ART BOX
FINE ART ACADEMY
Art for Spaces That Matter
Art Box is a fine art studio in St. Charles, IL, led by a licensed architect, master framers and working fine artists. We curate, create, frame and install original art for offices, hospitality, senior living and luxury homes.
Licensed Illinois Architect · 25+ Years of Master Framing · In-House Framing & Installation
Art Consulting & Installation
One team, from art plan to the last nail.
For offices, hotels and restaurants, healthcare and senior living, developers and luxury homes. An architect's eye for space, original art by working fine artists, and museum-quality framing done in our own studio.
1 Walkthrough
2 Art Plan
3 Create & Frame
4 Install & Care
We study your architecture, light and brand.
A visual art plan with two budget options and a schedule.
Our artists create and our master framers frame in-house.
We hang, label and document every piece, with optional seasonal rotation.
The Collector Circle
Live with original art, and change it with the seasons.
An invitation-only membership for homes, clubs and real estate professionals in the Fox Valley and western suburbs.
Seasonal Rotation
Original framed art from our studio artists, refreshed four times a year.
For realtors and stagers: art for listings, open houses and closing gifts.
Framing Privileges
Member pricing on museum-quality custom framing.
Private Art Evenings
Instructor-led painting or collector evenings in your home or club.
First Look
Early access to new work and commissions, with rental credit toward purchase.
Weekly Class Schedule
MON
Adult Watercolor
Teacher lead workshop - finish a simple piece each time, and learn a technique you can bring home.
Adults, all levels | 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
TUE
Art Studio
Adults, all levels | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Solvent-free walnut oil painting with personal instruction, at your own pace.
WED
Art Studio
16+ |
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Solvent-free walnut oil painting with personal instruction, at your own pace.
Young Artists
Ages 12-18 | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Drawing and painting fundamentals in a supportive studio.
SAT
Art Studio
16+, all levels |
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Solvent-free walnut oil painting with personal instruction, at your own pace.
SUN
Private Studio
Private party | 2-3 hours
An instructor-guided art experience for birthdays, team events and families. By request.
Art Studio
16+ all levels |
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Solvent-free walnut oil painting with personal instruction, at your own pace.
Adults $180 for 4 classes · Young Artists $140 for 4 classes · Use within 6 weeks · New adults can drop in once for $50
Young Artist Questionnaire
Help us get to know your young artist.
Please send email with info below:
Child’s name + age/grade
Parent name + email + phone
Attach 1–2 recent artworks
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What does your child love most about making art? How does it make them feel?
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If they could learn to draw or paint anything really well, what would they choose?
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What would you most like your child to learn or improve through this class?
Our Instructors
We are dedicated to providing a professional-grade creative education and artistic services in a vibrant, tactile environment.
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.
Contact
Classes have limited space.
Email for availability and price.