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.
- Payment-in-full must be received one week prior to the first day of the earliest-starting class registered for or student will be dropped. 15% fee retained for cancellation by enrollee. Must be in writing and received one week prior to start of class. If RAM cancels a class due to insufficient enrollment, the entire class fee will be refunded. Once a class begins, no full or prorated refunds will be issued. No exceptions.
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"The Elements of Art"
"Beyond Van Gogh"
"My Very First Art Class"
"Let's Draw Animals!"
"Creative Mask Making"
"Edible Art"
"Father's Day Gift Making"
"Summer Teen Art Program"
3-D Sculpture - Ages 5-8
Fun with Clay - Ages 9-12
Young Illustrator - Ages 5-8
We Love Riverside
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
Art Around the World
Dr. Seuss Comes Alive Through Art
Abstractions
Fun with Clay - Ages 5-8
3-D Sculpture - Ages 9-12
Bringing the Beach to Riverside
Exploring the Artists
Underwater Ocean Adventure
Young Illustrator - Ages 9-12
Drawing for Kids
Animal Safari
Fabric Art Creations
Collage Masterpieces
Preschool Art Class
Flower Power
July 4th Spectacular
Nature
Pirates!
Circus, Circus
Under the Sea
Camp
Working with Wire
Space is the Place
Outback
Afterschool Classes
“The Elements of Art”
When creating artwork, it’s all about the elements of art. In this class, lessons will be based on line, form, space, color, value, texture, and shape. A variety of creative pieces will be made as the students explore each of these important elements.
Instructor: Beth Yeager | Ages 6-10
Wednesdays, May 15 – June 12, 4 – 5:30 p.m.
5 classes: $75 (RAM Family Members and above $67.50)
Homeschool Classes
(RAM is happy to be a vendor for Dehesa Charter, Mt View Charter,
River Springs Charter, and Excel College Prep Academy)
"Beyond Van Gogh"
Everyone has heard of artist Vincent Van Gogh, but the wonderful world of art includes many lesser known, amazing artists. This class will introduce artists such as Joseph Cornell, Alexander Calder, Paul Klee, and Robert and Sonia Delaunay. We'll let the work of these artists inspire us and they just might become new favorites!
Instructor: Kelly Rider | Ages 7 – 12
Wednesdays, May 15 – June 12, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
5 classes: $75 (RAM Family Members and above $67.50)
Preschool Classes
“My Very First Art Class”
This could be your child’s very first art class! Boys and girls will learn about color, shape, line, and pattern as they use a variety of different mediums to create beautiful works of art. They are certain to enjoy this independent time having fun making art!
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | Ages 3 – 6
Session 2: Tuesdays, May 14 – June 11 OR Wednesdays, May 15 – June 12 OR Saturdays, May 18 – June 15
Tuesdays and Wednesdays 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. | Saturdays 2 – 3 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday classes cover the same material
5 classes per session: $65 (RAM Family Members and above $58.50)
Youth Saturday Classes
“Let’s Draw Animals!”
Learn the basics of drawing animals in this fun class. Once you learn some key tricks, you will be able to expertly draw almost any animal!
Instructor: Dru Richardson | Ages 7 – 12
May 25, 1 – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Members and above $32)
“Creative Mask Making”
Everyone loves masks and in this class students will be able to design and create their very own wearable masks.
Instructor: Beth Yeager | Ages 6 – 12
June 1, 1 – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Members and above $32)
“Edible Art”
Come and create works of art using edible materials! Create a color wheel using frosting, and “paint” with spaghetti.
Instructor: Beth Yeager | Ages 6 – 12
June 8, 1 – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Members and above $32)
“Father’s Day Gift Making”
Create a one-of-a-kind gift for that special father in your life! Gifts will be handmade with love, wrapped, and ready to give to dad.
Bring one or more photos of you and your Dad. Maximum size is 4x6 inches. They will be cut.
Instructor: Dru Richardson | Ages 6 – 12
June 15, 1 – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Members and above $32)
SUMMER TEEN ART PROGRAM
Each 3-class discipline is $140 (RAM Family Members and above $126) OR save 10% when you sign up for all 6 for $756 (RAM Family Members and above $680).
DRAWING
Investigate mark-making instruments, including graphite, charcoal, and ink to make a series of works on paper.
Instructor: Kelly Rider | Grades 7 – 12
Tuesday – Thursday: June 18, 19, 20 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
PAINTING
Discover the possibilities of paint from fundamentals to experimentation.
Instructor: Connie Lynn Pico | Grades 7 – 12
Tuesday – Thursday: June 25, 26, 27 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
MIXED MEDIA
Explore what happens when painting, drawing, sculpting, and printmaking collide!
Instructor: Dru Richardson | Grades 7 – 12
*Monday – Wednesday: July 1, 2, 3 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
PRINTMAKING
Cut, carve, ink, press, and print to create several works of art.
Instructor: Chick Curtis | Grades 7 – 12
Tuesday – Thursday: July 9, 10, 11 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
SCULPTURE
See yourself in 3-D with a popular figurine that uses wire armature, paper mache, and paint.
Instructor: Beth Yeager | Grades 7 – 12
Tuesday – Thursday: July 16, 17, 18 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Learn digital camera and photography techniques while completing a variety of projects. Cameras are provided, but students are encouraged to bring their own.
Instructor: Alison Thierbach | Grades 7 – 12
Tuesday – Thursday: July 23, 24, 25 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
On Friday, August 2, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., there will be a reception for all the participants of the Summer Teen classes. Artwork created during the classes will be on display with refreshments served in the atrium. Bring your family and friends!
SUMMER YOUTH WEEK-LONG CLASSES
3-D Sculpture
Paper mache, wire, wood, and/or clay will be used to create amazing 3-D artworks!
Instructor: Connie Lynn Pico | Ages 5-8
June 17-21 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
Fun with Clay
Students will learn the ins and outs of working with clay to create many unique objects using air-dry clay. Projects will be embellished and painted.
Instructor: Alison Thierbach | Ages 9-12
June 17-21 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
Young Illustrator
Experience popular stories by illustrative authors and then develop your own creative illustrations in watercolor, tempera, pastel, and colored pencil.
Instructor: Kelly Rider | Ages 5-8
June 24-28 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
We Love Riverside
Students will visit the Mission Inn Museum to learn about the history of oranges. Back at RAM, they’ll make paper mache oranges, design orange crate packing labels, create oil pastel landscapes, and sample a variety of different citrus compliments of the California State Historic Park.
Instructor: Beth Yeager | Ages 9-12
June 24-28 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
Think robots, trucks, trains, and fire engines as we create art using a variety of mediums, including paper mache, clay, and paint.
Instructor: Connie Lynn Pico | Ages 5-8
*July 1-3 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$90 (RAM Family Members and above $81)
Art Around the World
Join us on an ARTventure around the world as we explore India, Scotland/Ireland, and the Netherlands and create unique pieces from each culture!
Instructor: Jess McIntyre | Ages 9-12
*July 1-3 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$90 (RAM Family Members and above $81)
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. You’re sure to have a great time!
Instructor: Jess McIntyre | Ages 5-8
July 8-12 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
Abstractions
Young artists will explore abstract art and create masterpieces inspired by the likes of Kandinsky, Miro, and Picasso. A variety of mediums will be used.
Instructor: Dru Richardson | Ages 9-12
July 8-12 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
Fun with Clay
Students will learn the ins and outs of working with clay to create many unique objects using air-dry clay. Projects will be embellished and painted.
Instructor: Alison Thierbach | Ages 5-8
July 15-19 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
3-D Sculpture
Paper mache, wire, wood, and/or clay will be used to create amazing 3-D artworks!
Instructor: Connie Lynn Pico | Ages 9-12
July 15-19 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
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: Dru Richardson | Ages 5-8
July 22-26 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
Exploring the Artists
Come and study the great masters of art! This class introduces Monet, Seurat, Warhol, Matisse, and Bearden. Learn about the artists through short movies and books, then use the artists’ techniques to create their own masterpieces.
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | Ages 9-12
July 22-26 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
Underwater Ocean Adventure
Students will create various underwater-related 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 | Ages 5-8
July 29-August 2 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Member and above $135)
Young Illustrator
Experience popular stories by illustrative authors and then develop your own creative illustrations in watercolor, tempera, pastel, and colored pencil.
Instructor: Kelly Rider | Ages 9-12
July 29-August 2 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
Drawing for Kids
This class will focus on drawing fundamentals. All aspects of beginning drawing techniques will be covered, including paper selection and writing instruments.
Instructor: Kelly Rider | Ages 9-12
August 5-9 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
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 different mediums.
Instructor: Jess McIntyre | Ages 5-8
August 5-9 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
$150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
SUMMER YOUTH WEEKLY CLASSES
Fabric Art Creations
A variety of fabrics will be used to create unique works of art. A new project each week!
Instructor: Connie Lynn Pico | Ages 7-10
Thursdays, June 20-July 25 (no class July 4) | 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
5 classes: $150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
Collage Masterpieces
Create a variety of beach-inspired collages using everything from shells to beach sand! A new project each week.
Instructor: Dru Richardson | Ages 9-12
Fridays, June 21-July 26 (no class July 5) | 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
5 classes: $150 (RAM Family Members and above $135)
Preschool Art Class
This could be your child’s very first art class! Children will earn about color, shape, line, and pattern as they use a variety of mediums to create wonderful pieces of art!
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | Ages 3-6
Saturdays, Session 1: June 22-July 20 OR Session 2: July 27-August 24 | 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
5 classes: $65 (RAM Family Members and above $58.50)
Tuesdays, June 25-July 30 | 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
6 classes: $78 (RAM Family Members and above $70)
SUMMER YOUTH SATURDAY CLASSES
Flower Power
Exploring all things floral.
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | Ages 6-12
June 22 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Member and above $32)
July 4th Spectacular
Patriotic creations in red, white, and blue!
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | Ages 6-12
June 29 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Member and above $32)
Nature
Art doesn’t get more organic than Mother Nature!
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | Ages 6-12
July 6 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Member and above $32)
Pirates!
Shiver me timbers! Come aboard for pirate-themed art.
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | Ages 6-12
July 13 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Member and above $32)
Circus, Circus
Big-top fun with circus-inspired art.
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | Ages 6-12
July 20 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Member and above $32)
Under the Sea
The best catch around! Create cool underwater creations for a hot summer day.
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | Ages 6-12
July 27 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Member and above $32)
Camp
Scout out campy projects and “s’more”!
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | Ages 6-12
August 3 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Member and above $32)
Working with Wire
Create beading-wire bracelets that spell out your name and a metal bookmark. Other projects as time allows.
Instructor: Diana Yegge | Ages 6-12
August 10 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Member and above $32)
Space is the Place
Blast off with some out-of-this-world projects.
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | Ages 6-12
August 17 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Member and above $32)
Outback
Artistic inspiration from Australia’s Never-Never Land.
Instructor: Caryn Marsella | Ages 6-12
August 24 | 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$35 (RAM Family Member and above $32)
