Youth Classes
Our programs are made possible through the support of the Oregon Arts Commission, the Roundhouse Foundation, PGE Foundation and others.
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
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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.
YOUTH OPEN ART STUDIO – a FREE drop-in class! (AGES 5-12)
with Kate Peck
SATURDAYS, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Every first and third Saturday beginning July 6, 2024
Kids of all ages now have full access to the PCA’s art materials and studio space! Inspire your kids to explore art independently through open-ended drawing, painting, and collage, or anything their imagination designs! The emphasis is on creative learning and play through art making. Attend one or attend them all. Parents can participate too!
CLAY CREATIONS (AGES 5-12)
with Kate Peck
SATURDAYS, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Every first and third Saturday beginning July 6th
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
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
DISCOVER DRAWING: A YOUTH DRAWING INTENSIVE (AGES 8-12)
with Alice Thomas
MONDAY through FRIDAY, 12:00 – 2:00 PM
July 8 – July 12, 2024 (One Session a day for Five days)
If you’ve ever wanted your child to learn drawing from a pro, now is your chance! This is an in depth look at the techniques and process of drawing, using a variety of different mediums. Students will practice using the elements and principles of art and design, while experimenting with ideas stretching from surrealism to observational drawing and from printmaking to self portraits. Students will build skills while practicing creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication. Spots for this course are limited. Please Register promptly. Scholarships are available.
$80 MEMBERS/$85 NON-MEMBERS + $15 MATERIALS FEE
YOUTH ORIGAMI (AGES 7-12)
with Erica Edwards
MONDAYS, 12:00 – 1:00 PM
July 15 – July 29, 2024 (Three Sessions)
Come create small origami creatures and characters with Erica and explore the fun that can be had with the ancient art of Origami. Cost includes all materials.
$20 MEMBERS/ $25 NON-MEMBERS
MINI ART-CAMP! (AGES 5-12)
with Erica Edwards
10:00 – 11:30 AM
MONDAY through THURSDAY
First Session: July 15 – July 18, 2024 (One Session a day for Four days)
Second Session: July 22 – July 25, 2024 (One Session a day for Four days)
Choose one session or come to both. Join Erica as she leads you through an array of different projects, fun for all – at almost every age and stage. This series is geared for ages 5 and up. We’ll be making our own candles, melting our own crayons, experimenting with collage, and learning about a few famous artists and doing art projects that reflect their life work – to name a few!
$70 MEMBERS/$75 NON-MEMBERS + $5 Per Extra Sibling
ART IN THE PARK (ALL AGES WELCOME!)
With Kate Peck & Kate Brizendine
SUNDAYS, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
July 21, 2024
August 18, 2024
The combination of fresh air and creating art inspired by nature is a guaranteed win on a hot summer day. Join the Kates once a month at Community Park by the Rotary Shelter (the non Dino-Park side), for Sunday art creations. Kids 8 and under must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or older pal.
$10 each
MASK MAKING (AGES 4-12)
with Melissa Weston & Kate Brizendine
MONDAYS, 11:00 – 12:30 PM
August 5 & 19, 2024 (Two Sessions)
Come create your own mask using a variety of materials like felt, paint, pastels, magazines, and more! Choice in masks will vary, but we’ll have plenty to choose from. Grab a pal or sibling and join the fun. Kids 7 and under will need a parent or older pal.
$20 MEMBERS/$25 NON-MEMBERS
ART IN THE EVENING (AGES 4-12)
with Melissa Weston & Kate Brizendine
THURSDAYS, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
September 5,19, & 26, 2024 (Three Sessions)
*No Class on September 12, 2024
Looking for an evening outing to do with your family? Grab an adult(s) and work together to create something special. We’ll provide a pop-up art project, guaranteed to be fun and engaging, and you’ll leave with a custom piece of art made by you and your grown up. This is a fun way to create connection and meaning with family and friends, right here- at the PCA. Please register for this class so we can accommodate accordingly.
$20 MEMBERS/$25 NON-MEMBERS + $1 Per Sibling