INNOVATIVE ART & DESIGN
CLASSES FOR TEENS
INNOVATIVE ART & DESIGN CLASSES FOR TEENS
Build Skills. Find Your Voice. Grow Every Week.
Build Skills.
Find Your Voice.
Grow Every Week.
One River School is the most compelling place for creative teens to explore their passion for studio art, design, illustration and animation.
Our innovative curriculum, inspiring artist educators and dynamic rotation of projects allows teens in Grades 6-12 to create innovative, original work and think in new ways.
GET STARTED IN 3 SIMPLE STEPS
1. FIND YOUR CLASS
Pick from our Signature Programs: Art Shuffle® or Digital Art Shuffle® - designed for all ages and skill levels.
2. Choose your Start Date
Choose the start date that works for your schedule with a variety of weekday, weeknight and weekend options.
3. Show up and create
Arrive 5 minutes early on your first day! We provide everything you need to get started on your first exciting project!
GET STARTED IN 3 SIMPLE STEPS
1. FIND YOUR CLASS
Pick from our Signature Programs: Art Shuffle® or Digital Art Shuffle® - designed for all ages and skill levels.
2. Choose your Start Date
Choose the start date that works for your schedule with a variety of weekday, weeknight and weekend options.
3. Show up and create
Arrive 5 minutes early on your first day! We provide everything you need to get started on your first exciting project!
Our Signature Programs
Art Shuffle® | DIGITAL Art Shuffle®
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Get started in Teen Art Shuffle® or Digital Art Shuffle® —our signature programs where students build technical skills, explore a range of media and develop original ideas through a series of inspiring projects.
Art Shuffle® & Digital Art Shuffle®
Our core teen art program allows students to become well-rounded artists by shuffling projects across a variety of media and subject matter. One River School’s innovative curriculum inspired by contemporary artists stimulates their imagination and helps them develop essential skills in a fun classroom environment. Digital Art Shuffle® brings fine art and technology together by providing students with the tools, software, and inspiration to make art on a virtual canvas. Student will learn how to use the Adobe Creative Suite allowing them to become well-rounded digital artists.
Art Focus® | DIGITAL Art Focus®
Strengthen Your Focus
Strengthen your techniques and focus on what inspires you most. Our Art Focus® & Digital Art Focus® classes offer a space to dive deeper into: Drawing, Painting, Manga, Cartooning, Procreate or Animation.
More About Art Focus®
Designed for teen students who want to focus on mastering technical skills in drawing, painting, cartooning, manga or animation mediums. Students will explore the elements and principles of art and design through fun and engaging projects.
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OUR SIGNATURE PROGRAMS
Art Shuffle® & DIGITAL Art Shuffle®
Start Here
Get started in Teen Art Shuffle® or Digital Art Shuffle® —our signature programs where students build technical skills, explore a range of media and develop original ideas through a series of inspiring projects.
Art Shuffle® & Digital Art Shuffle®
Our core teen art program allows students to become well-rounded artists by shuffling projects across a variety of media and subject matter. One River School’s innovative curriculum inspired by contemporary artists stimulates their imagination and helps them develop essential skills in a fun classroom environment. Digital Art Shuffle® brings fine art and technology together by providing students with the tools, software, and inspiration to make art on a virtual canvas. Student will learn how to use the Adobe Creative Suite allowing them to become well-rounded digital artists.
Art Focus® & DIGITAL Art Focus®
Level Up Your Skills
Strengthen your techniques and focus on what inspires you most. Our Art Focus® & Digital Art Focus® classes offer a space to dive deeper into: Drawing, Painting, Manga, Cartooning, Procreate or Animation.
More About Art Focus®
Designed for teen students who want to focus on mastering technical skills in drawing, painting, cartooning, manga or animation mediums. Students will explore the elements and principles of art and design through fun and engaging projects.
THE ONE RIVER METHOD
FUN & SOCIAL EXPERIENCE
Our teen classes cultivate a vibrant, social experience that supports teen artists in their creative journey. Students create side-by-side in a collaborative setting where they listen to music, share creative ideas, and build lifelong friendships.
FUN & Social experience
Our teen classes cultivate a vibrant, social experience that supports teen artists in their creative journey. Students create side-by-side in a collaborative setting where they listen to music, share creative ideas, and build lifelong friendships.
Teaching through the lens of Living Artists
Our original curriculum introduces teens to contemporary art / design and real-world themes. This unique approach helps students develop strong personal voice in today’s visual world.
Teaching through the lens of Living Artists
Our original curriculum introduces teens to contemporary art / design and real-world themes. This unique approach helps students develop strong personal voice in today’s visual world.
Skills for College & Beyond
Teens build essential technical skills that are foundational for success in fine art and creative industries. Students learn to think critically, solve visual problems, and develop a personal style they can carry into college and beyond.
Skills for College & Beyond
Teens build essential technical skills that are foundational for success in fine art and creative industries. Students learn to think critically, solve visual problems, and develop a personal style they can carry into college and beyond.
Events, Exhibitions & More
Teens showcase their work at One River Gallery twice a year and enjoy exclusive events like Gallery Artist Talks, Professional Artist Exhibitions, Specialty Workshops, Teen Nights, and Parties!
Events, Exhibitions & More
Teens showcase their work at One River Gallery twice a year and enjoy exclusive events like Gallery Artist Talks, Professional Artist Exhibitions, Specialty Workshops, Teen Nights, and Parties!
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. Their expertise helps teens understand what it means to think like an artist and create with intention.
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. Their expertise helps teens understand what it means to think like an artist and create with intention.
MEET YOUR TEACHING ARTISTS
Mike Koloski
Mike Koloski has been studying digital graphics for over 25 years. He earned a BFA in Animation from Savannah College of Art + Design with a focus on 3D character animation/design and technical direction. He has worked professionally as a graphic designer and illustrator. Mike has worked closely in education both in special education and mainstream classrooms. He is enthused to continue the integration of art and technology. Mike is excited to introduce the next generation of digital artists to the medium.
Damien Torres
Damien Torres is a New York-based artist who has worked on various art projects, from trading cards to comics. Before graduating from The Kubert School in 2014, he got his first professional art job working with Cryptozoic on the card set for “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.” Ever since, he’s worked with publishers like SomosArte, Aspen, Dynamite, and several others. Damien also has credits on Netflix docuseries, “The Family,” as well as HBO Max docuseries, “Generation Hustle.” Damien is the current artist on “The Winchester Mystery House” for Source Point Press, and is an artist for Atomic Mass Games’ “Marvel Crisis Protocol.” Damien enjoys teaching at the Hartsdale location of One River School of Art and Design.
AJ Tignonsini
AJ Tignonsini received his BFA in Design + Animation with a concentration in 3D Modeling at Mercy College in 2020. He's pursuing a Certificate in 3D Animation at WCC (2022-2023). His passion for teaching is rooted in the creative process. Aj's teaching philosophy contains both technical and imaginative perspectives which assist students at any skill level. He believes that to be a great artist, determination is needed to execute creativity. Students will then develop a critical eye and become more inclined to learning new techniques or softwares. Aj is experienced in the animation pipeline from Storyboarding, painting, modeling, animating, all the way to the final render.
Explore a variety of media
Learn techniques, experiment with new tools / software and build confidence and skills in your favorite materials as well as ones you've never tried before.
Drawing
Painting
Mixed Media / 3D
Manga / Cartooning
Graphic Design
Digital Painting
Digital Illustration
Digital Animation
Explore a variety of media
Learn techniques, experiment with new tools / software and build confidence and skills in your favorite materials as well as ones you've never tried before.
Drawing
Painting
3D/Mixed-media
Manga & Cartooning
Graphic Design
Digital Painting
Digital Illustration
Digital Animation
Create a Portfolio Colleges Can't Ignore
Art Shuffle® Plus
Push Your Creative Limits
Take your practice to the next level with Teen Art Shuffle® PLUS. Designed for serious teen artists, this class offers extended studio time, curated exhibitions, artist talks, and student-led projects.
Art Shuffle® Plus: Teens
Designed for advanced teen artists who want a rigorous art experience, challenging projects and a longer studio practice time. Students complete ambitious artworks while working on projects that help them develop both technical and conceptual skills. One River School’s innovative curriculum inspired by contemporary artists stimulates their imagination and helps them develop advanced skills in a fun classroom environment.
Portfolio Development
Prepare for College
Build a standout portfolio with dedicated support from our teaching artists. Students work on targeted pieces, receive one-on-one feedback, prep for college interviews, and craft their artist statement.
More About Portfolio Development
One River School has developed a unique Portfolio Development Program for motivated teens who are preparing a body of work for college admission. Based on years of research, our program allows teen students to demonstrate an approach to art making that is investigative, ambitious and individualized.
Create a Portfolio Colleges Can't Ignore
Art Shuffle® PLUS
Push Your Creative Limits
Take your practice to the next level with Teen Art Shuffle® PLUS. Designed for serious teen artists, this class offers extended studio time, curated exhibitions, artist talks, and student-led projects.
More About Art Shuffle® Plus: Teens
Designed for advanced teen artists who want a rigorous art experience, challenging projects and a longer studio practice time. Students complete ambitious artworks while working on projects that help them develop both technical and conceptual skills. One River School’s innovative curriculum inspired by contemporary artists stimulates their imagination and helps them develop advanced skills in a fun classroom environment.
Portfolio Development
Prepare for College
Build a standout portfolio with dedicated support from our teaching artists. Students work on targeted pieces, receive one-on-one feedback, prep for college interviews, and craft their artist statement.
More About Portfolio Development
One River School has developed a unique Portfolio Development Program for motivated teens who are preparing a body of work for college admission. Based on years of research, our program allows teen students to demonstrate an approach to art making that is investigative, ambitious and individualized.
From One River Studio
to the nation's top
Art Schools
Meet the Teen Artists of One River School, whose creative journeys began in our studios and led them to exciting futures at top art and design programs across the country.
Elan Head, Savannah College of Art and Design
Muhammad Iqbal, Thomas Jefferson University
Adison Becker, Tufts University
Erik McTeranan, Maryland Institute College of Art
Rex Cook, Rhode Island School of Art & Design
Lilianna van de Zilver. Rutgers Mason Gross School for the Arts
Zoe Manino, Rochester Institute of Technology
More About Adult Art Shuffle® Plus
Intermediate to advanced students can attend our open studio classes to work on projects of their choosing in a variety of media with their instructor's guidance. This class type invites students to take their work at their own pace. Versatile and knowledgeable mentors provide their expert feedback and facilitate friendly group critique. The diverse subject matter and materials our adult students use provides an inspirational setting for them to work and feel at home.
WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY
"One River has given me confidence and guidance in my art journey."
"One River has given me confidence and guidance in my art journey."
"It is a safe space where I can be myself."
"It is a safe space where I can be myself."
"I love exploring different mediums and bringing my own ideas to life"
"I love exploring different mediums and bringing my own ideas to life"
"My teacher has supported me so much during my time here."
"My teacher has supported me so much during my time here."
Inside our Teen Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
Our classes are rolling, so you can start at any time! Our teachers will welcome and onboard you to the class on your first day and we recommend that you arrive a few minutes early to make your first class a great experience.
We make it easy to get started, so just bring yourself! High quality art supplies are included with your monthly class tuition. A few exceptions include our photography, video and iPad classes and camps, which require each student to bring their own camera or iPad.
We ask that you attend your weekly classes regularly, because consistency is the keys to developing your skills and building rapport with your teacher and peers. It also allows you to complete your artworks on time and reflect on the outcomes with the group. But we understand things come up, so if you miss a class please let us know so we can schedule your makeup class.
Your first month payment is a partial prorated payment based upon your start date. Then you will be billed on the 1st of every month thereafter.
Our weekly recurring classes meet year-round and many students stay with us throughout the summer. If you need a break we recommend freezing your membership and saving a seat for when you return.
If you plan to return within 6 months, we recommend freezing your membership by pre-paying for your returning month. You can set a restart date or get a credit that is valid for 6 months.
Canceling your membership requires an advance notice via our Cancellation Form with one final membership payment. You can attend classes through your final month with us.