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.

Ages 15+

Tuesdays 10:30-12:30

May 19th - June 16th

Tuition: $190 Canvas Fee: $5

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.

PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO CLASS 6/19 DUE TO JUNETEENTH!!

Ages 15+

Fridays 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

May 22nd - June 26th

Tuition: $190  Supply Fee: $5

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.

Make Your Point

In this class you will take your art to the next level by exploring the elements of compostition such as unity, contrast, movement, etc. This class is recommended for students who have at least some experience with their chosen medium. Students may work in either black and white or color drawing mediums. 

See the suggested supply list here - note that supplies will not be provided for this class!

Ages 15+

Thursday 4-5:30 pm

May 28 - June 18

Tuition: $114

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 not provided - see the supply list here to purchase what you'll need!

Thursdays 6-7:30 pm

May 28 - June 18

For ages 15 & up.

Tuition: $114        

Learn how to create luminous, atmospheric landscapes, and paint your own in Chrstine Raymond's signature process.

Inspired by her "4 the Love of Virginia" solo show, this special workshop pulls back the curtain on how Christine designs compositions, simplifies complex scenes, and uses light and color to create glowing, expressive landscapes.

You’ll learn the exact methods she uses in her own paintings—and create a piece in that same lyrical, light-filled style.

All supplies will be provided via the supply fee!

Ages 13+

Saturday, May 30th

11:30 am - 4:30 pm

Class Fee: $150    Supply Fee:$25

Register for Lion King Jr and Diary of a Wimpy Kid and receive a $200 discount. 

Lion King Jr runs from June 8-June June 28.  The first week will be held from 5:30-8:30 pm The second and third week will be held at the Gregory Family Theater in the Hylton Performing Arts Center  Performances will be held at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on Friday, June 26 at 7, June 28 at 10 and 2 and June 29 at 2 pm.

 THERE WILL BE NO REHEARSALS THE WEEK OF JUNE 30-July 4

Diary of a Wimpy Kid runs from July 6-July 25 from 9 am - 3 pm at the ARTfactory.  The hours will be 9 am to 3 pm Monday through Friday. 

There are three performances:  Friday, July 24 at 7 pm, Saturday, July 25 at 10 am and 2 pm  Tuition includes a tshirt and two complimentary tickets.

Tuition may be paid in one lump sum of $1,300 or ($1,105 with Membership) or may be divided as follows:

$325 ($276.25 with Membership) Non-Refundable Deposit will secure your spot.  Due by January 15.

Payment #2 $325 ($276.25 with Membership) due by February 15

Payment #3 $325($276.25 with Membership) due by March 15

Payment #4 $325 ($276.25 with Membership) due by April 15.

 If you are not a member and wish to join, click on this link Membership. 

This is a three week intensive beginning on June 8 and running through June 28. 

Please note, the first week of this intensive will be held in the evenings Monday through Thursday from 5:30-8:30 at the ARTfactory. 

Beginning Monday, June 15, the hours will be 9 am to 3 pm Monday through Friday at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in the Gregory Family Theater. 

There are four performances:  June 26 at 7 pm, June 27 at 10 am and 2 pm and Sunday, June 28 at 2 pm.  Tuition includes a tshirt and two complimentary tickets.

Tuition may be paid in one lump sum ($700 or $595 with Membership) or may be divided as follows:

$200 ($170 with Membership) Non-Refundable Deposit will secure your spot.  Due by January 15.

Payment #2 $200 ($170 with Membership) due by February 15

Payment #3 $200 ($170 with Membership) due by March 15

Payment #4 $150 ($127.50 with Membership) due by April 15.

 If you are not a member and wish to join, click on this link Membership. 

This is a three week intensive beginning on July 6 and running through July 24 at Osbourn High School.

The hours will be 9 am to 3 pm Monday through Friday. 

There are three performances:  Friday, July 24 at 7 pm, Saturday, July 25 at 10 am and 2 pm  Tuition includes a tshirt and two complimentary tickets.

Tuition may be paid in one lump sum ($750 or $637.50 with Membership) or may be divided as follows:

$200 ($170 with Membership) Non-Refundable Deposit will secure your spot.  Due by January 15.

Payment #2 $200 ($170 with Membership) due by February 15

Payment #3 $200 ($170with Membership) due by March 15

Payment #4 $150 ($127.50 with Membership) due by April 15.

 If you are not a member and wish to join, click on this link Membership.