Children & Teens

Home-school classes

Fall Frenzy [1480] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons, Sept. 13-Oct. 18 Sept. 8 10:30-11:30am 6-10 DOLLY SPICE $75 REGISTER NOW! Experience an art class for everything fall! Make coil pots, a turkey with real feathers, leaf collage, decorate your own pumpkin and more! Festive Fun [1481] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons, Nov. 22-Dec. 13 Nov. 17 10:30-11:30am 6-10 DOLLY SPICE $50 REGISTER NOW! Get crafty this holiday season and enjoy projects tailored around a festive theme. Create your own garland, ornaments, wreaths, window lights and more. Voice lessons [1482] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sept. 13 – Nov 1 Sept. 8 12-1pm 8-12 DOLLY SPICE $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). New! Arts/Clay Birthdays or Groups CLICK FOR MORE

Children's Art Classes

Storybook Art: Class 1 [1483] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues, Sept. 14-Oct. 5 Sept. 8 3-3:45pm 3-1/2-5 MICHELLINE HALL $40 REGISTER NOW! Storybook Art: Class 2 [1484] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues, Sept. 14-Oct. 5 Sept. 8 4:15-5:15 6-10 MICHELLINE HALL $50 REGISTER NOW! Students will create works of art based upon literature in this exciting art class. They will pull inspiration from different parts of the story and create their own masterpieces using a variety of media. Holiday Extravaganza [1485] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues, Nov. 16-Dec. 4 (skip Nov. 23) Nov. 11 3-3:45pm 3-1/2-5 MICHELLINE HALL $40 REGISTER NOW! Get ready for an art class full of holiday delights! Construct your own stocking that you can fill with goodies, create ornaments perfect for your tree and get ready to make it snow! Your children will come back with many unique pieces of holiday art! Young Artists [1489] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds, Nov. 10-Dec. 8 (skip Nov. 24) Nov. 5 4-6pm 7-15 KENNETH WEINFURTNER $90 REGISTER NOW! In this class, students will enjoy experimenting with drawing, painting and printmaking and in the meantime learn about art, techniques, processes and creativity. All the necessary materials are included.

Children & Teen Pottery Classes

Kids Clayworks: Magic School Bus [1505] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons, Sept. 27-Oct. 18 Sep 24 4-5:15pm 6-9 Jill Campbell $65 REGISTER NOW! Kids Clayworks: Holiday Projects [1506] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons, Nov. 1-Nov. 22 Oct 28 4-5:15pm 6-9 Jill Campbell $65 REGISTER NOW! It is hard to find a child who doesn't enjoy working with clay! You will make sculptures and imaginative projects related to the themes listed. Clayventure & More [1507] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Thus, Oct 21-Nov 18 Oct 4 4-5:45pm 10-13 Staff $95 REGISTER NOW! Let the creative adventure begin! Five weeks packed with lots of open ended and fun handbuilding projects plus work on the potter's wheel plus a mosaic panel make this a great class for creative older kids.

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: Beginner [1487] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds, Sept. 22-Dec. 15 (skip Nov. 24) Sept. 17 5-6pm 7-12 LORI MADDEN $130 REGISTER NOW! This dance class is for the very beginner student. Irish Stepdance: Advanced Choreography Group [1488] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds, Sept. 22-Dec. 15 (skip Nov. 24) Sept. 17 6-7:30pm 8-18 LORI MADDEN $185 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.

Special Saturdays- Family Workshops

For ages 6 and up-children under age 10 must come with an adult. Adult may accompany more than one child. Pricing is per person.

Halloween Masks & Decorations-Family Workshop [1509] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat, Oct 16 Oct 14 1:30-3:30 pm 6+ Staff $20 REGISTER NOW! Have great fun creating and decorating clay pumpkins, scary masks and ghosts you can use every Halloween! Family Workshop: Quick! Frame a Mosaic [1510] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat, Nov 13 Nov 11 1:30-3:30 pm 6+ JANE GARRETT $20 REGISTER NOW! Family Workshop - Form a design in colorful broken tile, glue in place and then the messy part-grouting. Take home a special work of art to hang or to give as a special gift. One smaller project per person or team up on a larger project. Family Workshop: Painted Scarves! [1511] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat, Dec 11 Dec 9 9:30am-12pm 6+ JILL JENSEN $20 REGISTER NOW! Have fun painting a scarf in your favorite colors, and have a gift to give for Christmas! One scarf per person; extras available for additional charge Family Workshop: Christmas Parade Day Ornament Workshops-Pick & Choose! [1532] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat, Dec. 4 Dec 3 1-4:30pm 6+ VARIOUS INSTRUCTORS $5-$20 per project(s) REGISTER NOW! Come to the Academy to try your hand at various activities to make ornaments and small gifts for the Holidays. Origami, clay, paper mache, fused glass, paper crafts and more! Choices of projects will be available later online.

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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

Figure Drawing [1490] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons, Sept. 13-Dec. 6 (skip Nov. 22) Sept. 17 7-9:30pm Adults ASHLEY STEWART $10/session $55/6 sessions $110/12 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 [1491] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues, Sept. 28-Nov. 16 Sept. 23 9:30am-12pm Adults 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 [1492] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues, Sept. 14-Nov. 2 Sept. 9 7-9:30pm 15+ 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. Beginner Watercolor [1493] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds, Sept. 15-Nov. 3 Sept. 9 9:30am-12pm Adult JARED SLACK $170 REGISTER NOW! DOWNLOAD CLASS SUPPLY LIST This watercolor class will be a great introduction or a good review of the basics of watercolor. We will learn how to stretch paper, paint washes, mix colors, create textures, create a sense of depth and lay out a good composition, as well as learning some less common watercolor techniques. In this class we will work mainly with landscape and still life. Supplies are included-suggested supply list available online for your convenience. Drawing-Linear/Aerial Perspective [1494] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds, Nov. 10-Dec. 8 (skip Nov. 24) Nov. 5 6:30pm-9pm 15+ KENNETH WEINFURTNER $90 REGISTER NOW! The study of linear/aerial perspective will enable the beginning or advanced artist to accurately depict deep space in art. Through this class artists will gain a thorough understanding on flat, shallow and deep space. This is a great class for a beginner or for artists who wish to improve their ability to portray depth in drawings or paintings. All supplies provided by the Academy. Painting in Oils/Acrylic [1495] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Thus, Sept. 16-Nov. 4 Sept. 10 9:30am-12pm Adult KENNETH WEINFURTNER $180 REGISTER NOW! DOWNLOAD CLASS SUPPLY LIST Thursday morning oil painting continues and is open to beginners and more experienced painters alike. Those just starting out will learn about handling paint, color theory, value, form and how to begin and complete a painting. Higher level techniques and theories such as aerial perspective, design and painting light are presented for the more advanced. Supply list available online. Open Arts Studio [1496] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Fris, Sept. 17-Dec. 10 (skip Nov. 26) Sept. 10 9:30am-12pm Adult KENNETH WEINFURTNER $75 REGISTER NOW! Register anytime to use the Academy's Arts Studio. Use our printing press, mat cutter, easels and more! Bring your own supplies.

Photography

All photography classes meet in the Photo Lab

Intro to Darkroom Photography [1497] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds, Sept. 15-Nov. 3 Sept. 10 7pm-9pm Adults KENNETH WEINFURTNER $175 REGISTER NOW! Learn the basics of photography including how to take pictures, film development and printing. Students will use the photo lab to process their own film and print b/w photographs. The class will experiment with the Zone System, stop action, motion, depth of field and alternative processes. Bring your own 35mm or medium format camera or use one of the Academy's. All necessary supplies are included. How to Use Your SLR Camera [1498] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat, Sept. 25 Sept. 21 10am-3pm Adults JILL MARKWOOD $85 REGISTER NOW! Join us one Sat 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 1498 and 1499, AFA will deduct $10 OFF OF THE TOTAL REGISTRATION FEE!* Using the Flash of Your SLR Camera [1499] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat, Oct. 2 Sept. 28 10am-3pm Adults JILL MARKWOOD $85 REGISTER NOW! Join us one Sat 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 1498 and 1499, AFA will deduct $10 OFF OF THE TOTAL REGISTRATION FEE!*

Mind/Body/Dance

All classes will meet in Studio B.

P.M. Yoga [1500] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons, Sept. 20-Dec.13 (skip Nov. 22) Sept. 16 5:30-6:45pm 15+ CATHY RAY $130 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. Irish Set Dancing [1501] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds, Sept. 22-Nov. 10 Sept. 17 7:30-8:30pm 14+ LORI MADDEN $85 REGISTER NOW! Irish Set Dancing is a fast and energetic social dance. Although danced to energetic, fast paced music, the skills required are not the same as Irish *step dance* ala Riverdance. Irish sets are a fun workout without the high impact "stepping" usually associated with Irish dance (and every bit as authentic & traditional). Irish set dancing is a great alternative for those who love Irish music, would love to dance to it, but are looking for a low impact form. Modern Dance [1502] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Thus, Sept. 9-Oct. 28 Sept. 6 7:15-8:15pm 16+ KATHERINE K. DORMAN $75 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.

Performing Arts

Death on a High Note! [1503] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat, Nov. 6 Nov. 2 10am-11:30am 16+ CECELIA SCHIEVE $25 REGISTER NOW! Puccini's tragic masterpiece, Tosca, is the story of one woman's struggle to save the life of the man she loves, and escape the one who will do anything to possess her. Some of the most emotional music ever written, with a great plot and characters that grab you from the opening curtain to the dramatic ending! Join Opera on the James as they present facts and fun about Tosca and the art form. Attendees get a 50% discount on a Tosca ticket! FACination Chorus [1504] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues, Sept. 21-Mar. 1 Sept. 17 7pm-9pm 16+ ALBERT CARTER $65 REGISTER NOW! Lynchburg's favorite community choral group, FACination Chorus, is back! Do you love to sing? No formal auditions to join. FACination performances: March 5 & 6. Join anytime!

Adult Pottery

Note: For ages 15 and up. 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).

September Clay Classes: Back to Clay-Evening [1513] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues , Sept. 7-28 Sep 3 6:30-9pm adult MAY CARTER $120 REGISTER NOW! September Clay Classes: Back to Clay-Morning [1514] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds , Sept. 8-29 Sep 3 9:30am-12:30pm adult MAY CARTER $120 REGISTER NOW! For those of you experienced clay folks who are ready to start on your fall clay projects early, here it is: a month long early start to the fall clay sessions. New! Handbuilding Tableware [1515] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues, Sept. 7-28 Sep 3 9:30am-12pm adult CHATHAM MONK $120 REGISTER NOW! Beginners and experienced potters will learn new techniques and develop patterns for handbuilt plates, cups and bowls. Have your own place setting by the end of class! Beginning In Clay [1516] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues, Oct. 5-Nov. 30 (skips Nov.23) Sep 30 6:30-9pm adult MAY CARTER $195 REGISTER NOW! Beginners to intermediate students and those returning to clay will find both handbuilding and wheel work covered. You will make bowls, mugs, assemble a vase and build a planter or casserole. Glazing techniques will be covered. Beginning & More Pottery [1517] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Tues, Oct 5-Nov. 30 (skips Nov.23) Sep 30 9:30am-12pm adult KAT ANTIS $195 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 to Advanced Pottery [1518] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Mons, Oct. 4-Nov. 29 (skips Nov. 22) Sep 30 6:30-9pm adult KAT ANTIS $195 REGISTER NOW! Come to class with your project ideas! There will be class demonstrations and projects based on student requests. New methods of shaping on the wheel and slip decorating will be introduced. Pottery Projects [1519] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds, Oct. 6-Dec.1 (skips Nov.24) Sep 30 9:30am-12:30pm adult MAY CARTER $195 REGISTER NOW! Students work independently on projects of their own choosing with help and guidance from instructor. This is the class for handbuilders!

Jewelry

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

Introduction to Jewelry Making [1520] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Thus, Sep 23, 30 Sep 20 6:30-8:30pm adult LIZ MCCORMACK $95 REGISTER NOW! Jewelry making skills covered in this beginning level class include basic wire wrapping, fabricating sheet silver, and introduction to soldering. Finished projects can include pendants, earrings, bracelets and rings. Jewelry Projects [1521] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Thus, Oct 14-Nov. 18 Oct 11 6:30-8:30pm adult LIZ MCCORMACK $175 REGISTER NOW! Jewelry making skills covered in this intermediate level class include basic soldering, bezel cup stone setting, prong stone setting and wire wrapping. There will be a session in stamping patterns into flat materials. Finished projects will be more involved than the introductory class. Precious Metal Clay Workshop [1522] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat-Sun, Nov 6,7 Nov. 1 Sat, 2-5:30pm Sun, 2-3pm adult ARIEL PARKER $100 REGISTER NOW! This is a refresher/introduction to Precious Metal Clay.pmC is a workable claylike material containing fine silver that can be fired to create heirloom quality pieces. We will be making covering the basic forming techniques and focusing on applying unique textures to this malleable material. The Sun meeting will allow time to finish the kiln fired pieces.

Glass

Open to ages 15-adult; fees covers most specialty glass and materials; tools and equipment and firing costs are provided.

Kiln Fired Glass Open Studio [1523] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Thus, Sep 9-30 Sep 7 9:30am-12pm adult SUZANNE MICHAELS, monitor $70 REGISTER NOW! If you have experience in glass fusing and are able to work independently, join this group. Weekly firing included, small supplies and tools, equipment; bring your own glass supply. Make a Glass Bowl: Intro to Kiln Fired Glass! [1524] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds, Sept. 15, 22 Sep 13 6:30-9pm adult SUZANNE MICHAELS $95 REGISTER NOW! Learn basic fusing techniques as you create sun catchers, jewelry pendants and a slumped bowl. You will learn about which glass to use, load your projects in the kiln and come home with colorful finished projects. New Projects in Kiln Fired Glass [1525] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Thus, Oct 7-28 Oct 4 9:30am-12pm adult SUZANNE MICHAELS $120 REGISTER NOW! New and returning students will start with a review of basic techniques (fusing, inclusions, glass compatibility slumping, kiln loading) and then introducing new inclusion materials, special effects with reactive glass and pot melt. Beginning Stained Glass I [1526] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds, Sept. 29-Oct. 20 Sep 24 6:30-8:30pm adult JACK GLENN $135 REGISTER NOW! Beginning Stained Glass II [1527] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Weds, Oct. 27-Nov. 17 Oct 22 6:30-8:30pm adult JACK GLENN $135 REGISTER NOW! Work with master stained glass artist Jack Glenn to learn the basics of making a stained glass panel. All beginners will work on the same design but will be able to choose their own color palette; returning students will work on a more advanced panel building and refining their soldering and glass skills.

Holiday Short Takes

Are sampler classes that let you try out a new medium or complete a project in one or two meetings. Most this season are geared to Holiday gifts or decorations. Note: All are for ages 15-adult, and supplies are provided except as noted below.

Holiday Card-Print your Own! [1528] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat , Nov 13 Nov 10 9:30am-12:30pm adult JILL JENSEN $40 REGISTER NOW! Make your holiday mailing really special this year! Join artist Jill Jensen to design and carve a plate for your own Holiday card, then print on your choice of papers and inks. Colorful Glass SunCatchers/Ornaments [1529] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat, Nov 20 Nov 18 10am-12:30pm adult SUZANNE MICHAELS $35 REGISTER NOW! Create colorful designs in colored glass and glass frits on clear glass and have unique ornaments for your tree or for special gifts. Finished projects will be fired and ready for pickup Mon. Painted Silk Scarves [1530] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat, Nov 20 Nov. 18 1:30-4pm adult JILL JENSEN $40 REGISTER NOW! Join fiber artist Jill Jensen for a fun and easy session painting silk scarves for holiday giving. You will have two scarves ready to pick up Mon; more scarves can be painted for an extra fee. Recycled Jewelry Gifts [1531] Dates Register by Time Age Instructor Fee Register Notes Sat , Dec 11 Dec 8 12:30-5pm adult KIM STIFFLER $50 REGISTER NOW! This class is open to interested jewelers of all skill levels. It will demonstrate several ways to re-use old pieces of jewelry, both from the student’s personal collection (single earrings, broken necklaces, old religious medals, trinkets) and from “new” old finds at local antique stores/yard sales. The class will include a field trip to a local antique store to search for vintage chains and/or charms to use for the final piece. Students responsible for bring old jewelry and/or purchasing on the field trip. Tolls provided.