duCret Center of Art
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duCret Center of Art
@ducretarts.bsky.social
WORKSHOPS THIS WEEKEND - The weekend is almost HERE! We have three fantastic workshops this weekend and there are still spots left!
February 4, 2026 at 5:59 PM
THIS WEEKEND - Here is Tim with the latest on this weekend!
Tomorrow evening is the artist mixer. We invite all artists to come by from 6-8:30, hang out, enjoy refreshments, network and show some work etc. Also, bring some gently used or unused art supplies that you don't use for an art supply
January 29, 2026 at 8:14 PM
We invite you to spend 30 Seconds with the work of Erin Kuhn. Erin is a resident studio artist here at duCret and is an interdisciplinary mixed media artist. The piece shown here is titled "Energy Everywhere" and is mixed media on panel, resin, mirrors, cut paper, and paint. In this 30 seconds,
January 28, 2026 at 5:15 PM
ATTN: Due to the severity of the ice and snow, duCret will be closed all of Monday 1/26.

Stay safe!
January 26, 2026 at 12:19 AM
SAVE THE DATES - We've got some MORE great events going on here at duCret!

Our Multicolor Linocut Printmaking workshop is a 2-Day workshop starting on February 1st where you'll make and print your artwork using multiple colors! You'll learn how to carve Lino , print your art, and properly sign
January 23, 2026 at 4:21 PM
SAVE THE DATES - We've got some exciting things coming up at duCret! SWIPE THROUGH

Our artist mixer on January 30th! We've got a stained glass workshop with a NEW project! The Winter Landscape is perfect to add to your collection of stained glass projects. We've got Katie Truk's closing reception
January 22, 2026 at 11:36 PM
We invite you to spend 30 Seconds of your day with this oil painting by Billy Seccombe. Titled "Cabernet", this painting captures a quietly charged moment in time. Billy Seccombe is an artist that has taught portrait painting and other oil painting classes here at duCret. He's an artist,
January 21, 2026 at 10:15 PM
What a joy to walk into duCret and be met with Katie Truk’s work! Here are a few of the pieces on view now! Katie’s closing reception is February 28th. Make sure to stop by!
January 20, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his belief in education, critical thinking, and shared responsibility. At duCret, we’re proud to be a space where creativity and community grow together.

#NJarts #artsforall #artscommunity #plainfieldNJ #MLK
January 19, 2026 at 5:17 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
January 8, 2026 at 11:01 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
January 6, 2026 at 6:15 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
January 5, 2026 at 9:12 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.
December 29, 2025 at 2:02 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
December 27, 2025 at 7:44 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
December 26, 2025 at 7:42 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
December 25, 2025 at 7:39 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!
December 21, 2025 at 2:01 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
December 17, 2025 at 6:26 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
December 12, 2025 at 2:30 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.
December 11, 2025 at 4:02 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.
December 10, 2025 at 7:00 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!
December 9, 2025 at 11:10 PM
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
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
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
November 21, 2025 at 6:18 PM