There’s always something happening at the ARTfactory!
Our event calendar displays all performances, special events, and classes/camps. Please view our CANCELLATION POLICY prior to registering or ticket purchases.
Looking for just Classes & Camps? Visit our Classes & Camps page.
Learn the art of "Beautiful Writing" with renowned artist Michele Frantz. Students will be introduced to the versatile "Bookhand" alphabet, suitable for both elegant documents and everyday writing. After this […]
Do you have a little that loves to live large? Come out to our brand new theatre class for kids ages 3-5! Students will bring beloved storybooks to life through […]
2026 is the year to give back to yourself, and this class is sure to get you moving in the right direction! In a world full of multitasking and long […]
2026 is the year to focus on your mental and physical health, and this Wellness series is the perfect place to start! Come and paint a beautiful landscape scene using […]
"4 the Love of Virginia" Christine Raymond Solo ExhibitExhibit dates: April 22, 2026-May 31, 2026Artist Reception: Saturday, April 25, 6-8 PMRSVP: https://insidenovatix.com/events/4-the-love-of-virginia-opening-reception-4-25-2026-210448 View the artwork, meet the artist, and enjoy wine […]
If glass art has always seemed like an intimidating venture, then this is the workshop for you! Join us for a fun class where you will create your own special […]
Turn your doodles into dynamic heroes and villains! This intensive, one-off workshop is designed for young artists who want to level up their drawing skills and learn the secrets behind […]
"4 the Love of Virginia" Christine Raymond Solo ExhibitExhibit dates: April 22, 2026-May 31, 2026Artist Reception: Saturday, April 25, 6-8 PMRSVP: https://insidenovatix.com/events/4-the-love-of-virginia-opening-reception-4-25-2026-210448 View the artwork, meet the artist, and enjoy wine […]
Join us for a one-off workshop that introduces the basics of popular styles of Latin Dance. Students will explore Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue and practice hearing the difference in these […]
Do you love little plushes and figures, but wish you could make your own cute characters? Step into a world of fluffy wool and explore needlefelting! Through this workshop, you’ll learn about basic techniques used in 3D needlefelting, and will get hands on experience using all the tools involved. Just in time for Mother's Day, […]
This four-session intensive focuses on the core foundations of drawing while exploring a variety of mediums! Students will move beyond the basics, learning how to "see" like artists and translate the 3D world onto paper. Through guided experiments in line work and value, students will see tangible improvement in their technical ability and creative confidence. […]
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 methods used by the masters of this artform. As opposed to sketch books, graffiti artists draw in ‘blackbooks’ which will be the sole focus of […]
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 in watercolors! Over the course of four classes you will be introduced to the tools of the trade. Mike will demonstrate basic techniques, and show […]
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 goal of this class is for students to learn these skills in a way that is fun and enjoyable, while also creating a safe […]
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. With climate anxiety at an all-time high, it can help to channel it into writing. In this course, we’ll explore and define the genre of […]
2026 is the year to give back to yourself, and there's no better place to start than this free dance workshop, presented in partnership with the City of Manassas. Integrating elements of Pilates, somatic practices, and functional movement, this class utilizes both standing and floor-based movement. You will build strength and increase mobility through low-impact, […]
Presented by ARTfactory's Pied Piper Theatre
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 […]
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 vegetable using acrylics while exploring dramatic lighting, color, and texture. This class is perfect for beginners and experienced painters alike. Each participant will leave with […]
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 […]
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 […]
