Art Classes
Programming includes:
- Spring and Summer Art Camps
- School Art Program
- Professional Development for Teachers
- Custom Tours and Workshops for Adults
Spring Art Camps 2012
Fantasy Gardens is the theme of this year's Spring Break Camps at the Art Gallery. A week of drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed-media, sculpture and out-trips all inspired by nature, imagination and contemporary art! Pack a snack and lunch and dress for a mess and the outdoors. Camps run from Monday to Friday, from 9:30am-3:30pm at a cost of $180 per child (10% discount for Gallery members).
- March 12–16 (8–10 year olds)
- March 19–23 (6-8 year olds)
Summer Art Camps 2012
Take the Leap! This popular gallery based art camp in Richmond returns! Watch for details and 2010 dates. Stretch your thinking, roll up your sleeves and start making!
Art Camps are designed to give children the opportunity to explore a wide variety of ideas and 2D and 3D materials. Projects and art activities challenge children while instructors offer plenty of encouragement to provide for a safe environment that promotes exploration and expression. All projects draw from historical and contemporary art references as well as from the exciting summer exhibitions in the Gallery. Artists from the summer exhibition will be involved in developing a special related project for art camp each week.
Workshops are weekly, Monday through Friday from 9:00 to 3:00pm.
Book early to avoid disappointment. Dress for mess and outdoor weather, pack a lunch and snack to keep fuelled. Parents, please complete medical and photo waiver form.
Book early to avoid disappointment. Dress for mess and outdoor weather, pack a lunch. Parents, please complete medical and photo waiver form. 
3 Ways to Register for Spring and Summer Art Camps and other Courses
- In person at recreation and cultural facilities
- Internet Registration
- Registration Call Centre: 604-276-4300
School Art Program (K-12)
The Studio Arts Program is a popular program at the Richmond Art Gallery.It is designed to give children and youth an expanded experience of the world of art through a one and a half hour tour and art workshop. Students begin their visit with a 15 minute tour of our current exhibition to inspire their thought and creativity. After a dynamic conversation, they will move into the art room for an intense art workshop of your choice. The workshops are designed to give your students a foundation of technique and art appreciation. Registration fills up quickly, so book your workshop today.
Call Melanie 604-247-8316 to book.
Professional Development for Teachers
The Gallery runs several Professional Development for Teachers workshops for elementary and secondary school teachers throughout the year. These include hands-on projects and art related ideas for further exploration to take back to the classroom. Cost is $35 per person for a full day, or $20 for a half day.
Please call 604-247-8316 for possible dates and information.
For further information on any of our education programs, please contact:
Melanie Devoy
School Art Programs Coordinator
604-247-8316
Custom Tours and Workshops for Adults
If you have a group of eight or more, book a tour and workshop for a morning or afternoon of artistic inspiration. Projects are aimed at audiences of all ages and experience, to learn a new technique or experiment with a new medium. Projects will be completed and ready to take home with you that same day. The Gallery is a most imaginative choice for groups seeking an entertaining and creative activity in Richmond! Tours and workshops are 2 hours in total. Fee is $20 / per person, which includes gallery tour and all art supplies.
Contact Melanie at 604-247-8316 to book.
