Are you overwhelmed by color choices and still not getting the results you want in your paintings? This is a playful, practical workshop designed for artists who want to take control of their palette, understand color mixtures, and use color confidently to create mood, light, and harmony in their work.

Developed for a national conference for artists, this workshop will help you finally make sense of limited palettes, color schemes, and the effects of light. You’ll work in fast-drying acrylics to explore mutes, tones, tints, shades, color relativity, and color psychology—so you can apply what you learn right away.

You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of how color works and how to make it work for you.

All supplies provided via the supplies fee.

Ages 13+

Saturday, February 28th

11 am - 4 pm

Class Fee: $150      Supplies Fee: $20

This class will offer an introduction to the history and techniques of lettering and sign painting. Taking a look at the cultural and commercial significance of lettering, the various applications will be explained and demonstrated.

Over the course of this eight 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 THAT THERE WILL BE NO CLASS 4/7!!!

Tuesdays 6:30-8:30

March 3 - April 28

Class Fee: $304      Supplies Fee: $50

You may have learned how to use some of these mediums on their own, but how do they interact together?

In this mixed media class artist and instructor Mike Flynn will help you create unique, vital interpretations of subjects. Your pieces will feature a strong sense of design, light, and vibrant color. 

Come explore what happens when you mix watercolor with charcoal and pen marks and lines, adding gouache for colorful accents. 

Please see the supplies list here - other than watercolor paper, no supplies will be provided.

Ages 15+

Thursdays 10:30 am - 1 pm

March 5-26

Registration fee: $190             Supplies fee: $8

The Art of Writing: Springtime Sci-Fi Fantasy is a four-week SFF themed writing course.

Springtime is a time of rebirth, of seeing the world anew…and a perfect time to create your own world, using magic, technology, or a fun combination of both!

In this course, we’ll explore the different types of science fiction and fantasy, from hard sci-fi to soft and from high fantasy to urban, not just through writing but also discussing our favorite pop cultural examples.

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 15+

Fridays 6-8 pm

March 6th - 27th 

Class Fee: $152

2026 is the year to give back to yourself, and there's no better place to start than our ARTful Wellness series!

Join us for a creative and heart-centered experience where you'll craft your very own affirmation jar, a personal well of encouragement to return to again and again.

In this workshop, you'll decorate mason jars and fill them with handfwritten affirmations, intentions, and gentle truths. Whether you're setting the tone for a new season or simply needing reminders that root you, this is a space to reflect, create, and connect. 

All ages welcome, but children 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, March 7th

1-3 pm

Registration Fee: FREE!

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

2026 is the year to give back to yourself, and there's no better place to start than a free movement class!

Weaving together elements of Pilates, dance, somatic movement, and guided improvisation, you will be encouraged to find new ways to move and connect with your body. The class will begin sitting in a chair and will intentionally progress to standing and moving through space. Staying seated is always an option!

This class is available for anyone 15-115 who wants to learn some simple movements with big payoffs! No previous dance experience is required for this course.

Ages 15+

Saturday, March 7th

1-2 pm

Registration Fee: FREE!

John will present a two hour class where he leads students in painting an original piece of art based on his signature strange and wonderful style using acrylic paints. Students will paint along and be encouraged to create their own original work.

Guest artist Jortt will lead a two-hour acrylic painting class, guiding participants step by step as they paint alongside him while being encouraged to explore their own creativity and personal style. Each guest will create an original piece inspired by Jortt’s signature strange and wonderful style. Come paint something uniquely yours. No experience required, just curiosity and a willingness to play.

This project will be based on Jortt’s piece, “Four Pigs” a fun painting of some very colorful swine stacked upon each other. A demonstration of this painting is from the first episode of the Jortt Show:

https://youtu.be/tGPXCrTuAdg?si=DYmn3Ab_lttv2NKd

…and this is a fast-paced painting class, so artists will get paint on their clothes!

Wednesday, March 11th

4-6 pm

Class Fee: $38   Canvas Fee: $5

Making unique and tailored jewelry has never been this easy!

In this 3 hour workshop you will learn the fundamentals of polymer clay jewelry and create your own unique pair of stud earrings. From using the best materials and conditioning clay properly to working with a myriad of polymer clay tools, you will be guided through the process of creating a unique pair of studs, from design to execution, to finishing.

You will leave the workshop with your own, uniquely designed piece of wearable art as well as a polymer clay kit to continue practicing and exploring on your own.Enjoy an afternoon tapping into your creativity in a fun and encouraging setting.

Great for a girls' day or mommy/daughter/son day. All genders welcome! All materials (clay, tools, cutters, jewelry findings, etc) will be provided.

Ages 12+

Saturday, March 14th

1-4 pm

Registration Fee: $57        Supplies Fee: $15