ART CLASSES / WORKSHOPS

 Art Classes & Workshops at the Visual Arts Center (VAC)

Discover your creativity at the Visual Arts Center! We offer a wide variety of instructor-led classes and workshops across multiple artistic disciplines, designed for all skill levels—from beginners to experienced artists.

Our classes typically run 2 to 6 weeks, providing in-depth, hands-on learning, while our workshops focus on specialty techniques in half-day to multi-day sessions, led by VAC instructors and guest artists.



Draw & Paint

Build a strong artistic foundation or refine your skills in drawing and painting. Explore a variety of 2D techniques, styles, and materials in a supportive, creative environment.

Meet our instructors:

Lance Henderson      Kitt Moran      Laura Pommier

Joanne Stramara      Beverly Yankwitt





Digital & Photography

Learn the art of digital creation and photography, including camera techniques, photo editing, composition, and visual storytelling.

Meet our instructors:

Clyde Sweatt      Kalissa Haff       Mariela Croker





Glass & Resin

Create stunning pieces using fused glass, stained glass, and resin techniques, including layering, color design, and finishing.

Meet our instructors:

Belinda Duclos     Suzanne Pisano     Sherry Hancuff





Jewelry Art

Design wearable art while learning beading, wire wrapping, metalwork, casting and enameling techniques to create unique, handcrafted pieces.

Meet our instructors:

Susan Priess       Belinda Duclos      Diana Reinhard      Bonnie Walker





Mixed Media

Experiment with paint, collage, textures, and found objects to create one-of-a-kind artwork while exploring innovative artistic expression.

Meet our instructors:

Kym Sheehan      Richard Johnstone





Pottery Art

Get hands-on with clay through wheel throwing, hand-building, glazing, and surface design, creating both functional and decorative ceramics.

Meet our instructors:

Ricardo "Ric" Hicks      Steve Strunk      Jack McClennen





Mind & Body

Relax and reconnect through creative practices like meditative drawing, expressive painting, journaling, and movement, promoting mindfulness and well-being.

Meet our instructors:

Elizabeth Clark      Peg Hurley





Online Classes

Create from the comfort of your home! Our online classes feature live demonstrations, guided instruction, and interactive sessions with experienced instructors. Participate in real time, ask questions, and receive feedback, just like in the classroom.

Accessible for all skill levels, online programs offer flexibility without compromising quality.

Meet our instructors:

Beverly Yankwitt     

 


 

Whether you're exploring a new hobby, developing your artistic voice, or connecting with a creative community, the Visual Arts Center has something for everyone.

Join us and bring your creativity to life!