Professional Practices for Emerging Artists with Jane Skafte

The Arts Center in Orange 129 East Main Street, Orange, VA

Are you ready to take your art beyond the studio and begin presenting yourself professionally? This workshop is designed for emerging artists who want to build the tools and confidence needed to apply for exhibitions, approach galleries, and participate in juried shows. We’ll explore the essential materials every artist needs, including a strong artist statement, […]

$45

Opening Reception: Side by Side By Lou Messa & Del Compton

The Arts Center in Orange 129 East Main Street, Orange, VA

Join us for the free opening reception of Side by Side. Light refreshments will be provided. This is a free public event. The exhibition will be on display until October 31st.

Opening Reception: Wool Gatherer By: Emily McDonald

The Arts Center in Orange 129 East Main Street, Orange, VA

Join us for the free opening reception of Wool Gatherer. Light refreshments will be provided. This is a free public event. The exhibition will be on display until November 28th.

Beginner Ceramics with Phillip Strauss | 6 Week Class

The Arts Center in Orange 129 East Main Street, Orange, VA

This 6-week beginner wheel-throwing class is designed for students with little to no prior experience. Held at The Art Center’s public studio in Orange, the class introduces the fundamentals of making ceramics on the potter’s wheel in a shared studio environment. Students will learn essential wheel-throwing skills, including centering, pulling walls, trimming, and forming functional […]

$240

Fun with Oils with Kathleen Hutter with Classroom The Arts Center in Orange

The Arts Center in Orange 129 East Main Street, Orange, VA

For centuries, artists have been drawn to oil paint for its richness, luminosity, and remarkable versatility. In this four-week beginner course, you’ll discover why this timeless medium remains one of the most beloved ways to paint. Designed for students with little or no prior experience, this class provides a welcoming introduction to the materials, techniques, […]

Beginner Ceramics with Phillip Strauss | 6 Week Class

The Arts Center in Orange 129 East Main Street, Orange, VA

This 6-week beginner wheel-throwing class is designed for students with little to no prior experience. Held at The Art Center’s public studio in Orange, the class introduces the fundamentals of making ceramics on the potter’s wheel in a shared studio environment. Students will learn essential wheel-throwing skills, including centering, pulling walls, trimming, and forming functional […]

$240

Paint & Sip with Sigrid Eilertson at The Arts Center in Orange

The Arts Center in Orange 129 East Main Street, Orange, VA

It’s the painting class with cocktails. This is a fun solo or date-night outing, or the perfect reason to grab your friends and make it a party. The price includes all your materials (canvas, paints, brushes, easel, apron, and artist ruler), one complimentary glass of wine, and 2.5 hours of step-by-step instruction from a professional […]

Fundamentals of Figure Drawing, with Live model with Teresa Duke at The Arts Center in Orange

The Arts Center in Orange 129 East Main Street, Orange, VA

This class focuses on the fundamentals of figure drawing, with an emphasis on developing a greater awareness of line, shape, form, texture, value, proportion, and composition. Students will learn to draw accurately from observation—developing the ability to see like an artist—while gaining practical skills in comparing, measuring, and understanding the principles of proportion. The course […]

Together in Sound: A Crystal Bowl Sound Bath Experience with Leslie Chisnell at The Arts Center in O …

The Arts Center in Orange 129 East Main Street, Orange, VA

A custom group crystal bowl sound bath blends breath work, intention setting, and sound to create a shared relaxation experience where participants are immersed in the soothing tones of crystal singing bowls. The harmonic vibrations support nervous system regulation, energetic balance, and deep rest in a calm, low-light environment. This work supports people experiencing stress, […]