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Discover, Create, Connect at the Suwanee Arts Center!

The Suwanee Arts Center (SAC), formerly the North Gwinnett Arts Association, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to bringing artists and art lovers together. Our goal is to foster creativity, learning, and community through art.

We welcome artists of all types—painters, photographers, potters, woodworkers, jewelers, fabric artists, writers, metal workers, and digital creators—to join our open membership community.

Located in the heart of Suwanee Town Center, SAC hosts year-round art classes, six exhibits each year, major fundraising events, and serves as a cultural hub for locals and visitors alike. Whether you’re here to learn, create, or simply connect with fellow art enthusiasts, SAC is your space to explore and celebrate the arts.

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     Art for Therapy: Neuroart| Registration Required on Our Website

    Art for Therapy: Neuroart| Registration Required on Our Website

    Suwanee Arts Center, 3930 Charleston Market Street, B6, Suwanee, GA, US

    To secure your spot, please register and pay on our official website:
    REGISTER HERE!

    About the Session:
    Unwind, create, and explore your inner creativity with NeuroArt! This therapeutic art class uses simple mixed-media exercises and structured drawing to help you relax while embracing the joy of making art. No prior drawing or painting experience is needed—Sandra will guide you step by step. You’ll learn the basics of neurographic art, including line and shape creation, and leave with:

    Instructor: Sandra Ackovic
    When: Saturday, May 30th | 10:00–1:00 PM Price: $65 Members / $75 Non-Members

    You’ll learn the basics of neurographic art, including line and shape creation, and leave with:
    - One finished canvas
    - A few paper drawings to take home All materials are provided: acrylic paints, painting tools, markers, canvas, and watercolor paper.

    Connect with your creativity, make new friends, and enjoy a fun, stress-free evening of art!

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  • Figure Drawing Session | Registration Required on Our Website

    Figure Drawing Session | Registration Required on Our Website

    Suwanee Arts Center, 3930 Charleston Market Street, B6, Suwanee, GA, US

    To secure your spot, please register and pay on our official website:
    REGISTER HERE

    Date: Friday, May 30th
    Time: 6:00 – 9:00PM
    Price: $25.00

    Unwind, get inspired, and practice figure drawing in a fully self-directed, relaxed environment. This open studio is perfect for artists of all levels to explore the human form, experiment with any medium, and enjoy the company of fellow creatives, wine included! 🍷

    About the Session
    - Completely self-directed with no instruction.
    - Artists are welcome to use any medium, traditional or digital (tablets/iPads encouraged!).
    - Participants may work on existing pieces or start fresh.

    What to Bring?:
    - All materials needed for your preferred medium (pencils, charcoal, paper, sketchbook, tablet, etc.)
    - Easel or drawing board if required

    Who Should Attend?
    Anyone looking for a relaxed, creative space to draw, experiment, and enjoy an evening of art with a glass of wine in hand.

    Model: Ivy Flanagan

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  • Pop Art x Anime | INDOOR ART MARKET

    Pop Art x Anime | INDOOR ART MARKET

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    🎨 Pop Art x Anime Indoor Market
    Call for Artists
    APPLY HERE:
    https://www.eventeny.com/events/vendor/?id=48443
    The Suwanee Arts Center is now accepting applications for our Pop Art x Anime Indoor Market, a special artist market taking place alongside our Pop Art x Anime Exhibition!
    We are looking for artists and makers whose work is inspired by anime, comics, cartoons, manga, gaming culture, and pop art aesthetics. This exciting indoor market will celebrate bold colors, expressive styles, creativity, and fandom culture in a fun and welcoming environment.
    Whether you create prints, paintings, stickers, ceramics, handmade goods, apparel, accessories, sculptures, or other original artwork inspired by these themes, we would love to see your work!
    ✨ Event Highlights
    • Indoor artist market inside the Suwanee Arts Center
    • Part of the Pop Art x Anime Exhibition
    • Opportunity to connect with art lovers and new audiences
    • Meet fellow artists and creatives in the community
    • Family friendly and open to the public
    📅 Important Information
    Application Deadline:
    June 1, 2026
    Application Fee:
    $10 non refundable
    Artist Table Fee:
    $65
    📍 Location
    Suwanee Arts Center
    3930 Charleston Market Street, Unit B6
    Suwanee, GA
    🖌 Application Requirements
    Each application must include:
    • 3 images of your artwork
    • 1 photo of you creating your work or in your studio
    • Artist statement and biography
    • Optional display booth photo
    All submitted work must be original and created by the applying artist. Applications will be juried prior to acceptance.
    Each accepted artist will receive:
    • One 6 foot table
    • Chairs provided by the Suwanee Arts Center
    Artists may bring their own display materials as long as everything fits within the assigned space.
    ✨ Please Note
    • Only one artist per space
    • All work must be available for sale
    • Artists are responsible for collecting Georgia sales tax
    • Commercial hobby kits or mass produced work will not be accepted
    This market is designed to celebrate creativity, originality, and artistic passion through the world of anime, comics, cartoons, and pop art. Join us for a colorful and exciting event filled with amazing artwork, community, and inspiration!

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  • Watercolor Class: Aquatic Landscapes | Registration Required on Our Website

    Watercolor Class: Aquatic Landscapes | Registration Required on Our Website

    Suwanee Arts Center, 3930 Charleston Market Street, B6, Suwanee, GA, US

    To secure your spot, please register and pay on our official website:
    REGISTER HERE

    ## Service Description

    Join us for this 2-session watercolor workshop where we explore the balance between loose, expressive washes and thoughtful, detailed brushwork—all through the beauty of aquatic landscapes. Learn how to build atmosphere, capture depth, and create that magical sense of place using layered color, light, and texture. And, of course, enjoy dedicated time to paint, learn, and unwind

    🌊Dates:

    • June 3rd and June 10th @ 6:00-9:00pm

    🌊 Price :

    • $95.00 Members: both sessions included
    • $105.00 Non-Members: both sessions included

    🌊Materials:

    • All materials are provided, but you are free to
      bring your own if you wish!

    🌊What will you learn?:

    • Learn how to build atmosphere, capture depth, and create that magical sense of place using layered color, light, and texture. And, of course, enjoy dedicated time to paint, learn, and unwind. Watercolor’s translucent nature makes it ideal for creating soft skies, distant horizons, shimmering water, and the subtle shifts in light that define a landscape.

    Each student will work on two watercolor sheets:
    • One dedicated to your final landscape painting
    • One for technique practice—skills you can use in all future artworks

    Instructor: Tim Peterson

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