Creative Education for Every Skill Level

Expert training in art, animation and more for kids, teens and adults. Join us in Barrie for our in-person events, lessons and workshops—or connect online from anywhere for private mentorship.

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Upchuckle Education in Barrie, ON has 20+ Years of Award-Winning Professional Animation Industry and Post-Secondary Leadership Experience

20+ Years of Award-Winning Professional Animation Industry and Post-Secondary Leadership Experience

Upchuckle Education in Barrie, ON was voted “Best Art School in Barrie” & “Business Champion” 2025

Voted “Best Art School in Barrie” & “Business Champion” in 2025

Upchuckle Education in Barrie, ON is trusted by Students, Families and Community Partners

Trusted by Students, Families and Community Partners

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Upchuckle Education in Barrie, ON provides professional training and custom-tailored lessons in art, animation and more. In-person or online. Special events and group workshops too! Talk to us.

Customized lessons for any age or experience level. Solo, pairs, groups or traveling workshops. Talk to us!

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Cartoon Camp is Barrie, Ontario's premier art camp for ages 8-13. Classes ranging from drawing, art, animation, character design, storytelling and more!

Creative & fun P.A. Day, March Break and Summer Camps for ages 8-13!

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UCW (Upchuckle Creative Workshops) offers in-depth, expert-led art classes, programs and workshops for adults in Barrie, Ontario.

Single and multi-session creative workshops and classes for adults (18+).

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UCW (Upchuckle Creative Workshops) offers in-depth, expert-led art classes, programs and workshops for teens, ages 14-17 in Barrie, Ontario.

Single and multi-session creative workshops and classes for teens (14-17).

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Also be sure to check out…

Sponsor the creative learning of a Student in need (at a special, discounted rate!)—We also match it!

Explore Upchuckle's Photo Gallery, capturing the artistic, creative growth & fun memories with our students across Barrie, Innisfil, Orillia, Simcoe County, Muskoka and beyond!

Tour the great memories of events, our students and their work from across the community!

Listen to Upchuckle's Founder & Director be interviewed by Good Neighbour Podcast to learn more about what we do, why & how we came to be.

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Photo courtesy of Laura Joy Photography

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