Campers will work together to create a track and land vehicles to race as well as a zip line to race air and space ships. Working individually and in small groups, campers will learn about aerodynamics, dimensions, form, function, weight, imagination and design. Most importantly, the campers will make mistakes and in the creative process…
VAE is proud to co-present Howard Fishman in concert at the Dorset Theatre Festival Tuesday, July 19, 8:00 PM. Howard returns to Vermont along with Mazz Swift on violin and Andy Cotton on upright bass. Fishman has performed numerous times at VAE’s Basement Music Series and we are happy to help bring Howard north to…
Back by fashionable demand! Learn the basics of machine sewing, hand sewing, embroidery and design while creating your own altered clothing. Design, sew, alter, stencil, stamp, screen and dye clothing and accessories in a fun, factory, fashion frenzy. Relax in a creative atmosphere with like-minded clothing designers while you learn to express yourself through your…
Using the inspiration of local gardens, we will paint landscapes, flowers, foliage, and unique architecture. Each day we will draw inspiration from a new artist and explore various painting techniques throughout the week such as watercolor, acrylic painting, layering with pen and ink, and watercolor pencils. This art camp will help you build your painting…
Sculptures created by local and national artists adorn the lawns of North Bennington. Now through Fall, stop by the VAE lawn at 48 Main Street to find maps of all works on display. Photo Credit: Todd Collins
As part of Bennington Arts Weekend, VAE will be onsite Fri, Sat & Sun. Aug. 5, 6 & 7th. We’ll be creating, making and building, so join us! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to play, so call or email VAE today!
Four musicians take to the stage presenting old school jazz in a manner that exemplifies the musical synergy that takes places when artists get together. VAE Director Matthew Perry says “This energy that happens onstage is most times not rehearsed, sometimes explosive and other times, smooth as silk, always moving…to be in the audience allows…
A new spin on our popular Water Arts Camp…with an adventure twist! Come join us on our week-long adventure in the woods and in the water. Utilizing the Village of North Bennington and Lake Paran as our backyard, campers will collect natural and unnatural materials to create unique works of art within their environment. Create…
Friday, August 12 Masonic Hall, 504 Main Street, Bennington Doors open at 7pm Hale Mountain Pickers begin at 7:30 Show Ponies on at 8:00 Adults $15, Students $10. Available at the door only The Indie-Folk band SHOW PONIES take the stage bringing you Old Time bluegrass with a twist. From California, on an East Coast…
"You are not aware of your strength until you're pushed to the edge. Take the risk, either you win or you learn." -Malika E. Nura Here at VAE, we are always taking risks and this week, we explore being creative and challenge ourselves outside our usual boundaries. Be prepared to get messy, work with elements…