Art Classes
Richmond, VA
Visual Arts Center of Richmond is a comprehensive community arts organization offering hundreds of classes across multiple mediums including painting, drawing, clay, fiber, glass, metals, printmaking, photography, digital media, and creative writing. They serve all skill levels and ages with options ranging from affordable drop-in Second Friday classes ($15) to semester-long enrollment courses, plus studio access, artist residencies, and community partnerships providing free art education. VisArts is known for their professional 17-studio facility, mentorship programs, and major community events like the 40th-anniversary Collectors' Night auction and Richmond Poetry Fest.
Ideal for: Kids and families, adult hobbyists, serious artists seeking studio access, underserved communities through free programs, career-stage artists exploring residencies
Service area: Richmond, VA and surrounding areas
17 Professionally-Equipped Studios: Access to dedicated studios for clay, glass, metals, printmaking, photography, fiber, digital media, and more—providing affordable access to specialized equipment and space.
Free Community Programs: Hundreds of people access free art classes through school and community partnerships, making art education accessible regardless of income.
Artist Residencies & Mentorship: Beyond classes, VisArts supports artists at all career stages through residency programs and community mentorship opportunities like their BIPOC women mentorship initiative.
Address: 1812 W Main St, Richmond, VA 23220
Phone: (804) 353-0094
Website: visarts.org
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