Have you ever been curious about small felted projects, but never had the time to explore the artform? Join us for a free talk/demonstration, and get some hands on experience with the tools and materials of the trade!

Through this workshop, you’ll learn about basic techniques used in 3D needlefelting, and will get hands on experience using all the tools involved.

All ages welcome, but children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Sunday, May 31st

1-3 pm

Registration Fee: FREE!!

Have you ever wondered about glass art, but didn't know where to start? Join us for a fun and informative afternoon with glass artist Maureen Storey, and learn all about the materials and techniques used to make exquisite (and functional) glass art!

With a hands on component towards the end of the class, this is sure to be an afternoon to remember! 

This event is free to the public!

Ages 15+

Sunday, May 31st

4-5:30 pm

Registration Fee: Free!!

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.

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

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.

Visualize & Align is a reflective, hands-on collage workshop led by Endira of Affirmation Ally, in collaboration with The ARTfactory’s Artful Wellness series.

Together, we’ll explore what it means to set intentions with care by creating personal vision collages using magazines, affirmations, and creative materials.With light guidance and gentle prompts, this session offers space to pause, get clear, and visually align with what matters to you in the year ahead.

All materials are provided, and no experience is needed - just bring yourself and a willingness to explore.

All ages welcome

(13 and under must be accompanied by an adult)

Wednesday, June 10th

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Registration Fee: Free!

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