FOR ALL CLASSES:
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL CLASSES by noon the day before the class unless otherwise noted.
Safety Protocols, mask policy;
Limited number of students
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Monthly Classes
MANDALA PAINTING
Wednesday, July 15
5:30–7pm
$25 per person includes all supplies, tea & treats
Min: 5
Join us for a mindful and relaxing experience! Meet up with Friends or unwind solo with this fun and inspiring MANDALA DOT ART MAKING where you can choose your item to paint, then enjoy Sweet Treats with Tea! MUST PRE-REGISTER by Noon the Tuesday before the class.
Pour Painting — Youth
Saturday, July 25
11am–12:30pm
Instructor: Lorrie Amerio Maniery
$30 per person includes all supplies
Min: 5, Max: 12
Ages:6–18
Learn the pour painting technique. Follow along with an instructor and leave with a finished painting.
Must Pre-register by NOON the Friday before class. https://chaffeeartcenter.square.site/
[Note: This class is usually offered monthly on the fourth Saturday]
Weekly Offerings
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Creative Canvas Activity — by Registration
All Ages; Saturdays 12–2pm
MUST PRE REGISTER by Noon on Friday the day before
$25 per person — All materials will be set up and ready for you with a choice of 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
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.