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
NEW — now you can drop off the kiddos and enjoy a 10% discount on Chaffee Gallery Shoppe purchases on the day of their class!
Adult Class Offerings open to ages 15+
Note: Figure Drawing Class needs parent/guardian written permission.
Download enrollment, permission, and financial forms
Have you seen the classes we offer adults? Check them out here.
Got some younger artists who like to learn? Check the current class list for kids.
Ready to plan for summer? See our selection of Summer Camps
Monthly Classes
Mandala Painting — Youth
Saturday, Mar. 21
11am–12pm Mandala / 12–12:30pm tea & treats
$25 per person includes all supplies
Min: 5
Get ready for a fun, mindful and relaxing experience! Attendees will choose among a few items for their mandala dot art creation. It can be achieved with multiple mediums — painting, coloring, markers. The repetition of patterns and choice of colors provides a pathway to process emotions, boost self-esteem, gives a sense of accomplishment, plus allows exploration and self-expression.
NOTE: Your adult can also have fun with our Card Making Class going on at the same time.
MUST PRE-REGISTER by Noon the Friday before the class.
Pour Painting — Youth
Saturday, Mar. 28
11am–12:30pm
Instructor: Lorrie Amerio Maniery
$30 per person includes all supplies
Min: 5, Max: 12
Ages:6–18
Learn the pour painting “swiping” technique. Follow along with an instructor and leave with a finished painting.
Must Pre-register BY NOON FRIDAY Mar. 27. https://chaffeeartcenter.square.site/
[Note: This class is usually offered monthly on the 4th Saturday]
Weekly offerings
TEEN CreARTive Studio — FREE
Offering a place for teen creatives to connect, inspire and create with others.
1. An Arts Connection
Do you love making art or want to get started? Painting, crafting, creating — all mediums welcome
2. A Writers Hub
Are you an aspiring writer looking for a creative space to write, and a place where other creatives are gathering?
2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month
1–3pm
FREE
Ages: 13–18
Must RSVP https://chaffeeartcenter.square.site/
Join us in our creative space for skill-building, community connection, self-expression and a chance to relax in our inspiring space to just Create — Imagine — Challenge! No set topic or instructor, attendees bring their own supplies and work on their individual artwork/project.
BONUS: Your 2D & 3D Art can be hung in our Student Art Area. Written work such as poems and short stories can also be showcased.
Option for those that need supplies: Chaffee can provide supplies such as paint (watercolor, acrylic, oil, pastel), canvas, brushes, easel — for a small fee. Please email or call to discuss [email protected] / 802-775-0356
MUST PRE-REGISTER
Sketching with Karen — Youth
Thursdays after school
3:30–5pm
Ages: 8–13
Instructor: Karen Wurster
$25 per person per class (includes all supplies)
Sign up for 4 consecutive classes at discount fee of $85
Min: 5
Join Karen for this fun weekly sketching class offered every Thursday!
Explore different drawing techniques paired with various media including watercolor, charcoal, pastel.
Perfect opportunity to build your portfolio while having a blast creating!
MUST PRE-REGISTER
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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.