Join artist Michele Frantz for a 4 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

August 11 - September 1

Tuition: $152 Canvas Fee: $5

Join us for an introduction to creating the illusion of atmosphere and depth in interiors and still life art!

Learn how light and shadow affects how we perceive objects in a limited space, such as a room or a tabletop, and how it differs from achieving depth in landscape art.

Students will come away with an understanding of the role of color, value, edges and contrast, and how to use them to improve their art.Students may work in any media. Students must bring their own supplies! Michele will provide reference photos, or students may use their own.

Ages 15+

Thursdays 4-5:30 pm

August 13 - September 3

Registration Fee: $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 will not be provided - please check the supplies list here for everything you need! 

For ages 15 & up.

Thursdays 6-7:30 pm

August 13-September 3

Tuition: $114 

Ignite your creativity and supercharge your skills in color theory, value, and composition! Using a limited palette, dive into a thrilling, unique acrylic exercise that unlocks endless possibilities.

Each session spotlights fresh artists for inspiration, sparking exhilarating discoveries in your personal style. Let famous masterpieces guide you to see the brilliance in your own skills.

All skill levels welcome!

Please note that aside from a canvas supplies will NOT be provided for this class. Please see the list of recommended supplies to be purchased here. 

Ages 15+

Wednesdays 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

September 2-30

Registration Fee: $190       Canvas Fee: $5

Join artist Michele Frantz for a 4 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.

Please note that the last class will be held at the City of Manassas Community Center.

Ages 15+

Tuesdays 10:30-12:30

September 15-October 6

Tuition: $152                    Canvas Fee: $5

Come learn to paint using acrylic paints, with the fall landscape as your subject!

Students will paint two different paintings, and with each one you will learn how to mix colors. You will also get a better understanding of how to see values, colors and textures within the landscape.

Please note that aside from a canvas, no supplies will be provided. A list of suggested supplies can be found here. 

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE FIRST THREE CLASSES WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE CITY OF MANASSAS COMMUNITY CENTER. 

Ages 15+

Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 pm

October 6 - November 4

Registration Fee: $190         Canvas Fee: $5

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.

Please note that the first class will be held at the City of Manassas Community Center.

Ages 15+

Tuesdays 10:30-12:30

October 20-November 17

Tuition: $190                    Canvas 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 will not be provided - please check the supplies list here for everything you need! 

Please note that the first class will take place at the City of Manassas Community Center!!

Ages 15+

Thursdays 6-7:30 pm

October 22 - November 12

Tuition: $114