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2024 Holiday Art Classes

November 18, 2024Amy GonzalesArt Classesart, art classes, artcenter, classes, emporia, emporia arts center, holiday art

‘Tis the season to create art! Holiday Art Classes are now open for registration!

This year, we’re excited to offer Family Classes to bring holiday cheer to everyone! Join as a family or come solo—either way, it’s going to be festive fun!

Get hands-on in Rhonda Denney’s Holiday Hand Building class and make your very own holiday gnomes!

Registration for Holiday classes at https://emporiaksarts.org/art-education/holiday-classes – go to the Art Education tab, come by the Arts Center located at 815 Commercial or give us a call at 620-343-6473

Veterans Exhibition

October 28, 2024Amy GonzalesGalleryart, artcenter, artwork, emporia, emporia arts center, gallery, kansas, veterans, veterans exhibition

Join us in celebrating the service and creativity of our veterans as we honor their dedication both in and out of uniform. This exhibition is a powerful reminder of the enduring spirit of our veterans, capturing their resilience, creativity, and unique perspectives through the transformative power of art.

This is an annual exhibition showing the artistic work of all veterans and those currently serving in all branches. It is a juried show with placement for 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, and People’s Choice. Voting for People’s Choice will begin at 10:00 am on November 1^st, ending at 5:15 pm during the artist reception.

ESB Financial has generously donated $100 for the Best of Show Award and $100 for the People’s Choice Award. Additionally, ESB Financial will provide $50 to 2^nd and 3^rd place winners.

David Mai – Echoes of the Plains

October 4, 2024Amy GonzalesGalleryart, artcenter, artwork, ceramics, emporia, emporia arts center, gallery, glass, kansas, mixed media, rural kansas

October 4th – 26th · Artist Reception, Oct. 4th 5-6 pm

Echoes of the Plains consists of mixed media sculptures that serve as visual memoirs, capturing abstract images of farmland and agricultural practices. Rooted from David’s autobiographical memories from his upbringing in rural Kansas, his sculptures reflect his experiences and environment.

David has been an advocate for art education – serving as a Kansas Artist-in-Education and teaching art in Emporia schools. In retirement, he continues to share his passion for ceramics through teaching classes at the Emporia Art Center and promoting art in the community.

CALLING ALL VETERAN ARTISTS!

October 4, 2024Amy GonzalesGalleryart, artcenter, artwork, emporia, emporia arts center, kansas, veterans exhibition

Are you a U.S. Military Veteran with a passion for art? We want to showcase your work!

The Emporia Arts Center invites Veteran artists to participate in a special exhibition honoring U.S. Veterans as part of Emporia’s annual Veterans Day Celebration.

Exhibition information > https://emporiaksarts.org/veteranshowinformation/ or stop by the Arts Center located at 815 Commercial St. and talk with Sarah!

Buckets N Boards

September 27, 2024Amy GonzalesPerforming Artsart, artcenter, Buckets N Boards, comedy show, emporia, emporia arts center, kansas, percussion, Performing Arts, performing arts series

Exciting News! EAC’s Performing Arts Series kicks off with the hilarious and high-energy show by Buckets N Boards on October 26th at 2:00 pm!

Get ready for an unforgettable experience featuring amazing percussion, ridiculous songs, spectacular tap dancing, and a whole lot of musical talent!

Grab your tickets now! https://emporiaksarts.org/bucketsnboards/ or stop by the Arts Center at 815 Commercial St. · FREE to Emporia State University students!

A big THANK YOU to our Major Presenting Sponsor: Mitchell-Markowitz Construction and Event Partner Bluestem Farm & Ranch Supply!

Join us for Chalk Fest!

August 23, 2024Amy GonzalesUncategorizedart, artcenter, chalk art, community, emporia, emporia arts center, kansas

September 21st – 8am – 5pm – 800 Block of Commercial St. This event is FREE to attend!

What to expect!

· Kids zone – Face painting & chalk by number mosaic
· 3 featured artists – Heather Sulzen, Nancy Ponitus & Hailey Quick
· Food trucks – Grab & Go Hotdogs, Chi Em Eats, Shelby’s Snack Shack, Whisk & Flip and Emporia Middle School

Interested in participating?! https://emporiaksarts.org/chalk-fest/ for more information!

Self Portrait Study

August 9, 2024Amy GonzalesArt Classesart, artcenter, classes, emporia, emporia arts center, kansas, painting, self portrait

EAC & Trox Gallery and Gifts are teaming up for a Self Portrait Study!

Join us for a special 3-part class where you’ll create your very own self-portrait for the Trox Gallery & Gifts Annual Reflections: Self Portrait Show! Our talented teacher will guide you through every step of the process.

BONUS: Enrolling in this class gives you an automatic entry into the Reflections: Self – Portrait Show.

ENROLL HERE https://emporiaksarts.org/art-education/fall-classes/

Chalk Fest Registration is Open!

July 12, 2024Amy GonzalesArt Classes, Galleryart, artcenter, chalk, chalk fest, emporia, emporia arts center, family event, kansas

It’s time to register for Chalk Fest!

Want to create a piece of artwork by only using chalk?! Well, now is your chance! You do not have to be an artist to participate in this family friendly event. Join in on the fun and let’s chalk up the entire 800 block of Commercial St.

Chalk Fest Registration & Info https://emporiaksarts.org/chalk-fest-registration/ or come down to the arts center located at 815 Commercial St. to fill out a paper form.

August 31st is the deadline to register. Questions? Contact Sarah Barrett at sbarrett@emporiaksarts.org

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Art Classes this week!

July 8, 2024Amy GonzalesArt Classesart, artcenter, classes, emporia, emporia arts center, summer art

The EAC team had a week off to rest and enjoy the holiday and now we are back and excited for this weeks classes! Learn about the famous artist Claude Monet and create works of art inspired by his iconic style!

#art #artclasses #summer #youth #creativesummer #monet

Become A Member Today!

June 28, 2024Amy GonzalesMembershipart, artcenter, classes, discount classes, emporia, emporia arts center, gallery, kansas, member, Performing Arts, support

Receive a discount on art classes when you become a member of the Emporia Arts Center!

Are you looking to master a new skill or enhance an existing one? As a member you will receive a percentage off on Fall, Winter and Spring art classes for your children, grandkids or yourself!

Become A Member > https://emporiaksarts.org/support/become-a-member/

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