Lectures, Workshops & Classes
Art is for Everyone. Local organizations provide ongoing tools and resources for the professional development of Art at any age.
Art on Broadway - Breakfast in the Gallery series
The public is invited to enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast from 9:00 am to noon one Saturday each month through October, 2011, as gallery artists demonstrate their skills and methods of creating works of art. The next breakfast and demonstration will take place September 10, 2011, with an encaustic demonstration by Sue Jensen, a popular local art instructor. The gallery invites the public to drop in for a quick look or to stay for an entire demonstration.
Beaverton Civic Theatre - Workshop Series
Whether you have little to no theatre experience, or would like to improve on skills you have, all can receive training by professionals at a low cost.
Portland Community College - Degrees in Art
The Art program provides quality education in an atmosphere that encourages the full realization of each individual's artistic potential. Studio and Art History classes play a vital role in a general liberal arts education as well as train students to become working artists. Many PCC alumni have pursued careers related to the visual arts; many former students have had exhibitions of their work, received awards and are represented by galleries.
Portland Community College - Project YOU Community Classes
PCC’s Creative Arts classes are one of the Project YOU programs. They have talented instructors with extensive background and history, ready to share with you for a jumpstart into fine arts and crafts or practical home projects.
Oregon College of Art and Craft - Community Programs
In addition to their Bachelor of Fine Arts and collaborative Masters program with Pacific Northwest College of Art, OCAC offers Adult and Youth programming, Artist-in-Residence opportunities and various lectures and workshops. Add the peace and tranquility of the natural setting, and creativity knows no limits.
Regional Arts & Culture Council
2012 Artists Workshop Series for growing skills as an artist and entrepreneur for our Community and beyond.
Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District
Connecting people, parks and nature. THPRD offers art, theatre and music classes or workshops for all ages. Founded in 1955 by Elsie Stuhr and other visionary citizens, they foresaw that the Beaverton area would grow and benefit from park and recreation services for children, adults and families.
Village Gallery of Arts
Founded in 1963 by a group of 10 artists for the purpose of a working, teaching gallery and place for exhibition and instruction. Today, they are home to many Oregon artists. Several of the artists have been with the gallery for many years. New members are always welcome. They enjoy a diverse group of artists and artisans, who create fine works of art in virtually every medium.

