This Ann Arbor artist talk and demo from ENGLAND begins with a brief introduction to the practice and the evolution of its visual language, followed by a presentation of the latest piece, CALDER MADE ME DO IT, as a moment of trying something new and breaking free. The talk explores the work of Alexander Calder and Bruno Munari. Calder’s work Continue Reading
It's time for a retail refresh! Shop online or stop into the A2AC Shop on Friday, June 5, and be the first to shop our new A2AC Mediums Collection. The A2AC Mediums Collection is a season-long celebration designed to bridge the gap between our guests and our creators. We hope that by pulling back the curtain on the creative process, Continue Reading
Artists of all levels are welcome to receive thoughtful, constructive feedback on their watercolor work in a supportive group setting. Participants are invited to bring finished or in-progress pieces for critique by artist Rocco Pisto, whose decades of experience in watercolor and abstraction provide valuable insight. Attendees are encouraged to join the conversation, creating a collaborative environment that helps artists Continue Reading
Join us for the Opening Reception of How We Hold in the A2AC Gallery, an exploration of relationships and the systems that hold them together from queer non-binary multidisciplinary artist Quinn Faylor, based in Detroit, Michigan. In Partnership with O&W
Join us for the Opening Reception of Identity Passport in the A2AC Spotlight Gallery, featuring small batch zines and risograph prints exploring queer identity by artist Teddy Keeling.
Students aged 8–12, along with their caregivers, are invited to join our featured A2AC Gallery Artist, Quinn Faylor, for a special PlayLab designed for young, aspiring artists. In this hands-on workshop, caregivers and students will work together to cut out vibrant shapes and explore how size, color, and texture can come together in a composition. These shapes will be layered Continue Reading
The A2AC is excited to welcome you back for Artini 2026, our annual Downtown Ann Arbor Cocktail Crawl fundraiser on Saturday, June 20!
PRIDE CLAY WORKSHOP IN ANN ARBOR The A2AC is proud to offer an afternoon of creativity and pride! Come explore, create, and get inspired. Drop in to this event and build community while crafting your very own cup of pride! Join A2AC ceramics instructors and artists, Faith Nesbitt and Sarah Ward, to create a one-of-a-kind ceramic mug. Instructors Faith and Continue Reading
ANN ARBOR PRIDE CRAFT CARNIVAL The A2AC is proud to offer an afternoon of creativity and pride during Pride Ann Arbor! Come explore, create, and get inspired. Drop-in to this event and build community while crafting in various mediums offered at the A2AC. This is a queer focused event - allies welcomed! Looking for your next new fashion accessory? Join Continue Reading
Join us for the Opening Reception of DaJaniere and Gyona Rice' and Rice's Catching Fireflies: What We Held Onto exhibition in the Spotlight Gallery, on the 2nd floor of the A2AC. Catching Fireflies explores home as an archive of memory, care, and creativity. Raised in Inkster, Michigan, the sisters grew up surrounded by family members who made, sold, stitched, cooked, Continue Reading
Fall Art Classes are coming soon! Kick off your autumnal plans with the A2AC with more of what you've come to love about Art Center classes, from ceramics to date nights, family workshops, and more. Become a Member or renew today to ensure you get into the class you want, with early-bird registration opening on Wednesday, August 19, two days before Continue Reading
Kick off your autumnal plans with the A2AC with more of what you've come to love about Art Center classes, from ceramics to date nights, family workshops, and more. 2026 Fall Art Classes open for ALL on August 21, with A2AC Members getting early access on August 19. Become a member today to ensure you get into the class you're Continue Reading
