Design + Mixed Media

May Intensive

Summer Intensive Evening Class

[55] Splendorous Tie-Dye NEW!
Julia Pfaff
Mon – Thu, 7 – 10 pm, Jun 4 – 7 (4 sessions)
Studio School, 2nd floor
$140 (VMFA members $120) | Enrollment limit: 8

Inspired by the exhibition Maharaja: The Splendors of India’s Great Kings, this intensive four-session class explores the rich history and varied techniques of tie-dye. India, along with Japan and many West African countries, have long histories of dyeing and patterning cotton fabric. A brief survey will introduce the class to examples of these fabrics before teaching the basics of immersion dyeing and a multitude of various tying, stitching, and folding techniques. Expect to come home with unique and beautiful handmade fabrics. A materials fee of $30 (payable to the instructor) covers three yards of cotton fabric, two silk scarves, dyes, and chemicals. Other fabrics and scarves available for purchase from the instructor. 

Summer Workshops

[56] Introduction to Stained Glass
Jude Schlotzhauer
Sat & Sun, 10 am–4:30 pm, Jun 16 & 17 (2 sessions)
Studio School, 2nd floor
$170 (VMFA members $155)  |  Enrollment limit: 8

Learn the basics of stained glass and create a small window panel in a choice of patterns. Techniques covered in the workshop include pattern making, glass cutting, copper foiling, soldering, and construction. All materials included.


[57] Interior Design: Staging for Selling a Home
Sally Brown
Sat, 10 am – 4 pm, Jul 7 (1 session)
Studio School, 2nd floor Conference Room
$85 (VMFA members $70)  |  Enrollment limit: 10

In this workshop, a professional interior designer provides tips and tricks for showing a home to its best advantage. Explore how color, furniture arrangement, window treatments, and accessories can influence the way a space is perceived.


[58] Printing Textiles with Indian Block Prints* NEW!
Mary Swezey
Sat, 10 am – 4 pm, Jun 16 (1 session)
Studio School, 1st floor
$85 (VMFA members $70)  |  Enrollment limit: 8

Discover the history of block prints in India, while learning about fabric pigment and textile printing. Then use intricately carved Indian wooden blocks to print two cotton tea towels. Designed for all levels of experience. Complements VMFA’s exhibition Maharaja: The Splendors of India’s Great Kings. A $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.


[59] Paper Bead Jewelry NEW!
Aijung Kim
Sat, 10 am – 4 pm,  Jul 7 (1 session)
Studio School, 1st floor
$95 (VMFA members $80)  |  Enrollment limit: 10

This workshop teaches you to create fun and funky jewelry from decorative and recycled papers, such as magazines, newspapers, and wallpaper. Simply cut paper into strips and roll it into beads or experiment with some simple techniques for origami jewelry. Using yarn, thread, beads, and vintage buttons, students assemble their creations into necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. Tools and materials for simple beading provided. If you want to get fancy, bring your own findings, accent beads, and wire.