Now Registering for Spring 2022!
​Serving the Alleghany Highlands of Virginia and beyond, Clifton Forge School of the Arts offers opportunities for learning and training in the fine and applied arts to people of all ages and abilities. Located in the heart of historic downtown Clifton Forge, the School of the Arts encourages creativity and promotes economic development through a two-fold program that is both recreational and vocational, providing cultural enrichment in our region and beyond.​
​Inclement weather policy: We follow the cancellation decisions of Alleghany County Public Schools for inclement weather. Call or email us if you have questions or concerns. 
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COVID-19 Protocols: We care about everyone's health and safety and require masks to be worn inside our building, regardless of vaccination status. Be well!

CHILDREN's CLasses & CLUBS

M.A.G.I.C. DRAWING CLUB

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M.A.G.I.C. DRAWING CLUB
(MANGA, ANIME, GRAPHICS, ILLUSTRATIONS, COMICS)
LED BY:  SAVANNAH BELL AND BAILEY TAYLOR
TUITION: Free, but must pre-register
AGES: 8 and up
Thursdays, 4:30-6:00 pm

Join us for our new after-school drawing club for kids and teens into manga, anime, comics and other types of graphics and illustration.  Scheduled for every Thursday in March, April, and May.

In this club format, there is no formal instruction, but club leaders will provide guidance and inspiration.  Basic materials will be provided or you can bring your favorite pen and sketchbook. Free to attend, but let us know you’re coming! RSVP by registering online or by email (cfsota@lumos.net) or phone (540-862-7275).

CP-100: TRADITIONAL PAINTING LESSONS FOR CHILDREN

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CT-100: CLAY FOR KIDS

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CB-100: TRADITIONAL DRAWING LESSONS FOR CHILDREN

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The following classes are available for custom scheduling to fit your calendar; contact the School to set a date.
Clay For Kids
will schedule for 4-5 students
age 7 and up
Drawing or Painting Lessons
will schedule for 2 students​
Guitar or Mandolin Lessons
age 8 and up​
Piano Lessons
age 7 and up
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Violin, Viola, or Cello Lessons
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​Adult classes open to children with certain restrictions: (register below) Beginner Blacksmithing, Fused Glass Sun Catchers, Mosaic Garden Stepping Stones, Beginner Knitting or Crochet, Beginner Woodturning Projects, and Introduction To CNC.
CLASSES FOR ADULTS & TEENS
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M-201: INTERMEDIATE BLACKSMITHING PROJECT- TOMAHAWK

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R-401: WOODWORKING OPEN STUDIO (FOR EXPERIENCED WOODWORKERS)

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G-700: GLASS OPEN STUDIO SESSIONS

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Classes available by appointment or custom-scheduled for your group: Beginner Blacksmithing, Intermediate Blacksmithing, Traditional Drawing & Painting Lessons, Paint Like an Impressionist, Welcome to Watercolor, Jewelry Making Using Silver PMC, Getting Started with Smartphone Photography, Woodworking Classes (Candlesticks, Twig Pots, Ornaments, various other projects), Music Lessons (cello, guitar, mandolin, piano, violin), Knitting & Crochet

REGISTRATION POLICY

REGISTER EARLY as classes are filled by 1st PAID and all have limited spaces available.

TUITION:  must be paid in full at time of registration and must be at least 3 business days prior to class start.
Please note: some classes require registration more notice as indicated in class description.
MATERIALS FEES are to be paid to the instructor or to the School, by check or cash, at the 1st class session.

PAYMENT METHODS:
ONLINE: Credit cards
IN PERSON: Cash/check/credit card.
Office is open Tuesday-Thursday 10:00 am-6:00 pm, Friday and Saturday 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Closed Sunday and Monday.
BY MAIL: Call (540) 862-7275 to Reserve and mail check ASAP to PO Box 406, Clifton Forge, VA 24422. 
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CANCELLATIONS:
Fees are fully refunded if notice is given to the School more than 3 business days in advance of the start of the first meeting of class. Unexpected circumstances may also cause a delay or cancellation of a class. ​The School will take reasonable measures to contact each student and class will be rescheduled or fees refunded.  

​INCLEMENT WEATHER  - SCHOOL CLOSINGS:  WE FOLLOW THE CANCELLATION DECISION OF ALLEGHANY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOR INCLEMENT WEATHER &  ​CLOSINGS. FIND UPDATES ON THEIR WEBSITE OR FACEBOOK PAGE. 

There's a lot to see & do in the Alleghany Highlands when taking a class! Here are some PLACES TO STAY and AREA INFO

CUSTOMIZED CLASSES AVAILABLE at
Clifton Forge School of the Arts

We offer a wide variety for all ages and interests. Classes may be single or multi-sessions, while workshops may be a day, or part of several days. The School has well developed studios for Blacksmithing, Glass, Painting, Pottery, Sculpture, Woodworking, and several sunlit classrooms. We love creating art experiences tailored to the individual needs of organizations, families, homeschoolers and tourists based on your interests. Some of our recent customized courses have included: drawing course modeled after Lewis and Clark's documentation of the natural world for a Scout troop; summer Scout badge projects; public school art education hours; family art classes for Douthat State Park vacationers; and Paint 'n Pour classes for work, friends, and special interest groups.