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Teen Studio

You won’t find a more enlightening — and inspirational — environment than the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts! From gallery talks and tours to art classes, seminars, teacher programs, and family fun, the museum offers a variety of learning experiences for every age and every interest.

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VMFA Members enjoy discounts on many of our classes and programs. Click here for more information.

Summer in the Studio

[T1] Painting: Watercolors

Mon–Fri, Jun 26 –30, 9 am – noon | Pauley Center Studio A
Caroline Velazquez

Ages 13–17 | Explore watercolor techniques while painting from life, creating detailed studies, and experimenting with abstractions. Find inspiration from the galleries indoors and outdoors and begin a watercolor journal (provided) to collect your notes, ideas, and paintings.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T2] Fashion: Studio Sampler

Mon–Fri, Jun 26 –30, 9 am – noon | Pauley Center Studio B
Christi Owen

Ages 13–17 | Interested in fashion design but not sure where to begin? Get a taste of illustrating, sewing, draping, and more --every day is a new and stylish adventure in this introductory course designed to give you inspiration and direction!

$150 (VMFA members $130)

[T3] Digital: Moviemaking

Mon–Fri, Jun 26 –30, 1 – 4 pm | Pauley Center Computer Lab
Todd Raviotta

Ages 13–17 | Through screenplay writing, production, and editing, create your own short movie while also building connections with peers. This experience presents a unique setting and perspective with productions made on the museum campus, as the art and the environment sparks storytelling and creativity. Students are encouraged (but not required) to bring a flash drive and headphones. All other equipment is provided.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T4] Drawing: History of Manga

Mon – Fri, Jun 26 – 30, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
ANH DO

Ages 13 – 17 | Learn the history, style, characteristics, and culture of Japanese manga and anime. Discover different ways to develop drawing skill, and apply these methods in exercises to illustrate the manga style.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T5] Digital: Animation

Mon–Fri, Jul 3–7, 9 am–noon | Pauley Center, Computer Lab
Anh Do

Ages 13–17 | Get a basic introduction to various software that can be utilized in the creation of animation. Learn how to animate through exploratory exercises using shapes, text, and images from the museum's collection. Students are encouraged (but not required) to bring their own flash drive.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T6] Design: Innovation & Creativity

Mon–Fri, Jul 3–7, 9 am–noon | Pauley Center, Studio A
Lindsay Steele

Ages 13–17 | With an emphasis on the principles of design, play around with a variety of art making processes. Create designs with papers, felt, and found objects, and incorporate art applications such as printing and stamping to make unique and innovative artworks.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

[T7] Arts: Portfolio Building

Mon–Fri, Jul 3–7, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
Lindsay Steele

Ages 13–17 | Interested in applying to art school or simply want to start a portfolio? Join us for insight into the admission requirements for your school of choice, learn how to document your work, and take advantage of studio art time, tools, and instruction to build your art portfolio. Students are welcome (but not required) to bring artwork from home to document and include in their portfolios.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T8] Fashion: Sewing Made Simple

Mon–Fri, Jul 3–7, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio B
Christi Owen

Ages 13–17 | Do you wish to use a sewing machine but unsure where to begin, or simply want to improve your skill? Join us in the studio to learn all you need to know to get started and sew your own items like cozy pajama pants and terrific totes using fun and funky fabrics.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T9] Digital: Video Game Design

Mon – Fri, Jul 10 – 14, 9 am – noon | Pauley Center, Computer Lab
Stephanie O'Dell Daugherity

Ages 13 – 17 | Learn a combination of new software and discover how to design, build, and edit your own video game! Enjoy bringing ideas to life and interacting with your own environments and characters. Students are encouraged (but not required) to bring a flash drive.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T10] Drawing: Figures & Form

Mon–Fri, Jul 10–14, 9 am–noon | Pauley Center, Studio B
Emmy Garcia

Ages 13–17 | Boost your ability in drawing the human figure and gain a better understanding of scale, perspective, and foreshortening. Work from clothed models in the studio and observational drawing in the galleries to practice proportion, tone, and line quality.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T11] Painting: Expressive Portraits

Mon–Fri, Jul 10–14, 1 –4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
Catherine Purdy

Ages 13–17 | Benefit from learning both traditional and nontraditional painting techniques while focusing on portraits as the subject matter.Gain a better understanding of color theory, paint applications, and surface development along with facial proportion and perspective to paint expressive portraits.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

[T12] Drawing: Botanicals & Beyond

Mon–Fri, Jul 10–14, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio B
Celeste Johnston

Ages 13–17 | Discover the history and technical qualities of botanical illustration that intersect both science and art. Focus on plant anatomy, artisanship, and traditional techniques for illustrating botanicals, then branch out to explore other methods of creating nature-themed arts.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

[T13] Animation: History & Illustration

Mon–Fri, Jul 17– 21, 9 am–noon | Pauley Center, Studio A
Anh Do

Ages 13–17 | Make your drawings come to life! Explore the history, language, and technique of animation through exploratory exercises, flip books, and more.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

[T14] Fashion: Cosplay Creations NEW!

Mon–Fri, Jul 17–21, 9 am–noon | Pauley Center, Studio B
Elena Keeler

Ages 13–17 | Interested in cosplay but not sure where to start? Learn the basics of design illustration, sewing, working with foam, and more in this intro course designed to turn your fantasy into reality! Daily art challenges help put this costume -making quest on a more achievable scale.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

[T15] Digital: Graphic Design

Mon–Fri, Jul 17–21, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Computer Lab
Cameryn Norris

Ages 13–17 | Discover the world of graphic design and digital arts. Learn the basics of professional design tools and software to create a variety of projects including digital illustrations, collages, and graphic arts. Students are encouraged (but not required) to bring a flash drive.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T16] Drawing: Depth & Perspective

Mon–Fri, Jul 17–21, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
Anh Do

Ages 13–17 | Upon exploring VMFA's collection for inspiration, learn techniques for depicting space, volume, and depth on a flat surface to help give the illusion of three dimensions.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T17] Painting: Explorations

Mon–Fri, Jul 24–28, 9 am–noon | Pauley Center, Studio A
Kendra Wadsworth

Ages 13–17 | Check out paintings from VMFA's special exhibitions and collections and be inspired to think outside the box! Experiment with a range of painting applications and acrylic mediums, while painting your own innovations on both small and large-scale canvases.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T18] Fashion: Clothing in Art

Mon–Fri, Jul 24–28, 9 am–noon | Pauley Center, Studio B
Christi Owen

Ages 13–17 | Infuse fine art with high fashion! Visit the galleries and view works by artists from the 19th century to get a sense of time and place, focusing on late-Victorian Era fashions. Choose styles from select works to recreate in full-scale on a dress form using atypical materials and art supplies (think "historic costume with a steampunk vibe").

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T19] Digital: Moviemaking

Mon–Fri, Jul 24 –28, 1 – 4 pm | Computer Lab
Todd Raviotta

Ages 13–17 | Through screenplay writing, production, and editing, create your own short movie while also building connections with peers. This experience presents a unique setting and perspective with productions made on the museum campus, as the art and the environment sparks storytelling and creativity. Students are encouraged (but not required) to bring a flash drive and headphones. All other equipment is provided.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T20] Pottery: Hand Building

Mon–Fri, Jul 24–28, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
Kendra Wadsworth

Ages 13–17 | Unearth the fundamental methods of hand building with clay --- enjoy shaping your own forms, experimenting with surface textures and applying underglazes to add more dimension, color, and creativity to original ceramic artworks. Final pieces are clear glazed and fired by staff; pottery will be ready for pick-up in the Pauley Center, Wed–Fri, Aug 16–18.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T21] Design: Visual Journaling

Mon–Fri, Jul 31– Aug 4, 9 am– noon| Pauley Center, Studio A
Lauren Bleam

Ages 13–17 | Explore creative ways to integrate writing into art and use it as an outlet of self-expression. Learn fun techniques to cut, collage, paint, print, and transfer images and graphics to turn your book into a treasure trove of ideas. (Sketchbooks are provided but students can also bring a sketchbook or journal from home, if desired.)

$150 (VMFA members $130)

[T22] Fashion: History & Design NEW!

Mon–Fri, Jul 31 – Aug 4, 9 am – noon | Pauley Center Studio B
Jonathan Clarke

Ages 13–17 | Explore elements of the fashion design process by examining work from the world's top fashion designers. While learning about the history of the industry, practice similar approaches and curate your own inspirational designer's process book with fashion line ideas, designs, illustrations, collages, etc.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

[T23] Painting: Pet Portraits

Mon–Fri, Jul 31– Aug 4, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
Kendra Wadsworth

Ages 13–17 | If you are interested in painting a picture of your pet or you just love animals and art, then you're barking up the right tree! Learn how to draw and paint animal portraits that capture a pet's best features and unique character.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

[T24] Pottery: Wheel Throwing

Mon–Fri, Jul 31–Aug 4, 1 – 4 pm | Studio School, Pottery Studio (On Monday, meet at Studio B for check in)
Steven Glass

Ages 13–17 | Wheel throwing is a challenging yet rewarding experience that teaches not only artistry but also discipline and self-awareness. Learn to center clay, make basic forms, and paint pots with colorful slips and underglazes. Final pieces are clear-glazed and fired by staff; pottery will be ready for pick-up in the Pauley Center on Wed–Fri, Aug 16–18.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T25] Digital: Photography Today

Mon–Fri, Aug 7–11, 9 am –noon | Pauley Center, Computer Lab
Tyger Belton

Ages 13–17 | Interpret artistic concepts, improve photography techniques, and learn today's options for shooting images, from digital cameras to cell phones. Use a variety of editing tools and apps for enhancing images and designs. DSLR cameras are available for use but students are welcome to bring their own cameras or smartphones; flash drives are also recommended.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

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[T26] Fashion: Illustration

Mon–Fri, Aug 7–11, 9 am–noon | Pauley Center, Studio B
Morgan Swank

Ages 13–17 | Benefit from using tools of the trade, from specialty markers, pens, and pencils to digital design software, and learn how to illustrate stylish clothing, textures, and accessories.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

[T27] Fiber: Art in Nature

Mon–Fri, Aug 7–11, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
Lizzie Green

Ages 13–17 | Find inspiration from natural resources and the ingenuity, aesthetics, and creativity of cultures who utilized these fibers, while making your own art with materials from nature. Enjoy basket weaving, bundle drying, eco printing, and more.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

[T28] Fashion: Design & Accessories

Mon–Fri, Aug 7–11, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio B
Christi Owen

Ages 13–17 | Be inspired by influential works from VMFA's collections to fuel your fire in fashion! Make a powerful statement of your own while working with textiles and mixed media. Learn techniques for hand sewing, beading, and more, to create stylish accessories.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

[T29] Drawing: Museum Muse

Mon–Fri, Aug 14–18, 9 am–noon | Pauley Center, Studio A
Kendra Wadsworth

Ages 13–17 | From still lifes to landscapes, enjoy spending the week sketching in the studio, outside in the Sculpture Garden, and in the galleries, studying new art concepts and drawing techniques each day.

$150 (VMFA members $130)

[T30] Painting: Techniques in Oil

Mon–Fri, Aug 14–18, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
Kendra Wadsworth

Ages 13–17 | Explore classical to contemporary oil paintings in the galleries to discover both traditional techniques and alternative applications to integrate into your own work on canvas.

$150 (VMFA members $130)