Teen Studio

Fri, Dec 17, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Rachel Deutch

Ages 13–17 | Learn how to use value and shading to draw lifelike, expressive portraits with black and white drawing media.

$12 (VMFA members $10)

Wed, Jan 19 & 26, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Lindsay Steele

Ages 13–17 | Discover new drawing tips and tricks that will enhance your artistic eye and expand your talents. Learn how to illustrate soft textures and folds, dramatic lighting and reflective surfaces.

$50 (VMFA members $40)

Wed, Feb 9, 16, 23 (3 sessions), 5–7 pm | Pauley Center, Computer Lab
Anh Do

Ages 13–17 | In this introductory course, explore different uses for various design and animation software. Develop original work in the area of your interest, from digital paintings to animation. Students are encouraged (but not required) to bring their own flash drives.

$70 (VMFA members $60)

Wed, Mar 2, 9, 26 (3 sessions), 5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Anna Showers-Cruser

Ages 13–17 | Identity is multidimensional and our art can be too! Discover the freedom in making an unconventional self-portrait for your portfolio or just for fun, through a unique combination of painting, drawing, and found objects.

$70 (VMFA members $60)

Wed, Apr 13, 20, 27 (3 sessions), 5–7 pm | Pauley Center, Computer Lab
Tyger Belton

Ages 13–17 | Develop the ability to see, photograph, and edit effective images with any digital camera, from DSLRs to iPhones. DSLR cameras are available for use but students are welcome to bring their own cameras, iPhones or smartphones, along with a flash drive to save images.

$70 (VMFA members $60)

Wed, May 4, 11, 18 (3 sessions), 5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Kendra Wadsworth

Ages 13–17 | Visit the special exhibition Whistler to Cassatt to learn about artists and styles during the mid-19th and early 20th century and how Paris influenced the history of American art. Experiment with impressionist and avant-garde painting techniques to depict vivid landscapes and portraits. If weather permits, enjoy painting en plein air!

$70 (VMFA members $60)

Fri, Jan 21, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Rachel Deutch

Ages 13–17 | Focus on the details of faces and hands. Learn to draw the individual features that make each person unique, capture a variety of expressions, and explore different angles.

$12 (VMFA members $10)

Fri, Feb 18, 5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Rachel Deutch

Ages 13–17 | Celebrate the work of Black artists featured in the VMFA collection. Practice guided sketching and learn how artists can express personal and cultural histories through narrative art.

$12 (VMFA members $10)

Fri, Apr 15,  5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Rachel Deutch

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

$12 (VMFA members $10)

Fri, May 20,  5–7 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Rachel Deutch

Ages 13–17 | Inspired by Impressionist and avant-garde artworks on view int he special exhibition Whistler to Cassatt, use drawing techniques to sketch ideas followed by nontraditional drawing media to expand your understanding of what drawing is. Experiment with making marks, creating contours, and working with values in unexpected ways.

$12 (VMFA members $10)

Sat, Jan 22, 1–4 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Laren Minton

Ages 13–17 | Learn the basics of epoxy resin and practice different techniques using the medium. Create personalized works of art ranging from trinket trays to 3D paintings.

$30 (VMFA members $25)

Sat, Feb 26, 11 am–4 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Saajida Chohan

Ages 13–17 | Awaken your creative spirit and draw ideas inspired by our African art collection to design exquisite wearable art. Practice traditional and contemporary beading techniques using an array of natural and fabricated materials, while learning about African cultures, body adornment, natural stones, and chakra energy. Note: Students should bring lunch from home; please, no peanut products.

$50 (VMFA members $40)

Sat, Mar 19, 11 am–4 pm | Pauley Center, Computer Lab
Anh Do

Ages 13–17 | With Adobe Photoshop and Animate software, learn about basic animation principles and techniques to create short, sweet digital animations. Students are encouraged (but not required) to bring their own flash drives. Note: Students should bring lunch from home; please, no peanut products.

$50 (VMFA members $40)

Sat, Mar 26, 11 am–4 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Lindsay Steele

Ages 13–17 | In the galleries and through group discussion, examine breakthroughs and developments of female artists with a concentration on significant advancements made during the Renaissance period and surveying through 20th-century art. In the studio, artists of all genders will consider themes and compositions that express their life experiences and perspectives. A day of immersion, reflection, and original work beginnings. Note: Students should bring lunch from home; please, no peanut products.

$50 (VMFA members $40)

Sat, Apr 30, 11 am–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
Lindsay Steele

Ages 13–17 | Survey the special exhibition for figures with an emphasis on Mary Cassatt and John Singer Sargent, to prompt discussion and inspiration for drawing the human form. Focus primarily on drawing techniques and proportion, including a two-hour session with a live model (clothed), in addition to some painting. Note: Students should bring lunch from home; please, no peanut products.

$50 (VMFA members $40)

Sat, May 14, 1–4 pm | Pauley Center, Studio A
Kendra Wadsworth

Ages 13–17 | Visit the special exhibition Whistler to Cassatt to journey through time and discover why American artists perceived Paris as the center of the art world! Experiment with Impressionist and avant-garde painting styles and techniques on canvas to create lively paintings of your own. If weather permits, enjoy painting en plein air, outside in the Sculpture Garden.

$30 (VMFA members $25)