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Inking the plates during solarplate printmaking

Solarplate Printmaking Inking and Printing Process Part 3

Barbara Mason June 21, 2022

Thanks for joining us for another free online art lesson from Golden Road Arts. In the last lesson, Barbara Mason completed the second part of

Solarplate printmaking with UV exposure unit

Solarplate Printmaking Preparation and Exposure Part 2

Barbara Mason June 14, 2022

Welcome back to another free art lesson from Barbara Mason of Golden Road Arts. In the last tutorial, we began a new three-part series with

Solarplate printmaking using exposed plates

Solarplate Printmaking Tools and Techniques Part 1

Barbara Mason June 7, 2022

Thanks for joining us once again for another free art lesson from Golden Road Arts. Last time we were here we finished up our three-part

Printmaking in the Classroom Using Homemade Plates Part 3

Barbara Mason May 24, 2022

Welcome back to another free art lesson from Golden Road Arts. In the second part of the printmaking series from the OAEA 2021 Fall Conference,

Printmaking in the Classroom With Homemade Stamps Part 2

Barbara Mason May 17, 2022

Thanks for joining us for another free art lesson from Golden Road Arts. In the last lesson we discussed printmaking techniques in the classroom. In

Barbara Mason printmaking lesson at OAEA Fall Conference

Easy Printmaking Techniques for the Classroom Part 1

Barbara Mason May 10, 2022

Welcome back for another free art lesson from Golden Road Arts. Last time we were here we talked about easy types of painting for children.

Where Are the Best Places to Get Free Art Lessons for Kids?

Barbara Mason May 3, 2022

Free art lessons help kids of all backgrounds gain access to the creative arts. At our free art events in Oregon, Golden Road Arts has

Fun Summer Art Projects for Elementary School Children

Barbara Mason June 27, 2023

At Golden Road Arts, we believe kids deserve free access to age-appropriate art lessons. Our recent summer art projects for middle school children offered a

Summer art projects for middle school kids

Inspirational Summer Art Projects for Middle School Children

Barbara Mason June 20, 2023

Middle school children often thrive when allowed to express themselves through creative outlets. By creating art at home, kids have the opportunity to problem-solve, improve

Art in the Park Returns to Hillsboro & Beaverton This Summer

David Leonnig June 8, 2023

Golden Road Arts, in partnership with the Hillsboro Public Library, is pleased to announce the return of the popular Art in the Park program this

How Parents Can Teach Art Literacy at Home

Barbara Mason May 16, 2023

Thanks for joining us once more for a new free art lesson with Golden Road Arts. Practicing art at home is crucial for a child’s

Tips to Keep Your Kids’ Passion for Art Alive This Summer

Barbara Mason April 25, 2023

Welcome back to Golden Road Arts in Oregon for more tips and techniques to keep your child engaged with art. In the past, we have

Clay and playdough art projects for kids

Why Working With Clay and Playdough Inspires Creativity

Barbara Mason March 14, 2023

As anyone familiar with Golden Road Arts’ free art lessons for kids will know, we love getting creative with clay and playdough. Children of all

How Art Literacy Can Improve Your Child’s Homelife

Barbara Mason February 28, 2023

Thank you for joining us once again at Golden Road Arts in Hillsboro to talk about art literacy – and the benefits of creating art at

Free Summer Art Events for Children

Join Golden Road Arts this summer for free in-person art events and book readings at Hillsboro parks.

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Every Child Deserves Access to Art Education

We deliver free art lessons to elementary and middle school children online and at in-person events through partnerships with school districts, libraries and community organizations.