# Event Details - **Event Name**: Animal Pastels Class for Kids - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu, 05 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm - **Event Description**: CLASSICAL DRAWING I with Michela Mansuino at The Arts of Great Falls Youth Class Ages 8-12 | Saturdays Jan 17- Mar 7 |About this EventANIMAL PASTELS with Mariah SotelinoYouth Class for Ages 8-13 | Thursdays Jan 29-Mar 5 | 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Art supplies provided and included in tuition.https://bit.ly/AnimalPastelsW26Create colorful animal portraits in pastel! Learning to draw animals using this gloriously colorful, texture-rich medium is incredibly satisfying. Mariah guides young artists step-by-step through creating realistic animal portraits using the grid method.Each class begins with warm-ups to build strong drawing skills, followed by two demonstrations working from animal photo references. Students improve their observational abilities, color choices, perspective, and value scale understanding while working at their own pace with personalized feedback from Mariah.INSTRUCTOR BIO: Mariah is a naturalist, educator, and illustrator with a master's in Illustration from Maryland Institute College of Art. A member of The Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, The Guild of Natural Science Illustrators, and The Society of Illustrators, she's passionate about the intersection of science and art. With a nurturing personality and contagious smile, Mariah motivates young artists to find their own voice and build their artistic toolbox.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:Block in shapes using the envelope method (still life) and grid method (photo reference)Check proportion, angles, and spatial relationships to achieve realistic linesMaster 1-point, 2-point, and 3-point perspective to create 3D illusion on paperApply the value scale to everyday objects for consistent, believable lightingCreate aesthetically beautiful compositions using the golden ratio and rule of threesCLASS DATES: Thursdays, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5. Makeup date, if needed on 3/12.Photo credit: "Leopard" by Mariah P. Sotelino, 2025" https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/96aa6460-d6d6-11f0-9b22-c5969cdb3f26-rimg-w740-h740-dcd7d4ce-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/great-falls/animal-pastels-class-for-kids/100001977663704377 - **Event Categories**: art, kids, workshops, fine-arts, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 428.67, max: 428.67, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Great Falls - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: The Arts of Great Falls - **lat**: 38.9972106 - **long**: -77.2896523 - **full address**: The Arts of Great Falls, 756 Walker Road, Great Falls, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Animal Pastels Class for Kids - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/00476d4ef0f7694d014d413c6ffac408bb10f4e758a9ca531ce3ca58fde3cfbd-rimg-w1080-h1080-dcd2d2ca-gmir.jpg?v=1765487820 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Animal Pastels Class for Kids being held? - **A:** Animal Pastels Class for Kids takes place on Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Thu, 05 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm at The Arts of Great Falls, 756 Walker Road, Great Falls, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Animal Pastels Class for Kids? - **A:** Tickets for Animal Pastels Class for Kids are priced at USD 429 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityClass RegistrationUSD 429 + USD 29 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Animal Pastels Class for Kids? - **A:** Animal Pastels Class for Kids is organized by The Arts of Great Falls. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Animal Pastels Class for Kids is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Great Falls, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Located in the heart of Great Falls in the Village Centre, our popular art school attracts students from across the DC metro area. We offer adult fine art classes from beginners to professional artists and provide gallery space for local artists to exhibit. 12 artist rent affordable studio space at The Arts of Great Falls Atelier and Loft studios. Throughout the year, we host community arts events, including 1st Friday ArtWalk, Paint Great Falls Annual Plein Air competition, and weekly open studio hours.Supporting an artful community is our mission.Please visit ourwebsitefor the latest news!" } ] } ] ```