Build skills.
Grow confidence.
Create with purpose.
Structured Art Education for Children and Teens in Alameda.
Oak Grove Art Academy provides high-quality, studio-based art education outside the traditional school day. Our small-group classes are led by professional artists and educators who focus on teaching real artistic skills, not one-off crafts.
Class Offerings
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Intro to Drawing (11-13)
This class focuses on building comfort with our drawing materials and developing core visual skills in a supportive studio environment. Students will learn to: observe shapes, proportions, and simple forms, develop hand–eye coordination, and use basic drawing and painting materials with confidence. Classes emphasize structure and routine while keeping learning engaging and age-appropriate.
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Drawing Fundamentals (13+)
A welcoming, structured group class for teens who want to build real drawing skills in a supportive studio environment. Students develop strong foundations in observation, proportion, and shading while gaining confidence in their abilities. Whether your teen is just starting or ready to grow more serious, this class provides clear guidance and steady progress.
Our Team
Kevin Blagrave
Kevin is an award-winning portrait and figurative artist and the founder of Oak Grove Art Academy, with over a decade of experience in education. His teaching philosophy emphasizes discipline, clarity, and long-term skill development—helping students build confidence through real, measurable progress.
Founder and Chief Instructor
Thanh Ma
Born in Vietnam and raised in Alameda, she brings both heart and creativity to our studio community. With professional experience at companies including EA, she combines industry insight with a genuine passion for supporting young artists and helping the studio run smoothly and thoughtfully.
Studio Director
What Makes Us Different
Arts education in schools is often limited, and many after-school options prioritize entertainment over learning. Families are left searching for programs that are:
Well-structured and professionally run
Safe and dependable
Worth the time and financial investment
Students, meanwhile, want to feel challenged and take pride in what they create.
Oak Grove Art Academy exists to fill this gap.
Oak Grove Art Academy is not a drop-in craft studio.
We are different because we offer:
A true academy model focused on progression
Consistent instruction and clear expectations
Professional-level teaching adapted for young artists
A calm, focused studio environment
Families choose Oak Grove Art Academy because they see real growth—artistically and personally—over time.