Sixty student and alumni vendors will fill the Atrium, CoLab, Mezzanine, lobby, and Hayden Gallery Friday, April 4, from 4-8 pm in a celebration of creativity and Lancaster's First Friday! Stop by and support our artistic community!
A zine (short name for magazine) is a small, self-published book that anyone can create about any topic they’re interested in. In this workshop, you will create your own zine while learning about the history of self-publication being used for social justice movements. You will be encouraged to draw, write, and/or collage to create your […]
Join us in this parent + child class where we will explore felt art and tapestries (wall hangings), experimenting with shapes, patterns, overlapping to create images. Together we will learn about tapestries and felt and dive in to co-create a no-sew wall hanging using many colors of felt and embellishments in your own design. Join […]
Making the jump from black and white to the full spectrum can be intimidating! This class is meant to help give aspiring painters the tools and intuitive understanding to move beyond formulas. You are welcome to choose the opaque paint medium of your choice (acrylics, oils, temperas, gouache) along with brushes, a palette knife, and […]
Embark on a captivating artistic journey with your child in our parent + child art and movement class! As a pair, you’ll dive into the world of large-scale creations on paper, using expressive mediums like charcoal, paint, and ink. Discover the joy of collaborative art as you explore body movement techniques, letting your gestures and […]
This workshop is for anyone who has a smartphone with a camera and is looking for tips and resources to be able to take and edit high quality photographs. This workshop offers hands-on instruction and will dive into creating effective compositions, lighting, and basic editing through the camera app on your phone and suggestions for […]
Dive into the world of gelli printing in this 3-hour hands-on workshop designed for adults of all skill levels. Explore the exciting possibilities of creating vibrant, layered prints using a gel plate, and experiment with a variety of techniques to add texture and depth to your work. By the end of the class, you’ll have […]
Curious about mosaics? This workshop is the perfect entry point! In this workshop, you will learn how to make a 4×4 inch floral mosaic. You will learn how to cut glass with hand tools and assemble your design. We will explore how simple small shapes can come together to make up your own unique floral […]
Unlock the fundamentals of perspective in this one-day workshop! Learn essential techniques to capture three-dimensional space quickly and accurately. We will start by studying how fine art masters used perspective to create dynamic depth in their compositions. Then, you will be guided through applying these principles to your own work, developing skills to draw the […]
PCA&D will host 146 artworks from 8 schools for Lancaster County Young Artists & Scholastics, from March 8 through April 20. Schools represented at PCA&D include Lancaster Mennonite, Lancaster Country Day, Conestoga Valley, Donegal, Cocalico, Lancaster Catholic, Janus School, and homeschool.
The 2025 Pennsylvania College of Art & Design Faculty Biennial features the work of 36 of the College's faculty. The Biennial is a traditional celebration of the artistic practices and talents of instructors in our PCA&D community.
Beyond The Glass: The WDW Animation Building is the widely acclaimed documentary about the former Disney Animation studio in Florida. Featuring interviews and archival footage, this film is perfect for any Animation fan. This screening will also feature a Q&A, concessions, and a few of the film's cast. Join us for this great evening and […]
The Main Gallery at Pennsylvania College of Art & Design (PCA&D) is excited to announce the return of artists Andrea N. Baldwin, Sangyoon Lee, and Heidi Henderson with Monologues of Being Seen. The exhibition will be open 5-8 pm on Nov. 1 for First Friday visitors. The group of artists visited PCA&D during the Spring […]
Are you tired of clothes that do not fit properly? Would you like to be able to make your own patterns or ‘adjust’ those store-bought patterns that you own, but you don’t know how? In this three day/week workshop we will cover basic patternmaking concepts, including measurements, making a simple sloper, seam allowances, curves, and […]
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning about Puerto Rican music while painting! Instructor Kathy Rodriguez will present a brief lecture on the history of Puerto Rican from Bomba y Plena to Salsa to current trends in music. We will then transition into listening to a curated playlist while painting a composition inspired by Puerto Rican […]
