Youth Classes

Our youth programs are made possible through the support of the Oregon Arts Commission, the Roundhouse Foundation, PGE Foundation, Union Pacific Foundation, and our members. 

Our Youth classes are offered to kids up to 12 years old. If you’re over the age of 12, don’t worry! Classes for teens are FREE through our Art Rocks Teens program. Members of the Pendleton Center for the Arts pay a reduced fee for classes. Join now here!

Parent Permission forms are required for all Youth students. Permission forms must be updated annually. Please bring a signed and completed permission ready to turn in on the first day of class.

Permission forms can be downloaded here: Parent Permission YOUTH

NEED SOMETHING ON THE GO?? Check out our online resources HERE.

We never want price to be a barrier. Have a kid (or two or three) who would love to take the class? Use the code KidsLoveArt at checkout to get them in for free

FREE FOR ALL! (UP TO AGE 12 OR SO) – a FREE drop-in class!
EVERY SATURDAY, 9:30 – 10:15 AM

Stop in for a fun, free Saturday morning art project with one of our creative and enthusiastic staff members. 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.

PCA CREATION STATION!
Tuesday-Friday 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM, Saturdays 12:30 PM-3:30 PM
FREE drop-in art experience.

We’ve transformed a portion of the Pearson Auditorium into the PCA Creation Station. Kids and families (locals and tourists alike!) can drop by during our open hours to enjoy a self-directed free-play art-making experience. We’ll supply all the materials, inspiration, and space to make things. We even have a comfy lounging area for supervising adults to relax and unwind. Come by when you can, or make it a structured part of your weekly routine. We’ll have new materials each week.

CLAY CREATIONS (AGES 5-12)
with Kate Peck
SATURDAYS, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Every first and third Saturday 

Explore clay building open studio style, which means you’ll have full access to the Alice Fossatti Ceramics Studio, under the watchful eye of Kate Peck. Create pinch pots, slab constructed boxes, free-form clay sculptures, and so much more! We do get messy so please send your student in suitable clothing.

$10 Drop-in per Class

YOUTH HOLIDAY & SEASONAL WORKSHOP
with Kate Peck
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Monday, December 16, 2024 

Join Kate Peck as she guides you through the process of preparing for the upcoming holiday season. The October session will be all things Halloween! Our November and December session will be seasonal DIY decorations. We’ll have an assortment of holiday inspired, self-lead, art projects that you can pick and choose from, similar to an art buffet. Join the fun! 

$10 Per Session 

MAKE AND TAKE ART- A FREE DROP-IN OFFERING! (AGES 5-12)
with the Kates
Monday, December 23, 2024
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

If you’re looking for a creative outlet for a non-school day, come to the PCA and partake in a fun project that you MAKE and TAKE home for family and friends to enjoy. We’ll provide the supplies and a snack. (Ages 5-12)

PAPERMAKING (AGES 7-12)
with Kate Brizendine
TUESDAYS, 3:15 – 4:15 PM
January 7 – 14, 2025 (Two Sessions)

In this class, we’ll be making our own paper! You can use your paper to draw, color, paint, write a letter, make a card, or create your own journal- the possibilities are endless!  Please wear clothing that you don’t mind getting messy. Aprons will be provided.  

$20- Same Cost for both Members and Non-Members! 

WINTER WONDERLAND WORKSHOP (AGES 7-12)
with Kate Peck
SATURDAY, 2:00 – 3:30 PM
January 18, 2025 (One Session)
Come get out of the cold and join Kate Peck as she guides you through the process of winter loving art! We’ll have an assortment of seasonally inspired, self-lead, art projects that you can pick and choose from, similar to an art buffet. Join the fun! 

$10 Per Session 

WINTER  WORKSHOP (AGES 7-12)
with Kate Peck
SATURDAY, 2:00 – 3:30 PM
January 18, 2025 (One Session)
Come get out of the cold and join Kate Peck as she guides you through the process of winter loving art! We’ll have an assortment of seasonally inspired, self-lead, art projects that you can pick and choose from, similar to an art buffet. Join the fun! 

$10 Per Session 

MACHE AND SCULPT (AGES 7-12)
with Erica Edwards
MONDAYS, 2:00 – 3:30 PM
January 27 – February 10, 2024 (Three Sessions)
In this class, you’ll use your imagination to create and shape your own sculpture using paper mache. Please wear clothing that you don’t mind getting messy. Aprons will be provided.
$20- Same Cost for both Members and Non-Members! 

NO SCHOOL MAKE & TAKE – A FREE DROP-IN OFFERING! (AGES 5-12)
with the Kates
MONDAYS, 10:30 – 11:30 AM
January 27, 2025 & February 17, 2025

We’ll provide the blank postcards and you provide the creativity! Each student will be given a set of postcards with stamps included! You can draw, paint, and create a personal set of postcards to pop in the mail to whomever you see fit! We’ll also provide a drop-box in case you’d like to send your post card to a teacher, first responder, community member or assisted living home resident. 

DIY SET OF CHALK PUFF PAINT (AGES 7-12)
with Kate Brizendine
TUESDAYS,  3:15 – 4:15 PM
January 21 – 28, 2025 (Two Sessions)

Learn how to make chalk puff paint here at the PCA and then take home three small squeeze bottles of your color choice for future projects. 

$20- Same Cost for both Members and Non-Members! 

DABBLE IN ART (AGES 7-12)
with Erica Edwards
THURSDAYS, 4:00 – 5:00 PM
February 13 – February 27, 2024 (Three Sessions)
Come learn about and experience a “Dabble in Art” where Erica will provide a surprise art project for each session. Each student will learn a new art based skill-set AND walk away with a really cool piece of art, made by you! 

$20- Same Cost for both Members and Non-Members!