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!

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 $15 at the end of the first class to come back for the glaze session the following week!

$35 per person for throwing + $15 extra for glazing and firing (optional)

$35 ACB Member or $45 Non-Member

Adult Class

Acrylics are a versatile medium that can provide endless possibilities for expressing your creativity. Learn various techniques, color mixing, brush strokes, and composition, all while being guided by an expert instructor. We provide a relaxing atmosphere for you to unwind and get creative.

• Tuesday, May 7 // 6-8pm // Butterfly
• Tuesday, June 4 // 6-8pm // Abstract Flowers
• Tuesday, July 2 // 6-8pm // Paint on fabric, bring in a pair of jeans to use as your canvas!

$50 ACB Member or $60 Non-Member includes supplies + light brunch charcuterie boards

Students will create a 7x9" painting. Beginners welcome, drawing skills are not required. Attendees are welcome to bring their own paints and brushes, but it isn’t necessary as ACB will be providing all supplies necessary.

Rebecca Vorkapich will be demonstrating each of the paintings in steps showing the wet-on-wet technique for soft edges, wet-on-dry for details, splattering for texture and the use of gouache for fine highlights.

$100 ACB Member or $110 Non-Member

Great class for both beginners and intermediates. Work on both handbuilding and wheel techniques.  Students will make individual pieces of their choice such as planters, vases, mugs, etc. 

$35 ACB Member or $45 Non-Member

Make a flower pot for mom or bring her along and make one for you too!  We will use a mold for the lower portion and coils on the top.  Add your own decorations!

$60 ACB Member or $70 Non-Member includes supplies you will take home!

Adult Class

Join us for 3 cozy Saturday mornings and learn how to crochet! Pick your starter project: adorable hand towels, a stylish bandana, or charming flower coasters. We've got all the supplies covered, so you can hook, loop, and twirl your way to crafty bliss! Keep the supplies at the end of class so you can continue to create!

$45 ACB Member or $55 Non-Member

Adult Class + Teen Friendly

Display your jewelry with style! Hand make both a clay earring holder and ring stand. This class is great for beginners.

$95 ACB Members or $105 Non-Members

Adult Class + Teen Friendly

Spend the first 3 classes learning slab and mold technique, coil technique, and wheel skills. The next 2 classes students can choose their building option. The last session will focus on glazing, and your pots will be fired and ready for pickup two to three weeks after the final class.

$95 ACB Member or $105 Non-Member

Adult Class + Teen Friendly

These classes are perfect for anyone, as no prior experience is necessary. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your basic skills or improve more advanced techniques, you'll be able to create between 10-20 pots and learn various finishing methods. The last session will focus on glazing, and your pots will be fired and ready for pickup two to three weeks after the final class.

$35 ACB Member or $45 Non-Member

Teen and Adults

Monoprinting with a gelli plate is a simple and inexpensive method of printmaking! The gelli plate is reusable but only makes one print per use. Jessica Kirby will demo first and then the sky’s the limit for your own exploration!    

$75 ACB Members or $85 Non-Members

Teen 12+ and Adults (parents must attend firing with teen)

Meet at ACB to create in any style as you want: handbuilding or wheel, even sculpture during the first session! Second session: meet off site for an outdoor firing experience! 

Raku: must have closed toe shoes, jeans and a long sleeve denim or nonflammable jacket if they want to participate in the firing process. Bring sunglasses and hair must be pulled back. They do not have to participate and can watch if they want to. It's a 4-5hr process so bring drinks, snacks/lunch and company if they would like. (1 person per enrolled student and only to firing day not the wet clay class)

$35 ACB Members or $45 Non-Members

Adults only

Sculpt the human form!

$40 ACB Members or $50 Non-Members

Adults + Teen Friendly

Sakiori comes from the Japanese words ‘saki’ for rag and ‘oru’ for weaving. It is an old traditional form of weaving to produce sturdy cloth, historically used for work clothing. Today, Sakiori can be appreciated for its ecological impact and for its fun colorful and textured character.

$25 ACB Members or $35 Non-Members 

Intrigued about the enchanting world of stained glass? Dive into this fantastic workshop to dip your toes in! Craft your own design using glass chips, adhering them onto a glass panel to fashion a truly distinctive piece of glass artwork. Your creations will undergo firing and will be ready for pick up afterward. You can opt to showcase your masterpiece on a petite acrylic easel or attach wire backing for easy hanging. No prior glass experience necessary—all materials will be supplied. 

$75 ACB Members or $85 Non-Members

Teen 12+ and Adults (parents must attend firing with teen)

First session will meet with Jessi at the Art Center to throw some candle forms. Second week we will meet off site at Ryan's house to do a raku fire. Once the work is fired, Ryan will walk everyone through mixing and pouring candles.

Raku: must have closed toe shoes, jeans and a long sleeve denim or nonflammable jacket if you want to participate in the firing process. Bring sunglasses and hair must be pulled back. You do not have to participate and can watch if you want to. It's a 4-5hr process so bring drinks, snacks/lunch and company if you'd like. (1 person per enrolled student and only to firing day not the wet clay class)

$35 ACB Members or $45 Non-Members

Adults and Teens 12+ (with an adult)

Create a slab bowl and alter it into a spiral tray with built -in dipping spot. How to build as well as shape options will be demonstrated. You will have a chance to decorate them with colors by the end of class.

$15 ACB Members or $25 Non-Members

Adults only!

Flip through magazines from 1960s-modern day to create a story, character, or just thought out imagery in collage form. 

May 14 - Texture painting

June 11 - Acrylic negative painting

July 9 - Reverse tie dye

August 13 - Tissue paper art on glass

Sept 10 - Fabric collage scenes

Oct 8 - Small macrame piece 

Nov 12 - Cornhusk dolls

Dec 10 - Drawing magical creatures and fairies

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 $5 fee for supplies.

Please call 319.754.8069 by the Saturday before to reserve a space. 

301 Jefferson Street
Burlington, Iowa 52601
319-754-8069

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