VisArts is Closed Sunday, January 16th
Due to the forecasted winter storm Izzy, VisArts will be closed Sunday, January 16th and all classes are cancelled.
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VisArts Accepting Applications for Spring/Summer 2022 Studio Access Residency Program
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond (VisArts) is currently accepting applications for the Spring/Summer Studio Access Residency program. The application deadline closes on February 2, 2022. VisArts’ Studio Access Residency is designed to support two emerging or established visual artists to develop new ideas and foster artistic exploration by providing free access to VisArts’ 17 […]
read moreVisArts Implements New Vaccination Requirement and COVID-19 Policy Updates
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond will require that all adults ages 18 and over be fully vaccinated, as defined by the CDC, to attend in-person classes or participate in studio access programs. This requirement will take effect on March 28, 2022. Individuals must provide proof of vaccination and have this verified before attending their […]
read moreVisArts is Closed Tuesday, January 4th
VisArts will be closed Tuesday, January 4th due to inclement weather.
read moreVisArts Closed on Monday, January 3
Due to inclement weather, the Visual Arts Center of Richmond will be closed on Monday, January 3rd. Please check our website and social media platforms for up-to-date information about our schedule.
read moreVisArts Closed Dec. 24 Through January 3
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond will be closed from Friday, Dec. 24 through January 2, 2022. VisArts will re-open on Monday, January 3rd, 2022.
read moreVisArts Raises Over $16,000 During ‘Of Mud & Blood’ Exhibition Silent Auction
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond raised over $16,000 at the conclusion of the “Of Mud & Blood” exhibition silent auction. The artwork at the exhibition were collaborative works between Central Virginia-based ceramicists and tattoo artists. “Of Mud & Blood” explored these centuries-old crafts through various vessels, sculptures and other forms. The ‘Unlucky Strike Vase’ […]
read moreQ&A With Matt Cricchio, Author and Instructor of VisArts’ Yearlong Novel-Writing Class
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond is giving aspiring novelists the perfect opportunity to kick-start their writing careers in 2022. VisArts’ yearlong novel-writing class kicks off again this January. In this special class, writers will have the chance to spend an entire year workshopping their writing with Richmond-based author, Matt Cricchio. Cricchio is a Navy […]
read moreVisArts Closed Thursday, Nov. 25 and Friday Nov. 26 for the Thanksgiving Holiday
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond will be closed on Thursday, November 25 and Friday, November 26th for the Thanksgiving holiday.
read moreVisArts Unveils “Granby House” During CRAFT + DESIGN Weekend: Its Most Recent Property Acquisition Will Serve as Resident-Artist Housing.
November 22, 2021 (Richmond, VA), The Visual Arts Center of Richmond (VisArts) unveiled its most recent acquisition, a residential property at 1 Granby Street, during its 57th Annual Craft + Design weekend. Craft + Design, which took place online this year, is a three-day signature event that celebrates local, regional, and national craft arts. “Granby […]
read moreOver 500 Guests Attend “Of Mud & Blood” Opening; Pieces Up for Auction Until Dec. 20
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond (VisArts) hosted over 500 guests at the opening for “Of Mud & Blood,” an exhibition that features collaborative works by Central Virginia-based ceramicists and tattoo artists. The exhibition explores these centuries-old crafts through various vessels, sculptures and many other forms. Known for their own traditional styles and techniques, the […]
read moreVirginia This Morning Features Craft + Design
Virginia This Morning invites VisArts Executive Director Stefanie Fedor on air to discuss the 57th Annual Craft + Design Show.
read moreVisArts Resident Artist Exhibition Celebrates Diverse Mediums in a Week-long Exhibition, “Where the Pieces Fall”
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond (VisArts) hosted over 140 guests at the opening for “Where the Pieces Fall,” a culmination of works by 15 Studio Access resident artists at VisArts. The artists used different mediums to answer the question, “What happens when something falls apart? Can they be put back together and become something […]
read moreVisArts resident artist exhibition, “Where the Pieces Fall” included in River City Roundup.
VisArts resident artist exhibition, “Where the Pieces Fall” included in Richmond Magazine’s River City Roundup; the best things to see, do and experience this week.
read moreR•Home does an extensive write-up on Rise + Shine featured speaker Mary Welch Fox Stasik
R•Home sits down with and interviews 2021 Rise + Shine featured speaker, Mary Welch Fox Stasik.
read moreCRAFT + DESIGN History Highlighted in Richmond Magazine
Journalist Harry Kollatz Jr. writes about the “crafty debut” of the Visual Arts Center of Richmond’s annual CRAFT + DESIGN show in Richmond magazine’s November 2021 issue.
read moreRichmond Magazine features Rise + Shine Speaker Mary Welch Fox Stasik
Richmond Magazine interviews Rise + Shine speaker, Mary Welch Fox Stasik ahead of 57th Annual CRAFT + DESIGN weekend.
read moreRICtoday Features VisArts’ “Where the Pieces Fall” Resident Exhibition
RICtoday did a brief write-up on VisArts’ resident exhibition, “Where the Pieces Fall.”
read moreVisArts Announces Rise + Shine Featured Speaker: Interior Designer Mary Welch Fox Stasik, Host of HGTV’s “Breaking Bland”
Interior designer and host of HGTV’s “Breaking Bland” Mary Welch Fox Stasik will be the featured speaker at Rise + Shine as part of VisArts’ 57th annual Craft + Design show which takes place online from Nov. 19-21, 2021. Richmond Magazine brings Stasik, host of HGTV’s “Breaking Bland” to the virtual Rise + Shine event to talk about […]
read moreMeet Theodore Taylor III, the Award-Winning, Richmond-based Illustrator Behind the Cover of VisArts’ 2022 Winter Catalog.
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond’s winter class registration opens on Wednesday, October 27 and Richmond-based illustrator Theodore Taylor III is behind the user-interface-inspired illustrations for the cover of the 2022 Winter catalog. Taylor draws from a wide range of interests for his work: comics, video games, street art and music. But his inspiration […]
read moreCeramics Meets Tattoo Art in “Of Mud & Blood” Exhibition Opening at the Visual Arts Center of Richmond, Nov 12
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond presents “Of Mud & Blood,” an exhibition that features collaborative works by Central Virginia-based ceramicists and tattoo artists. This exhibit will open on Friday, Nov. 12, with a public reception from 5:30-7 p.m. and will be on view at the Visual Arts Center of Richmond’s True F. Luck Gallery until Jan 9, 2022; […]
read more“Where the Pieces Fall,” A Group Exhibition by VisArts Resident Artists Opens November 1
The Visual Arts Center of Richmond will be hosting an exhibition titled “Where the Pieces Fall.” This exhibit is a culmination of works by 15 resident artists at VisArts. The public will have the opportunity to experience this exhibition from Nov. 1-7 at the Visual Arts Center of Richmond’s True F. Luck Gallery. The opening reception is […]
read moreOver 300 Guests Attend “Blip of the Moment” Opening; Exhibit closes Oct. 24
“Blip of the Moment” a joint exhibition of work by Matt Lively and Ed Trask as presented by the Visual Arts Center of Richmond (VisArts) and Glave Kocen Consulting opened on Friday, September 17. It will show at the Visual Arts Center of Richmond’s True F. Luck Gallery until October 24, 2021. The opening event […]
read moreThe Royal Pig and Curbside Café win top prizes at the 8th Annual VisArts Chili Throwdown
The Royal Pig and Curbside Café were declared chili champions at the Visual Arts Center of Richmond’s 8th Annual Chili Throwdown on Friday, Oct. 1. More than 500 people attended the event that benefits VisArts, making this year’s fundraiser the most successful yet. The Cary Street Ramblers performed traditional string band music as guests picked out handmade ceramic bowls made and donated by local clay […]
read moreRegistration for VisArts Holiday Mini Session Opens to Members Wednesday, Oct. 6
Registration for VisArts’ holiday mini session opens on Wednesday, October 6 at 9 a.m. for VisArts members. Holiday mini registration opens to the general public on Wednesday, October 13 at 9 a.m. VisArts members get early access to class registration, 10% off tuition, discounted event tickets and more. Neet tuition assistance? Check out our income-based, […]
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