ONSITE: Family Studio: Abstract Paintings Inspired by Alma Thomas

ONSITE: Family Studio: Abstract Paintings Inspired by Alma Thomas

Family Studio | This class is completed

1812 West Main Street Richmond, VA 23220 United States

Drawing North

Family

1/28/2023 (one day)

10:00 AM-11:30 AM EDT on Sat

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$8.00

$7.20

$2.00

Come and make art side by side as a family. Families will explore a new medium each week and create a beautiful project together. learn about this incredible abstract painter and create a work of art in a similar style to take home. We will be using construction paper, glue and paint to create a fun image using Alma’s wonderfully unique techniques!

  • Please note that we have made change to family studio registration: Each person must individually register. Registered children must have be accompanied by a registered adult. This program is best suited for families with children aged 3 to 8, however, all family members are welcome. All materials and equipment are provided. Artmaking activities will involve some messiness; please wear appropriate clothing.

    Due to a set of stairs, this classroom is not wheelchair accessible.

    Families need to sign up before 4pm the day before class. Confirmations/cancellations will be made by 5pm on the day before. Please sign up as early as possible.

    This is an ONSITE course. Students are expected to adhere to our COVID-19 policies. For more info please visit visarts.org. 
Orr, Christine

Christine Orr b.1993 (she/her) is an interdisciplinary artist based in Richmond, Virginia. Working in clay, fiber, paper-making and poetry, her practice critically navigates how humans have co-evolved with objects. Orr investigates material culture’s role in our understanding of domestic and utilitarian items. This research connects objects and what they are made from as well as their metaphorical and symbolic potential. Orr received her Bachelor of Fine Arts from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in 2015. She completed her Master of Fine Arts from Virginia Commonwealth University in the Craft/Material Studies Department in 2021.