Get to Know Us: An Interview with Ed Lay
Many of you might know Ed Lay as one of our longtime metals instructors and as a dedicated and talented working artist. Ed was born in the Philippines, and raised (mostly) in New York. He has worked primarily in the academic tech world and has a lifelong interest in education. For 30 years, he wrote programming languages for kids and teachers […]
Art of Living Black Special Events
This month we are proud to host two major events in conjunction with our current exhibition, The 21st Annual Art of Living Black. The Art of Living Black Artists Talks February 4, noon – 2pm. Free. We will present a panel of the The Art of Living Black 2016 award winners, Justice Renaissance, Gene Dominique and Nye’Lyn Tho. […]
The Art of Living Black: An Interview with Orlonda Uffre
Orlonda is an Oakland resident, originally from New York, of African Caribbean heritage, with a definite bi coastal state of mind. She has 4 siblings, and hundreds of first and second cousins, in the Caribbean. She was once called a Renaissance woman because of all the career and personal lifestyles she has experienced and occupied. […]
Free Winter Art Events at the Richmond Art Center
A variety of free art-related activities, talks and events slated for January – February 2017 bring adults, families, and children to the Richmond Art Center. We look forward to seeing you soon! The Richmond Art Center will be hosting a variety of free events in January and February to coincide with the newly opened Winter […]
We’re Hiring: Human Resources & Operations Director (HR/OD)
Position: Human Resources & Operations Director (HR/OD) Full Time, exempt position Supervisor: Executive Director Key Responsibilities: Human Resources management Front Desk Administrative Staff supervision IT oversight Event support Facilities and Grounds oversight Overview/ Essential Duties: We’re looking for a talented, hands on administrator to join our creative and passionate team at the Richmond Art […]
The Art of Living Black: An Interview with Nyé Lyn Tho
Nye’ Lyn Tho is a West Oakland resident of 9 years, hailing from Philadelphia, PA. She was born and raised in New York with her 10 siblings and currently resides with her partner, Ahmunet Jessica Jordon. She currently runs a Photography & Graphic Design studio operating out of American Steel Studios with a focus on […]
Bring Color and Creativity to Your New Year
Bring a new level of color to your creative practice in 2017. We’ve selected some of our most colorful classes for you to explore. Register today and see you in the studio! Watercolor for Beginning and Intermediate Students Color Theory Printing Patterns on Fabric Enameling Glass Beadmaking Weaving Roundup
Press Release: Art of Living Black Exhibition Returns for the 21st Year at the Richmond Art Center
Art of Living Black Exhibition Returns for the 21st Year at the Richmond Art Center The only annual exhibition in the Bay Area that exclusively features regional artists of African descent opens on January 10, 2017. RICHMOND, CA — December 23, 2016 — The Richmond Art Center is proud to host the only annual exhibition […]
Press Release: Influential Glass Artist Marvin Lipofsky Exhibition Opens at the Richmond Art Center in January 2017
Influential Glass Artist Marvin Lipofsky Exhibition Opens at the Richmond Art Center in January 2017 Exploring the legacy of the artist and cornerstone of the Studio Glass Movement in an intimate selection of works from his private estate. RICHMOND, CA — December 20, 2016 — A leading figure in the world of glass, the late […]
Our Top Ten Art Classes to Start 2017!
Weave on a tabletop. Make collagraph prints. Learn to etch photos and screenprint in full color. Turn crochet into a soft sculpture. Learn a variety of jewelry techniques. All of these skills and more await. Check out this short list of picks we think you should know about. Registration for Winter session continues through the […]
