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Acrylic Painting: Fall Landscapes

$195 MEMBER PRICE: $16575

with Emily Thomson

Calendar Oct 8, 2026

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

Exploring Wildlife Through Watercolors

$195 MEMBER PRICE: $16575

with Mike Flynn

Calendar Oct 8, 2026 at 10:30 am, runs for 4 weeks

Join us for a four-week course exploring flora and fauna from around the world through watercolor paints! 

Artist Mike Flynn will guide students through the tips and techniques that will help their paintings come to life. Every class will focus on a different subject, provided by the instructor.

Please note that aside from watercolor paper supplies will not be provided for this class! A list of recommended supplies can be found here

The first three sessions of this class will meet at the City of Manassas Community Center!!

Ages 15+

Thursdays 10:30 am - 1 pm

October 8-29

Registration Fee: $190     Supply Fee: $5

Exploring Composition: Slightly Askew

$114 MEMBER PRICE: $9690

with Michele Frantz

Calendar Oct 22, 2026 at 4 pm, runs for 4 weeks

The crucial role of composition in art is to establish balance and harmony in one’s artwork, while at the same time effectively using contrast to provide interest.

In these classes, students will explore a variety of compositional formats, such as triangles and spirals, and learn how to use visual elements such as line, color, texture and space to make these formats work.Some previous experience with your chosen media is recommended, since the emphasis will be on design rather than technique.

The instructor will supply reference photos, but students are also welcome to bring their own. Students may work in any media; no supplies provided.

Please note that the first class will take place at the ______!!

Ages 15+

Thursdays 4-5:30 pm

October 22 - November 12

Registration Fee: $114





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