Announcements
Shaping Identity: Youth Ceramics Workshop
May 24th, 2023
Shaping Identity: Youth Ceramics Workshop Join artist Colleen Garland in an exploration of ceramic artwork and techniques. Students will engage in discussion of pieces made by a variety of ceramic artists who identify as women. They will also receive a hands-on introduction to the practice of wheel throwing. Schedule: Wednesdays, 2pm-4pm, June... Continue Reading
Summer Art Camp - Call for Youth Volunteers
May 23rd, 2023
Summer Art Camp - Call for Youth Volunteers Richmond Art Center is looking for youth and young adult volunteers to assist with our Summer Art Camp. Volunteers will assist Teaching Artists in the classroom (morning and afternoon shifts available), as well as support with lunchtime and student pick up. About Summer Art... Continue Reading
A Big Announcement from RAC’s Executive Director
May 18th, 2023
A Big Announcement from RAC’s Executive Director Hello Friends, Save the date! On Saturday, August 5, 1pm-4pm, we're having a community party to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Andrée Singer Thompson’s Guillermo, the Golden Trout (the large fish sculpture that adorns our building). Go Fish! will be Richmond Art Center’s first... Continue Reading
Free Workshops for Families this Summer / Talleres gratuitos para familias este verano
May 10th, 2023
Español Free Workshops for Families this Summer Announcing these family workshops for kids and their grown-ups to make art together. Ages 5+ welcome with an adult | Ages 12+ welcome solo La instrucción en español estará disponible. Registration required. Workshops are available until full. Registered students are responsible for communicating if they can no longer... Continue Reading
Spring Family Day was a blast!
April 30th, 2023
Spring Family Day was a blast! We had big fun on Saturday!! Thank you to all our collaborators, partners and supporters who made Spring Family Day possible: The Richmond Our Power Coalition, UC Master Gardener Program, Fencelines project team (Graham L.P., Princess Robinson, Gita Khandagle), Mueve, Nyabingha McDowell, Richmond Arts & Culture... Continue Reading
Summer Semester Registration Opens Wednesday, May 3, 10am
April 28th, 2023
Summer Semester Registration Opens Wednesday, May 3, 10am Browse art classes now and get ready for summer registration opening on May 3. Summer class listings are posted on our website (don't worry if the class says 'Fully Booked' this will change once registration opens). New classes include: Original Character Workshop Everyday Still-life Line by Line: Introduction to Tapestry... Continue Reading
Fencelines Public Art Installation on Earth Day
April 27th, 2023
Fencelines Public Art Installation Richmond Parkway Bay Trail between Gertrude and Vernon Avenues On Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, community members gathered at the Richmond Parkway Bay Trail to install the hundreds of painted wooden slats that make up the Fencelines public artwork. The site of the installation - an existing chain link fence -... Continue Reading
Announcing S.P.O.T.S. - Summer Mural Program for Youth
April 18th, 2023
S.P.O.T.S.: Summer Mural Program for Youth English | Español S.P.O.T.S: Supporting Peoples Outlooks, Talents, and Speech Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3pm to 6pm The painting spot, the gathering spot, the spot light or epicenter of action. Public art is a powerful tool for community building. This program will introduce young artists to the means to create vibrant... Continue Reading
Take a Metal Art Class this Spring
March 15th, 2023
Take a Metal Art Class this Spring Recently at Richmond Art Center instructor Maxon McCarter and students got creative with copper in the metals studio (see photos below by Elaine Moreno). Do you like sculptural art and jewelry? Want to learn how to shape metal to create something amazing? Check out... Continue Reading
Spring Catalog and a Message from RAC’s Executive Director
March 15th, 2023
The Spring Catalog is Here! Check out the Spring Catalog for information about upcoming classes, exhibitions and special events. CLICK HERE to see the catalog online, or pick up a copy at Richmond Art Center. A Message from RAC’s Executive Director Hello Friends, Sunny weather is coming and we have a couple of "not... Continue Reading
A Big Day at RAC - THIS Saturday 3/18!
March 14th, 2023
A Big Day at RAC - THIS Saturday 3/18! Join us at Richmond Art Center to celebrate one last time our winter exhibitions! We'll also be having a free photo session with ENOUGH Considered and hosting a visioning session for the establishment of an Arts Council and an Arts & Culture... Continue Reading
Welcome Kimberly! Richmond Art Center's new Public Programs Coordinator
March 10th, 2023
Meet Kimberly Ross, Public Programs Coordinator Kimberly Ross joins Richmond Art Center’s staff team with extensive experience in the fashion industry, as well as entrepreneurial endeavors in event production and image consulting. As Public Programs Coordinator Kimberly will coordinate the volunteer program and special events, as well as support front desk activities. Kimberly... Continue Reading
Show Your RAC Pride! T-Shirts and Totes Now Available
March 8th, 2023
Artist Designed T-Shirts and Totes Our custom t-shirts and totes are only available for purchase at Richmond Art Center. Swing by the front desk and pick yours up while stocks last! Ceramics T-Shirts Design by teaching artist Shannon Abac Unisex Style | Sizes S to 2XL | Cotton Heritage, Soft & Lightweight, 100% cotton Colors... Continue Reading
Youth Art Tours - Book Now for Spring!
March 6th, 2023
Youth Art Tours - Book Now for Spring! Did you know we have a school tours program? Bring your class to Richmond Art Center and enjoy a guided tour of current exhibitions. Students also get to visit studio spaces and engage in an art-making activity. (Psssst Richmond youth organizations, groups and schools... Continue Reading
Interested in teaching at Richmond Art Center?
February 14th, 2023
Prospective Teaching Artist Information Sessions In these informal online sessions RAC’s Education Team will share information about our hiring process and teaching opportunities. Richmond Art Center offers visual arts education programs for the community year round, on-site at RAC, off-site in the community and online via Zoom. We work collaboratively with Teaching... Continue Reading
Spring Class Registration Opens Wednesday, February 15 (really soon!)
February 10th, 2023
Spring Class Registration Opens Wednesday, February 15 Spring classes are now posted (don't worry if the class says 'Fully Booked' this will change once registration opens). Browse listings and plan which class or workshop you'll sign up for when classes open for registration on Wednesday, February 15 at 10am. And don’t forget... Continue Reading
Three New Bookmaking Workshops
January 24th, 2023
Three New Bookmaking Workshops Starting Soon! Workshop for Adults | Beginners Welcome Coptic Sewn Book Saturday, February 4, 10am-1pm $125 Learn to sew a hard covered book with an exposed spine. This book opens perfectly flat and is a fun structure to make! More info... Workshop for Adults | Beginners Welcome No Glue Watercolor Sketchbook Saturday, March 4, 10am-1pm $125 This fun... Continue Reading
Gratitude and News
January 13th, 2023
It Was a Rollercoaster End to 2022 We are so grateful to our community! Despite the devastating loss of three major donors last year, we're happy to announce that we reached our End-of-Year Appeal fundraising goal and raised over $80,000. Thank you to everyone who contributed! On December 23, Rigo 23’s statue of Leonard Peltier—that was previously exhibited at Richmond Art Center—was stolen... Continue Reading
Meet Teaching Artist Anna Kingsley
January 12th, 2023
Meet Teaching Artist Anna Kingsley Anna Kingsley is an artist from Oakland, California. Since 2011 she has owned and operated Brick Factory Designs, a letterpress studio and bindery, and has happily produced customs designs for even happier clients. We spoke with Anna about her work, as well as the classes and... Continue Reading
Richmond Art Center will be at the West Contra Costa Education Fair
January 10th, 2023
West Contra Costa Education Fair Saturday, January 28, 10am-12pmDeJean Middle School, 3400 Macdonald Ave, Richmond More info: wccedfair.com Richmond Art Center will be at the West Contra Costa Education Fair this Saturday! Come speak with over sixty local schools and connect with community organizations to learn about opportunities for youth in West Contra Costa. RSVP ... Continue Reading
Happy New Year from all of us at Richmond Art Center!
December 31st, 2022
Wasn't 2022 beautiful? We're looking forward to new adventures together in the New Year. And if you can, please consider supporting our End-of-Year Appeal. Your donation - any amount - will support Richmond Art Center's free gallery admission, exhibitions, education programs, and community outreach. Ways to Donate: Online: www.mightycause.com/donate/Richmond-Art-Center Mail a Check: Richmond Art Center, 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804 Phone: 510-620-6772 (please... Continue Reading
12/31 Update on Stolen Leonard Peltier Statue
December 27th, 2022
Rigo 23's statue of Leonard Peltier was stolen from a U-haul in Oakland on 12/23. UPDATE 12/27 6PM: Most of the Leonard Peltier statue has been recovered. HOWEVER, THE STATUE'S LEFT ARM/HAND REMAINS MISSING. If anyone has information about its whereabouts please contact Oakland PD or leave tips on RAC's voicemail:... Continue Reading
A Message from Richmond Art Center’s Board President
November 10th, 2022
A Message from Richmond Art Center’s Board President Hello RAC Community, It’s hard to pinpoint the exact moment it occurred. Perhaps it was when a beautiful new mural returned life and color to the Community Gallery’s long corridor? Or when the Board of Directors was able to meet in person after two years... Continue Reading
¡Feliz día de los Muertos!
November 1st, 2022
¡Feliz día de los Muertos! It is Día de los Muertos and we are remembering friends and family members who are no longer with us. Thank you to everyone who came to our Día de los Muertos Family Day event on October 15. We came together for community and creativity in celebration... Continue Reading
Announcing Winter Semester
October 13th, 2022
Announcing Winter Semester Class Registration Opens Wednesday, October 26, 10am Winter classes are now posted on our website (don't worry if the class says 'Fully Booked' this will change once registration opens). Browse listings now and plan which class or workshop you'll sign up for. And don’t forget to get your scholarship applications in... Continue Reading
