About
Mission Statement
The purpose of the Paso Robles Art Association is to provide the North San Luis Obispo County with quality artwork and to raise awareness and appreciation of art in the community. The mission has a component of youth education in local schools and community outreach programs. Finally, the PRAA promotes, displays, and offers fine art in a gallery setting.
The PRAA is a partner with the Studios on the Park project in downtown Paso Robles where our gallery, The Showroom, is located.
PRAA offers classes, workshops and ongoing artistic education to its members and to the general public. All PRAA meetings and demonstrations are free and open to the public. We are now having meetings and classes at the Studios on the Park building which is located at 1130 Pine Street in Paso Robles (Please use the yellow door at the Railroad Street entrance).
Community Partnerships
Financial Support
The PRAA partners with the following organizations:
- Paso Robles Youth Arts Foundation www.PRYAF.com
- Main Street Association www.pasoroblesdowntown.org
- City of Paso Robles www.prcity.com
- Chamber of Commerce www.pasorobleschamber.com
Educational Opportunities:
- Ongoing classes in oil, watercolor, and acrylics.
- Un-instructed groups in life-drawing and pastels.
- Semi-monthly workshops in a wide variety of mediums.
- Two art "camps" yearly for children with the Library/Parks and Rec Depts.
Fund-raising Events and Activities:
- Small Treasures: November-December show
- Bridge Tournament: October through September
- Art Raffle: December luncheon
- Arte de Tiza (chalk art): scholarship account
