For more than 18 years, Art Rocks Teens (A.R.T.) has provided FREE art and music classes for 13-18 year-olds three days a week, after school and all summer long. The program even includes a FREE Rock & Roll Camp that brings indie musicians from some of the Northwest’s most notable bands to work with teens to create their own music and perform it on Main Street.
We work hard to provide a safe and creative space for teens to spend their time – and enjoy some snacks! The Teen Art Council is a dedicated group of volunteers ages 13- 18 who brainstorm, plan classes, and sometimes even teach.
While we offer A.R.T. classes and Rock & Roll Camp free of charge, it’s an expensive program that depends on your support. There are many ways to help: Give your time by volunteering during an event, give your gently used musical instruments to the cause, or give a monetary donation to help leverage the funds we ask businesses and foundations for.
Download the permission form here:
A.R.T. Parent Permission Form ENGLISH
A.R.T. Parent Permission Form ESPAÑOL
Current Schedule – FREE for teens 13-18!
If you’re 16-18, check the Adult Class Schedule – you may take any of those offerings FREE as well! Just print the parent permission form to submit at PCA and use the code ARTROCKS when checking out.
TEEN INTERMEDIATE ELECTRIC GUITAR – FREE!
with Dominique Sheridan Breazeale
TUESDAYS, 5:30 – 6:30 PM
July 2 – August 27, 2024 (Seven Sessions) but join any time.
*No class August 13- It’s Rock and Roll Camp!
NOTE: This class is for experienced students only. You should know most of your chords and have at least six months of active practice under your belt.
If you’re already familiar with the electric guitar and are looking for more experience, this might be the class for you! Whether you’re prepping for Rock and Roll Camp, or just want to grow your skills, join Dominique as she continues to teach the infinite ways of the electric guitar. Please bring a guitar or borrow one from the PCA. Electric guitars can also be purchased at the Pendleton Music Co. on Main.
TEEN CLAY- A MINI CLAY CAMP! – FREE!
with Brian Purnell
MONDAY through FRIDAY, 12:00 – 2:00 PM
July 8 – July 12, 2024 (One Session a day, for Five days)
Enjoy this awesome opportunity for a week long Mini Clay Camp with Brian. Two hours a day, for five days, for one week. Brian will oversee an “open studio” style set up, while making himself available for questions, thoughts, and overall ideas when it comes to the world of clay building. Clay, glaze, and firing will be included for the cost of less than a penny. All levels welcome.
TEEN ABSTRACT COLLAGE – FREE!
with Bonnie Day
WEDNESDAYS, 3:30 – 5:00 PM
July 10 – August 7, 2024 (Five Sessions)
Collage comes from the French word “coller” which means “to glue.” In this class, you’ll explore the variety of approaches you can take when it comes to the art of collaging. These techniques include monochromatic, cubomania, and more! This class is for everyone, at any level.
ADULT & TEEN PHOTOGRAPHY
with Yasser Marte
FRIDAYS, 12:00 – 1:00 PM
July 19 – August 6, 2024 (Six Sessions)
We are thrilled to have photographer Yasser Marte join our PCA team for a one of a kind, in depth photography class. You’ll learn everything you need to know to take spectacular pictures under the watchful eye of an experienced photographer. We’ll look at work by iconic classic and contemporary photographers, including urban landscape, portraits and objects, and delve into exposure, shutter speed, lines, perspective, shadows and so much more. We will not be using cellphones; please bring your own camera or feel free to borrow one from the PCA. Note: This is a class that combines teens and adults.
FREE FOR TEENS!
TEEN BASIC HAND SEWING – FREE!
with Erica Edwards
WEDNESDAYS, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
July 17 – July 31, 2024 (Three Sessions)
Start at the basics with this teen hand sewing class. Practice and apply basic sewing techniques, learn to choose the right kind of fabric, pick the right kind of needle, learn about stitch use, and more. You’ll even be able to take home your own customized sewing kit. This class is aimed at beginners, but all are welcome.
TEEN CYANOTYPES – FREE!
with Erica Edwards
THURSDAYS, 6:00 – 7:30 PM
August 1 – August 8, 2024 (Two Sessions) ‘
Have you ever seen pinhole making in real life? How about Lumen prints? In this two-session photography class, we’ll learn how to turn digital photos into beautiful prints using old-school forms of photography. Both teens and adults (as well as all levels) are welcome.
TEEN PAINTING WITH KITO – FREE!
with Kito Rodriguez
THURSDAYS, 3:00 – 4:00 PM
August 1 – 29, 2024 (Four Sessions)
*No Class on August 15, 2024- It’s Rock and Roll Camp!
In this class you’ll join Kito as she teaches you her unique artistic style of painting. Kito uses bursts of bright colors, textures, layering and composition to create vibrant pieces of art that set her apart from the crowd. Check out her work on Instagram at kitorodriguez1986.
BASKET WEAVING – FREE!
with Alexandria Sorrels
SATURDAY, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
September 21, 2024 (One Session)
NOTE: THIS IS A CLASS THAT ALSO INCLUDES ADULT STUDENTS.
In this class, students will join Alexandria and she guides you through the process of basketry, including what tools are used and several types of techniques. You’ll learn the in’s and out’s about coloring the materials; a little bit of basket history, and a few pro tips to shaping and getting past those challenging parts of weaving. All levels are welcome.