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Feeling Creative this Fall? Get Inspired with Classes at DAC |
It’s officially spooky season! Make this month creatively cozy with a class at the DAC. Check out these classes starting in October:
Drawing + Painting:
–Drawing Fundamentals II with John DeKemper on Thursdays, October 30 – December 11
–Weekend Workshop: French Village in Watercolor with Carol Fynn on Sat + Sun, October 25 + 26
Printmaking + Mixed Media:
–Weekend Workshop: Beginning Printmaking with Molly Coleman on Sat + Sun, October 4 + 5
Fiber Arts:
–Intermediate Crochet with Amanda Blanchard on Tuesdays, October 28 – December 9
–Weekend Workshop: Intro to Hemming with Emma Holyst on Saturday, October 11
–Weekend Workshop: Seasonal Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom with Jan French on Sunday, October 19
–Intro to Machine & Hand Sewing with Emma Holyst on Thursdays, October 30 – December 4
Photography + Graphic Design:
–Digital Photography with Roylee Duvall on Tuesdays, October 28 – December 2
–Four-Week Photography Bootcamp with Freeman Long on Thursdays, October 9 – 30
-Intro to Graphic Design with Sara Morris on Wednesdays, October 22 – December 10
Literary + Performing Arts
–Live Storytelling with Hope Wilder on Tuesdays, October 28 – December 2
–Ballet Fundamentals for Adults with Triangle Youth Ballet on Thursdays, October 23 – December 4
Youth Visual Arts:
Art Discovery for Ages 5-7 with Hattie Pink
-2-D Wet Media on Wednesdays, October 29 – December 10
-3-D Sculpture on Tuesdays, October 28 – December 9
Art Explorations for Ages 8-10 with Hattie Pink
-2-D Wet Media on Thursdays, October 30 – December 11
-2-D Dry Media on Mondays, October 27 – December 8
Art Pathfinders for Ages 11 – 14 with Hattie Pink
-Basic Drawing on Mondays, October 27 – December 8
-Cartoon Sketching: Anime & Manga with Alberto Lung on Wednesdays, October 22 – November 5
Youth Performing Arts:
–Dancefulness to Latin Beats (Ages 8-12) with Angela Duran on Mondays, October 27 – December 1
–World Dance (Ages 5-12) with McDaniel Roberts on Tuesdays, October 28 – December 2
–Intro to Vocal Performance (Ages 8-10) with Korinn Annette Jefferies on Wednesdays, October 29 – December 10
–Playmaking (Ages 11-14) with Korinn Annette Jefferies on Wednesdays, October 29 – December 10
–Improv Games (Ages 8-10) with Korinn Annette Jefferies on Thursdays, October 30 – December 11
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Thank You for Making the 50th Anniversary of CenterFest Unforgettable |
The Durham Arts Council extends our deepest gratitude to the artists, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, and attendees who made this year’s milestone festival such a vibrant celebration of the arts. Your creativity, energy, and support brought downtown Durham to life and honored five decades of community, culture, and connection.
Artists – thank you for sharing your vision and talent with thousands of visitors and bringing inspiration to Durham. Check out your favorite CenterFest Artist! Attendees – thank you for showing up for the arts, supporting local creators, and being part of our story! Please take this survey to help us keep making CenterFest better each year!
Volunteers – we couldn’t do it without your dedication and generous spirit.
DAC Team & Festival Staff – your hard work behind the scenes made this year seamless and joyful.
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50th Anniversary Merch Still Available |
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Celebrate five decades of art, community, and creativity with gear designed by longtime CenterFest artist Katie Hayes. Our online store featuring T-Shirts, Sweatshirts Bandanas, and more ships CenterFest items directly to you.
You can also stop by DAC to pick up a limited-edition tote bag for $30 (available for pick-up only). |
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Congratulations Merit Award Winners |
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Best in Show – Luis Gutierrez – Sculpture |
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First Place – Andy Costine – Wood
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Second Place – Michelle McDowell Smith – Mixed Media
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| Best Durham Artist – Kelly Walsh – Fiber
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Third Place – Bren West- Drawing
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| Citizen’s Choice – Candy Carver – Painting
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Thank you to our Sponsors |
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DAC Instructors and Students Call for Art |
DAC School instructors and students are invited participate in Our House, a signature community exhibit celebrating the creativity of our region. The exhibition will be on view October 11 – December 7, 2025 in the Allenton and Semans Galleries at DAC. This annual showcase highlights the diverse talents of our instructors and students enrolled in DAC arts education programs.
Deadline to sign up: October 1, 2025 |
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The Durham Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and local arts agency dedicated to supporting the arts in Durham and the NC Triangle Region since 1954. Each year DAC serves over 400,000 visitors and participants, over 2,000 artists, and more than 300 arts and cultural organizations through classes, workshops, events, grants, and advocacy.
DAC is a catalyst in the cultural development of Durham – it leads, inspires, and promotes excellence in and access to the creation, experience, and active support of the arts for all the people of our community. |
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