ACS Update On COVID-19
In response to the statewide health emergency caused by the COVID-19
pandemic, the Arkansas Craft School closed its doors for a time, but work
continued in the building. With careful preparation and following current
directives for capacity and physical distancing, it is time to get back to
CREATING at the Arkansas Craft School.
For the month of July, the ACS will be open weekends beginning July 10
and 11 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Stop in and shop the newly
renovated Craft Market. The Craft Market features handcrafted items
created by the ACS instructors and students. Displays of upcoming
classes are also featured. Hand sanitizer and masks will be available at the
front entrance. Masks are not required but they are certainly welcome.
The Arkansas Craft School is located in the heart of the historic town square in Mountain View, Arkansas and houses a variety of specialty craft and art studios for students to hone their already established skills, or open new vistas for their creative spirit.
The Arkansas Craft School (ACS) offers classes year-round in wood, metal, glass, clay, photography, jewelry, fiber and studio arts, in addition to hosting other types of workshops or events highlighting further creative talents. A nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, the ACS is dedicated to the growth, appreciation, and instruction of arts and crafts in this region and beyond.
Our courses are taught by highly skilled artists/instructors, many of whom are Arkansas -based and known across the country for their expertise in their craft. Our classes are small in size to allow for ample individualized instruction and provide hands-on, engaged learning in a fun, creative environment.
Students come away from classes with creations to be proud of, crafted by their own hands and with the skills to continue their creative process. Studio passes are available on a select basis for those who wish to continue honing their skill set in one of our specialty studios, using our equipment.
The ACS is supported in part by the Arkansas Arts Council, an agency of the Department of Arkansas Heritage, the National Endowment for the Humanities, the Windgate Charitable Foundation, Stone Bank, and our donors.
Upcoming Classes – June Classes will be rescheduled – more info to come
Jul 2020
Painting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 07/15/2020 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Introduction to Basic Forging (Blacksmithing) – 07/18/2020 at 9:00 am - 4:00 pmPainting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 07/22/2020 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pmPainting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 07/29/2020 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pmAug 2020
Painting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 08/05/2020 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Introduction to Woodturning – 08/07/2020 - 08/09/2020 at 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Second Saturdays Song Writer's Circle – 08/08/2020 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
iRest Yoga Nidra - Monthly Workshop – 08/10/2020 at 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm
Painting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 08/10/2020 at 5:30 pm - 7:30 pmPainting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 08/12/2020 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Functional Glass & Disk Flips – 08/15/2020 - 08/16/2020 at 10:00 am - 5:00 pmPainting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 08/19/2020 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pmPainting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 08/26/2020 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pmSep 2020
Painting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 09/02/2020 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pmPainting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 09/09/2020 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pmSecond Saturdays Song Writer's Circle – 09/12/2020 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pmiRest Yoga Nidra - Monthly Workshop – 09/14/2020 at 5:30 pm - 6:45 pmPainting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 09/14/2020 at 5:30 pm - 7:30 pmPainting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 09/16/2020 at 10:00 am - 2:00 pmOct 2020
Beginner's Outdoor Digital Photography – 10/10/2020 - 10/11/2020 at 9:00 am - 4:00 pmSecond Saturdays Song Writer's Circle – 10/10/2020 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pmiRest Yoga Nidra - Monthly Workshop – 10/12/2020 at 5:30 pm - 6:45 pmPainting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 10/12/2020 at 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Forging Damascus Steel - One Day Workshop – 10/24/2020 at 9:00 am - 4:00 pmNov 2020
Introduction to Damascus Steel – 11/06/2020 - 11/08/2020 at 9:00 am - 5:00 pmiRest Yoga Nidra - Monthly Workshop – 11/09/2020 at 5:30 pm - 6:45 pmPainting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 11/09/2020 at 5:30 pm - 7:30 pmSecond Saturdays Song Writer's Circle – 11/14/2020 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pmDec 2020
Second Saturdays Song Writer's Circle – 12/12/2020 at 3:00 pm - 5:00 pmiRest Yoga Nidra - Monthly Workshop – 12/14/2020 at 5:30 pm - 6:45 pmPainting With Panache -- Monthly Painting Class – 12/14/2020 at 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm