Art Works Now

Children and teens from a variety of educational and economic backgrounds create art that is relevant to their life experiences during day and week-long camps. Camps are typically scheduled around school-mandated breaks and federal holidays.

Monthly social-based art-making and creative play in a familiar community space—with dinner included—for school-age children.

Visual arts experiences designed to connect school curriculum with the lives of public and charter school children. Classes occur daily or weekly at schools, during the school day or after-school. Curriculum is designed to meet the National Visual Arts Standards. S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) aligned integrative curriculum is also offered. Art Works also provides programming for alternative learning environments such as homeschool groups.

Individual and group visual art classes for teens and adults with developmental disabilities with an emphasis on materials and tactile experiencing. Instruction is based on curriculum that gives students experiences with numerous materials, ideas, and significant artists, with the flexibility to adapt to a variety of cognitive and physical disabilities. There is an additional emphasis on introducing students to professional artists with disabilities.

Creative programming for older adults ages 55 and older. Programming is designed specifically to the needs and interests of older adults and provides an opportunity for socialization while improving personal health.

Skills classes for all ages that focus on learning technique and building confidence as an artist amongst peers. Classes include ceramics, drawing, painting, and more.