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Lightning Thief-Pied Piper Theatre
with Nicole Zezzo

Ages: 8 - 18
This is for registration for our Spring Pied Piper show, Lightning Thief. 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. She will send you the code and the instructions.
Journey to Drawing: Session 2
with Michele Frantz

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.
Session 2: The Shape of Things to Come
2/27-3/13
Learn why the circle, square and triangle are so fundamental to drawing what you see. Supply list.
Supply fee $5
Will run
Exploring Acrylics 2/27-3/20
with Michele Frantz

NEW TIME: 6-7:30PM
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 optional, can be provided via supply fee.
NEW: You will be prompted to indicate whether or not you need supplies. If you select yes, the supply fee will be added to your total.
For ages 15 & up.
Instructor: Michele Frantz
Tuition: $114 Supply Fee: $20
Will run
3D Art Exploration (8-14) 3/7-3/28
with Lydia Bratton

Ages: 8 - 14
Get ready to unleash your creativity and explore the exciting world of 3D art in this hands-on class! Designed for young artists ages 8-14, this session will guide you through the process of transforming ideas into three-dimensional works of art.
Students will have the freedom to create their own sculptures or imaginative structures, guided by the instructor's feedback and support. Whether it's a character, animal, abstract design, or something completely unique, each child will leave with a one-of-a-kind piece of art.
By the end of this class, students will have gained confidence in their artistic abilities and a deeper understanding of spatial awareness, all while having fun experimenting with different materials and techniques. Whether they’re a beginner or already have some artistic experience, this class is perfect for young creators looking to stretch their imaginations and dive into the world of 3D art!
For ages 8-14.
Instructor: Lydia Bratton
Tuition: $152 Supply Fee: $10
Saturday Cartooning 3/8-3/29
with Lydia Bratton

Ages: 8 - 14
Do you love creating comics, cartoons, and anime sketches? Improve your character illustration skills and personal style. We will look at Eastern and Western comics, and then use hand drawing techniques to illustrate a page, just like the professionals! Supplies provided.
For ages 8-14.
Instructor: Lydia Bratton
Tuition: $152 Supply Fee: $5
Sunday Sculpting 3/9-3/30
with Lydia Bratton

Instructor and artist, Lydia Bratton, will guide this class through the start to finish of creating art through sculpture. Sculpture requires patience, perseverance, and sometimes a mindset shift to achieve desired results.
Lydia will stress the importance of trusting the process, making sculptors of all levels feel capable and confident in creating a piece they can be proud of. Students will plan and complete sculptures they can take home and enjoy.
Sculptures will be left to dry for a week, and students will return to paint their finished, dried product before taking their masterpiece home.
Instructor: Lydia Bratton
Tuition: $114 Supply Fee: $15
Drawing Skills (8-14yrs) 3/10-3/31
with Lydia Bratton

Ages: 8 - 14
This class will support the improvement of fundamental drawing skills, while bringing students together for fun and creativity. This session will focus on elements & principles of design as well as perspective. Come explore line, form, shading and texture using traditional art media. Class may be taken multiple times through the year; lessons and subject matter will vary each session. Media could include pencils, charcoal, colored pencils, pens, markers and pastels. Supplies are provided via supply fee.
For ages 8-14
Instructor: Lydia Bratton
Tuition: $152 Supply Fee: $5
Drawing Skills (8-14yrs) 4/7-4/28
with Lydia Bratton

Ages: 8 - 14
This class will support the improvement of fundamental drawing skills, while bringing students together for fun and creativity. This session will focus on elements & principles of design as well as perspective. Come explore line, form, shading and texture using traditional art media. Class may be taken multiple times through the year; lessons and subject matter will vary each session. Media could include pencils, charcoal, colored pencils, pens, markers and pastels. Supplies are provided via supply fee.
For ages 8-14
Instructor: Lydia Bratton
Tuition: $152 Supply Fee: $5