Kids (ages 5–9) NEW! Appetite for Art August 16–20, 10 AM–3 PM Dig in! This NEW week of camp will feature art projects inspired by delicious foods and snacks. Campers will learn several art techniques while creating projects like clay pizzas, mixed-berry collages, and candy-wrapper

Kids (ages 5–9) Comics, Cartoons & Characters August 23–27, 10 AM–3 PM Explore the world of cartoons, comics, and popular characters in this favorite week of camp! Create super art projects like a baby-Yoda drawing, a Harry Potter Patronus painting, and superhero and alter-ego illustrations.

Nancy Cohen: Atlas of Impermanence and Katrina Bello: Knowable Earth will re-open to visitors on Friday, September 3. Click the links above for information on the individual shows. These shows will be on view through September 26.

Nancy Cohen and Katrina Bello will be at the Art Center to talk about their shows Nancy Cohen: Atlas of Impermanence and Katrina Bello: Knowable Earth. Come listen to the artists talk about their processes, development, and techniques, and how they use art to relate to themes of environment

The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, in partnership with Summit Downtown, Inc. and Summit PAL, will co-host the return of Arts + Cars, the Summit Downtown Art Festival on Sunday, September 19, 2021, from 10 AM–5 PM. This outdoor event will feature art for

In celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day weekend, the Art Center will open its fall exhibitions, The First Water Is the Body and Athena LaTocha on October 9, 1–6 PM. The First Water Is the Body features the work of 16 makers that belong to and operate in relation with Indigenous communities

VACNJ Curator Mary Birmingham will lead a tour of The First Water is the Body and Athena LaTocha on Monday, October 11. This tour is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Click here to register.

Artist and board-certified art therapist Melissa Diaz will reference the creation of community art initiatives and the concept of collaboration to discuss both professional development and personal and community wellness. Diaz will speak about her journey as an art therapist, how it intersects with her

Looking for the perfect stone to complete your piece? Dikra Gem Inc. will visit the Art Center on Tuesday, October 19, at 7–9 PM, to offer their collection of faceted and cabochon stones, beads, pearls, and more for purchase. Both students and faculty are welcome

Raku-Fest at the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey Saturday, October 23 & Sunday, October 24, 10 AM­–4 PM 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

In this workshop, participants will be looking for, building, and creating art inspired by everyday symbolism using collage materials and drawing supplies.

The Film Society of Summit and the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey are bringing together a panel to discuss the documentary Conscience Point. VACNJ Curator Mary Birmingham will moderate a discussion with native rights activist Becky Hill-Genia and Treva Wurmfeld, producer/writer/director/editor of the film

In this virtual workshop, participants will be encouraged to search and find items in their personal spaces that can be transformed into layered multimedia expressions. Canvas paper, watercolors, magazines, and found items around personal space will be listed to bring to this virtual workshop.

VACNJ Curator Mary Birmingham will lead a tour of The First Water is the Body and Athena LaTocha on Saturday, November 13. This tour is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Click here to register.

Dive deep into your history! Combine elements of your family’s symbolism, explore traditions, and utilize language to produce a unique family mandala. Participants will need to bring a set of watercolors, watercolor paper, collage materials, glue, scissors, and printed text or poetry to this workshop.

Join us on Friday, December 3, for an evening of fine food, fine drink, and fine conversation with exhibiting artist Athena LaTocha and VACNJ Curator Mary Birmingham. This intimate affair will begin at 6:30 PM with a champagne gallery reception, followed by an elegant buffet

VACNJ Curator Mary Birmingham will lead a tour of The First Water is the Body and Athena LaTocha on Saturday, December 4. This tour is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Click here to register.

Join us on Saturday, December 4, from 2–3 PM, to listen to artist Athena LaTocha speak about her practice. Her installation After the Falls was created specifically for the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey to relate to the land in our region. This event is free

Give the kid or tween in your life the gift of creativity this winter season! This year, our popular winter-break art workshops are returning in-person to our socially distanced Art Center studios. During each session, young artists will learn techniques in a featured medium while

Winter Break isn't just for the kids. Spend your break sharpening your art-making skills or trying something new! Click here to see what's being offered and secure your spot!

Winter Semester begins on Monday, January 10. Click here to register.

The Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service is a defining moment each year when Americans across the country step up to make our communities more equitable and take action to build the Beloved Community of Dr. King’s dream. The Visual Arts Center of New

Join guest curator Maria Hupfield and several of the participating artists in our current exhibition, The First Water Is the Body, for this virtual discussion of the show and their work. The exhibition, which opened in October and is closing on January 23, was recently

In this hybrid In-Person/Virtual drawing-based workshop, Art Educator in residence Dennis Redmoon Darkeem will ask participants to focus on the present moment to inspire new ideas of personal history and storytelling. Participants will be creating connections to personal belongings, gratitude, and new outlooks for the

In conjunction with the closing of our fall exhibition, The First Water is the Body, VACNJ presents a lunchtime scholarly virtual talk with Karelle Hall titled People of the Tidewater: Nanticoke and Lenape Resilience and Revitalization. "Water is essential to the lives of the Nanticoke

WINTER/SPRING EXHIBITIONS February 4—May 22 Claiming the Narrative Claiming the Narrative is a group exhibition of figurative work that seeks a more authentic representation of our diverse society. Depicting people who have been marginalized, ignored, or even erased from the narrative of Western Art History,

The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey will host an informal artist introduction and celebratory reception for the women featured in Parvathi Kumar: Everyday Blackness on Saturday, March 26, from 4–6 PM. You can register for the free event by clicking here. This event is

Monday, April 11–Friday, April 15 Join us for a special small group Spring Break Art Camp for kids ages 6–9 and tweens ages 10–12! At the Art Center, young artists will learn from our talented teaching artists, create unique art projects, and socialize with friends

Join us for this virtual artist talk with Curator Mary Birmingham and artists featured in the Art Center's Main Gallery group exhibition Claiming the Narrative, on view through May 22. This event is free and open to the public. Click here to register.    About

A two-week festival to celebrate music, art, theater, and dance, featuring events from 15 local organizations, including VACNJ. Click here for the schedule and to see all the participating organizations.

The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey will host a scholarly talk followed by a reception with Dr. Betty Adams, "When and Where I Enter: The Vital Agency and Activism of Black Womanhood-A Historical Perspective." Register for the free, public event here. Dr. Betty Livingston

Time is a Circle led by artist Loren Abbate. The project for this symposium is called Time is a Circle and it is a mixed media project where materials include drawing tools, Bristol or thicker boards, collage, textures, and other embellishments. The project will interpret personal

SAVE THE DATE for this informal gathering to celebrate the closing of our spring exhibitions.

The Members’ Committee is excited to announce the Members Art Show & Collectors Week! This exhibition is a celebration of art made by our members. Register early to guarantee a spot! Space is limited. Artwork Accepted: Tuesday, May 31, 10 AM–8 PM Exhibition Opening: Friday, June 3,

Join us for a day celebrating our members! We will be offering refreshments and a craft project for adults and kids to complete with instructor Kat Block. Registration information to come!

Raku-Fest at the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey Saturday, June 11 & Sunday, June 12, 10 AM­–4 PM 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

Summer Sampler (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY June 20–24, 10 AM–3 PM Try it all! Summer Sampler includes at least one art project from each upcoming camp theme, plus a few inspired by classic summer pastimes. Projects will not be repeated later in the summer should

Art Around America (ages 5-9) WAITLIST ONLY June 27–July 1, 10 AM–3 PM Celebrate Independence Day through artwork inspired by American artists and famous landmarks. During this patriotic week, we’ll make art projects such as Rothko-inspired pastels, paintings in the style of Native Alaskan art,

Comics, Cartoons & Characters (4-days) (ages 5-9) WAITLIST ONLY July 5–8, 10 AM–3 PM In this 4-day week of camp, explore the world of cartoons, comics, and popular characters in everyone’s favorite camp! Create super fun art projects of familiar friends, like a mixed media

Accidentally Brave by Maddie Corman Tickets: $20 Courageous, daring, and unflinchingly honest, Accidentally Brave is an inspiring true story about discovering a new normal when the familiar world falls apart, a must-see examination of what it means to navigate a world with no certainty. Maddie

NEW! Art on the Move (ages 5-9) July 11–15, 10 AM–3 PM Let’s go! Join us for an ALL-NEW week of art camp, where the projects are inspired by things that move. Art projects will include papier-mâché tugboat sculptures, airplane paintings, and school bus collages.

Hopper by John Maclay Tickets: $20 A storyteller arrives to tell a story about a one-legged girl, true love, and a virus. It's an unusual ride filled with humor, heart, and tragedy. The right play for right now. Featuring: Daria M. Sullivan

Animals & Wildlife Art (ages 5-9) WAITLIST ONLY July 18–22, 10 AM–3 PM This week of camp is like taking a trip to the zoo, but way more creative! Explore the exciting world of animals and their amazing habitats. Kids will create projects such as

Polar Bears by David Templeton Tickets: $20 UPDATE 7/19: This week's Vivid Stage Summer Solo will be held at 6:30 PM at the Oakes Center due to the anticipated high temperatures. A father, sorting through boxes in his attic at Christmas time, spontaneously recalls one

Appetite for Art (ages 5-9) WAITLIST ONLY July 25–29, 10 AM–3 PM Dig in! This week of camp will feature art projects inspired by delicious foods and snacks. Campers will learn several art techniques while creating projects like a clay sculpture of a stack of pancakes

Bible Adventure Park by Erin Mallon Tickets: $20 In this unorthodox adventure, a 17-year-old tour guide, Muriel, leads the audience on an immersive journey at a religious theme park. Audience members become the guests on the tour as they experience all the park’s adventures inspired

Art Around the World (ages 5-9) WAITLIST ONLY August 1–5, 10 AM–3 PM Pack your bags! Kids will “travel” the world and learn how different cultures create art. Make a print featuring Big Ben, draw geometric Middle Eastern-inspired tiles, and create a collage of South

Color Explosion (ages 5-9) WAITLIST ONLY August 8–12, 10 AM–3 PM Explore color! This camp introduces kids to the bold pop-art movement and other ways in which vibrant colors can be used in artwork. Kids will create projects that play with the use of colors, such

NEW! Out of this World! (ages 5-9) WAITLIST ONLY August 15–19, 10 AM–3 PM Art is the star of this ALL-NEW week of camp, featuring projects inspired by outer space. Kids will create projects that are truly out-of-this-world, such as moon prints, ceramic aliens, and

Mini Masters (ages 5-9) WAITLIST ONLY August 22–26, 10 AM–3 PM Kids become mini masters while experimenting with art media and techniques used by famous artists. While learning about art history, campers will use pastel to paint colorful haystacks inspired by Monet and sculpt ceramic pumpkins

The Art Center's Fall Exhibition Ripple Effect opens on September 16 and features artwork from 37 members of the Art Center's teaching artists. For more information, click here. 

Join us on Thursday, September 22 at 6 PM at the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey for our first annual Newcomers & Neighbors Party! In partnership with the Mayor's Forum on Diversity, the Art Center is opening its doors to welcome our Summit neighbors, new and

Join us on Saturday, September 24, from 2–3:30 PM at the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey for Narrative Impulse, a panel discussion held in conjunction with our fall exhibition Ripple Effect. The exhibition, which features artwork by 37 of the Art Center's teaching artists,

Trying to balance it all as a teen can feel overwhelming, and at times, difficult to put into words. Using art as a tool for expression can help to identify, manage, and cope with various sources of stress and anxiety. Come join art therapist Megan

Trying to balance it all as a teen can feel overwhelming, and at times, difficult to put into words. Using art as a tool for expression can help to identify, manage, and cope with various sources of stress and anxiety. Come join art therapist Megan

Art to Table returns to the Art Center! This signature event, created for art- and food-lovers alike, features an intimate, small group tour of our new fall exhibition with new Director of Exhibitions Kristen Evangelista followed by a prix fixe lunch at Summit House Restaurant +Bar.

  Raku-Fest at the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey Saturday, October 22 & Sunday, October 23, 10 AM­–4 PM 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

Observing Observation: The Role of Environment in Art Making Whether it is a natural environment or an urban/built environment, the process of artists leaving their traditional studio and entering the “real” world to create has a long and ongoing history. What role does the artist

Join us in our second-floor community galleries as we celebrate the opening of our newest members' shows Teena Soni: Lotus - Awakening the Chakra, on display in the Marité & Joe Robinson Strolling Gallery II, and Michael Wolf: Sanctuary (in Fairyland) on display in Ann’s

Looking for the perfect stone to complete your piece? Dikra Gem Inc. will return to the Art Center on Tuesday, November 1, 7–10 PM, to offer their collection of faceted and cabochon stones, beads, pearls, and more for purchase. Add the perfect finishing touch to

Join us for a road trip to this gem in the Hudson Valley! Departing from the Art Center at 9, we’ll enjoy a morning visit to the Hessel Museum of Art at Bard College, and then head over for lunch at Savona’s Trattoria + Bar

SAVE THE DATE Early-Bird registration for Summer Art Camp opens on Monday, December 19. More details to come!

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. Clay Snowmen Sculptures (ages 6–9) Tuesday, December 27, 10–11:30 AM Penguins in Paint

5615 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 process, watch enamels transform from powder to colorful glass as your

Join us on Sunday, January 8, from 2-4 PM for a last look at our fall exhibition Ripple Effect, and an informal conversation with exhibiting artists Donna Conklin King, Chris Lopez, Martha McDonald, Drew Maillard, and Katie Truk. This event is free and open to

Join us in our second-floor community galleries as we celebrate the opening of our newest members’ shows Tracey Luckner: Abstract Landscapes—Wayfinding, on display in the Marité & Joe Robinson Strolling Gallery II, and Annette Kushen: Abstracted Illusions on display in Ann’s Place Gallery.

VACNJ's winter semester begins on Monday, January 9. Click here for more information and to register.

The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey will participate again in Summit's 25th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Justice, Equality, and Service to Others on January 16, 2023. All ages and families are welcome to come to the Art Center from 1-4 PM

Los Herederos, a media arts non-profit organization, will showcase The Sonicycle, a mobile audio-visual unit that engages communities in sharing stories, music, and cultural traditions. This interactive digital caravan is fully outfitted with a DJ turntable, speakers, audio players, a projector, and recording equipment. Los

Trying to balance it all as a teen can feel overwhelming, and at times, difficult to put into words. Using art as a tool for expression can help to identify, manage, and cope with various sources of stress and anxiety. Join art therapist Megan Tuttle

Join us on Saturday, March 18, from 2-4 PM, for an afternoon with the exhibiting artists of Olas Caribeñas/Caribbean Waves, the Art Center's interdisciplinary initiative exploring the visual art and folklife traditions of the Caribbean diaspora in New Jersey. We'll tour the Art Center's galleries,

Monday, April 3–Friday, April 7 Join us for a special small group Spring Break Art Camp for kids ages 6–9 and tweens ages 10–12! At the Art Center, young artists will learn from our talented teaching artists, create unique art projects, and socialize with friends

Trying to balance it all as a teen can feel overwhelming, and at times, difficult to put into words. Using art as a tool for expression can help to identify, manage, and cope with various sources of stress and anxiety. Join art therapist Megan Tuttle

Trying to balance it all as a teen can feel overwhelming, and at times, difficult to put into words. Using art as a tool for expression can help to identify, manage, and cope with various sources of stress and anxiety. Join art therapist Megan Tuttle

The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey is now accepting applications for an Artist in Residence program, which will take place from July 7–August 13. VACNJ’s Main Gallery will be transformed into a creative space for artists to reflect on their artistic practices, experiment with

Trying to balance it all as a teen can feel overwhelming, and at times, difficult to put into words. Using art as a tool for expression can help to identify, manage, and cope with various sources of stress and anxiety. Join art therapist Megan Tuttle

Attention Members! The VACNJ Members Committee is seeking exhibition proposals for works in any medium from current Art Center members. All proposals received by May 15 will be placed into consideration for the 2023–2024 exhibition season for the Art Center’s second-floor members galleries—the Marité &

Trying to balance it all as a teen can feel overwhelming, and at times, difficult to put into words. Using art as a tool for expression can help to identify, manage, and cope with various sources of stress and anxiety. Join art therapist Megan Tuttle

Join us for a last look at our spring exhibitions, part of the interdisciplinary initiative Olas Caribeñas/Caribbean Waves. This event will go from 2–4 PM, is free and open to the public, and will feature an informal discussion with exhibiting artists, a musical performance by

Trying to balance it all as a teen can feel overwhelming, and at times, difficult to put into words. Using art as a tool for expression can help to identify, manage, and cope with various sources of stress and anxiety. Join art therapist Megan Tuttle

Members Art Show & Collectors Week CLICK HERE TO REGISTER The Members Committee is excited to announce the Members Art Show & Collectors Week! This exhibition is a celebration of art made by our members. Register early to guarantee a spot! Space is limited. (Haga

The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey's Members Committee is proud to present our annual Members Art Show & Collectors Week, a celebration of art made by our members! The event will run through Sunday, June 25, when it will close with a closing toast

The Members Committee is excited to announce the Members Art Show & Collectors Week! This exhibition is a celebration of art made by our members and will open on Friday, June 16, from 6–8:30 PM, with an awards presentation at 7:30 PM.  

SUMMER SAMPLER (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY June 19–23, 10 AM–3 PM Try it all! Summer Sampler includes at least one art project from each upcoming camp theme, plus a few inspired by classic summer pastimes. Projects will not be repeated later in the summer should

COMICS, CARTOONS & CHARACTERS (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY June 26–30, 10 AM–3 PM Dive into the world of cartoons, comics, and popular characters in everyone’s favorite camp! Create super fun art projects of familiar friends, like printmaking inspired by characters from Where the Wild Things Are,

ART AROUND AMERICA (3 DAYS) (ages 5–9) July 5–7, 10 AM–3 PM Celebrate Independence Day through artwork inspired by American artists and famous landmarks. During this patriotic week, we’ll make art projects such as dioramas of Yellowstone National Park and pastel projects inspired by American

The weekly solo reading series returns to the Art Center this summer! All tickets are $20 (advance sales only) and readings will be done on the lawn of the Art Center. Bring your own blanket or lawn chairs, picnic, and/or snacks! Rain dates for all

Saturday Art Camp for Kids (ages 6–9) 10 AM–1 PM Explore a variety of art media and creative themes over the course of six Saturdays. In each session, campers will create two projects. Featured project themes will include: Art Around America, Buildings & Cities, Animals

NEW! BUILDINGS & CITIES (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY July 10–14, 10 AM–3 PM Join us for an ALL NEW week of art camp, where the projects are inspired by the architecture and buildings we see around us every day. Art projects will include medieval castle

Click here to register for summer semester classes!

DUE TO FORECASTED TEMPERATURE LEVELS, THIS EVENT WILL BE HELD AT THE OAKES CENTER, AT 120 MORRIS AVENUE IN SUMMIT. The weekly solo reading series returns to the Art Center this summer! All tickets are $20 (advance sales only) and readings will be done on

ANIMALS & WILDLIFE ART (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY July 17–21, 10 AM–3 PM This week of camp is like taking a trip to the zoo, but so much more creative! Explore the exciting world of animals and their amazing habitats. Kids will create projects such

The weekly solo reading series returns to the Art Center this summer! All tickets are $20 (advance sales only) and readings will be done on the lawn of the Art Center. Bring your own blanket or lawn chairs, picnic, and/or snacks! Rain dates for all

APPETITE FOR ART (ages 5–9) July 24–28, 10 AM–3 PM Dig in! This week of camp will feature art projects inspired by delicious foods and snacks. Campers will learn several art techniques while cooking up projects like a mouthwatering clay cheeseburger and a mixed-media artwork

The weekly solo reading series returns to the Art Center this summer! All tickets are $20 (advance sales only) and readings will be done on the lawn of the Art Center. Bring your own blanket or lawn chairs, picnic, and/or snacks! Rain dates for all

ART AROUND THE WORLD (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY July 31–August 4, 10 AM–3 PM Pack your bags! Kids will “travel” the world and learn how different cultures create art. Make a watercolor painting of Asian paper lanterns, print a Moroccan architectural design, and create an

ART IN NATURE (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY August 7–11, 10 AM–3 PM An old favorite theme returns! Be inspired by the beauty around us every day in nature. Campers will create projects from a clay snail to a Zentangle rainbow painting to seashells illustrated with

NEW! AT THE CIRCUS (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY August 14–18, 10 AM–3 PM Art takes center stage at this ALL NEW week of camp, featuring projects inspired by a trip to the circus. Kids will create projects that capture the whimsy and amusement of a

MINI MASTERS (ages 5–9) WAITLIST ONLY August 21–25, 10 AM–3 PM Kids become mini masters while experimenting with art media and techniques used by famous artists. While learning about art history, campers will paint primary colored animals inspired by Piet Mondrian, sculpt cats inspired by

Do you have art or crafts you want to show and sell? The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey and Summit Downtown are thrilled to once again be hosting an outdoor art festival in beautiful downtown Summit! The event will work alongside local businesses and

The Art Center is hosting a special opening event for our fall exhibitions Elana Herzog: Ripped, Tangled, and Frayed; Sandra Eula Lee: The Walking Mountain; Samanta Batra Mehta: Search for the Empyrean; and Jeffrey Gibson: SHE KNOWS OTHER WORLDS.  Want to attend the opening? Become

Join us on Thursday, October 5, for an evening of fine food, fine drink, and fine conversation. Exhibiting artist Elana Herzog will discuss her work, focusing on her exhibition Elana Herzog: Ripped, Tangled, and Frayed on view in the Main Gallery. This intimate affair will begin at

As a teen, balancing school, social life, and personal responsibilities can often feel overwhelming. It’s not uncommon to feel stressed, anxious, or simply unsure how to express what you’re going through. One of the many benefits of artmaking is its ability to help identify, manage,

Join us on Saturday, October 14, from 2–4 PM for the opening of this special exhibition of work created by participants from our Art from the Heart program at SAGE Eldercare.

Looking for the perfect stone to complete your piece? Dikra Gem Inc. will visit the Art Center on Tuesday, October 17, from 7–9 PM, to offer their collection of faceted and cabochon stones, beads, pearls, and more for purchase. Both students and faculty are welcome

As a teen, balancing school, social life, and personal responsibilities can often feel overwhelming. It’s not uncommon to feel stressed, anxious, or simply unsure how to express what you’re going through. One of the many benefits of artmaking is its ability to help identify, manage,

Join the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey as we present this FREE Artist Talk with exhibiting artist Elana Herzog and Sara Reisman, the Chief Curator and Director of National Academician Affairs at the National Academy of Design in New York City. Reisman, who featured

Join us for Raku-Fest! Raku-Fest showcases the 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

VACNJ members get access to early registration for all Studio School classes and winter semester pre-registration opens on Monday, October 30. As an added bonus, members receive a special members-only discount: $5 off per class, up to $15 total for the semester.* This discount is

Join the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey as we pack our bags for an adventure to Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas! Praised in The New Yorker, The New York Times, and The Washington Post, this is "the most-talked-about new museum in the United

As a teen, balancing school, social life, and personal responsibilities can often feel overwhelming. It’s not uncommon to feel stressed, anxious, or simply unsure how to express what you’re going through. One of the many benefits of artmaking is its ability to help identify, manage,

Registration for VACNJ's winter semester opens on Monday, November 13. Click here to see all that's available during our winter semester.

As a teen, balancing school, social life, and personal responsibilities can often feel overwhelming. It’s not uncommon to feel stressed, anxious, or simply unsure how to express what you’re going through. One of the many benefits of artmaking is its ability to help identify, manage,

As a teen, balancing school, social life, and personal responsibilities can often feel overwhelming. It’s not uncommon to feel stressed, anxious, or simply unsure how to express what you’re going through. One of the many benefits of artmaking is its ability to help identify, manage,

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. Tuesday, December 26 from 10–11:30 AM Clay Grinch

6677 Monotype Printmaking Instructor: Kristian Battell In this one-day workshop, students will explore the multitudes of monotype printmaking on the press. Students will learn the classic painterly method, how to monoprint using stencils, and how to successfully layer two plates to create one image. Class

All ages and families are welcome to make thank you cards at the Art Center on Monday, January 15, from 12:30–2:30 PM in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The cards created will be mailed to hospital workers in New Jersey and all materials

Join NJ Kids at VACNJ on Saturday, January 20 to visit with more than 25 summer camps, including Summer Art Camp at the Art Center! RSVP for this FREE event at www.njkidsonline.com/camp-fairs to let NJ Kids know you’re attending and you’ll receive a free gift

Join us for the closing of our fall exhibitions on Sunday, February 4, from 2–4 PM. The afternoon will begin with a reading from poet, Brenda Coultas, who will read pieces inspired by Elana Herzog’s works featured in the Main Gallery show in Ripped, Tangled,

VACNJ members get access to early registration for all Studio School classes and spring semester pre-registration opens on Monday, February 12. As an added bonus, members receive a special members-only discount: $5 off per class, up to $15 total for the semester.* This discount is

Register by the end of day today, February 19, and get the lowest price of the year for Summer Art Camp at the Art Center. Click here to see all that's available!

Join us for a special small group Spring Break Art Camp for kids ages 6–9 and tweens ages 10–12! At the Art Center, young artists will learn from our talented teaching artists, create unique art projects, and socialize with friends. This half-day camp (morning session

The Art Center's spring semester begins on April 1. Registration will open to the public on Monday. March 26.

Trying to balance it all as a teen can feel overwhelming, and at times, difficult to put into words. Using art as a tool for expression can help to identify, manage, and cope with various sources of stress and anxiety. Come join art therapist Megan

Garden State Art Weekend is a one-of-a-kind, state-wide celebration of art in New Jersey. The mission is to create an inclusive, once-a-year art weekend for all to enjoy, inspired by Upstate Art Weekend in New York. For more information, visit gardenstateartweekend.org.

SAVE THE DATE Positive Space: VACNJ’s 2024 Annual Spring Gala Saturday, April 27, 2024 Canoe Brook County Club CLICK HERE TO BID IN OUR GALA AUCTION

Plein Air Painting This symposium is led by artist Duane Lutsko Throughout history, the dramatic potential of changing light and those expressive possibilities have captivated artists such as Whistler, Van Gogh, Ryder, and Turner. In this course, suitable for all levels, students explore oil painting

The Suggestive Power of Oil Painting This symposium is led by artist Duane Lutsko Explore an oil painting approach that uses the power of suggestion to teach to success while refreshing your personal and professional painting practice. We will use an earth-colored ground, an Imprimatura, to

Join us for a virtual night of conversation as curator Edwin Ramoran speaks with Gallery Aferro founders Evonne Davis and Emma Wilcox about the indelible mark Gallery Aferro has left on the New Jersey arts community and the artists that have worked within its walls.

Join us for a last look at our winter/spring exhibitions celebrating Gallery Aferro, the Newark-based arts organization that recently closed its doors after 20 years. Founded by visionary artists and changemakers Evonne M. Davis and Emma Wilcox, Gallery Aferro was a platform for the exchange

SUMMER SAMPLER (ages 5–9) (WAITLIST ONLY) June 17–21, 10 AM–3 PM Try it all! Our Summer Sampler includes an art project from each of this summer’s camp themes, plus a few projects inspired by classic summer pastimes. Projects will not be repeated later in the

ANIMALS & WILDLIFE ART (ages 5–9) (WAITLIST ONLY) June 24–28, 10 AM–3 PM This week of camp is like taking a trip to the zoo, but so much more creative! Explore the exciting world of animals and their amazing habitats. Kids will create projects such

ART AROUND AMERICA (3 DAYS) (ages 5–9) July 1–3, 10 AM–3 PM Celebrate Independence Day through artwork inspired by American artists and famous during this patriotic week, we’ll make art projects such as a seascape painting inspired by Winslow Homer and a landscape drawing featuring

The weekly solo reading series returns to the Art Center this summer! All tickets are $23 (advance sales only) and readings will be done on the lawn of the Art Center. Bring your own blanket or lawn chairs, picnic, and/or snacks!   A collection of

NEW! UNDER THE SEA (ages 5–9) (WAITLIST ONLY) July 8–12, 10 AM–3 PM Join us for an ALL NEW week of art camp, where the projects are drawn from the undersea world! Dive into fun projects like a papier-mâché pirate ship and a giant shark

The weekly solo reading series returns to the Art Center this summer! All tickets are $23 (advance sales only) and readings will be done on the lawn of the Art Center. Bring your own blanket or lawn chairs, picnic, and/or snacks!   Told from the

MINI MASTERS (ages 5–9) July 15–19, 10 AM–3 PM Kids become mini masters while experimenting with art media and techniques used by famous artists. While learning about art history, campers will expand their creative horizons by painting like Paul Cézanne, collaging like Matisse, and sculpting

Summer semester begins on Monday, July 15. Click here to register!

NOTE: Due to the weather forecast, tonight's event will be held at Vivid Stage's indoor location, the Oakes Center at 120 Morris Avenue in Summit. The weekly solo reading series returns to the Art Center this summer! All tickets are $23 (advance sales only) and

COMICS, CARTOONS & CHARACTERS (ages 5–9) (WAITLIST ONLY) July 22–26, 10 AM–3 PM Delve into the world of cartoons, comics, and popular characters in everyone’s favorite camp! Create super fun art projects of familiar friends like Star Wars collages, Winnie the Pooh pastels, and Olaf

The weekly solo reading series returns to the Art Center this summer! All tickets are $23 (advance sales only) and readings will be done on the lawn of the Art Center. Bring your own blanket or lawn chairs, picnic, and/or snacks!   Gina Femia is

ART AROUND THE WORLD (ages 5–9) July 29–August 2, 10 AM–3 PM Pack your bags! Kids will “travel” the world and learn how different cultures create art. Make a Niagra Falls diorama, create a paper collage inspired by Turkish mosaics, and draw unique Ukrainian pysanky

APPETITE FOR ART (ages 5–9) August 5–9, 10 AM–3 PM Dig in! This week of camp will feature art projects inspired by delicious foods and snacks. Campers will learn several art techniques while cooking up projects like avocado toast drawings and banana splits in pastel.

NEW! DAWN OF THE DINOSAURS (ages 5–9) (WAITLIST ONLY) August 12–16, 10 AM–3 PM This ALL NEW week of camp is inspired by the prehistoric world of dinosaurs and cavemen. Campers will create projects like a woolly mammoth sculpture, a T-Rex watercolor, and a stegosaurus

AT THE CIRCUS (ages 5–9) (WAITLIST ONLY) August 19–23, 10 AM–3 PM Art takes center stage at this week of camp, featuring projects inspired by a trip to the circus. Kids will create projects that capture the whimsy and amusements of a classic circus, such

Join VACNJ, Summit Downtown, and Peotter's Auto Body & Spa for a day of great food, live music, activities for the whole family, and, of course, fine art and classic cars! Want to display and sell your own work? Click here to learn more about

Fall semester begins on Monday, September 16. Click here to register!

Trying to balance it all as a teen can feel overwhelming, and at times, difficult to put into words. Using art as a tool for expression can help to identify, manage, and cope with various sources of stress and anxiety. Come join art therapist Megan

Looking for the perfect stone to complete your piece? Dikra Gem Inc. will visit the Art Center on Tuesday, October 15, from 7–10 PM, to offer their collection of faceted and cabochon stones, beads, pearls, and more for purchase. Both students and faculty are welcome

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

The second annual Children’s Peace Festival will be held Saturday, November 2, between 2–5 PM at the Chatham Summit Quaker meeting house in Chatham, NJ, and will include partners such as NJ Family, Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, and youth performers from the Papermill

Join us on Wednesday, November 6, from 7–9 PM, for a special opening of our fall exhibitions! Our newly renovated galleries will open with shows focusing on people impacted by mass incarceration and a special one-night storytelling event where speakers will share their stories, allowing a glimpse

JACADI SUMMIT invites the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey Community to a Holiday Shopping Event! Enjoy Jacadi Paris Shopping, Light French Bites, & Shop to Fundraise for Visual Arts: Jacadi Black Friday Sales Up to 30% Off a Selection! Jacadi will Donate 5% of

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. Click here for more information and to register.

7532 Painting from Still Lives Instructor: Mary Jean Canziani In this one-day workshop, students will have the opportunity to view a variety of still life paintings from history and be inspired to create their very own still life painting. Students will learn the basic rules

Winter semester begins on January 6! Click here for more information and to register!