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An innovative collaboration of visual and performing arts and education in the unique historic setting of the former DC prison.

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Special Events

The Workhouse Art Center is host to many special events throughout the year; anything from ballroom dances, golf tournaments, the Collector's Showcase and much, much more. Be sure to check back often for the most up-to-date events and happenings at the Workhouse! Having trouble registering online? No problem; call us and we can register you over the phone at 703-584-2900.



Special workshops and classes that don't quite fit into a normal category can also be found on this page! If you have any questions about our offerings, please ask!

Special Workshops

Williamsburg Oils Lecture/Demo

The Williamsburg Oils lecture is a two hour educational presentation that covers topics essential to oil painting.  During this event, attendees will learn about sizes & grounds, using oil over acrylics, pigment grind, color properties, oil mediums, varnishing, solvent-free painting practices, and health & safety!  You will also get the opportunity to do several short hands-on exercises that feature some of our favorite ways to work with Williamsburg colors.  Each attendee will receive a color chart, product literature, and a small box of oil paint samples to take home.


When: Friday September 27th from 6pm-8pm
Where: Gallery W16 - Muse


Tuition:
$10 for general public
$5 for Workhouse Arts Center Artist


Seat must be reserved 24 hours in advance, walk-ins will not be accommodated. 

This event must have a minimum of 10 people in order to run. This event maxes out at 25 people.

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Special Classes

How to ‘Exhibit’ Well! (Winter)

All Skill Levels: Adults

Instructor: Britt Conley

We explore the aspects of ‘showing’ well, from beginners to advanced exhibitors. We begin with what it means to create a thematic show through and finish with your own countdown road map and exhibition timeline. We cover a lot of topics that are essential to showing well. Many already know about artist statements, bio, cv, or resume, but how you determine changes to fit the anticipated show or venue is important. We will go over a variety of subject necessities including presentation expectations for matts, framing, hardware, etc., with tips for framing on a budget. We’ll also cover marketing promotionals: photography essentials and text concepts for social media, your physical show card and putting out a press release. Most importantly, we will go over the logistical and aesthetic rules of hanging a show including concepts regarding the art of hanging including, overall display. By the end of the class you’ll have what you need to guide you through having a solo exhibit or if you are already exhibiting, how to exhibit even better! It’s not just about giving the world what you want to make, it’s about making sure what you’ve made fits into the perfect show or career expectations.

Winter Quarter: 9 weeks

Sunday January 12, 9am-11am


Tuition: $220
Location: W-10

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The Workhouse Arts Center is a program of the Workhouse Arts Foundation.
All Images and Content Copyright 2012 Workhouse Arts Foundation, Inc. | A 501(c)(3) Corporation

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