This course is an introduction to "throwing" clay vessels on a pottery wheel. Students will learn to center clay, create cylinders and produce small functional forms like bowls, saucers, and mugs. Students will also learn foot trimming, handle making, very simple decorative carving (chattering and chipping), and glaze application.
Class is for teens and adults. Each course is comprised of 4 classes meeting from 6-8:30 p.m. on Thursday evenings.
June: Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25, 6-8:30 p.m. Sold Out!
July Session: July 2, 9, 16, 23, 6-8:30 p.m. SOLD OUT!
August Session: August 6, 13, 20, 27, 6-8:30 p.m. SOLD OUT!
September Session: September 3, 10, 17, 24, 6-8:30 p.m.
Cost: $150 (PAC Members receive 20% discount).
Learn the basic steps of two popular, classic Ballroom Dances: The Rumba and East Coast Swing. At the end of the 5 week session, couples will be able to dance at weddings or parties with confidence! You will also be invited to join a Ballroom Dance club or attend events to enjoy looking great on the dance floor! Ballroom Dance is a classic activity that can keep you physically and mentally sharp! Come meet new friends. This class is open to adults of all ages.
Instructor: John Polasko who has had 15 years experience teaching ballroom dance in the MOV
Questions/info: Kate McCarthy (740) 228-9905
Dates/Times: Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30, and Aug 6, 7-8 pm (5 weeks)
Cost: $100/Couple (20% discount for PAC Members)
Select 1 for the quantity per couple.
Meet instructor Virginia Killian at the Point Park boat launch at 9:45 a.m. to take the 10 a.m. boat to Blennerhassett Island. This beginner friendly landscape painting class focuses on composition and using light and dark values. Registration includes the boat ride and all class materials. Feel free to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy time on the island after class. Open to adults and teens.
Date/Time: Thursday, August 20, take the 10 am boat
Cost: $42 (no discount).
Art on the Island is back! Join Tracy for an artsy adventure painting this cool illustration style art of the Island Belle! This will be finished with matting and a frame and a fun water spray! Take the 11am boat. Your registration here includes your boat ride and they will have a list at check-in. Snacks welcome or purchase from the snack bar there. Afterwards, enjoy some time on the Island! Adults and teens. Ages 14+. Parents accompanying will need to purchase an additional Ferry Ticket at the Island Museum office prior to the class. 8 students.
Date/Time: Saturday, August 22, 11:00am boat /11:30 start
Cost: $42 (no discount)
This class will be a blast from the past! Tracy will help you design and create your very own colorful and funky Mix-Tape painting on canvas. Wear your fave throwback era clothing, hair and accessories and bring a snack! Adults and Teens 14+. 12 students.
Date/Time: Friday, August 28th, 6-8pm
Cost: $37.50 (members receive 20% discount)
Create these sweet and colorful donut prints using pool noodles! This isn’t just a piece of cake though…you will learn how to create shapes, shadows, highlights, color theory and how to use random items to imprint your sprinkles, icing and more. Wear your pj’s and let’s have a fun evening of childlike art fun! Adults and Teens 14+. 12 students.
Date/Time: Friday, September 4th, 6pm-8pm
Cost: $37.50 (members receive 20% discount)
Art on the Island is back! Join Tracy for an artsy adventure creating this busted canvas with a painting of the Mothman lying in wait! We will use printed articles from the Silver Bridge disaster and stain them to look old. Lastly, we will bust our canvas for an interesting finished 3D piece. Take the 11am boat. Your registration here includes your boat ride and they will have a list at check-in. Snacks welcome or purchase from the snack bar there. Afterwards, enjoy some time on the Island! Adults and Teens 14+. Parents accompanying will need to purchase an additional Ferry Ticket at the Island Museum office prior to the class. 8 students.
Date/Time: Sunday, September 6th, 11:00am boat / 11:30 start
Cost: $42 (no discount)
This four-week class series is beginner friendly and open to adults and teens. Instructor Virginia Killian will guide students through observational drawing techniques while helping them become stronger observers of the visual world.
Dates/Times: Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., September 15 - October 6.
Cost: $85 (PAC Members receive 20% off).
This is one of Tracy’s most popular classes! Come create a pop-art version of your favorite pet! We will use paint markers and acrylics on plexi to make our pets come to life! Finished with an abstract squeegee and paint splatter background and a frame. Please email several clear, color, up-close photos of your pet to thegallery614@yahoo.com by the Wednesday before the class. Adults and Teens 14+. 12 students.
Date/Time: Friday, September 25th, 6pm-9pm
Cost: $45 (members receive 20% discount)
Learn traditional and new techniques using traditonal and ususual water color media with instructor, Virginia Killian. Instruction will be individualized and non-threating. Some materials will be provided for the first session. There will be a materials list after the first class. The class is open to teens and adults. All skill levels are welcome.
Dates and Time: Coming this fall! Dates TBD
Cost: $85 (PAC Members receive 20% discount).
Give the gift of creativity with a digital gift card, sent to you or the recipient of your choice. Digital gift cards are redeemable online for classes.
Private Painting and Pottery Parties
The Parkersburg Art Center offers private painting or pottery parties. These are perfect for team building, a staff retreat, gatherings with friends, celebratory events, and birthdays. With a minimum of five participants, we can bring your creative event to life—just email info@parkersburgartcenter.org with your request. Please start making those plans AT LEAST three weeks in advance so we can schedule an instructor!
Most classes require a minimum of 4 students in order to run and/or have maximum number limits so… PLEASE REGISTER IN ADVANCE TO ENSURE THAT YOU CAN GET INTO THE CLASS YOU WANT.
Refund policy: A $5 online processing fee will be applied to all refunds. No refunds will be given 48 hours before the start of any class.
PAC Current Members receive a 20% discount on most classes (some exclusions apply). Call or email for details.

Sign up now for Private Pottery with Judy Keith on Wednesday evenings. Judy will instruct adults and teens ages 16 and up in a private session in wheel throwing. Students will learn the basics of throwing pottery on the wheel, centering clay, opening up, raising the wall, and shaping a form. After registering and paying please call Judy at 304-299-0445 to set up a private lesson on Wednesday evenings.
Cost: $50 (no discount).