Page 8 - Jupiter Spotlight - December '24

Page 8, Jupiter Spotlight
Lighthouse ArtCenter

Unveils Newly Renovated 3-D Building

Lighthouse ArtCenter (LAC) is pleased to announce executive director. “The
the reopening of its newly renovated 3-D building at 395 community interest has
Seabrook Road, Tequesta, FL 33469. This extensive year- been strong. Registration
long renovation will enhance the creative experience for for classes in the newly
students of all ages and skill levels, instructors, and the renovated building is
local community. open, and several classes
are already full.”
Originally built
in 1973, Lighthouse
ArtCenter purchased
the building in 2019
from Jupiter Medical
Center after leasing it
for about 20 years. The
acquisition followed a
whirlwind fundraising Jamie Bates, 3 Wings Visiting
campaign, including Artist, instructing a workshop
benefit concerts from Chad Steve, Ron Shaw
former Metallica bassist and local supporter Jason Newsted.
The newly renovated 3-D studio will empower students “The instructors bring a wealth of diverse expertise
Front of building left view to create a variety of projects, including abstract and to the table, and now they have a state-of-the-art facility
figurative sculptures, mugs, teapots, and platters. With that perfectly complements their skills and techniques,”
The upgraded building features an expanded roster of classes available during both day and evening hours, said Director of Ceramics and Sculpture Chad Steve. “I
classes and instructors, offering programs from introductory participants can choose from 8-week courses, shorter am confident that both students and faculty will produce
pottery wheel lessons to advanced hand-building techniques. multi-day workshops, and special events like Wine Down their finest work yet in the coming year.”
These enhancements will allow LAC to host more visiting Wednesday and Select Fridays from 6 to 8 p.m., fostering Registration is open for classes and workshops. For more
artists and introduce new ceramics offerings during summer a fun and communal learning environment. information, visit lighthousearts.org.
camps for children, promoting artistic development within
the community.
“We are incredibly grateful to our contributing LAC
Board Members, community members, and an anonymous
grant that made this project possible,” said Jeni Licata,

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