Upcoming Classes

Art Classes in Downtown Ann Arbor 

Spend a day or evening in downtown Ann Arbor! View upcoming A2AC classes featuring:

Drawing, Painting, Watercolor, Ceramics, Jewelry, Printmaking, Textiles, 3D Printing, Laser Engraving, Digital art, and more!

We offer art classes for youth, teens, and adults at both beginner and advanced skill levels.

  • Art class lengths vary and commonly include 1-day, 4-week, and 8-week art class options.
  • Upcoming art classes and workshops at the A2AC range between $35 to $325.
  • Please read the course summary to see if art supplies are included or if students must bring their own art materials.

Education Updates

We do not currently offer A2AC Gift Certificates but continue to offer the opportunity to directly purchase a class or workshop for a friend, coworker or loved one as a gift.

To purchase a class or workshop as a gift for someone:

1. Please visit A2AC | Upcoming Classes and select the class in which you’d like to give. 

2. Please enter the contact information of the participant or the recipient of the gift. 

3. Once payment is submitted, you will be given the option to send the receipt to a different email address. Please enter your email address for this step.

For assistance with registration or to apply a existing Gift Certificate towards a class or to use a credit issued before October 27, 2023, please Contact the Education Team.

About Camp & Class Manager registration system Read FAQ.



Space is still available in several Spring Term Workshops, which are also listed below. Registration for those workshops is currently active. Reserve your spot here!


Summer Term Art Classes


  • Paint Like Bob Ross with Ted Simpson

    Paint Like Bob Ross with Ted Simpson

    September 5
    Friday, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
    Instructor: Ted Simpson
    Ages 18+

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  • The Story of Now: A Drawing Experience

    The Story of Now: A Drawing Experience

    September 5
    Friday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
    Instructor: Sarah Nisbett
    Ages 18+

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  • Brush Strokes in Bloom with Birddog Flower Farm

    Brush Strokes in Bloom with Birddog Flower Farm

    September 6
    Saturday, 10:00am – 1:00pm
    Instructor: Tricia Hampo
    Ages 16+

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  • Masterclass: Watercolor Glaze Technique

    Masterclass: Watercolor Glaze Technique

    August 1
    Friday, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
    Instructor: Amanda Bialk
    Ages 18+

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  • Polymer Clay Magnets

    Polymer Clay Magnets

    August 8
    Friday, 6:00pm – 8:30pm
    Instructor: Chloe Robberts
    Ages 16+

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  • Clay Together | Session 2 | Ages 5+

    Clay Together | Session 2 | Ages 5+

    July 27 to August 17
    Sundays, 9:30am – 11:00am
    Instructor: Faith Nesbitt
    Ages 5+

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  • Eco Art: Botanical Dye Making

    Eco Art: Botanical Dye Making

    July 26
    Saturday, 10:00am – 1:00pm
    Instructor: Ashley Gadway
    Ages 18+

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  • Eco Art: Paper Portraits

    Eco Art: Paper Portraits

    August 15
    Friday, 5:00pm – 7:00pm
    Instructor: Lainey Queen
    Ages 18+

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  • Silver Monogrammed Pendant

    Silver Monogrammed Pendant

    August 15
    Friday, 5:00pm – 8:00pm
    Instructor: Dave Dziedzic
    Ages 18+

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  • Date Night: Give It a Whirl | Ages 21+

    Date Night: Give It a Whirl | Ages 21+

    August 15
    Friday, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
    Instructor: Deanne Neiburger
    Ages 21+

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  • Family Friday: Painted Bowls

    Family Friday: Painted Bowls

    August 15
    Friday, 5:00pm – 6:30pm
    Instructor: Maggie Stansley
    Ages 5+

     

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  • Simple Rings

    Simple Rings

    August 8
    Friday, 5:00pm-9:00pm
    Instructor: Dave Dziedzic
    Ages 18+

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  • Print & Play: Building Block Printmaking

    Print & Play: Building Block Printmaking

    August 8
    Friday, 5:00pm – 7:00pm
    Instructor: Chelsea O’Hayer
    Ages 5+

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  • Clay Wall Pocket Vases

    Clay Wall Pocket Vases

    August 8
    Friday, 6:30pm – 9:00pm
    Instructor: Dexter Wolf
    Ages 18+

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  • Family Friday: Painted Fruit Plates

    Family Friday: Painted Fruit Plates

    August 8
    Friday, 5:00pm – 6:30pm
    Instructor: Lainey Queen
    Ages 5+

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  • Sip & Paint | Wild Mushrooms | Ages 21+

    Sip & Paint | Wild Mushrooms | Ages 21+

    August 1
    Friday, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
    Instructor: Andrea Lozano
    Ages 21+

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  • Jar of Art | Mini Aquariums

    Jar of Art | Mini Aquariums

    August 1
    Friday, 5:00pm – 7:00pm
    Instructor: Chloe Robberts
    Ages 7+

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  • Eco Art: Silver Botanicals

    Eco Art: Silver Botanicals

    July 25
    Friday, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
    Instructor: Kyle Lee
    Ages 18+

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  • Date Night: Give It a Whirl | Ages 21+

    Date Night: Give It a Whirl | Ages 21+

    July 25
    Friday, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
    Instructor: Amanda Bialk
    Ages 21+

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  • Paper Flower Workshop

    Paper Flower Workshop

    July 25
    Friday, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
    Instructor: Nora Fradin
    Ages 18+

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  • Independent Studio: Ceramics | At Home

    Independent Studio: Ceramics | At Home

    Begins Saturday, June 28, 2025
    Ends Sunday, August 24, 2025
    No Instructor
    Ages 18+

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  • Independent Jewelry Studio- 26 Hour Pass

    Independent Jewelry Studio- 26 Hour Pass

    Begins Sunday, June 28, 2025
    Ends Sunday, August 24, 2025
    No Instructor
    Ages 18+

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  • Independent Studio: Ceramics

    Independent Studio: Ceramics

    Begins Saturday, June 28, 2025
    Ends Sunday, August 24, 2025
    No Instructor
    Ages 18+

     

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