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:
Victor Gartner Lance Henderson Rosalie Mack Janessa Tamsett
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
Jim Austin Beverly Gordon Bob Nishihira Ken Yoder
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 Birgit Tode
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 Lynn Decker Beverly Gordon Richard Johnstone
Brian Kiracofe Birgit Tode Dawn Williams Annette Komroy
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 Greg Sullivan
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 Kathleen Candales 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:
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!