Art Education for Every Child, Everywhere
Painting Pandas Academy is the online learning platform of Painting Pandas, a nonprofit providing an elementary art curriculum dedicated to expanding access to quality arts education.
Our Mission
Painting Pandas Academy exists to expand access to high-quality art education for every child, everywhere. We built the Academy to remove the barriers we saw in traditional in-person programming, including geography, scheduling, and limited school resources, while staying rooted in our belief that art education builds confidence, creativity, and critical thinking.
Through accessible virtual lessons and thoughtfully designed curriculum, the Academy allows us to reach families, homeschool communities, and educators far beyond our home base in Austin, while continuing to support Painting Pandas’ nonprofit mission of serving underserved communities.
Our Vision
We envision a world where every child sees themselves as a creator and problem-solver, empowered by contemporary art experiences that reflect diverse voices and perspectives.
By using art as a catalyst for collaboration, self-expression, and lifelong learning, Painting Pandas Academy is helping build a generation of curious, confident learners – no matter where they live or how they learn.
Painting Pandas Pillars
Art is Academic
Art education builds critical thinking, communication, creativity, and problem-solving skills that transfer across all subjects.
Creativity for All
Every child is an artist. Our job is to provide the tools, inspiration, and encouragement to help them discover their creative voice.
Community Connection
Art brings people together. We design experiences that spark conversation, collaboration, and shared joy.
Accessible by Design
We use simple, affordable materials and create resources that work for teachers, parents, and kids of all experience levels.
Representation Matters
We showcase diverse artists, voices, and perspectives so every child can see themselves reflected in the art world.
Quality Over Quantity
Every lesson is thoughtfully designed with book connections, artist spotlights, and meaningful reflection, not just craft projects.
Meet Our Instructors
Lead Instructors
Ms. Mary
Ms. Pam
Instructors
Ms. Leslye
Ms. Tanisha
Ms. Amani
Mr. Vikram
Ready to Explore?
Whether you are a family looking for quality art education or an educator seeking ready-to-teach lessons, we are here to help.