Creating Creative Kids
Professional cartooning lessons that inspire creativity and confidence.
Virtual, in-home (Los Angeles), or as a unique birthday party experience!
Our Cartooning Services
Virtual Lessons
One-on-one, live video art sessions—personalized for every child. Flexible scheduling and step-by-step guidance from the comfort of your home.
- ✓One-on-one via Zoom or Google Meet
- ✓Personalized to your child's level
- ✓Flexible scheduling
- ✓Session recording available
- ✓Available anywhere in the world
In-Home Tutoring
LA OnlyMike travels directly to your Los Angeles home for a hands-on, premium art tutoring experience. Personal, focused, and incredibly fun!
- ✓Instructor comes to your home
- ✓Serving greater LA & Pasadena
- ✓Background-checked & vaccinated
- ✓All supplies guidance provided
- ✓Customized lesson plan
Birthday Parties
Group cartooning sessions for birthdays and celebrations! Custom poster for the birthday child and personalized coloring pages for all guests.
- ✓12–15 children max per session
- ✓Custom birthday poster included
- ✓Personalized caricature coloring pages
- ✓Perfect for ages 6–12
- ✓Custom themes available
How It Works
Getting started is easy. From booking to brushstrokes!
Choose Your Service
Pick from Virtual, In-Home, or Birthday Party sessions. Each is fully tailored to your child's age, interests, and skill level.
Schedule Your Lesson
Pick your preferred date and time using our easy online calendar. Flexible scheduling to fit your family's busy life.
Start Drawing
Learn to draw your child's favorite characters from TV, movies, comics, and more! Every lesson is fun, encouraging, and skill-building.
Meet Mike Goldstein
Mike Goldstein is the creative force behind Cartutoring, an online service dedicated to teaching kids how to draw cartoons. With over 20 years of professional experience as an illustrator, Mike's artistic journey includes illustrating more than 30 published books, designing graphics for animation, and creating thousands of unique characters.
But Mike's passion extends beyond the drawing board—he's spent the past 13 years sharing his knowledge as a beloved instructor. Through enrichment companies and specialized courses, he's taught his signature cartooning techniques to hundreds of elementary and middle school students across Los Angeles.
Mike's classes are known for their fun, supportive atmosphere and his ability to inspire creativity and confidence in young artists. Whether your child is just starting out or looking to take their skills to the next level, Mike's blend of professional expertise and genuine love for teaching makes Cartutoring a one-of-a-kind learning experience.
Try a Free Cartooning Lesson!
Watch a sample lesson and see how much fun drawing can be!
Pricing & Packages
No hidden fees. Simple, transparent pricing for every budget.
Virtual Lessons
Live one-on-one cartooning via Zoom or Google Meet. Available anywhere!
- ✓One-on-one sessions
- ✓Zoom or Google Meet
- ✓Flexible scheduling
- ✓Session recording available
In-Home Tutoring
LA OnlyMike comes to your Los Angeles home for a hands-on, personalized experience.
- ✓Instructor travels to you
- ✓Greater LA & Pasadena
- ✓Background-checked
- ✓All skill levels
Birthday Party
Group cartooning fun! Custom art for the birthday child and coloring pages for all guests.
- ✓Up to 12–15 kids
- ✓Custom birthday poster
- ✓Coloring pages for guests
- ✓Custom themes
Happy Families
“I’m in New Jersey, and Mr. Mike, all the way across the country, did an amazing job teaching my son virtually how to draw his favorite Pokémon characters. He kept my son engaged, laughing, and having fun the entire time, while also helping him improve his drawing skills. I highly recommend Mr. Mike for both his drawing instruction and the genuine care he shows with kids.”
“Mike Goldstein, beyond being a great cartoonist, was an incredibly influential figure in my artistic journey. His guidance and teaching style are what led me to pursue an artistic path. I truly don’t know where I would be without him.”
“We had a wonderful experience with Mike Goldstein's at-home cartooning instruction. My son's drawing skills and confidence quickly improved. Now all my son wants to do is draw. Mike was patient and encouraging and would totally recommend him to any parent looking for a creative outlet for their child.”
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