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Open Studio Programs

Open Studio sessions are an opportunity for individuals with previous experience to independently pursue their art projects using Irvine Fine Arts Center facilities and equipment.

Ceramics Open Studio

Jewelry Open Studio

Photography Open Studio

Printmaking Open Studio

Studios are supervised by technicians or registered volunteers. Instruction is not provided during Open Studio. Certification is required to participate in the Open Studio program. Certification is valid for one year and regular participation is required to maintain status. If active participation has lapsed for one full year, certification will be removed and certification renewal will be required.

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Department Info

Contact Us
949-724-6880

Irvine Fine Arts Center
14321 Yale Ave.
Irvine, CA 92604

Great Park Arts
8000 Great Park Blvd.
Irvine, CA 92618

Irvine City Hall
1 Civic Center Plz.
Irvine, CA 92606

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ArtBeat: Current Issue

Read the digital summer issue of ArtBeat. Registration for classes opens May 15 at yourirvine.org.

Upcoming Events

August 14, 2025

"Greg Price: Smooth Ripple" Opening Reception
2:00pm - 4:00pm