Visual Art Classes

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Visual Art Classes

Ages 4  – Adult

Spring 2023 Registration is closed.
Fall 2023 Registration will be available in August.

Summer Arts at Mason is currently open for registration.

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Be creative and explore drawing, oil painting, character design, and more in a supportive environment in Fairfax, VA. Students will learn theories and techniques in a mix of hands-on activities, self-paced learning assignments, individual or group creative projects, and one-on-one coaching. All classes can be taken multiple times so students can enjoy creating art in different forms, with a wide variety of materials, and continue improving their skills.


Spring 2023

Art Adventures
Ages 4–7

Saturdays, 10:00 – 11:30 am
February 25 – April 29, 2023 (8 weeks)

Art Foundations
Ages 8–11

Saturdays, 10:00 – 11:30 am
February 25 – April 29, 2023 (8 weeks)

Art Explorations
Ages 12–18

Saturdays, 10:00 – 11:30 am
February 25 – April 29, 2023 (8 weeks)

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Choose Your Character: Concept Design Studio
Ages 12-18

Saturdays 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
February 25 – April 22, 2023 (7 weeks)

Foundations of Drawing Faces & Figures 
Ages 16+

Saturdays 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
February 25 – April 29, 2023 (8 weeks)

Oil Painting for Adults
Ages 16+

Saturdays, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
February 25 – April 29, 2023 (8 weeks)


COVID Safety Guidelines
Mason Community Arts Academy follows all safety protocols required by George Mason University. Visit our COVID Safety Guidelines for more information.

The Academy will be closed for Spring Break from Monday, April 3rd to Saturday, April 8.

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