience necessary—all materials are included.
Small Class Sizes
1:8 instructor to student ratio. Small class sizes ensure every student receives personalized instruction and individual feedback.
Expert Instructors
Industry experts and trained educators only. All instructors hold at minimum a post-secondary fine arts degree.
Free Makeup Classes
Missed a class?
Book makeup classes easily through the customer portal.
Arts on Fire Events
Stress-free online event booking for any occasion
Private and Corporate Events
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BOOK ONLINEFrom holiday and team-building events to school groups and corporate workshops, Arts on Fire creates memorable creative experiences for every occasion. Our customizable events are professionally led, stress-free to organize, and designed to bring people together through arts, From a paint party or a wheel throwing experience - we've got something to wow every crowd.
Book your event online in just a few simple steps.
Birthday Parties
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BOOK ONLINEWe believe birthday parties can be fun AND enriching! At Arts on Fire, our professionally hosted art parties combine creativity, laughter, and hands-on fun—while making party planning effortless for parents.
🎉 All-Inclusive Party Package
Everything you need for a stress-free celebration:
- Private studio rental (2 hours)
- 1-hour guided painting activity
- 30 minutes of drama games, a dance party, or karaoke
- Dedicated party hosts
- All art materials
- Studio decorations
- Pizza
- Juice
- Ice cream cake
- Plates, cups, napkins, and utensils
- A take-home painting for every guest
🎨 Essentials Party Package
All the creative fun with the essentials covered:
- Private studio rental (2 hours)
- 1-hour guided painting activity
- 30 minutes of drama games, a dance party, or karaoke
- Dedicated party hosts
- All art materials
- A take-home painting for every guest
GIFT CARDS
Your gift could ignite their passion for the arts! Select a value, personalize it with your message, and have it emailed to a friend or loved on immediately. It's the perfectly thoughtful gift for any occasion.
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