Youth
Art Adventures 1
With Elizabeth and Beth
Grades K-1
A playground of endless possibilities, where little hands explore different mediums, textures & techniques. Lessons are designed to develop skills while also fostering the creative agency and freedom that are important to younger students.
Art Adventures 2
With Elizabeth and Beth
Grades 2-5
Expand your creative toolbox with new techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture, and more. In a supportive group setting, students are encouraged to challenge themselves and develop an appreciation for the creative process. A weekly reflection circle is a time to share progress and report on what worked and what did not! Projects culminate in a final Art showcase where friends and family can enjoy a presentation of artworks created. Play interactive games, make new friends, and learn to think & speak constructively about your creativity!
Young Artists Studio
With Elizabeth and Beth
Grades 4-8
A studio course for students looking to hone in on skills and techniques used by professional artists. Instructors will introduce methods along with some historical and cultural context to enrich their practice and build a connection to the arts. In the supportive open studio setting, students learn to develop long-term projects and experience creative camaraderie with their cohort.
Beth Tisthammer, Teacher
Beth is a multidisciplinary artist, teacher, and mother based in Petaluma. A graduate of Art Quest’s inaugural pilot program in 1995, Beth went on to study Fine Art at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and textile and surface design at the SRJC.
Beth’s curiosity and a love to learn has led her to specialize in both classical and unconventional methods of creative expression.
Beth’s body of work encompasses fine art illustration and painting, set design, large-scale papier-mâché puppets, textile design, and garment construction.
For over 20 years, Beth has taught and facilitated the arts for both children and adults in studios throughout the North Bay.
“I encourage my students to have discipline and cultivate proficiency, but also strive to emote courageously and with authenticity. I believe all creative voices have a place in
the conversation, regardless of age or level of expertise.”
