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Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost
Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost
Name: Marianne Kost Title: Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost Description: A class for beginning painters and experienced painters who want to explore creative approaches to design. The first three classes will focus on designing several compositions using contour line. Student designs will become a practice sheet for exploring various […]
Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger
Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger
Name: Jan Boettger Title: Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger Description: Students will have the opportunity to learn techniques for creating a stained glass panel. Instruction includes design, cutting, foiling, and soldering. Stress-free, excellent instruction with beautiful results! Cost: $135/$180 non-members Material fee of $100 is due at beginning of class. Size […]
Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney
Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney
Name: Robert Gladney Title: Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney Description: Learn the basics of pottery, experience the feel of the clay moving through your fingers, learn new techniques, have fun, and make friends. Basic techniques for centering the clay and throwing cylinders and cups will be demonstrated and practiced in this […]
2 events,
Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke
Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke
Name: Barb Zuehlke Title: Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke Description: This class explores watercolor techniques including wet on wet and use of drawing gum. Students will practice learning different triad palette combinations and pulling and glazing watercolors using personal photographs and still life as inspiration. Use of gouache and egg tempera is acceptable. Painting experience […]
Drawing Basics with Robert Gladney
Drawing Basics with Robert Gladney
Name: Robert Gladney Title: Drawing Basics for Youth with Robert Gladney Description: Class for Middle schoolers through High Schoolers. Learn how to observe and draw objects from life, in a realistic style. The instructor will provide exercises for a step-by-step approach to learning observational drawing. Working in pencil and charcoal, students will learn skills for […]
1 event,
Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans
Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans
Name: Diana Evans Title: Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans Description: True beginners will see the progress they can make with even one class with Diana. Students will learn which brush to use, the proper water to paint ratio, how to set up a palette, how to mix colors, and whether to use wet on wet […]
2 events,
Decoy Carving for All with Warren Saunders
Decoy Carving for All with Warren Saunders
Name: Warren Saunders Title: Decoy Carving for All with Warren Saunders Description: Students will carve a decoy using a knife or more advanced students will power carve in the Ward-style. All decoys are completed with paint. A $75 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the first class for the wood, eyes, and paint […]
Youth Introduction to Comic Book Illustration with Lee Reece
Youth Introduction to Comic Book Illustration with Lee Reece
Name: Lee Reece Title: Youth Introduction to Comic Book Illustration with Lee Reece Description: We will be learning proper page layout to how to character creation. The material list will be shared with students after registration. Minimum 4 students Maximum 10 students. Aged 13 and older are welcome. Cost: $40 DCA Members, $55 Non-Members for […]
2 events,
“Water and Color” with José Ramirez | “Agua y Color” con José Ramirez
“Water and Color” with José Ramirez | “Agua y Color” con José Ramirez
Name: José Ramirez Title: “Water and Color” with José Ramirez Description: Learning about the medium of watercolor and how to handle its beauty. You will be introduced to this magical medium and how to approach different subject matters allowing you to express your feelings through the process of painting. Title: “Agua y Color” con José […]
Youth Introduction to Comic Book Illustration with Lee Reece
Youth Introduction to Comic Book Illustration with Lee Reece
Name: Lee Reece Title: Youth Introduction to Comic Book Illustration with Lee Reece Description: We will be learning proper page layout to how to character creation. The material list will be shared with students after registration. Minimum 4 students Maximum 10 students. Aged 13 and older are welcome. Cost: $40 DCA Members, $55 Non-Members for […]
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Sunday Photography Workshops with Robert Sullivan
Sunday Photography Workshops with Robert Sullivan
Name: Robert Sullivan Title: Sunday Photography Workshops with Robert Sullivan Description: This workshop features a Blackwater sunrise, as well as the opportunity to capture beautiful winter colors and a setting full moon. Sunrise is a great time for two reasons: it’s when the wildlife is most active, and the quality of light is amazing and […]
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5 events,
Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost
Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost
Name: Marianne Kost Title: Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost Description: A class for beginning painters and experienced painters who want to explore creative approaches to design. The first three classes will focus on designing several compositions using contour line. Student designs will become a practice sheet for exploring various […]
Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger
Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger
Name: Jan Boettger Title: Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger Description: Students will have the opportunity to learn techniques for creating a stained glass panel. Instruction includes design, cutting, foiling, and soldering. Stress-free, excellent instruction with beautiful results! Cost: $135/$180 non-members Material fee of $100 is due at beginning of class. Size […]
Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney
Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney
Name: Robert Gladney Title: Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney Description: Learn the basics of pottery, experience the feel of the clay moving through your fingers, learn new techniques, have fun, and make friends. Basic techniques for centering the clay and throwing cylinders and cups will be demonstrated and practiced in this […]
2 events,
Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke
Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke
Name: Barb Zuehlke Title: Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke Description: This class explores watercolor techniques including wet on wet and use of drawing gum. Students will practice learning different triad palette combinations and pulling and glazing watercolors using personal photographs and still life as inspiration. Use of gouache and egg tempera is acceptable. Painting experience […]
Drawing Basics with Robert Gladney
Drawing Basics with Robert Gladney
Name: Robert Gladney Title: Drawing Basics for Youth with Robert Gladney Description: Class for Middle schoolers through High Schoolers. Learn how to observe and draw objects from life, in a […]
3 events,
Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans
Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans
Name: Diana Evans Title: Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans Description: True beginners will see the progress they can make with even one class with Diana. Students will learn which brush […]
Block Printing with Sheryl Southwick
Block Printing with Sheryl Southwick
Description: Carve a linoleum block and make relief prints. Sheryl will demonstrate and teach the basics of linoblock printing which enables you to make many prints from one block. $15 […]
Block Printing with Sheryl Southwick
Block Printing with Sheryl Southwick
Name: Sheryl Southwick Title: Block Printing with Sheryl Southwick Description: Carve […]
1 event,
Decoy Carving for All with Warren Saunders
Decoy Carving for All with Warren Saunders
Name: Warren Saunders Title: Decoy Carving for All with Warren Saunders Description: Students will carve a decoy using a knife or more advanced students will power carve in the Ward-style. […]
2 events,
“Water and Color” with José Ramirez | “Agua y Color” con José Ramirez
“Water and Color” with José Ramirez | “Agua y Color” con José Ramirez
Name: José Ramirez Title: “Water and Color” with José Ramirez Description: Learning about the medium of watercolor and how to handle its beauty. You will be introduced to this magical […]
DCA monthly Second Saturday Reception!
DCA monthly Second Saturday Reception!
On February 11th until 8 pm: Artist Talk with Pierre Bowins, Assistant Professor of Graphic Design at George Mason University @ 4pm before our Second Saturday celebration throughout our […]
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5 events,
Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost
Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost
Name: Marianne Kost Title: Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost Description: A class for beginning painters and experienced painters who want to explore creative approaches […]
Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger
Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger
Name: Jan Boettger Title: Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger Description: Students will have the opportunity to learn techniques for creating a stained glass panel. Instruction includes […]
Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney
Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney
Name: Robert Gladney Title: Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney Description: Learn the basics of pottery, experience the feel of the clay moving through your fingers, learn […]
3 events,
Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke
Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke
Name: Barb Zuehlke Title: Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke Description: This class explores watercolor techniques including wet on wet and use of drawing gum. Students will practice learning different triad palette combinations and pulling and glazing watercolors using personal photographs and still life as inspiration. Use of gouache and egg tempera is acceptable. Painting experience […]
Drawing Basics with Robert Gladney
Drawing Basics with Robert Gladney
Name: Robert Gladney Title: Drawing Basics for Youth with Robert Gladney Description: Class for Middle schoolers through High Schoolers. Learn how to observe and draw objects from life, in a realistic style. The instructor will provide exercises for a step-by-step approach to learning observational drawing. Working in pencil and charcoal, students will learn skills for […]
“The Ghanaian Experience” curator Mike Bryan Presentation
“The Ghanaian Experience” curator Mike Bryan Presentation
"The Ghanaian Experience" curated by Mike Bryan is an exhibit displaying some amazing art and textiles from Ghana, Africa. On February 15, at 6:30pm, Mike Bryan will be doing an in-person presentation on his life-changing visit to Ghana.
4 events,
Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans
Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans
Name: Diana Evans Title: Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans Description: True beginners will see the progress they can make with even one class with Diana. Students will learn which brush to use, the proper water to paint ratio, how to set up a palette, how to mix colors, and whether to use wet on wet […]
Block Printing with Sheryl Southwick
Block Printing with Sheryl Southwick
Description: Carve a linoleum block and make relief prints. Sheryl will demonstrate and teach the basics of linoblock printing which enables you to make many prints from one block. $15 materials fee paid to instructor at beginning of class. Cost: $55 members $95 non-members Minimum 5 students for each class. Day of the Week/Time: 2 […]
Dance workshop | Dancing on the Shore Workshop with Aggie Beletsky
Dance workshop | Dancing on the Shore Workshop with Aggie Beletsky
Name: Aggie Beletsky Title: Dance workshop | Dancing on the Shore Workshop with Aggie Beletsky Description: Dancing on the Shore brings their master talent to DCA for this introductory series taught by Aggie Beletsky. Classes will be held in the Performance Hall. Singles welcome! Minimum of 5 students - no maximum Cost: $25 per person […]
2 events,
Decoy Carving for All with Warren Saunders
Decoy Carving for All with Warren Saunders
Name: Warren Saunders Title: Decoy Carving for All with Warren Saunders Description: Students will carve a decoy using a knife or more advanced students will power carve in the Ward-style. All decoys are completed with paint. A $75 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the first class for the wood, eyes, and paint […]
Fun and Funky Furniture with Terri Griffin
Fun and Funky Furniture with Terri Griffin
Name: Terri Griffin Title: Fun and Funky Furniture with Terri Griffin Description: This two-day workshop will teach the art of up-cycling furniture. Through the magic of ideas, paint, glue and other materials, a shabby old piece of furniture will be transformed into a one-of-a-kind piece of art. Students learn how to decoupage and embellish with […]
2 events,
“Water and Color” with José Ramirez | “Agua y Color” con José Ramirez
“Water and Color” with José Ramirez | “Agua y Color” con José Ramirez
Name: José Ramirez Title: “Water and Color” with José Ramirez Description: Learning about the medium of watercolor and how to handle its beauty. You will be introduced to this magical medium and how to approach different subject matters allowing you to express your feelings through the process of painting. Title: “Agua y Color” con José […]
Fun and Funky Furniture with Terri Griffin
Fun and Funky Furniture with Terri Griffin
Name: Terri Griffin Title: Fun and Funky Furniture with Terri Griffin Description: This two-day workshop will teach the art of up-cycling furniture. Through the magic of ideas, paint, glue and other materials, a shabby old piece of furniture will be transformed into a one-of-a-kind piece of art. Students learn how to decoupage and embellish with […]
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Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost
Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost
Name: Marianne Kost Title: Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost Description: A class for beginning painters and experienced painters who want to explore creative approaches to design. The first three classes will focus on designing several compositions using contour line. Student designs will become a practice sheet for exploring various […]
Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger
Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger
Name: Jan Boettger Title: Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger Description: Students will have the opportunity to learn techniques for creating a stained glass panel. Instruction includes design, cutting, foiling, and soldering. Stress-free, excellent instruction with beautiful results! Cost: $135/$180 non-members Material fee of $100 is due at beginning of class. Size […]
Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney
Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney
Name: Robert Gladney Title: Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney Description: Learn the basics of pottery, experience the feel of the clay moving through your fingers, learn new techniques, have fun, and make friends. Basic techniques for centering the clay and throwing cylinders and cups will be demonstrated and practiced in this […]
2 events,
Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke
Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke
Name: Barb Zuehlke Title: Intermediate Watercolors with Barb Zuehlke Description: This class explores watercolor techniques including wet on wet and use of drawing gum. Students will practice learning different triad palette combinations and pulling and glazing watercolors using personal photographs and still life as inspiration. Use of gouache and egg tempera is acceptable. Painting experience […]
Drawing Basics with Robert Gladney
Drawing Basics with Robert Gladney
Name: Robert Gladney Title: Drawing Basics for Youth with Robert Gladney Description: Class for Middle schoolers through High Schoolers. Learn how to observe and draw objects from life, in a realistic style. The instructor will provide exercises for a step-by-step approach to learning observational drawing. Working in pencil and charcoal, students will learn skills for […]
2 events,
Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans
Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans
Name: Diana Evans Title: Beginning Watercolors with Diana Evans Description: True beginners will see the progress they can make with even one class with Diana. Students will learn which brush to use, the proper water to paint ratio, how to set up a palette, how to mix colors, and whether to use wet on wet […]
Mulberry paper Collage with Sheryl Southwick
Mulberry paper Collage with Sheryl Southwick
Name: Sheryl Southwick Title: Mulberry paper Collage with Sheryl Southwick Description: This workshop explores the effects of tearing, cutting and gluing mulberry paper for collages. The paper itself is enticing in its varied textures and colors. Cost: $30 DCA Members, $70 Non-Members each class | Materials fee of $10 for a pack of mulberry paper, […]
1 event,
Decoy Carving for All with Warren Saunders
Decoy Carving for All with Warren Saunders
Name: Warren Saunders Title: Decoy Carving for All with Warren Saunders Description: Students will carve a decoy using a knife or more advanced students will power carve in the Ward-style. All decoys are completed with paint. A $75 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the first class for the wood, eyes, and paint […]
1 event,
“Water and Color” with José Ramirez | “Agua y Color” con José Ramirez
“Water and Color” with José Ramirez | “Agua y Color” con José Ramirez
Name: José Ramirez Title: “Water and Color” with José Ramirez Description: Learning about the medium of watercolor and how to handle its beauty. You will be introduced to this magical medium and how to approach different subject matters allowing you to express your feelings through the process of painting. Title: “Agua y Color” con José […]
0 events,
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5 events,
Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost
Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost
Name: Marianne Kost Title: Designing with Line and Wash in Watercolor Paint with Marianne Kost Description: A class for beginning painters and experienced painters who want to explore creative approaches to design. The first three classes will focus on designing several compositions using contour line. Student designs will become a practice sheet for exploring various […]
Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger
Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger
Name: Jan Boettger Title: Stained Glass for Beginners and Intermediates with Jan Boettger Description: Students will have the opportunity to learn techniques for creating a stained glass panel. Instruction includes design, cutting, foiling, and soldering. Stress-free, excellent instruction with beautiful results! Cost: $135/$180 non-members Material fee of $100 is due at beginning of class. Size […]
Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney
Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney
Name: Robert Gladney Title: Introduction to Throwing on the Wheel with Robert Gladney Description: Learn the basics of pottery, experience the feel of the clay moving through your fingers, learn new techniques, have fun, and make friends. Basic techniques for centering the clay and throwing cylinders and cups will be demonstrated and practiced in this […]