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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.

Specials

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

Wednesday Classes

[TE1] Mixed Media: Sculpture & Design

Wednesdays, Oct 3, 10, & 17, 5 – 7 pm | Pauley Center Studios
Dan Kazcka

Ages 13 – 17 | Fascinated by sculpture, building, or using new mediums and techniques? Learn about 3D objects and the fundamental principles of sculpting as you design your own sculptural creations.

$70 (VMFA members $60)
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[TE2] Digital: Filmmaking

Wed, Oct 31, Nov 7, 14, 5 – 7 pm | Pauley Center Studios
Todd Raviotta

Ages 13 –17 | Develop an original short film - inspired by the museum's collections and grounds - by writing, filming, and editing content of your own! Students are encouraged (but not required) to bring their own flash drives. All other equipment will be provided.

$70 (VMFA members $60)

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[TE3] Drawing: Figures & Forms

Wed, Nov 28, Dec 5, 12, 5 – 7 pm | Pauley Center Studios
Kendra Wadsworth

Ages 13 – 17 | Through guided instruction, practice drawing figures and forms. Focus on line, proportion, value, and surface textures to strengthen your drawing skills.

$70 (VMFA members $60)
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Friday Classes

[TD2] Drawing: Pets

Fri, Oct 19,  5 – 7 pm | Pauley Center Studios
Kendra Wadsworth

Ages 13 – 17 | Admire the work of artists who depict animals, then illustrate portraits of your own furry friends! Students are encouraged (but not required) to bring a picture of a pet or favorite animal.

$12 (VMFA members $10)

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[TD3] Drawing: Figures

Fri, Nov 16, 5 – 7 pm | Pauley Center Studios
Kendra Wadsworth

Ages 13 – 17 | Through guided practice and supplemental exercises, discover some nifty tips and techniques for drawing the human figure with accurate ratios and proportions.

$12 (VMFA members $10)

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[TD4] Drawing: Masks

Fri, Dec 14, 5 – 7 pm | Pauley Center Studios
Kendra Wadsworth

Ages 13 – 17 | Inspired by the exhibition Congo Masks: Masterpieces from Central Africa, learn about the different stylistic features found on masks from the Congo region, sketch in the galleries, and design your own mask.

$12 (VMFA members $10)

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Saturday Classes

[TS1] Mixed Media: Painting

Sat, Sep 29, 1 – 4 pm | Pauley Center Studios
Kendra Wadsworth

Ages 13 – 17 | Investigate the artistic styles used by contemporary artist Howardena Pindell; learn how to apply similar painting techniques with acrylics and mixed media on canvas. 

$30 (VMFA members $25)

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[TS2] Digital: Intro to Photoshop

Sat, Oct 27, 1 – 4 pm | Pauley Center Studios
Tyger Belton

Ages 13 – 17 | Learn to digitally alter images and design graphics using the essential tools and functions of Adobe Photoshop. Students are encouraged (but not required) to bring their own flash drives.

$30 (VMFA members $25)

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[TS3] Fashion: Intro to Sewing

Sat, Nov 17, 1 – 4 pm | Pauley Center Studios
Sarah Brown

Ages 13 – 17 | Learn the skills you need to get your start in fashion! Practice basic hand-sewing techniques to make a variety of stitches without having to use a sewing machine.

$30 (VMFA members $25)

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[TS4] Sculpture: Tinker Studio

Sat, Dec 15, 1 – 4 pm | Pauley Center Studios
Dan Kaczka

Ages 13 – 17 | Be inspired by modern sculpture and assemblage! Use power tools safely to alter unexpected objects and materials, such as scrap metal, hardware, and old bike parts to construct innovative art projects. 

$30 (VMFA members $25)

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