Upcoming Classes

Art Classes in Ann Arbor

Art Classes in Ann Arbor 

Discover the Ann Arbor Art Center (A2AC), a community staple for over a century, offering accessible art classes for beginners and experienced artists alike. Located in downtown Ann Arbor, A2AC offers year-round classes and workshops in drawing, painting, ceramics, jewelry-making, and more, catering to kids, teens, and adults.

Choose from single-day workshops for a quick creative outlet or four to eight-week sessions to hone your skills. Class prices range from $35 to $355, making it easy to explore your artistic interests. Whether you're looking to learn a new skill or simply need a creative escape, A2AC is a welcoming space that inspires people to reconnect with their artistic side.


Ceramics Classes in Ann Arbor

From wheel throwing to handbuilding, our ceramics classes focus on process, technique, and getting your hands dirty in a good way.


Drawing & Painting

From observational drawing to more expressive painting approaches, these classes cover the fundamentals and leave room for personal style to develop.


Jewelry-Making

Offering year-round class programming in our specialized studio for all skill levels, led by expert instructors, and providing open studio times for artists and jewelry makers to work independently.


Printmaking & Mixed Media

For those who like experimentation, layering, and a bit of unpredictability in the process.


Digital Art & ArtLab

Prefer working on a screen? Our digital and ArtLab classes explore tools and techniques in a maker-friendly studio environment that still feels hands-on.


Workshops

Not every art class requires a big time commitment. Join us for a night of clay making, figure drawing, card printing, or any number of low-stakes creative workshops. Bring your favorite person for a Date Night workshop or bring the little ones to a Family Friday age-accessible class. Enjoy stress-free creativity in Downtown Ann Arbor!


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.

Read FAQ about Camp & Class Manager registration system.



UPCOMING ART CLASSES IN ANN ARBOR


  • Clay Workshop: Boxes

    Clay Workshop: Boxes

    May 8
    Friday, 6:30pm-9:00pm
    Instructor: Liz Wylde
    Ages 18+

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  • Stop-Motion Animation

    Stop-Motion Animation

    May 5 to May 26
    Tuesdays, 6:00pm-8:00pm
    Instructor: Kyle Lee
    Ages 18+

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  • Sip & Print: Sunflower Sky | 21+

    Sip & Print: Sunflower Sky | 21+

    April 24
    Friday, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
    Instructor: Tricia Hampo
    Ages 18+

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  • Pearl-on-Pearl Earrings

    Pearl-on-Pearl Earrings

    May 29
    Friday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
    Instructor: Charlotte Allen
    Ages 18+

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  • Painted Espresso Mugs

    Painted Espresso Mugs

    May 15
    Friday, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
    Instructor: Kelsey Hofe
    Ages 18+

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  • Independent Studio: Jewelry | 30 Hour Pass

    Independent Studio: Jewelry | 30 Hour Pass

    Begins Saturday, April 11, 2025
    Ends Sunday, June 7, 2025
    No Instructor
    Ages 18+

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  • Family Friday: Painted Hunny Pot

    Family Friday: Painted Hunny Pot

    April 24
    Friday, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
    Instructor: Chloe Robberts
    Ages 5+

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  • Figure Drawing Drop-In

    Figure Drawing Drop-In

    April 7 to May 26
    Tuesdays, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
    Monitor: Chloe Robberts
    Ages 18+

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  • Family Friday: Mini Pottery

    Family Friday: Mini Pottery

    May 15
    Friday, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
    Instructor: Deanne Neiburger
    Ages 6+

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  • Family Friday: Clay Mugs

    Family Friday: Clay Mugs

    May 29
    Friday, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
    Instructor: Deanne Neiburger
    Ages 5+

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  • Family Friday: Clay Fairy Doors

    Family Friday: Clay Fairy Doors

    May 1
    Friday, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
    Instructor: Deanne Neiburger
    Ages 5+

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  • Family Friday: 8bit Botanicals

    Family Friday: 8bit Botanicals

    May 8
    Friday, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
    Instructor: Chloe Robberts
    Ages 6+

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

    Date Night: Give It a Whirl | Ages 21+

    May 15
    Friday, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
    Instructor: Faith Nesbitt
    Ages 21+

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  • Clay Workshop: Planters

    Clay Workshop: Planters

    May 29
    Friday, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
    Instructor: Sarah Ward
    Ages 18+

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  • Clay Together | Session 2 | 5+

    Clay Together | Session 2 | 5+

    May 10 to June 7
    Sundays, 9:30am - 11:00am
    Instructor: Alyssa Wilcome
    Ages 5+

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  • Clay Workshop: Candle Stick Holders

    Clay Workshop: Candle Stick Holders

    May 8
    Friday, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
    Instructor: Faith Nesbitt
    Ages 18+

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  • Clay Workshop: Coil Built Serving Bowl

    Clay Workshop: Coil Built Serving Bowl

    May 1
    Friday, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
    Instructor: Faith Nesbitt
    Ages 18+

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  • Block Printed Greeting Cards | 21+

    Block Printed Greeting Cards | 21+

    May 1
    Friday, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
    Instructor: Chloe Robberts
    Ages 21+

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  • Clay Workshop: Garden Markers

    Clay Workshop: Garden Markers

    May 1
    Friday, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
    Instructor: Liz Wylde
    Ages 18+

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  • Date Night: Give It a Whirl | 21+

    Date Night: Give It a Whirl | 21+

    April 24
    Friday, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
    Instructor: Deanne Neiburger
    Ages 21+

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  • Intro to Drawing | Classical Method

    Intro to Drawing | Classical Method

    May 7 to May 28
    Thursdays, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
    Instructor: Alex Trajkovski
    Ages 18+

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  • Independent Studio: Ceramics

    Independent Studio: Ceramics

    Begins Saturday, April 11, 2026
    Ends Sunday, June 7, 2026
    No Instructor
    Ages 18+

     

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