The Dubuque Art Center promotes projects and programs that increase the creative capacity in Dubuque, IA and surrounding communities. We offer adult and youth art classes, art parties for groups, a unique design store, community art projects, artist resources, and support for non-profit arts organizations. We are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. We exist to serve the needs of our community and make the world a better place to live in. Visit our website to find out more about what we do! http://dbqartcenter.orgDubuque Art CenterTumblr (3.0; @dbqartcenter)http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/Youth summer camp!<img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l57g84W29V1qb14evo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Youth summer camp!</p>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/782289682http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/782289682Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:43:00 -0500Community Video Project<a href="http://createdubuque.com">Community Video Project</a>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/782283945http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/782283945Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:41:41 -0500Creative Community will change everything!<p>Coming this October.  Join the Dubuque Art Center email list to receive notification once registration opens (classes will fill up <em>REALLY</em> quickly).</p>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/782274443http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/782274443Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:39:08 -0500We asked Dubuque why creativity is important - here are some of...<object type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="400" height="300" data="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=11214337&server=vimeo.com&fullscreen=1&show_title=1&show_byline=0&show_portrait=0&color=00ADEF"><param name="quality" value="best" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><param name="scale" value="showAll" /><param name="movie" value="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=11214337&server=vimeo.com&fullscreen=1&show_title=1&show_byline=0&show_portrait=0&color=00ADEF" /><embed src="http://www.vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=11214337&server=www.vimeo.com&show_title=1&show_byline=0&show_portrait=0&color=00ADEF&fullscreen=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" width="400" height="300"></embed></object><br/><br/><p>We asked Dubuque why creativity is important - here are some of their answers!  Why is creativity important to YOU?  Send us your answer - either in video, photo, or written form.  Submit your thoughts at <a href="http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/submit"><a href="http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/submit">http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/submit</a></a></p>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/667872751http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/667872751Sat, 05 Jun 2010 18:48:14 -0500Look for the new art mobile in your part of town, bringing great...<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l3kfd84v6z1qb14evo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Look for the new art mobile in your part of town, bringing great projects and programs to Dubuque!</p> <p>Big thanks to State Farm, Runde Chevrolet, and Digital Designs for making the art mobile possible!</p>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/667868730http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/667868730Sat, 05 Jun 2010 18:45:35 -0500Check out the latest CreateDubuque.com video, featuring Voices...<object type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="400" height="300" data="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=12280338&server=vimeo.com&fullscreen=1&show_title=1&show_byline=0&show_portrait=0&color=00ADEF"><param name="quality" value="best" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><param name="scale" value="showAll" /><param name="movie" value="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=12280338&server=vimeo.com&fullscreen=1&show_title=1&show_byline=0&show_portrait=0&color=00ADEF" /><embed src="http://www.vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=12280338&server=www.vimeo.com&show_title=1&show_byline=0&show_portrait=0&color=00ADEF&fullscreen=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" width="400" height="300"></embed></object><br/><br/><p>Check out the latest CreateDubuque.com video, featuring Voices from the Warehouse District 2009: Momentum!  Look for a 20 minute full version on Mediacom Cable Access this month!  Visit <a title="CreateDubuque.com" href="http://createdubuque.com">CreateDubuque.com</a> to see more short videos about the creative community in Dubuque, IA!</p>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/661579885http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/661579885Thu, 03 Jun 2010 19:50:06 -0500Making mobiles as part of an art party! Fun and exciting, art...<img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2hf2eLgys1qb14evo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Making mobiles as part of an art party! Fun and exciting, art parties are a great way to have a memorable event, for kids and adults. Learn more at <a href="http://create.dbqartcenter.org">http://create.dbqartcenter.org</a></p>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/601912245http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/601912245Sat, 15 May 2010 17:12:37 -0500 Shaving cream painting in mixed media class! Working with a...<img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2e2373v261qb13o9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><blockquote> <p>Shaving cream painting in mixed media class! Working with a variety of textures improves student’s tactile senses and helps connect new neuro pathways</p> </blockquote>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/601900666http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/601900666Sat, 15 May 2010 17:07:39 -0500 Ms. Roth’s class on a field trip to the art center to create...<img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l2e2843Bjx1qb13o9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><blockquote> <p>Ms. Roth’s class on a field trip to the art center to create mobiles in the style of Alex Calder! Art parties are a great way to create fun works of art for larger groups.</p> </blockquote>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/601900237http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/601900237Sat, 15 May 2010 17:07:25 -0500"Visit our full website: http://dbqartcenter.org"“Visit our full website: <a href="http://dbqartcenter.org">http://dbqartcenter.org</a>”http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/566220632http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/566220632Sun, 02 May 2010 13:36:42 -0500 St Anthonys students painting their first communion chalices!...<img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1qqk8N5wX1qb13o9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><blockquote> <p>St Anthonys students painting their first communion chalices!  We offer a variety of Art Party options, including pottery painting, 3-D mobiles, Dream collages, Batik, and more.  Find out how to host your next party at Dubuque Art Center:</p> <p><a href="http://Http://create.dbqartcenter.org"><a href="http://Http://create.dbqartcenter.org">Http://create.dbqartcenter.org</a></a></p> </blockquote>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/566219079http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/566219079Sun, 02 May 2010 13:35:56 -0500 Youth pottery painting party! <img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1qqybZvQB1qb13o9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><blockquote> <p>Youth pottery painting party!</p> </blockquote>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/566216400http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/566216400Sun, 02 May 2010 13:34:31 -0500 Art market preview at the opening day of farmers market. Art...<img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1t0rz8har1qb13o9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><blockquote> <p>Art market preview at the opening day of farmers market. Art market begins July 17th. <a href="http://Http://dbqartmarket.com"><a href="http://Http://dbqartmarket.com">Http://dbqartmarket.com</a></a></p> </blockquote>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/566215356http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/566215356Sun, 02 May 2010 13:33:55 -0500 4-H group working hard on their great art! <img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1t239uZuQ1qb13o9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><blockquote> <p>4-H group working hard on their great art!</p> </blockquote>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/566214380http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/566214380Sun, 02 May 2010 13:33:21 -0500"A fun Place. Relaxing."“A fun Place. Relaxing.”<br/><br/> - <em>Adult Painting Student</em>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/518429805http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/518429805Tue, 13 Apr 2010 10:00:00 -0500Doors to Sustainability opening reception. Doors will be on...<img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l0rxzssemI1qb14evo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Doors to Sustainability opening reception. Doors will be on display at the Roshek building until April 22.</p>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/516094962http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/516094962Mon, 12 Apr 2010 12:30:15 -0500"Learning in a laid-back, non-intimidating environment. Fun!"“Learning in a laid-back, non-intimidating environment. Fun!”<br/><br/> - <em>Adult Drawing Student</em>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/505853624http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/505853624Thu, 08 Apr 2010 10:00:00 -0500"Very friendly - offers so much for everyone!"“Very friendly - offers so much for everyone!”<br/><br/> - <em>adult drawing student</em>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/504618575http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/504618575Wed, 07 Apr 2010 21:22:39 -0500Jess mentoring a student - this session they are learning metal...<img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l0jd380TvX1qb14evo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Jess mentoring a student - this session they are learning metal working</p>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/504610302http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/504610302Wed, 07 Apr 2010 21:18:35 -0500Students enjoying their jewelry metalsmithing class<img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l0jd19iGNZ1qb14evo1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Students enjoying their jewelry metalsmithing class</p>http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/504607958http://stories.dbqartcenter.org/post/504607958Wed, 07 Apr 2010 21:17:23 -0500