They may be good for children and adults who just want to color and socialize. But their classes…read moreare too inconsistent if you are an adult that is serious about learning and building skills.

My daughter has taken MANY classes here (painting, drawing, crafting, etc.) and all of them have…read morebeen wonderful. The staff are caring and creative, and the class sizes are small, which means your child gets a lot of extra attention. We recently had a birthday party here as well, and it was the best birthday party she's ever had. The girls were all engaged and had so much fun. There's a lovely party room downstairs where kids can have snacks, cake, etc. I was really overwhelmed by how wonderful the experience was.

This place was awesome! They were all booked on Valentine's Day for their "Three Hour Try It Class"…read morewhen I called but I emailed them and Russ got back to me quickly and let me know they had a cancellation and had room after all. My girlfriend and I are very glad those other people cancelled. Russ, Ginger, and another woman helped us and were all very nice and knowledgeable. The class was a very good value since we got a tour of the facility and top-notch instruction. They demonstrated how to make your first bowl on a pottery wheel which looks easy at first but takes some practice. They are happy to help you learn the basics and even go a bit further. Once we were done creating about eight pieces or so and after the three hours was up they let us pick two of the items each to have painted and glazed. We are excited to see how they turn out and to go to the Alexandria Clay Coop again soon. This made for a great Valentine's Day date too.

My partner and I took pottery classes here. Our instructor Lore was extremely skilled and did a…read moregreat job of showing the ropes. Glazing and firing your pieces outside of being a student is pretty pricy compared to other studios though so after our classes were over my partner and I found a new clay studio to class and fire our homemade pieces.

The Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA) is a quick worthwhile visit…read more A big appeal of MoCA is that there's abundant off-street parking and the museum is free. While there is an upstairs and downstairs, the exhibits are rather small and it will take you less than a half hour to go through the entire museum. While there were a couple people at the information window, I was the only visitor during my brief time here. I did find all the art at MoCA interesting.

This is a wonderful museum in the heart of Arlington. I've been here a few times now and even took…read morea class here recently. I love their galleries and they always have so many exciting activities and events planned. There are two locations; the museum and they have a smaller location over by AWS in Arlington.

A very enjoyable experience, even if you don't think of yourself as the most artistically inclined…read more The space itself is inviting, the experience is fun, and the staff were all incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. Pricing for the experience itself was very fair, though the food and drink was a tad on the pricier side but still acceptable. Can definitely see myself going back and highly recommend others give it a try. Added bonus is that they have some art from local artists for sale on the wall, much of which is very fairly priced and would make some incredible decor or gifts.

This is a great spot to do something new (albeit - not the cheapest activity in the DMV if you are…read moreprice-sensitive). Decided to do this with co-workers, and honestly, we all had a great time. We all had various skill levels when it came to painting, but we all enjoyed ourselves. Our instructor was also very helpful - guiding us through the different steps of completing our portraits and encouraging us along the way. There were also food and wine options. I wouldn't say they're the best ever, but it hit good. Especially drinking wine and painting. I would highly recommend checking out this place next time you want to do something new :)

An institution on Capitol Hill, my elementary school aged daughter has taken a few after school…read moreclasses here. A CHAW van picks her and others up and takes them to the art and theater classes. She loves each class and enjoys the instructors. There's easy street parking nearby making pick up seamless.

CHAW is a really positive contributor to the Capital Hill community, in art, music, drama for all…read moreages and experiences. In particular I have been participating in the open figure drawing sessions for several years and really enjoy the atmosphere and the creativity. The organizers of this group are knowledgeable and always helpful.

I saw a Facebook post where someone recommended Moonlight Studios a spot right in Prince George's…read moreCounty! I booked a Sip, snack, and create class with Elle. In the class, you create your very own masterpiece in a fun and interactive setting. The night starts with an in-depth demonstration on the potter's wheel, then you (and a partner, family, friends) get hands-on shaping and forming your own work of art. The best part? It's super affordable, and they provide wine, nonalcoholic beverages, and snacks! If you're looking for a creative date night or just a fun way to unwind, this is it. Full . It's a very erotic and relaxing class. I definitely want to go back !

I had the absolute best time at the studio today. The bowl making class has so many design options…read moreand the instructor (Elle) was right there to explain the in/outs of everything. I met great people and am seriously considering a membership. It's an excellent opportunity to decompress, socialize and tap into your creative side. Bring your friends or date. Forget about the traffic to Rockville, Gaithersburg or Ellicot City this place is close, huge and fun!

My work organized an event here in December 2024. I really enjoyed it. I didn't know it would be as…read moremuch work as it was, but it was still fun. You can be an "artist" without a lot of training. I would return with a group of any age.

Staff is super friendly and there are so many options to choose from for adults as well as younger…read morekids.

The non credit options have been on hiatus for a while. Their site mentions vaccine status, so most…read morelikely covid related which is a few years old now. Hopefully they have some sort of update on their one off or non-credit classes.

Great classes, and great teachers. I think it's the only high quality art school in DC…read more Everybody is so helpful there.

We came here for our baby shower and we had an amazing time! The owner of the shop is very easy to…read morecoordinate and is a very kind person. The pricing of the shop does not break the bank, but depending on what activity you select, for example candle making verse blanket making, the price may vary. There's plenty of space to hold an activity for up to around 25 people. When you do an activity there's about 8 or so people assigned to a table. We were able to have a table for food and were able to decorate the table and around it with freedom. Honestly, we had a lot of fun and would do it again!

I had a really fun time at AR Workshop last weekend in their Chunky Knit Blanket workshop. My mom,…read moresister and I decided to do the workshop as a fun activity for my mom's birthday and this was a great activity for all experience levels. The owner Stephanie was our instructor and was super friendly, helpful and personable. I went into this activity unsure of how my blanket would turn out and left feeling confident with my completed blanket (that now adorns my couch as an accent piece) The shop is easy to find on King St and there was plenty of street parking on a Saturday morning.

Cheverly Pottery is the best. The studio is welcoming and the potters are friendly. There are…read morestudents of all skill levels and various classes to fit your experience or get your feet wet. As someone who has been throwing pots for a few years, I'm definitely eyeing the the Studio Artists which is designed for independent ceramicists. The studio space itself is pretty large and Kendra keeps a large supply of clay, tools, and other items you'll need for throwing pots or hand building. Even more importantly, pots get fired pretty quickly so you're not waiting weeks to finally get to your batch of pots that need to be glazed, etc. Kendra also works with you on honing in on any techniques if you've got the basics down, or helping you master the foundational skills. Given the pottery studios in the DMV are always full and have waitlists, it was very exciting to see this new studio open up and actually get a spot without wondering if I'll ever get a chance to take a class!

Kendra is a thoughtful and patient teacher. Throwing in a wheel is hard. She makes the process of…read morenearing competence a joy. Small classes in a well appointed space with all the tools a new potter might need. You may be coming home with lots of bowls and vases but your ADHD hyper focus hobby will stay at the pottery instead of tools and clay exploding all over your house.