Harnessing the Power of Art to
positively impact our communities

Asé Arts, where creativity meets impact! We are more than an arts organization—we are a mission-driven enterprise that blends education, consultation, and artistry to create transformative experiences.

Serving Our Community

At Asé Arts, we believe in the power of art to foster connection, self-expression, and community transformation. Rooted in the meaning of "Asé"—a force that makes things happen—we bring people together through the process of art making. Utilizing art as a tool for personal growth and social impact.

**Youth Programming**

Asé Arts offers **dynamic visual art experiences** for **young creators** through **6–10 week Youth Art Classes** and **week-long Summer Camps** held throughout the **Bay Area**. Our programs foster **skill development** and **creative exploration**.

**Adult Programming**

Asé Arts offers **1–2 day workshops** designed for **adults of all skill levels**. These **hands-on sessions** foster **artistic exploration**, **personal expression**, and **community connection**.

Upcoming Events

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We bring together arts integration consulting, community-based programs, fine arts, and handmade home goods under one mission: to use creativity as a force for positive change. From consulting with schools and organizations to designing impactful programming, to crafting one-of-a-kind art pieces for your home, every facet of our work is guided by the belief that art transforms.

Through our programs, we use art as a bridge—connecting people to themselves, to each other, and to the stories that shape us. Whether we’re designing immersive visual arts experiences, consulting on arts integration for schools and organizations, or hosting community-centered workshops, our work is about impact as much as it is about expression. We believe art has the power to heal, to inspire action, and to preserve cultural legacy. Every project we take on is an opportunity to uplift voices, honor history, and imagine new futures together. If you believe in the transformative power of art, join us—collaborate, learn, create, and build with us. Learn more about the work we do on our website aseart.org. Link in BIO

We believe art has the power to transform—not just spaces, but people and communities. Through our arts integration consulting, community programs, fine art, and handmade home goods, we use creativity as a catalyst for connection, healing, and cultural preservation. When we create together, we open space for stories to be told, identities to be affirmed, and possibilities to be imagined. Every moment is an opportunity to grow, reflect, and connect. Let’s build something beautiful—together. Learn more about the work we do on our website asearts.org. Link in BIO

Our first wedding event. By special request of the bride ‘Pressed Flower Book Marks’, Combing two of her favorite loves books and flowers guests created a personalized book mark as a take home piece to remeber Ashley & Chris’s special day. 🍾🥂 CONGRATULATIONS 🍾🥂 @afrodescendiente #manyhappyyearstocome #weddingdaybliss

Our youth art classes are more than just creative play — they’re building blocks for your child’s whole development. Through guided exploration, kids strengthen their social-emotional well-being, sharpen cognitive skills, and unlock critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Most importantly? They build confidence in their power to imagine, express, and create. 🧠 Cognitive Skills: Kids engage in hands-on projects that improve focus, memory, and fine motor skills — all while learning about color, shape, form, and design. 💬 Social-Emotional Growth: Our classroom is a safe space where kids express feelings, build empathy, and develop self-awareness through creative storytelling and reflection. 🧩 Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Each project challenges students to make choices, experiment with materials, and adapt their ideas — skills they’ll carry into every part of life. 🌟 Creative Confidence: We nurture the belief that everyone is an artist. Watching students take pride in their creations is why we do what we do. Partner with us and let’s instill creative, imaginative, innovative thinking into the our future leaders. Contact link in Bio or send us a DM #YouthArtMatters #AséArts #OaklandYouth #CreativeConfidence #ArtsEducation #SocialEmotionalLearning #ProblemSolvingSkills #OaklandKids #BayAreaMoms #BIPOCYouthVoices #CriticalThinkingThroughArt #OaklandYouthArts #ArtsEducation #SocialEmotionalLearning #BuildingYoungMinds #CriticalThinking #ConfidenceThroughArt #OaklandMoms #BayAreaKids #CreateWithAsé

Find us throughout August, closing out the season at SF Public Libraries for Summer Stride! 🌞📚 Asé Arts workshops are more than just creative activities—they’re intentional spaces to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself through art. Whether you’re stitching, collaging, printing, or dyeing. Through our process based experience you’ll build your creative confidence, learn new techniques and build connections. 💬 Looking to offer something special at your next event or team gathering? DM us—our hands-on workshops are perfect for creating meaningful, memorable experiences.

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Art journaling is a wonderful paractice to develop. A way to check in with yourself, to slow down, to be mindful, and ground yourself as you set intentions. Book a workshop today. Great for a gathering, team building, retreat or bridal shower. Link in BiO #selfcare #processart #workshopit #manifest #speaktruthtopower #speakitintoexistence

: : MARK YOUR CALENDARS : : Our founder Nichole Talbott will be exhibiting with the Visual Artists Of Richmond in the preview exhibition for the upcoming Open Studios, first weekend in September. 82 artists will be showcasing their work throughout the gallery JOIN US! For the opening reception July 12th at the Richmond Art Center’s Main Gallery 1-3pm This event is free and open to the public!

Join us for our next workshop Sunday, July 13th 12-2pm @abramsclaghorngallery Registration link in BIO

As the weather heats up in the Bay and you get into your summer grove don’t forget to take time for yourself. Our workshops are a wonderful way to slow down and check in with yourself. Catch us at the San Francisco libraries and at a new location Abram’s Calaghorn Gallery #summerinthebay #thingstodointhebay #cityofalbany #SolanoAvenue #thingstodointhebayarea

Closing out the end of camp last week we were inspired by the work of @fefetalavera her use of pattern and how she captures the flora and fauna of the Amazon. Breaking down complex forms into simple shapes we learned how to draw a leopard. Young artists used stencils to create the landscape of the Amazon choosing one animal to place in their drawing. These really came out great don’t you think? @berkeley_capoeira #summercamp2025😎☀️🤗 #youtharts #artedmatters #amzonrainforest #brazil

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Richmond Art Center 2540 Barrett Avenue, Richmond,
**July 9 – September 6, 2025**
Gallery Hours: Wed–Sat, 10am–4pm

**Art Near BART** Opening Reception: Saturday, August 23rd 1–4pm
MacArthur Commons *(courtyard)*
539 39th St, Oakland

**Click to download the full guidebook.**

Testimonials

Stitching Our Stories Together

Wonderful experience of skill-building, and community-building in a cultural affirming space. I am happy to know this space exists for the community..
- Bethanie Hines

Art of the African American Masters

My kids are getting a strong arts program rooted in their racial and cultural identity.
- Kristina Mundera

Exploring Gelli Prints Workshop

Loved the time spent with Nichole in her perfect art space on Broadway! She had snacks and drinks ready for us when we arrived and we spent our time quickly learning about the process and then jumped in to start experimenting. Nichole was a great teacher and encouraged us to explore colors, layers, and textures. It was a lovely way to spend time with a friend while in a relaxing, creative environment. We would definitely do it again.
- Lisa Hingley

Dr. Jennifer Henry Shah

I have loved watching his technical skills improve and observing an increase in his confidence and focus. Most importantly I have seen in him a new passion for creativity and art-making. Nichole’s unique and compassionate understanding of kids of different ages and temperaments combined with her well crafted curriculum has provided an excellent learning experience for my son! I highly recommend Nichole’s classes!
- Dr. Jennifer Henry Shah

Lynna Tsou

Nichole has taught my son for the past two years and the creativity and variety of the art she has them create is amazing. Nichole teaches in a loving and positive way, has a great sense of humor, and takes the time to build a connection with each of her students. The materials, mediums, and projects she creates with our children are full of originality. I found myself constantly asking, “How did you do that?”
- Lynn Tsou

Julie Garz

Nichole can engage every child's artistic side with her creativity and flexibility - even the youngest and most wild of kids will become enthralled with their art project(s) under Nichole's patient guidance. Our son was complaining about "too much art!" at preschool until Nichole helped him dress his body tracing in a hand-sewn Batman costume. He was smiling with pride when he showed me the completed project - and Nichole was too! Take advantage of any opportunity your child has to make art with Nichole - such a talented, committed artist comes along only so often. Thank you, Nichole, for a great year of paint! color! sculpture! glue! chalk! crayons! and a ton of fun.
- Julie Garz

Harnessing the Power of Art to positively impact our communities