Registration Information
Winter/Spring Classes & Programs
Registration for VMFA Members & Nonmembers is currently underway online, by phone, and in person.
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To accommodate the high demand, members-only registration for the following categories will begin as noted. Not a member? Join today.
Studio School and Art History Classes (ages 16+)
Tue, Nov 12 | 8 am (online or by phone) or 10 am (in person)
Teen and All Children’s Classes
Wed, Nov 13 | 8 am (online or by phone) or 10 am (in person)
Registration for Nonmembers
Nonmember registration for all classes begins Tue, Nov 19 | 8 am (online or by phone) or 10 am (in person)
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Visitor Services is available by phone 804.340.1405 starting at 8 am or in-person at the museum starting at 10 am on registration days.
Expand your creativity and artistic awareness, build your own portfolio for college, or simply spend time with peers and professional artists through these studio classes related to VMFA’s world-renowned collection. Enrollment is limited in order to provide individual instruction and accommodations for teenagers of all skill levels. Register online or by phone 804.340.1405.
View Program GuidelinesTeen Studio classes run September-May.
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Teen Studio Programs
Select Wednesdays (2- or 3-session classes)
5 – 7 pm
Art Education Center or Pauley Center
Enrollment limit varies per class
$50-70 (VMFA Members $40-60)
Focus on your favorite style, medium, or technique in one or all of these innovative classes. Designed for teens in middle or high school, these classs help students grow creatively, explore self-expression, and develop works for a college portfolio.
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[TW4] Design: Resin Crafting
Wednesdays, Dec 4 & 11, 5–7 pm (2 sessions) | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Kassidy Strosnider
Ages 13–17 | Enjoy the art of resin making! Experiment with basic techniques, molds, and additives to make funky charms and other fun creations perfect for adding to your choice of a phone case or an art board.
$55 (VMFA members $45)
[TW5] Digital Art: Intro to Photoshop
Wednesdays, Jan 22 & 29, 5–7 pm (2 sessions) | Pauley Center, Computer Lab
ANH DO
Ages 13–17 | Navigate through the world of digital art and design! Learn to use fundamental (and fun) tools in Adobe Photoshop to alter images and enhance your graphic design projects. Students are encouraged (but not required) to bring a USB flash drive for saving files.
$55 (VMFA members $45)
[TW6] Cosplay: Creative Construction
Wednesdays, Feb 12, 19, 26, 5–7 pm (3 sessions) | Art Educational Center, Studio 1
ELENA KEELER
Ages 13–17 | Turn everyday materials into epic cosplay creations! Learn to how to construct props and costume accessories using basic art supplies, recycled items, and found objects for more sustainable, budget-friendly designs that look anything but ordinary.
$75 (VMFA members $65)
[TW7] Painting: Applications & Style
Wednesdays, Mar 12, 19, 26, 5–7 pm (3 sessions) | Art Educational Center, Studio 1
CATHERINE PURDY
Ages 13–17 | Elevate your drawing and painting skills by exploring light, color, and application techniques for pastels and acrylic paints. Experiment with different art media and tools to create Impressionist style compositions.
$75 (VMFA members $65)
[TW8] Digital: Photography Today
Wednesdays, Apr 9, 16, 23, 5–7 pm (3 sessions) | Pauley Center, Computer Lab
TYGER BELTON
Ages 13–17 | Develop the ability to see, photograph, and edit successful images with any digital
camera, from DSRLs to iPhones. Use a variety of editing tools and apps to enhance images
and designs. DSLR cameras are available for use, but students are welcome to bring their own cameras and camera phones, as well as a USB flash drive for saving images.
$75 (VMFA members $65)
[TW9] Mixed-Media: Art & Identity
Wednesdays, May 7 & 14, 5–7 pm (2 sessions) | Art Educational Center, Studio 1
KASSIDY STROSNIDER
Ages 13–17 | Discover Frida Kahlo’s artistic journey and embrace self-expression through art! Enjoy experimenting with mixed-media collage and painting with acrylics on canvas to create bold, expressive self-portraits that reflect personal identity and celebrate the creative process.
$55 (VMFA members $45)
Select Fridays
5 – 7 pm
Art Education Center, Studio 1
$20 (VMFA members $15)
Enrollment Limit: 12
Explore the galleries and boost drawing skills associated with different art movements, styles, and cultures. Designed for teens in middle or high school, monthly sessions include demos, art talks, and independent instruction to accommodate both beginning and accomplished artists.
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[TD4] Drawing: Lettering & Design
Friday, Dec 13, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Rachel Deutch
Ages 13–17 | Discover the basics of how hand-drawn graphics can visually communicate ideas.
Push the boundaries of text and other design elements to create unique cards, gift tags, and more.
$20 (VMFA members $15)
[TD5] Drawing: Depth & Perspective
Friday, Jan 17, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Rachel Deutch
Ages 13–17 | Enhance drawing skills by exploring techniques that create the illusion of depth
and dimension. Gain inspiration from artwork throughout the museum and learn to depict space, volume, and perspective to make illustrations come alive.
$20 (VMFA members $15)
[TD6] Drawing: Abstract Designs
Friday, Feb 21, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Rachel Deutch
Ages 13–17 | Break free from realism and dive into abstract drawing! While creating expressive marks, learn how to use the principles of design such as balance, unity, and variety to create compelling drawings reflect your personal style.
$20 (VMFA members $15)
[TD7] Drawing: RVA Architecture
Friday, Mar 21, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Rachel Deutch
Ages 13–17 | Capture the essence of Richmond’s architectural beauty! Learn to draw buildings and structures using the elements of architecture to represent the unique character of urban landscapes.
$20 (VMFA members $15)
[TD8] Drawing: Faces & Features
Friday, Apr 18, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Rachel Deutch
Ages 13–17 | Focus on the details that make portraits pop! Learn how to draw more realistic eyes and other features while exploring scale and proportion.
$20 (VMFA members $15)
[TD9] Drawing: Art in Action
Friday, May 16, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Rachel Deutch
Ages 13–17 | Create dynamic drawings that interact with the environment! Use the VMFA sculpture garden (weather permitting) as your inspiration, crafting site-specific art that transforms spaces and
engages viewers in unexpected ways.
$20 (VMFA members $15)
Select Saturdays
11 am–4 pm or 1–4 pm
Art Education Center or Pauley Center
$40–55 (VMFA members $30–45)
Enrollment limit varies per class
Each of these innovative workshops focuses on a unique art movement, culture, and medium associated with the VMFA collection. Teenagers benefit from learning new techniques and using a variety of professional tools and materials.
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[TS4] Painting: Mini Pet Portraits
Saturday, Dec 7, 11 am–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
Catherine Purdy
Ages 13–17 | Unleash your creativity and capture the charm of your favorite animal! Learn how to paint pet portraits on small-scale canvases that capture each pet’s unique features and character. Students are encouraged to bring printed photographs of their pets or favorite animals. Students will also need to bring a bag lunch from home; no peanut products, please.
$55 (VMFA members $45)
[TS5] Embroidery: Basics & Beyond
Saturday, Jan 25, 11 am–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
LIZZIE GREEN
Ages 13–17 | Thread your way through the basics of embroidery! Practice fundamental stitches
for hand embroidery, then experiment with added embellishments to create dynamic designs that blend tradition with contemporary style. Students should bring a nut-product-free lunch from home.
$55 (VMFA members $45)
[TS6] Painting: Explorations
Saturday, Feb 22, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
KENDRA WADSWORTH
Ages 13–17 | Experiment with a variety of tools, paints, and mixed media to create impressive still life paintings. Learn both traditional and unconventional techniques from a professional artist, gaining insight into painting as a creative career.
$40 (VMFA members $30)
[TS7] Design: Polymer Clay
Saturday, Mar 1, 1–4 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
ALEX PARRISH
Ages 13–17 | Explore polymer clay sculpting techniques to create intricate and vibrant designs. Learn how to prep, form, and bake your creations, from detailed miniatures to wearable works of art.
$40 (VMFA members $30)
[TS8] Digital Art: Crash Course
Saturday, Mar 15, 11 am–4 pm | Pauley Center, Computer Lab
ANH DO
Ages 13–17 | Develop a basic understanding of digital tools through exploratory exercises needed to create digital artworks and learn about careers and software for this virtual medium. Students are encouraged (but not required) to bring a USB flash drive to save files. Please also bring a nut-product-free lunch from home.
$55 (VMFA members $45)
[TS9] Drawing: Creative Connections
Saturday, Apr 26, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
THEO TWEEDDALE
Ages 13–17 | Explore Museum galleries and sketch your favorite works of art! Learn techniques to
make drawings from observation more engaging and unique. Think outside the box while practicing drawing fundamentals like composition, texture, and value.
$40 (VMFA members $30)
[TS10] Digital: Fashion Illustration
Saturday, May 3, 11 am–4 pm | Pauley Center, Computer Lab
ELENA KEELER
Ages 13–17 | Step into the world of digital fashion! Learn to use Adobe Illustrator and other web-based tools to create your own clothing designs. Plan mood boards, sketch ideas, and design stylish digital illustrations. Students are encouraged (but not required) to bring a USB flash drive to save files. Please also bring a nut-product-free lunch from home.
$55 (VMFA members $45)