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Ugly Xmas Sweater Workshop
with Cheryl Neway
Come get your holiday spirit on in this fun interactive upcycle tie-dye class!
We will be crafting and creating a funky design to boost your holiday cheer and spread more joy. Bring an ugly sweater or a hoodie to up cycle and dye. The garment will need to be made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, hemp, rayon, and silk. Please don't bring anything polyester, acrylic, spandex, etc.
Dying materials will be provided via the supplies fee.
Students who register for this course will get free popcorn at the Christmas Market December 5th and 6th!
Saturday 11/15, 6-8 pm
AND Sunday 11/16 4-5 pm
Class Fee: $57 Supplies Fee: $15
3D Holiday Studio: Winter Workshop
with Lydia Bratton
Ages: 8 - 14
Welcome to the 3D Holiday Studio, where we will bring the magic of the season to life in three dimensions! In this festive class, kids will use their imaginations and get their hands-on with a variety of materials to create their own holiday-themed masterpieces.
From sculpting jolly snowmen to crafting whimsical ornaments and designing mini winter wonderland, this class is a perfect way to explore the world of 3D art.
Students will learn how to build, shape, and decorate their creations while having fun and spreading holiday cheer. It’s a joyful and creative way to make unique gifts and decorations that are certain to be treasured for years to come!
Students who register before 11/20 will get a voucher for free popcorn at the Christmas Market December 5th and 6th!
Tuesday and Wednesday, November 25 & 26
3-6 pm
Class Fee: $114
Mural Workshop: The Craft of Painting on Walls
with Caesar McGann
Join us for a free one day seminar which will explore the history, relevance and techniques of painting Murals. Hosted by Caesar McGann, a professional artist based in Northern VA who has been painting on walls of all shapes and sizes for over 30 years. A student of the craft, Caesar’s artistic career is rooted in the culture of graffiti. Well known for his signature style and mastery of letters, this seminar will encompass various methods and approaches one may encounter while painting on walls.
Looking at mural painting through the lens of art history, there will be discussion of how different cultures have used this art form to enrich their own respective societies. From ancient Egypt, to the masters of the Renaissance, all the way up to modern day sign painters and street artists; mankind has been adorning the walls around them since the dawn of time.
This course will touch on the significant movements and developments of mural painting, as artists have strived to hone their skill sets, learning how to create the massive masterpieces that dot the landscapes of cities all over the world. No experience necessary, no materials needed.
If you have an interest in art history, or you are an aspiring muralist hoping to up their game, this will be a great way to spend the afternoon.
Saturday, November 29th
1-4 pm
Free Event!
Ornagami: Folded Christmas Decorations
with Michele Frantz
Use the ancient Japanese art of paper folding to create beautiful and unique ornaments, suitable for gifts or decorating for the holidays.
Participants will learn unique designs, and will make figures and designs from the holiday season come to life! Sign up before 12/3 and you will get a voucher for free popcorn at the Christmas Market December 5th and 6th!
All materials will be provided.
Ages 15+
Thursdays 3-4:30 pm
December 4th and December 11th
Class fee: $57
Acrylics Basics and Beyond: Ornaments
with Michele Frantz
Join artist Michele Frantz for a short, 2 lesson session on making your own holiday ornaments with acrylic paint! Reference images will be provided, or bring your own. All skill levels welcome.
Michele will be providing new designs not explored in last year's class!
Students that register before 12/3 will get a voucher for free popcorn at the Christmas Market on December 5th and 6th!
Bring your regular acrylics supplies (click here for a list of supplies); miniature canvases and other materials will be provided by the instructor.
For ages 15 & up.
Tuesdays 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
December 9th and December 16th
Tuition: $76 Supply Fee: $5
Watercolor Ornaments
with Michele Frantz
Join artist Michele Frantz for a intensive workshop on making your own holiday ornaments with watercolors!
Reference images will be provided, or bring your own.
For all skill levels. Bring your regular watercolor supplies (click here for a list of supplies); paper and other materials will be provided by the instructor.
Students who register before 12/4 will receive a voucher for free popcorn for the Christmas Market 12/5 and 12/6!
For ages 15 & up.
Friday, December 12th
1-4 pm
Tuition: $57 Supply Fee: $5
Will run
Painting Acrylics with Jortt
with John Hartt
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.
He will address the following :
- Composition
- Finding shapes
- Lines of action
- Color theory
- Working with a color palette
- Stop thinking and start creating
Thursday, December 18th 1-3 pm
Class Fee: $38 Canvas Fee: $5
Acrylics Basics and Beyond
with Michele Frantz
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.
Tuesdays 10:30-12:30
January 6th - February 3rd
For ages 15 & up.
Tuition: $190 Canvas Fee: $5