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Richmond Art Center
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The Richmond Art Center is a leading visual arts center in the East Bay, offering diverse arts experiences to people of all ages. They provide hands-on learning, well-equipped studios, traveling art programs, and rotating exhibitions featuring both emerging and established Bay Area artists.

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Richmond Art Center

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Still-Life Drawing

Richmond Art Center

As a beginning drawing class, students will start with the fundamentals of drawing with graphite and charcoal. Introducing various exercises in line work, shading and blending, students will focus on observation and rendering to the best of their ability. Once we have grasped the basics, students will close out the 10 week session with more colorful and creative works. Materials List: In addition to the materials included in the kit, students will...

(13) Beginner 13 - 18 years old
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Figure Drawing on Zoom 2

Richmond Art Center

In this class we will work with wonderful Bay Area models, modeling from their own homes and studios. The class will cover basic techniques for figure drawing, such as: gesture, contour, shading, and composition. It will also cover various materials used such as vine charcoal, compressed charcoal, conte crayon, pastels, and ink. We will look at figure drawing throughout art history as well as contemporary use of the figure in art making. Materials...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Heart Assemblage

Richmond Art Center

We are all familiar with imagery using the heart. It can be lovely to work with what we know so well, giving us great comfort. Gathering what materials calls out to you, we will take quiet time to assemble our hearts, uncovering their personal meanings, before sharing with each other. I will include guided mediation and grounding exercises to start the class. Heart Assemblage is inspired by the book ‘Monday Hearts for Madalene’. "My hope is...

(13) All levels 18 and older
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Food Safe Mold Making

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Learn the basics of making food safe molds! Come make custom made one part platinum silicone molds that are suitable for making baking molds, ice trays, lollipops, casting chocolate and other applications used to produce foods. The designs are up to you! All Materials are purchased and provided by the instructor. Materials Fee of $75 due at time of registration Materials fee covers: Silicone Putty Gram Scale Razor Knife, exacto knife, scissors...

(13) All levels 16 - 18 years old
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$175

4 sessions

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Fundamental Drawing II

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

La maestra habla español. If you can block-in and measure the proportions of objects, it's time to learn about light and shadow, perspective, and surface treatments during this four-week class. We will draw still lives with objects found around the house, and discuss our work. All students will receive individual feedback. Experience Level: Some Drawing Experience Recommended For the Supply List, please CLICK

(13) Beginner 16 and older
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$160

4 sessions

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Don't Blink Ink

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Permanent ink will be explored in this drawing techniques class. Students will get to learn how to make unique pieces of art by getting the most out of dipping their pen nibs and brushes in permanent ink to express their creativity. Tempera Resist - to create unique textures, waterproof India ink and Tempera paint will be used in a reduction process. Suggested Materials: Ink nib and holder Bamboo brushes India ink HB Pencil Kneaded eraser...

(13) Beginner 16 and older
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$160

4 sessions

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Laser Cutting

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Make your own artwork with a laser cutter! In this class you will learn the fundamentals of building a digital design and how to use a laser cutter. Using the program Procreate on Richmond Art Center's iPads, we will explore the various ways to create a high contrast image that will translate into a perfect laser engraving.

(13) All levels 16 and older
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$160

4 sessions

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Studio Stations

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

A series of one-day workshops where young artists come together to experiment with different art activities and materials.  Stations will include button making, collage assembling, stamp making and pattern design, making and painting with natural paints made from food, and a DIY station where students can bring their own projects or use any of the materials in the youth studio.

(13) All levels 12 - 18 years old
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$160

4 sessions

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Stop-Motion Animation (Ages 12-18+)

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Using stop-motion animation techniques, participants will learn how to bring stories to life using iPads and their imagination. iPads supplied by Richmond Art Center.

(13) All levels 12 - 18 years old
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$175

5 sessions

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Botanical Nature Printing

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Taking advantage of the spring bloom, participants are invited to explore the botanical world of the region through the art of sun printing. Students will create a variety of sun prints from leaves, flowers and other natural materials.  This class is suitable for beginners, with no artistic background. El instructor habla español. What To Bring (Materials list) : Water based paper (200 gsm) Plants of their choice Plastic folder Pencil...

(13) Beginner 14 and older
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$160

4 sessions

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Introduction to Metal Clay - Silver

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Learn to make your own silver jewelry in this introduction to metal clay. We will cover basic techniques including rolling, texturing, cutting, forming, sanding and finishing up to 3-5 pieces. Students are welcome to bring a notepad, pen and apron. Week 1 - Introductions and class overview, project expectations, studio use and safety, materials, and equipment. Week 2 - Review last class, how to connect metal clay to metal clay, sanding and prepping...

(13) Beginner 14 and older
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$180

4 sessions

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Leaf and Button Molds with Decorative Bails

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Leaf and Button Molds with Decorative Bails in Metal Clay Learn to make molds for precious metal clay using objects - leaves, buttons or twigs etc - and two-part silicone molding compound. We will discuss how to choose an object for moldmaking and how to making a variety of jewelry bails out of silver metal clay.  We will survey coil bails, hidden bails, fold over bails, and fixed bails. Some experience working with precious metal clay suggested...

(13) Beginner 14 - 18 years old
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$180

4 sessions

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Intermediate Watercolor: Landscapes

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

In this class, students will build on the techniques they learned in Beginning watercolor to create original landscapes. We will learn how to paint a variety of subjects based on photographs and life. While some subjects are provided by the teacher, students are encouraged to provide objects and photos for reference. Intermediate Watercolor: Landscapes Note: students can work from provided photographs, or bring in their own images Class 1. Class...

(13) Intermediate 17 and older
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$240

6 sessions

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Drypoint Etching

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Learn this beginner-friendly intaglio printmaking technique without using acids. Drypoint etching is ideal for those who enjoy expressive drawings and mark-making. We will use clear acrylic plates for your designs, and artwork on those plates will easily be transferred to paper using the center's etching press.  Students will also be shown how to ink and wipe carefully to produce these unique velvety prints.  This versatile method of...

(13) Beginner 12 and older
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$175

3 sessions

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Block Printing on Tea Towels

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Unleash your creativity and learn the art of block printing on fabric in this 4-week course. Explore various techniques, design creation, and printing methods to create your own personalized tea towels. Join us at the Richmond Art Center for this exciting opportunity.

(13) All levels 14 and older
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$160

4 sessions

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Digital Art 101

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Unleash your creativity with a hands-on exploration of digital art essentials, including coloring techniques, layering, and adding finishing touches to your creations. Dive into character and background design to craft stunning illustrations in this engaging course. iPads with Procreate are necessary for this immersive experience - come ready to bring your vision to life!

(13) All levels 16 and older
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$150

8 sessions

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Beginner Origami

Richmond Art Center @ Virtual Classroom

Beginner Origami with the Origami Mami: This is an entry level class on learning how to make simple Origami models such as animals, plants, toys, geometric shapes, and basically anything you can imagine! We will put our models together in a sort of “scene” to really bring them to life! Ages 5+ welcome. Required Supplies Paper (can be traditional Origami paper size which is 6”x6”). Otherwise, I use a lot of color copy paper and cut it down...

(13) All levels 5 and older
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Soldering Techniques

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

This workshop will have demonstrations of numerous soldering techniques and safety while using torches. You will have time to practice those techniques with guidance so that you are comfortable soldering just about anything! We will work in copper and silver.  You will also learn to fuse both fine silver and argentium. This workshop is for both beginning students and intermediate students who need assistance with their soldering abilities. ...

(13) Intermediate 17 and older
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$190

2 sessions

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Sculpture for Kids (Ages 9-12)

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Our young sculptors will explore many techniques while being introduced to inspirational sculptors. The class will use many different material : wood, clay, plastic, wire and cardboard to name a few.  Let’s have some fun, meet some new friends while learning and making your unique artworks! All materials will be provided.

(13) All levels 9 - 12 years old
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$105

9 sessions

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3D Modeling and Printing (Ages 11-13)

Richmond Art Center @ 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA

Have you ever wondered how 3D printers work, or how designers use technology to create new things? In this class, you’ll learn how designers and artists use 3D modeling software (CAD programs) to turn their ideas into physical realities like art, cars, jewelry, buildings, toys, tools and more! Using the online program Tinkercad, you will learn how to model in 3D and print your own ideas using a 3D printer! What will you create? All materials will...

(13) All levels 11 - 13 years old
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$115

10 sessions

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