Now Registering for Fall 2021!
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.
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LIST OF CLASSES FOR CHILDREN
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Traditional Drawing Lessons
Traditional Painting Lessons
Art Explorers
Constructivist Sculpture From Common Materials
Photography Basics For Kids
Photography Basics For Teens
Clay For Kids
Violin, Viola, and Cello Lessons
(we are seeking a piano instructor)
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Some adult classes are open to children with certain restrictions; see detailed class listings in printable schedule.
LIST OF CLASSES FOR ADULTS & TEENS
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ANCESTRAL SKILLS
Traditional Hide Tanning

BLACKSMITHING
Beginner Blacksmithing
Blacksmithing Next Level

CLAY
Beginner Pottery Wheel- Adults

DRAWING 
Flora And Fauna
Traditional Drawing

GLASS
Weekend Fused Jewelry Pendants  
Molten Magic: The Art Of Fusing Glass   
Basic Mosaic Panel Construction
Stained Glass Panel Lampshades
Weekend Beveled Glass Traditional Construction
Weekend Beginning Stained Glass 
Glass Open Studio Sessions

GRAPHICS & MIXED MEDIA
Surreal Architecture: Interior/Exterior Design
Printmaking I: Linoleum Block
Make A Sketchbook
The Wondrous Wunderkammer: Create A 2-D Cabinet of Curiosity
 
JEWELRY
Beginner Silver Jewelry Making with PMC
Intermediate Jewelry Making with PMC
Beginner Hand-Stamped Jewelry
Weekend Fused Jewelry Pendants 

MUSIC
Violin, Viola, and Cello Lessons
(we are seeking a piano instructor)

NEEDLE & FIBER ARTS
Beginner Knitting
Beginner Crochet

PAINTING
Paint A Barn Quilt
Welcome To Watercolor
Intro To Encaustic Painting (Beeswax)
Traditional Painting
Paint Like An Impressionist

PHOTOGRAPHY
Understanding Your Digital Camera
Getting Started With iPhone Photography
Photographing Your Art For Competitions
Photography Basics For Teens
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WOODWORKING
Introduction To Cnc- Mailbox Hanging House Number
Woodturning: Candlesticks
Wooden Leaf Ornaments
Twig Pot Turning
Turned Segmented Wooden Ornaments
Beginner Woodturning Projects
Open Woodshop For Experienced Woodworkers
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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.
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.