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HOLIDAY SHOWS

Give the Gift of Art

BATTLE OF THE BRUSHES

Grand Finale Reveal

November 23, 2024, at 6:00

The art projects will be revealed on November 23rd at the Grand Finale Reveal party! There will be a live auction, DJ, Food, Open Bar, & More. $120 - Get your tickets now!

ANNUAL MEETING

November 7th at 4:00pm

at the Visual Arts Center

Members Invited

REGISTER FOR CLASSES

MAKE & TAKE ART SOCIALS

 Join us whether you have never been creative before or you're a pro. Enjoy taking part in our art and drink adventures, hosted by talented instructors who will take you step-by-step through the process of creating your own masterpiece to take home that night.

$45 -$55 price includes all supplies, snack, and drink. (Non-Alcoholic beverages available)

HOLIDAY ART!

Fun Art Socials for Kids

Join us every Saturday in December from 10:00am to 12:00pm for a festive series of art activities designed just for kids ages 8-12! Each session is $45 and brings a new creative project to spark imagination, build skills, and celebrate the season with fun, hands-on art experiences.

December 7th - Treasure Chest Creations for Kids!

Kids will craft their own unique treasure chest, perfect for storing keepsakes

or giving as a special holiday gift.

December 14th - Fake Cake Fun - Decorating for Kids!

Dive into the world of dessert art with a fun 'cake' decorating project. These "cakes" may look delicious, but they're for display only! 

December 21st - Festive Fun - Make Your Own Game Board!

Students will create a personalized boardgame from scratch, a holiday keepsake to enjoy with family & friends! 

December 28th - Cheers to the New Year - Kids' Paint Party!

Ring in the New Year with a paint party! Kids will create their own celebratory masterpiece to kick off 2025 with color and creativity! 

Open Studios

Portrait Open Studio

Thursday, 9:00am - 12:00pm

HOGS & DOGS - GIVING TUESDAY

Save the Date - December 3, 2024

IN THE GALLERIES

Through November 8th - Expressions of Gratitude

Through November 8th - Student Showcase

Through November 8th - Seagrape Gallery Artists

November 7 - December 28 - Holidays in the Hall

November 14 - December 28 - Holiday Showcase under $200

*Open to the Public, FREE TO VIEW, admire, and purchase the stunning artworks by our exhibiting artists, on display at the Visual Arts Center.

Winners Announced "Expressions of Gratitude"

Congratulations to all the participating Artists!

Gift Shop Artist of the Month

CALENDAR of UPCOMING EVENTS

November 2, 2024 -MARKET DAY AT THE VAC - 10am - 3pm

November 7, 2024 - Holiday in the Halls Sale Opens

November 7,2024 - Annual Meeting Visual Arts Center 4:00pm

November 8, 2024 - Expressions of Gratitude exhibit closes in Main gallery

November 8, 2024 - The Student Show exhibit closes in Goff Gallery

November 14, 2024 - Holiday Showcase under $200 Sale Opens

November 23, 2024 - Grand Finale Reveal Battle of the Brushes - 6:00pm

November 30, 2024 - Small Business Saturday 10:00 - 2:00

December 3, 2024 - Hogs & Dogs Giving Tuesday

December 3, 2024 - Ugly Sweater Reception & Recovery Through Art Sale

Amazon Wish List

Shop and help the Visual Arts Center.

Click the link to Amazon and see the list of things the VAC could use

including office supplies, gift shop bags, water cooler, fans, and more.

Please remember to include

The Visual Arts Center in your estate planning.

The Visual Arts Center's Mission is to Inspire, Explore, Create and Promote the Arts in Southwest Florida. We rely on donations to keep our facilities open and provide state-of-the-art programs.