Art Classes as Unique as You Are

Forget the cookie-cutter curriculum. At Knoxville Art Studio, your passion is the lesson plan. We specialize in building a one-of-a-kind creative journey tailored specifically to what you want to learn. This custom, student-led approach is the magic of our studio and the key to unlocking your creative potential.

Explore Classes for Kids, Teens, and Adults

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Kids & Teens

Build confidence, creativity, and fine motor skills through fun art projects.

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Adults

Unwind and rediscover your creative side in a relaxing studio atmosphere.

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Private Art Classes

Get one-on-one guidance to advance your artistic journey.

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Meet Professor Elena McMillan

Founder and art professor Elena McMillan brings over 30 years of art education experience and a passion for connecting creativity with emotional well-being.

Her teaching combines classical techniques with mindful expression, helping students use art as a form of self-discovery and growth.

Read Her Story

What Our Students Say

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Stop Being Told What to Make. Start Creating What You Love.

This is where your creative journey becomes personal. Instead of a one-size-fits-all project, the KAS experience is built around you. You decide what you want to create, and we provide the one-on-one guidance and technical skills to help you make it. It's a completely different way to learn, and it's the magic of our studio.