If you love vibrant color, you will love pastels!

Dive right in without needing paintbrushes, solvents, or a palette – no other medium allows you to apply rich color as quickly as soft pastels. We will be exploring the shapes and colors of flowers in both landscapes and still life settings.

Paper will be provided via the Paper Fee, and additional supplies can be purchased by selecting the option at checkout. Returning students can use their supplies from previous classes. 

Thursdays 6-7:30 pm

May 28 - June 18

For ages 15 & up.

Tuition: $114    Paper Fee: $5    Optional Supplies: $10

Learn how to create luminous, atmospheric landscapes, and paint your own in Chrstine Raymond's signature process.

Inspired by her "4 the Love of Virginia" solo show, this special workshop pulls back the curtain on how Christine designs compositions, simplifies complex scenes, and uses light and color to create glowing, expressive landscapes.

You’ll learn the exact methods she uses in her own paintings—and create a piece in that same lyrical, light-filled style.

All supplies will be provided via the supply fee!

Ages 13+

Saturday, May 30th

11:30 am - 4:30 pm

Class Fee: $150    Supply Fee: $25

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

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

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.

Take your musical theatre skills to the next level in this intensive bootcamp!

Over the course of the week, campers will learn songs, choreography, and scenes from popular musicals, refining their acting, singing, and dancing skills.

Whether they’re new to musical theatre or looking to build on their experience, this camp will provide a full immersion into the world of stage performance.

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

Ages 8-12

Monday - Friday, 10 am - 2 pm

June 8-12

Registration Fee: $52.50

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.

Feel salty breezes and crashing waves from boardwalks and piers with seaside finds and fun art adventures!

Play with beachy colors and textures through art projects that support the process of finding fun in creating.​ Take your favorite stroll along the seaside in a supportive atmosphere which encourages creative discoveries.

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

Ages 8-12

Monday - Friday 10 am - 2 pm

June 8-12

Registration Fee: $52.50

The Art of Fanfiction is a week long summer  generative writing course for teenagers where writers practice their craft by playing in the sandboxes of others.

Ages 13-18

Monday-Friday, 2-5 pm

June 8-12

Registration Fee: $285