Visual Art Institute (VAI) is a nonprofit art program in Utah, offering high-quality fine art & design classes for children, teens & adults along the Wasatch Front.

We have been shaping creativity in this beautiful state since 1978.

It’s time to register for Fall Art Classes!

DRAWING, PAINTING, CERAMICS, PRINTMAKING, DIGITAL ART, 3D DESIGN, STAINED GLASS, & more!

Find the right class for you.

Of the thousands of students we've served, so many have gone on to achieve great things! We are committed to community outreach & believe that creative experiences are positive for everyone. We’re deeply grateful to all supporters, donors, instructors & volunteers who have made VAI what it is today.

 
 

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VAI has been committed to provide art education to the community since 1978. Several years ago we were able to expand our offerings to include some classes in Utah County as an expansion of our mission. Through our partnership with Highland City, we
It's been a remarkable summer having all your students at the diverse camps! The coming week is our FINAL week of camps. Be sure to sign up your students for one last week of fun art projects before school starts up again!
We're delighted to celebrate Pioneer Day! Our classes and TEEN camps will be running as scheduled.
Aria Hancock, a Utah-based artist and University of Utah student, is pursuing a BFA in Animation. Her work includes book illustrations, animated music videos for the band Late Night Alumni, and selling art online or locally. Aria's art, often influen
Mmmm, nothing like morning brew or tea…. in your own custom mug! This 3-hour instructor lead class will cover the basics of throwing on the pottery wheel. With all materials included, participants can expect to make 1-3 mugs which they can the
We express our deep gratitude to the Julie A. Hansen Family Foundation for their ongoing support. Their generosity and kindness are truly remarkable, and we are extremely thankful for their continued help.
Tristyn Bustamante, an MFA graduate in ceramics from Arizona State University, has lectured and attended residencies globally. Her work combines clay and other materials to create intuitively designed sculptural objects. Her research targets emerging