Art Programs

 

ART IN ACTION (AIA)

Art in Action is a program coordinated by the Galena ARC. It is a free art history program taught to Galena Primary School students (k-4th grade).

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POTTERY STUDIO

Looking for something fun and different to do? Join us for a pottery workshop or a one-day lesson: hand-built or electric wheel. Classes offered for youth and adults throughout the year.  No experience required.
Check back often for updated class listings.

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YOUTH ART CLASSES

Offering a creative environment for young artists ages 6-14 to explore new ideas, develop skills, and build self esteem through making and learning about art. Classes are offered throughout the school year as well as during the summer.

Check back often for updated class listings.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL ART CLUB

 The club is free to members (grades 5-8) because of a generous grant from the Chicago Athenaeum. This is an independent study, art exploration club—there will not be scheduled lessons. Each student will work independently on long-term art projects of their choosing. There may be a couple of group community service project opportunities.

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ADULT CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS

​Check back often for updated class listings.

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MUSIC CLASSES

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Guitar and Ukulele Lessons

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Violin Lessons & Music Logic Classes

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Piano Classes

ADULT GROUP PIANO

RMM classes provide a supportive group environment in which to explore the basics of piano playing and music reading. The emphasis is on fun and enjoyment, and the limited class size (three to eight students) allows for a good balance of learning, support, and social time. No prior piano experience or talent is necessary, just a desire to learn the basics of keyboard or piano playing. A piano or keyboard at home is helpful for between-lesson practicing but not required. Solo playing during or between classes is always voluntary, and there are no recitals!

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YOUTH GROUP PIANO
No classes scheduled at this time. Call Liz Larson for more information about upcoming opportunities.

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MUSIC AND ME (TODDLER AND GUARDIAN)

No classes scheduled at this time. Call Liz Larson for more information about upcoming opportunities.

Check back often for updated class listings.

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YOUTH ART CLASS SCHOLARSHIPS

Thanks to community members and local organizations, there are youth scholarship opportunities for ARC art classes. You can also pick up a copy at the ARC front desk or the brochure rack in the ARC main hallway. Scholarship cannot be applied to Art Parties.

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ART PARTIES (click for party more info)

YOUTH Painting Party: Bring your favorite people together to celebrate your birthday or other special occasion with a guided painting party at the Galena ARC! Max of 18 for this party option.

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YOUTH String Art Party:

Paint or stain a plaque, choose a pattern (or create your own), grab a hammer and
nails and let the fun begin! Max of 18 for this party option.

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ADULT String Art Party:

Paint or stain a plaque, choose a pattern (or create your own), grab a hammer and
nails and let the fun begin! Max of 18 for this party option.

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ADULT Wood burning Party:

Wood burning (also known as pyrography) is the craft of touching wood with a heated poker to produce decorative burn marks, achieving a large range of decorative effects. No previous art-making experience is necessary. Max of 12 for this party option.

 

ADULT Painting Party: Unleash your creative spirit with an inspiring night out with friends/family where you can relax and share a fun experience at the Galena ARC. No previous art-making experience is necessary. Max of 18 for this party option.

 

 

ART ROOM MURAL

This mural will enhance the art experience at the Galena ARC and inspire students for years to come. Stop in and see it for yourself--it is amazing!

Questions? Contact:

Liz Larson, Art Program Director

artdirector@galenaarc.org

 

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