RAM’s Charles A. Wustum Museum of Fine Arts

An introduction to the basics of working with clay, from sculpting to molding. Through hands-on activities and simple techniques, explore texture, shape, and form. Make clay animal figures, fun shapes, and little sculptures while developing fine motor skills and using imagination. Clay pieces will not be food safe. They will be underglazed and fired, but not clear coated with a shiny glaze.

Explore traditions of art using paper, textiles, clay, and mixed materials. Introduction to foundational techniques with focus on creativity and personal expression.

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.

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.

Find inspiration in the Wustum gardens, and paint a few canvases that show the beauty of the outdoors!

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.

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.

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.

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.