Art Classes
Programming includes:
- Spring Break & Summer Field Trips
- School Art Program
- Professional Development for Teachers
- Custom Tours and Workshops
- Art Workshops for Adults
Spring Break and Summer Holidays:
Field Trips to the Richmond Art Gallery
Looking to book a field trip for a spring break camp or preschool group? Planning summer camp activities and want to add a dash of art? Bring your group to the Richmond Art Gallery for a tour of our current exhibition and a hands-on art workshop. The cost is $4.00 per child, (minimum 10 children per booking), which includes all art materials.
Ages 3-5
Duration: 1 hour
Maximum of 20 children
10 – 11 am or 1 – 2 pm
Ages 6-8
Duration: 1.5 hours
Maximum of 25 children
10 – 11:30 am or 1 – 2:30 pm
Ages 9-12
Duration: 2 hours
Maximum of 30 children
9:30 – 11:30 am or 12:30 – 2:30 pm
Want to visit the gallery with your group, but don't want the art workshop? We are also offering free gallery tours. Contact the School Art Program Coordinator to arrange a time to visit with your group.
For art workshop details, and to book a field trip or free tour, contact:
Melanie Devoy
School Art Program Coordinator
Phone: 604-247-8316
Email: mdevoy@richmond.ca
School Art Program
The School Art Program introduces students from Preschool through Grade 12 to the exciting world of contemporary art through interactive gallery tours and exhibitions-based hands-on art activities.
School Art Workshops
Bring your students to the Richmond Art Gallery for a fun and inspiring field trip where they will be given a tour of the gallery followed by a hands-on art workshop which relates to the current art exhibition. The workshops are designed to give your students a foundation in art techniques and a chance to explore a variety of different art mediums. For more information, download the brochure from the Gallery Website.
Professional Development for Teachers
Want some creative ideas for incorporating art and visual literacy skills into your classroom? Contact us and we can schedule a professional development workshop for your school or preschool staff on a topic or theme of your choice, such as drawing skills, painting techniques, or improving literacy skills through art making. Workshops include hands-on projects and art-based lesson ideas that work across the curriculum.
Full Day: $35.00 per person
Half Day: $25.00 per person
Minimum 10 participants
For inquiries about the School Art Program, or to book a workshop, contact:
Melanie Devoy
School Art Program Coordinator
Phone: 604-247-8316
Email: mdevoy@richmond.ca
Custom Tours and Workshops
If you have a group of ten or more, book a tour and art workshop for a morning or afternoon of artistic inspiration. Projects are aimed at audiences of all ages and experience, to learn a new technique or experiment with a new medium. The Gallery is an imaginative choice for groups seeking an entertaining and creative activity in Richmond! Tours and workshops are 2 hours in total. Fee is $20 per person, which includes gallery tour and all art supplies.
To book a Custom Tour and Workshop, contact:
Melanie Devoy
School Art Program Coordinator
Phone: 604-247-8316
Email: mdevoy@richmond.ca
Art Workshops for Adults
The gallery hosts many one-day art workshops and art talks throughout the year for adults and seniors, led by professional artists. For dates and times, check out the Gallery Website.
