ArtReach has opened a new 6,000 sq. ft. art studio in Hillcrest, San Diego. This facility will offer free and affordable visual arts workshops to over 2,100 participants each year, including children, teens, families, and adults. The studio includes two new art spaces – Sun Room Studio for children ages 2-11 and Garage Studio for teens 11-17 and adults of all ages.
Art Classes at ArtReach HQ
Kids 2-11 & Families
The Sun Room Studio is a fine arts studio for children ages 2-11. In this creative space, children will explore a wide range of techniques in dry and wet media, with a focus on process-based learning and social-emotional learning themes.
Teens & Adults 12+
The Garage Studio is a process-based makerspace for teens ages 11+ and adults. The workshops emphasize collaboration, exploring identity, and showcasing various techniques including sewing, rug tufting, printmaking, dyeing, sculpture, and more.
Artist-Led Workshops
Community Programs aim to enhance visual arts education for San Diego residents by facilitating direct connections between local artists and the public. Artists and their creations are what make our communities vibrant and cool. As an organization made up of artists, we are committed to supporting our peers through paid teaching opportunities. These programs offer a range of low-cost hands-on art workshops for the public and paid teaching development for artists. By providing these opportunities, we establish a nurturing and creative space that encourages self-expression and fosters a supportive learning environment for all.
Our Artist-Led Workshops feature local practicing artists teaching processes and concepts directly related to their personal art practice. All workshops are beginner-friendly and open to most ages.
What to expect at ArtReach HQ
Where: We are located at 1065 University Ave., San Diego, CA 92103 (on the corner of University and Vermont). Please arrive no more than 15 minutes before class.
Parking: We have limited space in our parking lot for drop off and pick up. There is free and metered all-day parking on nearby streets if you are staying for class.
Seats are limited: If you would like to add on a ticket for a friend, reach out and we will try to accommodate your needs.
Running late? If you’re running behind, ArtReach staff members will be ready to catch you up!
Something came up and you can’t make it? Please email us. Refunds are not available for no-shows, but credit will be provided for a future class at ArtReach HQ if you cancel at least 24 hours before the class.
Safety: All participants must sign a waiver before attending a workshop. All students under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
Youth drop off: Please plan to drop off students ages 5+ at the start of class. Only adults listed on the waiver may pick students up (with a matching driver’s license or ID card). If you prefer to stay, we do have limited classroom seating.
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Reach out to Sun Room Studio for ages 2-11 & family workshops
Contact: Laurie Evans, Sun Room Studio Manager at sunroom@artreachsandiego.org
Reach out to Garage Studio for teens ages 11+ & adult workshops
Contact: Kristina Stahl, Community Programs Coordinator at garage@artreachsandiego.org