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About Our Organization
We believe that all children in California should have access to an Arts education that develops essential life skills.
Through artistic practice at the Davis Arts Center, students will develop a strong work ethic and a respect for materials, process, and subject. Students will be part of a creative community that celebrates the power and reward of close examination of our world, a willingness to engage in self-discovery, flexibility in the face of challenges, and a sense of joy in achievement.
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Winter 2025 Classes
Youth Classes
Art Explorers: Family Open Studio
Looking for a space where you, your family, and even friends can have fun with art and creativity? Drop in at our Art Explorers: Family Open Studio! Explore an array of different art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. Supplies will be available to let your creative imagination run wild, but you are welcome to bring your own! (An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult.)
Art Explorers: Family Open Studio is FREE every second Friday for ArtAbout.
All ages
Price: $5 per attendee
Fridays, 5:00-7:00 pm
January dates:Â
1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31
February dates:
2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28
REGISTER NOW
Teen Classes
Adult Classes
Ceramics Open Studio
Are you an experienced potter or currently enrolled in a Davis Arts Center ceramics class and want studio time? Register for Ceramics Open Studio to practice and develop wheel throwing skills. This is not an introductory class. Price includes 2-hours of studio time, access to the wheel, tools and materials.
AGES 18+
Price: $25
Wednesdays, 3:00-5:00 pm
Fridays, 12:30-2:30 pm, 2:30-4:30 pm, 4:30-6:30 pm
January Dates: 1/24, 1/29, 1/31
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February Dates: 2/5, 2/7, 2/12, 2/14, 2/19, 2/21
Art Explorers: Family Open Studio
Looking for a space where you, your family, and even friends can have fun with art and creativity? Drop in at our Art Explorers: Family Open Studio! Explore an array of different art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. Supplies will be available to let your creative imagination run wild, but you are welcome to bring your own! (An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult.)
Art Explorers: Family Open Studio is FREE every second Friday for ArtAbout.
All ages
Price: $5 per attendee
Fridays, 5:00-7:00 pm
January dates:Â
1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31
February dates:
2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28
REGISTER NOW
Workshops
Spring 2025 Classes
 🌸 SPRING PROMOTION 🌸
Receive 10% off spring class registrations made between now and March 8th!
Youth Classes
Art Explorers: Spring into Art Camp
Let’s make art! Join us for art adventures, friendship, and fun during Spring Break. Register for a variety of themed days exploring sculpture, painting, drawing, and mixed media, led by our amazing team of Teaching Artists. Davis Arts Center staff will guide campers in fun camp activities and outdoor play. All materials are provided, just bring a water bottle, snack, sunscreen and your creativity!
AGES 6-12
Price: $75/day
Times: 9:00am-1:00 pm
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Monday, March 24
Tuesday, March 25
Wednesday, March 26
Thursday, March 27
Friday, March 28
Art Explorers: Creative Kids
Embark on an exciting adventure of creativity in Art Explorers! This dynamic, hands-on class invites young artists to explore a wide range of art materials and techniques, from painting and drawing to collage and printmaking. Over the course of five weeks, young artists will be encouraged to learn and experiment, developing a sense of self-expression and a final art portfolio!
Each session offers different projects and techniques.
AGES 6-8
Price: $170
Tuesdays, 3:30-4:45 pm
Session 1: 3/4-4/8 no class 3/25
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Session 2: 4/22-5/20
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Wednesdays, 3:30-4:45 pm
Session 1: 3/5-4/9 no class 3/26
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Session 2: 4/23-5/21
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AGES 9-12
Price: $170
Wednesdays, 5:15-6:30 pm
Session 1: 3/5-4/9 no class 3/26
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Session 2: 4/23-5/21
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Thursdays, 3:30-4:45 pm
Session 1: 3/6-4/10 no class 3/27
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Session 2: 4/24-5/22
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art explorers: Creative Clay for Kids
Get your hands dirty in this fun and creative weekly clay class! Over the course of 5-weeks, young artists will explore various clay techniques to bring their unique clay creations to life. Young artists will have the opportunity to learn about the entire clay process, from shaping the clay, to glazing and kiln firing. As they learn about the clay process, they will be amazed at how their final pieces turn out! This class can be taken multiple times as no two classes are alike. (Materials included)
AGES KINDER 5-6
Price: $157
Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 pm
Session 1: 3/4-4/8 no class 3/25
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Session 2: 4/22-5/20
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AGES 6-8
Price: $190
Wednesdays, 3:30-4:45 pm
Session 1: 3/5-4/9 no class 3/26
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Session 2: 4/23-5/21
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AGES 9-13
Price: $190
Tuesdays, 5:00-6:30 pm
Session 1: 3/4-4/8 no class 3/25
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/22-5/20
REGISTER NOW
Wednesdays, 5:00-6:30 pm
Session 1: 3/5-4/9 no class 3/26
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/23-5/21
REGISTER NOW
Weaving for All Ages
An individualized weaving class for all ages and skill levels. Beginners learn to produce simple weaving projects while becoming familiar with basic weaving terminology and techniques. More experienced students will work at perfecting their technique, using more complex looms and patterns with less step-by-step direction. Since there are many items to be made, classes may be taken more than once. Taught by Verena Borton. (Materials included)
AGES 9-Adult
Price: $370
Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm
Session 1: 3/5-4/9 no class 3/26
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/23-5/21
REGISTER NOW
Art Explorers: Family Open Studio
Looking for a space where you, your family, and even friends can have fun with art and creativity? Drop in at our Art Explorers: Family Open Studio! Explore an array of different art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. Supplies will be available to let your creative imagination run wild, but you are welcome to bring your own! (An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult.)
Art Explorers: Family Open Studio is FREE every second Friday for ArtAbout.
All ages
Price: $5 per attendee
Fridays, 5:00-7:00 pm
March dates:
3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28
April dates:
4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25
May dates:
5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30
Teen Classes
Ceramics for Teens: Wheel Throwing
Ever want to try your hand at the potter’s wheel? Learn the basic techniques of wheel throwing, learning to produce basic projects while becoming familiar with the terminology and techniques of clay. The small class size allows for personal attention from the instructor to foster success. This is an introductory wheel class, designed for students unfamiliar with wheel throwing. (Materials included)
AGES 14-17
Price: $230
Tuesdays, 3:45-5:45 pm
Session 1: 3/4-4/8 no class 3/25
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/22-5/20
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Thursdays, 3:45-5:45 pm
Session 1: 3/6-4/10 no class 3/27
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/24-5/22
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Teen Art Club
Calling all teens – come hang out and explore your creativity by joining the Teen Art Club! Members will meet every Thursday in our Community Art Studio, where there are plenty of art materials to choose from. Snacks will be provided, and members are encouraged to bring their own sketchbook. Members can arrive and leave anytime between 5pm-7pm.
AGES 13-17
Thursdays, 5:00-7:00 pm
Price: $68
March Dates:
3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27
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Price: $68
April Dates:
4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24
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Price: $85
May Dates:
5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29
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Intermediate Wheel Throwing
Looking to develop your wheel throwing skills further? Expand your skills and produce basic to intermediate shapes ranging from plates, mugs, teapots, and other creative projects under the guidance of the instructor. The small class size allows for personal attention from the instructor to foster success. This is a continuing class for students who have taken a wheel throwing class in the past year.
AGES 14-Adult
Price: $230
Saturdays, 4:00-6:00 pm
Session 1: 3/8-4/12 no class 3/29
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/26-5/24
REGISTER NOW
Weaving for All Ages
An individualized weaving class for all ages and skill levels. Beginners learn to produce simple weaving projects while becoming familiar with basic weaving terminology and techniques. More experienced students will work at perfecting their technique, using more complex looms and patterns with less step-by-step direction. Since there are many items to be made, classes may be taken more than once. Taught by Verena Borton. (Materials included)
AGES 9-Adult
Price: $370
Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm
Session 1: 3/5-4/9 no class 3/26
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/23-5/21
REGISTER NOW
Art Explorers: Family Open Studio
Looking for a space where you, your family, and even friends can have fun with art and creativity? Drop in at our Art Explorers: Family Open Studio! Explore an array of different art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. Supplies will be available to let your creative imagination run wild, but you are welcome to bring your own! (An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult.)
Art Explorers: Family Open Studio is FREE every second Friday for ArtAbout.
All ages
Price: $5 per attendee
Fridays, 5:00-7:00 pm
March dates:
3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28
April dates:
4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25
May dates:
5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30
Arts & Crafts Corner (Adults and Teens Only!)
Have an art project you want to work on, but don’t have the space or materials? Just want to exercise your creative muscles? Craft and create at your own pace in our adults-and-teens-only Arts & Crafts Corner! Held in our Community Art Studio, this open studio session offers plenty of space and art materials to work with; attendees are also welcome to bring their own materials (no hazardous or strongly odored materials).
A staff member will be available for any questions or assistance.
Ages 13+
Price: $10 per attendee
Fridays, 2:30-4:30 pm
March dates:
3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28
April dates:
4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25
May dates:
5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30
Adult Classes
Adult Wheel Throwing
Ever want to try your hand at the potter’s wheel? Learn the basic techniques of wheel throwing or expand your skills and produce basic projects while becoming familiar with the terminology and techniques of clay. The small class size allows for personal attention from the instructor to foster success. This is an introductory to intermediate wheel class, designed for all students. (Materials included)
AGES 18+
Price: $230
Tuesdays, 12:30-2:30 pm
Session 1: 3/4-4/8 no class 3/25
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/22-5/20
REGISTER NOW
Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm
Session 1: 3/4-4/8 no class 3/25
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/22-5/20
REGISTER NOW
Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm
Session 1: 3/5-4/9 no class 3/26
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/23-5/21
REGISTER NOW
Thursdays, 12:30-2:30 pm
Session 1: 3/6-4/10 no class 3/27
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/24-5/22
REGISTER NOW
Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 pm
Session 1: 3/6-4/10 no class 3/27
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/24-5/22
REGISTER NOW
Saturdays, 6:30-8:30 pm
Session 1: 3/8-4/12 no class 3/29
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/26-5/24
REGISTER NOW
intermediate Wheel Throwing
Looking to develop your wheel throwing skills further? Expand your skills and produce basic to intermediate shapes ranging from plates, mugs, teapots, and other creative projects under the guidance of the instructor. The small class size allows for personal attention from the instructor to foster success. This is a continuing class for students who have taken a wheel throwing class in the past year.
AGES 14-Adult
Price: $230
Saturdays, 4:00-6:00 pm
Session 1: 3/8-4/12 no class 3/29
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/26-5/24
REGISTER NOW
Ceramics Open Studio
Are you an experienced potter or currently enrolled in a Davis Arts Center ceramics class and want studio time? Register for Ceramics Open Studio to practice and develop wheel throwing skills. This is not an introductory class. Price includes 2-hours of studio time, access to the wheel, tools and materials. Register for the monthly pass or individual classes.Â
AGES 18+
Monthly pass price: $100
Individual class price: $25
Wednesdays, 3:00-5:00 pm
Fridays, 12:30-2:30 pm, 2:30-4:30 pm, 4:30-6:30 pm
STAY TUNED
Art Explorers: Family Open Studio
Looking for a space where you, your family, and even friends can have fun with art and creativity? Drop in at our Art Explorers: Family Open Studio! Explore an array of different art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. Supplies will be available to let your creative imagination run wild, but you are welcome to bring your own! (An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult.)
Art Explorers: Family Open Studio is FREE every second Friday for ArtAbout.
All ages
Price: $5 per attendee
Fridays, 5:00-7:00 pm
March dates:
3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28
April dates:
4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25
May dates:
5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30
Arts & Crafts Corner (Adults and Teens Only!)
Have an art project you want to work on, but don’t have the space or materials? Just want to exercise your creative muscles? Craft and create at your own pace in our adults-and-teens-only Arts & Crafts Corner! Held in our Community Art Studio, this open studio session offers plenty of space and art materials to work with; attendees are also welcome to bring their own materials (no hazardous or strongly odored materials).
A staff member will be available for any questions or assistance.
Ages 13+
Price: $10 per attendee
Fridays, 2:30-4:30 pm
March dates:
3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28
April dates:
4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25
May dates:
5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30
Weaving for All Ages
An individualized weaving class for all ages and skill levels. Beginners learn to produce simple weaving projects while becoming familiar with basic weaving terminology and techniques. More experienced students will work at perfecting their technique, using more complex looms and patterns with less step-by-step direction. Since there are many items to be made, classes may be taken more than once. Taught by Verena Borton. (Materials included)
AGES 9-Adult
Price: $370
Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm
Session 1: 3/5-4/9 no class 3/26
REGISTER NOW
Session 2: 4/23-5/21
REGISTER NOW
Introduction to Printmaking - What a Relief!
Join this beginning class for an introduction to printmaking! This session will cover the very basics of relief printing using linoleum. A class set of materials will be provided, but students are welcome to bring their own (a materials list will be provided). This is a class designed for students unfamiliar with printmaking.
AGES 18+
Price: $200
Tuesdays, 5:00-6:30 pm
Session 1: 3/4-4/8 no class 3/25
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Session 2: 4/22-5/20
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Workshops
Wheel Throwing Boot Camp
Want to take your throwing to the next level? Join us for a hands-on workshop designed to refine your wheel throwing technique. Under the guidance of a professional potter, students will throw pots, cut them in half, and analyze each to identify areas of improvement. The focus is on skill-building, so students will leave with enhanced technique rather than finished pieces. Register for all three days or register for individual days. Open to beginners and people with prior wheel throwing experience. Materials will be provided. Bring a non-refrigerated lunch and a water bottle for breaks.
AGES 18+
Price: $115/day
Times: 11:00am-4:00pm
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Workshop dates:
Friday, March 28th
Saturday, March 29
Sunday, March 30
Summer 2025 Camps & Classes
Summer Camps
Art Explorers: All Day Summer arts camp
Let’s make art! Join us for a week of art adventures, friendship, and fun during Summer break. Explore ceramics, paper mache, painting, drawing, and mixed media, led by our amazing team of Teaching Artists. Camp Counselors will guide campers in fun camp activities and outdoor play. All materials are provided, just bring a water bottle, snack, sunscreen and your creativity! Click here for FAQs.
AGES 6-12
Price: $550/week
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-3:00 pm
Week 1: June 23-27 REGISTER
Week 2: July 7-11 REGISTER
Week 3: July 14-18 REGISTER
Week 4: July 21-25 REGISTER
Week 5: July 28-August 1 REGISTER
Week 6: August 4-8 REGISTER
Week 7: August 11-15 REGISTER
Teen Classes
Adult Classes
Workshops
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
Are scholarships available?
Yes, Davis Arts Center has scholarship opportunities! Please click on the form here. Send completed applications to office@davisartscenter.org