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.

SPRING SEMESTER 2026

Adult Special Subject Classes

8544 NEW! The Creative Process of Mixed Media Art
Instructor: Jim Brown
Mondays, 12:30–3 PM
This class offers an in-depth exploration of the creative process through mixed media artmaking. Students will be encouraged to experiment with a variety of materials such as wood, polymer clay, oil and acylic paints, epoxy resin, and egg tempera, while integrating both traditional and non-traditional techniques to achieve their artistic objectives. The curriculum will focus on creative problem-solving, the development of individual expression, and effective utilization of diverse media to translate ideas into works of art. Some materials provided. Additional materials to purchase will be discussed during class. The instructor will help each student create their own materials list for their individualized project, so they know what to purchase and bring with them to each class. Depending on the project and materials, students will have an in-progress or finished work by the end of the course.
10 session(s): 3/30–6/8 (no class on 5/25)
Tuition: member $375, non-member $405
Materials fee: $46

8479 Introduction to Stained Glass
Instructor: Eva Sienkiewicz
Tuesdays, 6:30–9 PM
Come explore the beautiful art of creating stained glass! This class will begin with the basics, such as making straight cuts and assembling a star shape. Students will progress to learning how to cut curves while creating a simple stained glass apple. Once the basic techniques are mastered, students will complete a 12×12-inch artwork of their own design. Working with the instructor, students will learn the techniques made famous by Tiffany, including designing, cutting, foiling, soldering, and finishing. Some materials provided; additional supplies to purchase and bring to class listed online. This class is taught by an instructor who is bilingual in Polish and English. For questions or additional information, please email us at studioschool@artcenternj.org and we will connect you with the instructor for translation assistance in your preferred language. Wstep Do Witrazu. Zajecia prowadzone sa przez instruktora, który wlada jezykiem polskim i angielskim. W przypadku pytan lub dodatkowych informacji napisz do nas na adres studioschool@artcenternj.org, a my skontaktujemy Cie z instruktorem w celu uzyskania pomocy w tlumaczeniu na preferowany przez Ciebie jezyk.
8 session(s): 3/31–5/19
Tuition: member $295, non-member $325
Materials fee: $46