Kids Studio

Thu, Nov 1, 4:15 – 6 pm | Art Education Center
Alex Parrish

Ages 5–8 | Explore and celebrate Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead! Create your own papel picado garland and decorate masks with marigolds and traditional Calaveras designs.

$25 (VMFA members $20)

Thu, Nov 8, 4:15 – 6 pm | Art Education Center
Alex Parrish

Ages 5–8 | Understand what it means to be an Impressionist artist! Create colorful paintings that capture light and movement using quick brush strokes and open compositions.

$25 (VMFA members $20)

Thu, Nov 15, 4:15 – 6 pm | Art Education Center
Alex Parrish

Ages 5–8 | Engage with amazing stories from Ancient Greece, including the myth of Theseus and the Minotaur! Enjoy designing your own unique creature with a tale all its own! 

$25 (VMFA members $20)

Thu, Nov 29, 4:15 – 6 pm | Art Education Center
Alex Parrish

Ages 5–8 | Considering form, material, and dimension, find the answer to what makes 3D art different from 2D. Apply these elements to build abstract sculptures using everyday materials.

$25 (VMFA members $20)

Thu, Dec 6, 4:15 – 6 pm | Art Education Center
Alex Parrish

Ages 5–8 | Make micro-sculptures using polymer clay, then draw and shrink your own miniature masterworks inspired by VMFA's collections.

$25 (VMFA members $20)

Thu, Dec 13, 4:15 – 6 pm | Art Education Center
Alex Parrish

Ages 5–8 | Push your artistic limits while using textural media, magazine clippings, and other unlikely materials to produce contemporary collages. 

$25 (VMFA members $20)

Thu, Nov 1, 8, 15, 4:15 – 6 pm (3 sessions) | Art Education Center
Merenda Cecelia

Ages 9–12 | Get the tools you need to start your own sketchbook! Learn drawing techniques and the importance of building skills and keeping an art journal. 

$70 (VMFA members $60)

Thu, Nov 29, Dec 6, 13, 4:15 – 6 pm (3 sessions) | Art Education Center
Merenda Cecelia

Ages 9–12 | Inspired by female artist in the VMFA collections, learn about successful women artists. Try some new painting and drawing techniques inspired by their work! 

$70 (VMFA members $60)

Sat, Nov 3, 1 – 4 pm | Art Education Center
Jan Wolf

Ages 5–8 | Ever wonder how the royal Egyptians lived? Explore the ancient Egyptian collection and create your own wearable amulets and miniature versions of regal artifacts!

$30 (VMFA members $25)

Sat, Nov 17, 1 – 4 pm | Art Education Center
Elizabeth Daly

Ages 5–8 | Explore the connection between art and stories! Find inspiration in classic children's books and artworks in the VMFA collections, then illustrate your own colorful, narrative scenes.

$30 (VMFA members $25)

Sat, Dec 8, 1 – 4 pm | Art Education Center
Elizabeth Daly

Ages 5–8 | Get in the giving spirit by making arty cards for your loved ones. Learn basic stamping, lettering, and collage techniques for a creative twist on traditional holiday greetings.

$30 (VMFA members $25)

Sat, Nov 3, 1 – 4 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Merenda Cecelia

Ages 9–12 | Use materials in unexpected ways in your art! Find social and emotional meaning in imagery and objects. Use reclaimed materials to create unique assemblages and design a shadow box that draws inspiration from modern artists.

$30 (VMFA members $25)

Sat, Nov 17, 1 – 4 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Anh Do

Ages 9–12 | 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)

Sat, Dec 8, 1 – 4 pm | Art Education Center, Studio 1
Mary Swezey

Ages 9–12 | "Fabricate" your own unique works of textile art by learning painting, decorative stamping, and stenciling techniques.

$30 (VMFA members $25)