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River Valley Arts Center Policies

Cancellation Policy

  1. Cancelling once fee is paid, up to 15 days prior to class/camp beginning, a 50% refund will be issued.

  2. Cancellation within 14 days of class/camp start, no refund will be given.

  3. Should the Arkansas River Valley Arts Center be required to cancel the class/camp, a 100% refund will be given or at your request, the fee will carry forward to the next session/class/camp.

  4. Should circumstances arise whereby you request to postpone the start of your class, if applicable, the  Arkansas River Valley Arts Center will carry forward your fee to the next available date, no refunds will be available. 

Studio/Class/Camp Guidelines

  1. We offer bulk fees for most classes. The fees are as follows:

    1. 6 Oil/Acrylic Classes: $100 for members, $140 for non-members.

    2. 6 Watercolor Classes: $100 for members, $140 for non-members.

    3. Art Camps (5 days in 1 week): $100 for members, $140 for non-members.  No make-up days are available for the Art Camps.  Normal Cancellation policies apply. 

  2. Classes may be paid for individually. The fees are as follows:

    1. Beginner Pottery: $25 for members, $30 for non-member. 

    2. Intermediate Pottery :  $15 for members, $20 for non-member. Intermediate Pottery students are responsible for the purchase of their own clay listed in no. 3.

    3. Oil/Acrylic Classes: $20 for members, $25 for non-members.

    4. Watercolor Classes: $20 for members, $25 for non-members. 

    5. Art Camps: $30 per day.  No refunds or Make-Up days. 

    6. Pop-up Classes: varying prices due to the supplies purchased.  No make up days are available due to the nature of the class. Normal cancellation policies apply.

  3. If the need arises, bags of clay may be purchased at the price of  $25 per 25 pounds of clay (1 bag).  

  4. Students are to clean their pottery wheel, floor area, paintbrushes, paint pallets, and all other tools, at the end of each class session. 

  5. Class sessions include 2 hours of instruction for Pottery Classes, 3 hours of instruction for Watercolor classes, 3 hours of instruction for Oil/Acrylic Classes, and various hours for Art Camps. 

  6. Missed classes can  be made up with or without the instructor present depending on knowledge of equipment/techniques.  Should the student require the instructor’s assistance, they may attend the next scheduled session.  

  7. If the student cannot attend the Class/Camp, please inform the instructor prior to the Class so proper documentation may be filed. 

  8. All communications and payments must be made through the front office, website, or instructor directly.  Please do not give money to anyone aside from those listed to prevent falsifying procedures and paperwork. 

  9. Independent study time is available at $10/hour at times that class/camp is not in session. Independent study times must be scheduled through the instructor, paid at the front desk, and approved by the Executive Director.  

  10. Should a student break, destroy, vandalize, or dismantle any tools or property, they will be held liable for ALL damages and/or replacements.  If that student is a minor, the legal guardian of the student will be held liable for all damages and/or replacements.

  11. Guided Private instruction is offered by request and scheduled with an instructor at the rate of $25 per hour.  ALL payments for private instruction must be made through the front office.  No exceptions. Private instruction schedules will be determined by the teacher and the student. 

  12. Prices for ALL classes are subject to change for any reason. 

  13. By signing up for ANY CLASSES regardless of method (online/in person), you agree to the terms listed above. 

To make a check donation to the ​River Valley Arts Center
Mail checks to: PO Box 2112, Russellville, AR 72811

Never send cash through the mail. 

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We love bringing visual and fine art to our community, but we can't do it without you! Our mission is to continue to have all people our area participate in creative opportunities and help bring enrichment to their lives through the arts.  Please help us by donating an amount of your choosing so we can continue to serve you. 

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    1001 East B Street,
    Post Office Box 2112, Russellville, Arkansas 72801 


    Phone: 479-968-2452  
     
    Email: rvartscenter@gmail.com

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