(6-12 yrs) This multi-media Abrakadoodle art program helps kids stretch their creative muscles in action-oriented classes filled with color, texture, shape and fun. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(6-12 yrs.) Children will learn to paint as they imagine a fantastic world inspired by nature. Learn about shapes, how to create 3D buildings and how to explore maps, and how to mix colors. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(6-12 yrs.) Class focuses on capturing the beauty of animals, from pets to wildlife, using a variety of mediums including acrylic, soft pastels and watercolor. Students learn the basics of composition, balance and texture, and study how artists have depicted animals throughout history. A supply fee of $20 is payable to the instructor at the first class.

(Adults) Connect with your creativity through this guided art journaling experience, and to transform an ordinary composition notebook into a Cosmic Smashbook art journal. Each week students explore a new journal prompt and create an easy art project using a variety of techniques including painting, collage and mixed media. Journals will be provided. No artistic talent needed!

(16-Adult) Discover the Korean cultural art of Hanji in this creative, hands-on workshop led by Sophia Han from The Hanji Korea Association. Using torn pieces of vibrantly colored Hanji paper, an awl and glue, you’ll learn how to craft distinguished, textured images. Made from mulberry bark, Hanji’s unique balance of toughness and fragility allows for limitless artistic possibilities. No prior experience is required. Please register for the $44 class and $17 supply fee.

(16-Adult) Create your own letting to jazz up your projects, such as nature and travel journals. Topics covered include: design, and simple ways to create: brush pen calligraphy, illuminated capitals and creating your own decorative letters and titles. Experiment with markers, gel pen, colored pencil and watercolor letters.

(16-Adult) Join expert Joan Betzold for this hands-on workshop. Learn all the basic principles of start and stop hand weaving, while making your own basket to take home. Finished basket is approximately 9 inches wide by 7 inches tall, with holes to secure a bandana that lines the bottom. Basketweaving materials provided. Bring a lunch.

(13-Adult) This beginner crochet class is for students with little to no experience. It introduces essential skills such as making a slip knot, holding the hook and yarn, creating a foundation chain and working basic stitches (chain, single, half double and double crochet). With step-by-step instruction and hands-on practice, students receive individual guidance as they learn. By the end of the class, students will have a strong foundation and the confidence to continue crocheting on their own. Bring one crochet hook in size G (6), H (8), I (9) or J (10) and a skein of light colored four-ply worsted weight yarn. Any supply fee payable to instructor at class.

(8-Adult) Northern Virginia Carvers present beginning soap carving. Enjoy an individual or family evening with wooden carving tools and bars of soap. Go home with skills and tools to continue the experience. This craft can become a gift or a home decoration. Learn history of soap. Persons under 18 require an adult present.

(13-Adult) Sharpen your drawing skills, learn how to develop characters and illustrate background to create cartoons. Students must bring a sketch pad and black soft lead pencils (4B and 2H). Supply fee payable to instructor at first class or supply list distributed at the first class.

(6-12 yrs) Sharpen your drawing skills, learn how to develop characters and illustrate background to create cartoons. Students must bring a sketch pad and black soft lead pencils (4B and 2H). Supply fee payable to instructor at first class or supply list distributed at the first class.

(8-Adult) Embrace the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy which helps with cultivating mindfulness, reducing stress and sharpening focus while developing artistic appreciation connecting with Chinese culture and history. This immersive brush calligraphy course is designed for all levels, from complete beginners to those wishing to deepen their practice. $20 supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(6-12 yrs.) Lean the magic of clay by creating jewelry for mom, animals in the wild, a garden of flowers and bugs, keychain emojis or new additions to an old mug. The possibilities are endless in this Baroody Camps program. Students will use their clay craft tool kit to tackle projects to see how creative they can be. Materials are included in the price of the class.

(6-12 yrs.) Young artists will create colorful paintings, imaginative drawings, and unique sculptures using watercolors, modeling compounds and paints. Practice “masking” while painting an abstract forest. Students will take an imaginary tour to New England and paint lighthouse scenes. Supply fee of $32 payable to instructor at first class.

(Adults) Students learn the rules and theories of composition in art through pictures and exercises, then will apply these them to their own artwork. Topics include the rule of thirds, the golden ratio and elements of composition. Class is for all skill levels.

(14-Adult) Learn to crochet a set of coasters and discover essential self-care practices for winter. Designed for beginner crocheters, enjoy a relaxing environment to enhance your skills and connect with others. Discuss self-care techniques and take a nature walk for inspiration. Create, connect and embrace the cozy spirit of the season.

(14-Adult) Learn to crochet a bucket hat and discover essential self-care practices for winter. Designed for intermediate crocheters, enjoy a relaxing environment to enhance your skills and connect with others. Discuss self-care techniques and take a nature walk for inspiration. Create, connect and embrace the cozy spirit of the season. Leave with the skills and knowledge to finish your hat at home.

(13-Adult) Students learn about various aspects of drawing and creating comics, such as emotive faces, anatomy, character development, and important elements in sequential storytelling. This Baroody Camps class is geared towards those interested in creating their own personal comic books. The program, developed and taught by pro comic book creator Arsia Rozegar (credits include Marvel's Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk and X-Men) delves into the hands-on fun of creating sequential art that is not limited to the super-hero genre. Any supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(6-12 yrs.) Students learn about various aspects of drawing and creating comics, such as emotive faces, anatomy, character development, and important elements in sequential storytelling. This Baroody Camps class is geared towards those interested in creating their own personal comic books. The program, developed and taught by pro comic book creator Arsia Rozegar (credits include Marvel's Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk and X-Men) delves into the hands-on fun of creating sequential art that is not limited to the super-hero genre. Any supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(13-Adult). Explore different painting techniques designed to enhance your artistic skills. We will focus on acrylic, soft pastels, painting on a photo and more. Supply fee of $10 per session payable to instructor. Focus of this session is acrylics.

(13-Adult). Explore various painting techniques designed to enhance your artistic skills. We will focus on acrylic, soft pastels and painting on a photo. Focus of this session is on soft-pastels. Supply fee of $10 per session payable to instructor.

(8-12 yrs.) Students receive individual attention based on skill level. Class covers basic stitches and pattern reading. Bring one crochet hook in size G (6), H (8), I (9) or J (10) and a skein of light colored four-ply worsted weight yarn. Any supply fee payable to instructor at class.

(13-Adult) There's more to photography than just using the automatic setting. Topics include your camera's controls, resolution, flash, composition, stop motion and close ups. Course includes weekly assignments with reviews. Software and printing are also covered. Any supply fee is payable to instructor at first class.

(13-Adult) This course teaches fundamental drawing skills through various techniques and projects. Students need to bring an 11"x14" sketch pad and two drawing pencils (HB & 6B). Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(6-12 yrs) This course teaches fundamental drawing skills through various techniques and projects. Students need to bring an 11"x14" sketch pad and two drawing pencils (HB & 6B). Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(13-Adult) This course provides a basic introduction painting fundamentals. Students learn basic painting skills and techniques to create simple works of art. Practical exercises include simple sketching, use of color theory and application and basic composition.

(16-Adult) Learn about owl adaptations as you draw owl feathers, skulls and taxidermy mounts. Go on a hike to learn about owl habitats, then dissect your own owl pellet to figure out what owls eat and draw some of the bones. Your choice of watercolor, colored pencil or ink pens.

(16-Adult) Class focuses on drawing fundamentals, such as lines, angles, and shading from light to dark shades as well as developing an eye for forms, shapes and details. Students learn to present the speed of action using by lines, colors and motions. Color values, saturations and temperature, warm light and cool shadow will also be covered.

(16-Adult) Discover the textures and forms of dried botanicals such as pinecones, leaves, seed pods and preserved flowers. Artist and instructor Caroline Hottenstein shows you how to use the media of your choice - a micron pen, watercolor, graphite or colored pencils to illustrate them. Bring specimens or photos to work from. Previous drawing experience encouraged. A supply list will be emailed before class. Bring a lunch.

(13-Adult) Capture the beauty of flowers using a variety of mediums including acrylic, soft pastels and watercolor. Composition, balance, texture and color blending are covered. A supply fee of $25 is payable to the instructor at the first class.

(13-Adult) Class introduces you to acrylics in a fun and pressure-free way. Learn to make simple paintings using acrylic paints on canvas as you explore color, texture, composition and design. Supply fee of $40 payable to instructor at first class.

(13-Adult) Students should have some experience paint with acrylics. Class builds on skills previously learned and introduces more advanced concepts. Supply fee of $40 payable to instructor at first class.

(6-8 yrs.) Students make a variety of simple projects with clay while learning the basics of working with clay. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.

(13-Adult) Learn how to transform a small piece of furniture in this workshop. All you need is a little paint and wax to give an old piece of furniture a lovely new look. Skills include prepping, sanding, and painting. Bring your own small piece of furniture to the class. A supply fee may be payable to the instructor at the first class.

(5-9 yrs.) Artists are introduced to painting, drawing, watercolors, self-portraits and clay creation in this class offered by Athletes Global. Students create various projects throughout the class and present their favorite creation at the end of the program.