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Art Box | Fine Art Academy

We offer a traditional fine art education that prompts curiosity and invites you to find a unique way to express your art.

Immerse yourself in a thinking, feeling, and tactile setting where all ages thrive. Learn to observe and express in your own way.

Weekly Class Schedule

tuesday
Adult Studio

A studio for adults to develop drawing and painting skills through personalized instruction.

Adult | 11 am - 2 pm

Young Artists

An engaging introduction to fine art, building observation, creativity, and foundational drawing skills.

Ages 5-8 | 3pm - 5pm

wednesday
Adult Studio

A studio for adults to develop drawing and painting skills through personalized instruction.

Adult | 11 am - 2pm

Junior Studio

Students strengthen technique through drawing, painting, perspective, and composition.

Ages 9-13 | 3pm - 5pm

thursday
Open Studio

Ages 14+ | 11 am - 2 pm

Independent creative time with instructor guidance, ideal for practicing techniques or personal projects.

Teen Studio

Advanced fine art instruction focused on technical development, creative expression, and portfolio preparation.

Ages 14-18 | 3pm - 5pm

friday
Adult Studio

A studio for adults to develop drawing and painting skills through personalized instruction.

Adult | 11 am - 2pm

Drawing 101

Ages 14+ | 3 pm - 5 pm

Discover the fundamentals of fine art drawing through still life, perspective, shading, and composition in a supportive studio environment.

saturday
Open Studio

Independent creative time with instructor guidance, ideal for practicing techniques or personal projects.

Ages 14+ | 2/3 Hours

Private Studio

Private Party | 3 Hours

Celebrate with a private, instructor-guided art experience. Perfect for birthdays, team events, families, and special occasions.

Limited space. Email for availability and price.

Artistic Framing

We provide professional-grade framing services for students and the community. Our team ensures your artwork is presented with precision and elegance, using artisanal techniques to preserve the integrity of your creative vision.

Our Instructors

We are dedicated to providing a professional-grade creative education and artistic services in a vibrant, tactile environment.

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Len Bielefeldt
Yuge Liu

Founder | Teacher

Owner | Teacher | Architect

Len Bielefeldt is the founder of Art Box and a professional full-time artist with over 25 years of experience. Specializing in watercolor, oil, and acrylic painting, he has created custom artwork for homes, businesses, and corporate environments.

As an experienced instructor and master framer, Len has spent decades helping artists of all ages develop their skills while providing exceptional custom framing craftsmanship.

Yuge Liu is the owner of Art Box, a licensed architect in Illinois, and a fine artist passionate about helping children, teens, and adults develop their artistic skills.

She specializes in drawing, watercolor, and design, offers personalized architecture school portfolio and resume guidance and architect career coaching.

She provides museum-quality custom picture framing with a focus on craftsmanship and creativity.

Portfolio Consulting

Our consulting service is designed to provide a clear roadmap for your creative journey. We work with students to assess their artistic goals and provide personalized guidance on how to navigate our fine arts program effectively.

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