What ages do you accept?

I accept students ages 5 to adult.

Do you offer homeschool/Charter School classes?

Currently, yes, however, this may change due to the passage of legislative bill AB84.

Do you provide makeup classes for missed classes?

Yes, makeup classes are granted to students who miss class whether they miss the class for personal reasons or if Inspyr Arts cancels the class for any reason. However, there is a maximum of 2 makeup class credits at any given time. Once credits are used, more makeup classes can be credited to a maximum of 2.

Do you offer discounts for siblings or if my child takes more than one class each week?

Unfortunately, no. Due to limited seating, I can’t offer discounts for siblings or if you or your child takes more than one class. All students must pay full price for each class, course, camp, or special event.

What qualifies Dylan Stewart to teach art?

I have 20 years professional experience as an illustrator and graphic designer, plus an additional 5 years as a full time art instructor for all age groups. I also teach art and art history at LBUSD elementary schools as part of the Inspyr Arts School Program. I am also an accomplished artist in classical, atelier-based art. You can learn more about me here.

Will you provide my child with lessons in color theory, watercolor, Oil and acrylic painting, sculpture, graphic design, composition, etc.?

No, lessons are in drawing and illustration only. However, the studio is fully stocked with the tools and materials for pursing any of these mediums. If a student wishes to learn more about any of these topics or art mediums they will be given individual instruction following the drawing lesson. A student’s only requirement is to complete the drawing lesson during each class (coloring a drawing is not required for any age group). They are not required or coerced into learning art subjects or techniques or mediums that don’t interest them. Aside from the drawing lesson, they are given full autonomy over their creative interests and pursuits. Students will advance over time and adopt new techniques and experiment with new mediums at their own pace. This approach leads to mastery and a love of the experience of making art.

I want my child to learn more advanced art techniques. Will you provide these lessons?

No, however…

If the student wishes to learn more advanced or new art techniques or mediums they will be given the opportunity and the necessary instruction. If I observe a student advancing in a specific creative direction, I will offer more advanced instruction. However, if the student decides they’re not interested in the additional instruction, it will not be forced upon them. It must be the student’s decision.

The goal of my instruction is not to coerce students into producing advanced artworks for the purpose of impressing parents or others, but, rather, to help students learn to love the process of making art. This is the first goal of becoming an accomplished artist. Skill, application of advanced techniques, a deep understanding of a range of art subjects, and artwork that dazzles an audience is secondary and emerges over time and only after learning to truly enjoy the process of making art.

I’m not impressed with the quality and quantity of my child’s artwork. How do I know they’re advancing?

If your child enjoys attending Inspyr Arts, looks forward to each class, and doesn’t need to be coerced into attending every class, then they are advancing.

Can I Attend class with my child and help them with their artwork?

No, parents are not permitted in the main studio space during class. The exception is for neurodiverse students that require a parent or aide.

Do you provide art therapy?

No, I don’t have the licensing or credentials to provide art therapy. Art therapy can only be provided by a professional mental health specialist. I discourage any parents from bringing children to Inspyr Arts for the purpose of addressing mental health issues.

Can my autistic or Neurodiverse child attend inspyr Arts?

Yes, absolutely! I have several neurodiverse students. They are some of my best students. They bring a tremendous amount of creativity and personality to Inspyr Arts. If you are interested in having your neurodiverse child attend, please be aware that, depending on their needs, an aide or parent may be required to attend class with them.

Can I get a refund for missed classes?

No, there are no refunds or payment adjustments for missed classes, holiday closures, or classes I have cancelled. Monthly tuition is for a seat at Inspyr Arts and not for student attendance.

How can I cancel my enrollment and auto-debit?

There are three options for cancelling your enrollment and your auto-debit. You can email hello@inspyrarts.com, or call 562-786-9075 (Monday-Friday, 3:30pm-6pm), or you can cancel at your convenience by logging into your account at www.inspyrarts.com/account/login

IMPORTANT: please be aware that you are responsible for cancelling your account and auto-debit. If you leave Inspyr Arts without notifying Dylan, or by cancelling your account online, you will not be refunded for any charges made to your card.