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Uncover 250 points of art through making, exploring, and discovering! Enjoy exploring the exhibition, hands-on, and games inside and outside the museum, all inspired by Handcrafted: RAM Community Art Show and 250 years of creativity.
Discover how classic craft skills can inspire modern creativity! From textile art and printmaking to clay and collage, use traditional techniques in new ways to make vibrant, one-of-a-kind artworks throughout the week of studio exploration.
Step back in time—and into your imagination—at Art Camp 1776! Be inspired by history, Americana, and the spirit of creativity. Create, explore, and experience art that’s fun, whimsical, and rooted in the past. Discover games and art projects popular in 1776, then reimagine and refresh them for 2026. From handcrafted creations to artful activities, dive into a hands-on experience where history meets imagination! Parents and family members will be invited to the Time Travelers’ Art Gallery —a celebration of a week of creativity, imagination, and history- and see the amazing art created by our time traveling campers.
Create both functional and non-functional ceramic pieces using the potter’s wheel and handbuilding techniques, and enjoy a sensory-rich experience that taps into the tactile joys of working with clay. Throughout the workshop, learn various techniques to manipulate clay, experiment with texture, form, and design, and develop your own artistic style. With expert guidance and plenty of room for creativity, create pieces that are both functional and artistic, perfect for personal use or display. Clay pieces will not be food safe. They will be underglazed and fired, but not clear coated with a shiny glaze.
Young artists explore the fundamentals of drawing while experimenting with colors, shapes, and textures. Each session includes guided exercises, fun challenges, and opportunities to develop personal style, boosting confidence and artistic skills. Perfect for beginners and budding illustrators alike, this class encourages imagination, self-expression, and a love for art.
Discover the magic of turning soft wool into art! In this hands-on class, young artists will explore the colorful world of textural felting and learn the basics of wet felting -- to transform fluffy fibers into beautiful felt artwork. Artists will design textured landscapes, abstract fiber art, or close-up studies of natural textures like bird feathers, animal fur, leaves, or waves. Try needle felting to add extra details and dimension.
Dive into the colorful world of acrylic painting and mixed media. And experiment with brushes, textures, and a variety of materials that will bring your imagination to life!
View exemplary creations demonstrating the level of student achievement and learning during the Opening Reception at RAM’s Wustum Museum on Sunday, May 3, 1:00 – 4:00 pm.
Let’s celebrate summer themes with a combination of stories and art making. Little artists will love spending the afternoons engaged in the art projects that bring books and stories alive.
Learn the art of wheel throwing and create your own unique pottery pieces. Explore the fundamental principles of form, mass, and texture through demonstrations and guidance. Discover how to shape and refine your clay, building both technique and expressing creativity. Clay pieces will not be food safe. They will be underglazed and fired, but not clear coated with a shiny glaze.
Discover how artists view animals throughout history from the ancient cave paintings to modern art, and make 2D and 3D animal inspired art.
Let’s draw- comic style! Design your own characters and bring them to life through bold comic elements like “BOOM!” and “WOW!” captions. Learn how to create dynamic panel layouts and tell a visual story from start to finish. By the end of the class, you’ll create your very own mini comic book!
Work on your anime skills while practicing drawing expressive characters with big eyes, dynamic poses, and unique personalities while exploring the basics of anime style. Focus on sketching, inking, and coloring while creating original characters and scenes inspired by the imagination.
Learn the art of wheel throwing and create your own unique pottery pieces. Explore the fundamental principles of form, mass, and texture through demonstrations and guidance. Discover how to shape and refine your clay, building both technique and expressing creativity. Clay pieces will not be food safe. They will be underglazed and fired, but not clear coated with a shiny glaze.
Small pre-made animal forms come to life with fabric, stitching, and imagination! Using bright textiles and patterns, design and sew a “skin” for your animal —adding flair, and plenty of personality. Inspired by the animal world, this workshop encourages playful creativity while teaching basic sewing skills.
Explore the fundamentals of shaping, molding, and sculpting clay, using simple tools to bring your creative ideas to life. Make functional pieces or imaginative sculptures, and gain the skills to craft unique, personalized works of art from start to finish. Clay pieces will not be food safe. They will be underglazed and fired, but not clear coated with a shiny glaze.
Find inspiration in the Wustum gardens, and paint a few canvases that show the beauty of the outdoors!
Find fun ways to incorporate fiber into art for little learners! Explore fiber crafting by using yarn as a painting tool, creating soft textural art, or making felt furry creatures. Enjoy the tactile feeling of fiber art.
Dive into a world where everyday materials are transformed into artistic masterpieces! Turn common items—such as cardboard, paper, cans, and plastic—into functional and decorative art. This fun and eco-friendly workshop encourages thinking creatively about materials, the aesthetics, and the environmental impact of their art.
Explore traditions of art using paper, textiles, clay, and mixed materials. Introduction to foundational techniques with focus on creativity and personal expression.
