Adult Technique Classes
Enjoy the little things in life!
Oil Painting, Drawing, Pottery + More!
It doesn't matter your level of experience, we promise if you come to art class here you will have a fun time!
We offer many different adult technique classes like oil painting, drawing, and pottery in a warm and welcoming environment.
Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Your space will not be confirmed until both your registration and payment have been received!
Something unexpected come up? Bummer!
If you need to cancel your registration, let us know at least 48 hours before the actual class date and you'll be refunded the full amount. Class fees are non-refundable for cancellations less than 48 hours before the class date. Thank you for understanding.
Space is limited and often times we have a waiting list. Please let us know as early as possible if you’re not able to make it, there might be someone else who can!
Upcoming Workshop Schedule
Bad Art Club | 1st Mondays | 6-8pm
June 1 // 6-8pm
Make art without stressing about getting it perfect!
Explore our rotating lineup of DIY craft stations, where you'll get hands-on with different art materials, techniques, and inspirations—no two visits are the same! Or you can spend the whole time perfecting one masterpiece.
Try out new crafts, projects, and hobbies without having to buy all the supplies. Plus, it’s a laid-back, fun space to hang with your favorite people, no pressure, just creativity.
Cash bar available, pre-order a charcuterie box to snack on while you relax and create.
Cost is $20 ACB Members or $25 Non-Members
Pre-registration by May 29 is a must! Limited space, only 20 spots available.
Give it a Spin: Wheel Throwing
(Two Part Workshop)
Watch a demo from our instructor, then try your own hand at throwing 2-4 pieces. If you choose not to keep your pieces, we will recycle the clay. If you choose to keep the pieces, pay $20 at the end of the first class to come back for the glaze session the following week!
$35 per person for throwing + $20 extra for glazing and firing (optional)
with Kylee Adams
Fridays // 6-8:30pm (Throw on first date, glaze on second date):
- May 8 + 15 - FULL
- June 12 + 19 - 3 spots left
- July 10 + 17 - 2 spots left
- August 14 + 21
Saturdays // 6-8:30pm (Throw on first date, glaze on second date):
- May 9 + 16 - FULL
Double Thrown Bowls with Jessi Tucci
Tuesdays, May 12+19 // 6-8:30pm
$60 ACB Members or $70 Non-Members includes all clay, firings, and glaze
Learn how to throw 2 bowls on the pottery wheel. Cut and score them together to create a unique 2 part dish. Second class will be for glazing.
Limited to 6 students. Registration closes May 10, 2026.
Embroidery Clothing Embellishments with Christine Williamson
Saturday, May 16 // 10am-12pm
Embroidery isn’t just for pillowcases and dresser scarves of times gone by.
Embroidered jeans hems and pockets are all the rage today. It can even be used to fix holes and stains in clothing. Don’t ditch it, stitch it! You will be guided through a few easy stitches that can be combined to create many pretty and fun designs to spice up your clothing.
Limited to 10 students. Registration closes May 14, 2026.
Clay Beads with Jessi Tucci
Tuesday, May 26 // 6-8:30pm
$40 ACB Members or $50 Non-Members includes all clay, firings, and glaze
Look at clay in a small form. Come learn how to make raw, decorative beads out of clay. Texture and design will be shown in depth. Hole size and smooth edges will be a main focus. Note; these beads will be raw clay tarnished with an oxide to turn them a variation of red/brown and really enhance the texture. These can be used any way the students want, once fired.
Limited to 8 students. Registration closes May 24, 2026.
Handbuilt Sgraffito Bowls with Kylee Adams
Thursday, June 25 // 6-8:30pm
$40 ACB Members or $50 Non-Members includes all clay, firings, and glaze
Handbuild your own bowl, then scratch in your design!
Limited to 8 students. Registration closes June 22, 2026.
Stained Glass Pottery Wall Hanging with Kylee Adams
Thurs, July 23 // 6-8:30pm
$40 ACB Members or $50 Non-Members includes all clay, firings, and glaze
Roll out your slab, pick a design, glaze and care your stained glass pottery. They will be clear glazed when finished.
Limited to 8 students. Registration closes July 20, 2026.
Ceramic Flower Bouquet - Adult & Child with Kylee Adams
Thurs, August 6 // 4-6:30pm
$40 ACB Members or $50 Non-Members includes all clay, firings, and glaze
Make a flower bouquet out of clay. A dozen flowers or succulents. Child must be enrolled for Grade 3 or up in Fall 2026.
Limited to 5 parent/child pairs. Registration closes August 3, 2026.
Monthly Members Only DIY Group
2026 Schedule:
May 12 | Light Bulb Bugs
June 9 |Alcohol Ink on tiles
July 14 | Wet fiber felting
Aug 11 | Zentangle
Sept 8 | Branch weaving
Oct 13 | Leaf Stamping with acrylic paint
Nov 10 | 5”x7” Stained Glass Mosaic
Dec 8 | Holiday card diorama
The Dabblers try out various mediums and projects in both the arts and crafts. These two hour sessions are led by group members who have some expertise or experience to share. The goal is not to always finish a specific project but to get exposure to something new and to be with others in art and creativity. This group meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 7-9PM and there is a $10 fee for supplies.
Please call 319.754.8069 by the Saturday before to reserve a space.
May 12 | Light Bulb Bug
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, May 12
🕖 Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Art Center of Burlington
💲 Cost: $10 for ACB members
📞 RSVP: Pre-registration only by Saturday, May 9. Register online here.
Come dabble with us and make something beautiful!
