Racine Unified Student Art Exhibition 2026 Opening Reception
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.
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.
Create imaginative animals using wire and foil armatures as a base, and use air dry clay to make the form take shape. Design and paint animal patterns and textures for an animal sculpture.
Learn to create a beautifully unique wool felted sheet using traditional wet-felting techniques—an ancient process used for thousands of years.
Create a non-objective 6 x 6 inch stained glass piece and a mini mosaic.
Make a fun and fidget friendly flared spinner ring! Create a base of sterling silver and outer rings in a choice of copper, brass, or sterling silver.
Learn to make a mini mosaic using stained glass scraps. Techniques include grouting, designing, and gluing pieces of stained glass on a square block.Â
Design and create a custom ceramic charcuterie board. Learn slab-building techniques, surface texture, and decoration, as well as how to finish and glaze your board for food-safe use. Perfect for beginners and makers who want to craft a functional, beautiful piece to showcase at gatherings!
Investigate the human body form through the observation of nude models. Learn composition, drawing techniques, and characteristics of light and proportion. Any type of drawing material or watercolors are welcome.
Spring into art and spend a day or two at RAM's Wustum Museum for an enriching art experience
Learn how to create a realistic crepe paper ranunculus—a favorite in spring flower bouquets— by cutting hand dyed paper petals, shaping, and assembling a soft gradient flower.
Create artwork with homage to your hometown, Racine, Wisconsin. Taking inspiration from Racine landmarks—such as Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, the Golden Rondelle, and the Windpoint Lighthouse—create several different styles of art, including cut paper designs, abstract sculptures, and mosaics.Â
Use hand-building techniques to form a teapot's body, spout, lid, and handle, while also learning how form and function work together in teapot design.

