More Art Classes in Washington, DC

Come learn how to prong set faceted stones with Daniel Valencia, he has taught hundreds of metalsmiths this technique. In this two-day workshop you will learn how to prong set faceted stones correctly and with confidence. Students will be setting faceted stones of varying sizes in sterling silver. Setting fabrication will be demonstrated. Proper tools,...

In this workshop you will learn how to solder sterling silver correctly and with confidence. Students will be soldering sterling silver utilizing tension, sweat, and pick methods. Using Oxygen/Propane little torches students will learn the proper way to protect their metal from oxidation. Students will spend the day practicing the various techniques...

Learn the ancient art of chain making with the loop-in-loop technique.  create and fuse fine silver loops without solder weave loops together to create single, double, and two-way-double loop-in-loop chain styles learn relationships between wire gauge and dowel size Includes all tools and materials (silver wire, charcoal block, tweezers,...

Both sides of the Potomac offer great photo ops but McLean, Virginia, 12 miles from the DC area, offers 3 overlooks of a lovely waterfall and the Maryland side only offers one overhang. Shutter Speed Priority lessons are part of your instructor’s lesson plan, rendering various sensibilities such as the velvety flow from a slow shutter speed as well...

Create a colorful enameled ring custom fit to your size. In this workshop, you will texture and patina metal, cut copper circles, form metal with dapping tools, and kiln-fire opaque or transparent enamels. Assemble this ring with cold connections and minimal soldering. Experiment with a multitude of colors and textures for endless variations. ...

Create a colorful enamel pendant by firing enamel onto copper. Learn how to drill a hole (for wearing), clean the metal, apply enamel by sifting, and kiln fire.  Go home with a finished pendant in just three hours! Preparations: Be in close-toed shoes. Tie back long hair.

When people think of Georgetown most often they think of the shopping, restaurants, and nightlife of M Street and the lower end of Wisconsin Avenue but Georgetown is much more than that. The C&O Canal starts in Georgetown and just a couple of blocks north of M Street there are treelined streets just waiting to be explored. Join your Digital Photo...

Come experience the art of painting with hot wax! This fun workshop is for those who have little familiarity with encaustics and would like an introduction, and for those who have experienced working with the medium, but seek to refine their skills.  Diversity of learning is covered, including the basic materials and techniques, safety issues...