Upcoming Events
Open studio
Join us in the East Craft Room for open studio hours! Free and open to the public. Bring your art supplies and project you’re working on—or start a whole new—and enjoy the company of other artists in the creative process!
Ellen Frenkel's "Asking Questions" Opening Reception
Join us to celebrate the opening of Denton fiber artist Ellen Frenkel’s latest show!
Free admission. Light refreshments served.
Quilt Guild Monthly Meeting
Denton Quilt Guild’s monthly meeting at the PAAC. Artist presentation and technique demonstrations. For more information, visit Quilt Guild’s website.
Open studio
Join us in the East Craft Room for open studio hours! Free and open to the public. Bring your art supplies and project you’re working on—or start a whole new—and enjoy the company of other artists in the creative process!
Concert: Elizabeth McNutt & Friends
Virtuoso flutist Elizabeth McNutt returns to the PAAC with a music ensemble for evening concert. She is the principal lecturer in flute at UNT’s College of Music and director of the Nova New Music Ensemble. Elizabeth has played across the United States as well as international. The LA Times dubbed her a “commanding flutist.”
Please join us for an night of incredible music performed by the very best. Free admission.
Open studio
Join us in the East Craft Room for open studio hours! Free and open to the public. Bring your art supplies and project you’re working on—or start a whole new—and enjoy the company of other artists in the creative process!
Painting Workshop with Artist Magda Plagge
Join us for an exciting painting workshop with local artist and GDAC member, Magda Plagge. Learn how to create your very own beautiful mountainscape on canvas! This workshop is FREE and open to all ages and skill levels. Space is limited, so reserve your spot now!
Summer Art Camp: Theatre Week
Week one of GDAC’s five week summer art camp for kids ages 6 to 13!
Summer Art Camp: Dance & Movement Week
Week two of GDAC’s summer art camp for kids ages 6 to 13!
Summer Art Camp: Crafty Creatures Week
Week three of GDAC’s summer art camp for kids ages 6 to 13!
Lost Poet Lounge: Soul Bloom - a Poetic Soirée
Poetic Minds are blooming! Join Lost Poet Lounge & GDAC for this Poetic Soirée to tap into your poetic flow!
Summer Art Camp: Sculpture & Assemblage Week
Week four of GDAC’s summer art camp for kids ages 6 to 13!
Design Downtown Denton: The Feedback Finale
Together with the City of Denton Department of Development’s Planning Division, GDAC is hosting the Design Downtown Denton: The Feedback Finale workshop. All are welcome to come and share ideas and priorities for future downtown projects. Be a part of shaping downtown Denton’s future!
Admission is free, just RSVP here to attend. For more information, click here!
Open studio
Join us in the East Craft Room for open studio hours! Free and open to the public. Bring your art supplies and project you’re working on—or start a whole new—and enjoy the company of other artists in the creative process!
Golden Triangle Woodturners Monthly Meeting
Catch Denton’s Golden Triangle Woodturners at the PAAC on the evening of the first Monday of every month for a demonstration of new techniques for wood turning on the lathe.
First Friday - Sonidos Culturales: Noche de Gala
A dual performance by Ballet Folklorico Alumnas de Oro and Mariachi Los Broncos from Denton High School.
“Visions, Memories, Dreams” Dance Performance by Holly Griffin
Original dance performance choreographed by TWU student Holly Griffin
VAST Monthly Meeting
The Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST) holds their monthly meetings on the first Wednesday of every month at the PAAC during which you can catch talks and demonstrations from guest artists and mini-art shows!
Learn more at VAST’s website.
Jo Williams Watercolor Workshop
Join local watercolor painter and Visual Arts Society of Texas member Jo Williams for demonstrations and tutorials on watercoloring.
For more information, visit Jo’s website.
New Horizons Band Concert
Come out and support the amazing New Horizons Band for their spring concert! Event from 7 PM - 9 PM. Refreshments to be served following the performance.
Thin Line Film Festival
Come check out the photo-gallery from Thin Line Film Festival!
Gallery Hours:
Thursday 4/25: 11AM - 9PM
Friday 4/26: 11AM - 9PM
Saturday 4/27: 10AM - 10PM
Sunday 4/28: 12PM - 6PM
Open studio
Join us in the East Craft Room for open studio hours! Free and open to the public. Bring your art supplies and project you’re working on—or start a whole new—and enjoy the company of other artists in the creative process!
Coyote Music Studio Spring Recital
Come out and support the Coyote Music Studio students’ hard work and progress as they demonstrate their musical skills!
Sustainable Design for Healthy Communities Hands-on Workshop
Sponsored by UNT’s CVAD Fashion Design Program and Black Student Union, this evening will feature interactive community engagement with the arts, design, and sustainable design techniques, highlighting the work of CVAD’s black fashion design student organization, Noir 6.
More Information: faculty contact: barbara.trippeer@unt.edu
Noir 6 (CVAD Black Student Union Fashion Collective) contact: TimothyFreeny@my.unt.edu
Open studio
Join us in the East Craft Room for open studio hours! Free and open to the public. Bring your art supplies and project you’re working on—or start a whole new—and enjoy the company of other artists in the creative process!
Quilt Guild Monthly Meeting
Denton Quilt Guild’s monthly meeting at the PAAC. Artist presentation and technique demonstrations. For more information, visit Quilt Guild’s website.
GDAC Member Mixer
Get together with other members of the GDAC creative community at the LSA rooftop bar!
Institute for Creative Music Concert
The Spring ‘24 Denton Jazz Workshops features middle and high school aged students from all over North Texas.
New Song School of the Arts- Denton Book Unveiling
New Song School of the Arts unveils a new Denton County themed children’s book! Celebrate with us for an afternoon of music, artwork, and literacy!
Jazz Jam Session
Musician meet & greet and jam session with the DFW Professional Musicians’ Associations
Open studio
Join us in the East Craft Room for open studio hours! Free and open to the public. Bring your art supplies and project you’re working on—or start a whole new—and enjoy the company of other artists in the creative process!
High School Art Show Reception
Opening reception of Denton ISD’s emerging high school artists in Gough Gallery.
Open studio
Join us in the East Craft Room for open studio hours! Free and open to the public. Bring your art supplies and project you’re working on—or start a whole new—and enjoy the company of other artists in the creative process!
VAST Monthly Meeting
The Visual Arts Society of Texas (VAST) holds their monthly meetings on the first Wednesday of every month at the PAAC during which you can catch talks and demonstrations from guest artists and mini-art shows!
Learn more at VAST’s website.
Jo Williams Watercolor Workshop
Join local watercolor painter and Visual Arts Society of Texas member Jo Williams for demonstrations and tutorials on watercoloring.
For more information, visit Jo’s website.
Golden Triangle Woodturners Monthly Meeting
Catch Denton’s Golden Triangle Woodturners at the PAAC on the evening of the first Monday of every month for a demonstration of new techniques for wood turning on the lathe.
Artist Talk- Materials: Hard & Soft 2024 Winners
Want to learn more about the winning artists from Materials Hard + Soft? Join us at the PAAC to hear the 2024 winners talk in depth about their work, processes, and influences. Celebrate creativity, learn new techniques, and be inspired!
Let's Talk: Women's Empowerment in K-Pop
Taking a look at women’s issues and empowerment through the lens of K-Pop with cover artist Kaley Nicole.
Open studio
Join us in the East Craft Room for open studio hours! Free and open to the public. Bring your art supplies and project you’re working on—or start a whole new—and enjoy the company of other artists in the creative process!
Calhoun Middle School Art Reception at Embassy Suites
Join us at the Embassy Suites in Rayzor Ranch as we celebrate the opening of the next selection of artwork by the talented students of Calhoun Middle School. Snacks and refreshments will be served.
Jo Williams Watercolor Workshop
Join local watercolor painter and Visual Arts Society of Texas member Jo Williams for demonstrations and tutorials on watercoloring.
For more information, visit Jo’s website.