Art Factory Play Cafe & Party Place

Art Factory Play Cafe & Party Place Coffee shop, indoor play space, art studio for adults and kids, and party space. We offer programs fo Spend your days off from school in one of our Art Camps!
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The Art Factory is a locally owned business that enjoys being involved in the community through different events and supporting the PTA of surrounding schools. Located in the heart of Brandermill Market Square, we are here to offer you a creative location where you and your kids can become artists again! Having recently moved around the corner into a much larger space, we are able to offer even mo

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We've expanded our coffee shop brewing local Guide Roasting Company coffee, variety of tea, specialty drinks, pastries, and more. Indoor Play Space where littles can play, slide and explore in a safe environment. Check our calendar for Open Play Hours in addition to Private Playdate & Birthday rentals. Stop in to create and take in our Open Studio - choose from one of our many projects and make it your own! We continue to host Birthday Parties for all ages and have added new party packages, including a play space option! Join us for an art workshop, ladies night out event, creative canvas class or host your next special event at our location. Spring, Summer & Winter Break camps available in addition to single day camps when school is closed. We are happy to host birthday parties for all ages, baby showers, corporate events, holiday parties, team building. We have several party packages and workshops for you to choose from, but please don't feel limited by the provided selection - the sky is the limit! Have an idea in mind? Let us know! We love hearing from you! Email us at: [email protected] or call: 804-716-5219

🎨✨ Paint Mini Masterpieces – Weekly Art Class! 🖌️🎁Discover the joy of creating small, charming works of art.In this fun ...
01/13/2025

🎨✨ Paint Mini Masterpieces – Weekly Art Class! 🖌️🎁

Discover the joy of creating small, charming works of art.

In this fun and relaxing weekly class, you’ll learn to paint mini masterpieces with seasonal themes and techniques. From cozy winter landscapes to vibrant abstract designs, these tiny treasures fit right in the palm of your hand!

🌟 Perfect For:
✅ Beginners ready to explore their creative side
✅ Experienced artists looking for something new
✅ Anyone who loves tiny, meaningful creations!

🎨 Upcoming Class:
🗓️ January 16th
❄️ Winter Wonderland Landscape – Paint a magical winter scene to brighten your season!

🎟️ Reserve Your Spot: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/4v8dFbSb

Create something small, meaningful, and magical. We can’t wait to see you there!

Have you ever wished you knew how to face paint? Now’s your chance! Join us at the Art Factory for a hands-on class taug...
01/13/2025

Have you ever wished you knew how to face paint? Now’s your chance! Join us at the Art Factory for a hands-on class taught by the talented Ashley Pickin, a professional face painter with over 18 years of experience! 🌟

In this class, you’ll learn:
🎨 The basics of face painting to get you started
🌈 How to use one strokes/rainbow cakes
🖌️ Techniques with stencils, sponges, and daubers
💡 Tips and tricks to create fabulous designs

🗓️ When: January 14th at 6:30pm
🎟️ Reserve Your Spot Now: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/wFvZqjxS

Perfect for beginners or anyone curious about this fun and creative skill. Let Ashley guide you as you explore the exciting world of face painting!

🎨✨ Afternoon Art Class for Homeschoolers! 🖌️📚Calling all homeschoolers ages 6 and up! Join us for a weekly art class des...
01/13/2025

🎨✨ Afternoon Art Class for Homeschoolers! 🖌️📚

Calling all homeschoolers ages 6 and up! Join us for a weekly art class designed to help you build your artistic toolkit with a rotating medium every session. Whether you're improving existing skills or exploring something new, these classes are perfect for budding artists!

🌟 Upcoming Class:
🗓️ January 15th at 12pm
🎨 Colored Pencil Winter Tree – Learn to draw and shade a beautiful winter tree while enhancing your colored pencil skills!
🎟️ Sign Up for One or All: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/ZKHhpwG3

Join us for one session or the whole series—it’s a great way to add creativity to your homeschool routine!

Whether your child is a beginner or an advanced painter, Creative Canvas offers a fun and laid-back environment where ki...
01/12/2025

Whether your child is a beginner or an advanced painter, Creative Canvas offers a fun and laid-back environment where kids can explore their creative side!

Just like our adult class, our friendly instructor will guide students step by step through the featured painting, teaching various styles and techniques along the way. 🎨 Your little artist (or you!) will leave with a masterpiece to proudly display!

Parents, you’re welcome to join in too—make it a family painting adventure!

🗓️ When: Wednesday, Jan. 15th at 6:30pm
🎟️ Reserve Your Spot: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/zH6dRZbC/v5

Create lasting memories while discovering your artistic side. Don’t miss out on this creative experience!

✨🎉 Something for Everyone: Classes This Week! 🎉✨This week is packed with fun, creativity, and learning for all ages—from...
01/12/2025

✨🎉 Something for Everyone: Classes This Week! 🎉✨

This week is packed with fun, creativity, and learning for all ages—from tiny tots to adults! Check out what’s happening:

👶 Preschoolers:
Fun-filled activities to spark creativity and imagination! Check out Mini Art Labs & Little Explorers

👦👧 Kids:
Art projects they’ll love! Check out Little Explorers, Kids Canvas, Art Methods & Cartooning.

🎨 Teens:
Take it up a notch with Face Painting 101, Drawing Discoveries, Art Methods, Cartooning, Needle Felting.

💪 Adults:
Classes for beginners and professionals alike, including Face Painting 101, Art Methods, Needle Felting, Watercolor, Tiny Paintings

There’s truly something for everyone this week—don’t miss out on the chance to create, connect, and have fun! More details and registration online - https://artfactoryva.com/calendar/

Calling all young artists! Explore your creativity in our exciting weekly drawing class, designed for kids ages 9 and up...
01/12/2025

Calling all young artists! Explore your creativity in our exciting weekly drawing class, designed for kids ages 9 and up. Each session is a new adventure with:
🎨 A different medium to explore—pencils, charcoal, pastels, and more!
🖼️ Fun subjects like animals, landscapes, portraits, and abstract designs!
📚 Essential techniques to build skills and confidence.

🌟 Upcoming Class:
🗓️ January 14th
🎨 Watercolor Pencil Landscapes – Create stunning scenery with this unique medium!

Perfect for budding artists eager to grow their talent and express themselves.

Register Online: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/kkKnMz2s

Join Ms. Kathy for a fun-filled adventure learning all about polar animals this coming Wednesday at 10:30am or Thursday ...
01/11/2025

Join Ms. Kathy for a fun-filled adventure learning all about polar animals this coming Wednesday at 10:30am or Thursday at 10:30am and 1:30pm! Perfect for our friends ages 2-5 and their caregivers.

Enjoy Storytime 📖, Sensory pretend play 🧊, Music & movement 🎶, Visual art projects 🎨 and more.

👉 Spots fill fast – sign up now! https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/KW8CGp9V

Join us once a week as we take time to practice and improve on various watercolor techniques. Our subject matter will ch...
01/11/2025

Join us once a week as we take time to practice and improve on various watercolor techniques. Our subject matter will change as we try out new skills. All levels welcome. This week, we will be painting a Winter Pine Forest.

Join us every Thursday at 11am. Register Online: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/XVWzZ9gF

The snow side is so fluffy, but driving conditions seem to be ok . Drive safe and see you soon!
01/11/2025

The snow side is so fluffy, but driving conditions seem to be ok . Drive safe and see you soon!

To ensure our team’s safety, the Art Factory will open late today as we wait for the roads to clear and assess travel co...
01/11/2025

To ensure our team’s safety, the Art Factory will open late today as we wait for the roads to clear and assess travel conditions. We’ll update you here with our opening time as soon as we know it’s safe for everyone to travel.❄️☕

Join us for an exciting Adult Art Methods session as we dive into the world of colored pencil techniques. This week, we’...
01/11/2025

Join us for an exciting Adult Art Methods session as we dive into the world of colored pencil techniques.

This week, we’ll study the majestic polar bear and bring this stunning creature to life on paper! 🐻‍❄️

Learn to:
🖌️ Create lifelike fur textures
🌑 Perfect shadowing for depth and realism

🗓️ When: Monday, Jan. 13th at 11am
🎟️ Reserve Your Spot Now: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/Rk9Bdpw4

Expand your skills, explore your creativity, and connect with fellow artists. Don’t miss out!

Calling all little artists (ages 1–5) and their grown-ups! 🖌️👶 Let your child’s creativity shine in a space where the jo...
01/10/2025

Calling all little artists (ages 1–5) and their grown-ups! 🖌️👶 Let your child’s creativity shine in a space where the journey is more important than the outcome.

Mini Art Labs is an open-ended, age-appropriate art space filled with fun and inspiring activities designed to:
🎨 Foster creativity and imagination
🤲 Build fine motor skills
💡 Encourage risk-taking and exploration

🌟 It’s all about process art—no rules, no mistakes, just endless possibilities to paint, draw, cut, sculpt, and create! We can’t wait to see what they make!

Join us every Monday at 12:30pm. Register Online: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/tPTwcq6B

Due to private events, the play space will be closed this Saturday Jan. 11. Come in to play Sunday, Jan. 12th through th...
01/10/2025

Due to private events, the play space will be closed this Saturday Jan. 11.

Come in to play Sunday, Jan. 12th through the 17th 8am-6pm. Visit the cafe and open studio too!

❄️ Who’s wishing for more snow this weekend? ❄️Whether the snowflakes fall or not, you can still bring winter magic to l...
01/10/2025

❄️ Who’s wishing for more snow this weekend? ❄️

Whether the snowflakes fall or not, you can still bring winter magic to life with us this Sunday at our Family Fun Canvas event! 🎨🐧

We’ll be painting an adorable snowy penguin that’s perfect for all ages. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and a smile!

Register Online: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/PVRrkTZM/v5

We love a good paint your pet night! So much love poured into each painting
01/09/2025

We love a good paint your pet night! So much love poured into each painting

01/09/2025

✨ We're open as usual and fully operational, unaffected by the water issues in Richmond City. Stop by and see us today! 💖

Learn the art of needle felting while creating your very own moth masterpiece! In this workshop, you'll start by cutting...
01/09/2025

Learn the art of needle felting while creating your very own moth masterpiece! In this workshop, you'll start by cutting your chosen moth design using a provided template. Then, under expert guidance, you'll use vibrant wool to needle felt intricate wing designs, adding texture and color.

Once complete, your finished creation will be mounted on a round wood slice, ready to take home and proudly display on your wall. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike, this workshop offers a relaxing and creative experience.

Join us January 15th & 16th at 6:30pm. This is a 2 day workshop for ages 13+.

Register Online: https://app.getoccasion.com/p/n/nHJCFfZ7/v5

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4810 Market Square Lane
Midlothian, VA
23112

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 6pm

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8047165219

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Whether you are looking for something fun to do or perhaps you need a gift for Mother’s Day… our open studio is available 8am-5pm with a variety of fun projects to choose from for all ages. No reservations required, bring your creativity and come on by 🎨

Spring Fest
Spring Fest

Our Spring Festival is just a week away!! Join us March 23rd from 10am-2pm. There will be 100+ local arts & crafts vendors (kids and adults), face painting, cotton candy, open studio, drinks and food from the cafe and more! Come out and support our local artisans! This events will be held in the parking lot directly in front of the Art Factory.

Summer Camp is coming...
Summer Camp is coming...

3 more days until our 2024 summer camp goes live! Get ready...

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10 days until we announce our summer camp details and registration

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