Our youth program offers art classes to kids up to 13 years old for a small fee. For us, “art” means every form of creative expression: we’ve had workshops about everything from watercolor to dance! Check this page often, as we’re always offering something new. We offer classes that are free, almost free or great values because we believe that everyone should have access to art. If you know a kid who needs some art in his or her life, but for whom the cost is a barrier, just let us know. We have scholarships that are easy to apply for and that cover everything from tuition to instrument rental fees.

 

If you’re over the age of 13, don’t worry! Check out Art Rocks Teens (A.R.T.), our FREE after-school program. Schedule and more information here.

 

If you’re not already a member of the Pendleton Center for the Arts, you can take advantage of our reduced tuition for members by joining here. 

 

Our programs are made possible through the support of the Oregon Arts Commission and various foundations.

YOUTH CLASSES

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FUN FOR FAMILIES
encouraging cross-generation collaboration

 

FREE FOR ALL! – a FREE drop-in class
(UP TO AGE 12 OR SO)
EVERY SATURDAY, 9:30-10:15 AM
ABSOLUTELY FREE!
Stop in for a fun, FREE Saturday morning art project with one of our creative and enthusiastic staff members. No need to sign up or pay any fees, just come when you can. Pop your head in or stay for the whole session! Kids under 8 must be accompanied by a parent or older pal to help them with the project. This class is supported in part by a grant from the Oregon Cultural Trust, investing in Oregon’s arts, humanities and heritage.

Youth Art & Music

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MUSIC FOR YOUTH
relaxed group lessons for 8-12 year olds

Our youth music programs are supported by funding from the Charlotte Martin Foundation, the PGE Foundation and the Rotary Club of Pendleton. It’s all part of S.P.A.R.K., Supporting Performing Arts for Rural Kids, which is helping us bring music to any kid who’s interested, regardless of his or her ability to pay for lessons. Just ask us about tuition scholarships, instrument rental assistance and our instrument lending library!

 

Group lessons will be offered in three 10-week sessions this year. (Dates subject to change.)
Fall: October 1 - December 10, no class November 12
Winter: January 14 - March 18
Spring: April 8 - June 17, no class May 27

 

 

VIOLIN/FIDDLE: LEVEL 1
(AGES 8-12)
MONDAYS, 4:15-5:00 PM, APRIL 8 – JUNE 17, NO CLASS MAY 27 (10 SESSIONS)
PEG WILLIS, INSTRUCTOR
$60 MEMBERS / $65 NON-MEMBERS
This small group lesson is tailored for young students who have never played the fiddle before or have only been playing the fiddle for a little while. We’ll start with the basics, and then learn bowing rhythms and a few songs, putting into practice the skills that we have learned. In this group for beginners, we’ll be learning by ear. Parents should attend each lesson and be willing to help their children practice at home every day-- Peg will provide parents with the skills they need to be involved.

Peg Willis has taught music (guitar, fiddle, violin and more) for about 50 years. Really! Besides being a beloved instructor, Peg has directed a number of performing groups, including The Pick 'n' Bow Company, Shenanigans and Mulligan Stew. Her groups performed extensively, traveling all over the country and to Ireland for gigs. Peg is an avid knitter and cross-stitcher, and she’s working on the Next Great American Novel. 


VIOLIN/FIDDLE: LEVEL 2
(AGES 8-12)
MONDAYS, 3:30-4:15 PM, APRIL 8 – JUNE 17, NO CLASS MAY 27 (10 SESSIONS)
PEG WILLIS, INSTRUCTOR
$60 MEMBERS / $65 NON-MEMBERS
This small group lesson is for more experienced students who are comfortable learning at a faster pace. 1-2 years of experience playing the fiddle is desirable. We will be learning fiddle songs by ear and with sheet music and/or tab. The objectives of this group will be to add songs to your personal repertoire, gain confidence playing in front of people, learn and critique skills and techniques, and most of all have fun. Parents should attend each lesson and be willing to help their children practice at home every day.


VIOLIN/FIDDLE: LEVEL 3
(AGES 8-12)
MONDAYS, 5:00-6:00 PM, APRIL 8 – JUNE 17, NO CLASS MAY 27 (10 SESSIONS)
PEG WILLIS, INSTRUCTOR
$60 MEMBERS / $65 NON-MEMBERS
Several years of violin/fiddle experience and an ability to learn quickly by ear are pre-requisites for this class. Students will spend a shorter time learning each tune so that we can build repertoire more quickly. Students will have access to instruments like the mandolin, guitar, piano and bass and will be encouraged to begin applying their skills to a wide variety of instruments. Parents are strongly encouraged to attend.


BEGINNING GUITAR 
(AGES 8-12)
MONDAYS, 4:00-5:00 PM, APRIL 8 – JUNE 17, NO CLASS MAY 27 (10 SESSIONS)
JARED PENNINGTON, INSTRUCTOR
$60 MEMBERS / $65 NON-MEMBERS
Working from chords and scales, students will get to know their guitars and get excited about playing. Jared believes in integrating fun, dynamic instruction with solid music theory and application. Students will need an instrument – check out Pendleton Music Co. for affordable rentals. (Scholarships are also available for instrument rental fees. Contact the Arts Center for information.) Students from previous Beginning Guitar classes may repeat this offering (we’ll be using new techniques, so you won’t be bored) or move to the Intermediate section. Newcomers are enthusiastically welcomed!

Jared Pennington has performed all over the world while serving in the Marine Corps – and all over the East Coast after his tour of duty ended. Over the course of his travels, Jared picked up everything from the piano to drums to mandolin, and he loves bringing in other instruments to accompany his Arts Center students on their guitars.


INTERMEDIATE GUITAR
(AGES 8-12)
MONDAYS, 5:00-6:00 PM, APRIL 8 – JUNE 17, NO CLASS MAY 27 (10 SESSIONS)
JARED PENNINGTON, INSTRUCTOR
$60 MEMBERS / $65 NON-MEMBERS
Have some basic guitar skills? Join this fun group to learn more advanced chord structures and music theory. Students will learn about stringing chords together for improvisation, plus learn new tunes. We’ll even experiment with recording and arranging songs. Winter term guitar students from the Beginners section may advance to this class; winter term Intermediate students should take this class again for more new material. Newcomers are enthusiastically welcomed! You’ll need an instrument—if you’re renting, visit Pendleton Music Co. for some affordable options. (Scholarships are also available for instrument rental fees. Contact the Arts Center for information.)

Adult Art & Music

 

ART FOR YOUTH
visual art & movement for 2-12 year-olds

ART STUDIO – a FREE drop-in class
(AGES 7-12)
EVERY MONDAY, 4:00-5:30
SPRING TERM BEGINS APRIL 8 (NO CLASS ON SCHOOL VACATION DAYS)
LORI SAMS, INSTRUCTOR
ABSOLUTELY FREE!
This free, drop-in offering focuses on developing the skills and experience that will inspire kids to keep exploring art. Each week, we learn about a different artist and create works in their medium or style. We’ve tried everything from Matisse to Frida Kahlo, still lifes to found-object sculptures. Who knows where we’ll go! No registration is necessary to participate in Art Studio, and all materials are provided. Bring your sense of curiosity and wear clothes that can get messy! This class is supported by a generous grant from the Kellogg Family Foundation.

Lori Sams married a Pendletonian in 2007 and settled here in 2010. Raised in a small town in Ohio, she is very happy to be calling Pendleton home. Lori received her Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art with an emphasis in Ceramics from Chico State University in northern California.


MAKING MASKS - Cancelled--check out upcoming sessions of Exploring Clay & Papier-Mâché Puppets!
(AGES 5-12)
TUESDAYS, 5:30-6:30 PM, APRIL 23 – MAY 14 (4 SESSIONS)
TERI ATKINS, INSTRUCTOR
$10 MEMBERS / $15 NON-MEMBERS + $5 MATERIALS
Learn about masks and their importance in cultural traditions from around the world. We’ll construct a variety of masks using different techniques and materials. Along the way, we’ll talk about the power of masks and costumes, build skills in design and composition, and have a lot of fun.

Teri Atkins has had a lifelong appreciation of nature and a love for abstract and intuitive art. She works primarily with natural products and recycled materials. Teri studied art at BMCC and Eastern Oregon State College and Art as Therapy at Marylhurst University. She enjoys helping people of all ages discover their creative passions.


PAPIER-MÂCHÉ PUPPETS
(AGES 5-12)
TUESDAYS, 5:30-6:30 PM, MAY 28 – JUNE 18 (4 SESSIONS)
TERI ATKINS, INSTRUCTOR
$10 MEMBERS / $15 NON-MEMBERS + $5 MATERIALS
When it comes to fun, easy art-making, you can’t do much better than papier-mâché. It’s just messy enough to be satisfying, and the end product can be molded, painted and embellished in any number of ways. We’ll use the technique to build our very own hand-held puppets and even develop stories that our puppets can help us tell.  


EXPLORING CLAY
(AGES 5-12)
TERI ATKINS, INSTRUCTOR
$35 MEMBERS / $40 NON-MEMBERS + $5 MATERIALS FEE
An active and engaging class for a wide range of ages! We’ll learn a variety of techniques for transforming clay into fun and functional objects: rolling out slabs, making long coils, pinching and smoothing the clay into place. It’s all so satisfying! Students will leave with a number of brightly colored clay pieces. Sign up for one or both sessions; new and returning students will all have a great time. Please wear clothes that can get messy.

              SESSION 1
              SATURDAYS, 1:00-2:30 PM, APRIL 27 – MAY 18 (4 SESSIONS)
             
              SESSION 2
              SATURDAYS, 1:00-2:30 PM, MAY 25 – JUNE 15 (4 SESSIONS)

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