ArtHaus classes
ArtHaus offers several classes at 3840 Ridgewood Ave., Port Orange.
A winter holiday camp will be offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 20, to Friday, Dec. 23.
Snacks and supplies will be included. Children should bring their own lunch. The cost is $200 per child. Advance registration required. Seating is limited.
Acrylic Painting Class for ages 18 and older will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturdays. The classes are taught by professional artists Aaron Shelton and Savannah Zanosky. These are two-class sessions and supplies are included. Each class is $60 and includes a professionally hand-stretched canvas.
Arts After School will meet from 4 to 5p.m. Tuesdays for ages 5 and older. The cost is $20 per class and all supplies are included. Registration is required.
For more information or to register, call (386) 767-0076 or visit arthaus.org.
Gallery extends deadline for alternative space
Arts on Douglas alt_space gallery has extended the deadline for 2023-24 exhibit proposals until midnight Monday, Dec. 5.
Florida artists age 18 or older may apply. Individual and group exhibit proposals will be considered. Applying artists must not have current gallery representation in Voluminous County. There is no fee to apply.
For more information, visit articulateness or transmittable.
Atlantic Center for the Arts
Atlantic Center for the Arts offers a variety of programs at its main campus, downtown and other locations in New Smyrna Beach.
ACA has an open call for previous associate artists from its residency program to participate in the inaugural Informant Exhibit. Deadline is Dec. 2. Exhibit dates will be Feb. 11 to May 6.
An Andrew Janis exhibit will be from Nov. 17 to Feb. 6 at Pabst Visitor Center & Gallery, 1414 Art Center Ave. Gallery hours are 10 am. to 4 pm. Tuesday to Friday and 10 am. to 2 pm. Saturday.
Jan Tomlinson Master: Configured will be on display until Dec. 9 in the alt_space Gallery, 123 Douglas St.. An artist’s talk will be at 11 am. Dec. 9.
The Jack Mitchell Portrait Gallery showcases 180 Artist photographs spanning 22 years from ACA’s inaugural residency in 1982 to the end of 2004. The 16- by 14-inch black and white portraits are a part of ACA’s permanent collection.
Second Saturday Soundwalk will be at 11 a.m. Dec. 10 at Apollo Beach in Canaveral National Seashore. It will featuring Mary Edwards, 2022 ACA Soundscape Field Station artist-in-residence. Meet at Eldora State House. Free with park admission and open to the public. For a reservation, visit atlanticcenterforthearts.org/store/soundwalk/.
Yin Yoga and Soundbath will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, in the dance studio at 1414 Art Center Ave. It combines yin yoga for relaxation and stretching with sound bath healing for deep meditation. Michele Benton of Om Sunshine Yoga and Stacey Colbath of Love Hertz Sound Healing, will lead it. The cost is $25 for members or $35 for non-members.
ACA Volunteer League will present IMAGES Holiday Boutique at Harris House at 214 S. Riverside Drive. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4.
For more information, call (386) 427-6975 or visit atlanticcenterforthearts.org.
Artists Workshop
Artists Workshop of New Smyrna Beach offers adult art and clay classes, and workshops at 540 Barracuda Blvd.
Registration is open for December classes in glazing from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday Dec. 10, and creating a Christmas Nativity Scene from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 and 10.
Studio hours are 9:30 am. to 4 pm. Monday to Friday.
The exhibit “Deck the Walls” will be on display Dec. 3 to 30 at the Gallery on Canal at 115 Canal St. Hours are 11 am. to 3 pm. Tuesday to Saturday.
For more information, email [email protected], call (386) 424-9254 or visit artistsworkshopinc.com.
Hub on Canal
The Hub on Canal has workshops and classes at 132 Canal St., New Smyrna Beach.
First Saturday at The Hub on Canal will be Dec. 3.
•Founders Gallery opening reception will be from 4-7 p.m. for “Under Pressure,” selections from the Seminole County Printmakers. Exhibit will be display to Dec. 30.
•Art Connections will be from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., offering an inside look at the work of more than 60 local artists.
•Live Music with RhythmWorks will be from 11 a.m. to 1p.m. outside The Hub and Jim Bryer in the lobby from 5 to 7 p.m.
•Talk Art! will be from 1 to 2 p.m. with Art of the Gourd, an informal demo and conversation with Hub artist Debbe Hildinger.
•All First Saturday events free and open to the public.
Holiday Gourd Ornaments with Debbe Hildinger will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5. Learn how to make one-of-a-kind holiday ornaments. The fee is $110 for members; $125 for non-members, all supplies included. For more information, contact Ms. Hildinger at (805) 264-5183 or [email protected].
Fused Glass Jewelry with Vera Rekstad will meet from 10:30 to 12:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9. Fee is $45 for members and $55 for non-members (plus $12 supplies fee paid to instructor).
Using Negatives – Cyanotype Workshop with Judy Pickett will meet from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec 10. The fee if $55 for members and $65 for non-members (plus $10 supplies fee paid to instructor. For more information, email [email protected].
Painting With Mops and Other Unusual Tools, A Demonstration by Jules Silver will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10. The event is free and open to the public.
Registration is open for the two sessions of Winter Art Camp for Children ages 6-11. Camp Sessions are led by artist-instructors Lisa Carlson and Heather Wolynic.
•Session 1: Pet Palooza, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Dec. 21-22. Participants will create their favorite pet, imaginary or real, using clay, paint and fiber.
•Session 2: Time Travel with Santa Through the Arts with Heather Wolynic, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Dec. 21-22. Santa and his reindeer fly through six famous paintings. Students will learn about the paintings and artists.
•Session 3: Seaside Sculpture, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Dec. 28-29. Sculpt and create surf- and sea-themed projects using clay, wood and paint.
•Session 4: Winter Wonderland, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Dec. 28-29. Students will make winter-themed art.
The fee is $65 per two-day session for members; $75 per two-day session for non-members. Cost includes art supplies; scholarships available. To register, visit thehuboncanal.org or call (386) 957- 3924.
The third annual The Spirit of Christmas will be until Monday, Dec. 26. The Giving Tree opened Sunday, Nov. 13. Holiday Gallery of Gifts opened Friday, Nov. 25. The Art of the Trees will open Monday, Nov. 28.
Painting Foundations with Mary Gerlach meets 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays. The fee is $20 per class (bring your own supplies). To register, call (386) 846-3104.
Jewelry Making and Design with Debbie Moser meets from 4 to 5:45 p.m. Fridays. The cost is $20 per class (materials and basic tools provided). To register, email [email protected].
Group Ukulele with Sally Mackay meets multiple times during the week. The cost is $20 per class. To register, call (386) 235-4140.
Elevate your Drawing Skills with Bob Stinziano will be from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. each Monday. All skill levels welcome. The fee is $20 per class. Space is limited. To register, call (386) 944-9249 or email [email protected].
French language classes with Yveline Del Villar are offered multiple times during the week. The fee is $20 per class. To register, email [email protected] or call (407) 760-7355.
Benvenuto in Italia! with Joanne Kehrli will meet Tuesdays with beginners 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. and intermediate 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. The fee is $96 for eight-week. To register call (703) 727-7897 or email [email protected].
Harmonica with Farley Palmer will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. second Thursday of each month. Open to students of all levels. The fee is $10 per class.
Volunteers are needed for the reception desk, special events, outreach programs, promotional events, building maintenance and most all areas of operations.
For more information or to register for classes, visit thehuboncanal.org or call (386) 957-3924.
Jane’s Art Center
Jane’s Art Center will host Juried Exhibit: Size Matters, Small Art with a Big Impact from Dec. 1 to 23 at 199 Downing St., New Smyrna Beach.
Opening reception will be from 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3.
A free Raku Pottery Firing Demonstration by Instructor Andres Montenegro will be from 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3.
Beginning Hand-Building & Wheel-Throwing Ceramic Workshops will meet throughout December.
One-Day Ceramic Classes for adults and children will meet throughout December.
Admission is free. For more information or to register, visit janesartcenter.com or call (386) 402-8673.
Art League of Daytona Beach
Beaux Arts Annual Members’ Exhibit will be on display from Sunday, Nov. 20, to Sunday, Dec. 18, at The Art League of Daytona Beach, 433 S. Palmetto St., Daytona Beach.
For more information, visit artleague.org or call (386) 947-7103.
Museum of Arts & Sciences
The Museum of Arts & Sciences offers events and exhibits at 352 S. Nova Road, Daytona Beach.
Pacific Exotics: The Woodblock Prints of Paul Jacoulet will be on display until Jan. 15. Mr. Jacoulet designed a set of woodblock prints that are beautifully composed, visually exciting and masterfully produced.
The Art of Susan Zukowsky exhibit opening will be from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. Ms. Zukowsky’s art is based on dreamlike theatrical tableaus. Tour the exhibit with Ms. Zukowsky and gain insight into her perspectives. There will be a cash bar and food truck. Reservations are required. Admission is free for members and $5 for non-members.
Family Ties: Joachim Murat and Family in the MOAS Collection will be on display until Dec. 4. This exhibit in the Museum’s North Corridor gallery focuses on paintings and prints depicting the Murat family.
“Minor Masterpieces: Porcelain Painted Scenes from the Collection” will be on display to Dec. 4. The exhibit highlights miniature scenes, some of which were painted by highly-regarded painters.
“Tech Savvy: Home Technology from 1890s to the 1990s” will be on display until Dec. 4.
The annual meeting and installation of officers and trustees will be at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5. There will be plated hor d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Business attire requested. Reservations are required.
Jingle & Mingle Holiday Social will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8. Celebrate the holidays with after-hours access to all galleries, food trucks, holiday specialty cocktails, live music and door prizes. Finish up your holiday shopping with unique gifts from local Indie artists and artisans, a wine tasting and sales station with a Sommelier from S.R. Perrott, and discounts and offers from the museum store. Come dressed in your most festive attire.
Registration required. Admission is $5 for members and $8 for non-members.
An Afternoon with Florida History will be from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, in the Root Family Auditorium. Free for members or with paid museum admission. Senior Curator Zach Zacharias will talk about the many famous shipwrecks in Florida history.
Night Sky Viewing Party will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, in the MOAS courtyard. Weather permitting, Lohman Planetarium staff will provide telescope views and laser tours of the night sky. Guests are welcome to bring chairs and telescopes/binoculars. A special presentation of “The Sky Tonight” will be in the Planetarium at 7 p.m. (limited seating). The show is $5 for adults, $3 for children. The outdoor portion is free and open to the public.
Tinker Day will be from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10. Join MOAS educators and GE Volunteers for a day of tinkering and building. Different stations will be set up so families can work together.
“Key West: Southernmost USA” exhibit is on display. Explore the southernmost point of the continental United States.
The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
For more information or to register for classes or events, call (386) 255-0285 or visit moas.org.
Ormond Memorial Art Museum
Ormond Memorial Art Museum is hosting Glitter, Glow, Shine & Sparkle, a dazzling community exhibit, on display Dec. 1 to 31, at 78 E. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach.
The month-long show will feature work in a variety of mediums by more than 40 artists.
Succulent Moon Workshop with Lanipots will be from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7. Participants will receive a variety of succulents to create your moon. The cost is $60 for members and $65 for non-members
For more information, visit ormondartmuseum.org or call (386) 676-3347.
Xpress Yourself Art Class
Xpress Yourself is a community-based art program, will hostr classes in December.
Those who attend will create a keepsake item made with plaster of Paris, choosing the mold and design while they supply the materials.
Locations are:
•Port Orange: The Extension of Alberto’s Pizza from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 12, in Suite E at 4036 S Nova Road
•Daytona Beach: Schnebly Center from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at 1101 N. Atlantic Ave.
For more information, call (386) 500-8589, email [email protected] or visit xpress-your-self.com.
Photography exhibit
Fine Art Photographer Robyn Cowlan will exhibit her work until Feb. 28 at Environmental Discovery Center, 601 Division Ave., Ormond Beach.
The center is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday. For more information, call (386) 615-7081.
Art Spotlight
Florida Women’s Arts Association will have “It’s The Little Things” exhibit on display until Dec. 31 at Art Spotlight at 67 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach.
Artists render some of their favorite “Little Things” in 2D and 3D.
An opening reception will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3.
Gallery hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday.
West Volusia Artists
The West Volusia Artists will meet to share and paint from 9 a.m. to noon, Friday, Friday, Dec. 2, at the Sanborn Center, 815 S. Alabama Ave., Deland.
Artists of all levels are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Melinda Cummings, president, at (386) 846-3330.
Teddy Bear Brunch
The Guild of the Museum of Art-DeLand will host a Teddy Bear Brunch from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 3, at 600 N. Woodland Blvd. DeLand.
There will be brunch with Santa, including photo ops, entertainment and teddy bear cookies. Participants should bring their favorite Teddy Bear.
Doors open at 9:45 a.m.
Tickets are $12. Appropriate for ages 3 to 10. Call for special seating requests. Tickets available at the museum.
For more information, call (386) 734-4371.
Gateway Center for the Arts
Gateway Center for the Arts hosts pottery classes for adults from noon to 2 p.m. each Wednesday at 880 N. U.S. 17/92, DeBary.
Classes are for beginner and intermediate students. Each session is $50. Masks are required and class sizes are limited.
Open Studio is at 10 a.m. each Tuesday.
Crafts & Carols will meet from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3. The center will have booths with hands-on activities for children and a visit from Santa.
David McElroy presents a one-man show of the classic “A Christmas Carol” at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10. Tickets are $25 and available online or at the door now.
The NYCE Guys Holiday Concert will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17. They perform Motown/Oldies and Rat Pack style songs. Tickets are $20.
The center has issued a call for artist for the 2023 members exhibit. There are no entrance fees. The show will be Jan. 29 to March 4. To register, call (386) 775-7347.
Volunteers are needed and can participate in events and shows for free, while also gaining credit for future classes and shows.
For more information or a reservation, call (386) 668-5553 or visit gatewaycenterforthearts.org.
African American Museum Of the Art
African American Museum of Art will host an exhibit by Joy Hayes at 325 S. Clara Ave., DeLand.
Ms. Hayes is a multidimensional artist who has worked with a variety of media and techniques, but she is most recognized for her large-scale pastel illustrations of famous individuals.
The exhibit will be on display until Jan. 14. Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday and Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. For more information, call (386) 736-4004 or africanmuseumdeland.org.
Museum of Art-DeLand
Museum of Art-DeLand will host Robert Shetterly’s “Americans Who Tell the Truth, Portraits of Activists” exhibit until Dec. 11 at 600 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand.
Mr. Shetterly, 75, an activist and self-taught artist, has been painting outspoken Americans for more than 20 years. More than 50 of his portraits will be featured.
Najee Dorsey’s Southern Crossroads will be featured at the Museum of Art-DeLand until Dec. 23 at 100 N. Woodland Blvd.
For more information, call (386) 734-4371 or email [email protected].
Youth Choir
The Singsations Youth Choir for ages 7-13 will have rehearsals from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays through December at Dickinson Memorial Library and Hall, 148 Albertus Way. Orange City. For more information, call (386) 216-9917.
The Singphony Youth Chorus for girls and boys from fourth to eighth grade will meet from 3:45 to 5 p.m. each Wednesday at 880 N. U.S. 17/92, DeBary. Tuition is $175 per semester and $25 chorus fee from August to December. The holiday concert will be at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9.
For more information, call (386) 668-1060.
