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.
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!
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
(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). |
The following classes are available for custom scheduling to fit your calendar; contact the School to set a date.
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
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