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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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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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Dupont Studio Night | Jean-Michel Basquiat

ArtsClub @ 1506 19th St NW, Washington, DC

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Jean-Michel Basquiat, the iconic artist who captivated the 1980s New York art scene. Discover the inspiration behind his mixed-media works and create your own masterpiece using paint and oil pastels on canvas. Join us for a night of artistic exploration and unleash your creativity.

(27) Beginner 21 and older
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Dupont Studio Night | Helen Frankenthaler

ArtsClub @ 1506 19th St NW, Washington, DC

Discover the innovative painting techniques of Helen Frankenthaler and create your own serene soak stain masterpieces at this exclusive studio night. Unleash your creativity as you learn about this influential American Abstract Expressionist painter and immerse yourself in a world of vibrant, liquid-like colors. All art materials and protective wear are provided.

(27) Beginner 21 and older
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Dupont Studio Night | Women of Abstract Expressionism

ArtsClub @ 1506 19th St NW, Washington, DC

Unveil the fascinating world of bold and innovative female artists who defied traditional artistic norms and redefined abstract expressionism. Elevate your understanding of abstract art through the lens of their visionary creations.

(27) All levels 18 and older
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Dupont Studio Night | Joan Mitchell

ArtsClub @ 1506 19th St NW, Washington, DC

Discover the emotional intensity and gestural brushwork of Abstract Expressionist painter Joan Mitchell in this immersive art experience. Learn about her artistic journey and create your own artwork using the same materials and techniques she used. Unleash your creativity and connect with Mitchell's expressive style.

(27) All levels 21 and older
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Dupont Studio Night | Mark Rothko

ArtsClub @ 1506 19th St NW, Washington, DC

Explore the life and art of Mark Rothko, a renowned Abstract Expressionist. Unleash your emotions through color as you create abstract masterpieces. Join us for an evening of creativity, inspiration, and wine.

(27) Beginner 21 and older
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Dupont Studio Night | Henri Matisse

ArtsClub @ 1506 19th St NW, Washington, DC

Learn about Henri Matisse & create vibrant cut-out works! Towards the end of his life, Henri Matisse created a series of colorful and vibrant works capturing the energy of falling foliage. He used a technique he called “drawing with scissors," which involved painting with gouache on paper, cutting out leaf-shaped pieces and assembling them on boards. During this event, you'll learn about Matisse’s vibrant cut-out works and create your own...

(27) Beginner 21 and older
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Dupont Studio Night | Damien Hirst

ArtsClub @ 1506 19th St NW, Washington, DC

Get ready to channel your inner Damien Hirst at this exclusive event, where you'll have the chance to create your own unique masterpieces using a custom spin painting machine and other supplies. Emulate Hirst's iconic dot and spin paintings and leave with a one-of-a-kind artwork of your own.

(27) All levels 21 and older
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Dupont Studio Night | Cy Twombly

ArtsClub @ 1506 19th St NW, Washington, DC

Unleash your inner artist and explore the expressive world of free-scribbled art with the influence of Cy Twombly at ArtsClub's upcoming studio night. Discover how to incorporate poetry, myth, and symbolism into your own unique masterpiece, while immersing yourself in the techniques of this influential artist. All art materials and a canvas will be provided for you to unleash your creativity!

(27) All levels 21 and older
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Dupont Studio Night | Washington Color School

ArtsClub @ 1506 19th St NW, Washington, DC

Unlock the vibrant legacy of Washington Color School artists through immersive studio sessions. Immerse yourself in the techniques and philosophies that defined this revolutionary movement.

(27) All levels 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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Relief Printmaking (Woodcut and Linoleum)

Stone Branch School of Art @ 1331-M Rockville Pike, Washington, DC

Printing was introduced in Germany in the 1440’s and the first herbal was printed in 1491. In this course students will create single color relief prints editions using plants as their subject. This class is open to beginners as well as students who want to expand their relief printing practice.

All levels 16 and older
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$240

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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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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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Online Painting with Annie Rousseau

Institute for Art and Living

Online Painting is a way to sustain a home painting practice with the support of a virtual community of process painters from around the world.  Join a growing community of painters who value the powerful practice of process painting as a tool for their ongoing creative development and personal growth. You'll receive personal attention from Stewart Cubley or another Painting Experience facilitator. Magic happens at a Painting Experience workshop...

All levels 13 and older
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Online Painting with Aziza Balle

Institute for Art and Living

Online Painting is a way to sustain a home painting practice with the support of a virtual community of process painters from around the world.  Join a growing community of painters who value the powerful practice of process painting as a tool for their ongoing creative development and personal growth. You'll receive personal attention from Stewart Cubley or another Painting Experience facilitator. Magic happens at a Painting Experience workshop...

All levels 13 and older
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Online Painting with Stewart Cubley

Institute for Art and Living

Online Painting is a way to sustain a home painting practice with the support of a virtual community of process painters from around the world.  Join a growing community of painters who value the powerful practice of process painting as a tool for their ongoing creative development and personal growth. You'll receive personal attention from Stewart Cubley or another Painting Experience facilitator. Magic happens at a Painting Experience workshop...

All levels 13 and older
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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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