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Guiding creativity • Growing artistry

About Us

Based in Hong Kong, Artlas Artistry is an art education centre where children explore imagination and grow through the language of art. We combine structured artistic learning with open, creative exploration, helping young minds develop both aesthetic literacy and expressive confidence.

We teach art not just as a skill, but as a way to see, feel, and understand the world. Through thoughtful mentorship, we connect creativity with character, nurturing curiosity and empowering children to grow as imaginative, compassionate human beings.

Pioneering
aesthetic education
in Hong Kong

We blend structured artistic training with therapeutic exploration for children aged 3 to 12+. Artlas is a community for families who value genuine creativity over exam-driven systems, seek immersive Mandarin enrichment, and prioritize holistic emotional growth.

vs. Traditional Art Studios

We integrate art history and cultural depth into curriculum, not just technique training.

We emphasize structured aesthetic education and creativity cultivation.

We help children develop personal style and independent perspectives.

vs. Single-Media Training

We expose children to 100+ materials and techniques.

We train independent thinking and choice-making abilities.

We teach children to integrate learning and solve complex problems.

vs. Standard Art Education

We integrate cutting-edge art therapy concepts with Hong Kong’s international perspective.

Hand-brain-eye coordination, accumulating diverse sensory experiences.

Exploration of inner worlds, expression of emotions and feelings, achieving self-healing.

vs. Classroom-Only Learning

We organize diverse art creation sharing, art activities, and art travel.

Children build interpersonal connections and enhance social abilities.

Enhanced parent-child communication.

Bilingual instruction (Mandarin and English) trains language abilities alongside art learning.

Teachers

Brian w

Founder

PO-TING CHEN

Dorothy w

Head Teacher/Art Therapist

Dorothy Go

Course
Foundation

Our curriculum is anchored in three world-class educational frameworks. We don’t just teach children how to draw—we teach them how to see, feel, and think. Every class is a dialogue between imagination and logic, making creativity a bridge to explore the self and the world.

Harvard's "Artful Thinking"

To foster observation, interpretation, and reflection.

U.S. K12 "Elements of Art & Principles of Design"

To build a solid foundation in visual language, composition, and colour.

Art Therapy Principles

To support a better sensory development, integrate emotional growth and self-expression into every single project.

Beyond
The Classroom

We believe aesthetic education requires global immersion. By stepping outside the traditional classroom, we expand every child’s international perspective and cultural depth.

Student exhibitions

International art competition training

Parent-child art activities

Overseas art travels

F.A.Q

What makes Artlas Artistry different from other art centre?

CONTACT US

Every child is an artist in the making

Phone

+852 2886 0882

Whatsapp

+852 6182 7029

Email

info@artlas-artistry.com

Address

16F, Honest Building, Leighton Road 09-11,
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

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Founder

PO-TING CHEN

BA in Calligraphy and Painting Arts, National Taiwan University of Arts
M A in Plastic Arts, National Taiwan University of Arts 10+ years in arts and education

Po-Ting Chen, founder and academic director, establishes the strong academic foundation for Artlas Artistry. He graduated from the Department of Painting and Calligraphy at the National Taiwan University of Arts and later earned his Master’s degree from the university’s Graduate Institute of Plastic Arts. With over a decade of experience in the art and education sectors, he brings a wealth of expertise in both K12 art education and higher education guidance, delivering art education with depth and professionalism. Po-Ting actively bridges theory with practice, engaging in art creation, painting and calligraphy appraisal, exhibition curation, and art asset management. His profound understanding of art theory, extensive hands-on experience, and forward-looking aesthetic vision are what shape the school’s curriculum— making it diverse in content, dynamic in approach, and inspiring in experience.

Head Teacher/Art Therapist

DOROTHY GO

Registered Art Therapist with Creative Arts Therapists Association (Australia, New Zealand, Asia)
Vice President, Hong Kong Association of Art Therapists BA in Design
M A in Art Therapy, LASALLE College of the Arts, Singapore

Dorothy Go is a registered art therapist with ANZACATA and Vice-Chairman of the Hong Kong Association of Art Therapists. Holding a Master’s in Art Therapy from LASALLE College of the Arts (Singapore) after her design bachelor ‘ s, she has extensive experience in Singapore and Hong Kong as an art therapist in agencies and schools. Recently, she focuses on clinical art psychotherapy and education for parents, children, and families with special learning needs. Her approach integrates theory, sensory exploration, and diverse art materials for creative healing. Committed to children, she is devoted to creating safe and non-judgmental spaces for all backgrounds to explore art’s unlimited possibilities.

Enlightenment Period

Focus: Intuitive expression and sensory exploration

Children encounter diverse materials in a safe, free environment, releasing imagination through play and creation. The core goal is protecting their passion and confidence in creating.

Symbolic Period

Focus: Establishing images and symbols

Children begin transforming observations into images. Through gamified teaching and guided practice, they learn to materialize ideas and courageously try different expressions.

Transformation Period

Focus: From “wanting to draw like this” to “wanting to draw better”

Introducing basic techniques like perspective and composition, through appreciating master works and copying practice, helping children build modeling abilities, overcome frustration, and accumulate confidence.

Expression Period

Focus: Strengthening expression and critical thinking

Children begin forming personal style, learning to integrate their learning, presenting viewpoints and emotions through thematic creation, making works more profound.

Decision Period

Focus: Professional training paving the way for the future

Providing personalized guidance, deepening professional techniques and conceptual thinking, establishing solid foundations for university portfolios and exhibition competitions.