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It's that time again! A new semester starts here at duCret on January 12th, which means it's time for new sessions of Open Studio Life Drawing! For a full list of the dates, visit our website at ducretarts.org. From there, you can register for the date(s) you'd like to come.
Open Studio
Open Studio
January 8, 2026 at 11:01 PM
It's that time again! A new semester starts here at duCret on January 12th, which means it's time for new sessions of Open Studio Life Drawing! For a full list of the dates, visit our website at ducretarts.org. From there, you can register for the date(s) you'd like to come.
Open Studio
Open Studio
Join Eva Sienkiewicz this Winter Session for these hands-on studio classes! Learn how to cut glass, foil, solder, and design with color by exploring the luminous art of Stained Glass. Eva also teaches the tactile art of ceramics hand-build where you'll learn about fundamental techniques in
January 6, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Join Eva Sienkiewicz this Winter Session for these hands-on studio classes! Learn how to cut glass, foil, solder, and design with color by exploring the luminous art of Stained Glass. Eva also teaches the tactile art of ceramics hand-build where you'll learn about fundamental techniques in
This Winter, begin your ceramics journey in our Beginner Pottery Wheel classes. With three different days and times to choose from, you can experience learning the fundamentals of pottery wheel throwing in our ceramics studio. Join a great clay community here at duCret!
On Mondays, our Intro to
On Mondays, our Intro to
January 5, 2026 at 9:12 PM
This Winter, begin your ceramics journey in our Beginner Pottery Wheel classes. With three different days and times to choose from, you can experience learning the fundamentals of pottery wheel throwing in our ceramics studio. Join a great clay community here at duCret!
On Mondays, our Intro to
On Mondays, our Intro to
NEW INSTRUCTOR & CLASS - This Winter we are excited to announce the addition of artist Denise Stass to duCret Center of Art. Denise will be teaching our Oil Painting class with a focus on alla prima painting.
December 29, 2025 at 2:02 PM
NEW INSTRUCTOR & CLASS - This Winter we are excited to announce the addition of artist Denise Stass to duCret Center of Art. Denise will be teaching our Oil Painting class with a focus on alla prima painting.
AT A GLANCE - Our Saturday classes at a glance! Session begins the week of January 12th. Visit us at ducretarts.org to learn more and register!
#artclasses #njarts #njartseducation #artstudio #learning
#artclasses #njarts #njartseducation #artstudio #learning
December 27, 2025 at 7:44 PM
AT A GLANCE - Our Saturday classes at a glance! Session begins the week of January 12th. Visit us at ducretarts.org to learn more and register!
#artclasses #njarts #njartseducation #artstudio #learning
#artclasses #njarts #njartseducation #artstudio #learning
AT A GLANCE - Fridays here at duCret at a glance! Just a reminder, our Winter Session begins on January 12th. Reach out with any questions! These Friday classes round out our week before we get to the weekend!
Visit ducretarts.org to learn more and register.
#artclasses #njarts #njartseducation
Visit ducretarts.org to learn more and register.
#artclasses #njarts #njartseducation
December 26, 2025 at 7:42 PM
AT A GLANCE - Fridays here at duCret at a glance! Just a reminder, our Winter Session begins on January 12th. Reach out with any questions! These Friday classes round out our week before we get to the weekend!
Visit ducretarts.org to learn more and register.
#artclasses #njarts #njartseducation
Visit ducretarts.org to learn more and register.
#artclasses #njarts #njartseducation
AT A GLANCE - Thursdays at duCret are looking great this Winter! Visit ducretarts.org to learn more and register for any one of these classes!
#artclasses #thursday #njarts #njartseducation
#artclasses #thursday #njarts #njartseducation
December 25, 2025 at 7:39 PM
AT A GLANCE - Thursdays at duCret are looking great this Winter! Visit ducretarts.org to learn more and register for any one of these classes!
#artclasses #thursday #njarts #njartseducation
#artclasses #thursday #njarts #njartseducation
CLOSED - As a reminder ahead of the week, we will be closed beginning December 25th and will return on Jan 2nd. Happy Holidays and have a happy & safe New Year!
December 21, 2025 at 2:01 PM
CLOSED - As a reminder ahead of the week, we will be closed beginning December 25th and will return on Jan 2nd. Happy Holidays and have a happy & safe New Year!
Spend 30 Seconds with this painting by artist Maura Donahue, titled "Paper Takeout Bag", 2025, done in Acrylic on canvas.
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Our 30 Seconds of Art clips are a creative break in your day giving you a chance to slow down, and explore fine art around duCret
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Our 30 Seconds of Art clips are a creative break in your day giving you a chance to slow down, and explore fine art around duCret
December 17, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Spend 30 Seconds with this painting by artist Maura Donahue, titled "Paper Takeout Bag", 2025, done in Acrylic on canvas.
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Our 30 Seconds of Art clips are a creative break in your day giving you a chance to slow down, and explore fine art around duCret
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Our 30 Seconds of Art clips are a creative break in your day giving you a chance to slow down, and explore fine art around duCret
This Season give your loved one the gift of duCret! We have gift certificates available to be used for classes and workshops this Winter!
To purchase a gift certificate, please call the admin office at 908-757-7171
To purchase a gift certificate, please call the admin office at 908-757-7171
December 12, 2025 at 2:30 PM
This Season give your loved one the gift of duCret! We have gift certificates available to be used for classes and workshops this Winter!
To purchase a gift certificate, please call the admin office at 908-757-7171
To purchase a gift certificate, please call the admin office at 908-757-7171
A few more weeks to see this wonderful art in person! Stop by and check out work by Virginia Carroll and duCret Instructors and Residents ahead of our Winter classes beginning.
December 11, 2025 at 4:02 PM
A few more weeks to see this wonderful art in person! Stop by and check out work by Virginia Carroll and duCret Instructors and Residents ahead of our Winter classes beginning.
Spend 30 Seconds today with this sculpture that is currently in our front room.
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Our 30 Seconds of Art clips are a creative break in your day giving you a chance to slow down, and explore fine art around duCret Center of Art.
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Our 30 Seconds of Art clips are a creative break in your day giving you a chance to slow down, and explore fine art around duCret Center of Art.
December 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Spend 30 Seconds today with this sculpture that is currently in our front room.
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Our 30 Seconds of Art clips are a creative break in your day giving you a chance to slow down, and explore fine art around duCret Center of Art.
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Our 30 Seconds of Art clips are a creative break in your day giving you a chance to slow down, and explore fine art around duCret Center of Art.
Two great classes are returning to duCret this Winter Session for anyone looking to take their work digital! These classes are designed for Illustrators, Artists, and Designers who want to develop new skills, strengthen their workflow, and get guidance from professional, teaching artists!
December 9, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Two great classes are returning to duCret this Winter Session for anyone looking to take their work digital! These classes are designed for Illustrators, Artists, and Designers who want to develop new skills, strengthen their workflow, and get guidance from professional, teaching artists!
Spend 30 Seconds with this painting by artist S.H. Lee. This oil painting is currently in the Davis Collection here at duCret and on view in our front room.
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December 4, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Spend 30 Seconds with this painting by artist S.H. Lee. This oil painting is currently in the Davis Collection here at duCret and on view in our front room.
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We invite you to spend 30 seconds of your day with this drawing done by our instructor Frank Falotico! Frank teaches our Anatomy class as well as our Sculpting the Figure class and Pastel Foundations. Just a reminder that our Winter registration is now open! Visit ducretarts.org to browse our classe
November 26, 2025 at 5:36 PM
We invite you to spend 30 seconds of your day with this drawing done by our instructor Frank Falotico! Frank teaches our Anatomy class as well as our Sculpting the Figure class and Pastel Foundations. Just a reminder that our Winter registration is now open! Visit ducretarts.org to browse our classe
OIL PAINTING - Rendering Forms: Oil Painting Techniques is a class taught by Michael Donato.
This oil painting class is designed for beginners and experienced artists who want to strengthen their skills. Learn traditional oil painting methods while exploring the entire process, from concept to
This oil painting class is designed for beginners and experienced artists who want to strengthen their skills. Learn traditional oil painting methods while exploring the entire process, from concept to
November 21, 2025 at 6:18 PM
OIL PAINTING - Rendering Forms: Oil Painting Techniques is a class taught by Michael Donato.
This oil painting class is designed for beginners and experienced artists who want to strengthen their skills. Learn traditional oil painting methods while exploring the entire process, from concept to
This oil painting class is designed for beginners and experienced artists who want to strengthen their skills. Learn traditional oil painting methods while exploring the entire process, from concept to
INTRO TO DRAWING - Check out some of Mark Romanoski's perspective lesson from Intro to Drawing! Intro to Drawing is a beginner drawing class designed to help you build your skills from the ground up. Taught by professional artist & illustrator Mark Romanoski, you’ll explore the fundamentals of
November 20, 2025 at 6:03 PM
INTRO TO DRAWING - Check out some of Mark Romanoski's perspective lesson from Intro to Drawing! Intro to Drawing is a beginner drawing class designed to help you build your skills from the ground up. Taught by professional artist & illustrator Mark Romanoski, you’ll explore the fundamentals of
GREAT NEWS - Registration for the Winter Session is now open! Visit ducretarts.org and click on Winter Class Registration to check out our selection of adult art classes for Winter.
Reach out to us if you have any questions!
Reach out to us if you have any questions!
November 11, 2025 at 1:25 PM
GREAT NEWS - Registration for the Winter Session is now open! Visit ducretarts.org and click on Winter Class Registration to check out our selection of adult art classes for Winter.
Reach out to us if you have any questions!
Reach out to us if you have any questions!
Check out some of the upcoming events we have this November! Visit our website at ducretarts.org and navigate over to the Upcoming Events page. From there you'll be able to register and purchase tickets to some of these events! Head over to our Fall Workshops page to sign up for our workshops:
November 7, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Check out some of the upcoming events we have this November! Visit our website at ducretarts.org and navigate over to the Upcoming Events page. From there you'll be able to register and purchase tickets to some of these events! Head over to our Fall Workshops page to sign up for our workshops:
Join us on November 15th for a lecture by Charlie Sabba! Charlie will talk you through all of the cultural and artistic treasures of Naples!
November 15th, 3-4PM lecture | 4-5PM reception
Visit ducretarts.org and scroll down to our upcoming events. See you there!
November 15th, 3-4PM lecture | 4-5PM reception
Visit ducretarts.org and scroll down to our upcoming events. See you there!
November 4, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Join us on November 15th for a lecture by Charlie Sabba! Charlie will talk you through all of the cultural and artistic treasures of Naples!
November 15th, 3-4PM lecture | 4-5PM reception
Visit ducretarts.org and scroll down to our upcoming events. See you there!
November 15th, 3-4PM lecture | 4-5PM reception
Visit ducretarts.org and scroll down to our upcoming events. See you there!
Pen, Brush & Ink is a class here at duCret that introduces students to pen and ink drawing. This class, taught by Christine Myshka, explores one of the oldest art forms, teaching you how to create detailed, high-quality drawings using quill dip pens and soft brushes. Through guided lessons, you’ll
October 30, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Pen, Brush & Ink is a class here at duCret that introduces students to pen and ink drawing. This class, taught by Christine Myshka, explores one of the oldest art forms, teaching you how to create detailed, high-quality drawings using quill dip pens and soft brushes. Through guided lessons, you’ll
NOVEMBER WORKSHOPS - This November, we welcome you to duCret with a number of 1-2 day Workshops! Ever wanted to try Stained Glass or making something in Ceramics? Now is a great time!
Stained Glass: Feather - Saturday, November 15th 9-12:30PM | Led by Eva Sienkiewicz | $140
Stained Glass: Feather - Saturday, November 15th 9-12:30PM | Led by Eva Sienkiewicz | $140
October 27, 2025 at 11:18 PM
NOVEMBER WORKSHOPS - This November, we welcome you to duCret with a number of 1-2 day Workshops! Ever wanted to try Stained Glass or making something in Ceramics? Now is a great time!
Stained Glass: Feather - Saturday, November 15th 9-12:30PM | Led by Eva Sienkiewicz | $140
Stained Glass: Feather - Saturday, November 15th 9-12:30PM | Led by Eva Sienkiewicz | $140
Happy Friday!! Here are some photos of the work currently in the Gallery. These pieces and more were on view for our Jazz and Art Event and will be up for a few more days! We welcome you to stop in and check them out in person!
#artsNJ #discoverjerseyarts #NJ #plainfieldnj #galleryshow #njarts
#artsNJ #discoverjerseyarts #NJ #plainfieldnj #galleryshow #njarts
October 24, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Happy Friday!! Here are some photos of the work currently in the Gallery. These pieces and more were on view for our Jazz and Art Event and will be up for a few more days! We welcome you to stop in and check them out in person!
#artsNJ #discoverjerseyarts #NJ #plainfieldnj #galleryshow #njarts
#artsNJ #discoverjerseyarts #NJ #plainfieldnj #galleryshow #njarts
Spend 30 seconds with this piece from our Davis Collection! All are welcome to drop by during open hours to view more from the Davis Collection and learn more about it.
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Our 30 Seconds of Art clips are a creative break in your day
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Our 30 Seconds of Art clips are a creative break in your day
October 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Spend 30 seconds with this piece from our Davis Collection! All are welcome to drop by during open hours to view more from the Davis Collection and learn more about it.
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Our 30 Seconds of Art clips are a creative break in your day
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Our 30 Seconds of Art clips are a creative break in your day
JAZZ AND ART - Wow! What a great time this past Saturday evening at our Jazz and Art event! A big thank you to everyone who came out in support of duCret and for supporting the repair of the floor in our Ceramics Studio!
Thank you to Jaime Glover for these wonderful photos!
Thank you to Jaime Glover for these wonderful photos!
October 21, 2025 at 6:04 PM
JAZZ AND ART - Wow! What a great time this past Saturday evening at our Jazz and Art event! A big thank you to everyone who came out in support of duCret and for supporting the repair of the floor in our Ceramics Studio!
Thank you to Jaime Glover for these wonderful photos!
Thank you to Jaime Glover for these wonderful photos!