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Drawing Feelings as Blobs

Free

with Jonathan Flanders

Calendar May 23, 2026 at 12 pm

2026 is the year to give back to yourself, and there's no better place to start than this free wellness class, brought to you in partnership with UVA Health!

In this class, students will start by painting loose, abstract blobs of color without overthinking it. You'll focus on color, movement, and feeling rather than trying to make something “look right.”

Once the paint is down, you'll use markers or pens to draw over them, turning the blobs into faces, characters, or anything else they see in the forms. The idea is to let the image reveal itself instead of planning it from the beginning!

This class will help you recognize and express your emotions in a low-pressure way. Sometimes feelings start out messy or hard to define, kind of like random paint on a page. By transforming those blobs into something recognizable, you'll practice making sense of what you're feeling and seeing their emotions with curiosity instead of judgment. It’s a playful way to build self-awareness, creativity, and comfort with imperfection!

Ages 15+

Saturday, May 23rd

12-2 pm

Registration Fee: FREE!

This free wellness class is brought to you in partnership with UVA Health

Procreate for Beginners: Create with Confidence on Your iPad (8-14)

$152 MEMBER PRICE: $12920

with Jonathan Flanders

Calendar Jun 5, 2026 at 5 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Ages: 8 - 14

Whether you’re brand new to digital art or looking to better understand Procreate’s tools, this class will guide you through the essentials and beyond.

You’ll learn how to navigate Procreate with ease, work with layers, customize settings, and use powerful tools to enhance your artwork. As the series progresses, you’ll apply what you’ve learned in a guided project, giving you hands-on experience and a finished piece you can be proud of.

By the end of the course, you’ll not only understand how Procreate works — you’ll feel comfortable creating in it on your own.No prior experience required — just bring your iPad, Apple Pencil, and creativity!

Please note that students will need to bring their own iPad, Apple Pencil, and will need to download Procreate onto their devices ahead of the class.

Ages 8-14

Fridays 5-7 pm

June 5-26

Registration Fee: $152





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