If your child is taking a camp that ends at 12:30pm and another that starts at 1:30pm, or if you need to pick up your camper a little later than 12:30pm, sign them up for Lunch Bunch from 12:30-1:30pm!

If you only need an individual or day or just a few days, you can sign up for those by calling us at (703) 330-ARTS.

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 surfaces, and modified with various additives.

Students new to acrylics will learn introductory basics; experienced students will improve their skills and explore new directions. Class is offered throughout the year with a different approach presented in each session. Click here for a list of supplies. Canvases and boards will be provided by the instructor.

For ages 15 & up.

Instructor: Michele Frantz

Tuition: $114  Canvas Fee: $5

Drawing the Landscape!

Discover the power of shape, value and line to help you see and draw landscapes.

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.

Subjects will include still life and landscapes. Participants will provide some of their own materials (see supply list); other materials will be provided via the $5 supply fee.

Ages 15+

Tuition: $85.50 Supply fee $5

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. Supplies are provided via supply fee if needed. You may bring your own supplies if you have taken the class previously.   

For ages 15 & up.

Instructor: Michele Frantz

Tuition: $114 Supply Fee (optional): $20   

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.

For ages 15 & up.

Instructor: Michele Frantz

Tuition: $114  Paper Fee: $5

This is for registration for our Fall Pied Piper show, Beetlejuice Jr. Please ONLY register for this program if your participant has been cast in the show! 

IMPORTANT: Members must contact Mieke Trudeau, our office administrator, at mieke@virginiaartfactory.org to receive your promo code for the membership discount if you don't already have it. 

Bring stories to life with puppetry! In this imaginative camp, young campers will create their own puppets and learn the basics of puppetry performance. Through storytelling, crafting, and performance, they will develop their creativity and fine motor skills while having fun bringing characters to life with their handmade puppets. Family and friends will be invited to the final class for a performance showcasing their skills!

Little artists will discover their creative spark in this colorful art camp! Through drawing, painting, and mixed media projects, children will learn basic art techniques while exploring their own artistic expression. With a focus on creativity and fun, young Picassos will leave with a portfolio of their masterpieces!