Picture yourself as part of a creative community. Discover the studio arts program from Smithsonian Associates.
Does the thought of picking up a paintbrush, camera, quilting needle, pastel stick, or calligraphy pen instantly ignite your imagination? There’s no better place to get in touch with—or perhaps reconnect with—your creative side than in the studio arts classes and workshops offered by Smithsonian Associates. Whether you’ve never set foot in an art studio, want to expand your existing skills, explore new techniques, or try your hand at a craft that intrigues you, you’re certain to find the perfect choice among our wide variety of evening, daytime, and weekend offerings. And because we are the Smithsonian, our studio arts program comes with some terrific advantages. Smithsonian Associates classes are guided by professional artists and experienced educators who create a supportive and stimulating atmosphere for learning and discovery. What students experience in those studios—and during on-location sessions in many settings—makes Smithsonian Associates’ art programs unique and valuable. Small class sizes allow for highly personalized one-on-one guidance from instructors. Individual and group critiques help students develop their techniques and personal vision. Interaction with fellow participants plays a key role in each class, too: Students tell us they love both the creative and the social aspects of working together. Becoming part of our studio arts program means more than simply taking a class. You’re taking your place in—and contributing to—a vibrant creative community.
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This is your invitation to add a creative spark to your summer. Take a look at the upcoming class series and workshops listed in this special art-focused edition of our monthly program guide. There’s plenty to tempt you. Learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting, quilting, photography, collage, or calligraphy. Noted photography pros lead a series of shoots on location and weekend workshops. There are so many more wonderful choices waiting for you on the following pages. No matter the class you select, you’ll take home something in addition to a new painting, portfolio of drawings, craft project, or photo series you’re proud of. You’ll find a rewarding sense of enrichment, enjoyment, and satisfaction as you deepen your personal connection to the world of art. And any way you look at it, you’ll have created a masterpiece.
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Certificate Program inWorld Art History
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rt is all around us. It excites us, enriches our lives, and enlivens our imaginations. But to truly appreciate any work of art, we need to under-
stand the context and culture in which it was produced. That’s why the Smithsonian Associates offers an exciting
You love art. Now become the expert you’ve always wanted to be.
certificate program in World Art History. The wide-ranging offerings are designed to provide a global perspective on art and architecture and draw on the Smithsonian’s world-class collections and the rich resources of other Washington institutions. Since the certificate program debuted in January 2015, more than 900 lovers of art have elected to enroll in offerings that speak to their interests—and allow them to complete the program requirements at their own pace.* The core courses and electives in our program are selected from among the Smithsonian Associates’ ongoing courses, seminars, study tours, and studio art classes. Look for programs marked “World Art History Certificate” in these listings, as well as in the full online program guide. Register now, and become part of a community where you can interact with fellow students, pose questions to lecturers, learn about upcoming offerings, and receive invitations for special tours and informal gatherings with course leaders and other program participants.
To learn more about the Smithsonian Associates certificate program in World Art History, visit SmithsonianAssociates.org/ArtCertificate *Credits are counted from the day of program registration and are not given retroactively.
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Classes are taught by professional artists and teachers.
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World Art History Certificate elective: Earn ½ credit
Sip and Sample Try Your Hand at Three Studio Art Classes Have you always wanted to explore the wide range of studio arts classes offered by the Smithsonian Associates? Here is your chance to sample three of our most popular courses for a single night each, all while enjoying a glass of wine as you stimulate the artist within.
Relief Printing From carving the image to pressing it, woodblock and linocut are the most direct ways to create images using traditional printmaking techniques. Thurs., March 28; Max-Karl Winkler
Drawing on the Right Side of Your Brain Discover your innate artistic skills through a set of visual exercises designed to help build the ability to draw. Thurs., April 4; Shahin Shikhaliyev
Color Theory Become familiar with the color wheel, color value, chroma, and hue. Use acrylic paints and colored papers to explore color qualities and movement in shaping composition. 8 sessions; 2.5 hours each; Daniel Riesmeyer; Mon., April 15–June 10 (no class May 27), 6:30 p.m.; CODE 1K0-0HN; details and supply list on website; Members $225; Nonmembers $275
Introduction to Drawing and Painting Work from still life, architectural interiors, and landscape to become familiar with the fundamentals of drawing and oil painting.
By Max-Karl Winkler
8 sessions; 2.5 hours each; Max-Karl Winkler; Wed., April 17–June 5, 10:15 a.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0HQ; Members $225; Nonmembers $275
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Collage and Mixed-Media Get an introduction to the materials, tools, and techniques used in collage. Using mementos or creating an abstract design, experiment with color, form, and design. Thurs., April 11; Marcie Wolf-Hubbard
3 sessions; 2.5 hours each; Thurs., March 28, April 4, and April 11, 6:30 p.m.; CODE 1K0-0HS; all supplies included; details on website; Members $150; Nonmembers $180
Exploring the Visual Foundations and Traditions of Art Apply the science in Renaissance art. Enhance the visual dynamic in drawings using the Golden Ratio, the Rule of Thirds, threepoint perspective, or the Fibonacci spiral. 2 sessions; 2 hours each; Chester Kasnowski; Mon., April 29 and May 6, 2 p.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0HR; Members $65; Nonmembers $85 SMITHSONIAN ASSOCIATES
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Children’s Book Illustration Workshop
World Art History Certificate elective: Earn ½ credit HERMITAGE MUSEUM
Composition Examine concepts and application of composition. Create collages based on art works and themes discussed, and explore connections between formal elements of visual art and art’s emotional impact. 3 sessions; 3 hours each; Shahin Shikhaliyev; Tues., May 7–21, 2 p.m.; details on website; supplies included; CODE 1K0-0HP; Members $115; Nonmembers $145
Moroccan Café, 1913, by Matisse
By Lori Schue
Transform an author’s vision into vivid illustrations by learning the basics of interpreting a story through pictures. Information on working with publishers and protecting art is also discussed.
NEW DATE: One 5-hour session; Lori VanKirk Schue; Sun., March 10, 11 a.m.; detailed information on website; CODE 1K0-0DY; Members $95; Nonmembers $115
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Introduction to Pastel
Weekend Workshop
Cezanne-Inspired Landscapes
Tap into the wide range of effects possible using colored pencils. Learn layering, blending and buffing strokes to achieve the translucency of watercolors with this dry medium. TWO OPTIONS: 2 sessions; 3 hours each; Lori VanKirk By Lori VanKirk Schue Schue; Sat., March 23 and 30 (CODE 1K0-0DZ); Sat., April 27 and May 4 (CODE 1K0-0HB) 1 p.m.; details and supply list on website; Members $95; Nonmembers $115
Beginning Drawing Develop basic drawing skills while working with a variety of materials and techniques, Explore geometric forms, volume, and perspective in stilllifes, architecture, and figure drawing. THREE OPTIONS: 8 sessions; 2.5 hours each; George Tkabladze; Fri., April 12–Jun. 14 (no class April 19 and May 24), 10:15 a.m.; CODE 1K0-0HA; Daniel Riesmeyer; Tues., April 16–June 4, 6:30 p.m.; CODE 1K0-0GZ; Josh Highter; Sun., April 14–June 16 (no class April 21 and May 26), 10:15 a.m.; CODE 1K0-0GY; details and supply lists on website; Members $225; Nonmembers $275
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Capture natural light with pastels— as impressionist artists would— drawing in Smithsonian gardens. Class discussion includes color theory and mixing, optical mixing, and composition.
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Developing Your Sketchbook
By Lori VanKirk Schue
Record your thoughts and visual observations using creative techniques and a variety of materials. Practice in public spaces, museums and other venues close to the Smithsonian.
6 sessions; 3 hours each; Lori VanKirk Schue; Mon., April 1–May 6, 12 p.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0HJ; Members $195; Nonmembers $245
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Figure Drawing and Independent Projects
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Acquire an understanding of advanced elements of composition, anatomy, and artistic direction as you work from live models.
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8 sessions; 3 hours each; Josh Highter; Sun., April 14–June 16 (no class April 21 and May 26), 1:30 p.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0HE; Members $235; Nonmembers $285
Drawing In Museums National Gallery of Art, Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian American Art Museum, and Natural History Museum
Drawing on the Right Side of Your Brain
Develop rendering and composition skills, and learn the art of copying, by drawing paintings and classical sculptures displayed in the museums.
Build drawing ability and improve visualization and recording of objects on paper through drawing exercises focusing on edges and space, relationships between objects, and light and shadow.
4 sessions; 2.5 hours each; By student Claire Fuller Paul Glenshaw; Sat., April 27– May 18, 1:30 p.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0HD; Members $145; Nonmembers $175
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THE MORGAN LIBRARY & MUSEUM
8 sessions; 2.5 hours each; Shahin Shikhaliyev; Wed., April 17–June 5, 6:30 p.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0–0HC; Members $235; Nonmembers $285
Draw Like Tiepolo
Oil Pastels Become familiar with the basics of using brightly colored, longlasting oil pastels through group technique demonstrations and one-on-one instruction. By Chester Kasnowski
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6 sessions; 2 hours each; Chester Kasnowski; Thurs., April 25–May 30, 10:30 a.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0HG; Members $185; Nonmembers $235
Psyche Transported to Olympus, by Giambattista Tiepolo
Study Italian Rococo painter Giambattista Tiepoloís use of gesture, movement, and grouping of figures in his pen and wash drawings. Then, apply his techniques to your own creations.
2 sessions; 2 hours each; Chester Kasnowski; Mon., May 13 and 20, 2 p.m.; details on website; all supplies provided; CODE 1K0-0HH; Members $75; Nonmembers $95
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Techniques in Modernist Painting
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Get an introduction to the basics of working in oil. Workshop topics include choosing materials, creating a work space, beginning a painting, drawing on canvas, color theory, and paint application. 2 sessions; Adrienne Wyman; Sat., June 8 and 15, 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; details and By Adrienne Wyman supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0KA; Members $175; Nonmembers $195
8 sessions; 3 hours each; Shahin Shikhaliyev; Tues., April 16–June 4, 10:15 a.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0JX; Members $235; Nonmembers $285 Still life in front of a window at Saint-Raphael, 1919, by Picasso
Beginning Oil Painting
A Creative Connection
Explore basic painting techniques including colormixing, scumbling, and glazing to gain the technical background needed to get started as a painter.
Apply new findings on how our visual system informs and interprets the visible world for us while working on landscape and still-life paintings.
Introduction to Watercolor
8 sessions; 3 hours each; Shahin Shikhaliyev; Thurs., April 18–June 6, 6:30 pm.; CODE 1K0-0JU; details and supply list on website; Members $235; Nonmembers $285 By Shahin Shikhaliyev
Painting Is for Everyone
Explore basic watercolor techniques and new approaches to painting through classroom demonstration, discussion, and experimentation.
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Class exercises, including stilllife setups and model sessions, teach practical applications of modernism’s concepts and techniques. Develop a visual language through class lectures, demonstrations, and critiques.
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INSIDE SCIENCE 2 sessions; 2 hours each; Chester Kasnowski; Mon., March 4 and 11, 2 p.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0FM; Members $75; Nonmembers $95
TWO OPTIONS: 7 sessions; 2.75 hours each; Dave Daniels; Mon., April 8–May 20, 10:15 a.m.; CODE 1K0-0JV; Karen Norman; Mon., April 8–May 20, 6:30 p.m., CODE 1K0-0JW; details and supply list on website; Members $235; Nonmembers $285
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Oil Painting Boot Camp
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Begin working in the medium of acrylic paints. Learn to mix colors, use brushes, and approach elements of form such as value, texture, line, color, shape, and edges. Explore composition and variation and learn art terminology.
By Chester Kasnowski
6 sessions; 2 hours each; Chester Kasnowski; Wed., April 24–May 29, 2 p.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0JY; Members $185; Nonmembers $235
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Exploring Encaustic and Mixed-Media Workshop
Techniques of the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists
The encaustic medium can be molded, sculpted, and combined with collage materials. Learn how to incorporate drawings or prints on paper and other collage elements into encaustic paintings.
Draw on what you’ve learned in class about the French impressionists’ methods of paint application and brushstroke as you create.
2 sessions; 5 hours each; Marcie WolfHubbard; Sun., March 3 and 10, 10:15 a.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0ET; Members $165; Nonmembers $195
4 sessions; 6 hours each; Adrienne Wyman; Sat., April 27–May 18, 10:30 a.m.; CODE 1K0By Adrienne Wyman 0JZ; details and supply list on website; Members $235; Nonmembers $285
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Collage and Mixed-Media Develop collage, mixed-media or assemblage projects. Experiment with color, form, design and the use of text, images, texture, and found objects.
Encaustic and Mixed Media Elements of Nature Using a medium that can be molded, sculpted, and combined with collage materials, transform images sketched in the U.S. Botanic Garden into sculptural art forms.
3 sessions (one 2.5-hour session plus two 5-hour workshops); Marcie Wolf-Hubbard; Fri., May 3, 1:30 p.m.; Fri. May 10 and 17, 10:30 a.m.; CODE 1K0-0HU; details and supply list on website; Members $175; Nonmembers $200
Monoprint Without A Press
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8 sessions; 2.5 hours each; Marcie Wolf-Hubbard; Wed., April 10–May 29, 1:30 p.m.; CODE 1K0-0HW; Wed., April 10–May 29, 6:30 p.m.; CODE 1K0-0HX; details and supply list on website; Members $235; Nonmembers $285 TWO INTENSIVE WEEKEND WORKSHOP OPTIONS:
One 5-hour session; Marcie Wolf-Hubbard; Fri., By Marcie Wolf-Hubbard March 1, 10:30 a.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0EU; Members $125; Nonmembers $145 2 sessions; 5 hours each; Marcie Wolf-Hubbard; Sat., June 1 and Sun., June 2, 10:30 a.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0HT; Members $195; Nonmembers $225
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Create prints using Gelli and other types of plates, plus acrylic paints and other materials. Explore additive and subtractive methods, drawing on the plate, over-printing, and using stamps and other materials to create patterns. One 5-hour session; Sharon Robinson; Fri., April 26, 10:30 a.m. (CODE 1K00JF); details on website; all supplies provided; Members $75; Nonmembers $95 By Sharon Robinson
Exploring Abstraction Develop a more intuitive way of working through drawing, painting, and collage exercises. Use traditional media such as charcoal and pastel, as well as liquid acrylic glazes, in nontraditional ways. 9 sessions; 3.5 hours each; Delna Dastur; Thurs., April 4–May 30, 12 p.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0JB; Members $275; Nonmembers $325
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Image Transfers and Photo Alteration
Build a Tiny House Work in paper mache, acrylics, and mixed-media. Interior and exterior finishes include acrylic, photo transfers, and mixed-media embellishments.
Mixed-Media Workshop Use multiple methods for making and using image transfers. Topics include applications, choosing images, materials and techniques, altered photos as standalone artwork, and altered photos with collage.
By Sharon Robinson
2 sessions; 5 hours each; Sharon Robinson; Fri., April 5 and 12, 10:30 a.m.; students provide photos, all other supplies provided; CODE 1K0-0JD; Members $145; Nonmembers $175
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2 sessions; 5 hours each; Marcie Wolf-Hubbard; Sun., April 28 and May 5, 10:30 a.m.; CODE 1K0-0HV; ages 14 and up; details and supply list on website; Members $165; Nonmembers $195
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Fabric Printing Using Natural Materials
Create personalized greeting cards for family and friends in a workshop that focuses on foreground, masking, and statement embellishments.
Experiment with hand-printing on fabrics using colorful Akua water-based printmaking ink and natural materials. Practice printmaking techniques on muslin, and later design and hand-print a canvas bag.
One 2.5-hour session; Karen Cadogan; Sat., April 6, 2 By Karen Cadogan p.m.; details on website; all supplies provided; CODE 1K0-0JT; Members $65; Nonmembers $75
One 5-hour session; Sue Fierston; Sat., May 4, 10:30 a.m.; all supplies included in $25 fee; details on website; CODE 1K00JH; Members $65; Nonmembers $85
Painting and Printing Leaves Two Ways Transform contour drawings of leaf shapes into transparent watercolor paintings. Use a walking press to make leaf prints using waterbased ink. Take home several 8-by-10-inch watercolor paintings and botanical leaf prints. One 5-hour session; Sue Fierston; Sat., April 27, 10:30 a.m.; CODE 1K0-0JG; $20 supply fee; details on website; Members $65; Nonmembers $85
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Paper Frenzy Use a variety of art and printmaking materials to create a supply of accented papers for collage and other art projects. TWO OPTIONS: 2 sessions; 5 hours each; Sharon Robinson; Fri., March 1 and 8, 10:30 a.m. (CODE 1K0-0EZ); Fri., May 31 and June 7, 10:30 a.m.; (CODE By Sharon Robinson 1K0-0JE); details on website; all supplies provided; Members $125; Nonmembers $155
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Figure Sculpture
Sculpt head and face portraits using the medium of clay following hands-on studio practice and demonstrations.
Learn about clay sculpture techniques, tool use and armatures, and the planes of the human body. Sculpt either a portrait, torso, or full figure using a live model.
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8 sessions; 3 hours each; George Tkabladze; Fri., April 12–June 14 (no class April 19 and May 24), 1:30 p.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0KB; Members $235; Nonmembers $285
8 sessions; 3 hours each; George Tkabladze; Fri., April 12–June 14 (no class April 19 and May 24), 6:30 p.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0KC; Members $235; Nonmembers $285
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Combine wool with other decorative elements to make distinctive necklaces, rings, pendants, earrings, and other jewelry. Craft basic forms of cords, beads, balls, geodes, and rings while building technical skills.
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Create a fabric flower garden wall hanging while adding appliqué techniques to your quilt making skills. Learn how to use applied bindings, flanges, self-bindings, facings, and overstitching to finish rectangular and uneven edges.
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One 6-hour session; Renate Maile-Moskowitz; Sat., March 2, 10 a.m.; $25 supply fee payable to instructor; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0GW; Members $85; Nonmembers $105
Tapestry Weaving Create a miniature woven tapestry on a small frame loom. Class instruction includes basic tapestryweaving techniques such as warping the loom, color mixing and hatching.
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8 sessions; 2.5 hours each; Tea Okropiridze; Fri., April 12–June 14 (no class April 19 and May 24), 10:15 a.m.; $40 fee covers all materials; details on website; CODE 1K0-0KD; Members $210; Nonmembers $260
By Lauren Kingsland
2 sessions; 4 hours each; Lauren Kingsland; Sun., March 3 and 10, 10:30 a.m.; CODE 1K00EJ; details and supply list on website; Members $85; Nonmembers $105
Quilting for Beginners A Small Handmade Quilt Learn the basics of quiltmaking by creating several small quilts while learning the same piecing, applique, quilting, and finishing techniques used in larger quilts. 2 sessions; 6 hours each; Lauren Kingsland; Sat., March 16 and 23, 10 a.m.; CODE 1K00EH; details and supply list on website; Members $125; Nonmembers $145
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Knitting for Beginners
Repurposing Treasured Garments Into Memory Quilts
Learn the fundamentals of knitting, including casting on, basic knit and purl stitches, increasing, decreasing, and binding off. Practice basic skills and start an optional knitting project.
Transform T-shirts and other used garments into usable quilts. In a hands-on design activity, create a quilt from a variety of sizes of blocks. One 5-hour session; Lauren Kingsland; Sat., April 6, 10:15 a.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0HM; Members $55; Nonmembers $75
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6 sessions; 2 hours each; Ann Richards; Mon., April 15–May 20, 6:30 p.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0LJ; Members $125; Nonmembers $145
Confidence with Color in Quilting
Knitting Circle In this collaborative class, expand knitting skills through investigative techniques, demonstrations, hands-on projects, and research. Bring a project or an idea for one to the first session.
Create spectacular color combinations in your quilts. In class exercises, learn basic color theory and color combinations using fabric and glue on paper.
By Lauren Kingsland
2 sessions; 4 hours each; Lauren Kingsland; Sat., May 11 and 18, 10:15 a.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0HL; Members $75; Nonmembers $95
6 sessions; 2 hours each; Ann Richards; Fri., April 26–June 7 (no class May 24), 10:30 a.m.; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0LK; Members $125; Nonmembers $145
English Precious-Metal Embroidery A Customized Gilded Monogram
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2 sessions; 7 hours each; Deborah Merrick-Wilson; Sat., April 27 and May 11, 9:30 a.m.; supply fee $135; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0LB; Members $165; Nonmembers $185
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Working with materials from the goldsmith purveyors to Queen Elizabeth II, learn gold work techniques to create a customized monogram letter on a silk ground.
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Pysanky A Ukrainian Easter Egg Decorating Workshop Create pysanky, colorful eggs decorated with traditional Slavic folk designs. Inscribe the designs with a stylus on beeswax-covered eggs, which are then dipped in dye.
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Orchid Afternoon Orchids for Beginners Learn how to care for orchids and to keep them blooming. Repot a Phalaenopsis in class, and bring it home to display.
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Create a Mosaic Tapestry With glass and ceramic tiles, beads, shiny glass, and costume jewelry, create mosaic tapestries for interior display. Finished tapestries are ungrouted. 8 sessions; 2.5 hours each; Bonnie Fitzgerald; Tues., April 16–June 4, 1 p.m.; $65 supply fee; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K00HZ; Members $245; Nonmembers $295
One 2-hour session; Barbara Schmidt; Sun., April 14, 2 p.m.; details on website; CODE 1K00JS; Members $75; Nonmembers $95
Relief Printing
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Linocut and Woodblock Design and produce relief prints from techniques of design and transfer through cutting and printing the block. 8 sessions; 2.5 hours each; Max-Karl Winkler; Mon., April 15–June 10, 6:30 p.m. (no class May 27); details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0JA; Members $225; Nonmembers $275
Introduction to Smalti Mosaics Cut and lay smalti, colorful enameled-glass mosaic material, and create a 10-by-10inch mosaic to take home.
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8 sessions; 2.5 hours each; Bonnie Fitzgerald; Tues., April 16–June 4, 6:30–9 p.m.; $45 supply fee; details and supply list on website; CODE 1K0-0HY; Members $245; Nonmembers $295
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Sogetsu Ikebana Modern Japanese Flower Arranging Create beautiful basic and free-style arrangements with spring flowers, branches, greens, and other materials. 6 sessions; 2 hours each; Jane Redmon; Wed., April 17–May 29 (no class May 15), 6:30 p.m.; all supplies included in tuition; more details on website; CODE 1K00JC; Members $200; Nonmembers $250
Introduction to Beading After basic instruction in bead stringing, wire-working, and pearl knotting, create necklaces, earrings, and singlestrand necklaces or bracelets. 3 sessions, 3 hours each; Mïa Vollkommer; Tues., April 30— Thurs., May 2, 6:30 p.m.; $25 sterling silver findings kit fee; details and additional supply list online; CODE 1K0-0JN; Members $175; Nonmembers $205
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Abstract Silver and Gemstone Earrings Apply workshop instruction in metalsmithing techniques such as riveting, piercing, and texturing to the creation of asymmetrical statement earrings and decorative ear wires.
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Hammered Hoop Earrings Come ready to pound some metal. Hammer thick wires into sheets that are then accentuated with oxidization and patinas. Take home 2 pairs of one-of-a-kind hoop earrings.
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One 3.5-hour session; Mïa Vollkommer; Sat., April 27, 9:30 a.m.; wire and metal kit $30; details and supply list online; CODE 1K00JK; Members $75; Nonmembers $95
One 3.5-hour session; Mïa Vollkommer; Sun., April 28, 2 p.m.; kit $20; details and supply list online; CODE 1K0-0JM; Members $75; Nonmembers $95
Fashion unique jewelry with findings made from wire in a variety of gauges and sheet metal. Safe use of tools and materials is discussed.
Cut, form, and close three bracelets using sterling silver wire and silver or red brass rivets. For a more unique look, add largeholed beads. One 4-hour session; Mïa Vollkommer; Sat., April 27, 1:30 p.m.; $30 wire kit fee; details and supply list online; CODE 1K0-0JL; Members $75; Nonmembers $95
One 7-hour session; Mïa Vollkommer; Sat., May 4, 10 a.m.; $45 kit fee ($60 for kit plus shop shears); details and supply list online; CODE 1K00JP; Members $125; Nonmembers $145
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Jewelry Workshop: Charming Designs Use simple wire-working techniques to create charms from mixed metals and stones. Class instruction includes making a necklace, wrap bracelet, or fringed earrings. One 3-hour session; Mïa Vollkommer; Sun., April 28, 10:30 a.m.; $20 wire and metal kit fee; details and supply list online; CODE 1K0-0JJ; Members $65; Nonmembers $85
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Jewelry Workshop: Creative Chains Techniques for wire-working, forming, texturing, and fusing are used to create several chain designs. Go home with a necklacelength or bracelet-length piece. One 7-hour session; Mïa Vollkommer; Sun., May 5, 10:30 a.m.; $50 wire kit fee; details and additional supply list online; CODE 1K0-0JQ; Members $125; Nonmembers $145 By Mïa Vollkommer
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Understanding Your Digital Mirrorless or SLR Camera This workshop covers ISO, shutter speed, aperture, depth of field, RAW vs. JPEG files, and White Balance. Learn various shooting modes and get handson experience in a practice session on the Mall. FOUR OPTIONS: Sun., March 3,
Introduction to Black-and-White Film Photography and the Darkroom Get a grounding in the basics of using a 35mm camera and photo darkroom techniques. Sessions feature lecturedemonstrations, class assignments, critiques, and practical darkroom work.
Moving Beyond Auto Mode
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9:30 a.m. (CODE 1K0-0GT); Sun., April 14, 9:30 a.m. (CODE 1K0-0KX); Sun., May 5, 9:30 a.m. (CODE 1K0-0KY); Sun., June 9, 9:30 a.m. (CODE 1K0-0KZ); details on website; Members $210; Nonmembers $260
By Paul Matthai
8 sessions; 3 hours each; Paul Matthai; Mon., April 15–June 10 (no class May 27), 6:30 p.m.; developing chemicals included; details on website; CODE 1K0-0KH; Members $235; Nonmembers $285
Introduction to Photography Class sessions emphasize the basics: camera functions, exposure, metering, working with natural and artificial light, and composition. Develop technical skill through assignments and offsite photo shoots.
Introduction to Lightroom Weekend Workshop Adobe Lightroom is useful for organizing and editing image files. Learn to use it for importing, exporting, deleting, and grouping files; sorting files; attaching keywords; and improving tone, color, and detail. TWO OPTIONS: 2 sessions; 4 hours each; Eliot Cohen; Sat., March 16 and Sun., March 17 (CODE 1K0-0GF); Sat., May 18 and Sun., May 19, (CODE 1K0-0KR); 9:30 a.m.; details on website; Members $225; Nonmembers $245
The Joy of Photography An Exploratory Course Learn how to use a digital SLR camera as a creative tool in sessions that cover aperture, shutter speed, metering, exposure, ISO, composition, special effects, and flash photography. TWO OPTIONS: 8 sessions; 3 hours each; Marty Kaplan; By Marty Kaplan Sun., April 14–June 16 (no class April 21 and May 26), 10:15 a.m.; CODE 1K0-0KU; Tues., April 16– June 4, 6:30 p.m.; CODE 1K0-0KV; digital camera with manual controls required; details on website; Members $225; Nonmembers $275
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8 sessions; 2.5 hours each; Andargé Asfaw; Tues., April 16–June 4, 12:30 p.m.; By Andargé Asfaw camera with manual controls required; details on website; CODE 1K0-0KL; Members $200; Nonmembers $250
Introduction to iPhone Photography Create great images by reviewing photography basics such as composition and exposure, and exploring the best apps, accessories, and editing and image management tools. THREE OPTIONS: One 4-hour session; Peggy Feerick; Sat., April 27, 10 a.m. (CODE 1K00KM); Sun., April 28, 10 a.m. (CODE 1K0-0KN); Sat., June 8, 10 a.m. (CODE 1K0-0KP); details on website; Members $75; Nonmembers $95 By Peggy Feerick
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Spring Landscape Photography on the Potomac
Sharpen your way of thinking about shooting outdoors. Sessions include lectures on depth of field, exposure adjustments, using a tripod, composition, and natural lighting conditions. Develop shooting strategies on field trips and in critique sessions.
An Environmental Photography Experience Field trips along the Potomac gorge provide abundant opportunities to develop photographic vision and refinement of style. Students produce a body of work or portfolio. 8 sessions; 3 hours each; Paul Matthai; Fri. April 5– June 7 (no class April 19 and May 24), 10:15 a.m.; camera with manual controls required; details on website; CODE 1K0-0MA; Members $245; Nonmembers $295
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6 sessions; 3 hours each; Joe Yablonsky; Sun., April 14–June 2 (no class April 21 and May 26), 1:30 p.m.; camera with By Joe Yablonsky manual controls required; details on website; CODE 1K0-0KW; Members $190; Nonmembers $240
Introduction to Studio Portraiture
Open Darkroom Plus Elevate darkroom skills through small-group lectures, individual instruction, and independent work. Learn about toning, fiber-based printing, dodging and burning, and assessment of print quality.
Produce a portfolio of student and model portraits in this class that focuses on basics such as posing a subject; using highlight and shadow; high key and low key lighting; using a flash meter; and understanding strobe lighting. 8 sessions; 3 hours each; Marty Kaplan; Mon., April 15–June 10 (no class May 27), 6:30 p.m.; camera with manual controls required; details on website; CODE 1K0-0KJ; Members $225; Nonmembers $275
THREE OPTIONS: 8 sessions; 3 hours each; Paul Matthai; Thurs., April 18–June 6, 6:30 p.m.; CODE 1K0-0LC; Joe Yablonsky; Sat., April 6–June 8 (no class April 20 and May 25), 10:15 a.m.; CODE 1K00LD; Sat., April 6–June 8 (no class April 20 and May 25), 1:30 p.m.; CODE 1K0-0LE; details on website; Members $235; Nonmembers $285 FOUR OPTIONS: 4 sessions; 3 hours each; Joe Yablonsky; Fri., March 1–22, 6:30 p.m. (CODE 1K00GN); Fri., April 5–May 3 (no class April 19), 6:30 p.m. (CODE 1K0-0LF); Fri., May 10–June 7 (no class May 24), 6:30 p.m. (CODE 1K0-0LG); Tues., May 7–May 28, 6:30 p.m. (CODE 1K0-0LH); Members $120; Nonmembers $150
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Introduction to Photography II
By Andargé Asfaw
Expand your understanding of photography fundamentals such as lighting, composition, shooting techniques, and gear, and photo-editing software. A photo excursion reinforces in-class instruction.
8 sessions; 2.5 hours each; Andargé Asfaw; Wed., April 17–June 5, 12:30 p.m.; camera with manual controls required; details on website; CODE 1K0-0KK; Members $200; Nonmembers $250
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Custom Digital Printing and Mat Cutting Printing digital photos and custom cutting mat board windows is explained in sessions that describe online printing labs, paper choices, aspect ratios, mat board choices, and cutter tools. Final assembly of printed photos is done in class. 2 sessions; 3 hours. each; Joe Yablonsky; Mon., April 22 and 29, 6:30 p.m.; mat board included; CODE 1K0-0KF; Members $100; Nonmembers $125 By Joe Yablonsky
Build Your Photographic Portfolio
Mastering Exposure
Evaluate your photos and identify the attributes that define your photographic vision. Homework assignments help you increase your collection of portfolio-quality work. Portfolio books, print sizes, order of presentation, photography websites, and presentation methods are discussed.
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3 sessions; 3 hours each; Joe Yablonsky; Mon., May 6–20, 6:30 p.m.; details on website; CODE 1K0-0KE; Members $125; Nonmembers $145
Exhibiting and Selling Your Photographs Get your photos seen and sold. Learn about strategies such as juried exhibitions, photo contests, showing in alternative spaces, art festivals, galleries, and websites. Sessions also address photographic portfolios, copyrighting, email marketing, postcards, pricing, printing photos, and matting and framing. One 3-hour session; Joe Yablonsky; Mon., April 15, 6:30 p.m.; CODE 1K0-0KG; details on website; Members $45; Nonmembers $65
Develop a greater understanding of exposure modes, exposure compensations, filter exposure factors, bracketing, metering modes, histograms, zone system, dynamic range, eliminating camera shake, tripods, and some flash concepts. Hone skills through assignments and in-class reviews. 5 sessions; 3 hours each; Joe Yablonsky; Thurs., April 18–May 16, 6:30 p.m.; camera with manual controls required; details on website; CODE 1K0-0KS; Members $185; Nonmembers $235
Photographic Creativity, Design, and Composition Achieving a balance of visual tension in an image creates well-made visual relationships. Gain a better understanding of compositional elements and their By Joe Yablonsky application in lectures and assignments focusing on extended shutter speeds, light graffiti, bokeh templates, and macro photography. 5 sessions; 3 hours each; Joe Yablonsky; Wed., April 24–May 22, 6:30 p.m.; details on website; CODE 1K0-0KT; Members $185; Nonmembers $235
iPhone Photography II A quick refresher on the ProCamera app and editing techniques is followed by a shooting session on the National Mall. The workshop ends with classroom critiques and discussion on organizing, posting and printing images. One 4-hour session; Peggy Feerick; Sun., June 9, 10 a.m.; details on website; CODE 1K0-0KQ; Members $75; Nonmembers $95 By Peggy Feerick
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Smithsonian Associates Membership Benefits Smithsonian Associates opens the Smithsonian’s rich and varied resources to our members. When you join Smithsonian Associates you become a part of the largest museum-based cultural and educational program in the world. As an insider, you have unparalleled access to the Smithsonian's world of knowledge—and enjoy a full array of exclusive benefits. Smithsonian Associates, unlike the museums, is not federally funded and relies instead on individual contributions to help bridge the gap between program expenses and ticket revenues. There are many membership options across the Smithsonian Institution, but Smithsonian Associates membership is the ONLY program that directly supports Associates’ programming and outreach efforts, and the only way to access ticket discounts and exclusive benefits at our programs. Effective January 2019
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As a member of Smithsonian Associates Circle of Support, you’ll play a vital and valued role in our work. Your contributions to Smithsonian Associates provide the support that enables all of our programs to continue and grow. There’s no better time to consider enhancing the level of your support. Depending on the level you choose, you’ll enjoy enhanced benefits such as early registration for Smithsonian Summer Camp and special programs, reserved seating at sold-out events, and invitations to exclusive receptions with speakers.
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1 Baird Auditorium Natural History Museum 10th and Constitution Ave., NW Metro: Federal Triangle (Blue/Orange/Silver) 2 Warner Bros. Theater American History Museum 14th and Constitution Ave., NW Metro: Smithsonian station, Mall exit (Blue/Orange/Silver) 3 Lisner Auditorium George Washington University 21st and H St., NW Metro: Foggy Bottom/GWU (Blue/Orange/Silver) 4 Meyer Auditorium Freer Gallery of Art 12th and Independence Ave., SW Metro: Smithsonian station, Independence Ave. exit (Blue/Orange/Silver) 5 Nan Tucker McEvoy Auditorium Smithsonian American Art Museum 8th and G Sts., NW Metro: Gallery Place-Chinatown (Red, Yellow/Green) 6 Rasmuson Theater American Indian Museum 4th and Independence Ave., SW Metro: L‘Enfant Plaza (Blue/Orange/Silver or Green/Yellow); Maryland Ave./Smithsonian Museums Exit
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7 Renwick Gallery, Grand Salon 1661 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Metro: Farragut North (Red) or Farragut West (Blue/Orange/Silver) 8 Ring Auditorium Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden 7th and Independence Ave., SW Metro: Smithsonian station, Mall exit (Blue/Orange/Silver) 9 Ripley Center 1100 Jefferson Drive, SW Metro: Smithsonian station, Mall exit (Blue/Orange/Silver) 10 Smithsonian Castle 1000 Jefferson Drive, SW Metro: Smithsonian–Mall exit (Blue/Orange/Silver) 11 STUDY TOURS BUS PICKUPS Location for most local tours: Holiday Inn Capitol, 550 C St., SW (corner of 6th & C); Metro: L’Enfant Plaza–7th & Maryland Ave. exit (Yellow/Green/ Blue/Orange/Silver)
12 U.S. Navy Memorial Foundation Auditorium 701 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Metro: Archives-Navy Memorial (Green/Yellow) 13 Voice of America Auditorium Wilbur J. Cohen Building 330 Independence Ave., SW (enter on C St.); Metro: Federal Center SW (Blue/Orange/Silver) 14 University of the District of Columbia Theater of the Arts (Not shown on map.) 4200 Connecticut Ave., N.W. Metro: Van Ness/UDC (Red line) METRO The Mall entrance of the Smithsonian station closes at 10 p.m. The other entrance, at Independence Ave. and 12th St., SW, closes at midnight and at 3 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays), as do the Gallery Place and Federal Triangle stations, To be sure not to miss the last train to your destination, call Metro at 202-637-7000 for schedules.
PARKING Nearby Colonial Parking garages are shown on the map. Some offer $6 parking for our events on weekday evenings after 5:30 p.m. and all day on Saturday and Sunday. Inquire before parking and have your event ticket with you. Parking lot hours vary. Very limited metered parking is available around the Mall ($2 per hour).
MEMBERSHIP Depending on your level of support, you will receive special benefits, including significant savings on most Smithsonian Associates program tickets; a monthly Smithsonian Associates program guide; discounts at museum shops and restaurants; notices about behind-the-scenes tours and special receptions with world-class speakers; and much more! Visit SmithsonianAssociates.org/join or call 202-633-3030 for more information. Join today!
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Mail .............................Smithsonian Associates, P.O. Box 23293, Washington, D.C. 20026-3293 In person ...................Mon.– Fri., 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Dr., S.W., Suite 3077, Washington, D.C. 20560 Fees............................There is a $3 nonrefundable per ticket processing fee on all tickets, except for Members-Only free events, Summer Camps, Smithsonian Sleepovers, and Discovery Theater. Please note that programs with multiple sessions have discounted processing fees applied to each individual session and charged as one fee. There is an additional $3 nonrefundable per order handling fee on phone orders.
REFUNDS are only issued when a program is canceled or if it sells out before we receive your order.
CREDIT TO YOUR SMITHSONIAN ASSOCIATES ACCOUNT Credit for cancellations or exchanges are only available for programs that cost more than $40. If in compliance with the specific guidelines below, credit is issued to your Smithsonian Associates account, not your credit card. Credits are non-transferable. Programs and Studio Arts Classes If a program or studio arts class is more than $40, and you wish to cancel your tickets or exchange them for another program, please contact Customer Service in writing (email, mail, or fax) at least two weeks before the program date to request a credit. (See contact information above.) Please note that there is a $10 cancellation fee, as well as a cost adjustment when there is a price difference between the programs. Courses To receive credit to your Smithsonian Associates account for a course, (excluding studio arts classes), please contact Customer Service in writing (email, mail, or fax) at least two weeks before the first session. Credit will also be issued within two weekdays after the first session, provided that Customer Service is contacted in writing
CHANGES IN PUBLISHED SCHEDULES Smithsonian Associates reserves the right to cancel, substitute speakers and session topics within a course, and reschedule or relocate any program, if needed. Occasionally, a time, date, or location of a program must change after it has been published or tickets have been mailed. Participants are notified by phone, email, or mail. Be sure to check our website SmithsonianAssociates.org for latest updates, or call 202-633-3030 during business hours for information.
(email, mail, or fax) within that period. Credit will be prorated to reflect the cost of the first session. No credit will be given after the first session. Overnight Study Tours To receive credit to your Smithsonian Associates account for an overnight tour, please contact Customer Service in writing (email, mail, or fax) at least 45 days before the tour date. At that point, there is a $10 cancellation fee. If your request is received between 44 and 15 days before the tour, cancellation fee is $100. No credit will be issued for cancellations received fewer than 15 days before the tour date. The cost of some components of tickets— such as entrance fees, theater tickets, food programs and meals, and some forms of transportation, may not be credited.
the educational and promotional purposes of Smithsonian Institution and Smithsonian Associates. Filming and/or photographing by participants at Smithsonian Associates programs is not permitted. VISITORS WITH DISABILITIES Smithsonian Associates seeks to make activities accessible to people with disabilities. Patrons with disabilities are encouraged to call before registering for programs to inquire about the accessibility of the presentations and locations. For information or to request accessibility assistance, please call 202-633-3030 (VOICE) or send an email to customerservice@SmithsonianAssociates.org
We also reserve the right to refuse to register any individual or to require any participant to withdraw from an activity if the Smithsonian Interpreters for programs are provided free of charge. Smithsonian representative deems such action to be in the best interests of the Associates will make arrangements if requests are made at least two health, safety, or welfare of the group or the participant. weeks in advance of the program. TICKETS AT THE DOOR Tickets are available (on a first-come, MOVING? Please write us with your new information and allow 6 weeks first-served basis) at the door for some Smithsonian Associates for the change to take effect. programs. Call 202-633-3030 to be sure that the program is not already sold out. HAVE QUESTIONS? Call Customer Service at 202-633-3030 M–F, GROUP DISCOUNTS Group discounts (for 10 or more) are available for some programs. Please call 202-633-3030 for details. PHOTOGRAPHING AND RECORDING PROGRAMS Participants at Smithsonian Associates programs may be photographed or filmed for
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Beyond the Studio Smithsonian Associates offers much more for art lovers than classes: Investigate our many programs and seminars on art and architecture; local and regional study tours to museums and artists’ studios; and our certificate program in world art history. And each month you’ll find plenty of fascinating programs on topics including history, science, culinary arts, music, travel, current events, and books. Visit our website to explore all the current offerings.