Winter and Spring 2026 Youth Classes are now open for enrollment! Join us for an exciting and enriching experience filled with interactive learning, creative projects, and opportunities to make new friends.
Register for Winter/Spring Classes @ The Riverside Art Museum
Class Registration6/3 – 6/7 (M-F)
9:00am – Art History Exploration (Ages 10+) AM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
9:00am – Drawing Skills (Ages 5-9) AM class June 3-7 @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Filmmaking for Beginners (Ages 10+) AM Class June 3-7 @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Art Inspired by Science (Ages 5-9) PM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
1:00pm – California the Beautiful (Ages 10+) PM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
6/10 – 6/14 (M-F)
9:00am – Forts and Secret Hideaways (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – Paint, Twist, Sculpt (Ages 10+) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – Poetry (Teen) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Filmmaking-Advanced (Teen) AM Class June 10-14 @ The Cheech
6/17 – 6/21 (M-F)
9:00am – Beginner Printmaking (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 17-21 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Procreate (Ages 10+) AM Class June 17-21 @ RAM (sold out)
9:00am – Zoology (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
1:00pm – Anime Experience (Ages 10+) PM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
1:00pm – Anime Experience (Ages 5-9) PM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
6/26 – 6/28 (W-F)
9:00am – Current Exhibition Explorations (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 26-28 (no class June 24th/25th) @ RAM
9:00am – Exploring Creativity with Clay (Ages 5-12) AM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ The Cheech
9:00am – Journey through Art (Ages10+) AM Class June 26-28 (no class June 24th/25th) @ RAM
9:00am – Plein Air for Teens-Capture a place in Time (Teen) AM class June 26-28 (no class 24th-25th) @ RAM
1:00pm – Food Art (All ages) PM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ RAM
7/1 -7/3 (M-W)
9:00am – Into the Wild (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 1–3 (No class July 4th or 5th) @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Nature (Ages 10+) AM Class July 1–3 (No class July 4th/5th) @ RAM
9:00am – “Arte y Yo” (Spanglish fun) (Ages 5–12) AM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Sculpture (Ages 10+) PM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ RAM
1:00pm – Upcycled Art (Ages 5–9) PM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ RAM
7/8 – 7/12 (M-F)
9:00am – All About Color! (Ages 5-9) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
9:00am – Mini Chicano Art History Class for Teens (Ages 13+) AM Class July 8-12 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Music Class with Ulises (Ages 9–12) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
9:00am – Teen Drawing (Ages 13+) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
1:00pm – Cartooning (All Ages) PM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
1:00pm – Food Art (All ages) PM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ RAM
7/15 – 7/19 (M-F)
9:00am – Digital Art Class (Teen) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Fantasy (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Landscapes (Ages 10+) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Printmaking (Ages 10+) AM Class July 15-19 @ The Cheech
7/22 – 7/26 (M-F)
9:00am – Fun with Clay (Ages 10+) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
9:00am – Fun with Clay (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
9:00am – Mini Chicano Art History Class (Ages 9–12) AM Class July 22-26 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Photography for Teens (Ages 13+) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
1:00pm – California Coast (All ages) PM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
7/29 – 8/2 (M-F)
9:00am – Drawing Techniques (Ages 10+) AM Class July 29 August 2nd @ RAM
9:00am – Outer Space Adventure (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 29-August 2nd @ RAM
9:00am – Papier-mâché (Ages 8+) AM class July 29-August 2 @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Paint, Twist, Sculpt (All ages) PM Class July 29-August 2nd @ RAM
Afterschool Classes
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
4:00-5:30pm | Ages 6-15
5-class Session: $110
RAM Family Members and above $99
Homeschool Classes
Tuesdays
10:00-11:30 | Ages 6-15
5-class Session: $110
RAM Family Members and above $99
Saturday Art Club
Saturdays
10:00-11:00am | Ages 5-12
5-class Session $80
RAM Family Members and above $72
NEW!! Exploring Together — Toddler & Adult Art Program
Dates: Second Saturday of every month: February 14, March 14, April 11, May 9, June 13, July 11, August 8.
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am
Cost: $25.00
Ages: 18months – 4years
Spring Break: Art Jam
March 23rd-27th 2026
Morning Classes: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Afternoon class: 1 p.m.- 4 p.m.
**EARLY-BIRD PRICE: Sign up by March 13, 2026
$225/week (RAM Family Members and above $202.50)
$50/day per session (RAM Family Members and above $45)
REGULAR PRICE: Sign up March 14, 2026, and after
$275/week (RAM Family Members and above $247.50)
$60/day per session (RAM Family Members and above $54
Class Descriptions
6/3 – 6/7 (M-F)
9:00am – Art History Exploration (Ages 10+) AM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
9:00am – Drawing Skills (Ages 5-9) AM class June 3-7 @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Filmmaking for Beginners (Ages 10+) AM Class June 3-7 @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Art Inspired by Science (Ages 5-9) PM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
1:00pm – California the Beautiful (Ages 10+) PM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
6/10 – 6/14 (M-F)
9:00am – Forts and Secret Hideaways (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – Paint, Twist, Sculpt (Ages 10+) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – Poetry (Teen) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Filmmaking-Advanced (Teen) AM Class June 10-14 @ The Cheech
6/17 – 6/21 (M-F)
9:00am – Beginner Printmaking (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 17-21 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Procreate (Ages 10+) AM Class June 17-21 @ RAM (sold out)
9:00am – Zoology (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
1:00pm – Anime Experience (Ages 10+) PM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
1:00pm – Anime Experience (Ages 5-9) PM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
6/26 – 6/28 (W-F)
9:00am – Current Exhibition Explorations (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 26-28 (no class June 24th/25th) @ RAM
9:00am – Exploring Creativity with Clay (Ages 5-12) AM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ The Cheech
9:00am – Journey through Art (Ages10+) AM Class June 26-28 (no class June 24th/25th) @ RAM
9:00am – Plein Air for Teens-Capture a place in Time (Teen) AM class June 26-28 (no class 24th-25th) @ RAM
1:00pm – Food Art (All ages) PM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ RAM
7/1 -7/3 (M-W)
9:00am – Into the Wild (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 1–3 (No class July 4th or 5th) @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Nature (Ages 10+) AM Class July 1–3 (No class July 4th/5th) @ RAM
9:00am – “Arte y Yo” (Spanglish fun) (Ages 5–12) AM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Sculpture (Ages 10+) PM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ RAM
1:00pm – Upcycled Art (Ages 5–9) PM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ RAM
7/8 – 7/12 (M-F)
9:00am – All About Color! (Ages 5-9) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
9:00am – Mini Chicano Art History Class for Teens (Ages 13+) AM Class July 8-12 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Music Class with Ulises (Ages 9–12) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
9:00am – Teen Drawing (Ages 13+) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
1:00pm – Cartooning (All Ages) PM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
1:00pm – Food Art (All ages) PM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ RAM
7/15 – 7/19 (M-F)
9:00am – Digital Art Class (Teen) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Fantasy (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Landscapes (Ages 10+) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Printmaking (Ages 10+) AM Class July 15-19 @ The Cheech
7/22 – 7/26 (M-F)
9:00am – Fun with Clay (Ages 10+) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
9:00am – Fun with Clay (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
9:00am – Mini Chicano Art History Class (Ages 9–12) AM Class July 22-26 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Photography for Teens (Ages 13+) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
1:00pm – California Coast (All ages) PM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
7/29 – 8/2 (M-F)
9:00am – Drawing Techniques (Ages 10+) AM Class July 29 August 2nd @ RAM
9:00am – Outer Space Adventure (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 29-August 2nd @ RAM
9:00am – Papier-mâché (Ages 8+) AM class July 29-August 2 @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Paint, Twist, Sculpt (All ages) PM Class July 29-August 2nd @ RAM
Tuesday Afterschool (Ages 6-12)
January 6th-February 3rd
Kawaii Character Creations
Kawaii art features big eyes, bright colors, and simple designs to create an overall cute look. This class will use drawing, painting and sculpting to create our own kawaii characters.
February 10th-March 10th
Cardboard Circus
Create the greatest show of your own creation out of cardboard. We will create circus themed artworks-circus tents, ringmasters, trained animals, clowns and more!
March 17th-April 21st (No class March 24th)
Festivals of the world
Learn and create art about festivals around the world including: Holi, Carnival, and Lunar New Year
April 28th-May 26th
Art about Animals
All about Animals. Draw, Paint and sculpt all your favorite animals.
Wednesday Afterschool (Ages 7-15)
January 7th-February 4th
Pop Art Extravaganza
Immerse your student in the bright world of Pop Art. This class will explore different artists from the Pop Art era and their influence in the art scene. We’ll create using a variety of mediums from oil pastel, paints and even clay!
February 11th-March 11th
Clay and More!
Join us as we explore the multiple uses of clay in this exciting class! Students will learn to create various projects with air-dry clay and even learn some new techniques along the way.
March 18th-April 22nd (No class March 25th)
Cartoon Fantasy
Cartoons have entertained us for years, through their fun designs and way of being. This class will explore the art of cartoons throughout the years, where students will create their own original character and works of art.
April 29th-May 27th
Space Artventures
In this class, students will be transported to far away galaxies, planets and stars to create unique artworks. From painting to sculpting, students will have a blast while also learning new art techniques.
Thursday Afterschool (Ages 8-15)
January 8th-February 5th
Progressive Procreate- Level 1
Learn the essentials of digital illustration using Procreate on the iPad. This beginner-friendly class introduces you to the Procreate interface, basic tools, layers, brushes, color selection, and simple workflows. Through guided exercises, you’ll create your first finished digital artwork while building confidence with core techniques.
February 12th- March 12th
Progressive Procreate- Level 2
Take your Procreate skills to the next level in this intermediate class designed for students who are comfortable with the basics. We’ll dive deeper into advanced layer functions, blending modes, color harmony, and workflow strategies. Students will complete more complex projects while learning techniques for shading, lighting, textures, and refining their digital illustrations. This course is ideal for anyone looking to expand their digital art toolkit and develop a more polished, professional look.
March 19th- April 23rd (No Class March 26th)
Mixed Media Journaling
Discover the magic of mixing paint, collage, drawing, and texture as you create expressive pages in your personal art journal. This class introduces a variety of materials and techniques—such as acrylics, stencils, collage elements, and mark-making—to help you develop your own visual voice. With guided prompts and plenty of creative freedom, you’ll learn how to build rich, layered pages that reflect your thoughts, stories, and imagination.
April 30th- May 29th
Spring Sculptures
Welcome the season of renewal through hands-on sculpture! In this class, students explore a variety of materials—such as clay, wire, paper, natural elements, and mixed media—to create spring-inspired artworks. Learn techniques for shaping, assembling, and finishing while sculpting flowers, insects, animals, abstract forms, and more. Perfect for anyone who wants to bring the beauty and energy of spring to life in three dimensions.
Register Here
Tuesdays – 10:00-11:30am [Ages 6-15]
RAM is happy to vendor for RiverSprings Charter, Compass Charter, Sage Oak, Cabrillo Point, Granite Charter, Excel Academy Charter, Mission Vista Academy and Sky Mountain Charter. If your school is not listed and you would like it to be please email Bethany Molyneaux at [email protected]
In this series of “Homeschool” classes, students will have the opportunity to build their art skills across five sessions that explore a different them each session. Every week, students can experiment with a range of tools and materials, experience the fun of making art, and express themselves as they create individual art pieces of their own!
Tuesdays, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
January 6th-February 3rd
Fairy Tales & Fables
February 10th-March 10th
Famous Artists & Their Styles
March 17th-April 21st (No class March 24th)
Drawing basics and beyond
April 28th-May 26th
Painting from Pictures
If paying with a homeschool PO, please still sign up your student via our register link, use the option “paying with PO”
*Classes offered to charter school students are non-religious
Ages 5–12 | Saturdays, 10 a.m.–11 a.m.
Turn your child’s Saturdays into the most creative day of the week! Saturday Art Club is a lively, hands‑on art experience where kids get to explore new materials, experiment with fun techniques, and bring their biggest ideas to life. Each session is packed with imagination, color, and confidence‑building creativity—perfect for young artists who love to make, explore, and express themselves.
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Session 1: September 20 – October 18
Session 2: October 25–November 22
Session 3: December 6–January 10 (No class December 27)
Session 4: January 17–February 14
Session 5: February 21-March 21
Session 6: March 28-April 25th
Session 7: May 2-May 30th
Session 8: June 6 – July 11 (no class July 4th)
Session 9: July 18 – August 15
Register Here“Exploring Together” celebrates the creative bond between toddlers and their adults. Each pair discovers art side by side, blending a child’s curiosity with gentle adult support. The focus is on shared moments—wonder, mess, laughter—not perfect technique. Parents follow their toddler’s lead, letting spontaneous marks and choices shape the work, while adults offer materials and add subtle contributions. The final piece becomes a visual conversation between two artists at different stages of life. Through color, movement, and play, the project honors the joy and beauty of creating together.
Dates: Second Saturday of every month: February 14, March 14, April 11, May 9, June 13, July 11, August 8.
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am
Cost: $25.00
Ages: 18months – 4years
*An adult must stay with the child the entirety of the art lesson
Register Here
Spring Break: Art JAM
March 23rd-27th 2026
Morning Classes: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Afternoon classes: 1 p.m.- 4 p.m.
Ages 6-15
week bursting with color, creativity, and hands‑on making. Kids jump into painting, sculpting, printing, and mixed‑media projects as they explore new materials and big ideas each day. It’s a lively, upbeat studio experience where young artists get to experiment freely, make bold choices, and bring home artwork they’re excited to show off. The perfect way to turn spring break into a creative celebration.
Register for Winter/Spring Classes @ The Riverside Art Museum
Class RegistrationCancellation Policy
Should you need to cancel your registration, a request must be submitted in writing and received one week prior to the start of class. A 15% fee is retained for cancellation by enrollee. No exceptions. *We require a minimum number of students to hold a class. In case of cancellation, parents will be notified through given contact information.
Scholarships are available from the following funds: Dottie Smith Scholarship Fund, Littleworth Scholarship Fund, Dorothy Blunden Scholarship Fund, Jacqueline M. Smith Memorial Fund, and Art Alliance Scholarship Fund.
Fall 2025 Youth Classes are now open for enrollment! Join us for an exciting and enriching experience filled with interactive learning, creative projects, and opportunities to make new friends.
Register for Fall Classes @ The Riverside Art Museum
Class Registration6/3 – 6/7 (M-F)
9:00am – Art History Exploration (Ages 10+) AM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
9:00am – Drawing Skills (Ages 5-9) AM class June 3-7 @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Filmmaking for Beginners (Ages 10+) AM Class June 3-7 @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Art Inspired by Science (Ages 5-9) PM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
1:00pm – California the Beautiful (Ages 10+) PM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
6/10 – 6/14 (M-F)
9:00am – Forts and Secret Hideaways (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – Paint, Twist, Sculpt (Ages 10+) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – Poetry (Teen) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Filmmaking-Advanced (Teen) AM Class June 10-14 @ The Cheech
6/17 – 6/21 (M-F)
9:00am – Beginner Printmaking (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 17-21 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Procreate (Ages 10+) AM Class June 17-21 @ RAM (sold out)
9:00am – Zoology (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
1:00pm – Anime Experience (Ages 10+) PM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
1:00pm – Anime Experience (Ages 5-9) PM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
6/26 – 6/28 (W-F)
9:00am – Current Exhibition Explorations (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 26-28 (no class June 24th/25th) @ RAM
9:00am – Exploring Creativity with Clay (Ages 5-12) AM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ The Cheech
9:00am – Journey through Art (Ages10+) AM Class June 26-28 (no class June 24th/25th) @ RAM
9:00am – Plein Air for Teens-Capture a place in Time (Teen) AM class June 26-28 (no class 24th-25th) @ RAM
1:00pm – Food Art (All ages) PM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ RAM
7/1 -7/3 (M-W)
9:00am – Into the Wild (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 1–3 (No class July 4th or 5th) @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Nature (Ages 10+) AM Class July 1–3 (No class July 4th/5th) @ RAM
9:00am – “Arte y Yo” (Spanglish fun) (Ages 5–12) AM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Sculpture (Ages 10+) PM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ RAM
1:00pm – Upcycled Art (Ages 5–9) PM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ RAM
7/8 – 7/12 (M-F)
9:00am – All About Color! (Ages 5-9) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
9:00am – Mini Chicano Art History Class for Teens (Ages 13+) AM Class July 8-12 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Music Class with Ulises (Ages 9–12) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
9:00am – Teen Drawing (Ages 13+) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
1:00pm – Cartooning (All Ages) PM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
1:00pm – Food Art (All ages) PM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ RAM
7/15 – 7/19 (M-F)
9:00am – Digital Art Class (Teen) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Fantasy (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Landscapes (Ages 10+) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Printmaking (Ages 10+) AM Class July 15-19 @ The Cheech
7/22 – 7/26 (M-F)
9:00am – Fun with Clay (Ages 10+) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
9:00am – Fun with Clay (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
9:00am – Mini Chicano Art History Class (Ages 9–12) AM Class July 22-26 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Photography for Teens (Ages 13+) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
1:00pm – California Coast (All ages) PM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
7/29 – 8/2 (M-F)
9:00am – Drawing Techniques (Ages 10+) AM Class July 29 August 2nd @ RAM
9:00am – Outer Space Adventure (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 29-August 2nd @ RAM
9:00am – Papier-mâché (Ages 8+) AM class July 29-August 2 @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Paint, Twist, Sculpt (All ages) PM Class July 29-August 2nd @ RAM
Afterschool Classes
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
4:00-5:30pm | Ages 6-15
5-class Session: $110
RAM Family Members and above $99
Homeschool Classes
Tuesdays
10:00-11:30 | Ages 6-15
5-class Session: $110
RAM Family Members and above $99
Saturday Art Club
Saturdays
10:00-11:00am | Ages 5-12
5-class Session $80
RAM Family Members and above $72
New! Saturday Afternoon Classes
Saturdays
Ages 5-12
October 11 and 18th, 2025 from 12:30 – 3:00pm
or
December 6, and 13th, 2025 from 12:30 – 3:00pm
2- class session: $65 (RAM Family members and above $58.50)
Minicamp-Thanksgiving Week
Monday, November 24, 2025 – Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Morning session Monday–Wednesday: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Afternoon session Monday–Wednesday: 1 –4 p.m.
3-class session, Monday–Wednesday $115 (RAM Family Member and above $103.50)
Minicamp- Holiday Break
Monday, December 29 – 31
Morning session ONLY Monday–Wednesday: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
3-class session, Monday–Wednesday
$115.00 (RAM Family Member and above $103.50)
Class Descriptions
6/3 – 6/7 (M-F)
9:00am – Art History Exploration (Ages 10+) AM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
9:00am – Drawing Skills (Ages 5-9) AM class June 3-7 @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Filmmaking for Beginners (Ages 10+) AM Class June 3-7 @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Art Inspired by Science (Ages 5-9) PM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
1:00pm – California the Beautiful (Ages 10+) PM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
6/10 – 6/14 (M-F)
9:00am – Forts and Secret Hideaways (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – Paint, Twist, Sculpt (Ages 10+) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – Poetry (Teen) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Filmmaking-Advanced (Teen) AM Class June 10-14 @ The Cheech
6/17 – 6/21 (M-F)
9:00am – Beginner Printmaking (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 17-21 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Procreate (Ages 10+) AM Class June 17-21 @ RAM (sold out)
9:00am – Zoology (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
1:00pm – Anime Experience (Ages 10+) PM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
1:00pm – Anime Experience (Ages 5-9) PM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
6/26 – 6/28 (W-F)
9:00am – Current Exhibition Explorations (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 26-28 (no class June 24th/25th) @ RAM
9:00am – Exploring Creativity with Clay (Ages 5-12) AM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ The Cheech
9:00am – Journey through Art (Ages10+) AM Class June 26-28 (no class June 24th/25th) @ RAM
9:00am – Plein Air for Teens-Capture a place in Time (Teen) AM class June 26-28 (no class 24th-25th) @ RAM
1:00pm – Food Art (All ages) PM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ RAM
7/1 -7/3 (M-W)
9:00am – Into the Wild (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 1–3 (No class July 4th or 5th) @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Nature (Ages 10+) AM Class July 1–3 (No class July 4th/5th) @ RAM
9:00am – “Arte y Yo” (Spanglish fun) (Ages 5–12) AM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Sculpture (Ages 10+) PM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ RAM
1:00pm – Upcycled Art (Ages 5–9) PM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ RAM
7/8 – 7/12 (M-F)
9:00am – All About Color! (Ages 5-9) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
9:00am – Mini Chicano Art History Class for Teens (Ages 13+) AM Class July 8-12 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Music Class with Ulises (Ages 9–12) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
9:00am – Teen Drawing (Ages 13+) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
1:00pm – Cartooning (All Ages) PM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
1:00pm – Food Art (All ages) PM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ RAM
7/15 – 7/19 (M-F)
9:00am – Digital Art Class (Teen) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Fantasy (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Landscapes (Ages 10+) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Printmaking (Ages 10+) AM Class July 15-19 @ The Cheech
7/22 – 7/26 (M-F)
9:00am – Fun with Clay (Ages 10+) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
9:00am – Fun with Clay (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
9:00am – Mini Chicano Art History Class (Ages 9–12) AM Class July 22-26 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Photography for Teens (Ages 13+) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
1:00pm – California Coast (All ages) PM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
7/29 – 8/2 (M-F)
9:00am – Drawing Techniques (Ages 10+) AM Class July 29 August 2nd @ RAM
9:00am – Outer Space Adventure (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 29-August 2nd @ RAM
9:00am – Papier-mâché (Ages 8+) AM class July 29-August 2 @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Paint, Twist, Sculpt (All ages) PM Class July 29-August 2nd @ RAM
September 30–October 28 [Ages 6–12]
Building Big and Small! Creating 3D artworks big and small. We will build small polymer clay sculptures to big cardboard designs!
November 4–December 9 (No class November 25th) [Ages 6-12]
Disney Art: Create works of Art based off of your favorite Disney Movies.
Register Here
Wednesdays @ RAM
October 1–October 29 [Ages 8–15]
Portraits in Pixels: Creating Digital Art with Procreate.
November 5–December 10th (no class November 26th) [Ages 8–15]
Digital Landscapes: Mastering the Art of Procreate Scenery
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October 2–October 30 [Ages 6–15]
Painting Techniques
Learn how to construct a painting surface, mix colors, and use brushes, knives, and masking.
November 6–December 11 (No class November 27) [Ages 6-15]
Watercolor Techniques
Where splashes of color, fluid movement, and a touch of magic come together to create stunning works of art.
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Tuesdays – 10:00-11:30am [Ages 6-15]
RAM is happy to vendor for RiverSprings Charter, Compass Charter, Sage Oak, Cabrillo Point, Granite Charter, Excel Academy Charter, Mission Vista Academy and Sky Mountain Charter. If your school is not listed and you would like it to be please email Caryn Marsella at [email protected]
In this series of “Homeschool” classes, students will have the opportunity to build their art skills across five sessions that explore Wild wonders: Animal Inspired Art. Every week, students can experiment with a range of tools and materials, experience the fun of making art, and express themselves as they create individual art pieces of their own!
Tuesdays, September 30 – October 28
Art History
Tuesdays, November 4 – December 9 (No class November 25th)
Techniques and Textiles
If paying with a homeschool PO, please still sign up your student via our register link, use the option “paying with PO”
*Classes offered to charter school students are non-religious
Ages 5–12 | Saturdays, 10 a.m.–11 a.m.
This class is open to kids of varying ages and interest levels. Students will stretch their creative capacities and expand their knowledge in the use of different art materials.
Session 1: September 20 – October 18
Session 2: October 25–November 22
Session 3: December 6–January 10 (No class December 27)
Session 4: January 17–February 14
Session 5: February 21-March 21
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Saturday Afternoon Class
October 11 and 18th, 2025 from 12:30 – 3:00 [Ages 5-12]
Spooky and Creative Art Fun is the perfect art class to celebrate October! Kids will dive into Halloween-themed projects like crafting creative haunted house collages and designing creepy monster masks. They’ll also experiment with fun techniques, like making marbled “Ghostly” prints or clay witch hats. This class is all about creativity, a little spookiness, and a lot of festive fun!
December 6, and 13th, 2025 from 12:30 – 3:00pm
Holiday Art Extravaganza is a fun and festive art class designed to celebrate the holiday season. Kids will create holiday-themed projects like decorating ornaments, painting snowy winter scenes and creating personalized holiday cards and even creating their own sparkling snowflakes. This class is packed with creativity, holiday cheer and lots of hands-on fun to get everyone in the holiday spirit!
Register HereMonday, November 24, 2025 – Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Morning session Monday–Wednesday: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Afternoon session Monday–Wednesday: 1 –4 p.m.
PLEASE send a snack with your child for breaks!
Break-time supervision: 12–1 p.m. PLEASE bring your own bagged lunch
3-lunch session: $35
1-lunch session: $15
Morning Session
Art Explorers: Discovering Mediums and Techniques (Ages 5-9)
Explore the world of art through this class! Students will dive into different mediums and techniques to create their own unique artwork.
Mastering Realism: Perspective and Techniques for Young Artist (Ages 10+)
Enhance your skills in this art class where students will work on perspective, creating realistic subject matter, and many other techniques using a variety of mediums.
Afternoon Session
Creative Clay Explorers: Sculpting (Ages 5-9)
Art Adventures: Explore, Experiment, and Create (10+)
Explore and enjoy the diverse topics, techniques and mediums in this art class. Students will be taken out of their comfort zone and create art that challenges them.
Monday, December 29 – 31 MORNING ONLY.
Morning session Monday–Wednesday: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
PLEASE send a snack with your child for break!
Morning Session
Animal Kingdom: Kids will create artwork inspired by their favorite animals, such as animal masks, clay animal sculptures, or paintings of animals in their habitats. (5-9)
Anime Art: Ready to bring your favorite anime characters to life? In this Anime Art class, you’ll learn to draw and design your own manga-inspired masterpieces! From creating expressive eyes to mastering dynamic poses, we’ll dive into the exciting world of anime art. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, you’ll get step-by-step guidance to develop your skills, explore unique character designs, and unleash your creativity. Get ready for a fun-filled, action-packed workshop where you can create your own anime world. (10+)
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Class RegistrationCancellation Policy
Should you need to cancel your registration, a request must be submitted in writing and received one week prior to the start of class. A 15% fee is retained for cancellation by enrollee. No exceptions. *We require a minimum number of students to hold a class. In case of cancellation, parents will be notified through given contact information.
Scholarships are available from the following funds: Dottie Smith Scholarship Fund, Littleworth Scholarship Fund, Dorothy Blunden Scholarship Fund, Jacqueline M. Smith Memorial Fund, and Art Alliance Scholarship Fund.
Call for:
- Art/Artist Demonstrations
- Art Activities/workshops
- Performances
- Community Partners/Programs
- Live Performances
Are you an artist that wants to engage, inspire and help grow creativity?
We are looking for artists to do live demonstrations, performances or art activities with our visitors on our First Sundays and/or Artswalk. These are free admission days and a great opportunity for meeting and interacting with the community and inspiring others in your passions. The activities will be free to visitors to either participate in or observe. There will be a stipend of $150-$300 depending on what supplies you will be providing. This will be a collaboration between you (the artist) and RAM.
Examples on what we are looking for includes: plein air painters, face painters, balloons artists, comic book artists that can teach a short activity, ceramics wheel throwing demonstration, jewelry making demo, marionette performance, Dj’s, improv, saxophone performance etc.
We are currently looking for artist @ RAM (Julia Morgan Building) for January 2025-May 2025 at the following events:
First Sundays (First Sunday of the month 1:00-4:00pm) (arrive 12:30pm, leave by 4:30)
Artswalk: First Thursday of the Month 6:00pm-900pm (arrive by 5:30pm leave by 9:30)
We are currently looking for artist @ The Cheech for August 2025-December 2025 at the following events:
First Sundays (First Sunday of the month 1:00-4:00pm) (arrive 12:30pm, leave by 4:30)
Artswalk: First Thursday of the Month 6:00pm-900pm (arrive by 5:30pm leave by 9:30)
Please note: This is not a vendor opportunity, you will not be allowed to sell anything to visitors. You can pass out business cards and promote yourself though!
FAQs
No this is not a vendor opportunity, you will not be allowed to sell anything to visitors.
This is for our programming window between January 2025 -May 2025. We will contact you when we need someone for a particular month.
We will have a table and chairs available. After we reach out for an event we will discuss with you any other needs.
You can let us know your preference but when we contact you we will let you know where we plan to have you on site.
All experience levels welcome. Classes are at The Riverside Art Museum.
Only a limited amount of spots available for each class, so sign up early!
Register for Classes @ The Riverside Art Museum
Class RegistrationAdult Mixed Media Classes @ RAM
Watercolor and Journaling with Tina Pesch
All experience levels welcome Classes are Saturdays, 11:00am-2:00pm
$45 Single Class
$40.50 Ram Members
$35 The 52 Project members
Thursday Night Art Series @ RAM
Three class sessions on Negative Space Watercolor or Sketching basics
All experience levels welcome. And all supplies included. Classes are Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm
$75 Three class session
$67.50 Ram Members
$52 The 52 Project members
Sunday Afternoon Drawing Classes @ RAM
6 sessions of Drawing classes with Deb Varvi
All experience levels welcome. Classes are Sundays, 12:30-3:00pm
$175 All Six sessions
$157.50 Ram Members
$130 The 52 Project members
Class Descriptions
6/3 – 6/7 (M-F)
9:00am – Art History Exploration (Ages 10+) AM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
9:00am – Drawing Skills (Ages 5-9) AM class June 3-7 @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Filmmaking for Beginners (Ages 10+) AM Class June 3-7 @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Art Inspired by Science (Ages 5-9) PM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
1:00pm – California the Beautiful (Ages 10+) PM Class June 3-7 @ RAM
6/10 – 6/14 (M-F)
9:00am – Forts and Secret Hideaways (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – Paint, Twist, Sculpt (Ages 10+) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – Poetry (Teen) AM Class June 10-14 @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Filmmaking-Advanced (Teen) AM Class June 10-14 @ The Cheech
6/17 – 6/21 (M-F)
9:00am – Beginner Printmaking (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 17-21 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Procreate (Ages 10+) AM Class June 17-21 @ RAM (sold out)
9:00am – Zoology (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
1:00pm – Anime Experience (Ages 10+) PM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
1:00pm – Anime Experience (Ages 5-9) PM Class June 17-21 @ RAM
6/26 – 6/28 (W-F)
9:00am – Current Exhibition Explorations (Ages 5-9) AM Class June 26-28 (no class June 24th/25th) @ RAM
9:00am – Exploring Creativity with Clay (Ages 5-12) AM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ The Cheech
9:00am – Journey through Art (Ages10+) AM Class June 26-28 (no class June 24th/25th) @ RAM
9:00am – Plein Air for Teens-Capture a place in Time (Teen) AM class June 26-28 (no class 24th-25th) @ RAM
1:00pm – Food Art (All ages) PM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ RAM
7/1 -7/3 (M-W)
9:00am – Into the Wild (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 1–3 (No class July 4th or 5th) @ RAM
9:00am – The Art of Nature (Ages 10+) AM Class July 1–3 (No class July 4th/5th) @ RAM
9:00am – “Arte y Yo” (Spanglish fun) (Ages 5–12) AM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Sculpture (Ages 10+) PM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ RAM
1:00pm – Upcycled Art (Ages 5–9) PM Class July 1-3 (no class 4th/5th) @ RAM
7/8 – 7/12 (M-F)
9:00am – All About Color! (Ages 5-9) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
9:00am – Mini Chicano Art History Class for Teens (Ages 13+) AM Class July 8-12 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Music Class with Ulises (Ages 9–12) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
9:00am – Teen Drawing (Ages 13+) AM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
1:00pm – Cartooning (All Ages) PM Class July 8-12 @ RAM
1:00pm – Food Art (All ages) PM Class June 26-28th (no class 24/25th) @ RAM
7/15 – 7/19 (M-F)
9:00am – Digital Art Class (Teen) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Fantasy (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Landscapes (Ages 10+) AM Class July 15-19 @ RAM
9:00am – Printmaking (Ages 10+) AM Class July 15-19 @ The Cheech
7/22 – 7/26 (M-F)
9:00am – Fun with Clay (Ages 10+) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
9:00am – Fun with Clay (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
9:00am – Mini Chicano Art History Class (Ages 9–12) AM Class July 22-26 @ The Cheech
9:00am – Photography for Teens (Ages 13+) AM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
1:00pm – California Coast (All ages) PM Class July 22-26 @ RAM
7/29 – 8/2 (M-F)
9:00am – Drawing Techniques (Ages 10+) AM Class July 29 August 2nd @ RAM
9:00am – Outer Space Adventure (Ages 5–9) AM Class July 29-August 2nd @ RAM
9:00am – Papier-mâché (Ages 8+) AM class July 29-August 2 @ The Cheech
1:00pm – Paint, Twist, Sculpt (All ages) PM Class July 29-August 2nd @ RAM
Class times: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Single classes
2/28, Watercolor for Relaxation – Enjoy the soothing effect of watercolor as you learn fun and easy painting techniques. No watercolor experience required.
March no class
4/25, Jump Start Journal – Learn how to make a journal from a master board. You will use a variety of mixed media techniques to create your master board.
Register HereThree class sessions with all supplies included:
Negative Space Watercolor Painting: Explore the principles of negative space painting and learn how to apply this technique effectively. Throughout this series, you will create several watercolor pieces that build your skills and confidence with negative space design.
February 5, 12, and 19th
5:30 – 7:30 pm
Sketching Basics: This session will cover how to use thumbnail sketches to plan effective compositions, techniques for creating more dynamic layouts, methods for using blocking to simplify complex forms, and the fundamentals of contour line drawing.
March 5, 12, 19th
5:30 – 7:30 pm
Register HereSix Class Session:
Learning to See Through Drawing Building on the Basic Drawing for Beginners classes, these lessons will focus on hand/eye coordination; learning to draw the line the eye sees. Beginning with 2 dimensional exercises designed to access the right hemisphere of our brains, we will train our eyes to see the relationships of line and shape. This practice will prepare us for the challenge of finding the edges in 3 dimensional objects and translating those edges into 2 dimensional drawings.
Sunday, February 1st, 8th, 15th 22, March 1, 8
12:30 – 3:00
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Cancellation Policy
Should you need to cancel your registration, a request must be submitted in writing and received one week prior to the start of class. A 15% fee is retained for cancellation by enrollee. No exceptions. *We require a minimum number of students to hold a class. In case of cancellation, you will be notified through given contact information.
WELCOME to a new year of committing to being more creative!
- capture your ideas in writing.
- find inspiration and motivation from a group of creatives.
- have fun learning to tell your story.
- use “52” for accountability and encouragement; and
- commit to writing a project proposal! (optional)
Inspired by Sue Mitchell’s commitment to 52 weeks of art making and her resulting exhibition called “52”, this group was formed in 2015 for creative people to find inspiration and motivation from one another while participating in a 52-week self-directed journey to help you develop the habit of capturing your inspired ideas and being more artful on a regular basis.
There are two ways to participate, they cost the same and you can go back and forth between the two options until the final deadline for project proposals.
- Option 1: You write a commitment statement and try to be more creative on a regular basis taking advantage of the motivational and accountability tools the 52 Project will provide.
- Option 2: If you feel a creative idea developing along the way – you want to publish a short story or book of poems, hold a dance or guitar recital, or stage a one – act play or art exhibition – The 52 Project will help you write a project proposal. Submitted proposals will be juried by the museum staff. (During the past eight years, with over 400 participants, and 110 mini exhibitions or performances at RAM.)
Meetings are the third Saturday of the month at the Riverside Art Museum unless otherwise specified.
In other benefits, the museum offers artist talks, workshops, and has collaborated with members to put together book clubs, journaling groups, and more.
If you have an idea for creating a group or meet up with fellow 52 members, or an idea for a workshop, please reach out to Caryn Marsella at [email protected].
Cost of The 52 Project- Sign up for The 52 Project 2025-2026
After July 21st the cost is $252.00 for RAM members (must renew membership if it expires during the year) $352.00, for non- members. Those who have been members of previous iterations of the 52 Project know how valuable the experience of being part of the Project is, and how new members add knowledge and energy to the mix.
Included in the cost of the “52 Project” (10) monthly meetings to help you get started, hands-on classes, journaling, open studios to meet others in the cohorts, book club and more. We also have a private “52” Facebook page to encourage your creativity, sharing your art, and the ability to ask questions from site experts.
Classes will include “How to tell your story”, developing a commitment statement, Business of Art, meet the curator and have a discussion on what they look for when choosing pieces for an exhibition, learn to write a proposal, studio tours and more. You will also receive invitations to artist talks, artist demos, and more.
Meetings are every 3rd Saturday of the month from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm.
First Meeting will be July 19, 2025. 10:00 am Orientation, 11:00 am Meeting
Questions? Contact Caryn Marsella @ [email protected]
Ages 5–12
1 Kit: $90 (RAM Family level members and above: $81)
Includes five art lessons per kit, all necessary supplies for those lessons, and shipping!
Kickstart your creativity with these take-home kits! Each kit has a different theme: Animals, Art Around the World, Oceans of Fun, Desert, and Winter. Inside the kit are five art lessons specifically focused on the chosen theme. All necessary supplies are included!
If you think your child would be happy to get a kit, imagine how excited an at-risk youth would be to receive one. With a $25 donation when you check out, you’ll not only get your kit, but we’ll deliver a kit to Operation Safehouse.
Click here to purchase (or donate) a kit!
