Art Classes, Family Workshops, Family Open Houses and Events,
Community Events
Spring 2010 Programs
SPRING 2010 PROGRAMS
The Children's Studio is a fun and inspiring place for young artists,
ages 5-12 to learn, grow, and make new friends. VMFA's Art Adventures
program is intended to foster creativity and imagination through
the use of innovative art projects, interdisciplinary studies,
and quality instruction. Content is based on the Virginia Standards
of Learning. Classes meet in the Pauley Center, Children Studio
B unless otherwise noted. Registration: Phone 804.340.1405, 8:45
am-4:30 pm, Mon-Fri.
CHILDREN'S ART ADVENTURES
[95] Crafty Creations CANCELLED
MEGAN LILES
Ages 9-12
4 sessions, Jan 5-26
Tues, 4-5:30 pm
Fee: $65 (VMFA members $60)
From knitting to wood burning, this class is guaranteed to spark
the interests of all types of artists and crafters. Each week,
students try their hand at making unique projects such as scarves,
miniature books, plaques, and instruments.
[96] Art Express CANCELLED
LORI VALENTE
Ages 5-8
4 sessions, Jan 6-27
Wed, 4-5:30 pm
Fee: $65 (VMFA members $60) Everyday is a new adventure in this
artistic voyage! Students will have fun experimenting with drawing,
painting, printing, and sculpting techniques to create expressive
works of art.
[97] The Art of Pen and Brush
LORI VALENTE
Ages 5-8
4 sessions, Mar 3-24
Wed, 4-5:30 pm
Fee: $65 (VMFA members $60)
Students will create wonderful works of art such as Egyptian-style
works on papyrus paper, Japanese scroll paintings, and more using
a wide range of painting and drawing techniques. Young artists
will enjoy working with acrylic, ink, watercolor, and natural
materials for painting.
[98] Construction Junction CANCELLED
JUSTIN GOHDE
Ages 9-12
1 session, Mar 13
Sat, 10 am-3 pm
Fee: $65 (VMFA members $60)
VMFA's grand opening is just around the corner, and what better
way to celebrate then to create a work of art inspired by our
building expansion? Students will use both art and found materials
to build a structure of their own. They will discuss planning,
developing, and architectural techniques to develop a three-dimensional
work of art.
Please bring a bag lunch daily and snack daily; avoid peanut products.
Spring Break: Art Boot Camp
LORI VALENTE
MEGAN LILES
[99] Ages 5-8 and
[100] Ages 9-12
5 sessions, April 5-9
Mon-Fri, 9 am-4 pm
Fee: $200 (VMFA members $185), or $50 per session (VMFA members
$45)
From beginners to the more advanced young artists, all students
will benefit from quality instruction and exciting activities
throughout the week. Each day will be a new adventure that will
focus on multicultural arts and festivals and teach a variety
of artistic styles and techniques. Peers will have the opportunity
to collaborate on projects as well as work on their own, depending
on the activity.
Please bring a bag lunch daily and snack daily; avoid peanut products.
Family Art Adventure
[101] Valentine Adventure CANCELLED
MEGAN LILES
Ages 5-12, accompanied by an adult
Sat, Feb 13, 10am-noon, Studio B
$20 (VMFA members $18) for 1 child and 1 adult
Create a card that comes from the heart! Families will enjoy this
quality time together, creating artistic Valentine surprises for
friends and loved ones while learning how to collage, stamp, and
stencil.
Family Events
ChinaFest Family Day
Pauley Center Building
Feb 20
Sat, 1-4 pm
Free, no registration required
As part of Richmond's 5th Annual ChinaFest, VMFA proudly presents
a fun family event for all ages to promote cultural understanding
through arts and media. Come celebrate the Chinese New Year with
extraordinary art projects such as dragon masks, beautiful lanterns,
and traditional-style scrolls. Learn about the animals from the
Chinese zodiac and discover which one symbolizes you! Enjoy games,
face painting, stories, and a virtual tour of Chinese objects
from VMFA's permanent collection! The ChinaFest Family Day is
made possible by a generous gift from the Rose Group.
9th Annual Egg-cellent Family Day
Pauley Center Building and Lawn
Mar 27
Sat, 1-3 pm
$10 (VMFA members $8), registration required
Spring on over to VMFA and bring your basket for an egg-citing egg hunt with Hoppity Rabbit! Enjoy outdoor games, all new spring art activities, and a live musical performance by the Richmond Indigenous Gourd Orchestra. Rain or shine, this event will be hoppin'.
Family programs are made possible by a generous gift from The Council of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and The Cecil R. and Edna S. Hopkins Family Foundation.
Scholarship Information
Thank you for your interest in youth programs at VMFA. Scholarships to attend Studio Classes for Youth and Teens are based on financial need and are available on a limited basis to students ages 5-17. Scholarships are valid for one class; requests for specific classes will be considered but can not be guaranteed. Scholarships will be awarded based on available funding. Scholarship application information is confidential and
used only for scholarship criteria evaluation. All scholarship applications are due to VMFA for consideration
three weeks in advance of the start of the requested class. To apply please print, fill out, and mail or fax this
scholarship application form.
This form is a PDF file requiring Adobe® Acrobat® Reader.
Check out the
Community Events and
Family Open Houses and Events
Other Programs for Children
Educational Resource Room
Free and open to the public, the
Educational Resource Room, located in the Pauley Center for Education and Statewide Partnerships, will enhance any trip to the Museum galleries. Engaging resources to explore with your child include books, puzzles, and CD-ROMs. Open Wed - Fri 11 am - 4 pm.
Teens
Outgrown the Children's Studio?
Visit
Teen Classes for information about exciting studio opportunities for teen artists, or call 804.340.1573 for a free brochure.
Check out the Teen Advisory Council where teens can suggest museum programs, events, and work on the popular Teen Coffeehouses.
Please note: Children’s Studio Programs are for students ages 5-12. We prefer that your child have attended Kindergarten or Preschool prior to attending our camps. If your child has not attended either, please make sure of the following: they are comfortable being separated from a parent for 3 hours at a time, they can use scissors and drawing materials independently, and they can follow three sequential directions. Your child’s happiness and success are our primary concerns!
VMFA’s Compliance with Code of Virginia 22.1-296
Enacted in 2006, Section 22.1-296.1 of the Code of Virginia requires that all persons who provide services to school children during school sponsored activities and have direct contact with students certify that 1) the individual has not been convicted of a felony or any offense involving the sexual molestation or physical or sexual abuse or rape of a child; and indicate 2) whether the individual has been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude.
VMFA Child Protection Guidelines
You will find a copy of VMFA’s certification letter, as well as a copy of our certification waiver signed by all of those at VMFA working with children
