All creative classes and workshops available for registration can be found on this page. You can either use the quick links below to jump to the category that interests you, or explore the other pages under our “Classes & Workshops” tab in the main menu.
QUICK LINKS:
SUMMER CAMPS
Summer Camps are now live for registration. Click HERE for a PDF version or HERE to view the full line up!
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS FOR KIDS
MONDAYS
Metalsmithing Workshop: Learn to make a ring (Grades 4-7)
Instructor: Katie Boucher This is a beginner workshop where we will be making rings. We will learn the basic techniques by using most of the tools in the studio. We will learn how to add texture to a piece, we will use the torch to solder pieces and we will learn how to clean and polish a piece. Each participant will go home with a finished product. Max 8 attendees. |
WEDNESDAYS
Creative Movement (Ages 2-4)
Instructor: Abby Nolette Creative Movement is a fun way for little ones (ages 2-4) to explore movement through music, dance, and storytelling. During a creative movement workshop, children can simultaneously develop motor skills, rhythmic awareness, coordination, and balance in a fun and safe environment. What to know?
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SATURDAYS
Metalsmithing Workshop: Learn to make a ring (Grades 5-9)
Instructor: Katie Boucher This is a beginner workshop where we will be making rings. We will learn the basic techniques by using most of the tools in the studio. We will learn how to add texture to a piece, we will use the torch to solder pieces and we will learn how to clean and polish a piece. Each participant will go home with a finished product. Max 8 attendees. |
ADULT CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
ADULTs – WEDNESDAYS
Adult Workshop Botanical Watercolors
Instructor: Leah Payne We will create fresh, loose watercolor paintings inspired by nature. You will learn brush strokes and basic watercolor techniques to create beautiful art without needing to draw. Demonstrations will be projected onto a large screen as well as students receiving personal instruction. This class is for beginners. All materials are provided. Come relax and create! Please bring a water bottle with your beverage of choice. Max attendees 12. |
Adult Workshop: Wildflower Printmaking Tote
Instructor: Leah Payne Explore the joys of printmaking with this themed workshop! Learn basic linoleum block printing skills with a floral twist. Attendees will learn how to design an image for printing, how to transfer to the block and carve, and how to print onto fabric. Each attendee will get to go home with their very own wildflower tote bag! This class is for beginners. All materials are provided. Come relax and create! Please bring a water bottle with your beverage of choice. Max attendees 12. |
Adult Workshop: Exploring Gouache
Instructor: Leah Payne We will create fun, stylized, paintings inspired by nature. You will learn basic gouache techniques to create beautiful art without needing to draw. Demonstrations will be projected onto a large screen as well as students receiving personal instruction. This class is for beginners. All materials are provided. Come relax and create! Please bring a water bottle with your beverage of choice. Max attendees 12. |
Adult Workshop: Botanical Watercolors
Instructor: Leah Payne We will create fresh, loose watercolor paintings inspired by nature. You will learn brush strokes and basic watercolor techniques to create beautiful art without needing to draw. Demonstrations will be projected onto a large screen as well as students receiving personal instruction. This class is for beginners. All materials are provided. Come relax and create! Please bring a water bottle with your beverage of choice. Max attendees 12. |
ADULTs – SATURDAYS
Adult workshop: Adult Flared Textured Ring Workshop
Instructor: Katie Boucher Have you ever wanted to make your own jewelry? Learn the different techniques of texturing metal, how to size a ring, solder with a touch and polishing. Everyone will make their very own unique ring out of metal and will take home a finished piece of jewelry. Come and make a unique gift for yourself or someone else! Space in this workshop is limited. Adults and Teens 16+. No previous experience needed. |
*For all info about dance classes and programs please visit our Dance pages.
PLEASE BE ADVISED:
- Don’t dress in your best attire for art classes; art can get messy!
- Please read all of River Tree Arts’ Policies and Procedures before registering for any event.
- In the case that a class is canceled due to weather and a student cannot attend the rain-date, refunds will not be issued.
- All children need to have a completed consent form on file before attending classes without an adult: RTA Consent Form
- If there are any allergies or serious medical information that we need to be aware of before your child attends art camp, kindly ensure that you provide this information as early as possible so that we can make the necessary arrangements.
- No early drop off or late picks up can be accommodated.
- RTA is a NUT-FREE facility.
PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION DUE TO LOW NUMBERS, SO DON’T DELAY; REGISTER TODAY!