The Middletown Art Academy provides comprehensive art education for people of all ages and skill levels in Middletown. Besides hands-on painting and drawing, students also learn about the academic side of art, such as color theory and art history, giving them a solid knowledge of the intersections of art and culture. After-school programs and summer camps are available, as are art programs for home-schooled kids. Classes for adults are available as well. Classes include illustrations, painting and water media, pen and ink, portfolio development and more. The Middletown Art Academy also hosts the Art Flat, a weekly open studio session available to all artists on a by-visit or prepaid basis.