Adult Technique Classes
Enjoy the little things in life!
Oil Painting, Drawing, Pottery + More!
It doesn't matter your level of experience, we promise if you come to art class here you will have a fun time!
We offer many different adult technique classes like oil painting, drawing, and pottery in a warm and welcoming environment.
Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Your space will not be confirmed until both your registration and payment have been received!
Something unexpected come up? Bummer!
If you need to cancel your registration, let us know at least 48 hours before the actual class date and you'll be refunded the full amount. Class fees are non-refundable for cancellations less than 48 hours before the class date. Thank you for understanding.
Space is limited and often times we have a waiting list. Please let us know as early as possible if you’re not able to make it, there might be someone else who can!
Upcoming Workshop Schedule
Bad Art Club | 1st Mondays | 6-8pm
January 5 // 6-8pm - FULL, Call 319-754-8069 to join waitlist.
Make art without stressing about getting it perfect!
Explore our rotating lineup of DIY craft stations, where you'll get hands-on with different art materials, techniques, and inspirations—no two visits are the same! Or you can spend the whole time perfecting one masterpiece.
Try out new crafts, projects, and hobbies without having to buy all the supplies. Plus, it’s a laid-back, fun space to hang with your favorite people, no pressure, just creativity.
Cash bar available, pre-order a charcuterie box to snack on while you relax and create.
Cost is $20 ACB Members or $25 Non-Members
Pre-registration by January 2 is a must! Limited space, only 25 spots available.
Give it a Spin: Wheel Throwing
(Two Part Workshop)
Watch a demo from our instructor, then try your own hand at throwing 2-4 pieces. If you choose not to keep your pieces, we will recycle the clay. If you choose to keep the pieces, pay $15 at the end of the first class to come back for the glaze session the following week!
$35 per person for throwing + $20 extra for glazing and firing (optional)
with Kylee Adams
Fridays // 6-8:30pm (Throw on first date, glaze on second date):
- January 9 + 16
6 Part Wheel with Jessi Tucci
Tuesdays, Jan 20, 27 Feb 3, 10, 17, 24 // 6-8:30pm
$160 ACB Members or $175 Non-Members includes all clay, firings, and glaze
Get the real amount of practice one needs to truly understand the craft of wheel throwing. Spend 5 classes learning as many techniques as your level allows. Things like handles for mugs, altering thrown work off wheel and underglazing techniques will be covered. Last class, learn glazing techniques! This is 100% beginner-friendly but will be amazing practice for more intermediate students as well. Instructor will teach at your pace and at your level.
Limited to 6 students. | Registration closes January 18, 2026.
Be Mine XOXO Sweetheart Ramekins Set with Courtney Brandon
Thursday, Jan 29 // 6-8:30pm
$40 ACB Members or $50 Non-Members includes all clay, firings, and glaze
Think conversation candy hearts—but in clay. In this class, you’ll make four heart-shaped pinch pot dishes and decorate them with underglaze in classic pastel candy colors. Sweet, functional, and perfect for gifting (or keeping).
Limited to 6 students. Registration closes January 27, 2026.
90s Themed: Partner Paint Night
Friday, Jan 30 // 6-8pm
$50 per couple
Optional charcuterie box for $15 (enough for 2 people) | Cash Bar
Welcome to 90s Night Paint Your Partner, a totally fun throwback event!
Grab your partner, bestie, or favorite person and paint each other’s portraits with a creative twist. This is not about getting it perfect. It is about slowing down, laughing together, and not taking things too seriously. We will mix painting with collage elements, layering color, images, and texture to create portraits that reflect personality, not perfection.
Break out your best 90s look. Flannel, denim, baby tees, windbreakers, bucket hats, butterfly clips. If you owned it in the 90s, it belongs here. We will have 90s music playing to set the mood.
Charcuterie boxes will be available for purchase and a cash bar will be open. Bring your crew, make some art, and leave with a portrait that is all that and a bag of chips.
Got kids? Sign them up for a special Art Hop about sharks during this event! Just click the option in the registration below, they will enjoy a craft, story, and snack for a special price of $15 per child for 90s night attendees. Must register by Monday, January 26.
Felted Pin or Magnet with Susan Cunningham
Friday, Jan 30 // 5-7pm
$30 ACB Members or $40 Non-Members
+ $36 materials fee
Learn how to make round pins or magnets with felt from our February featured artist, Susan Cunningham. A variety of designs will be available or you can design your own. All supplies provided. Register by Monday, Jan 26 to ensure a spot and materials.
Limited to 12 students. Registration closes January 26, 2026.
More classes with Susan Cunningham:
- Felted Mini Sunset: Saturday, Jan 31 // 12-4pm
- Valentine Felted Gnome: Sunday, Feb 1 // 1-4pm
Signing up for multiple felt classes? Save $16 on your second + third classes. Use the coupon code: FELT
Felted Mini Sunset with Susan Cunningham
Saturday, Jan 31 // 12-4pm
$45 ACB Members or $55 Non-Members
+ $36 materials fee
Learn how to make a 5"x5" needle felted sunset from our February featured artist, Susan Cunningham. Kit will include a piece of wool background fabric and wool to create your sunset. Reference photo will be included. Register by Monday, Jan 26 to ensure a spot and materials.
Limited to 8 students. Registration closes January 26, 2026.
More classes with Susan Cunningham:
- Felted Magnets and Pins: Friday, Jan 30 // 5-7pm
- Valentine Felted Gnome: Sunday, Feb 1 // 1-4pm
Signing up for multiple felt classes? Save $16 on your second + third classes. Use the coupon code: FELT
Felted Valentine Gnome with Susan Cunningham
Sunday, Feb 1 // 1-4pm
$40 ACB Members or $45 Non-Members
+ $36 materials fee
Whether you call him a gnome, a tomte, or a nisse, you'll enjoy needle-felting this little guy. He carries a valentine heart and is about 4" tall. Supplies provided and colors will vary. Register by Monday, Jan 26 to ensure a spot and materials.
Limited to 8 students. Registration closes January 26, 2026.
More classes with Susan Cunningham:
- Felted Magnets or Pins: Friday, Jan 30 // 5-7pm
- Felted Mini Sunset: Saturday, Jan 31 // 12-4pm
Signing up for multiple felt classes? Save $16 on your second + third classes. Use the coupon code: FELT
Valentine Bowl with Lillian Rubin
Wednesday, Feb 4 // 6-8:30pm
$40 ACB Members or $50 Non-Members includes all clay, firings, and glaze
Build a bowl with a little love. In this class, students will use heart shapes and extruded coils to create a one-of-a-kind bowl on a mold. It’s a fun, hands-on project that’s even better with company—sign up with your SO, bestie, or favorite creative partner and make something sweet together.
Limited to 10 students. Registration closes February 2, 2026.
Succulent Planter with Lillian Rubin
Wednesday, Feb 24 // 6-8:30pm
$40 ACB Members or $50 Non-Members includes all clay, firings, and glaze
Make a cute planter with a city design. Use stamps to decorate.
Limited to 8 students. Registration closes February 22, 2026.
Monthly Members Only DIY Group
2026 Schedule:
Jan 13 | Scrape and Dot Painting
Feb 10 | Clay Pockets
Mar 10 | Alcohol Ink on tiles
Apr 14 | Neuro Doodle watercolor
May 12 | Light Bulb Bugs
June 9 | Loose watercolor + ink pen painting
July 14 | Wet fiber felting
Aug 11 | Zentangle
Sept 8 | Branch weaving
Oct 13 | Leaf Stamping with acrylic paint
Nov 10 | 5”x7” Stained Glass Mosaic
Dec 8 | Christmas card diorama
The Dabblers try out various mediums and projects in both the arts and crafts. These two hour sessions are led by group members who have some expertise or experience to share. The goal is not to always finish a specific project but to get exposure to something new and to be with others in art and creativity. This group meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 7-9PM and there is a $10 fee for supplies.
Please call 319.754.8069 by the Saturday before to reserve a space.
January 13 | Scrape and Dot Painting with Diane Jennings
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, January 13
🕖 Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Art Center of Burlington
💲 Cost: $10 for ACB members
📞 RSVP: Pre-registration only by Saturday, January 10. Register online here.
Come dabble with us and make something beautiful!
