Fontana Arts
Contract Classes
Drawing 101 (6-9 years old) 6:30pm - 7:30pm│Thursdays│5 weeks | $50* | Drawing 101 (10-17 years old) 7:30-8:30pm│Thursdays│5 weeks | $50* |
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In partnership with the City of Fontana, the Fontana Art Association offers a variety of art classes for multiple ages. The Fontana Art Association is located inside the Koehler Gallery at 8536 Sierra Ave.
View and register for Fontana Art Association programming by visiting FontanaCA.PerfectMind.org.
Visual Arts Programming
- Paint Night
- Teen Paint Night
- Adult Paint Night
- DIY Artistry
- Arts Masters Program
- Imagination Studios / S.N.A.P
PJ Paint Night 6:00pm - 7:30pm│Ages 5-12│$7* | Little Tykes Paint Night 4:00pm -5:15pm│Ages 3-5│$7* |
*Price is subject to change.
Teen Paint Night 6:00pm - 7:30pm│Ages 13-17│$10* |
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Adult Paint Night
6:00pm - 8:00pm│Ages 18+ │$10*
- Friday, October 20, 2023
- Friday, December 15, 2023
*Price is subject to change.
D.I.Y Artistry
Ages 16+ │drop in between 12:30pm-3:30pm │ Art Depot Gallery │ $7*
Come and live out your Pinterest, ETSY, and DIY dreams in this monthly workshop focused on making home décor, jewelry, recycle art, and more.
*Price is subject to change.
Arts Masters Program
Ages: 13-19 │5:30pm-7:30pm │ Art Depot Gallery│ $7*
Interested in taking your passion for art to the next level? The Art Depot Gallery will be hosting monthly workshops led by a local art professor. Join us as we learn about everything art from art history, world artists, culture and traditions while creating unique sculptures, vibrant paintings, and tap into your overall creativity.
*Price is subject to change.
Imagination Studio
Come and explore your own imagination with hands-on lessons centered on artists and art movements. Learn techniques and use materials including charcoal, oil pastel, acrylic paint, or choose your own art technique to master! Book a appointment one-on-one or group experience.
Specials Needs Art Program (S.N.A.P)
S.N.A.P. is a welcoming and friendly arts environment designed to inspire creativity and an arts passion for Special Needs community members. Book a appointment one-on-one or group experience.
For pricing and to book your upcoming appointment, please contract the Art Depot Gallery at (909) 349-6975 or email arts@fontana.org.
Fontana Arts Festival: Fontana’s Biggest Art Event of the Year!
The Fontana Arts Festival is a family-friendly event set to take place Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Fontana Park, located at 15556 Summit Ave. from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. The Fontana Arts Festival celebrates all facets of arts and culture with an emphasis on creating entertaining and interactive opportunities connecting professional and emerging artist to the community.
Experience live music and dance performances, artist workshops, artisanal shopping, food trucks, and a beer and wine garden. The Fontana Arts Festival will blend a variety of electrifying performing arts including music and dance with an artistic display of the visual arts including workshops, professional artist exhibits, and art demonstrations.
For more information about the Fontana Arts Festival or to be a vendor contact the Art Depot Gallery at (909) 349-6975 or email: Arts@Fontana.org. To stay up to date on upcoming events, visit the Fontana Arts web page at at Arts.Fontana.org.
Artist Opportunities
Fontana Arts offers four satellite locations (Art Depot Gallery, Steelworkers' Auditorium, Fontana Community Senior Center Gallery and City Hall Council Chambers) for an artist to exhibit their artwork with two different programs to work through.
Featured Artist Showcase:
The Featured Artist Showcase program offers artists the opportunity to showcase their artwork in the Art Depot Gallery and the City Council Chamber Foyer for around eight to ten weeks.
Satellite Exhibition:
The Satellite Exhibition is an opportunity for artists to exhibit their work at three of four satellite locations (Art Depot Gallery, Steelworkers' Auditorium, and Fontana Community Senior Center). Exhibit location will be based on availability and subject matter. Depending on the venue, the exhibitor will have the assigned venue for six to eight weeks.
If you are interested in exhibiting with the City of Fontana, please fill out an Artist Showcase Application. Email application and required documents to arts@fontana.org.
Fontana Arts currently plans three events that happen throughout the City of Fontana all highlighting the arts.
- Fontana Arts Festival is our biggest art event of the year. Typically bringing in 3000 – 5000 people, the Fontana Arts Festival celebrates all facets of arts and culture with an emphasis on creating entertaining and interactive opportunities connecting professional and emerging artists to the community.
- Jazz Fest: A Black History Month Celebration is an opportunity for local black artists, entrepreneurs, and musical acts to share their talent and skills with the community. Held in February, this event draws about 1,000 – 2,500 residents each year.
- La Gran Fiesta: Hispanic Heritage Celebration is a captivating programming that features artists and community booths, a main stage, interactive art activities, cultural games, and delicious food & beverage options. The hands-on art activities highlight artists from a variety of Hispanic countries.
If you would like to be considered a vendor for the any of our three art events, please fill out Vendor Application and email the application to arts@fontana.org. Contact the Fontana Arts at 909-349-6975 for more information.
Fontana Arts seeks professional artist to lead workshops and/or demos at one of our Fontana Arts locations (Art Depot Gallery and Steelworks' Auditorium) or art events.
If you practice as a professional artist in visual (painting, drawing, sculpture, photography) or performing arts (music, dance, theater) and you are you are interested in leading a workshop and/or demo, please email arts@fontana.org or call 909-349-6975.
Specific Areas of Interest:
- Drawing (Teen and adult classes to be offered)
- Painting (Teen and adult classes to be offered)
- Jewelry/Metal Arts
- Dance
- Art Therapy
- Photography
- Acting
If you interested in being a contract instructor, please email arts@fontana.org or call 909-349-6975.
For more information about facilities, programs, events, exhibits, or classes, contact us at (909) 349-6975 or email Fontana Arts.