Printing Classes in Washington, DC

Modern calligraphy is a more free form style of writing that maintains the elegance of traditional calligraphy while allowing for more self-expression. In this Modern Calligraphy - Brush Lettering class you'll learn all the techniques you need to make the thick and thin lines that creates the beautiful letter forms of calligraphy with a brush pen...

In this beginner-friendly modern embroidery class we’ll give you the basics of this timeless craft to create beautiful embroidered designs to hang on your wall or revamp your wardrobe and make some old garments new and fashionable again! In this workshop you will learn how to: Prep your fabric on the embroidery hoop  Create and transfer...

This class is the second class in our Watercolor Workshop Series. Though it can be taken on its own, we recommend you first take Virtual Floral Watercolor for Beginners. Watercolor is the perfect medium to create gorgeous landscapes. In this class, you'll create a bucolic scene with trees, water, grass, flowers, and a serene sky.  I'll walk...

This is a follow up to our Beginner's Calligraphy course. You must have taken Virtual Beginner's Calligraphy (Part 1) or have some beginner's calligraphy experience to take these classes. This class package consists of the following: Intermediate Brush Lettering Advanced Brush Lettering This Calligraphy workshop series is beginner-friendly...

Using still life and reference material, students will create drawings and paintings using a variety of pens–dip pens, micron pens, brush pens, watercolors, Dr. Martin Watercolors, and brushes on various papers. Material list NOTE: You do not need to purchase all here. Select a few penholders; nibs; India ink; regular watercolors: primary colors...

Linocut relief printmaking is an easy and fun way to explore printmaking from home. In this class, we will practice printmaking techniques used by Henri Matisse, Leopoldo Mendez, Elizabeth Catlett, and other printmakers in order to create our own prints. Virtual art class for adults of all levels. Price details: $209 - 4-week class $69 - single...

More than just a technical class on Photoshop and Lightroom, this course will emphasize the digital print as a unique art form in which the choice of inkjet paper to print on makes the difference between an ordinary photo and an extraordinary piece of artwork. Instructor Eric Joseph will cover all of the technical jargon and vocabulary of inkjet...

In this 3 day workshop you will create a beautiful lettering piece with me via Zoom! I’ll work with you and guide you through lettering on the iPad and how to make a piece come together beautifully. Each day we will have a 2 hour workshop with a 15 min Q&A at the end. So you have plenty of time to ask me questions about the workshop or...

Platinum and Palladium prints are considered the zenith of alternative process printing. Two of the most precious metals on earth combine to produce images of gorgeous tonal value. This class will give you the knowledge and confidence to start making Pt/Pd prints in your own home. Classes will start with a history and explanation of the process followed...

Learn and master the beautiful art of calligraphy and hand lettering in this class for adults. Understand the structure of letters and explore three basic styles based on classic forms that you can adapt for gift enclosures, envelopes and more. Learn about pens, brushes, inks, papers and the tools of the trade and how to use them, and begin to develop...

Learn the basic techniques of hand lettering in our beginner-friendly Hand Lettering two session WebJam, hosted online via Zoom. Learn techniques of hand lettering in our two session Beginner Hand Lettering WebJam, hosted online via Zoom. Part 1 will introduce basic techniques and Part 2 will provide an opportunity to build on what you learned in...

Film Photography Put your film camera to test!. This course is for those of you who have film cameras. Classes will cover everything you need to know from loading your camera, to camera settings, color management, grain, hands on shooting, shooting and processing special effects, and the basics of how, where, and the do's and don'ts for sending...

Bookbinding for the Photographer: Sequencing, Printing and Binding Methods Over the past decade, photography books have seen a resurgence within the art world, this time transcending their original use as survey or catalog to become ideal spaces and platforms to experience and disseminate work. Through class discussions, demonstrations and individual...

Receive thorough instruction on calligraphy letterforms, and learn the contemplative aspects of calligraphy in the process. Moving the pen on the paper becomes a moving meditation, a stress-relieving resource for equanimity and harmony of body and mind. Design elements will be covered, working with various tools, the historical context of hand lettering...

For those already acquainted with basic calligraphic letterforms and materials, don't miss an opportunity to use the tools of your choice (dip pen, cartridge pen, Pilot Parallel Pen, or a quill pen) and continue practicing the contemplative aspects of calligraphy in the process. Gather your favorite materials and meet once a week for calligraphy practice...