PAFA Continuing Education offers a two-century-old tradition of teaching excellence in the fine arts. Whether you're venturing into art for the first time, returning after a long absence, preparing a portfolio for art school or sharpening your skills, PAFA CE has something for you.
Registrations are still being accepted for Spring classes beginning January 17 - 23!

Alex Kanevsky, J.F.H. with Four Doors, 2011, oil on wood, 36 x 59 inches
Master Class with Alex Kanevsky (Full - waitlist only) March 17 & 18
Spring Highlights
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Saturday Classes for High School Students - A valuable opportunity for young artists to develop and hone their skills under the guidance of PAFA faculty. Students also receive assistance in preparing a portfolio for art school/college.
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PAFA at Historic Yellow Springs - Chester Springs Studio - PAFA is proud to reestablish this historic relationship through a series of courses, taught by PAFA faculty.
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Evening Lecture Series - Topics range from practical concerns of the artist, art history/appreciation and career development.
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Visit the Vaults with Bill Scott and Stuart Shils - Join painters Stuart Shils and Bill Scott as they explore the PAFA storage vaults to discover and analyze some of these little known treasures from PAFA's vast collection.
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Saturday Morning Critique Series - If you’ve been feeling isolated in your studio, or have been taking classes but are unsure of your direction, stimulate your art-making with a group critique.
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CE Open Drawing - Sharpen your drawing skills, share ideas and meet new friends and faculty! Work each week from a life model in the medium of your choosing. Pay only $5 at the door or register for the entire session.
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Full-Time Programs Information Sessions - Meet with Admissions staff, faculty and student representatives to discuss the benefits and surprising accessibility of PAFA's degree and certificate programs. Free by RSVP!
Contact Us
We're here to help! Please call 215-972-7632 or write continuinged@pafa.edu for more information or assistance in course selection.
Office Hours Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.