Classes / Workshops

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 Overview

Fine art instruction for ages pre-K to adult

Class sessions are offered for fall, winter and spring along with several art camps during the summer. Special art workshops are offered throughout the year outside of the normal class schedule. All classes are held at the Artworks Studio, located at 502 Millbrook Avenue in Randolph, next to the municipal building. For further information, call the Recreation Department at 973-989-7081 or email us at artworks@randolphnj.org.

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  1. Winter Classes
  2. Winter Workshops
  3. Spring Classes
  4. Spring workshops

Winter 2023 Classes

Registration begins Monday, November 13, 2023, at our online registration site and in-person at the community center on Calais Road. Non-resident registration opens Monday, November 27, 2023, with a $10 fee. For further information, call the recreation department at 973-989-7081. Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable 2 weeks before the start of class. View the withdrawal request policy.

Young Artist

Who: Children ages 3-1/2 to K
Fee: $190

Students experiment with a variety of mediums in our small class setting. Process-oriented lessons (in drawing, painting, printing, collage, and 3D design) enable your child to express their ideas while learning new skills creatively.

DayTimeInstructorMeeting Dates
Saturdays (9 Weeks)

9:30 am to 10:30 am

S. Currie/J. BentleyJanuary 6, 13, 20, 27
February 3, 10, 24
March 2, 9

Saturdays (9 Weeks)

11:00 am to 12:00 pm

S. Currie/J. BentleyJanuary 6, 13, 20, 27
February 3, 10, 24
March 2, 9


Art Explorer I

Who: Students in grades K through 3
Fee: $190 (9 Week Session) & $180 (8 Week Session)

Students learn the fundamentals of artmaking in this fun multimedia class. Explore drawing, painting, printing, collage, and 3D design (clay, plaster, paper mache) through our series of projects. Students will learn the elements and principles of art while self-expression and skill development are emphasized.

DayTimeInstructor Meeting Dates
Mondays (8 Weeks)

4:30 pm to 5:45 pm

K. BrownJanuary 8, 22, 29
February 5, 12, 26
March 4, 11

Mondays (8 Weeks)

4:45 pm to 6 pm

L. RudisillJanuary 8, 22, 29
February 5, 12, 26
March 4, 11

Tuesdays (9 Weeks)

4:45 pm to 6 pmK. BrownJanuary 9, 16, 23, 30
February 6, 13, 20, 27
March 5
Wednesdays (9 Weeks)

4:45 pm to 6 pm

L. RudisillJanuary 10, 17, 24, 31
February 7, 14, 21, 28
March 6

Thursdays (9 Weeks)

4:45 pm to 6 pm

J. BentleyJanuary 11, 18, 25
February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
March 7

Fridays (9 Weeks) 4:30 pm to 5:45 pmL. RudisillJanuary 5, 12, 19, 26
February 2, 9, 23
March 1, 8


Art Explorer II

Who: Students in grades 4 through 8
Fee: $200

This class is for students who want to continue to create art with the materials and skills they have used in Art Explorer I. They will continue to explore drawing, painting, printing, and 3D design (clay, plaster, paper mache). Self-expression and creative problem-solving will continue to be encouraged.

DayTimeInstructor Meeting Dates
Wednesdays (9 Weeks)

6:30 pm to 7:45 pm

L. RudisillJanuary 10, 17, 24, 31
February 7, 14, 21, 28
March 6


Drawing & Painting

Who: Students in grades 4 through 8
Fee: $200 (9 Week Session) & $190 (8 Week Session)

This class is for students who want to build a strong foundation for rendering while learning to use a variety of mediums (pastel, charcoal, pencil, acrylic, watercolor, pen, and ink). They will learn more about 2D fundamentals such as line, form, value, composition, perspective, and color. Still-life arrangements and photographs will be used for reference.

DayTimeInstructorMeeting Dates
Mondays (8 Weeks)

6:15 pm to 7:30 pm

K. BrownJanuary 8, 22, 29
February 5, 12, 26
March 4, 11

Thursdays (9 Weeks)

4:30 pm to 5:45 pm

L. RudisillJanuary 11, 18, 25
February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
March 7

Thursdays (9 Weeks)



6:15 pm to 7:30 pmL. RudisillJanuary 11, 18, 25
February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
March 7


Mixed Media Painting for Adults

Who: Adults, age 18 and up
Fee: $260

This class is for the beginner as well as the experienced painter. Individually and at their own pace, students will be taught all the skills that need to be developed, such as drawing, composition, the mixing of colors, and various painting techniques. Acrylic painting on canvas is emphasized. Student artists may work with various media, such as watercolor, oil pastels, and collages on paper. Student artists individually choose to work from their own still life, photographs, or their imagination. All supplies included.

DayTimeInstructorMeeting Dates
Mondays (8 Weeks)

12:15 pm to 2 pm

L. TomainoJanuary 8, 22, 29
February 5, 12, 26
March 4, 11

Mondays (8 Weeks)

6:45 pm to 8:30 pm

L. TomainoJanuary 8, 22, 29
February 5, 12, 26
March 4, 11