Art classes for everyone
Welcome to the joy of art making! Not sure where to start? Click on the images below to learn more about our offerings.
A note about instruction:
Art making is a very personal process, with some people preferring to have the time and space to create with minimal instruction, and others preferring a more instructional approach. River Gallery Adult and Child Studios are based on the dialogue model, with students communicating one-on-one with the teaching artists. After an initial conversation to start the process, teachers interact with students while they are making art, allowing everyone to develop their own projects and devise their own approaches. Instruction, technical support, tools and materials are provided at appropriate times, with as much or as little guidance as the student desires.
Many classes and most workshops feature a more instructional model, with the teacher demonstrating an approach or technique, followed by time for participants to work on their own with guidance from the teacher. Many online classes include a mix of working together and discussing work done between online sessions.
If you have questions about the level of instruction, or any other aspect of a class, call or email us. We’re happy to help you!
