2023 Classes & Workshops
To register for a class please call The Prizery at 434-572-8339 or have us email you a brochure. Registration form and payment will reserve your space.
A limited number of partial scholarships are available based on financial need. Use the scholarship application here.
Fur and Feathers
Dates: Saturdays from September 30 – November 18 from 10:00 – 11:00 am
Ages 7-9
$75 per person
This group of budding artists will choose different birds and other animals to draw with scenery. In this class, students will focus on item placement on the paper and color blending. (Class uses Non-toxic Acrylic Paint.)
Real, But Not Really
Dates: Saturdays from September 30 – November 18 from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Ages 10-12
$75 per person
In the Real, But Not Really class, our young artists will stroll through historical & local artists’ work to spark limitless imagination. Students will then start their own individual and group artwork. (Class uses Pencil and non-toxic Acrylic Paint.)
Brush Strokes of Joy Family Fun: Spooky Cat
Date: Sunday, October 1 at 3:00 pm
$20 ages 18+, $15 ages 5-12, 20% discount on parties of 4 or more.
Instructors: Jennifer Johnson Brown and Emily Smith
Come as a family and enjoy an afternoon of Spooky Treats and Pumpkin Juice as we paint together a black cat sitting on a fence in the moonlight.
12 Shades of Grey We Glow Through
Dates: October 1, 8, 15 and 22 from 2:00 – 5:00 pm
Ages 16 – adult
$150 per person
Instructor: Danielle Lucas
Includes in class use of paints and brushes. During the first two sessions participants will receive one white primed canvas 18” x 20” to use for exploring monochromatic color. During the second two sessions participants will receive a 16” x 20” black primed canvas to use for experimenting with glow mediums.
Beginning Acting
Dates: Tuesdays October 3, 10, 17, 24, November 7, 14 from 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Ages 7-12
$60 per person
Whether you are brand new to the theatre or have a few shows under your belt, this class will offer you the chance to learn important stage terminology, work on monologues or scenes, learn audition techniques, and much more!
Acting for Adults
Dates: Tuesdays October 3, 10, 17, 24, November 7, 14 from 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Ages 14-adult
$60 per person
Improve your skills as you work on character development, using your voice and body to make your character cone to life, audition tips, researching for a role, and more. No experience necessary.
Seeing With Your Hands: Observational Still Life Drawing
Dates: Wednesdays October 4, 11, 18 and 25 from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Ages 16 – adult
$100 per person
Instructors: Sam Knapp and Christina Knapp
Class will explore different techniques to improve observational drawing skills as well as discussing other drawing concepts such as composition, intent, etc. Different drawing media and styles will be used with elaborate still-life installations. Class goals will place a strong emphasis on process over final productions.
Let’s Get Together
Dates: Tuesday, October 10 starting at 6:00 pm
Ages 6-11
$10 ages 18+, $7 ages 4-12, Free ages 3 and under, 20% discount for parties of 4 or more.
Instructors: Jennifer Johnson Brown and Emily Smith
Bring your family and come make some fun family friendly falls crafts to decorate your home or yard.
Brush Strokes of FRIGHT! Paint & Sip: Your Every Nightmare
Dates: Friday, October 13 at 7:00 pm
Ages 21+ $40 Individual, $65 couples.
Instructors: Jennifer Johnson Brown and Emily Smith
Don’t let IT scare you, come and enjoy some Dangerous Delights and Fine Wine as we paint Stephen King’s IT.
ABA Drawing Series #3 – Drawing with Pen and Ink
Date: Saturday, October 14 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Ages 15 and up. (Special permission required for younger students)
$25 per person
Instructor: Margaret Covington
Learn the secrets of drawing simple objects and make them your own with pen and ink. Participants need to bring their own simple and small objects to draw, and a set of black fine line pens. You will have the option to finish your masterpiece with colored pencils. Examples will be provided.
Music Looks Like This…..
Dates:
Thursday, October 19 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm
OR
Monday, November 6 from 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Ages 13 – adult
$40 per person
Students will pair charcoal with lyric-free music (various genres) to create a series of charcoal and pencil works.
How does contemporary country music inspire art? What about jazz, orchestral, pop…we will find out together!
Create a Pumpkin
Date: October 21 from 1:00- 3:00 pm
Ages 7-12
$25 per person
Instructors: Tracey Teagan and Margaret Covington
Students will use different art materials to create a pumpkin.
Brush Strokes of Joy Family: Jack Skellington Sandy Claws
Dates: Sunday, November 5, at 3pm
$20 ages 18+, $15 ages 5-12, 20% discount on parties of 4 or more.
Instructors: Jennifer Johnson Brown and Emily Smith
Come as a family and enjoy an afternoon of Holiday Treats and Hot Chocolate as we paint together The Nightmare Before Christmas’s Pumpkin King as Sandy Claws.
Let’s Get Together
Dates: Tuesday, November 14 starting at 6:00 pm
Ages 6-11
$10 ages 18+, $7 ages 4-12, Free ages 3 and under, 20% discount for parties of 4 or more.
Instructors: Jennifer Johnson Brown and Emily Smith
Bring your family and come make some fun family friendly falls crafts to decorate your home or yard.
Brush Strokes of Joy Paint & Sip: Winter Candle in Snow
Date: Saturday, November 18 at 7:00 pm
Ages 21+ $40 Individual, $65 couples.
Instructors: Jennifer Johnson Brown and Emily Smith
Sit back, and sip and relax while we paint together a beautiful Winter Candle in the magical snow.
Private Lessons
Voice Lessons
Instructor: Joshua Jannotta
Email: josh@prizery.com to set a class time.
Ages 12-adult
If you have someone younger than 12 interested in voice lessons, please call the Prizery for more information.
Learn vocal technique, correct breathing, posture, and other things necessary to become a better singer. You can choose the style you are most interested in. Pop, religious, musical theatre, classical, competition or audition prep, or just for fun.
30 min. lessons once a week – $80/month
60 min. lessons once a week – $125/month