Classes

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

 

 

Prefer a calendar format instead of a list? View it 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. On rare occasion we have a private event in the space, so if you’re counting on spending time here, call us at 541-278-9201 to check availability.

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.

 

 

 

 

BABY DISCO PARTY – a FREE drop-in class!
(AGES 0 – 4)
with PCA Staff
FRIDAY 1st and 3rd  of every month, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM

We’re dropping the disco ball for this dance party! In this class, your little one can get their wiggles out in a celebration of creative movement, music, and fun! Build confidence, coordination and make new friends in a playful and encouraging environment.

 

 

 

 

LITTLE MAKERS ART – a FREE drop-in class!
(AGES 0 – 6)
with PCA Staff
FRIDAYS 1st and 3rd  of every month, 11:30 AM – 12:00PM  

Designed for the little ones in your life, this class provides a stimulating environment for creativity to blossom and imagination to soar. We’ll explore a variety of different art materials like paint, air-dry clay, and sensory play through different mediums. Discover the joy of art while building confidence in creating.

 

 

 

 

CLAY CREATIONS
(Ages 5 – 12) – ($10 drop-in fee)
with Kate Peck
SATURDAYS, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Typically every first and third Saturday
NOTE: For December dates are Dec. 13 and Dec. 20

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 CHUNKY SKETCHBOOKS (AGES 7 – 12) – a FREE drop-in class!
(AGES 7 -12 )
with Volunteers Bowyn & Lillian and facilitated by Kate Peck
SATURDAYS, 2:00 – 3:30 PM
Ongoing – Third Saturday of each month 

Grab your recycled, found and second hand materials like postcards, magazine clippings, old birthday cards- (anything you want!) and arrange them to your personal liking in a provided journal of your choosing. You’ll create your own unique and personal piece of functional art, made by you. Chunky journals, more commonly known as junk journals, are an eclectic form of mixed media art built out of your own imagination and creative freedoms. This class will be led by youth, for youth!

 

 

 

 

ELEMENTS IN PRACTICE: ARTMAKERS FAMILY SERIES
 with rotating PCA staff
 Mondays, 5:30–6:30 PM
April 6th–May 18th (seven sessions)

Create, explore, and learn together as a family in this hands-on, multi-generational art series. Grandparents, parents, and children will discover new ideas, experiment with materials, and grow creatively side by side in a supportive, collaborative environment. Each week, a different PCA artist or instructor leads the session, focusing on one of the seven elements of art—line, shape, form, color, value, texture, and space. After a brief artist share highlighting how the featured element appears in their work, families will engage in a guided, hands-on activity designed for all ages and skill levels. The emphasis is on creativity, curiosity, and connection. By the end of the series, your family will have experienced all seven elements of art and built a small collection of artwork created together.*Each registered family must include at least one adult for every four children participating.

$100 per family (Non-Members) | $95 per family (Members)

If cost is a barrier, tuition assistance is available. Corey’s Kids provides tuition support for families in need. Contact us for more information.

 

 

 

ART II – a FREE drop-in class!
(AGES 9 – 12)
with Lori Sams
Mondays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
February 2, 2026 – March 16th 2026 (Six Sessions) *No class February 16th* 

This is the second in a three term series of classes designed to help kids build skills in the fundamentals of art making. Students will explore a variety of mediums to learn about the elements of art and principles of design. Returning and new students welcome. (Art I participation not required) 

 

 

 

 

MINIATURE PAINTINGS (Ages 8+) 
with Peter Bryan
SATURDAY, 1:00 – 3:00 PM
May 23rd and May 30th 2026

*Same Class, Different Dates! Pick the one that works best for you.
Support one of our favorite teaching artists by joining Peter Bryan as he guides you through the process of painting on mini-canvases using a variety of mediums. Peter uses bursts of colors and textures to explore the many possibilities of his style of art. Each student will be provided with four mini-canvases to create the perfect set of personal paintings. This class is being offered free of charge- all levels are welcome.

 

 

 

 

 

NO SCHOOL MAKE AND TAKE ART – a FREE drop-in class!
(Ages 5 – 12)
with PCA Staff
February 16th, March 6th, April 17th 2026 (three sessions)
1:00- 2:00 PM

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. 

 

 

ART III – a FREE drop-in class!
(AGES 9 – 12)
with Lori Sams
MONDAYS, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
April 6- May 18th 2026 (seven sessions)
Art III builds upon what students have learned in Art I and Art II, furthering their understanding and use of the elements of art and principles of design in their projects. Students will explore collage, graphic design, sculpture and more! 

 

 

 

BIRD HOUSE PAINTING
with Racheal Wilmer
SATURDAY 12:00- 1:30
April 11, 2026 (one session)

This class offers a relaxed, creative space for participants to paint and decorate a wooden birdhouse in their own unique style. Emphasis is placed on imagination and personal expression, with a wide variety of paints and materials available to explore. Families, friends, and individuals are welcome to create at their own pace in a fun, supportive environment. Each participant will take home a one-of-a-kind birdhouse ready to display or enjoy outdoor.

$25 a student | Free for Teens

 

 

YOUTH SPRING BREAK ART HOUR-  a FREE drop-in class!
with Hadley and Racheal
(Ages 6 – 12)
TUESDAY–FRIDAY, 10:00–11:00 AM
 March 24th–27th

Spend spring break getting creative with hands-on art activities! Drop in and try button making, tie-dye, paper marbling, and other fun, process-based projects. No experience needed—just come ready to make art and have fun.

Drop-In $3 Per Student + $1 Per Sibling

 

 

FOR THE LITTLES – ART STUDIO (Ages 0-5)
with Erica Edwards
TUESDAYS, 10:15 – 11:00 AM
March 3 – April 28, 2026 (Eight Sessions)
*No Class on March 24 – have a great Spring Break!

Come, Explore, Create! Each week we’ll provide a different art project using materials and supplies found in the JD Smith Art Studio. These classes are specially designed for kiddos aged 0 to 5 years old, however older siblings are welcome. Please wear clothing appropriate for getting messy! Parents or guardians must accompany their child in this course. 

Drop-In $3 Per Student + $1 Per Sibling

 

 

GLOW IN THE DARK ART 
with Peter Bryan
SATURDAY, 1:00 – 3:00 PM
March 7th, March 14th 2026  (Two Session) (Ages 8+) 

Explore the unexpected in this hands-on workshop with Peter Bryan. Experiment with glow-in-the-dark paints and printmaking techniques to create bold, luminous designs that play with light, texture, and composition. Push your creativity, take risks, and discover new ways to make images come alive. Wear mess-friendly clothes and bring your curiosity and adventurous spirit—all materials are provided.