DAC ART CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

At DAC, we offer a wide array of art classes and workshops designed for adults of all experience levels. From our weekly figure drawing sessions and playful Making Art for Art’s Sake make-and-take workshops, to multi-part series in advanced painting, there’s sure to be something that inspires you. Join us and discover an all-new passion, or hone your skills!

Cancellations & Refunds
If a class must be canceled due to unforeseen circumstances or low enrollment, all registered students will receive a full refund and be notified by email.

Age Guidelines
Unless otherwise noted, all classes are intended for adults (18+) and may not be suitable for children.

Art Class Series

Looking for textile art and crafting classes?

For classes in weaving, textile arts, fabric dyeing, soap-making, and more, offered by our creative partners at Hawai‘i Handweavers’ Hui, please visit hawaiihandweavers.org.

  • Monday Night Life Drawing Group (Mondays, 2025)

    DAC is pleased to host the revival of Monday Night Life Drawing Group, a weekly artist-run uninstructed drawing session with live models, music, and a great collaborative, creative atmosphere.

    All artists are asked to bring all their own equipment and supplies. Seating is primarily at tables.

    Facilitator: Jared Wickware
    Mondays, 6 - 8:30 p.m.
    Tuition: $15 per session online, $20 at the door
    Limit 25 people.

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  • Making Art for Art's Sake (Saturdays, 2025)

    Unleash your creativity in our weekly make-and-take workshops, where DAC teaching artists guide small groups through fun, one-off projects in various media, designed to spark inspiration and introduce new art-making techniques.

    Instructor: Various
    Every Saturday from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
    Ages: Adults 18+ (or 16+ accompanied by a parent or guardian)
    Tuition: $20 (all materials included)

    —DECEMBER—

    12/6 - Christmas Vignettes (Charlene DeLory) Max 12

    12/13 - Mixed Media Ornament (Cathy Gleason) Max 12

    12/20: CLOSED for the season!

    …With more to come!

    For questions or cancellations, please email classes@downtownarthi.org.

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  • Tuesday Portrait Sessions (Tuesdays, 2025)

    This weekly uninstructed session focuses on creating portraits of the clothed model, with live models, music, and a great collaborative, creative atmosphere.

    All artists are asked to bring all their own equipment and supplies. Seating is primarily at tables.

    Facilitator: Alla Parsons
    Tuesdays, 1 - 3:30 p.m.
    Tuition: $15 per session online, $20 at the door
    Limit 25 people

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Weekly Sessions (2026)