CHILDREN & TEENS

We offer a wide variety of arts training for preschool to high school-aged students. Every child will have the opportunity to express themselves through painting, clay, dance, and more! Note: All supplies provided for children's classes

Art

Art for Homeschoolers-Class 1: AGES 5-8 [1376] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons. May 3-24 Apr. 29 10-11 am 5-8 DOLLY SPICE-VAN SUMEREN $50 REGISTER NOW! Art for Homeschoolers-Class 2: AGES 9-12 [1377] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons. May 3-24 Apr. 29 11:15-12:15 pm 9-12 DOLLY SPICE-VAN SUMEREN $50 REGISTER NOW! Lets get creative! Students will have fun working with clay, paint, paper mache, tie-dye and more! This 6 week arts and crafts class will allow students to learn the basics of art while having fun being creative and expressing themselves. Fairytale Friends [1378] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons Apr 12-May 3 Apr. 7 3-3:45 pm 3 1/2-5 MICHELLINE HALL $40 REGISTER NOW! You've heard the stories of Little Red, Jack and the Beanstalk, Rapunzel, Cinderella and more. Now turn those literary pieces into works of art! Create masks, fairytale creatures, your own castle and more using a variety of media. Enchanted Kingdom [1379] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons Apr 12-May 3 Apr. 7 4-5 pm 6-10 MICHELLINE HALL $50 REGISTER NOW! Let your imagination run wild in this enchanted art class. Create a villain or princess mask, an enchanted kingdom with paint, maybe even your own Jack and the Beanstalk. Teen Painting [1380] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds Mar. 31-May 26 (skip 4/7) Mar. 29 6:30-8:30 pm 11-15 KENNETH WEINFURTNER $140 REGISTER NOW! In this class geared for young teens we'll learn about art, color, painting materials, design, and techniques. We'll use professional, non-toxic acrylic paints to make art and have fun. This is a valuable experience that teaches creative thinking, hand/eye coordination and fine motor skills. All the necessary materials are included.

Irish Stepdance

Learn the basics of Irish Stepdance and Irish Social dance in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. All classes, whether beginner or advanced, will end in a recital to be performed in front of family and friends. No special dance attire needed, but please wear comfortable clothing that leaves both your legs and feet free and visible. Bare feet or simple ballet slippers are permissible.

Irish Stepdance: Advanced Beginner [1381] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds Mar. 31-May 26 (skip 4/7) Mar. 26 4-5pm 7-12 Lori Madden $85 REGISTER NOW! This dance class is for the student who has learned beginner skills in the past but still has more to learn before reaching the choreography class. Irish Stepdance: Advanced Choreography Group [1382] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds Mar. 31-May 26 (skip 4/7) Mar. 26 5-6:30 pm 8-18 Lori Madden $125 REGISTER NOW! This class is for the advanced Irish Stepdance student who with help from the instructor will choreograph different dances to be performed at the recital.

Voice

Voice Lessons [1383] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues Mar. 30-May 25 (skip 4/6) Mar. 24 11am-12pm. 8-12 DOLLY SPICE-VAN SUMEREN $85 REGISTER NOW! Students will learn basics in music reading and theory as well as being taught performance skills in a recital setting. This includes proper stage etiquette and becoming comfortable using a microphone. Learn proper care of the voice, correct posture, and effective warm up technique. Each student will be required to purchase a book for class (call for details).

ADULTS

Have a passion for the arts? Whether you're a beginner or have been taking classes for years, we have something for everyone! Note: Adult classes are for ages 18+, unless noted otherwise.

Painting and Drawing

Independent Painting-Class 1: Mondays [1398] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons Mar. 29-Apr. 26 (skip 4/5) Mar. 26 9:30 am-12 pm 18-Adult KAREN BOWDEN $95 REGISTER NOW! Independent Painting-Class 2: Wednesdays [1387] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds Mar. 31-Apr. 28 (skip 4/7) Mar. 26 9:30 am-12 pm 18-Adult KAREN BOWDEN $95 REGISTER NOW! Both classes are for painters with previous experience. Watercolor and acrylic students welcome! Come prepared to paint from your own photos. Development of your own style is encouraged. Guidance with critiques and demonstrations will be provided on request. Monday's class will also focus on the use of masa paper (provided). Sign up for one of both! Bring your own supplies. Figure Drawing [1384] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons Mar. 29-May 24 (skip 4/5) Mar. 26 7-9:30 pm 18-Adult ASHLEY STEWART $10/ 1 Session $35/ 4 Sessions $70/ 8 Sessions REGISTER NOW! Artists will work independently to draw or paint in a media of their choice from live models. A monitor will be in charge of the sessions. Pre-registration is encouraged but not necessary. Join anytime! Watercolor Workshop [1385] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues Mar. 30-May 25 (skip 4/6) Mar. 26 9:30 am-12 pm 18-Adult Solly Blank $180 REGISTER NOW! Download Class Supply List Emphasis on developing a personal style for the intermediate student. There will be class demonstrations and class projects or students can work on projects of their choosing. Be prepared to bring photos to class from which to work. Individual and group critiques. Supply list available online. Theory and Practice of Painting [1386] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues Mar. 30-May 25 (skip 4/6) Mar. 26 7-9:30 pm 15-Adult ROSALIE DAY WHITE $180 REGISTER NOW! Download Class Supply List You will receive instruction on the methods and materials of oil painting, tailored to the individual student's needs (all levels, including beginners, are welcome). Exercises and critiques will cover such basics as color, value, shape, and composition with an emphasis on "the process of seeing". Supply list available online. Painting in Oils [1388] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Thus Apr 1-May 27 (skip 4/8) Mar. 26 9:30 am-12 pm 18-Adult KENNETH WEINFURTNER $180 REGISTER NOW! Download Class Supply List The class teaches the fundamentals of painting in oils: what materials to use, brushes and brush control, paint application, mixing colors, matching colors and composition. The class will study color theory, aerial perspective, and color characteristics. For students of all skill levels. Supply list available online. Encaustics: Beyond the Basics [1389] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat Apr. 24 Apr. 21 10 am-2 pm 18-Adult CHRISTINE ROONEY $60 REGISTER NOW! This workshop will be geared towards a student with previous Encaustic experience. Learn how by using a thicker encaustic medium you can create more of a sculptural effect to your art as well as adjusting the medium to make it more pliable or harder. Bring your own supplies. Open Arts Studio [1390] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Fris Apr. 2-May 28 (skip 4/9) Register anytime 9:30 am-12 pm 18-Adult CHRISTINE ROONEY $50 REGISTER NOW! Register anytime to use the Academy's Arts Studio. You can use our printing press, as well as our mat cutter and easels Bring your own supplies.

Photography

All photography classes meet in the Photo Lab

How to Use Your SLR Camera [1391] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat Mar. 27 Mar. 24 10 am-3 pm 18-Adult JILL MARKWOOD $85 REGISTER NOW! Join us one Saturday to learn the ins and out of your SLR camera. Please bring a film or digital 35mm SLR camera with manual controls, detachable lenses, and a tripod. If you register for classes 1391 and 1392 AFA will deduct $10 off of the total registration fee! Using the Flash of Your SLR Camera [1392] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat Apr. 3 Mar. 31 10 am-3 pm 18-Adult JILL MARKWOOD $85 REGISTER NOW! Join us one Saturday to learn how to use the flash of your SLR camera. Please bring a film or digital 35mm SLR camera with manual controls, detachable lenses, an off camera flash, and a tripod. If you register for classes 1391 and 1392 AFA will deduct $10 off of the total registration fee! Digital Camera How to [1393] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds Apr. 14 & 21 Apr. 12 6:30-9 pm 18-Adult JILL MARKWOOD $85 REGISTER NOW! Bring your point-shoot camera and manual and then spend two evenings exploring the ins and outs of using a digital camera effectively. Topics to be covered include exploring settings on your camera, ways to use your flash for the best results, flashcards What to do after you take the picture will be the topic of the second meeting which will cover file types, software, how to burn a CD and printing, including papers to use.

Mind/Body/Dance

All classes will meet in Studio B.

P.M. Yoga [1394] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons Apr 12-May 24 Apr. 9 5:30-6:45 pm 15-Adult CATHY RAY $80 REGISTER NOW! In this yoga class, we will focus on health, well-being, strength, balance and flexibility. Beginners through intermediate students are encouraged to register. Dress Code: comfortable, loose clothing, no shoes. Modern Dance [1395] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues Mar. 30-May 11 (skip 4/6) Mar. 26 7:15-8:15 pm 16-Adult KATHERINE KEELING $55 REGISTER NOW! Get your body moving in this modern dance class! Appropriate for the beginner as well as a more experienced dancer. Dress Code: comfortable, loose clothing, no shoes required. Irish Stepdance: Beginners [1396] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds Mar. 31-May 26 (skip 4/7) Mar. 26 7:15-8:15 pm 18-Adult Lori Madden $85 REGISTER NOW! Learn the basics of Irish Stepdance in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Dress Code: comfortable, loose clothing, no shoes required.

Theater

Make Merry! [1397] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat Mar. 27 Mar. 22 2-3:30 pm 18-Adult CECELIA SCHIEVE $25 REGISTER NOW! Join Opera on the James' Executive Director Cecelia Schieve for a lively presentation celebrating Lehar's masterpiece, The Merry Widow. Class includes background on The Merry Widow, performance of the famous song "Vilja" by soprano Nora Moore, and video clips from versions of The Merry Widow (including the hard to find 1934 Maurice Chevalier film). By attending the class you qualify to purchase tickets to the Apr 18th matinee performance of The Merry Widow at a 25% discount.

Given's Art Fair

Art Fair fundraiser at Givens Books to support the Education & Pottery departments. March 13th from 10:00 - 2:00. Join us at Givens Books on March 13th for fun in the arts! If you mention the Academy at checkout any time during the day, your purchase will benefit our Education programming. Support a local business AND the Academy! CLICK FOR MORE. Join us at Givens Books on Mar 13 to help raise money for the Education program at the Academy of Fine Arts! You will learn more about the Academy, see artist demonstrations, and kids will have the chance to make their own masterpiece. For every purchase that you make and mention the Academy, the Education program will be benefiting from. Come out to not only have a great time, but to support two local businesses and organizations! Check out our website at AcademyFineArts.com for more details coming soon!

Children's Pottery Studio Classes

Instruction is available for ages 6 to 14. Teens 15 and up can attend adult classes. All clay and firing is included in the class fee.

Kids Clayworks - Bunny Hop [1399] It is hard to find a child who doesn't enjoy working with clay! You will make sculptures and imaginative projects. Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues Mar 23-Apr 20 (skips Apr 6) Mar 18 4-5:15pm 6-9 Jill Campbell $65 REGISTER NOW! Spring themes including a live bunny! It is hard to find a child who doesn't enjoy working with clay! You will make sculptures and imaginative projects. Clayventure-Spring Projects [1400] It is hard to find a child who doesn't enjoy working with clay! You will make sculptures and imaginative projects. Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Thus Mar 25-May 6 (skips Apr 8) Mar 19 4-5:45pm 9-13 May Carter $95 REGISTER NOW! Let the creative adventure begin! Six weeks packed with lots of open ended and fun handbuilding projects plus work on the potter's wheel make this a great class for creative older kids. Increase your skills in clay!

Parent/Child

clay classes were great fun this winter -so we are continuing!

Easter Basket Clay-Family Workshop [1401] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat Mar 27 Mar 24 10am- 12pm 6 & UP Jane Garrett $20 per adult/child* REGISTER NOW! Create a small basket or bird's nest out of clay and decorate an easter tile. Parents and children or grandparents and grandchildren are welcome! *Each parent /child will complete up to 4 projects Mother's Day Clay- Family Workshop [1402] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat Apr 24 Apr 21 10am- 12pm 6 & UP Jane Garrett $20 per adult/child REGISTER NOW! Create and decorate a gift for your mother! New! Arts/Clay Birthdays or Groups Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Register 4 weeks or more in advance 5 & UP (or adults) Pottery Staff $125-up to 10 children REGISTER NOW! Birthdays: Create a hands on clay project, a paper project (we will work with you on the theme), then glaze both your project and a clay tile. Cupcakes, plates and napkins are provided. Groups: Clubs or friends or work groups or homeschool groups- we can work with you on a project. You will receive instruction and all materials provided. Call May Carter 434-528-3256 ext. 316 or email mcarter@AcademyFineArts.com for more information.

Adult Pottery

Note: All adult class fees include 25# clay, studio glazes, firing and some open studio access to the pottery studio (studio will be open most Sats when no other classes are scheduled). Classes may be combined depending on enrollment.

Beginning In Clay [1403] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons Mar. 29-May 17 Mar. 25. 6:30-9pm Adult May Carter $185 REGISTER NOW! Beginners or those returning to clay will find both handbuilding and wheel work covered. You will make bowls, mugs with unique handles, assemble a vase and build a planter. Glazing and other decorating techniques will be covered. Beginning/Intermediate Pottery [1404] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues Mar. 30-May 18 Mar. 25. 9:30am- 12pm Adult Katherine Antis $185 REGISTER NOW! Beginners as well as those with more experience in clay will enjoy this class. Assignments will cover handbuilding and wheel throwing projects. There will be critiques and extra work on glazing. Intermediate/Advanced Pottery [1405] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues Mar. 30-May 18 Mar. 25. 6:30-9pm Adult Katherine Antis $185 REGISTER NOW! Come to class with your project ideas! There will be class demonstrations and projects based on student requests. Intermediate students will work on improving skills. Pottery Projects [1406] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds Mar. 31-May 19 Mar. 25. 9:30am-12:30pm Adult May Carter $185 REGISTER NOW! Students work independently on projects of their own choosing with help and guidance from instructor. This is the class for handbuilders!

Kiln Fired Glass

Kiln Fired Glass Open Studio [1407] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Thus Mar. 25-May 13 Mar. 22 9:30am- 12pm Adult NO INSTRUCTOR $140* REGISTER NOW! If you have taken several glass fusing classes, are familiar with the equipment and feel that you can work independently, you may join the open studio. You will be responsible for studio setup and cleanup as a group as well as loading your work into the kiln. Fee includes clear glass and use of glass studio “scraps”, plus equipment use and firing. Any quantities of special colors must be special ordered. *Fees can be prorated for a shorter session.

Jewelry

Note: Unless otherwise noted Jewelry Classes are open to ages 15- adult. All supplies are provided except for open studio classes.

Introduction to Jewelry Making [1408] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Wed, Thu Apr 14, 15 Apr 9 6:30-8:30pm Adult Liz McCormack $85 REGISTER NOW! Jewelry making skills covered in this beginning level class include basic wire shaping and hammering sheet silver and wire. Finished projects will include spiral earrings, a twist bracelet, pendant and ring. All tools and silver provided. More Jewelry Projects [1409] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Thus, Apr 22-May 20 Apr 19 6:30-8:30pm Adult Liz McCormack $140 REGISTER NOW! Projects and skills include a “hook & eye” link bracelet, clasp fabrication, soldering and bezel cups, prong setting of a facetted stone (matching earrings and pendent). Both copper and sterling silver will be used. All tools and metals provided. Precious Metal Clay Hollow Beads [1411] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat, Sun, Mar 27, 28 Mar. 23 Sat: 2:30-6pm Sun: 1:30-3pm Adult Ariel Uniss Parker $95 REGISTER NOW! Calling all beaders! Make your own beads; learn how to design and create your own 3-D hollowpmC beads. Pandora type charm/beads can also be formed. pmC is silver with a binder that makes it able to be formed like clay; it is kiln or torch fired to form a fine silver piece. Tools and materials provided; additional materials may be purchased. Precious Metal Clay Open Studio [1410] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat, Sun, Apr 24, 25 Apr 19 Sat: 2:30-6pm Sun: 1:30-3pm Adult Ariel Uniss Parker $95 REGISTER NOW! Bring your ideas and skills to the studio for an intense afternoon of working with assistance from the instructor. Projects will be fired and then tumbled and finished in the Sunday meeting. Tools and materials provided; additional materials may be purchased.

Short Takes

Are sampler classes that let you try out a new medium or complete a project in one meeting (see alsopmC classes under jewelry). Note: All are for ages 15-adult, and supplies are provided except as noted below.

Clay One Day-Planter or Basket [1414]
Dates	Register by	Time	Age	Instructor	Fee	Register	Notes
Sat Apr 10	Apr 7	1-3:30pm	Adult	Pottery Staff	$35	REGISTER NOW!
Learn slab handbuilding techniques as you create a unique textured planter for spring planting in single afternoon! Select a date to come back and glaze your project.

Surface Design: Paper & Fabric [1412]
Dates	Register by	Time	Age	Instructor	Fee	Register	Notes
Sat Apr 17	Apr 12	12-5pm	Adult	Jill Jensen	$50	REGISTER NOW!
Join fabric artist Jill Jensen to try a variety of surface design techniques on both fabric and paper: monoprinting, marbleizing with shaving creamand paste paper techniques will be covered. You will leave with recipes and samples of all techniques which can be used in book making, quilting or even to decorate silk scarves!

Old Charms, New Bracelet [1413]
Dates	Register by	Time	Age	Instructor	Fee	Register	Notes
Sat May 1	Apr 26	12-4:30pm	Adult	Kim Stiffler	$45	REGISTER NOW!
Upcycle your jewelry: reuse your old rings, mismatched earrings, trinkets and create your own unique vintage charm bracelet. Vintage and antique components collected on a class field trip to local secondhand shops may be used to complement the student's own charms. Chain and findings for the bracelet are provided; you will learn how to attach your charms Students responsible for bringing old jewelry; all other supplies and tools included

Clay One Day-Serving Bowl [1414]
Dates	Register by	Time	Age	Instructor	Fee	Register	Notes
Sat May 15	May 12	1-3:30pm	Adult	Pottery Staff	$35	REGISTER NOW!
Learn slab handbuilding techniques as you create a serving or salad bowl. Schedule a later date to come back and glaze your project.