Winter/Spring 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 RegistrationAfterschool 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
SPRING BREAK CLASSES: Creativity is a Wild Mind
Monday, March 24- Friday, March 28, 2025
Morning Session 9am-12pm
Afternoon Session 1pm-4pm
**EARLY-BIRD PRICE: Sign up by March 2, 2025 5-class series, Monday–Friday $225 (RAM Family Member and above $202.50).
Single Class: $50 (RAM Family Member and above $45)
REGULAR PRICE: Sign ups after March 2, 2025 5-class series, Monday-Friday: $275 (RAM Family Members and above $247.50)
Single Class: $60 (RAM Family Member and above $54)
Lunch-time supervision: 12–1 p.m.
PLEASE bring your own bagged lunch
5-lunch series: $65
1-lunch class: $15
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
Tuesdays
4:00-5:30pm | Ages 6-12
Fantasy Art
January 7–February 4 [Ages 6–12]
Join us as we explore worlds filled with wizards, fairies, magic, and so much
More! Students will draw, paint, and sculpt fantasy-inspired works from their
wildest dreams.
Fashion and Design
February 11–March 11 [Ages 6-12]
Fashion designers are artists that create the clothing we wear. In this class,
students will sketch, design and create fashion on an accessible scale.
The Art of Animation
March 18–April 22 (No class March 25) [Ages 6-12]
In this class, students will learn about the animation techniques used across television and film. Then they’ll create their own works of art inspired by their favorite cartoons, anime characters and so much more!
Register HereWednesdays
4:00-5:30pm | Ages 8-15
Asian and African Art
January 8–February 5 [Ages 8–15]
Discover the art and culture of African and Asian countries in this class. Each day, students will learn about a new country and create art inspired by the discussion!
Art From the Americas
February 12–March 12 [Ages 8–15]
In this class, students will learn about North, Central, and South American art and culture. From the past to the present, students will be creating art inspired by artists throughout the Americas.
European Art Through the Ages
March 19–April 23 (no class March 26) [Ages 8–15]
Students will dive into the rich history and art of European countries. By looking back across centuries, we’ll create our own new works inspired by art movements from England to Italy.
Register HereThursdays-Progressive Drawing
4:00-5:30pm | Ages 6-15
In order to enroll a student in Intermediate Drawing or Advanced Drawing without completing the prerequisite class, please email photos of drawings to the Director of Art Education, Caryn Marsella, at [email protected] for approval.
Progressive Drawing: Beginner
January 9–February 6 [Ages 6–15]
Want to learn how to draw? Let’s start with the basics. This class will cover value, mark making, contour drawing, and cross-contour drawing.
Progressive Drawing: Intermediate
February 13–March 13 [Ages 6-15]
This class will teach intermediate drawing skills, including shading, perspective, and grid drawing. Participants must have completed Beginner Drawing to register.
Progressive Drawing: Advanced
March 20–April 24 (No class March 27) [Ages 6-15]
Use the skills learned from the first two Progressive Drawing classes to create a final, fantastic artwork in your choice of style.
Register HereTuesdays – 10:00-11:30am [Ages 6-15]
RAM is happy to vendor for RiverSprings Charter, Compass Charter,Mission Vista, Excel, and Sage Oak Charter. If your school is not listed and you would like it to be, please email our art education coordinator 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 Illustration, Sculpture, or Mixed Media techniques. 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!
January 7–February 4 [Ages 6–15]
Illustration
February 11–March 11[Ages 6-15]
Sculpture
March 18–April 22 (No class March 25)[Ages 6-15]
Around the World
If paying with a homeschool PO, please still sign up your student via our register link, use the option “paying with PO”
Register HereAges 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 3: January 4–February 1
Session 4: February 8–March 8
Session 5: March 15–April 12
Register HereSpring Break Classes
Monday, March 24–Friday, March 28, 2025
Morning Classes:
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Afternoon classes:
1–4 p.m.
PLEASE send a snack with your child for breaks!
Morning Sessions
The Wonders of Art Grades K-3
Come experience the wonders of art. Dabble in different mediums including clay, painting, printmaking, and many others. Enjoy the festivities and be amazed!
Mixed Media Grades 4-7+
In this mixed-media class, there are no fixed rules in the creative process. We will use different mediums every day to create and learn about different types of art. From cardboard sculptures and clay portraits to collages with different materials, this class will explore different styles and let students explore their creativity.
Afternoon Session
Imitation & Inspiration Grades K-7+
For centuries, those who were training to become artists replicated others’ artwork to strengthen their skills so they could develop their own unique style. In this class, students will study artwork at RAM and The Cheech, recreate it, and then produce a masterpiece of their own creation.
Register Here Register for Lunch-Supervision Here
Note: To register for lunch-time supervision, must be added to the cart separately than MiniCamp
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 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 RegistrationAfterschool 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! November Mini-Camp
November 25-27th
Morning Session 9am-12pm
Afternoon Session 1pm-4pm
**EARLY-BIRD PRICE: Sign up by November 3, 2024 3-class session, Monday–Wednesday $115 (RAM Family Member and above $103.50)
REGULAR PRICE: Sign ups after November 4, 2024 3-class session, Monday–Wednesday: $165 (RAM Family Members and above $148.50)
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
Tuesdays
4:00-5:30pm | Ages 6-12
Building Big and Small!
October 1–October 29 [Ages 6–12]
Create 3D sculptures from small clay sculptures to large cardboard dioramas.
This class will focus on “building” new skills in sculpture.
Minecraft Art Class
November 5–December 10 (No class November 26) [Ages 6-12]
Does your kid love Minecraft? This themed art class will explore different mediums while focusing on your kids favorite game! We will draw, paint, and sculpt in the pixel art style.
Register HereWednesdays
4:00-5:30pm | Ages 8-15
Australian and Pacific Islander Art History Class
October 2–October 30 [Ages 8–15]
Go Down under and island hop in this art class where students will discover different cultures and create art inspired by the aboriginals of Australia to contemporary artists in Hawaii.
Procreate Fun
November 6–December 11 (no class November 27) [Ages 8–15]
In this class, students will create digital art through the Procreate app. Students can choose to bring their personal iPads or use an iPad provided by the museum.
Register HereThursdays
4:00-5:30pm | Ages 6-15
Watercolor Painting
October 3–October 31 [Ages 6–15]
This class will help artists learn about the wonderful world of watercolor. From brushstroke techniques. Color theory, and creating texture and layers. This class will help those that want to build their skill in watercolors.
Printmaking
November 7–December 12 (No class November 28)[Ages 6-15]
Discover the exciting world of printing by learning basic techniques such as stamping, monoprinting and relief printing. We’ll explore various materials and tools like foam sheets, rubber blocks, and found objects to create unique prints, allowing students to develop their artistic skills while expressing their creativity. This class fosters imagination, problem-solving, and fine motor skills in a fun and supportive environment, allowing students to create beautiful prints they can be proud of.
Register HereTuesdays – 10:00-11:30am [Ages 6-15]
RAM is happy to vendor for RiverSprings Charter, Compass Charter,Mission Vista, Excel, and Sage Oak Charter. If your school is not listed and you would like it to be, please email our art education coordinator 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 Painting Skills or Mixed Media techniques.. 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!
October 1–October 29 [Ages 6–15]
Painting Skills
November 5–December 10 (No class November 26) [Ages 6-15]
Mixed Media
If paying with a homeschool PO, please still sign up your student via our register link, use the option “paying with PO”
Register HereAges 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 9: August 31-September 28th
Session 1: October 5–November 2
Session 2: November 9–December 7
Sign up for Session 9 Sign up for Session 1 or SessionNOVEMBER MINICAMP
JOIN US FOR THESE 3-DAY SESSIONS THAT ALLOW STUDENTS TO EXPLORE EXCITING AND DIFFERENT ARTISTIC MEDIUMS. IT IS THE PERFECT WAY TO INTRODUCE STUDENTS TO OUR ART CAMPS IF THEY HAVE NEVER BEEN IN RAM’S ART PROGRAM BEFORE.
Monday, November 25–Wednesday, November 27 2024
Morning sessions 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Afternoon sessions 1–4 p.m.
PLEASE send a snack with your child for breaks!
Morning Sessions
A.M. Class @ RAM Ages 6-9
Explore the world of art through this class! Students will dive into different mediums and techniques to create their own unique artwork.
A.M. Class @ RAM Ages 10-15
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
P.M. Class @ RAM Ages 6-15
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
Register Here Register for Lunch-Supervision Here
Note: To register for lunch-time supervision, must be added to the cart separately than MiniCamp
Register for Fall 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.
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 NEW (as of Nov 2020) 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.
Boy Scout Art Merit Badge
Gallery visit and watercolor, pastel, acrylic, colored pencil, and clay creation!
OPEN – Call 951.684.7111 to schedule
$25/student, includes all materials
Girl Scout Art Badge
Explore origami, wire and clay sculpture, acrylic, watercolor, pastels, and more!
OPEN – Call 951.684.7111 to schedule
$25/student, includes all material