This four-session intensive focuses on the core foundations of drawing while exploring a variety of mediums!

Students will move beyond the basics, learning how to "see" like artists and translate the 3D world onto paper. Through guided experiments in line work and value, students will see tangible improvement in their technical ability and creative confidence.

Ages 8-14

Mondays 6-8 pm

June 8-29

Class Fee: $152    Supply Fee: $6

This camp is provided at a discounted rate for City of Manassas residents. You can only register for this camp if your zip code is 20110 or if your child attends Manassas City Public Schools.

For teens who are passionate about anime, this camp offers an opportunity to learn the art of drawing anime-style characters, scenes, and stories.

Students will explore character design, backgrounds, and unique anime techniques while refining their skills with step-by-step instruction.

Whether new to anime art or looking to enhance their style, this camp will help teens develop their own creative voice in the world of anime!

Please note that lunch will not be provided, but there will be a supervised lunch period from 12-12:40. A full list of allergies will be sent out before camp for the safety of all campers.

Ages 13-17

Monday - Friday 10 am - 2 pm

June 22-26

Registration Fee: $52.50

For teens who are passionate about anime, this camp offers an opportunity to learn the art of drawing anime-style characters, scenes, and stories.

Students will explore character design, backgrounds, and unique anime techniques while refining their skills with step-by-step instruction.

Whether new to anime art or looking to enhance their style, this camp will help teens develop their own creative voice in the world of anime!

Ages 13-17

Monday - Friday 1-4 pm

June 29 - July 3

Registration Fee: $285

This three-session intensive focuses on the core foundations of drawing while exploring a variety of mediums!

Students will move beyond the basics, learning how to "see" like artists and translate the 3D world onto paper. Through guided experiments in line work and value, students will see tangible improvement in their technical ability and creative confidence.

Please note that there will be no class on July 20th!!

Ages 8-14

Mondays 6-8 pm

July 6-27

Class Fee: $114    Supply Fee: $6

Want a fun way to show your love of your favorite characters or original characters? Come join us to learn how you can make your own stickers!

Die-cut stickers are one of the easiest ways to start. Students will learn how to use Krita, a free digital program, to create and finalize designs for the making of physical stickers.

All materials will be provided through the supplies fee.

Ages 13-18

Friday, July 17th

12-3 pm

Registration Fee: $57      Supply Fee: $5

Do you have a young one that loves books, stories, and art? Why not combine all their interests in this exciting new three-week class for kids!

Artist and teacher Stephanie McGee will walk students through the process of using paper to craft a story, using basic art materials to turn their ideas into cherished memories! 

Once all the pages have been created, the last day will focus on binding their books into something they can be truly proud of!

All supplies will be provided.

Ages 5-8

Saturdays 5-6:30 pm

August 1-15

Registration Fee: $85.50

This foundational course is designed to sharpen young artists' observational skills while introducing them to the Elements of Art (line, shape, form, color, value, texture, and space) and the Principles of Design (balance, contrast, emphasis, movement, pattern, rhythm, and unity).

Through hands-on exercises, students will learn how to intentionally apply these "building blocks" to create more dynamic and balanced compositions. Whether sketching from life or imagination, participants will build a technical toolkit that serves as the base for all future artistic endeavors.

Ages 8-14

Mondays 6-8 pm

August 3-24

Class Fee: $152    Supply Fee: $6

Great cartooning is more than just drawing—it’s about writing and world-building! In this expanded two-session workshop, students follow a professional creator’s protocol: first,designing a character’s "soul" and silhouette; second, developing a unique storyline; and finally, placing them into a detailed indoor or outdoor setting.

By focusing on the architecture of a character rather than rushing into full comics, participants will master dynamic posing andpersonality development to ensure their creations are ready for any adventure.

The workshop takes place in our Digital Arts Lab, offering students the best of both worlds. Whether they prefer drawing manually or want to explore our professional desktopworkstations and drawing tablets, they will have the tools and time needed to refine theirwork.

Students will walk away with a complete character "blueprint" including varied poses, a narrative foundation, and a background scene—the essential first steps for any aspiringcartoonist or storyteller.

Ages 8-14

Saturdays 3-5 pm

August 22-29

Registration Fee: $76          Supply Fee: $6