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 Registration

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.

**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)

Minicamp- Holiday Break

Monday, December 29 – 31 and Friday, January 2, 2026 (NO class January 1)

Morning session Monday–Wednesday: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Afternoon session Monday–Wednesday: 1 –4 p.m.

**EARLY-BIRD PRICE: Sign up by December 1, 2025

4-class session, Monday–Wednesday and Friday (no class Thursday)

$153.00 (RAM Family Member and above $138.00)

REGULAR PRICE: Sign-ups after December 1, 2025

4-class session, Monday–Wednesday and Friday (no class Thursday):

Class Descriptions

September 30–October 28 [Ages 6–12]
Building Big and Small!

 

November 4–December 9 (No class November 25th) [Ages 6-12]

Disney Art: Create works of Art based off of your favorite Disney Movies.

 

 

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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

Register Here

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!

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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.

PLEASE send a snack with your child for breaks!

**EARLY-BIRD PRICE: Sign up by November 3, 2024

REGULAR PRICE: Sign ups after November 4, 2024

 

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.

 

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Register For Lunch-time Supervision Here

Monday, December 29 – 31 and Friday, January 2, 2026 (NO class January 1)

 

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!

**EARLY-BIRD PRICE: Sign up by December 1, 2025

REGULAR PRICE: Sign-ups after December 1, 2025

 

Break-time supervision: 12–1 p.m. PLEASE bring your own bagged lunch

4-lunch session: $45

1-lunch session: $15

 

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+)

 

Afternoon Session

 

Art History: introducing kids to famous artists, art movements, and art styles through storytelling and hands-on activities. (5-9)

 

Papier-mâché is a fun art technique where we use paper and a special glue to create amazing sculptures and objects.  In this class, kids will learn how to make their own papier mache creations, like animals, masks, or even pinatas.  It’s messy, creative, and lots of fun! (10+)

Register Here
Register For Lunch-time Supervision Here

 

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Class Registration

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, 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.

At The Riverside Art Museum

Adult Watercolor Workshop @ RAM

Watercolor workshop with John “JJ” Dougan
All experience levels welcome.
Only 15 spots available for each class, so sign up early!

$60 Single Class
$54 Ram Members
$45 The 52 Project members

Workshop is Saturday March 8th, 10:00am-2:00pm @ The Riverside Art Museum 3425 Mission Inn Ave

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Class Registration

Class Description

March 8th, 2025- 10:00a-2:00pm

Watercolor is a wonderful light-filled medium that sometimes strikes needless fear in the hearts
of new painters. Join us as we demystify this sometimes elusive medium.
Whether you want to paint watercolor paintings, use watercolor to enhance other mediums
(pen and ink, pencil, etc.), or wish to capture sketchbook moments and nature illustrations, this
workshop is the steppingstone to your journey.
Through demonstrations and hands-on painting we will cover the basic tools (brushes, paint,
paper and other painting surfaces) and their use, along with various watercolor techniques that
can make your present and future watercolor experiences more enjoyable and successful. You
will feel the magic as a dab of watercolor blends with other wet colors on your paper and use
what you have learned to paint a small watercolor]

See material list below!

About John “JJ” Dougan

An explorer at heart, I consider myself fortunate to have visited and experienced incredible locations throughout the world.
Working primarily in watercolor, but equally happy with a sketchbook in hand, my art, whether painted “en plein air” or in my Riverside, California studio, captures moments from my experiences. My art also reflects wide and diverse interests in nature, wildlife, the landscape, and, of course, people, the heart of
communities everywhere. My watercolors are owned by collectors locally, across the United States, and in England, Germany and Australia.
https://www.jjdougan.com
https://www.facebook.com/jjdougan.artist

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.

Summer 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 Summer Classes @ The Riverside Art Museum

Class Registration Lunch Session Registration

All classes are at the Riverside Art Museum – Julia Morgan Building
 *Teen classes are for ages 13-17

Morning Sessions

Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
PLEASE send a snack with your child for breaks! 

Afternoon Sessions

Monday–Friday: 1–4 p.m.
PLEASE send a snack with your child for breaks! 

Class Descriptions

A.M. Classes

Mastering the Line: Unlock your Drawing Skills (Ages 5–9)

The The Art Lab: Experiment and Express (Ages 10+)

The Bold Strokes: Unleash Your Inner Artist(Ages 5-15)

 

P.M. Classes

Science Meets Art: Creative Explorations (Ages 5–9)

Golden State Masterpieces: Celebrating California’s Beauty (Ages 10+)

RAM Palette Pursuits: Painting with Style  (Ages 8-15)

 

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A.M. Classes

Forts and Secret Hideaways (Ages 5-9)

Twisted Canvas: Painting meets Sculpture (Ages 10+)

Visionary Vibes: TEEN Art Jam (Teens)

 

P.M. Classes

Splash of Colors: Ocean Art Adventures (Ages 8+)

Whimsical Watercolor (Ages 5+)

 

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A.M. Classes

Wildlife Art Adventures for Ages  (Ages 5–9)

Digital Art Masters: Procreate for (Ages 10+)

Mini Masters: Exploring Famous Art Styles (Ages 7+)

 

P.M. Classes

Anime Experience: Learn the Fundamentals of Animation (Ages 5-9)

Anime Creators Club: Create Your Own Anime (Ages 10+)

Yarn Artistry: Weave your Imagination! (Ages 9+)

 

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A.M. Classes

Art Quest: Discovering New Horizons (Ages 5-9)

Exploration Art (traditional/digital with multiple mediums) (Ages 10+)

Teen Outdoor Sketches: Painting the World Around You (Teens)

 

P.M. Classes

Color Splash: Fun with paint and Imagination (Ages 5-12)

Doodle Dreams: Drawing Outside the Lines (Ages 5-9)

Art Rebels: Create Outside the Lines (Ages 10+)

 

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4 Day week

Monday June 30-July 3 (No class Friday the 4th) 

Morning sessions 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

Afternoon sessions 1–4 p.m.

EARLY-BIRD PRICE: Sign up by May 12, 2025

4-class session: $180.00 (RAM Family Member and above $162.00)

REGULAR PRICE: Sign ups after May 12, 2025

4-class session: $220.00 (RAM Family Members and above $198.00)

 

A.M. Classes

Nature’s Palette: Exploring the Wilderness (Ages 5-9)

Creative Critters: Art Inspired by Nature (Ages 10+)

Cardboard Creations: Crafting Outside the Box! (Ages 8+)

 

P.M. Classes

Upcycled Art: Reusing Found Objects (Ages 5-9)

Shaping Wonders: Sculpting Your Imagination (Ages 10+)

Paint & Play: Art for Curious Kids (Ages 5+)

 

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A.M. Classes

Creative Lab: Experimenting with Art  (Ages 5-9)

Creative Clay Explorers: Sculpting for (Ages 10+)

Sketch & Shading: Drawing for TEENS (Teens)

 

P.M. Classes

Cartoon Craze: Bring Your Characters to Life!  (Ages 5-9)

Urban Artistry: Street-Inspired Creativity (Ages 10+)

The Art of Disguise: Creative Mask Making (TEEN)

 

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A.M. Classes

Fantasy: Showcasing Your Imagination (Ages 5-9)

Pixel Perfect: Art based on your favorite Video Games (Ages 9+)

Digital Dreams: Art and Imagination for (TEENS)

 

P.M. Classes

Kids Fusion: Exploring Mixed Media Masterpieces (Ages 5-9)

Creative Collage: Mixed Media for (Ages 10+)

Canvas Craze: Creating Your Masterpiece! (Ages 12+)

 

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A.M. Classes

Adventures with Clay: Sculpting for (Ages 5-9)

Color Craze: Exploring the World of Hues!  (Ages 10+)

TEEN Lens: Exploring the Art of Photography (TEENS)

 

P.M. Classes

Art Imaginarium: Art Without Limits (Ages 5-9)

Magic Makers: Crafting Wonders with Creativity  (Ages 10+)

Paint, Draw, Create: A Journey in Art (Ages 5-12)

 

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A.M. Classes

Cosmic Creations: Art Beyond the Stars (Ages 5-9)

Mastering the Lines: Drawing Techniques (Ages 10+)

Brushstroke and Beyond (Ages 5-12)

 

P.M. Classes

Art in Motion: Paint, Twist, Create! (Ages 5-9)

Palette Pursuits: Painting with Style (Ages 10+)

 

 

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A.M. Classes

Art Adventure: Painting Party for Young Picassos (Ages 5-9)

DIY Dreamers: Crafting cool Creations (Ages 10+)

 

P.M. Classes

Wild Wonders: Animal-Inspired Art (Ages 5-9)

Sketchbook Stories: Drawing Your Imagination (Ages 10+)

 

 

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Grown up and Me- Toddler Exploration with Director Drew

July 12,19,and 26

Ages 18 months–4 years old | Saturdays, 10 a.m.–11 a.m.
3-class session: $48 (RAM Family Members and above $43.20)

Join us for music, movement, stories and creative art exploration.

 

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Saturday Art Club

Ages 5–12 | Saturdays, 10 a.m.–11 a.m.
5-class session: $80 (RAM Family Members and above $72.00)

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 7:  May 31st-June 28th

Session 8:  July 12-August 9th

Session 9:  August 16–September 13

 

 

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Pricing

Sign up early to save!

EARLY-BIRD PRICESign up by May 12, 2025
5-class session, Monday–Friday: $225 (RAM Family Member and above $202.50)

REGULAR PRICE: Sign up after May 12, 2025
5-class session, Monday–Friday: $275 (RAM Family Members and above $247.50)

Register for Summer Classes @ The Riverside Art Museum

Class Registration Lunch Session Registration

Lunch is held from 12–1 p.m. PLEASE bring your own bagged lunch!
5-lunch session: $65, 1-lunch session: $15

Please add lunch-time coverage into cart separately at check out.

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, 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.

May 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 May Classes @ The Riverside Art Museum

Class Registration

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 Class

Saturdays, May 10, 17, and 24th
12:30-3:00pm
3- class session: $110 (RAM Family members and above $99)

Class Descriptions

Tuesdays
4:00-5:30pm | Ages 6-12

Art & Nature
April 29th-May 27th [Ages 6–12]

Connect with the natural world through creative expression.

 

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Wednesdays
4:00-5:30pm | Ages 8-15

Color Theory Workshop
April 30th-May 28th [Ages 8–15]

Create harmonious color combinations and understand how colors interact with each other.

 

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Thursdays
4:00-5:30pm | Ages 6-15

Charcoal & Shading Workshop
May 1 – May 29t [Ages 6–15]

Master the art of light and shadow with drawing

 

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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!

April 29th – May 27th [Ages 6–15]
Wild Wonders: Animal-Inspired Art

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

Register Here

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 6:  April 26th- May 24th
Sign up for Session 6

Saturday Afternoon Class

Saturdays, May 10, 17 and 24th, 2025, 12:30 – 3:00 pm

Spring Into Art

Spring Into Art is a fun and vibrant art class perfect for May! Kids will celebrate the blooming season by creating flower paintings, butterfly artwork, and colorful garden collages. They’ll also explore nature-inspired projects like leaf printing, bee sculptures, and sunny landscapes. This class is all about capturing the joy and colors of spring while letting creativity bloom!
 

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Class Registration

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, 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.

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    Mixed Media and Art Journaling with Tina.
    All experience levels welcome.
    Only 10 spots available for each class, so sign up early!

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    Class Registration

    Adult Mixed Media Classes @ RAM

    Mixed Media and Art Journaling with Tina

    All experience levels welcome

    $45 Single Class
    $40.50 Ram Members
    $35 The 52 Project members

    All Classes are Saturdays, 10:00am-1:00pm

    Class Descriptions

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    Cancellation Policy

    January 25th, 2025- 10:00a-1:00pm
    Learn about the proportions of the face and strategies for drawing facial features.

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    February 22, 2025- 10:00am-1:00pm
    Create a whimsical collage composed of magazine cutouts, drawing and painting.

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    March 29th,2025- 10:00am-1:00pm
    Learn how to create watercolor effects with markers

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    April 26, 2025- 10:00am-1:00pm
    Have fun creating tie dye art with sharpies

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    May 24, 2025 – 10:00am-1:00pm
    Learn how to make sun prints

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    June 28th, 2025- 10:00am-1:00pm

    Learn how to to design motifs and patterns

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    August 23rd, 2025- 10:00am-1:00pm
    Learn how to transfer laser print images onto your mixed media art.

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    September 27th, 2025 10:00am-1:00pm
    Beginning Portrait Drawing: Learn about the proportions of the face and strategies for drawing facial features, No drawing experience needed.

    Register Here

    October 25, 2025 10:00am-1:00pm
    Intermediate Portrait Drawing: This class builds on the basic skills learned in Beginning Portrait Drawing.

    Register Here

    November 22, 2025 10:00am-1:00pm
    Watercolor for Relaxation: Enjoy the soothing effect of watercolor as you learn fun and easy painting techniques. No water experience required.

    Register Here

    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.

    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 Winter/Spring Classes @ The Riverside Art Museum

    Class Registration

    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

    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 15, 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 15, 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

    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!

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    Wednesdays
    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.

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    Thursdays-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.

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    Tuesdays – 10:00-11:30am [Ages 6-15]
    RAM is happy to vendor for RiverSprings Charter,Granite Mountain, Cabrillo Point Academy, 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”

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    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 3:  January 4–February 1
    Session 4:  February 8–March 8
    Session 5:  March 15–April 12
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    Spring 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.

     

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    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 Registration

    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, 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.

    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.

    Meetings are the third Saturday of the month at the Riverside Art Museum unless otherwise specified.

    The 52 Project 2024-2025 Calendar

    Saturday, February 17, 2025

    10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Book Club: Lead by Becky Bane

    11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The Business of Art: more than social media

    Learn about what happens after making the artwork. Learn how to market yourself on social media, the importance of a website, participating in exhibits, and the importance of broadening your circle. Here from local artist.

    Creative Portion: 12:30 – 2:30 Open Studio

    Bring your own supplies, good conversation and be ready to have fun.

    Thursday, March 7, 2025, 7:00 pm

    Special Arts Walk Tour with Larry Burns

    Saturday, March 16, 2025 

    10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Book Club: Lead by Becky Bane

    11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Artist Trading Cards with Virginia

    Artist trading cards is a conceptual art project initiated by the Swiss artist M. Vänçi Stirnemann in 1997. He called it a Collaborative Cultural Performance. Artist trading cards are 2 ¹⁄₂ by 3 ¹⁄₂ inches in size, the same format as modern trading cards. Artist’s trading cards can also be used as a business card that contains a small sample of your work. Please join us for a fun-filled workshop where we will make and trade some small snippets of art. Some Art Supplies will be available, however, if you have a specific medium you prefer to work in, please bring it with you.

    Saturday, April 20, 2025

    Final Gathering Celebration / roof top

    We are going to go back to our commitment statements. You will share about your journey, if you stayed committed to your statement, and what is next. Ending with social time and hands-on project.

    May 2025

    Proposal due: TBD

    Intake/Install: May 28 – June 4

    52 Exhibition: June 5, 2025 – July 20, 2025

    Deinstall: July 21, 2025

    *Activities, Meet Ups, and Opportunities:

    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

    **Early Bird special:  Join the 52 Project during the 2024-2025 52 Project Exhibition June 5 – July 21 and the cost is $200.52

    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.  10:00am Orientation, 11:00am First Meeting

    Questions? Contact Caryn Marsella @ [email protected]