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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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Fall 2024 Classes
Youth Classes
Family Open Studio
Looking for a place where you can do art with the children you care for? Family Open Studio will give attendees the opportunity to create their own artwork and crafts! Experiment with an array of different art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. (An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult.) Supplies will be available to let your creative imagination run wild!
Recommended children’s age: 5-adult
Price: $15 per person/attendee
Adult attendance required
(No pre-registration required, pay when you arrive)
Fridays, two time slots:
3:00-4:30 pm, & 5:00-6:30pm
September Dates: 9/27
October Dates: 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25
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November Dates: 11/8, 11/15, 11/22
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December Dates: 12/6, 12/13
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Painting & Drawing for Kids
What do many artists have in common? Find out in this weekly class. Students will develop art skills and a portfolio through play, practice, experiments and investigation. Learn the painting and drawing habits artists use every day to get their work out of their heads and into the world. Each session is a new combination of art projects. (Materials included)
AGES 6-8
Price: $170
Tuesdays, 3:30-4:45 pm
Session 1: 9/24-10/22
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Session 2: 11/5-12/10 no class 11/26
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Wednesdays, 3:30-4:45 pm
Session 1: 9/25-10/23
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Session 2: 11/6-12/11 no class 11/27
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AGES 9-12
Price: $170
Tuesdays, 5:15-6:30 pm
Session 1: 9/24-10/22
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Session 2: 11/5-12/10 no class 11/26
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Wednesdays, 5:15-6:30 pm
Session 1: 9/25-10/23
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Session 2: 11/6-12/11 no class 11/27
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Thursdays, 3:30-4:45 pm
Session 1: 9/26-10/24
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Session 2: 11/7-12/12 no class 11/28
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Ceramics for Kids: Handbuilding
How do artists get ideas? Find out in this weekly clay class. Students will develop handbuilding skills that lead to inspiration and investigation. Learn the habits and mindset artists use every day to brainstorm and discover ideas for their art. (Materials included)
AGES KINDER 5-6
Price: $157
Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 pm
Session 1: 9/24-10/22
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Session 2: 11/5-12/10 no class 11/26
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AGES 6-8
Price: $190
Wednesdays, 3:30-4:45 pm
Session 2: 11/6-12/11 no class 11/27
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AGES 7-9
Price: $190
Wednesdays, 3:30-4:45 pm
Session 1: 9/25-10/23
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Wednesdays, 5:15-6:30 pm
Session 1: 9/25-10/23
CANCELED
AGES 9-12
Price: $190
Session 2: 11/6-12/11 no class 11/27
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AGES 10-13
Price: $190
Tuesdays, 5:00-6:30 pm
Session 1: 9/24-10/22
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Session 2: 11/5-12/10 no class 11/26
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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: 9/25-10/23
CANCELED
Session 2: 11/6-12/11 no class 11/27
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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 2: 11/5-12/10 no class 11/26
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Thursdays, 3:45-5:45 pm
Session 1: 9/26-10/24
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Session 2: 11/7-12/12 no class 11/28
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Teen Art Club
Come hang out in a creative and collaborative space to make art! This club is BYOS (Bring Your Own Sketchbook). Limited art supplies and snacks will be provided, and teens are welcome to bring their own.
AGES 13-17
Price: $85
Thursdays, 5:00-7:00 pm
Session 1: 9/26-10/24
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Session 2: 11/7-12/12 no class 11/28
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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: 9/25-10/23
CANCELED
Session 2: 11/6-12/11 no class 11/27
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Adult Classes
Family Open Studio
Looking for a place where you can do art with the children you care for? Family Open Studio will give attendees the opportunity to create their own artwork and crafts! Experiment with an array of different art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. (An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult.) Supplies will be available to let your creative imagination run wild!
Recommended children’s age: 5-adult
Price: $15 per person/attendee
Adult attendance required
(No pre-registration required, pay when you arrive)
Fridays, two time slots:
3:00-4:30 pm, & 5:00-6:30pm
September Dates: 9/27
October Dates: 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25
REGISTER NOW
November Dates: 11/8, 11/15, 11/22
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December Dates: 12/6, 12/13
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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. (Some materials included, suggested additional materials list will be provided.)
AGES 18+
Price: $230
Tuesdays, 12:30-2:30 pm
Session 1: 9/24-10/22
CANCELED
Session 2: 11/5-12/10 no class 11/26
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Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm
Session 1: 9/25-10/23
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Session 2: 11/6-12/11 no class 11/27
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Thursdays, 12:30-2:30 pm
Session 1: 9/26-10/24
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Session 2: 11/7-12/12 no class 11/28
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Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 pm
Session 1: 9/26-10/24
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Session 2: 11/7-12/12 no class 11/28
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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: 9/25-10/23
CANCELED
Session 2: 11/6-12/11 no class 11/27
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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
Tuesdays, 3:00-5:00 pm
Wednesdays, 3:00-5:00 pm
Fridays, 12:30-2:30 pm, 2:30-4:30 pm, 4:30-6:30 pm
September Dates: 9/24, 9/25, 9/27
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October Dates: 10/1, 10/2, 10/4, 10/8, 10/9, 10/11, 10/15, 10/16, 10/18, 10/22, 10/23, 10/25
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November Dates: 11/6, 11/8, 11/13, 11/15, 11/20, 11/22
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December Dates: 12/4, 12/6, 12/11, 12/13
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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