The Robert S. Shineman Foundation
YAE After-School Spring Art Club 2026
Young Artist Experience or YAE program (pronounced “yay”) are mindfulness-based art classes that help relieve stress and nurture the creative spirit! All classes are held at the Salmon River Fine Arts Center. These discounted classes are made possible with funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, and through the generous funding of the Richard S. Shineman Foundation.
Elementary ART Program (ages 5-10) 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Elementary & Middle/High School ART Program (ages 5+) 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Option for bus drop off after school directly at the art center (with permission slip)
Class Limit: 8 (first come; first served)
SIGN UP in person at the art center during gallery hours or register online:
https://salmonriverfineartscenter.square.site/classes
Cost: Pay what you can: $5 - $40 (covers one month session, all materials and a snack)
Free scholarships available –please email your request!
YAE After School Spring Series
- ELEMENTARY (ages 5-10)
- Mondays | May 4, 11, 18, Tuesday May 26 due to Memorial Day
- Register on our Square Site
- ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE - HIGH SCHOOL (ages 5+)
- Wednesdays | May 6, 13, 20, 27
- Register on our Square Site
Paint the petals, sketch the blooms, and celebrate spring!
Bloom into creativity this May in our Plants & Flowers Art Workshop with instructor Brooke Snyder! Designed for both Elementary and MS/HS students, this class will explore the beauty of nature through painting, chalk pastels, and drawing. Students will create vibrant floral artwork inspired by spring gardens, wildflowers, leaves, and botanical details while learning techniques for shading, blending, layering, and color mixing. With guided instruction and plenty of room for creative choice, artists will leave with cheerful, nature-inspired pieces that capture the fresh energy of the season.
Instructor: Brooke Snyder