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Discover a wide range of art classes in Washington, D.C. that will inspire your creativity and teach you new skills. From painting and drawing to ceramics and photography, these classes offer hands-on instruction and the opportunity to unleash your artistic potential.

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Dupont Studio Night | Georgia O’Keeffe

ArtsClub @ 1506 19th St NW, Washington, DC

Discover the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe as you create stunning autumnal flower paintings in her signature style. Immerse yourself in her journey from the Midwest to New Mexico and unleash your creativity in this inspiring studio night at ArtsClub. All art materials and an art history lesson are included.

(26) Beginner 21 and older
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Master Class: The Life in a Still Life

Washington Studio School @ 2129 S St NW, Washington, DC

Don’t miss this exciting workshop with master contemporary still life painter Erin Raedeke as she breaks open the world of what still life can be for students. Participants will examine what has been handed down over centuries in the realm of still life and learn to challenge that by pushing parameters and questioning assumptions. Once we are open enough to strip away those assumptions, all kinds of possibilities open up and surprising things can...

All levels 18 and older
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$225
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Introduction to Oil Painting

Plaza Artist Materials & Picture Framing @ 1776 E Jefferson St, Rockville, MD

Learn the basics of oil painting materials and techniques. Explore the fundamentals of light, shade, and color composition. Paint a study from your own favorite reference photos or drawings. Experience the many possibilities of this exciting medium. It may be the beginning of a lifelong passion. All supplies provided.

(8) Beginner 18 and older
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How to Paint Atmospheric Effects with Watercolors

Plaza Artist Materials & Picture Framing @ 1776 E Jefferson St, Rockville, MD

In this workshop, you will learn how to paint different weather conditions such as storms, rain, fog, and snow using watercolors. Learn by hands-on practice under the guidance of the lead teacher of the WMAS. All supplies provided.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Bird Painting for the Watercolorist

Plaza Artist Materials & Picture Framing @ 1776 E Jefferson St, Rockville, MD

How to make your bird pictures not only anatomically correct but “alive”, by seeing the individual “models’” physical structures, and color patterns, in terms of both form and function. Learn all this through guided practice, with the instructor’s help.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Intermediate/Advanced Wheel

Alexandria Clay Cooperative @ 2389 S. Dove St, Alexandria, VA

This 8-week class open to students who have mastered the basics, and it will concentrate on more advanced techniques such as altered forms and surface texture. Students will also learn more advanced glazing techniques.  Classes are informal and kept small (8 students max) to allow instructors to provide each student with individual attention as needed. Each class is 3 hours long, and extra studio time for practicing and making additional pieces...

Intermediate 18 and older
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$220

8 sessions

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Basic Drawing (Adult)

The Art League @ 105 North Union St, Alexandria, VA

This adult class provides first-time/beginning students with a solid foundation in drawing. Working with pencil and charcoal, students learn to use line, value, gesture, and perspective. Students also learn to develop the ability to see as artists. The class works with a variety of subjects including still life, landscape and occasionally figure. Students often repeat this course to refine their control of the medium. Any model fees are extra....

Beginner 18 and older
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$110
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Open-Life Drawing Sessions

The Art League @ 105 North Union St, Alexandria, VA

This monitored open studio is for participants of all levels who want to work from the model using their own media. Sessions require a minimum enrollment, thus registrations is encouraged over drop-in, $20/drop in. Drop-in is for currently enrolled students and Art League members only. two consecutive sessions run each term. Students may bring their own supplies/media they prefer to work in.  

All levels 18 and older
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Family Painting Fun

VisArts at Rockville @ 36 Maryland Avenue , Washington, DC

What to do with your kids over Christmas break? Create a masterpiece of course! We provide a blank 16 x 20 canvas, acrylic paint, brushes, easel and aprons. Staff is available to provide inspiration and encouragement but this is not an instructional session.  This is the perfect activity for families, but absolutely no children in strollers or under the age of 5.

All levels 6 and older
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Pure Pastel (Zaremba)

Yellow Barn Studio @ 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Washington, DC

For beginning and intermediate artists - Pastel is color in its purest form. Through demos, short lectures and individual encouragement, discover the versatility of this medium and how its immediacy can help develop your understanding of color and composition. Still life and 19th century Impressionist landscape traditions provide inspiration. Weather permitting; some sessions may take place outdoors.

All levels 14 and older
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$270

9 sessions

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Couples Ring Making Workshop

Wear Ever Jewelry Studio School @ 1112 King St, Alexandria, VA

Come experience the joy of creating one-of-a-kind rings together in a professional jewelry studio. Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn to texture, bend, hammer, and solder silver to craft a unique symbol of your love. All levels are welcome, so don't miss this unforgettable opportunity for couples!

(11) All levels 16 and older
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$195
for 2 students
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Handbuilding: Basic Through Advanced

Glen Echo Pottery @ 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD

Instruction in pinch, coil, and slab construction techniques, plus surface decoration, glazing, and firing at cone 10 reduction. Individual guidance for all levels of experience; special attention to newcomers.  Experienced potters can pursue independent projects with guidance of instructor.   Students may only enroll in one handbuilding class per session:  either Tu/Th mornings, Wed. night, or Sat. morning or afternoon.

All levels 17 and older
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$188

6 sessions

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Gold on a Budget

Jewelryclassdc LLC @ 1502 Massachusetts Ave SE, Washington, DC

Students will learn several techniques to make their gold go as far as possible. Skills include making a gold-rimmed silver setting for a faceted stone, making a silver ring with a thin layer of gold on the outer surface, making bi-metal from scratch, making gold over silver patterned sheet, getting clean solder seams where gold meets silver, how to get a deep black on silver when oxidizing and many other tips and tricks. This is the second teaching...

(13) Intermediate 14 and older
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$425

2 sessions

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Real Estate and Architectural Photography

Capital Photography Center @ Glen Meadow Rd, Centreville, VA

Good pictures sell houses and condominiums via the web, or in brochures and publications. This class, designed for people wishing to photograph their own homes or real estate agents shooting listed properties, is taught by professional architectural photographer, E. David Luria, and will take place in a private home, providing hands-on training in exterior and interior architectural photography. Any camera will do, but for...

(10) All levels 16 and older
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Family and Children Photography

Capital Photography Center @ Online, Washington, DC

Photographing families and children can be both meaningful and artistically rewarding as well as financially beneficial. Family portraiture is a beautiful way to celebrate the gift of togetherness, strengthen relational bonds, build self-esteem in children, and document the family unit.  Whether photographing children for the family album or creating timeless portraits for future generations to enjoy, this class will help you build the skills...

(10) All levels 16 and older
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Shooting Classic Cars

Capital Photography Center

VROOM! VROOM! The streets of Chesapeake City, Maryland will be overflowing with collectible vehicles, street rods, woodies, trucks and more for their annual car show. Stroll around this picturesque town on the C & D Canal and learn the art of car show photography with Kim Kelly. Over 500 cars will be on display throughout the town; providing endless opportunities to capture these colorful, shiny and beautifully maintained vehicles. Teaching...

(10) All levels 16 and older
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Orchids and Artwork on Display at the National Portrait Gallery

Washington Photo Safari @ 5114 Ritchie Rd #644, Bealeton, VA , USA, Bealeton, VA

Join us for an enriching experience that combines photography skills with artistic expression in a renowned cultural setting. Discover the art of visual storytelling at its finest.

(7) All levels 16 and older
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$119
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Fieldwork - Late Afternoon On The Mall

Capital Photography Center @ 1501 Maine Ave SW, Washington, DC

Fieldwork Photo Basics - Late Afternoon On The Mall This class is designed for those who have taken any of the Photography Basics classes and want the opportunity to work in the field to reinforce the material covered in the classroom. We’ve encouraged you to leave the Auto settings behind and to shoot in the Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority or Manual modes so now it’s time for some hands-on. We begin near the Jefferson and will make our...

(10) Intermediate 16 and older
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Holiday Photos Around the U.S. Capitol

Capital Photography Center @ 100 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC

Join Corey Hilz at this special holiday themed photo walk to photograph the Capitol Christmas tree and the area around the Capitol building in the late afternoon light, at twilight, and into the night. We’ll begin photographing at the reflecting pool and Capitol with the beautiful afternoon light. This will be the perfect time to photograph the iconic view of the Capitol and the Reflecting Pool during the golden hour thru the blue hour. Moving...

(10) Intermediate 16 and older
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Bracelet Making: Washers & Wires (Live Online)

Wear Ever Jewelry Studio School @ Online Classroom

Make an adjustable charm bracelet with tools & materials commonly found at the hardware store in this live streaming workshop. You will need: Internet connection 16-18g copper wire (picture hanging, hobby) Straight-walled cylinder 2.5-3.25 inch diam. (soda can, spice jar) Long nose pliers (small tip, rounded outside jaw) 3/16 inch diam. rod (small screwdriver, meat thermometer) Light weight wire cutters Marker (Sharpie) Ruler Washers...

(11) All levels 16 and older
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