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Fine Arts and Crafts
Fine Arts
Some classes may have supply fees so check class descriptions for details. Any supply fees are payable at first class and are non-refundable.
Gifts to Go
(5-10 yrs.) Children create gifts for friends or family. When the projects are finished, students can create their own wrapping paper or use ours to gift wrap the presents so they can be taken them home ready to be given for holidays, birthdays or any special event. Please bring a 4”x6” photo to be used for one of the gifts. All materials are included.
RGWF 1--3 hour workshop --$26 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Wkfld/Moore Sa 9am HDL.PPTJ 12/17 RGWF Wkfld/Moore Sa 1pm HDL.F3Y0 12/17 RGWF
Winter Holiday Art with Artisans
(6-10 yrs.) Artisans United, located in the Packard Center in Annandale Community Park, will showcase local artists and help children create artistic wonders for holiday giving. All materials provided for at least three projects.
RG08 1--1 hour 30 minute program--$10 Location Day Time Code Begin $
HiddenOaks Sa 3pm U5A.Q8Z0 12/3 RG08
Art Above and Beyond
(6-12 yrs.) This mixed-media class offers a variety of fun projects including drawing and painting. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
4FA 10--55 minute lessons--$119 Location Day Time Code Begin $
SoRunREC Sa 3:15pm EB5.OHF5 1/14 4FA Wkfld/Moore M 5:30pm EB5.09DJ 1/16 4FA
Colorful Art by Abrakadoodle
(6-12 yrs.) Explore fabulous artist tools and products. Create colorful paintings, imaginative drawings, and unique sculptures using watercolors, modeling compounds and paints. Practice “masking” while painting an abstract forest, take an imaginary tour to New England and paint Lighthouse scenes. Hear the buzz while sculpting busy bees.
DFVW 8--55 minute lessons--$165 Location Day Time Code Begin $
CubRunREC Sa 11:30am PRL.KU2L 1/14 DFVW ProvREC W 5:30pm PRL.88CU 1/11 DFVW SoRunREC W 5:30pm PRL.7QKB 1/18 DFVW SpHillREC Sa 3:30pm PRL.Z3XR 1/7 DFVW
Enrich your parks!
Learn more at www.fairfaxparkfoundation.org Discover Drawing I
(13-Adult) This course teaches fundamental drawing skills through various techniques and projects. Students need to bring an 11”x14” sketch pad and two drawing pencils (HB & 6B). Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
DFVH 8--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$218 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Woodson HS M 7:30pm E5M.D56K 1/23 DFVH
Comic Cartooning
(6-12 yrs.) Calvin & Hobbes, Spongebob Squarepants, Bugs Bunny, and other cartoons come to life in this fun Baroody Camps program developed and taught by pro comic book and children’s book creator, Arsia Rozegar (credits include Marvel’s Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, X-Men and more). Using simple methods with shapes and lines, as well as tricks, tips and techniques, students learn that drawing cartoons is easier than you can imagine! Any supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
DFVK 8--55 minute lessons--$153 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Woodson HS M 6:30pm WA0.YZNG 1/23 DFVK
Creating Comics
Students learn about various aspects of drawing and creating comics, such as emotive faces, anatomy, character development, and important elements in sequential story-telling in this Baroody Camps class geared towards those interested in creating their own personal comic books. Not just limited to the super-hero genre, this program developed and taught by pro comic book creator Arsia Rozegar (credits include Marvel’s Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, X-Men, and more) delves into the hands-on fun of creating sequential art. Any supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
DFVK 8--55 minute lessons--$153 Location Day Time Code Begin $ (6-12 yrs.)
Mosaic ES Sa 9am 7KT.MMM2 1/21 DFVK Woodson HS T 6:30pm 7KT.8GPY 1/17 DFVK
(13-Adult)
Mosaic ES Sa 10am LEH.GDAJ 1/21 DFVK Woodson HS T 7:30pm LEH.GU3T 1/17 DFVK
Drawing Mandalas
(Adults) Drawing mandalas can reduce stress and improve well-being. Students mandala drawing basics, then explore the endless possibilities of this art form. This class focuses on the connection between art and wellness. Any supply fee payable at first class.
DFBA 6--1 hour 55 minute lessons--$138 Location Day Time Code Begin $
LeeREC T 9am O78.L51Q 1/17 DFBA
Drawing with Perspective
(Adults) This class is for art students of any level who want to understand and manage perspective skills in their drawings and paintings. Work on pieces in your preferred medium that explore basics of perspective, helping artists to learn concepts of depth, sense of space, proportions and dimensions. Perspective concepts to be covered include one point perspective, vanishing point and horizon line. Recommended art supply list will be sent via email before start of class.
3FA 8--55 minute lessons--$96 Location Day Time Code Begin $
ProvREC W 10am SSQ.8QIS 1/11 3FA
Nature Sketch Hike
(13-Adult) Join a naturalist for a hike focused on observing the shapes and colors found in nature. Learn sketching techniques to enhance observation skills.
DFAJ 1--2 hour lesson--$26 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Burke Lake Pk Su 11am 72F.9ITC 1/8 DFAJ Burke Lake Pk Sa 11am 72F.H23J 2/4 DFAJ
Abrakadoodle Kids on Canvas
(6-12 yrs.) Students will Imagine a fantastic world inspired by nature as they learn about shapes, create 3D buildings, explore maps, and mix colors. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
DFVW 8--55 minute lessons--$165 Location Day Time Code Begin $
SoRunREC F 5pm ZBL,DCNH 1/20 DFVW Wkfld/Moore Th 5pm ZBL.HDAW 1/19 DFVW
Watercolor Painting I
(Adults) Students are introduced to watercolor techniques and color basics. Concepts such as wet on wet, dry watercolor, color layering and blending are explored. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
3FC 8--1 hour 55 minute lessons--$190 4FB 10--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$179
DFGA 8--2 hour 25 minute lessons--$228 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk W 9:30am BC7.RM1K 1/11 DFGA ProvREC Th 2:30pm BC7.EAM7 1/12 3FC ProvREC Th 12:30pm BC7.K7SV 1/12 3FC Wkfld/Moore M 2:30pm BC7.0DG4 1/16 4FB
Weather Procedure
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Watercolor Painting II
(Adults) Prerequisite: Watercolor Painting I or equivalent. Continue sharpening basic skills and techniques. Develop brush styles and individual approaches to projects and exercises. Students need to bring supplies.
3FC 8--1 hour 55 minute lessons--$190 4FB 10--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$179
DFGA 8--2 hour 25 minute lessons--$228 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk W 9:30am 9E5.LRZA 1/11 DFGA ProvREC T 6:15pm 9E5.RI7V 1/10 3FC Wkfld/Moore M 12:30pm 9E5.7SEX 1/16 4FB
Watercolor Painting III
(Adults) Prerequisite: Watercolor Painting II. Students need to bring supplies to class.
3FC 8--1 hour 55 minute lessons--$190 Location Day Time Code Begin $
ProvREC W 10am 151.MHJ5 1/11 3FC ProvREC Th 10am 151.40C6 1/12 3FC
Watercolor Workshop - Furry Critters
(Adults) Artist Marni Maree will teach you techniques for painting various furry textures with watercolor on paper. You can bring in pictures of your favorite furry friend to paint in class. A supply list will be emailed before class. Bring a lunch.
CFAK 1--6 hour lesson --$110 Location Day Time Code Begin $
GrnSprGardn Sa 9:30am 3I9.0XEB 1/21 CFAK
Fun with Acrylics
(13-Adult) Class introduces you to acrylics in a fun and pressure-free way. Learn to make simple paintings using acrylic paints on canvas as you explore color, texture, composition and design. Supply fee of $30 payable to instructor at first class.
DFGB 8--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$138 Location Day Time Code Begin $
OakMarREC T 6pm 4VW.KGKJ 1/10 DFGB SoRunREC M 6:30pm 4VW.2TOG 1/23 DFGB Wkfld/Moore T 6:30pm 4VW.9TH9 1/17 DFGB Woodson HS Th 6:30pm 4VW.TJHD 1/19 DFGB
Paint in Oil or Acrylic
(Adults) Paint under the instruction of a proficient artist to improve your skills and build confidence as an artist. For beginning to advanced students. More experienced painters may bring their supplies. Any supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
3FD 8--2 hour 55 minute lessons--$286 Location Day Time Code Begin $
ProvREC T 1pm 009.AZ4G 1/10 3FD ProvREC T 9:30am 009.3UP5 1/10 3FD
Abrakadoodle Sculpt It
(6-12 yrs.) Learn to sculpt using a variety of modeling compounds and papers along with other items such as wire, wood, clay, aluminum, plastic, string in this Abrakadoodle class. We’ll mold, bend, twist, and stretch while we design each three-dimensional creation. Learn about a variety of amazing artists while creating eight 3D artworks that are dynamic, creative and fun.
DFVW 8--55 minute lessons--$165 Location Day Time Code Begin $
CherryRn ES Th 6pm EH9.YU2E 1/19 DFVW ProvREC Th 5:30pm EH9.4LU1 1/12 DFVW SpHillREC W 5pm EH9.HC4E 1/11 DFVW
Clay Makers
(6-12 yrs.) The magic of clay is awesome! Whether it’s jewelry for mom, animals in the wild, a garden of flowers and bugs, keychain emojis or new additions to an old mug, if you can think it, chances are we can make it. The possibilities are endless in this Baroody Camps program. Each day students will use their clay craft tool kit to tackle projects with clay and see how creative they can be. Materials are included in the price of the class.
DFVR 8--55 minute lessons--$124 Location Day Time Code Begin $ (6-12 yrs.)
Mosaic ES Sa 12pm OAQ.HIP9 1/23 DFVR
Pottery for Children
Introduction to clay and the pottery-making process using hand-building methods. Make pinch pots and learn coiling, slab work techniques, painting, glazing and firing.
DFP3 10--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$202
DFP4 5--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$101 Location Day Time Code Begin $ (6-9 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore Sa 9am Q7L.G96I 1/14 DFP3 Wkfld/Moore M 4pm Q7L.PPQ7 1/16 DFP4
(9-12 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore Sa 10:45am AZ5.VJHY 1/14 DFP3 Wkfld/Moore M 4pm AZ5.2YVO 2/20 DFP4
Pottery for Teens
(13-17 yrs.) Create beautiful pots and clay forms by hand using only simple tools, not the pottery wheel. Explore hand building with the three most common forms of creating hand-built pots: pinch pot, coiling, and slab techniques. Then paint, glaze and kiln fire your pieces. Bring hand tools to the first class meeting or purchase a set during class.
DFP1 10--1 hour 55 minute lessons--$269 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Wkfld/Moore Sa 12:45pm D8C.GRI5 1/14 DFP1
Pottery I
(16-Adult) Introduction to the potter’s wheel with emphasis on clay preparation, centering, firing and glazing. Attendance at first class is essential. Class fee includes 25 lbs. of clay and three hours of lab time. Bring hand tools to the first class meeting or purchase a set during class.
DFP2 10--2 hour 55 minute lessons--$364 Location Day Time Code Begin $ Wkfld/Moore Su 3pm A6F.J229 1/15 DFP2 Wkfld/Moore M 6pm A6F.N1CL 1/16 DFP2 Wkfld/Moore T 1pm A6F.OKYO 1/17 DFP2 Wkfld/Moore Th 9am A6F.6O5U 1/19 DFP2
Pottery II
(16-Adult) Refine and develop your clay preparation, throwing, trimming and glazing skills. Attendance at first class is essential. Class fee includes 25 lbs. of clay and three hours of lab time. Bring hand tools to the first class meeting or purchase a set during class.
DFP2 10--2 hour 55 minute lessons--$364 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Wkfld/Moore Sa 3pm 54E.BNQO 1/14 DFP2 Wkfld/Moore T 6pm 54E.SYZZ 1/17 DFP2 Wkfld/Moore W 6pm 54E.5561 1/18 DFP2 Wkfld/Moore W 9am 54E.OJNM 1/18 DFP2
Pottery - Handbuilding
(16-Adult) Introduction to intermediate instruction using pinch, slab and coil methods to create either functional or abstract pieces. Glazing and techniques for textures and other decorations are included. Class fee includes 25 lbs. of clay and three hours of lab time.
DFP2 10--2 hour 55 minute lessons--$364 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Wkfld/Moore T 9am BE7.8E9X 1/17 DFP2 Wkfld/Moore Th 6pm BE7.ZOLF 1/19 DFP2
Digital Photography
(13-Adult) There’s more to photography than just using the automatic setting. Topics include your camera’s controls, resolution, flash, composition, stop motion, and close ups. Course includes weekly assignments with reviews. Software and printing are also covered. Any supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
3FB 8--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$143 4FB 10--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$179 4FC 10--1 hour 55 minute lessons--$237 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk W 7pm F54.XUKD 1/11 3FB OakMarREC T 6:30pm F54.0QOZ 1/10 4FB SpHillREC Th 7pm F54.QNXP 1/19 3FB Wkfld/Moore T 7pm F54.DIUV 1/17 4FC
Cell Phone Photography
(13-Adult) Smartphones have tremendous power to take great photos if you know what you are doing. In this class, we will explore the wonders and push the limits of cell phone photography. We will cover how to create photos with depth, stop and capture motion, editing, and how to take good photos in low light.
3FB 8--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$143 Location Day Time Code Begin $
OakMarREC T 6:30pm ZEC.N7Y3 1/10 3FB
Keepsake Photography
(13-Adult) Get the most of your camera while capturing important memories and legacies for your family archives. This class teaches you how to adjust your camera’s settings for various situations while creating a series of photos that memorialize important people and events for generations to come.
3FF 4--1 hour 55 minute lessons--$96 Location Day Time Code Begin $
OakMarREC T 4pm A5A.LY13 1/10 3FF
Photographing Food & Flowers
(16-Adult) Prerequisite: Digital Photography I or equivalent experience. This class explores the world of food and flowers through the lens, applying camera basics to food photography from macro to light to exposure on four Saturday morning field trips to a local farm, farmers’ markets or other sites. Control of DOF, shutter manipulation and use of flash will also be covered. Bring your camera to the first class. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class. Class itinerary will be provided before first class.
3FG 4--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$71 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Oakton ES Sa 9:30am D7B.EF8M 1/14 3FG
Photographing Local History
(16-Adult) Prerequisite: Digital Photography I or equivalent experience. Architectural, close-up, color and black and white techniques are the main topics covered in class and applied on field trips to local historical sites. Control of DOF, shutter manipulation, and use of flash will also be covered. Bring your camera to the first class. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class. Class itinerary will be provided before first class.
3FG 4--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$71 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Woodbrn ES Sa 9:30am 66A.URQN 2/11 3FG
Collage Art
(Adults) Explore different collage techniques and styles while learning a bit about the history of this fun and intriguing art form. Use scissors, adhesives, papers, mixed media and found objects to create satisfying works of art. Supply list available at class.
DFBA 6--1 hour 55 minute lessons--$138 Location Day Time Code Begin $
LeeREC T 12pm 86C.76EZ 1/17 DFBA
Paper Quilling Greeting Cards
(8-Adult) Create beautiful greeting cards using paper quilling techniques. Quilling, also known as filigree, is the art of coiling strips of paper rolls and then shaping them into beautiful works of art. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
DFAR 1--3 hour lesson--$39 Location Day Time Code Begin $
ProvREC Su 3pm 4ZV.J8GI 1/29 DFAR
Fun with Gel Prints & Printmaking
(13-Adult) Explore gel printing and printmaking. Learn how to use a gel plate as well as printmaking techniques to create simple and fun works of art. Supply fee of $20 payable to instructor at first class.
4FG 5--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$89 Location Day Time Code Begin $
SoRunREC W 6:30pm ESU.CU5F 1/18 4FG
Furniture Facelift
(13-Adult) Learn how to transform a small piece of furniture in this workshop. All you need is a little paint and wax to give an old piece of furniture a lovely new look. Skills include prepping, sanding, and painting. A supply fee may be payable to the instructor at the first class.
DFVY 4--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$85 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Wkfld/Moore W 6:30pm 4W7.XVYW 2/22 DFVY
Do You Wanna Build a Felted Snowman?
(16-Adult) Needle Felting is a recent craft with a rich history. Learn to combine wool and other fibers to create a cute snowman with personality. Supplies for the project are included in the class fee. Class meets two Thursday nights.
DFAQ 2--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$45 Location Day Time Code Begin $
ColvinRunMill Th 7pm 4CR.44W4 1/19 DFAQ
Knitting
(13-Adult) Master knitting basics. Students learn knitting techniques, terminology and choosing materials.
4FC 10--1 hour 55 minute lessons--$237 4FG 5--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$89 Location Day Time Code Begin $
CubRunREC F 10:30am 8AD.2I8T 1/20 4FG ProvREC W 10am 8AD.P3UD 1/11 4FC
Knitting II
(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Knitting I.
4FC 10--1 hour 55 minute lessons--$237 Location Day Time Code Begin $
ProvREC T 10am FD8.HIFR 1/10 4FC
Quilting-All Levels
(13-Adult) Learn modern quilt construction basics. Subjects covered include fabric and thread selection, rotary cutting methods and piecing methods. Also included are instructions for finishing a quilt including sandwiching, quilting and binding. This is an ongoing class with students at all stages of their chosen project.
DFCC 10--2 hour 25 minute lessons--$276 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk Th 12:30pm 285.VQRS 1/12 DFCC
Sewing 101
(12-Adult) In this class, offered by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, students learn basic sewing skills including using the ruler, proper measuring and how to read a pattern. Course also covers sewing machine use and maintenance. Skills are put to use creating a variety of projects. No previous experience necessary. Sewing machines and a sewing primer are provided. Supply fee of $35 is payable to instructor at first class and includes kits for creating pillow and tote bags (or other projects if student has made these already).
DFVC 4--2 hour 25 minute lessons--$209 Location Day Time Code Begin $
OakMarREC M 6:30pm 3B2.SZU4 1/9 DFVC Wkfld/Moore W 6:30pm 3B2.HENI 1/4 DFVC
Sewing 102
(12-Adult) Prerequisite: Sewing 101 or equivalent. In this class, offered by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, students build on skills learned in Sewing 101 to create more advanced projects including neck pillows and backpacks. Sewing machines and a sewing primer are provided. Supply fee of $35 is payable to instructor at first class and includes project kits.
DFVC 4--2 hour 25 minute lessons--$209 Location Day Time Code Begin $
OakMarREC M 6:30pm EEE.HNCA 2/6 DFVC Wkfld/Moore W 6:30pm EEE.ZU7E 2/1 DFVC
Sewing 103
(12-Adult) Prerequisite: Sewing 102 or equivalent. In this class, offered by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, students build on skills learned in Sewing 102 to make a variety of more advanced hand and machine sewing projects. Sewing machines and a sewing primer are provided. Supply fee of $35 is payable to instructor at first class and includes project kits.
DFVC 4--2 hour 25 minute lessons--$209 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Wkfld/Moore W 6:30pm 85C.KJ1Z 3/1 DFVC
Sewing Workshop-Alterations
(9-Adult) In this class workshop, by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, you learn techniques for altering garments such as hemming by hand or machine, taking in/ letting out waistlines, shortening sleeves and changing buttons. Skills include measuring using a ruler and tape measure, using commercial patterns, hand and machine sewing and fabric structure. Supply fee of $15 is payable to instructor at the workshop.
DFVD 1--3 hour lesson--$66 Location Day Time Code Begin $
OakMarREC Sa 12pm 912.4OVR 1/21 DFVD ProvREC Sa 12pm 912.EDM5 1/28 DFVD Wkfld/Moore Sa 10am 912.54NG 1/7 DFVD
Sewing Workshop-Alterations II
(9-Adult) In this workshop, offered by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, you will learn techniques for altering tailored garments such as hemming by hand or machine, taking in/letting out waistlines, shortening sleeves and changing buttons. Skills include measuring using a ruler and tape measure, using commercial patterns, hand and machine sewing and fabric structure. Supply fee of $15 is payable at the workshop.
DFVD 1--3 hour lesson--$66 Location Day Time Code Begin $
ProvREC Sa 12pm 79E.WOCM 2/25 DFVD Wkfld/Moore Sa 10am 79E.Y8YQ 2/4 DFVD
Sewing Workshop-Decorative Pillows
(8-Adult) Students will learn basic sewing skills including using a ruler, proper measuring and how to read a commercial pattern, as well as how to use and maintain a sewing machine. A variety of other hand and machine techniques taught will be put to use making a decorative custom pillow or pillow sham. A supply fee of $15 covers colored handouts, fabric and notions.
DFVD 1--3 hour lesson--$63 Location Day Time Code Begin $
LeeREC Sa 9am 5XG.5XG 2/11 DFVD
Sewing Workshop-Home Decor
(9-Adult) In this workshop, offered by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, learn techniques for creating decor for your room or home such as pillow shams, curtains, pillow cases and pillows. Skills include measuring using a ruler and tape measure, using commercial patterns, hand and machine sewing and fabric structure. Supply fee of $15 is payable to instructor at the workshop.
DFVD 1--3 hour lesson--$66 Location Day Time Code Begin $
LeeREC Sa 9am EDC.9AV7 1/14 DFVD
Sewing Workshop-Machine Fundamentals
(9-Adult) In this workshop, offered by My Last Gift Sewing Institute, learn about sewing machines including threading, bobbin-winding and placement, parts of the machine, making a buttonhole, basic stitches and operation. This class is not a prerequisite for all sewing classes, but a great course for those interested in learning how to sew. Bring your machine to class or use one of ours. Supply fee of $15 is payable at the workshop.
DFVD 1--3 hour lesson--$66 Location Day Time Code Begin $
LeeREC Sa 9am E49.657Y 3/11 DFVD OakMarREC Sa 9am E49.OUG2 2/18 DFVD Wkfld/Moore Sa 10am E49.Q2S1 3/4 DFVD
