Events

Evolve beyond standard presets and discover the limitless potential of the digital powerful lines of the historic railroad, the vibrant character of unique storefronts, and the hidden gardens tucked away […]

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 […]

Join artist Michele Frantz for a 4 lesson session in acrylic painting! Versatile and forgiving, acrylic paints may be manipulated with a wide array of techniques, applied to many different […]

One of the most timeless subjects for watercolors are plant-life, and in this four-week intensive course you explore how to use the medium to depict Mother Nature in all her […]

Join us for an introduction to creating the illusion of atmosphere and depth in landscape art using aerial perspective! Learn how the very air we breathe affects how we see […]

Learn how to turn our fine feathered friends into treasured works of art! From anatomy to perspective, Michele will walk you through her tips and tricks for making your avian art come to life. Students may work in any media, and will learn simple but effective techniques for capturing the beauty and spirit of birds […]

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 […]

The Art of Writing: Summertime is a four-week Horror themed writing course. Summer: the time of year when kids spend weeks at camps, people enjoy nature, and slashers hunt down unlucky camp counselors looking for love. Throughout this course, we’ll explore why summer camps are magnets for killers, discuss our favorite pop culture summertime scares, […]

Ready to turn your ideas into custom stickers? In this fun, hands-on 1-day workshop, you’ll learn how to design and create your own stickers from start to finish — all from home. You’ll learn how to create bold, eye-catching designs, that really make your stickers pop! You’ll also discover two easy ways to make your […]

Want a fun way to show your love of your favorite characters or original characters? Come join us to learn how you can make your own stickers! Die-cut stickers are one of the easiest ways to start. Students will learn how to use Krita, a free digital program, to create and finalize designs for the […]

Unlock the secrets of professional sculpture in this intensive, one-week studio! Figures in Motion moves beyond basic clay modeling to teach the “inside-out” method used by master sculptors. Students will learn to engineer custom wire armatures-internal skeletons that provide the strength and balance needed for dynamic, gravity-defying poses. Whether your interest lies in wildlife, human […]

This class will offer an introduction to the history and techniques of painting murals. Taking a look at the cultural and commercial significance of murals, the various applications will be explained and demonstrated. Over the course of this six week intensive class, you will get hands on experience painting on ARTfactory walls! This course is […]

Step into the spotlight and discover the magic of musical theatre! In this engaging class, students will explore the three pillars of the stage—singing, acting, and dancing—through fun exercises, group numbers, and age-appropriate scenes from popular musicals. Young performers will build confidence, strengthen their stage presence, and develop foundational performance skills while working collaboratively with […]

In the scene study class, actors will take specific scenes from movies, television, or plays and apply exercises and techniques to create believable characters and performances. Actors will work with the instructor to build on foundational skills and receive feedback to improve their craft.  The class will conclude with a mini presentation of scenes and/or […]