Using acrylic paints, learn to paint like a pro through careful observation of the subjects before us. Whether we are working from a still-life set up in the classroom, or from photo references of a variety of interesting subjects (including animals, landscapes, architecture and people) we’ll learn to match the colors and shapes we are […]
read moreInvent your own cartoon characters and stories as you learn about drawing methods and materials used by professional cartoonists. We’ll also explore the history of the comic form.
read moreCreate eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.
read moreDiscover the wonder of silk painting. Imagine being able to take a beautiful painting off the wall and wear it for all to see. We’ll explore how the pure, transparent colors of the dyes and the luxurious drape of the silk combine to make this an exciting and creative medium.
read moreCreate eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.
read moreCreate eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.
read moreRev up your imagination and dive into the wonderful world of papier-mâché sculpture. Using crumpled paper, masking tape, wire, cardboard and paste, we’ll make a large, amazing sculpture. We’ll explore both sculpting and painting techniques.
read moreEnjoy painting and want to paint big? Join us for a collaborative painting experience. We’ll get inspired with a mural walk through the Fan, then work both individually and together to create a large-scale painting that will be displayed at VisArts.
read moreExplore traditional and innovative approaches to line drawing with pen and ink. Demonstrations will introduce you to the different types of line-making techniques, including contour, hatching, stippling, gesture and developed lines to create form, patterns and textures. Students will create their own completed drawings as they come to understand the value and depth of expression, […]
read moreDiscover a variety of media and techniques for drawing and painting. To conclude this experimental class, we’ll create a collage using the media we’ve explored throughout the week. We’ll also investigate topics and themes such as dreams and you as your future self.
read moreCreate eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.
read moreCreate eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.
read moreExplore a variety of art materials and techniques. Students will create unique compositions using techniques of drawing, collage, textiles, painting and sculpture. Walk away with a wide variety of art-making experiences!
read moreInvent your own cartoon characters and stories as you learn about drawing methods and materials used by professional cartoonists. We’ll also explore the history of the comic form.
read moreDevelop a style all your own with ink and watercolor creations. We will observe the natural world and learn techniques to draw what we see in ink, then learn watercolor approaches to add depth and dimension to our pieces. You will create a series of paintings that show your unique personality.
read moreExploring various art media through the imagery and stories from Cartoon Network’s animated show, Steven Universe. Students will be introduced to watercolor, pastel, alcohol ink and collage.
read moreExplore the techniques and planning that go into creating a multi-chapter comic book. We’ll discover what makes a good story and how to best tell that story with drawings. Topics include comic history, drawing techniques and visual communication.
read moreCreate eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.
read moreLearn how to work like the great artists of the 19th and 20th centuries. Each day, we’ll make a small reproduction of a masterpiece, then create our own using the materials of the day!
read moreStudy native Virginia animals and plants, then make a sculpture of your favorite flora and fauna using armatures, papier-mâché and paint.
read moreDevelop a style all your own with ink and watercolor creations. We will observe the natural world and learn techniques to draw what we see in ink, then learn watercolor approaches to add depth and dimension to our pieces. You will create a series of paintings that show your unique personality.
read moreEveryone has a story to tell. Combine character drawings, environments and dialogue to create your very own picture book. This course gets everyone drawing their own characters on the first day, and then dives into techniques for visual storytelling. Students learn approaches to drawing and explore ways to come up with plots and stories for […]
read moreCreate eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.
read moreCreate eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.
read moreVisit the many art galleries that are located along Main Street. We’ll start by gathering inspiration in VisArts’ True F. Luck Gallery, then we’ll make art based off of what we see and learn about. Artists make art for all different reasons, and learning about conceptual and technical aspects of art-making helps us become better […]
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