Visual Art Institute

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Classes: Visual Art Institute

We offer a wide variety of classes for all different age groups. Classes are another excellent way to perfect your artistic skills. Inquire about times and dates for classes by clicking the "Send Inquiry" button.

Camps: Visual Art Institute

Camps are a great way for kids to get introduced to the basics of art and drawing. Inquire about times and dates by clicking the "Send Inquiry" button.

Parties: Visual Art Institute

There is nothing better than hosting a group of friends for your next party at our studio. Inquire about times and dates for your next party by clicking the "Send Inquiry" button.

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2901 South Highland Dr Salt Lake City, UT 84106
(801) 474-3796
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Business Overview

THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, TEACHERS AND STAFF BELIEVE THAT ADDING THE ARTS TO YOUR CHILD'S EDUCATION CAN:- Increase imagination and curiosity, - Build self-confidence, - Improve artistic skills and talents, - Strengthen critical thinking, - Enhance emotional well-being. Our focus is on offering quality instruction in the visual arts. By doing so, it is our hope that students will discover their own artistic voices and will have other areas of their lives enhanced. We have seen many of our teens gain confidence as they progress through our program and received recognition and awards in the community. Young children who "love to draw" quickly respond to our curriculum. Students who want to draw and paint find VAI a welcoming and supportive place to create. It is not uncommon for students to discover VAI at a young age and work through our curriculum through high school. Our most dedicated students have earned scholarships at colleges & universities and have pursued careers in the arts. Some have even returned to VAI to teach a new generation of aspiring artists. FOUNDED IN 1978, THE VISUAL ART INSTITUTE IS UTAH'S OLDEST NON-PROFIT AFTER-SCHOOL ARTS ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO YOUTH. Our vision began in 1978 when Stephanie Burn determined that her college students at Utah State University had lost their ability to think creatively. VAI came as the result of her desire to teach children how to maintain and foster their creativity throughout their lives. Since the founding of the institute, thousands of youth have had the opportunity to work with hundreds of local working artists in the community in a variety of media. In 1998, Bruce Robertson took over as the Executive Director. That same year, VAI began working with public schools and offering tuition assistance to provide better access to low-income youth. By expanding these programs, services, and instruction to more youth, VAI has become an essential part of Salt Lake's art community. Many students earn local, state, and national awards, and receive scholarships and entrance into top universities and art schools throughout the country. Their success is due in part to VAI's dedication to assisting serious art students build their confidence, technical skills, and portfolios. Bruce Robertson's on-going guidance has helped students gain a competitive edge over other applicants by coaching them through their high school years and offering invaluable insight as students pursue higher education. Read more