Visual Art Institute (VAI) is a nonprofit art program in Utah, offering high-quality fine art & design classes for children, teens & adults along the Wasatch Front.

We have been shaping creativity in this beautiful state since 1978.

 
 

Of the thousands of students we've served, so many have gone on to achieve great things! We are committed to community outreach & believe that creative experiences are positive for everyone. We’re deeply grateful to all supporters, donors, instructors & volunteers who have made VAI what it is today.

Events

CERAMICS EXHIBITS Now - April 30th

Come see them at our South Salt Lake facility!

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This summer, we’ll be teaching dozens of art camps, classes and workshops across Salt Lake and Utah Counties! ☀️🙌 You can find our full summer schedule, for Salt Lake AND Utah Counties, by visiting the link in our bio and clicking on your pre
Thank you to all who joined our winter classes! You inspired us through the chilly months and we loved creating with you. Can you believe that Spring Classes start NEXT WEEK?! No matter your age or ability, you can be an artist, and we will help you
Have you ever wanted to learn how to illustrate or animate on your iPad? Maybe you’re curious about 3D printing and laser cutting and want to try designing something different? Digital tools are SO MUCH FUN to make art with! Check out our 3
Don’t miss the FREE Humanities Activities we are hosting at Visual Art Institute from March 25-29th! What are these activities anyway? Well, just imagine how many museums create games and experiences lead by a tour guide or docent to engage v
You're invited to visit 5 contemporary exhibitions of ceramic art hosted at Visual Art Institute including sculpture, installation and pottery. PLUS, 3 others with artwork by our VAI ceramics faculty! These Art Exhibitions are part of the NCECA, Clay
Don’t miss guest artist Stephen Wolochowicz’s demo-based ceramics workshop at our studio! WHEN: THIS SUNDAY March 16th from 11am-4pm WHERE: VISUAL ART INSTITUTE (2900 S 300 W in South Salt Lake) Learn more and register today via the li