Palo Alto Art Classes & Workshops

Serving Palo Alto, Mountain View, Los Altos, Menlo Park, Atherton, Redwood City, Portola Valley, East Palo Alto, Woodside

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    Welcome to TinkerLab’s Palo Alto Art Workshops! Join artist and educator Rachelle Doorley for hands-on, creative art experiences designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and celebrate the joy of making—for both children and adults.

    What to Expect at Our Workshops:

    Exploration: You’ll receive thoughtful prompts and quality materials, but the creative decisions remain yours to make.

    Thoughtful Setup: Each workshop features carefully selected art materials and an inviting setup that inspires creativity from the moment you arrive. 

    Children’s Art Class Themes

    Our rotating children’s workshops may include:

    • Nature-Inspired Art: Creating with natural materials and exploring organic forms
    • Mixed Media Exploration: Combining unexpected materials to create unique works
    • Recycled Materials Studio: Transforming everyday objects into beautiful art pieces
    • Process Art Adventures: Experimenting with open-ended art techniques
    • Seasonal Celebrations: Creative projects that connect to the rhythms of the year
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    Adult Workshop Themes

    Our adult workshops focus on both creative refreshment and practical skills:

    • Creative Reset: Reconnect with your innate creativity through playful, low-pressure explorations
    • Art Journaling: Develop a personal visual journaling practice
    • Materials Deep Dive & Experiments: Explore specific media like watercolor, collage, or printmaking
    • Sustainable Making: Create beautiful pieces using recycled and repurposed materials

    Our Location

    TinkerLab workshops take place in our Palo Alto studio: 4141 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306, Unit C-1. Free street parking is available.

    We also serve our neighboring communities, including:

    • Menlo Park
    • Mountain View
    • Redwood City
    • Los Altos
    • Atherton
    • East Palo Alto
    • Portola Valley
    • Woodside

    We also offer private workshops at schools, community centers, workplaces, and private homes throughout the Bay Area.

    Meet Your Facilitator

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    Rachelle Doorley is the founder of TinkerLab, author of three books on creative exploration, and holds an Ed.M in Arts in Education from Harvard University. With a background in theater, museum education, and child development, Rachelle brings a unique perspective to creating engaging art experiences that inspire confidence and joy for creators of all ages.

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    Custom Workshops & Private Events

    Looking for a creative experience for your:

    • Children’s birthday celebration
    • School event or classroom enrichment
    • Parent group or staff development
    • Adult birthday or special occasion
    • Teacher professional development
    • Corporate team building

    Contact me to discuss custom workshop options for your group or organization. 

    Contact: support@tinkerlab.com