Visual Arts Classes
Let your imagination flourish
The Durango Arts Center offers year-round visual art programs for ages 5+, including After School Art hosted in the Durango School District 9R elementary schools, summer and winter holiday camps, and specialized programs for middle school youth. We also offer adult classes in a variety of media.
Whether engaging our local youth with professional artists in the Education Studio or reaching out to local schools, DAC aspires to cultivate creativity in learners of all ages and abilities.
Questions?
Ben Dukeminier, Director: Visual Arts & Education
ben@durangoarts.org
(970) 259-2606, Ext 15
Upcoming Visual Arts Classes
Wheel Throwing with Jim
Wednesdays: April 22 - May 27
Warhol and Wine: Cherry Blossoms
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Warhol and Wine: Lovebirds
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Stained Glass: Hummingbirds
Saturdays: May 16 & May 23
Art Camp with Mrs. Huml #1 (ages 7-11)
June 1-4, 2026
Art Camp with Mrs. Huml #2 (ages 7-11)
June 8-11, 2026
Warhol and Wine: Flowers
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Young Renaissance Artist Program (ages 10-15)
June 15-18, 2026
Summer Kids Clay Club (ages 7-11)
June 22-25, 2026
Working on the Wheel (ages 10-16)
June 29 - July 2, 2026
The Art of Circus (ages 10-15)
July 6-9, 2026
Art Exploration Camp (ages 7-11)
July 13-16, 2026
Warhol and Wine: Sunset Burst
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Painting Basics with Mr. B (ages 7-11)
July 20-23, 2026
Finding Form Through Sculpture (ages 10-15)
July 27-30, 2026
Warhol and Wine: Purple Mountain Majesty
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Policies & Procedures
If DAC needs to cancel:
The Durango Arts Center may cancel a class or workshop if minimum enrollment isn’t met. Once a class is underway, individual sessions may occasionally need to be canceled due to unforeseen circumstances, such as inclement weather. If that happens, we’ll do our best to offer a make-up session. When needed, DAC may also bring in a substitute instructor to ensure classes continue as smoothly as possible.
If a student needs to cancel or doesn’t attend:
If you need to cancel your enrollment and would like a refund, please contact DAC at least 10 days before the class start date. With 10 days’ notice, we’ll refund your payment minus a 15% registration fee based on tuition. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer refunds for cancellations made within 10 days of the class or workshop start date. If you register within that 10-day window, your registration is non-refundable. We’re also unable to offer refunds or make-up sessions for absences due to personal scheduling conflicts.
Please contact info@durangoarts.org for class cancellations.
Scholarships
The Durango Arts Center is proud to remove financial barriers to classes for all participants. Don’t hesitate to reach out to Executive Director Beth Lamberson Warren with questions: beth@durangoarts.org
The Durango Arts Center is able to offer year-round scholarship assistance thanks to the generosity of individuals and local foundations such as:
Scholarship applications are considered on a first-come, first-serve basis until funds are dispersed. Youth in Big Brothers Big Sisters receive full tuition scholarships for art classes and Durango Youth Theater camps. To apply, please complete and submit the scholarship application form.
Payment Procedures
Scholarships cover tuition only. Depending on the class, you may still be responsible for any remaining tuition balance, the required membership fee, and occasionally the cost of supplies. Once you’re notified, please be sure to finalize your registration and pay any remaining balance within one week so we can hold your spot. If we don’t receive payment within that time, the scholarship and class space may be offered to another student.