NEW for class attendees — enjoy a 10% discount on Chaffee Gallery Shoppe purchases on the day of your class!
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL CLASSES by noon the day before the class unless otherwise noted.
Download enrollment and financial forms here
FOR ALL CLASSES:
• Must pre-register and pre-pay before class date
• Safety Protocols, mask policy
• Limited number of students
• Classes open to TEENS 15+ (Note: Figure Drawing Class needs parent/guardian written permission)
• On occasion we allow age 14 or younger, however, an adult must accompany youth and stay for the duration of the class
We offer a variety of classes for teens and kids too! They make a great gift. Check them out here.
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Learn to Paint with Watercolor — Adults
3 class series (Wednesdays)
July 9, 16, 23
5:30-7:30pm
Instructor: Lorraine “Rainey” Dewey
$100 per person for 3 week series
Supplies are included
Min: 5
Learn to paint with watercolor. The 1st class introduces attendees to the various basic watercolor washes. The 2nd class focuses on prep work of value sketch and color study. 3rd class will be the final painting of your favorite sunrise/sunset (bring photo) using what you have learned. The goal of these classes is to introduce the basics of watercolor painting so that each person can expand on what was learned through home practice and experimentation.
Must Pre-register
FREE — Connections: Flora, Fauna, and You!
Art of Collage
Saturday, July 12
11:30am–1pm
Instructor: Teacher, Architect, Artist Robert Black
Ages: All ages welcome
Min: 5, Max: 15
FREE with all materials provided.
Don’t miss this fun time! Come explore the interactions we share with our “fellow fauna” and discover how we are all “pollinators” that have a profound effect on the great Beauty that we call Flora. This interactive art experience will include a stimulating presentation and discussion followed by a fun exercise using the Art of Collage.
Everyone is invited to stay and enjoy the Chaffee’s Annual Garden Party held inside and outside on the Chaffee grounds.
Must Pre-register
Figure Drawing with live model
3rd Wednesday of each month
Next session will be July 16, 5–7pm
Bring own supplies.
Minimum students: 4
Sign up for 4 weeks at $60 or $20 per class
Book Group
Wednesday, July 16
5:30–6:30pm
We will be discussing Buddhism For All, by Chade-Meng Tan and Soryu Forall.
3rd Wednesday of each month, RSVP Required
We are excited to be partnering with Phoenix Books on Center St., Rutland Book Group members get 20% off purchase of our monthly book.
[email protected]
802-775-0356
Pour Painting
Thursday, July 17
6–8pm
Instructor: Lorrie Amerio Maniery
$40 per person includes all supplies
Min: 5, Max: 12
Learn the pour painting technique.
Follow along with an instructor and leave with a finished painting.
Must Pre-register
MANDALA PAINTING
Thursday, July 24
5:30–7pm
$25 per person includes all supplies, tea & treats
Min: 5
Get ready for a mindful and relaxing experience! There will be MANDALA DOT ART MAKING and SWEET TREATS WITH TEA! The repetition of patterns and choice of colors provides a pathway to process emotions, boost self-esteem, gives a sense of accomplishment, as well as allows exploration and self-expression. Plus it’s so much FUN!
MUST PRE-REGISTER
Sip ‘n’ Dip
Thursday, July 31
6–8pm
Are YOU ready for some fun!
Perfect for a date night or just out with friends!
Attendees follow along with an instructor and leave with a finished acrylic painting. BYO wine.
Instructor: Sally Hogan
Image: TBA
$35 per person includes all supplies; Min: 5
Weekly Classes
Connections Weekly Group
Fridays
12–1pm
Must RSVP
This group will meet weekly on Fridays at Noon at the Chaffee Art Center. The idea is to create a place to share with others (thoughts, philosophies, spirituality, cultures, and more) in a respectful way. All are welcome. Please RSVP https://chaffeeartcenter.square.site/
Bone Builders at the Chaffee
Free weekly classes Wed. & Fri.
Wednesdays, 3:30–4:30pm
Fridays, 11am–12pm
Volunteer Instructor: Heather Wilson
Back-up Instructor: Karen Harris
This is a free program through RSVP.
All you need to bring with you is a bottle of water.
Each participant will need to fill out paperwork that can be done before they attend the first class, OR they can just not use weights for the first class and pick up paperwork then. [email protected]
The RSVP Bone Builders Program relies upon weight training and balance exercises to protect against fractures caused by osteoporosis by increasing muscular strength, balance and bone density. All classes are free!
Must pre-register: https://chaffeeartcenter.square.site/
Creative Canvas Weekly Saturday Activity
MUST PRE REGISTER by Noon on Friday the day before
All Ages
Time: 12–2pm
$25 per person — All materials will be set up and ready for you with a choice of 3 images you can paint. Includes use of: Canvas, paint, brushes, easel, smock. [Youth must be accompanied by an adult.]
If last minute decision, please call first!
Note: This is DIY. If you would like an instructor at an additional fee, please call 802.775.0356
Adult Artery Weekly FRIDAYS — FREE
FREE Adult group for connection, inspiration, and a place to create with others. Join in the fun and creative energy every FRIDAY 10am-12pm! Painting, crafting, creating — all mediums welcome. No set topic or instructor, attendees will work on their individual artwork.
• It’s FREE if bring own painting supplies (donation appreciated)
• Option for those that need supplies: Chaffee provides paint (watercolor, acrylic, oil, pastel), canvas, brushes, easel — $20 per person
MUST PRE-REGISTER
Ukulele Group
FREE…Thursdays, 12–1pm
Attendees will play a group of sheet music. All levels welcome.
Ages: Adults and 12+
Note: This is not a class, but a group enjoying playing the ukulele together. Attendees will have a selection of music to play from. All levels welcome.
MUST PRE-REGISTER BY WEDNESDAY at 12pm at https://chaffeeartcenter.square.site/ or call number below.
There are a limited amount of in-house instruments that can be used … they need to be reserved 802-775-0356.
Payments and Refunds
Checks payable to: Chaffee Art Center
16 South Main Street, Rutland VT 05701
[email protected]
Effective April 22, 2024 — Full payment is required to secure your space in classes. There are minimum and maximum enrollment limits, so be sure to register quickly to ensure your place. Students will be notified if a class is to be canceled due to low registration at least a week in advance and will be refunded in full.
Refund requests must be received at least two weeks prior to the beginning of the class. An administration fee of 50% of the class price is non-refundable, and the credit card charge will be added. After the two-week window, a partial class credit may be processed at the discretion of the Director. Class credits are non-refundable/non-transferable. No shows or cancellations the day of the class are not eligible for refund or class credit.
Please note: Classes are normally held in our second floor studio only accessible via the grand staircase. Sometimes we are able to hold them on the first floor that is accessible by a ramp from the parking lot, or you may be able to do it via zoom. It is important to call ahead to see if we can make arrangements.