Upcoming Events

THIS FREE DEMO HAS BEEN CANCELLED. WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE INCONVENIENCE. Visit the Art Center on Tuesday, October 7, to watch a FREE printmaking demonstration by Miriam Jacobs. Jacobs will demonstrate how to experiment with liquid dyes and fabric crayons to create a beautiful print

Join us as the Art Center once again hits the road, this time for a visit to Silver Art Projects at 4 World Trade Center in New York City. Silver Art is a non-profit organization providing artists with year-long studio spaces and career development opportunities.

Looking for the perfect stone to complete your piece? Dikra Gem Inc. will visit the Art Center on Tuesday, October 21, 7–10 PM, to offer their collection of faceted and cabochon stones, beads, pearls, and more for purchase. Both students and faculty are welcome to

Join us for Raku-Fest! Raku-Fest showcases a unique ceramic firing process in which red-hot ceramic pieces are transferred directly from the kiln into a container of combustible materials. The heat of the ceramic causes the materials to ignite, and the resulting smoke creates one-of-a-kind effects

Winter 2026 Pre-Registration Pre-registration for our Winter 2026 semester begins on Monday, October 27. Pre-registration is available only to current Art Center students and members. This gives priority to our community members before registration opens to the public. We will offer an early-bird

Join us on Wednesday, October 29, at 7 PM as the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey hosts an introductory talk on Transcendental Meditation (TM)—a simple, natural, and effortless technique for inner peace and wellness. This presentation will explore the many benefits of TM, including

Join us on Thursday, November 20, for an engaging evening with exhibiting artist Marion Wilson. Marion will discuss her artistic process and creative approach, offering insight into the works currently on view in the Art Center’s Main Gallery exhibition, All That Consumes Me. Following the discussion, Marion will participate in a Q&A session moderated by VACNJ Curator Jordan Horton, allowing visitors to ask questions and explore the ideas behind her work in greater depth. The evening will also include food and wine, offering guests the chance to

Donate To Our First Thursday Clothing Drive! Join us NEXT Thursday, December 4, for Summit First Thursday! The Art Center will be collecting excess clothing, shoes, accessories, and household linens—with support from Helpsy. A portion of the value of all donated items will be given back

Give the kid or tween in your life the gift of creativity this winter season! In each session, young artists will learn a variety of art techniques while creating fun winter–themed projects. All art supplies are included. Each day features an AM session and a

Start the year right with a workshop at the Art Center! 8374 Torch Enameling Instructor: Sue Sachs Torch enameling is a fantastic way to add vibrant colors to your copper or fine silver pieces without the need for a kiln. In this fun and direct

Winter semester begins on Monday, January 5. Click here to see all that's available!