Van Gogh, Manet, and Matisse: The Art of the Flower

This exhibition is the first major American exhibition to consider the French floral still life across the 19th century. Developed from the strong partnerships fostered by the French Regional American Museum Exchange (FRAME), the exhibition is organized by Mitchell Merling, Paul Mellon Curator and head of the Department of European Art at the Virginia Museum […]

Saturday Studio at VMFA

Using portraits in the galleries and even selfies from your cell phone, illustrate faces and figures onto shrinkable plastic. Turn your completed works into wearable art, accessories, or even home décor! Learn new techniques with a new medium in this innovative workshop.

The Egyptian Painer

Paint like an Egyptian in this special portraiture lesson, and then hear fascinating tales of this ancient civilization. Recommended for kids 5 to 8.

What’s the Point? -VMFA

Become proficient at drawing one-point perspective and other techniques that will make your flat image appear 3D. This is a 3-session program for ages 9 to 12 continuing on January 22, and 29.

After School Art

Ages 5 – 8 Thursdays, 4:15 – 6 pm MWV Art Education Center $20 (VMFA members $18) per class Enrollment limit: 18 Let your imagination soar in the studio as you make original works of art inspired by objects in the museum. Sign up for one or more of these fun and creative workshops led by Lori Valente Coffey.

Family Art Night: Gingerbread Houses

Friday marks the start of winter break for most area schools, so why not kick things off with something special? And should you need to–shall we say?–“decompress” when it’s all said and done, Best Cafe has a lovely adult beverage selection.

Animation in a Day

Each of these innovative workshops focuses on a unique art movement, culture, and medium associated with the VMFA collection.

Face to Face-VMFA

Students age 5 to 8 are introduced to new art topics and make original works of art. Register: 804-340-1405.

Anthony & Cleopatra-Bootleg Style!

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After School Art

Ages 5 – 8 Thursdays, 4:15 – 6 pm MWV Art Education Center $20 (VMFA members $18) per class Enrollment limit: 18 Let your imagination soar in the studio as you make original works of art inspired by objects in the museum. Sign up for one or more of these fun and creative workshops led by Lori Valente Coffey.