Mason Community Arts Academy

Visual Art Classes

two girls working on their water color paintings
a child working on a water color painting.
male painting student working on his artwork
paper machete objects and animals

Art Classes for Ages Four to Adults

Overview

Be creative and explore drawing, oil painting, character design, and more in a supportive environment at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia. 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.

Fall 2026

Art Adventures

Ages 4–7

Saturdays 10–11:30 a.m.

September 26–November 14, 2026

Art Foundations

Ages 8–11

Saturdays, 10–11:30 a.m.

September 26–November 14, 2026

Art Explorations

Ages 12–18

Saturdays 10–11:30 a.m.

September 26–November 14, 2026

Digital Illustration: Character Creation Studio

Ages 12–18

Saturdays 10–11:30 a.m.

September 26–November 14, 2026

Intro to Oil Painting for Adults

Ages 18+

Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.–noon

September 26–November 14, 2026

Foundations of Drawing: Faces and Figures

Ages 18+

Saturdays, 10 a.m.–noon

September 26–November 14, 2026