Art Workshops
Learn Procreate Art Studio, with Jeffrey “Jblend” Brady
Start creating art on your iPad in this fun, relaxed beginners class. We will learn the basics of Procreate brushes, layers and creative workflow, all on the #1 drawing app for iPad. Loved by millions of creatives worldwide and packed with powerful and easy-to-use features, Procreate is an art studio in the palm of your hand.
About the Instructor: Jeffrey “Jblend” Brady has 25 years of instructional experience with beginner and intermediate creators. He has recently shown artwork at Arlington County Courthouse Gallery and the Adams Morgan Art Walk. Brady has been the artist and animator in residence for Washington DC’s premiere autobiographical, theatrical storytelling organization, Story District. He serves as a volunteer for Artomatic DC.
Other topics we will discuss: Sharing your work Using procreate to design for print jobs Opportunities for further self-guided learning
Required Materials: iPad with procreate installed Charging cable to keep you powered up
Optional according to artist preference: Apple Pencil (any generation) Portable still life Photo(s) if you prefer a photo study
To purchase Procreate for iPad: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/procreate/id425073498
Saturday, October 17, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
ACW MEMBER COST: $40
NON-MEMBER COST: $50
NON-MEMBER COST: $50
Registration & Cancellation Policy
Payment covers all materials. No makeups, refunds or credits for missed sessions.
***The ACW Studio is located on the 3rd floor via steep stairs. There is no other access.
Instagram Growth Workshop, with Instructor Sam Shelton
Social Media is a versatile and free tool to help you market your business. Sam Shelton is a Torpedo Factory Art Center resident artist and has grown her Meta followers to over 50 thousand across Instagram, Facebook and Threads within the last 3 years. She is currently part of Instagram’s creator network and has been invited into their bonus program.
Topics:
– Types of accounts
– Types of posts
– Captions/Hash-tagging
– Tips to increase followers & engagement
– Collaboration with ACW IG and other artists/organizations
– DM Marketing & monetization
– Personal tips based on review of your IG account & take away handout
– Q & A
Required: Instagram account with at least 2 posts.
After you register, please email your IG handle to sam.l.shelton@gmail.com
Tuesday, October 20, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
ACW MEMBER COST: $40
NON-MEMBER COST: $55
NON-MEMBER COST: $55
Registration & Cancellation Policy
Payment covers all materials. No makeups, refunds or credits for missed sessions.
Basic Relief Printmaking, with Instructor Karen La Du
Discover the fundamentals of relief printmaking. In this 4 session series, taught by Karen La Du, participants will design, carve, ink and print an edition of hand pulled original prints while exploring the possibilities of this versatile medium. Limit: 15. All materials provided.
Saturdays 10:30am – 1 pm
SEP 19 – OCT 10, 2026 (4 sessions)
ACW MEMBER COST: $150
NON-MEMBER COST: $180
SEP 19 – OCT 10, 2026 (4 sessions)
ACW MEMBER COST: $150
NON-MEMBER COST: $180
Registration & Cancellation Policy
Payment covers all four sessions. No makeups, refunds or credits for missed sessions.
Full refund through August 20; no refunds after.
Watercolor (for all levels), with Instructor Vian Borchert
In this 6 week Watercolor painting course, designed for all levels, students will explore traditional watercolor and experimental watercolor techniques. Color theory and composition are emphasized through images based on varying subject matters such as landscape and still-life and studies of master artists’ artwork. Students are welcome to work from the images the instructor provides or bring their own images to work from.Students will be guided in creating a pleasing work of art.
Tuesdays 10am – 12 pm
SEP 22 – NOV 3, 2026 (6 sessions)
ACW MEMBER COST: $200
NON-MEMBER COST: $250
SEP 22 – NOV 3, 2026 (6 sessions)
ACW MEMBER COST: $200
NON-MEMBER COST: $250
*** RSVP by August 31 and receive a 5% discount ***
Supply list will be emailed before 1st class.
Class is limited to 12 participants.
Payment covers all six sessions. No makeups, refunds or credits for missed sessions.
Art Workshops are open to the public.
