November 2020
Shop Small “Works” Saturday
Shop the Selected Small Works "Pop-Up" Show while you support small businesses on Small Business Saturday! Did you know that when you purchase art from Arts on Main, you're not only supporting a local non-profit, you're supporting several small businesses?! That's right. Nearly all of the artists that display their work with us are small businesses! Join us for the Selected Small Works Show and SHOP SMALL today. Small Business Saturday at Arts on Main: Saturday, November 28th 12pm -…
Find out more »December 2020
Giving Tuesday
These remain unprecedented times and the challenges we face are many. We have lost significant funding from cancelled events. However, Arts on Main is continuing to work hard to share the joy that art brings to our community in a variety of ways. This #GivingTuesday, December 1st, we are asking, if you are able, to donate to Arts on Main to help us to continue weathering this storm. The CARES ACT provides a special opportunity for charitable deductions this year. Join…
Find out more »Glassblowing with York River Glassworks FULL
These are individual classes, not a series of classes. Learn the wonder and joy of working with glass! Initially, you will get the feel for the heat by sitting & making two objects, a glass flower, and paper weight. Working dexterity while reading heat, along with the excitement of something so different, keeps you very busy. Repeat students will move on to more advanced techniques and projects. Ages 12+ welcome. Children must attend class with their parent/guardian. Students will need…
Find out more »Virtual Color Your Canvas Kids – Snowman with Sprinkles
Color Your Canvas Kidz is back, virtually! In December, we’ll be painting a whimsical snowman ice cream cone! We’ll learn how to mix colors, shade and highlight a painting. Christina Micket will guide the young artists via Zoom class on Sunday, December 6th at 2pm. Cost for the class is $20.00 and includes supplies. You must provide an email and phone number upon registration. Sunday, December 6th at 2pm Maximum of 10 students This class is suitable for children ages…
Find out more »Open Studio Special Event with Kay Van Dyke (In-Person/Online)
Join Kay Van Dyke for an Open Studio Special on the 2nd Friday of each month, 9 to noon. This is for artists! Each time, the group will be doing something special just for artists. Perhaps a live model, perhaps instruction, maybe marketing info. Sign up at Arts on Main or just show up – free, but some events will have model fees – check the newsletter or the website to find out what’s happening each month. Bring your paints…
Find out more »Virtual Flow Art Christmas Ornaments with Patrizia Smith
Enjoy getting into the Christmas spirit by creating gorgeous ornaments for your tree or as beautiful gifts! After an introduction to the basics of "Flow Art", each participant will pour metallic paints "fluid acrylics" style onto four round, Christmas Tree ornaments. No paintbrushes required! This class is suitable for participants aged 14+ Maximum of 8 registrants When signing up for the course, registrants will need to provide their email address so that the ZOOM link can be sent to their…
Find out more »Children’s Ornament Making Workshop with Ms. Ellen
Join Ms. Ellen as we get in the holiday spirit to create two types of ornaments. First participants will craft several wood slice ornaments: a snowman, owl, and Christmas tree then they will create cookie cutter self-hardening clay ornaments. Seasonal cookies and milk included as a sweet treat! This workshop is suitable for children ages 5-12 Maximum of 10 participants
Find out more »Holiday String Quartet at Arts on Main
Join us as we celebrate the season in music! Musicians from the Courthouse Community Orchestra will perform festive songs that will put you in the holiday spirit! This event is free and reservations are required. Please call the gallery to reserve your space for this special event.
Find out more »Submit Your Work to the 10th Anniversary Art Show
10th Anniversary Exhibit Arts on Main has come a long way since Founder, Kay Van Dyke, first opened the doors in 2011. We want to continue to celebrate our metamorphosis by featuring the work of the many artists whose work has been displayed at Arts on Main over the past ten years. Deadline for submissions is 11:59pm on Monday, December 14th. Work will be reviewed by the gallery and acceptance notification will be sent Friday, December 18th by 8pm. The…
Find out more »Critique Sessions
Crit Sessions on the first & third Tuesday of every month, show your current work to get a critique. Are you stuck in the middle of a painting? Would fresh eyes help? Do you want to learn more about composition or color balancing? We help each other improve. Email: Kathy Klein at kgklein46@gmail.com to sign up and get on the email reminder list. 10am – 12pm, Free
Find out more »Glassblowing with York River Glassworks
These are individual classes, not a series of classes. Learn the wonder and joy of working with glass! Initially you will get the feel for the heat by sitting & making two objects, a glass flower and paper weight. Working dexterity while reading heat, along with the excitement of something so different, keeps you very busy. Repeat students will move on to more advanced techniques and projects. Ages 12+ welcome. Children must attend class with their parent/guardian. Students will need…
Find out more »Children’s Ornament Making Workshop with Ms. Ellen
Join Ms. Ellen as we get in the holiday spirit to create two types of ornaments. First participants will craft several wood slice ornaments: a snowman, owl, and Christmas tree then they will create cookie cutter self-hardening clay ornaments. Seasonal cookies and milk included as a sweet treat! Please note: This is the same workshop that is offered on 12/12. The same ornaments will be made in both workshops. This workshop is suitable for children ages 5-12 Maximum of 10…
Find out more »January 2021
Open Studio Special Event with Kay Van Dyke (In-Person/Online)
Join Kay Van Dyke for an Open Studio Special Event on the 2nd Friday of each month, 9 to noon. This is for artists! Each time, the group will be doing something special just for artists. Perhaps a live model, perhaps instruction, maybe marketing info. Sign up at Arts on Main or just show up – free, but some events will have model fees – check the newsletter or the website to find out what’s happening each month. Bring your…
Find out more »10th Anniversary Art Show
Arts on Main has come a long way since Founder, Kay Van Dyke, first opened the doors in 2011. We want to continue to celebrate our metamorphosis by featuring the work of the many artists whose work has been displayed here over the past ten years. The 10th Anniversary Show opens in January of 2021 with an opening reception occurring on Friday, January 8th at 5pm. Reservations are required for the opening reception. Opening Reception Friday, January 8th EXHIBITION…
Find out more »Cardboard Loom Weaving with Janet Griffin
Join weaver, Janet Griffin, for a foray into the fiber arts through Cardboard Loom Weaving. Over the course of four hours, Janet will show you everything you need to know in order to create a beautiful, woven pouch using a cardboard loom that you can recreate at home! A materials fee of $5 is due on the first day of class. A second day, to finish up the project, will be determined by students and only two-hours will be needed.…
Find out more »February 2021
Metal + Glass
Forged in fire and shaped by hand, metal and glass are two mediums that are abundant in our everyday lives but tend to be considered for their function over creative form. This exhibit aims to push beyond the mundane and reshape concept of what metal and glass can become. Metal + Glass opens on Friday, February 5th at 5pm. Reservations are required for the opening reception. Opening Reception Friday, February 5th Beverages for purchase and complimentary snacks. 5pm-5:45pm 6pm-6:45pm 7pm-7:45pm…
Find out more »Open Studio Special Event with Kay Van Dyke (In-Person/Online)
Join Kay Van Dyke for an Open Studio Special Event on the 2nd Friday of each month, 9 to noon. This is for artists! Each time, the group will be doing something special just for artists. Perhaps a live model, perhaps instruction, maybe marketing info. Sign up at Arts on Main or just show up – free, but some events will have model fees – check the newsletter or the website to find out what’s happening each month. Bring your…
Find out more »Four Harness Table Top Loom Weaving with Janet Griffin
Join weaver, Janet Griffin, for a foray into the fiber arts through Four Harness Tabletop Loom Weaving. Over the course of two days, Janet will show you everything you need to know in order to create a beautiful scarf, which would be a one-of-a-kind, wearable art piece, or a beautiful landscape that can be framed and hung on the wall. Students can take the loom home to continue working on their projects outside of classroom hours. Upon registration students will…
Find out more »March 2021
A Wandering Path: The Works of Deliece Blanchard
First Friday Opening Reception Friday, March 5th This First Friday event is sponsored by Riverwood Designs EXHIBITION DATES MARCH 4 - 27 About the Artist Deliece Blanchard paints landscapes, with lyrical and rhythmic marks that reveal her background in music. Her plein air and studio paintings are colorfully impressionistic, and frequently depict her favorite environment, the Blue Ridge Mountains. Deliece’s painting, "Blueberry Harvest" appeared in the April 2020 issue of Fine Art Connoisseur Magazine. Her painting, “Ruskin’s Garden”…
Find out more »Open Studio Special Event with Kay Van Dyke (In-Person/Online)
Join Kay Van Dyke for an Open Studio Special Event on the 2nd Friday of each month, 9 to noon. This is for artists! Each time, the group will be doing something special just for artists. Perhaps a live model, perhaps instruction, maybe marketing info. Sign up at Arts on Main or just show up – free, but some events will have model fees – check the newsletter or the website to find out what’s happening each month. Bring your…
Find out more »Triangle Loom Weaving with Janet Griffin FULL
Join weaver, Janet Griffin, for a foray into the fiber arts through Triangle Loom Weaving. Over the course of two days, Janet will show you everything you need to know in order to create a beautiful, triangular shawl, which would be a one-of-a-kind, wearable art piece. Students can take the loom home to continue working on their projects outside of classroom hours. Upon registration students will need to indicate whether they prefer to work with wool or cotton yarn. $175…
Find out more »April 2021
Open Studio Special Event with Kay Van Dyke (In-Person/Online)
Join Kay Van Dyke for an Open Studio Special on the 2nd Friday of each month, 9 to noon. This is for artists! Each time, the group will be doing something special just for artists. Perhaps a live model, perhaps instruction, maybe marketing info. Sign up at Arts on Main or just show up – free, but some events will have model fees – check the newsletter or the website to find out what’s happening each month. Bring your paints…
Find out more »June 2021
Open Studio Special Event with Kay Van Dyke (In-Person/Online)
Join Kay Van Dyke for an Open Studio Special on the 2nd Friday of each month, 9 to noon. This is for artists! Each time, the group will be doing something special just for artists. Perhaps a live model, perhaps instruction, maybe marketing info. Sign up at Arts on Main or just show up – free, but some events will have model fees – check the newsletter or the website to find out what’s happening each month. Bring your paints…
Find out more »July 2021
Open Studio Special Event with Kay Van Dyke (In-Person/Online)
Join Kay Van Dyke for an Open Studio Special on the 2nd Friday of each month, 9 to noon. This is for artists! Each time, the group will be doing something special just for artists. Perhaps a live model, perhaps instruction, maybe marketing info. Sign up at Arts on Main or just show up – free, but some events will have model fees – check the newsletter or the website to find out what’s happening each month. Bring your paints…
Find out more »August 2021
Open Studio Special Event with Kay Van Dyke (In-Person/Online)
Join Kay Van Dyke for an Open Studio Special on the 2nd Friday of each month, 9 to noon. This is for artists! Each time, the group will be doing something special just for artists. Perhaps a live model, perhaps instruction, maybe marketing info. Sign up at Arts on Main or just show up – free, but some events will have model fees – check the newsletter or the website to find out what’s happening each month. Bring your paints…
Find out more »September 2021
Open Studio Special Event with Kay Van Dyke (In-Studio/Online)
Join Kay Van Dyke for an Open Studio Special on the 2nd Friday of each month, 9 to noon. This is for artists! Each time, the group will be doing something special just for artists. Perhaps a live model, perhaps instruction, maybe marketing info. Sign up at Arts on Main or just show up – free, but some events will have model fees – check the newsletter or the website to find out what’s happening each month. Bring your paints…
Find out more »October 2021
Open Studio Special Event with Kay Van Dyke (In-Person/Online)
Join Kay Van Dyke for an Open Studio Special on the 2nd Friday of each month, 9 to noon. This is for artists! Each time, the group will be doing something special just for artists. Perhaps a live model, perhaps instruction, maybe marketing info. Sign up at Arts on Main or just show up – free, but some events will have model fees – check the newsletter or the website to find out what’s happening each month. Bring your paints…
Find out more »November 2021
Open Studio Special Event with Kay Van Dyke (In-Person/Online)
Join Kay Van Dyke for an Open Studio Special on the 2nd Friday of each month, 9 to noon. This is for artists! Each time, the group will be doing something special just for artists. Perhaps a live model, perhaps instruction, maybe marketing info. Sign up at Arts on Main or just show up – free, but some events will have model fees – check the newsletter or the website to find out what’s happening each month. Bring your paints…
Find out more »December 2021
Open Studio Special Event with Kay Van Dyke (In-Person/Online)
Join Kay Van Dyke for an Open Studio Special on the 2nd Friday of each month, 9 to noon. This is for artists! Each time, the group will be doing something special just for artists. Perhaps a live model, perhaps instruction, maybe marketing info. Sign up at Arts on Main or just show up – free, but some events will have model fees – check the newsletter or the website to find out what’s happening each month. Bring your paints…
Find out more »Arts on Main is proud to offer a wide variety of classes and workshops for both Children & Adults. Among these are Color Your Canvas Kidz, Summer Camps, After School Enrichment Programs, “Crit” Sessions, Open Studio, Paint Your Own Pottery and many more. We look forward to returning to our full complement of activities as soon as possible and complying with all safety precautions in place for Covid-19.
