Family Studio: Abstract Art Inspired by Alma Thomas
Family Studio | Available
Come and make art side-by-side as a family. Families will explore a new medium each week and create a beautiful project together. Participants will be introduced to the abstract art of Alma Thomas, a Black artist and educator from Washington, DC who was inspired by nature and known for using bright, expressive colors and abstract patterns. Each family will create their own abstract art in the style of Alma Thomas.
- Each person must individually register. Registered children must have be accompanied by a registered adult. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. All materials and equipment are provided. Artmaking activities will involve some messiness; please wear appropriate clothing.
Classes are confirmed one week prior to the start date. In order to help us confirm classes, please register as early as possible.
Due to a set of stairs, this classroom is not wheelchair accessible.
Tarneshia Evans
Tarneshia has been working in the field of education for over 20 years. She previously worked for Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden in Children’s Education, Richmond Public School Head Start programs, The Goddard School, YMCA of Greater Richmond, and Atlantic Coastal Athletic Club (ACAC) Youth Department. Tarneshia affiliates herself with several worthwhile organizations like National Association for the Education of Young Children (naeyc & vaaeyc), Virginia Environmental Education Association (vaee) and the local chapter Greater Richmond Environmental Education Network (GREEN). In 2016 she was selected as Virginia Outstanding Educator by Project Learning Tree (PLT) and the following year was chosen as one the five 2017 National Outstanding Educators by PLT. She’s a strong advocate for promoting high-quality early childhood environmental education to children, families, and educators. Tarneshia enjoys seeing children engaged and immersed in nature. When she’s not teaching you can find her at some of her favorite consignment shops, visiting museums or volunteering at community events. Not only is she an award-winning educator, but her joy of teaching is obvious, and her joy is contagious!