Learn to paint various still life set ups using the fundamentals of oil painting. We will start with basic shape still lifes and learn value by using just black and white paint. Then we will paint more complex subjects and learn how to work in color.

Students will learn how to mix colors, how to paint using oils, and various techniques to build layers of value and color. Supplies are provided.

Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm

June 3 - July 1

Tuition: $190       Supply Fee: $20

Mixing mediums can be a great way to achieve unique effects!

In this exciting course, instructor Mike Flynn will guide you through the use of both watercolors and ink to create astonishing renderings of the world around you.

This class will explore several illustrations of various landscape, seascape, and cityscape designs using well-known locations. 

Watercolor paper will be provided via the supply fee, but all other supplies are not included. A list of supplies can be found here. Some watercolor experience is helpful, but no required, for this class!

Please note that there will be no class on June 25th!

Ages 15+

Thursdays 10:30 am - 1 pm

June 6 - July 2

Registration Fee: $190    Paper Fee: $5

2026 is all about giving back to yourself, and these free wellness classes are the perfect place to start!

Unleash your creativity through an art method that is a mindful and playful way to transform your thoughts into flowing, connected designs. Using simple materials - celebrate your unique creative journey with confidence and joy and embrace a process which helps to create calm.

Saturday, June 6th 

11 am - 12:30 pm

Class Fee: Free!

This free wellness class is brought to you in partnership with UVA Health.

Join us for a high school edition of our popular new offering! 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 designed to cater to any and all levels of skill, so beginners are not only welcome but encouraged to sign up.

All materials provided via the supplies fee. PLEASE NOTE THERE WILL BE NO CLASS ON 7/4!!

Ages 13-18

Saturdays 5-7:30 pm

June 6 - July 18

Class Fee: $285      Supplies Fee: $42

Have you been curious about Salsa, but afraid to take that first step (pun intended)? Intimidated by needing a partner? This new class is just for you!

Expert dancer and instructor Julissa Cruz presents a four week course based on the foundation steps of salsa and mambo. This class is geared towards understanding the rhythm and timing for the individual dancer. 

This is not a partnering class, so solo registrants are not only accepted but encouraged! 

Ages 15+

Sundays 10:30 am - 12 pm

June 7-28

Registration Fee: $114

One of the best ways to get started writing is by playing in other people’s sandboxes. The art of fanfiction will explore the history of the genre, from The Divine Comedy and Paradise Lost to Star Trek Conventions and modern sites like AO3. Throughout this course, we’ll explore how fanfiction is always in conversation with the original text, how to get your characters to sound like the original source material and the types of fanfic you can write.

By the end of the course, you’ll have a collection of fresh writing, peer feedback, and practical tools to continue your writing journey beyond the workshop.

Come ready to write, share, and grow.

This workshop is open to writers of all levels and genres.

Ages 13-18

Monday-Friday, 2-5 pm

June 8-12

Registration Fee: $285

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 the 3D world onto paper. Through guided experiments in line work and value, students will see tangible improvement in their technical ability and creative confidence.

Ages 8-14

Mondays 6-8 pm

June 8-29

Class Fee: $152    Supply Fee: $6

2026 is the year to focus on your mental and physical health, and this Wellness series is the perfect place to start!

Come and paint a beautiful landscape scene using acrylic! Painting a landscape scene can be relaxing and a great pleasure to view. Emily will go step by step to show how to paint an outdoor landscape, including mixing colors, adding texture, and techniques for the use of acrylic paint.

Ages 15+

Tuesday, June 9th

6-8 pm

Class Fee: Free!

This free wellness workshop is brought to you in partnership with UVA Health.