Reminder: Winter Registration is Still Open!

Dear Studio Arts Enthusiast,

Ever wonder how to draw a passion vine butterfly or paint traditional henna art?
Would you like a chance to master your digital camera or expand your darkroom skills? Whatever your creative outlet, we’ve got an outstanding series of Studio Arts courses
that will add spark to your winter and fuel your imagination.

To learn about all the classes offered from January through March, take
a look at the course descriptions>>

All sessions are taught by professional artists and experienced teachers, and focus on
skill-building and creative exploration in small studio groups or on location.
View a complete list of instructors>>

Not a Smithsonian Associates member? Join today and you can receive
significant discounts on classes—typically 25% or more. Learn more>>

Space is limited so register today to guarantee your seat!

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Drawing by Max-Karl Winkler



Drawing Classes

• Exploring Abstraction
• Beginning Drawing
• Drawing on the Right Side of Your Brain
• Introduction to Pastel
• Figure Drawing and Independent Projects
• Drawing the Passion Vine Butterfly

Classes Begin Jan. 10

All drawing classes>>








Metro by Ann Richards

Fiber Arts Classes

• Knitting for Beginners
• Knitting Circle at
  the Smithsonian
• Intro to Quilt Making
• Intro to Log Cabin Design
  
• Designing Pieced Quilts

Class Begins Jan. 22

All fiber arts classes>>

Watercolor by David Daniels

Painting Classes

• Exploring Abstraction
• Beginning Oil Painting
• Introduction to Watercolor
• Painting in the Right State of Mind

Classes Begin Jan. 10

All painting classes>>

Student learning calligraphy

Other Media Classes

• Handmade Tiles in the Traditional Persian Style
  
• Introduction to Calligraphy
• Intro to Coptic Binding
• Color Theory
• Relief Printing
  
• Collage and Assemblage
• Marvelous Mosaics
  
• Neon Light Sculpture
• Mehndi: The Traditional Art of Henna Painting
• Gilding for Artists

Classes Begin Jan. 22

All other media classes>>

Photograph by
Barbara Southworth


Photography Classes

• Digital Camera Basics
• The Joy of Photography
• Fine Printing Techniques
• Open Darkroom Plus
• Introduction to Black-and-White Photography
• Introduction to Studio Portraiture
• Getting to Know Your Digital SLR
  

Classes Begin Jan. 13

All photography classes>>

All digital media classes>>

You May Also Enjoy:

• Islamic Art at the Met
  All-Day Tour
  Sun., Jan. 27 at 7 AM
  A suite of fifteen galleries house the Metropolitan Museum’s collection of Islamic art. Explore the beauties of the spaces and the treasures they hold on a day-long visit to New York City.
  Buy tickets>>
  
  
• Amidst the Beauty: Exploring Lalla Essaydi: Revisions
  Mingle at the Museum
  Thurs., Jan. 24
  at 6:30 PM
  Experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of Morocco as you take a private view of the artist’s stunning exhibition at the African Art Museum.
  Buy tickets>>
  
  

Complete Studio Arts Course Schedule>>
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