Create & Paint Socials at the Visual Arts Center (VAC). Join us on Wednesday evening for "Canvas & Cabernet" painting party hosted by Tes Scholtz. Each month is a fun new painting!Enjoy a fun evening of painting and wine. If you have never painted before and want to explore a taste of art, or if […]

The Peace River National Art Festival (PRNAF) is Charlotte County's premiere outdoor juried fine arts show held in Laishley Park every March.More than 60 nationally recognized juried artists represent various mediums including art glass, fiber arts, jewelry, leather goods, metalwork, oil paintings, photography, pottery, stone sculptures and watercolor. Art demonstrations and an array of food […]

Join us for "Baubles and Bubbly", a Create & Sip jewelry making art social hosted by Bonnie Walker & Susan Priess at the Visual Arts Center (VAC). Let’s get together for some fun! Enjoy an evening of jewelry art making! New creative projects each month. Learn the techniques of working with stainless steel, then use […]

"How to View & Talk About Art" with Rosalie MackThursday, March 21, 2024 5:30 - 7:00pm This event will help you learn how to view and talk about art in a lighthearted but meaningful way. Rosalie has years of experience the art world and will share her insights and expertise with attendees. The event costs […]

Art is lifechanging & lifesaving. Join our presenters as they talk about Art & the Human Brain. Public Invited- Free to AttendMarch 22, 2024 - Reina Lombardi - "Health & Wellness-Benefits of the Arts in and as Therapy"March 29, 2024 - Olivia Ash -"Managing Loneliness through Creativity & Community"April 5, 2024 - Jim Austin- "Slow […]

Art Tour-Dali Museum, Chihuly Museum of Glass,& Columbia RestaurantIncludes:• Coach Transportation• Continental Breakfast• Admission to Chihuly• Admission to Dali• Dinner at The Historic Columbia RestaurantVAC Members $185Non-Members $235https://www.georgecustomtravel.comAn art tour collaboration between the Visual Arts Center & George Custom Travelhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1080990149684988/

Art is lifechanging & lifesaving. Join our presenters as they talk about Art & the Human Brain. Public Invited- Free to AttendMarch 22, 2024 - Reina Lombardi - "Health & Wellness-Benefits of the Arts in and as Therapy"March 29, 2024 - Olivia Ash -"Managing Loneliness through Creativity & Community"April 5, 2024 - Jim Austin- "Slow […]

Create & Sip Socials at the Visual Arts Center (VAC). Join us for Scratchboard & Sangria Saturdays from 11am-1pm hosted by Sheryl Unwin!Enjoy a fun time making a Scratchboard drawing while enjoying a glass of Sangria. Scratchboard is an illustrative technique using sharp knives and tools for engraving into a thin layer of white China […]

Create & Paint Socials at the Visual Arts Center (VAC). Join us on Wednesday evening for "Canvas & Cabernet" painting party hosted by Tes Scholtz. Each month is a fun new painting!Enjoy a fun evening of painting and wine. If you have never painted before and want to explore a taste of art, or if […]

Art is lifechanging & lifesaving. Join our presenters as they talk about Art & the Human Brain. Public Invited- Free to AttendMarch 22, 2024 - Reina Lombardi - "Health & Wellness-Benefits of the Arts in and as Therapy"March 29, 2024 - Olivia Ash -"Managing Loneliness through Creativity & Community"April 5, 2024 - Jim Austin- "Slow […]

We’re so excited to be a part of the 2024 Giving Challenge! You can support our campaign by visiting https://www.givingchallenge.org/organizations/the-charlotte-county-art-guild-inc-dba-visual-arts-center and donating noon to noon April 9 - 10. #GivingChallenge2024 #BeTheOnehttps://www.facebook.com/events/1839891669823108/

Join us for "Baubles and Bubbly", a Create & Sip jewelry making art social hosted by Bonnie Walker & Susan Priess at the Visual Arts Center (VAC). Let’s get together for some fun! Enjoy a fun evening of jewelry art making! New creative projects each month. Learn the techniques of working with stainless steel, then […]