Each day, we’ll learn about a new artist and the medium in which they work. Think about why artists make art and what makes you an artist! Which causes are important to you? What inspires you? Have fun and explore art-making processes and concepts with inspiration from those who came before us.
read moreMindfulness is paying attention to what’s happening, what you’re doing, and the space you’re moving through. We’ll explore how combining art and nature can help you become more mindful. Enjoy the fun and relaxing benefits of making beautiful art inspired by nature!
read moreEach day, we’ll learn about a new artist and the medium in which they work. Think about why artists make art and what makes you an artist! Which causes are important to you? What inspires you? Have fun and explore art-making processes and concepts with inspiration from those who came before us.
read moreEach day, we’ll learn about a new artist and the medium in which they work. Think about why artists make art and what makes you an artist! Which causes are important to you? What inspires you? Have fun and explore art-making processes and concepts with inspiration from those who came before us.
read moreMindfulness is paying attention to what’s happening, what you’re doing, and the space you’re moving through. We’ll explore how combining art and nature can help you become more mindful. Enjoy the fun and relaxing benefits of making beautiful art inspired by nature!
read moreUsing our homes like Do Ho Suh: We’ll look at Do Ho Suh’s “Rubbing/Loving” to create our own reflections on our homes and objects using paper, tape and colored pencils.
read moreCan art change the world? What change do YOU want to make in the world? In this art history based class, we will learn about how artists use their work to create change in the world around them. Each class, we’ll explore a different activist artist who worked to empower their community or challenge existing […]
read moreUsing our homes like Do Ho Suh: We’ll look at Do Ho Suh’s “Rubbing/Loving” to create our own reflections on our homes and objects using paper, tape and colored pencils.
read moreOrigami Heart Messages: Families will learn about the beautiful art of paper folding! Create a collection of paper hearts and write inspiring messages inside them to give to family, friends and community.
read morePainting with paper like Mark Bradford: We’ll build up layers of paper then tear away sections to create artwork like that of Mark Bradford.
read moreWire drawings like Gego: Learn about and draw with wire like Gego! We will focus on using wire and repeating shapes to create an abstract work of art. This class is all about enjoying the process of making art and learning how to work with wire.
read moreWe will read, discuss and draw our way to a deeper understanding of the Civil Rights movement as well as the Black Lives Matter protests happening now. The texts for this course, as well as the activities we will do in and outside of class, will help us broaden our experience and knowledge of systemic […]
read moreRecycled Accordion Books: Finished with that box of cereal? Recycle it and learn step-by-step how to create an accordion book to draw in.
read moreDesign A Straw Necklace: Families will learn how to create straw necklaces inspired by fun pattern making, geometric shapes and colors.
read morePainting with paper like Mark Bradford: We’ll build up layers of paper then tear away sections to create artwork like that of Mark Bradford.
read moreThe Bullet Journal (Bujo) is a notebook organization system and a creative outlet for visual thinkers and creatives. Ryder Carroll, a digital product designer, developed this personal organization method that has gained popularity worldwide. The notebook becomes a space that encourages productivity and creativity. It is a tool that can track development and habits, capture […]
read moreExplore ways of using words and pictures to record ideas and observations, document your experiences, and discover new avenues for creative expression. In this class, we’ll fill the pages of a composition notebook with drawings, diagrams, data logs, personal writing, collage, and more. We’ll find inspiration by looking at the creative practices of writers and […]
read moreOrigami Heart Messages: Families will learn about the beautiful art of paper folding! Create a collection of paper hearts and write inspiring messages inside them to give to family, friends and community.
read moreWire drawings like Gego: Learn about and draw with wire like Gego! We will focus on using wire and repeating shapes to create an abstract work of art. This class is all about enjoying the process of making art and learning how to work with wire.
read moreLearn all about Richmond’s arts community! We’ll learn about a different Richmond artist each day and study the work that they create. You’ll study each artist’s approach to art-making and create inspired works based off their concepts and techniques.
read moreDesign A Straw Necklace: Families will learn how to create straw necklaces inspired by fun pattern making, geometric shapes and colors.
read moreThis is a class for anyone who was ever an infant. This four-week art appreciation class will explore how reproduction and child-rearing have been represented in visual art. The class features artists who explore how reproduction influences and is influenced by systems of race, gender, sexuality, class, politics, philosophy, beliefs, daily life, economies and ecosystems. […]
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