PCAS is a nonprofit organization, whose mission is to support the perceptual development of children through artistic learning. PCAS is also committed to providing equitable access to quality arts education. Donations to PCAS are tax deductible and support our core programs as well as full and partial scholarships for low-income families. Our EIN number is 45-4032192. Thank you for your donation!
Let us transform your unwanted items into art! The following is a list of materials that the Portland Child Art Studio will gladly accept.
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RECYCLABLE MATERIALS
Toilet paper rolls Paper towel rolls Unused wall paper scraps Select collage material small cardboard boxes gift boxes corrugated cardboard mixing cups; small metal/heavy plastic wire, pipe cleaners, string tin cans without sharp edges wood scraps tissue paper wrapping paper Corks plastic lids bottle caps |
USABLE ART MATERIALS
kids craft materials mat knife scissors - all sizes hot glue & hot glue gun (must be low temperature) wire & wire cutters hole punchers rulers push pins tape plaster tape & plaster low fire white clay colored sand sponges paint brushes white glue & glue sticks pens and markers acrylic paint oil pastels paper beads |
HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
thread, string buttons stickers ribbon and lace tinfoil saran wrap wooden knives toothpicks paper towels |
TESTIMONIALS AND PRESS LINKS
Portland Child Art Studio is a child-centered space, which has given my girls greater confidence to express themselves as whole people and as accomplished artists. The art classes I took as a child left me feeling low if I couldn't achieve an exact copy of what the teacher was doing; here, instead, the kids are asked to pull from within themselves. The sense of achievement they feel and the freedom to create makes me feel like PCAS is a sacred space. Thank you. -Jen F.
The Portland Child Art Studio offers young people the precious combination of fluid creativity and structure. In a world where our children are pulled out of themselves by media they need a way to find their inner gifts. The Portland Child Art Studio has it! Take them there! -Stephanie M.
What to say about PCAS besides where else can my daughter make a little house filled with pom poms for her tin foil unicorn to rest for the night? And let it be known she did not forget the roof. It was specifically omitted as to not limit the flying capabilities of said tin foil unicorn. And besides, it does not rain where unicorns live so they have no need for roofs. Clearly. But seriously...Lately, in her five year old word everything seems to be a big deal. Complicated, debatable, chaotic, frustrating. It hurts my heart. But the art studio is her place of peace in a week of discontent. She finally shakes loose that negative voice that sometimes manages to cling despite her best efforts. It must feel so good! She makes her own discoveries. Does her own thing. It doesn't need to be broken down and figured out. It just is. So there you have it. Ninety minutes of joy for my sometimes struggling to find joy daughter. And I can see it in her eyes. -Denise P.
My 4 year old daughter received a scholarship to participate in the homeschool art class for 4-9 year olds at Portland Child Art Studio. It was the first time she ever attended a class & her first time participating in a group without me. She was hooked from day one. She loves everything about it, including drawing with pastels, painting, mixing paint colors, using clay, & creating sculptures. The instructors are amazingly patient & provide a relaxing atmosphere. I really appreciate that she is allowed the space to create without coaxing, boundaries, or limitations. She looks forward to attending each week & always leaves class feeling energized and excited about art. -Amy C.
The Portland Child Art Studio offers young people the precious combination of fluid creativity and structure. In a world where our children are pulled out of themselves by media they need a way to find their inner gifts. The Portland Child Art Studio has it! Take them there! -Stephanie M.
What to say about PCAS besides where else can my daughter make a little house filled with pom poms for her tin foil unicorn to rest for the night? And let it be known she did not forget the roof. It was specifically omitted as to not limit the flying capabilities of said tin foil unicorn. And besides, it does not rain where unicorns live so they have no need for roofs. Clearly. But seriously...Lately, in her five year old word everything seems to be a big deal. Complicated, debatable, chaotic, frustrating. It hurts my heart. But the art studio is her place of peace in a week of discontent. She finally shakes loose that negative voice that sometimes manages to cling despite her best efforts. It must feel so good! She makes her own discoveries. Does her own thing. It doesn't need to be broken down and figured out. It just is. So there you have it. Ninety minutes of joy for my sometimes struggling to find joy daughter. And I can see it in her eyes. -Denise P.
My 4 year old daughter received a scholarship to participate in the homeschool art class for 4-9 year olds at Portland Child Art Studio. It was the first time she ever attended a class & her first time participating in a group without me. She was hooked from day one. She loves everything about it, including drawing with pastels, painting, mixing paint colors, using clay, & creating sculptures. The instructors are amazingly patient & provide a relaxing atmosphere. I really appreciate that she is allowed the space to create without coaxing, boundaries, or limitations. She looks forward to attending each week & always leaves class feeling energized and excited about art. -Amy C.
I can't say enough great things about the Portland Child Art Studio. My 5 and 7 year old kids absolutely love going there. The teachers are very talented at letting the kids be individually creative, while maintaining a positive group dynamic. We intended to sign up for one art session, but we loved it so much we hope to go there year-round. We also recently had a birthday party there and it was just perfect for everyone. - Erin L.
"Love, love, love Portland Child Art Studio! My 3 year old daughter is enchanted with the studio and thoroughly enjoys her time spent there creating her masterpieces. It is truly a wonderful place to bring children and geared towards their creative and imaginative nature." - Marisa V.
PDX Kids Calendar: "Messy Art Nirvana at Portland Child Art Studio"
NW Kids: "Fostering Creativity: Portland Child Art Studio"
Oregonian: "'Harper's Trees' at World Forestry Center showcases artwork of 8-year-old Beaverton girl"
"Love, love, love Portland Child Art Studio! My 3 year old daughter is enchanted with the studio and thoroughly enjoys her time spent there creating her masterpieces. It is truly a wonderful place to bring children and geared towards their creative and imaginative nature." - Marisa V.
PDX Kids Calendar: "Messy Art Nirvana at Portland Child Art Studio"
NW Kids: "Fostering Creativity: Portland Child Art Studio"
Oregonian: "'Harper's Trees' at World Forestry Center showcases artwork of 8-year-old Beaverton girl"