PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL CLASSES by noon the day before the class unless otherwise noted.
Download enrollment and financial forms here
FOR ALL CLASSES:
• Must pre-register and pre-pay before class date;
• Safety Protocols, mask policy;
• Limited number of students
• If age 14 or younger, an adult must accompany youth and stay for the duration of the class
We offer a variety of classes for teens and kids too! They make a great gift. Check them out here.
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MANDALA PAINTING
Thursday, Mar. 27
5:30–7pm
$25 per person includes all supplies, tea & treats
Min: 5
Get ready for a mindful and relaxing experience! There will be MANDALA DOT ART MAKING and SWEET TREATS WITH TEA! The repetition of patterns and choice of colors provides a pathway to process emotions, boost self-esteem, gives a sense of accomplishment, as well as allows exploration and self-expression. Plus it’s so much FUN!
AND … bits of Chaffee family and art center history will be shared during the class.
MUST PRE-REGISTER
Family Fun Oil Painting for Ages 5 and Up*
1st Saturday of each month
Saturday, Apr. 5
11am–1pm
$30 per attendee includes all supplies
Instructor: Spencer Pelkey,
Min: 5
Ages: 5 & up
(*Those ages 5–15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.)
We encourage families and friends to gather your crew and join us. This is a family friendly class where you can have fun while creating art together. These classes are open to groups of children and adults, no experience necessary.
If you’re coming with others, give us your group’s name and we will try to sit you together.
Attendees will learn the Alla Prima Oil technique. This practice involves applying wet paint to wet paint, done in one sitting. Follow along with an instructor and leave with a finished painting.
Must Pre-register
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Sip ‘n’ Dip
Thursday, Apr. 10
6–8pm
Are YOU ready for some fun!
Perfect for a date night or just out with friends!
Attendees follow along with an instructor and leave with a finished acrylic painting. BYO wine.
Instructor: Sally Hogan
Image: Water Lilies
$35 per person includes all supplies; Min: 5
Figure Drawing with live model
3rd Wednesday of each month
Next session will be Apr. 16, 5–7pm
Bring own supplies.
Minimum students: 4
Sign up for 4 weeks at $60 or $20 per class
Book Group
Wednesday, Apr. 16
5:30–6:30pm
Book Group will discuss The Tools: 5 Tools to Help You Find Courage, Creativity, and Willpower — and Inspire You to Live Life in Forward Motion, by Barry Michels and Phil Stutz
3rd Wednesday of each month, RSVP Required
We are excited to be partnering with Phoenix Books on Center St., Rutland! Book Group members get 20% off purchase of our monthly book.
Oil Painting (Alla Prima Technique)
Wednesday, Apr. 16
6–8pm
Instructor: Spencer Pelkey
$35 per person includes all supplies
Min: 5, Max: 12
Learn the Alla Prima Oil technique. This practice involves applying wet paint to wet paint, done in one sitting. No experience necessary. Follow along with an instructor and leave with a finished painting.
Must Pre-register
Pour Painting
Thursday, Apr. 17
6–8pm
Instructor: Lorrie Amerio Maniery
$40 per person includes all supplies
Min: 5, Max: 12
Learn the pour painting technique.
Follow along with an instructor and leave with a finished painting.
Must Pre-register
Oil Painting – Adult Intermediate Level
Wednesday, Apr. 23
6–8pm
$35 per attendee
Instructor: Spencer Pelkey
Min: 5
Ages: 15+
This class is designed for those who have experience painting with oils and have their own brushes. A canvas and oil paints will be provided.
Attendees will paint in the Alla Prima Oil technique. This practice involves applying wet paint to wet paint, done in one sitting. Follow along with an instructor and leave with a finished painting. Please remember to bring your own brushes, there are some basic brushes available.
Must Pre-register
Weekly Classes
Connections & Interconnections of Life Weekly Group
Fridays
12–1pm
Must RSVP
This group will meet weekly on Fridays at Noon at the Chaffee Art Center. The idea is to create a place to share with others (thoughts, philosophies, spirituality, cultures, and more) in a respectful way. All are welcome. Please RSVP https://chaffeeartcenter.square.site/
Bone Builders at the Chaffee
Free weekly classes Wed. & Fri.
Wednesdays, 3:30–4:30pm
Fridays, 11am–12pm
Volunteer Instructor: Heather Wilson
Back-up Instructor: Lisa Allen
This is a free program through RSVP.
All you need to bring with you is a bottle of water.
The RSVP Bone Builders Program relies upon weight training and balance exercises to protect against fractures caused by osteoporosis by increasing muscular strength, balance and bone density. All classes are free!
Must pre-register: https://chaffeeartcenter.square.site/
Drop n Paint Weekly Saturday Activity
All Ages
Time: 12–2pm
$25 per person — All materials will be set up and ready for you with a choice of 3 images you can paint. Includes use of: Canvas, paint, brushes, easel, smock.
[Youth must be accompanied by an adult.]
MUST PRE REGISTER by Friday Noon
If last minute decision, please call first!
Note: This is DIY. If you would like an instructor at an additional fee, please call 802.775.0356
Artery
FREE Adult group for connection, inspiration, and a place to create with others.
Join in the fun and creative energy every Thursday 10:30am–12pm!
Painting, crafting, creating … in all mediums welcome.
No set topic or instructor, attendees will work on their individual artwork.
• It’s FREE if bring own painting supplies (donation appreciated)
• Option for those that need supplies: Chaffee provides … paint (watercolor, acrylic, oil, pastel), canvas, brushes, easel — $20 per person
MUST PRE-REGISTER
Ukulele Group
FREE…Thursdays, 12–1pm
Attendees will play a group of sheet music. All levels welcome.
Ages: Adults and 12+
Note: This is not a class, but a group enjoying playing the ukulele together. Attendees will have a selection of music to play from. All levels welcome.
MUST PRE-REGISTER BY WEDNESDAY at 12pm at https://chaffeeartcenter.square.site/ or call number below.
There are a limited amount of in-house instruments that can be used … they need to be reserved 802-775-0356.
Payments and Refunds
Checks payable to: Chaffee Art Center
16 South Main Street, Rutland VT 05701
[email protected]
Effective April 22, 2024 — Full payment is required to secure your space in classes. There are minimum and maximum enrollment limits, so be sure to register quickly to ensure your place. Students will be notified if a class is to be canceled due to low registration at least a week in advance and will be refunded in full.
Refund requests must be received at least two weeks prior to the beginning of the class. An administration fee of 50% of the class price is non-refundable, and the credit card charge will be added. After the two-week window, a partial class credit may be processed at the discretion of the Director. Class credits are non-refundable/non-transferable. No shows or cancellations the day of the class are not eligible for refund or class credit.
Please note: Classes are normally held in our second floor studio only accessible via the grand staircase. Sometimes we are able to hold them on the first floor that is accessible by a ramp from the parking lot, or you may be able to do it via zoom. It is important to call ahead to see if we can make arrangements.