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This class will focus on the fundamental skillset of drawing letters and characters. Looking at the work of graffiti artists from around the globe, we’ll analyze the different styles and […]
Interested in Watercolors, but afraid to take a class for fear of being out of your depth? Local artist Mike Flynn has designed a course perfect for the absolute beginner […]
This class is designed for younger students ages 5-8 to begin to learn the fundamentals of acting such as storytelling, creative movement, vocalization, and confidence in front of a group. […]
The Art of Writing: Mother Nature’s Revenge is a four-week Eco-Horror themed writing course. The world is on fire, and it only seems to be getting worse by the day. […]
Get ready to move with a Latin focused Cardio class to get your heart rate pumping and your body in motion. This follow along style class with focus on repetitive movement to popular music of the Latin Culture with moves geared towards mobility. Ages 15+ Saturday, May 9th 10:30-11:30 am Registration Fee: FREE!! This free […]
Celebrate the blooming season by getting your hands messy in our Spring Time Clay workshop! This two-part series is designed for older kids and teens to explore the fun of hand-sculpting and detailed painting.Over two Saturday afternoons, students will use air-dry clay to create nature-inspired art. We’ll spend the first week building our masterpieces and […]
John will present a two hour class where he leads students in painting an original piece of art based on his signature strange and wonderful style using acrylic paints. […]
2026 is the year to give back to yourself, and these wellness workshops are a great place to start! This will be a class centered on journaling as a form […]
Join us for a step-by-step guided painting class inspired by the rich beauty of 17th-century Flemish still life paintings! In this session, you’ll learn how to paint a fruit or […]
Join artist Michele Frantz for a 5 lesson session in acrylic painting! Versatile and forgiving, acrylic paints may be manipulated with a wide array of techniques, applied to many different […]
2026 is the year to give back to yourself, and there's no better place to start than this installment of our ARTful Wellness series. Join us for a calming creative […]
Explore the beautiful fluidity and transparency of watercolor. Beginners will learn basic tools and techniques . Experienced students will explore new methods, materials, and styles. This class is offered throughout […]
2026 is the year to give back to yourself, and there's no better place to start than this free wellness class, brought to you in partnership with UVA Health! In […]
Quilling, or Paper Filigree, is the ancient art of creating designs by cutting and coiling thin strips of paper. In this intensive two-day workshop, you will learn the basic techniques […]
Quilling, or Paper Filigree, is the ancient art of creating designs by cutting and coiling thin strips of paper. In this intensive two-day workshop, you will learn the basic techniques and come away with a unique piece of paper art! The first three-hour session on Saturday will introduce you to the history and basic tools […]
Whether you are a beginning artist or just want to improve your skills, these classes will explore the basis of all art...drawing! This series is designed to identify fundamental drawing […]
If you love vibrant color, you will love pastels! Dive right in without needing paintbrushes, solvents, or a palette – no other medium allows you to apply rich color as […]
Have a vacation photo or favorite locale you want to paint and don’t know how to start? Bring a photo from your favorite location and paint your own painting! Learn […]
Have you ever been curious about small felted projects, but never had the time to explore the artform? Join us for a free talk/demonstration, and get some hands on experience […]
Have you ever wondered about glass art, but didn't know where to start? Join us for a fun and informative afternoon with glass artist Maureen Storey, and learn all about […]
Learn to paint various still life set ups using the fundamentals of oil painting. We will start with basic shape still lifes and learn value by using just black and […]
Whether you’re brand new to digital art or looking to better understand Procreate’s tools, this class will guide you through the essentials and beyond. You’ll learn how to navigate Procreate with ease, work with layers, customize settings, and use powerful tools to enhance your artwork. As the series progresses, you’ll apply what you’ve learned in […]
Mixing mediums can be a great way to achieve unique effects! In this exciting course, instructor Mike Flynn will guide you through the use of both watercolors and ink to create astonishing renderings of the world around you. This class will explore several illustrations of various landscape, seascape, and cityscape designs using well-known locations. Watercolor […]
2026 is all about giving back to yourself, and these free wellness classes are the perfect place to start! Unleash your creativity through an art method that is a mindful and playful way to transform your thoughts into flowing, connected designs. Using simple materials - celebrate your unique creative journey with confidence and joy and […]
