Virginia Art Factory

Watercolor Basics and Beyond
2026-02-20 10:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | ARTfactory, 9419 Battle Street, Manassas, VA, 20110, United States
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 the year with a different approach presented in each session. A list of supplies can be found on the Classes and Camps page, or by clicking here. Watercolor paper will be provided by the instructor.
Fridays 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
February 20th – March 20th
For ages 15 & up.
Tuition: $190 Supply Fee: $5

Journey to Drawing: Drawing Animals
2026-02-26 16:00 - 17:30
Drawing Animals!
Learn the basic shapes of animals and how to develop them into life-like creations!
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 skills that the participants can take and develop further on their own. Participants can take one or several sessions; each session will introduce a different aspect of drawing, such as gesture, line, shading, proportions, etc.
Drawing Animals
In this session you’ll tackle drawing our wonderful furry and feathered friends. If you have some experience, you may work in any medium you like. If you are just beginning, we recommend you start with pencil or charcoal.
Supplies not included – please use the link below to purchase!
Supply List
Thursdays 4-5:30 pm
February 26th – March 19th
Ages 15+
Tuition: $114

Exploring Acrylics
2026-02-26 18:00 - 19:30
Join artist Michele Frantz for an evening class in acrylic painting. Quick drying, vibrant, and versatile, acrylics may be applied to a wide variety of surfaces and altered with different additives. Students new to acrylics will learn introductory basics; experienced students will improve their skills and explore new directions.
Thursdays 6-7:30 pm
February 26th – March 19th
For ages 15 & up.
Tuition: $114

College Audition Prep: A Musical Theatre Workshop
2026-02-28 14:00 - 17:00
This workshop is designed to inform and empower students to feel their best going into audition scenarios.
Topics covered include:
– Picking a song
– Selecting a cut
– Finding Sheet music
– Audition Etiquette
This workshop will be a mixture of teacher lecture/presentation, group analysis (identifying and assessing good and bad examples), and pre-selected students performing in a masterclass setting.
As a part of the masterclass, the instructor will demonstrate some examples of “what to do when things go wrong” where the pianist makes some intentional mistakes allowing the students to figure out how to respond live in the moment.
Participants that want to participate in the masterclass portion must submit a 30-60 second video singing a song they are comfortable with to alex@virginiaartfactory.org.
Saturday, February 28th
2-5 pm
Class Fee: $57
