YAE Classes 2024

We are excited to again offer after-school art classes for the 24 - 25 school year. Below are the classes for September - December. Funded by the Richard S. Shineman Foundation.

All classes are pay what you can! Rate options available at time of checkout ($5 - $20 for all classes in one session). Free scholarships available for those with financial need - no questions - email or call the art center. Note: Space is limited to 6 students per class.

You can also check out our month-by-month calendar to help you plan all your Fine Arts Center activities.

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September Classes

photo of a sword, a knife, and two shields made from wood for an elementary art class
  • Medieval Sword and Shield Class
  • Mondays, 4 weeks: Sept 9, 16, 23, 30
  • Time: 4 - 5:30
  • Ages 5 -11
  • Instructors: Tom Lambert & Neal Tubbs
  • Class Limit: 6 (first come; first served)
  • Pay what you can: $5 - $20 (covers all 4 weeks)**

Calling all knights and warrior princesses! In this 4-week session, have fun learning about the beauty and art in creating your own medieval shield and sword. You will work with local wood artisans to create your very own unique blunt edged sword and shield, which can be used for costume play.

All tools and materials are supplied. Space is limited to six so please sign up early at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. YAE Art Club (Young Artist Experience) is made possible by generous funding from the Richard S. Shineman Foundation.

Parents, please note elected student artwork may be requested for display at our 2025 spring student art show representing the Richard S. Shineman Young Artists Experience.

*Option for after school bus drop off from Pulaski. (School will need a note from parents for each day.) A snack will be provided.

**Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request.

a boy blowing bubbles a boy blowing bubbles plus artwork made using the bubbles
  • Bubble Artistry
  • Tuesdays, 4 weeks: Sept 10, 17, 24 & Oct 1
  • Time: 4 - 5:30
  • Ages 5 -11
  • Instructor: Joan Mullen
  • Class Limit: 6 (first come; first served)
  • Pay what you can: $5 - $20 (covers all 4 weeks)**

No trouble blowing bubbles in this class! Explore the fun technique of bubble painting. Choose your favorite colors and create new colors as you blow bubbles onto paper, canvas, and even your own handmade ceramic pinch pot!! Depending on your substrate, you’ll use different paints to create beautiful one of a kind bubble art!

All tools and materials are supplied. Space is limited to six so please sign up early at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. YAE Art Club (Young Artist Experience) is made possible by generous funding from the Richard S. Shineman Foundation.

Parents, please note elected student artwork may be requested for display at our 2025 spring student art show representing the Richard S. Shineman Young Artists Experience.

*Option for after school bus drop off from Pulaski. (School will need a note from parents for each day.) A snack will be provided.

**Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request.



October Classes

painting of fox running through trees in autumn painting of dog in autumn
  • Fall Themed Painting
  • Mondays, 4 weeks: Oct 7, 21, 28, Nov 4  (no class Oct 14)
  • Time: 4 - 5:30*
  • Ages: 5 - 11
  • Instructor: Brooke Snyder
  • Class Limit: 6 (first come; first served)
  • Pay what you can: $5 - $20 (covers all 4 weeks)**

Explore various painting techniques, styles and mediums as we create fall themed landscapes, animals, and still lifes on paper and canvas. No matter what level, fun and imagination are always encouraged!

All tools and materials are supplied. Space is limited to six so please sign up early at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. YAE Art Club (Young Artist Experience) is made possible by generous funding from the Richard S. Shineman Foundation.

Parents, please note elected student artwork may be requested for display at our 2025 spring student art show representing the Richard S. Shineman Young Artists Experience.

*Option for after school bus drop off from Pulaski. (School will need a note from parents for each day.) A snack will be provided.

**Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request.


small loom to be used for weaving class small loom to be used for weaving class
  • Weaving with Natural Elements
  • Tuesdays, 4 weeks: Oct 8, 15, 22, 29
  • Time: 4 - 5:30*
  • Ages 8 and up (teens are welcome!)
  • Instructor: Kathy Allardice
  • Class Limit: 6 (first come; first served)
  • Pay what you can: $5 - $20 (covers all 4 weeks)**

Weaving is a fun, traditional art! Learn how to use a Lilli Loom (pictured) to make your own tapestry project. You will be encouraged to select a simple or challenging project, such as coasters, a wall hanging, bag or wallet, based on your skill level. Learn different techniques and have fun weaving a variety of natural materials to make it uniquely your own.

All tools and materials are supplied. Space is limited to six so please sign up early at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. YAE Art Club (Young Artist Experience) is made possible by generous funding from the Richard S. Shineman Foundation.

Parents, please note elected student artwork may be requested for display at our 2025 spring student art show representing the Richard S. Shineman Young Artists Experience.

*Option for after school bus drop off from Pulaski. (School will need a note from parents for each day.) A snack will be provided.

**Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request.



November - December Classes

students making paper mache sculptures
  • Holiday Paper Mache Sculpture
  • Mondays, 4 weeks: Nov 18, 25 & Dec 2, 9
  • Time: 4 - 5:30*
  • Ages 8 and up (teens welcome!)
  • Instructor: Brooke Snyder
  • Class Limit: 6 (first come; first served)
  • Pay what you can: $5 - $20 (covers all 4 weeks)**

Create and decorate your own holiday paper mache sculpture using plaster-craft! Build your own form to make a snowman, or holiday sculpture in 3-d and then have fun painting and embellishing it to make your final masterpiece.

All tools and materials are supplied. Space is limited to six so please sign up early at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. YAE Art Club (Young Artist Experience) is made possible by generous funding from the Richard S. Shineman Foundation.

Parents, please note elected student artwork may be requested for display at our 2025 spring student art show representing the Richard S. Shineman Young Artists Experience.

*Option for after school bus drop off from Pulaski. (School will need a note from parents for each day.) A snack will be provided.

**Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request.

example of chip and dip tray students will make
  • Clay Chip and Dip Tray
  • Tuesdays, 4 weeks: Nov 19, 26 & Dec 3, 10
  • Time: 4 - 5:30*
  • Ages 5 -11
  • Instructor: Joan Mullen
  • Class Limit: 6 (first come; first served)
  • Pay what you can: $5 - $20 (covers all 4 weeks)**

You will have fun eating from your own personal chip and dip tray made by you! Learn clay handbuilding techniques and experiment with color and clay.

All tools and materials are supplied. Space is limited to six so please sign up early at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. YAE Art Club (Young Artist Experience) is made possible by generous funding from the Richard S. Shineman Foundation.

Parents, please note elected student artwork may be requested for display at our 2025 spring student art show representing the Richard S. Shineman Young Artists Experience.

*Option for after school bus drop off from Pulaski. (School will need a note from parents for each day.) A snack will be provided.

**Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request.

Christmas card made wtih handmade paper
  • Papermaking and Holiday Card Making
  • Tuesdays, 2 weeks: December 10 & 17
  • Time: 4 - 5:30*
  • Ages 8 and up (teens welcome!)
  • Instructor: Joanne Henry
  • Class Limit: 6 (first come; first served)
  • Pay what you can: $5 - $20 (covers all 4 weeks)**

In the first class you will learn how to make your own handmade paper. In the second class you'll use your handmade paper to explore making cards, a journal, ornaments or whatever you can imagine!

All tools and materials are supplied. Space is limited to six so please sign up early at Salmon River Fine Arts Center Square Site. YAE Art Club (Young Artist Experience) is made possible by generous funding from the Richard S. Shineman Foundation.

Parents, please note elected student artwork may be requested for display at our 2025 spring student art show representing the Richard S. Shineman Young Artists Experience.

*Option for after school bus drop off from Pulaski. (School will need a note from parents for each day.) A snack will be provided.

**Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request.