
Hand Workshop Art Center
1812 West Main Street
Richmond, VA 23220
804-353-0094

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Welcome to the HWAC — Exploring the creative spirit.
2005 Summer Youth Program classes are online, so sign up early — classes fill quickly. Artventure, now in its twenty-second year, is a visual art program that provides hands-on experiences for children and teenagers. It’s a unique opportunity for students to work directly with professional artists who will teach new skills and encourage individual expression.
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Scholastic Art and Writing Program – View a presentation featuring the 2005 Art and Writing Award recipients from Richmond, Henrico, Chesterfield, Hanover, Powhatan and Goochland Schools.
HWAC Annual Report
The passion of our staff, the commitment of our Board, the dedication of our artists/instructors, and the generous spirit of our community, together, achieved a year worthy of celebration. Read the full story in our Annual Report.
Collector’s Night
Mark your calendars — the 2005 Collector’s Night Benefit Auction will be held at the Hand Workshop on April 22.
In the Galleries
Adaptation Syndrome: Painting in Contemporary Image Culture; Jan. 21- March 13. Learn more.

Acrylic on canvas, 32 x 84 inches
Courtesy Fusebox, Washington, DC
(click for larger version)
Co-sponsored by the VCU Department of Painting & Printmaking.
Join HWAC and Save
All of our members receive discounts on classes, early class registration and invitations to special HWAC events. Membership fees also keep our supply closets stocked and the center running smoothly. Join the Hand Workshop’s community of supporters and save!

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