Youth and Teen Art Classes
For Children and Teens
The Riverside Art Museum has a long history of providing outstanding education in the arts. Our classes are taught in our beautiful and historic Julia Morgan-designed building, often called an exquisite gem and work of art, located in downtown Riverside. Each class has been carefully designed to give your child or teen the very best educational and learning experience so they develop a love for art and incorporate it into their daily lives and future.
RAM's Education Department exists to engage and inspire children in the process of making art. We foster a warm and accepting atmosphere where everyone can feel successful with their efforts while having fun and appreciating both the product and the process of creating art.
- All student materials will be provided.
- Class size is limited, so please enroll early as classes are sure to fill up!
- RAM member discounts are given to those who have joined at the FAMILY level or above.
- Please sign your children in and out of the classroom before and after each session. Please use the back entrance after regular museum hours. Thank you!
- You may bring a snack for the break.
- For classes that are leaving the premises, it will be necessary to fill out a separate permission slip on the first day of class.
- All refund requests must be made in writing one week prior to the first class meeting. Fifteen (15%) percent of the class fee is retained by RAM. If RAM cancels a class due to insufficient enrollment, the entire class fee will be refunded.
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Summer Art Classes for Teens
Five-week Summer Art Series
RAM’s art education program for teens (incoming 7th – 12th graders) launches this summer! This five-week series of classes will feature top-notch instruction, creative projects, and gallery tours, and will culminate in an art show in the museum’s Atrium, where family and friends are invited to view the work created during the series.
WEEK ONE (June 18, 19, 20, from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.) Instructor: Connie Lynn-Pico
Painting: Discover the possibilities of paint from fundamentals to experimentation.
WEEK TWO (June 25, 26, 27, from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.) Instructor: Kelly Rider
Drawing: Investigate mark-making instruments including graphite, charcoal, and ink to make a series of works on paper.
WEEK THREE (July 9, 10, 11, from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.) Instructor: Chick Curtis
Printmaking: Cut, carve, ink, press, and print to create several works of art.
WEEK FOUR (July 16, 17, 18, from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.) Instructor: Beth Yeager
Sculpture: See yourself in 3-D with a popular figurine that uses wire armature, paper mache, and paint.
WEEK FIVE (July 23, 24, 25, from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.) Instructor: Kelly Rider
Mixed Media: Explore what happens when printing, drawing, sculpting, and printmaking collide!
ART SHOW: August 3, from 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
All five weeks $550 (RAM Members $500) | Individual weeks $135 (RAM Members $120) | Class size is limited to 12 students.
“The Art of Math and Science”
All new lessons! This class examines the basic elements and principles of design used in art and the math concepts of geometry and measurement, as well as concepts from earth, life, and physical sciences. Students will create their own art-based projects using a variety of mediums.
Instructors: Beth Yeager and UCR Graduate Students | July 30-August 3 | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon | Ages 12-15
5 classes: $125 (RAM Members $110)
“Photography”
Students will learn digital camera and photography techniques while completing a variety of projects. A walking trip to the California Museum of Photography, as well as photo walks through downtown Riverside will complete the class. Cameras are provided, but students are encouraged to bring their own.
Instructor: Alison Thierbach | August 6-10 | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon | Ages 13-17
5 classes: $140 (RAM Members $126)
“Pop Art”
Students will learn about the late 1950’s style of Pop Art by studying such iconic Pop Artists as Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. Transform objects from popular culture and create your own Pop art masterpieces!
Instructor: Amy Railsback | August 13-17 | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon | Ages 13-17
5 classes: $125 (RAM Members $110)
Youth Saturday Classes
“Mother’s Day Gift-Making”
Create a special treasure for mom, wrapped and ready to present, just in time for your mother’s special day.
Instructor: Beth Yeager | Saturday, May 12 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Ages 5-12
1 class: $40 (RAM Members $36)
“Mommy & Me (And Daddy too)”
This class is designed for Moms and Dads and their young children. We’ll start out with a story in the Taylor Family Gallery and then turn it into a fun art activity. Let your creative juices flow in this relaxed environment!
Instructor: Amy Railsback | June 16–July 7 | 10:30–11:30 a.m. | Ages 3–6
4 classes: $80 (RAM Members $75) *add $15 for each additional child
“Father’s Day Gift-Making Class”
Create a special gift for Dad wrapped and ready to present on Father’s Day!
Instructor: Amy Railsback | June 16 | 1–3:30 p.m. | Ages 5–12
$40 (RAM Members $36)
“Imagine Edible Art”
Back by popular demand! In this fun class, children will make a color wheel out of frosting and wafer cookies, “paint” with spaghetti, and create beautiful pictures on bread! It’s all edible!
Instructor: Amy Railsback | June 23 | 1–3:30 p.m. | Ages 6–12
$30 (RAM Members $27)
“4th of July Patriotic Art!”
It’s all red, white, and blue in this class! All things patriotic will be created including the American flag a la Jasper Johns; red, white, and blue pinwheels, and more!
Instructor: Amy Railsback | June 30 | 1–3:30 p.m. | Ages 6–12
$30 (RAM Members $27)
“Pre-School Art Class!”
This could be your child’s very first art class! Children will learn about color, shape, line, and pattern as they use a variety of mediums to create wonderful pieces of art.
Instructor: Amy Railsback | July 14–August 4 | 10:30–11:30 a.m. | Ages 3–6
4 classes: $60 (RAM Members $55)
“Japanese Art”
Learn the Japanese alphabet, create origami, and explore the art of Gyutaku fish rubbings all while listening to Japanese music. Cultural snacks provided too!
Instructor: Amy Railsback | July 14 | 1–3:30 p.m. | Ages 6–12
$30 (RAM Members $27)
“Boy Scout Art Merit Badge”
Gallery visit and watercolor, pastel, acrylic, and colored pencil creations! Complete your art badge here!
Instructor: Alison Thierbach | July 21 | 1–3:30 p.m.
$30 material fee
“Girl Scout Art in 3-D Badge”
Explore origami, wire, clay, sculptures, mobiles, and more!
Instructor: Alison Thierbach | July 28 | 1:30–3:30 p.m.
$30 material fee
“Indonesian Batik Fabric Painting”
Design and create your own Batik fabric print!
Instructor: Amy Railsback | August 4 | 1–4 p.m. | Ages 6–12
$30 (RAM Members $27)
“Creative Mask Making”
Come and create a colorful mask with Jazz paint and all the embellishments.
Instructor: Amy Railsback | August 11 | 1–3 p.m. | Ages 6–12
$30 (RAM Members $27)
“Mosaic Flower Pot Design”
Learn the art of Mosaic and create a lovely flower pot using a variety of tesserae.
Instructor: Amy Railsback | August 18 | 1–3 p.m. | Ages 6–12
$30 (RAM Members $27)
Youth Weekly Classes
“A Very Special Art Class for Children with Autism”
Mild to moderate autistic children will be paired with “typical” students and they will work together to create works of art using watercolor, oil pastel, chalk, clay, and acrylic paint.
Instructor: Beth Yeager
Session 1: Wednesdays, June 13–July 11 (No class July 4) OR Thursdays, June 14–July 5
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Session 2: Wednesdays, July 25–August 15 OR Thursdays, July 12–August 2
2–3 p.m. | Ages 7–18
4 classes per session: $60 (RAM Members $55) Please choose one session, then either Wednesday or Thursday classes.
Youth Week-long Classes
“3-D Sculpture”
Paper mache, wire, wood, and clay will be used to create amazing three-dimensional objects!
Instructor: Beth Yeager | June 11–15 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 8–13
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“Bringing the Beach to Riverside”
Students will create beach-inspired art, including sand painting, fish rubbing, and watercolor painting. We will end the week with a picnic lunch on RAM’s front lawn with a complimentary lunch.
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | June 11–15 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 7–11
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“Exploring the Artists I”
Come and study the great masters of art! This class introduces Monet, Seurat, Warhol, Matisse, and Bearden. Students will watch a short movie, be exposed to the artists through books, as well as view samples of their most famous works. Students will use the artists’ techniques to create their own masterpieces.
Instructor: Amy Railsback | June 18–22 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 8–12
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“The Young Illustrator”
Young illustrators will experience popular stories by authors like Eric Carle and Maurice Sendak and then develop their own creative illustrations in watercolor, tempera, pastel, and colored pencil. All new stories this summer!
Instructor: Kelly Rider | June 18–22 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 7–11
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“The Magic of Peter Pan”
Let your imagination go wild in this magical class! Art inspired by Peter Pan and Tinker Bell will be created. Students will get a back stage tour of the Fox Theater and finally, each student in the class will receive a voucher for a free child's ticket to the performance of the Fox's Peter Pan! Tickets have been generously donated by Kathy & John Allavie.
Instructor: Beth Yeager | June 25–29 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 8–13
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“Flower Power”
All things floral is the theme of this week! Fresh flowers will be the inspiration as students create floral masterpieces in various mediums including watercolor, oil pastel, and acrylic.
Instructor: Connie Lynn Pico | June 25–29 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 8–12
$125 (RAM Members $110
“Drawing for Kids”
This drawing class will focus on the fundamentals of drawing. All aspects of beginning drawing techniques will be covered including paper selection and writing instruments.
Instructor: Kelly Rider | July 2–6 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 9–12
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“Under Water Ocean Adventure”
All things wet and wonderful is the theme of this painting class! Students will create various underwater creations using watercolor techniques, including wet-on-wet, white-oil-pastel-resist, spray bottle, lifting, salt, splatter, and watercolor and pen.
Instructor: Connie Lynn Pico | July 2–6 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 6–9
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“Dr. Seuss Comes Alive Through Art!”
Everyone loves Dr. Seuss and in this class students will hear his beloved stories, create art projects using clay, tempera, and other mediums, and even be visited by Thing One and Thing Two!
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | July 9–13 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 6–9
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“We Love Riverside!”
Students will visit the historic Mission Inn Museum to learn about the history of oranges. Back at RAM, students will make paper mache oranges, design their personal orange crate packing label, and create oil pastel landscapes. Students will sample a variety of different citrus compliments of the California State Historic Park.
Instructor: Beth Yeager | July 9–13 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 8–12
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“Art Around the World I”
Join us on an ARTventure around the world as we explore Japan, Africa, Australia, Ancient Egypt, and Mexico and create unique pieces from each culture!
Instructor: Connie Lynn Pico | July 16–20 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 6–12
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“Animals, Vegetables, & Minerals”
Or should we say “Horses, Gardens, & Landscapes”? Create a number of beautiful pieces using interesting techniques and a variety of different mediums in this fun class.
Instructor: Kelly Rider | July 16–20 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 8–13
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“Photography (Youth)”
Have fun learning basic digital camera and photography techniques. Students will capture pictures inside the beautiful museum as well as on the museum grounds. The class will also go on a walking field trip to the California Museum of Photography. Photoshop will be explored as students learn to manipulate their pictures. Cameras and laptops will be provided, but students are encouraged to bring their own camera. A 2G flash drive is required.
Instructor: Alison Thierbach
Session 1: July 16–20 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 6–9
Session 2: July 23–27 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 10–13
$140 (RAM Members $125) per session
“Abstractions”
Young artists will explore abstract art and create masterpieces inspired by Kandinsky, Pollack, Miro, and Picasso. A variety of mediums will be used in this fun class.
Instructor: Connie Lynn Pico | July 23–27 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 9–12
$125 (RAM Members $110
“Exploring the Artists II”
More great artists to be explored! This class focuses on Rousseau, Van Gogh, Mondrian, Picasso, and Klee. A variety of mediums will be used including acrylic, watercolor, and oil pastel.
Instructor: Amy Railsback | July 23–27 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 8–12
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“Animal Safari”
It’s time to explore the animal kingdom using a variety of artistic techniques. Students will create collages, clay sculptures, and painting keepsakes using a variety of different mediums.
Instructor: Connie Lynn Pico | July 30–August 3 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 6–10
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“Art Around the World II”
Get your passports ready as we explore India, China, Russia, the Caribbean, and Indonesia and create unique pieces of art from each culture using a variety of mediums.
Instructor: Beth Yeager | August 6–10 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 6–12
$125 (RAM Members $110)
“Fun with Clay!”
Students will learn the ins and outs of working with clay to create pinch pots, beads, animals, and many other unique objects using air-dry clay. Projects will be embellished with beads and painted to perfection!
Instructor: Alison Thierbach
Session 1: August 13–17 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 6–8
Session 2: August 20–24 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 9–12
$125 (RAM Members $110) per session
“Ancient Civilizations”
Explore the Civilizations of Ancient Egypt and Ancient Greece in this interesting class. Learn about Hieroglyphics, make a mummy and a sarcophagus, as well as an ancient vase.
Instructor: Beth Yeager | August 20–24 | 10–12 p.m. | Ages 10–12
$125 (RAM Members $110)
