Fountain City Art Center

09/02/2026

Enjoy the freedom of drawing.

Join us at Fountain City Art Center for our Tuesday evening Short-Form Figure Sessions, featuring a variety of poses to help you practice observation, gesture, movement, and form.

These relaxed, hosted sessions are open to artists of all skill levels, so bring your favorite materials and spend the evening drawing alongside other local artists.

Tuesdays | 6:30–9:00 PM
September 8, 15, 22 & 29
$15 at the door
Bring your own art materials; chairs are provided.

Space is limited, and registration is required for each session. Sign up in advance to save your spot: https://zurl.co/9VqDh

08/26/2026

Would you like to try watercolor? This Saturday is a beautiful place to start. 🎨

Join Connie Pico for a hands-on, one-day workshop designed especially for beginners. You’ll explore six essential watercolor techniques and leave with a stronger understanding of how to begin painting with confidence.

No experience needed — just come ready to learn, experiment, and spend a few creative hours at the Art Center.

📅 Saturday, August 29
⏰ 10 AM–2 PM
🎨 Ages 15+

Space is limited and preregistration is required.

Reserve your spot: https://zurl.co/cr2C8

08/24/2026

Six decades of creativity, all in one exhibition. 🎨

Out of My Mind brings together the work of Allan Sibley, tracing his creative journey from art school in 1970 to his work today.

There’s a lot to discover on these walls—and some pieces are even available to take home, including smaller works and prints.

Come spend some time with the art, find the piece that catches your eye, and experience the exhibition in person.

📍 Fountain City Art Center
213 Hotel Road, Knoxville, TN
🖼️ On view through September 29, 2026

Come see what six decades of making looks like.
https://zurl.co/lbVNf

08/23/2026

September is packed with creativity!

Join us for upcoming classes in watercolor, acrylic, oil painting, drawing, portrait painting, figure drawing, homeschool art, and youth art workshops.

There’s something for every age and skill level—plus KnoxFigure meets Tuesday nights at 6:30!

Check out the flyer for dates, times, and instructors.

Enroll here: https://zurl.co/9Yq3K

We can’t wait to create with you!

08/21/2026

08/20/2026

Same lesson. Five completely different ways of seeing it. 🎨

That’s what we love about our Homeschool Art classes.

We’re not here to teach kids to make the same thing. We’re here to give young artists a place to explore, make choices, and discover what’s uniquely theirs.

A few pieces from our June class. 💛

08/14/2026

Help us keep something beautiful growing. 🌿🌼

The Memorial Garden at Fountain City Art Center is a living tribute to Heather Fielden and the love she shared for art, nature, and people.

Nestled in Fountain City Park, this peaceful space is being created for our patrons, neighbors, and community to enjoy throughout the year—a place to reflect, find inspiration, and simply spend a quiet moment surrounded by nature.

Your contribution will help support:
🌼 Native and perennial plants for year-round beauty
🌿 Ongoing garden care and maintenance
💛 A permanent memorial plaque honoring Heather’s life and spirit

Every contribution, no matter the size, helps this garden continue to grow and ensures Heather’s compassion, creativity, and impact remain part of our community for years to come.

Contribute to the Memorial Garden:
https://zurl.co/dbunX

Thank you for helping us create a space filled with beauty, remembrance, and community. 💚

08/10/2026

Strengthen your eye, steady your hand, and discover the art of drawing the human form. ✏️

In this engaging six-week figure drawing course, you’ll build confidence in proportion, gesture, movement, light and shadow, and personal expression through guided instruction and practical exercises. The model will wear a swimsuit to create a comfortable, focused learning environment.

Whether you’re beginning your figure drawing journey or refining existing skills, this course offers a supportive space to observe, practice, and develop your artistic voice.

Register today and bring the human form to life on paper: https://zurl.co/5kg9l

08/06/2026

Learning to see shapes, lines, and details in a whole new way!

Our Homeschool Drawing students explored expressive portraits and continuous-line drawing. Creating artwork filled with movement, color, and personality. These exercises encourage young artists to loosen up, look closely, and discover the possibilities within every line.

We love seeing each student’s unique artistic style come through!

08/04/2026

A creative week is beginning at Fountain City Art Center! 🎨

From painting and drawing to youth art, homeschool classes, and our KnoxFigure Open Figure Session, there are plenty of opportunities to learn, practice, and create together.

Classes begin August 4–8. View the schedule and find the right class for you.

Learn more and register at https://zurl.co/WoByO