Celebrate things in Full Bloom! The A2AC Shop is celebrating Bloom Fest on May 10 in Downtown Ann Arbor. Drop in to the A2AC Gallery from 1-3pm for a Paper Flower Workshop with artist Nora Fradin (Lilac & Blush) to make your very own blooms. The cost is $5 per bloom. Additionally, visitors can shop local art from 10am-7pm in Continue Reading
🎨 Brush up on summer fun with the A2AC with a Summer Art Class! ☀️ Registration opens for Members on Wednesday, May 14, at 7am, with general registration opening for all on Friday, May 16, at 7am. Tune into a Sneak Peek on May 12 to see what creative joys we have in store for you before registration opens.
In this workshop, caregivers and their child will learn foundational principles of the yoga philosophy and focus on the ideas of awareness and non-harming. We will explore yoga postures and talk about what it means to move with intention. We will also consider how the body and mind communicate with one another and learn how our body and breath can Continue Reading
Join us for the Opening Reception of 001/164: A Poster Show by Jacob Rosenburg in the Spotlight Gallery on the 2nd floor of the A2AC. About the Exhibition Through his work, Jacob tells personal stories and perspectives, hidden in layers through the art of gig posters. As he screen prints these posters, the soundtrack to his life is forever visually Continue Reading
The teens are taking over the A2AC Gallery this summer, starting with the opening of The Aquarium, an exhibition created by an eclectic group of high school-aged artists from across Washtenaw County, including an aquarium-themed installation from the teens of The Neutral Zone. The Neutral Zone is a transformative, youth-driven community where youth embrace their power, ignite their creativity, and launch Continue Reading
Have a portrait of you, your family, your friends -- or even your dog made right on the spot with live illustrator Sarah Nisbett! Sarah from Drawn On The Way will be at the shop from 12-5 PM for a Live Portrait Pop Up Event. Sarah is known for her expressive and minimal live illustrations, which she draws live in Continue Reading
Bring your work to the A2AC and get creative in one of our beautiful brick-walled studios. These open studio sessions are for painters working in oil and/or acrylics who want dedicated working time in a studio space with a community-centered environment. A skilled monitor will be in each session to answer questions, provide assistance, and help with proper waste disposal. Continue Reading
Bring your work to the A2AC and get creative in one of our beautiful brick-walled studios. These open studio sessions are for painters working in oil and/or acrylics who want dedicated working time in a studio space with a community-centered environment. A skilled monitor will be in each session to answer questions, provide assistance, and help with proper waste disposal. Continue Reading
✨ NUMBER OF ATTENDEES: 5-20 people ⏰ DURATION: 45 minutes 🎟️ PRICE: $10 per person, free for attendees 5 years old and under ABOUT THE STROLL TOUR: Join us for our A2AC Murals tour, where we will guide you through downtown Ann Arbor to see and speak about many of the vibrant artworks in the urban landscape! The tour will Continue Reading
🎶🍸 Artini is back—and it’s hitting all the right notes! 🍸🎶 Join us on Saturday, June 21 for Artini, Downtown Ann Arbor’s favorite summer cocktail crawl and fundraiser! This year, we’re mixing things up with a melodic twist to celebrate alongside AADL’s Make Music Ann Arbor—making for one unforgettable night of sips and sounds. Witness Ann Arbor’s top bars and Continue Reading
Join us for a very special performance in the A2AC Gallery from hip-hop artist and multi-genre DJ Beretta Shells, as part of the AADL's Make Music Ann Arbor, a free city-wide celebration of music in alternative spaces. This is a free event, but tips for the performer are welcomed. ABOUT BERETTA SHELLS Beretta Shells is a Michigan-based contemporary hip-hop artist Continue Reading
Join us for a figure drawing open studio, where artists of all levels can explore their creativity through live figure drawing. Whether you're looking to hone your skills or simply enjoy a relaxing session of creative expression, our drop-in events offer the perfect opportunity to practice in a supportive environment. Figure drawing drop-ins will take place on the fourth Tuesday Continue Reading
