Registration Information
Registration for Winter/Spring 2022 programs begins at 9am on November 15 for current VMFA members and November 22 for non-members.
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The whole family will learn exciting new art techniques, while collaborating on creative projects and working with specialized materials.
Family Studio
[F1] DIY Textile Designs
Fri, Sep 20, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center
Mary Swezey
Choose a tote, t-shirt, pillow cover, or other textile project to personalize! Discover basic printmaking techniques using stencils and fabric paints to create your own custom accessories.
$30 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $25)
[F2] Celebration of Light
Fri, Oct 18, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center
Kerry Mills
Celebrate lanterns around the world—from Diwali, India’s Festival of Lights, to InLight,
Richmond’s very own art exhibition—and design your very own luminous lantern.
$30 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $25)
[F3] Wreath Making
Fri, Nov 15, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center
Elena Keeler
Craft a door wreath to welcome friends and family! Choose a fall or winter theme by
selecting warm or cool colored ribbons, bows, florals, and other embellishments to create seasonal décor for your front door
$30 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $25)
[F4] Gingerbread Houses
Fri, Dec 13, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center
Alex Parrish
Build a beautiful and delectable architectural structure out of gingerbread, royal icing, and
a variety of colorful candies. Families will love edible artmaking, entertaining stories,
and quality time together!
$30 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $25)
Please only register for one gingerbread workshop (F4 or F5). Also note that
workshops may not be suitable for individuals with severe food allergies. Email
questions to youthstudio@VMFA.museum.
[F5] Gingerbread Houses
Sat, Dec 14, 1–3 pm | Art Education Center
Alex Parrish
Build a beautiful and delectable architectural structure out of gingerbread, royal icing, and
a variety of colorful candies. Families will love edible artmaking, entertaining stories,
and quality time together!
$30 per child/adult pair (VMFA members $25)
Please only register for one gingerbread workshop (F4 or F5). Also note that
workshops may not be suitable for individuals with severe food allergies. Email
questions to youthstudio@VMFA.museum.