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TRANSFORMING

ART EDUCATION®

THE LEADER IN ARTS EDUCATION

Founded in 2012, “one river” west of New York City, One River School® has developed a unique method for teaching art and digital design classes to Adults, Teens and Kids.

Rooted in contemporary art, our proprietary curriculum is inspired by living artists and designers. As a result, our students simply have more fun learning to create and produce compelling art.

Signature Programs for All Ages

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ADULT CLASSES

Our unique approach to adult education empowers all skill levels to reignite their creative journey with confidence by combining expert guidance and encouragement.

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TEEN CLASSES

Our innovative curriculum, inspiring teaching artists and dynamic rotation of projects allows teens in Grades 6-12 to create innovative, original work and think in new ways.

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KIDS CLASSES

Kids explore their passion for drawing, painting, sculpture, cartooning, and digital art through a dynamic, hands-on curriculum that balances fun with skill development.

Signature Programs for all Ages

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Classes for Adults

Our unique approach to adult education empowers all skill levels to reignite their creative journey with confidence by combining expert guidance and encouragement.

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Classes for Teens

Our innovative curriculum, inspiring teaching artists and dynamic rotation of projects allows teens in Grades 6-12 to create innovative, original work and think in new ways.

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Classes for Kids

Kids explore their passion for drawing, painting, sculpture, cartooning, and digital art through a dynamic, hands-on curriculum that balances fun with skill development.

THE ONE RIVER METHOD

THE ONE RIVER METHOD

Teaching through the lens of Living Artists

Our original curriculum introduces students to contemporary art and real-world themes. This unique approach helps students develop a strong personal voice in today’s visual world.

Teaching through the lens of Living Artists

Our original curriculum introduces students to contemporary art and real-world themes. This unique approach helps students develop a strong personal voice in today’s visual world.

Fun & Social Experience

Our classes cultivate a vibrant, social experience that supports artists in their creative journey. Students create in a collaborative setting where they listen to music, share ideas, and build lifelong friendships.

Fun & Social Experience

Our classes cultivate a vibrant, social experience that supports artists in their creative journey. Students create in a collaborative setting where they listen to music, share ideas, and build lifelong friendships.

Mentorship Support from Teaching Artists

Students learn from practicing artists, animators, and designers—professionals who bring real-world experience and industry insights into every class.

Mentorship Support from Teaching Artists

Students learn from practicing artists, animators, and designers—professionals who bring real-world experience and industry insights into every class.

Professional Artist Exhibitions

One River is proud to connect our students and communities with the world of contemporary art by hosting professional exhibitions.

Professional Artist Exhibitions

One River is proud to connect our students and communities with the world of contemporary art by hosting professional exhibitions.

WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY

"One River has always been a big source of confidence and guidance in my art journey."

"One River has always been a big source of confidence and guidance in my art journey."

"This place has been magic for my daughter."

"This place has been magic for my daughter."

"This class is my respite from the world."

"This class is my respite from the world."

"My teacher has supported me so much during my time here."

"My teacher has supported me so much during my time here."