The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey’s Studio School, located in Summit, NJ, offers classes and workshops for artists of all ages and skill levels. Taught by experienced teaching artists, our programs span painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, photography, and more—providing a supportive environment for learning, exploration, and creative growth.

FALL SEMESTER 2025

Adult Workshops

7975 Mixed Media Sampler
Instructor: Alicia Cotter
If you have been curious about trying out mixed media art, this workshop is for you! Create a unique 10×10 inch artwork incorporating a multitude of mixed-media techniques. Techniques will include creating and using handcrafted stamps, making handmade paper from recycled paper for collaging, painting with acrylics, gel printmaking, and more. Finishing techniques will also be covered.
Saturday, 12/6, 10 AM–4 PM
Tuition: $137
Materials fee: $30

7974 Lampworked Glass Beads
Instructor: Stephanie Maddalena
Visit Venice without leaving the studio with this popular workshop! Learn to make beautiful Venetian glass beads using glass rods and a mounted torch.
Sat & Sun, 12/6 & 12/7, 10 AM–4 PM
Tuition: $262
Materials fee: $78

7977 Pen & Ink Drawing
Instructor: Drew Maillard
Explore pen & ink as a drawing medium. Start with value and texture exercises and continue to simple drawings. Experiment with different pen & ink drawing tools brought by the instructor such as dip-quill pens and brush pens.
Sunday, 12/7, 10 AM–4 PM
Tuition: $137
Materials fee: $16

7976 Mosaics: Tiny Pieces Make the Big Picture
Instructor: Donna Conklin King
Welcome to the world of mosaics, where not only is it okay to break things, it’s expected! This intensive workshop will introduce beginners to the basics of mosaic making. Learn about the amazing variety of materials and adhesives, design and composition, cutting and laying out tiles, and the grouting process. Materials such as vitreous glass tile, ceramic tile, stained glass, and china are available for students to explore and incorporate in their work. Students will complete an 8×6 inch mosaic by the day’s end.
Sunday, 12/7, 10 AM–4 PM
Tuition: $137
Materials fee: $30