Upcoming Classes:
It might be fun to have some classes and workshops taught by Alchemy's artists so last year we put out a sign-up book. Well, 275 signatures later, we now realize that the idea is a good one! Listed below are classes and workshops you will find interesting and fun! Come meet local artists, neighbors and make new friends.
Class List by Date – Please also click on the Google Calendar link to see these classes in a visual layout. When you sign up for these classes and workshops, please provide all of your contact info, including your cell phone number in case we need to cancel a class for any reason.
Here are our Classes and Workshops for September. Let us know if there is something you would like to take that isn’t listed and we’ll find someone to teach it!
Come play with us!
What: The Magic of Colour Glazes Workshop!
When: Tuesday, May 29th through Tuesday, July 31st -- (10 classes)
(2 times to choose from): 2 pm to 4 pm or 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Where: Guy Mason Recreation Center, 3600 Calvert Street, NW,
Washington, DC 20007 – Plenty of Free Parking on Site
What: Come enjoy this amazing art workshop taught by Neil Joffe from South Africa. The 10-week workshop will teach you how to transform your artwork using colored glazes. Learn this easy to use technique and take your oil or acrylic paintings to a completely new level.
Who: Neil Joffe, a native of South Africa, studied art at the Johannesburg Art Foundation under Bill Ainsly in 1980. He obtained a national diploma in fine art from the Witwatersrand Technikon and exhibited in various galleries in Johannesburg prior to moving back to America. Many of his paintings are commissioned works for private clients. The motifs in his paintings--great birds, bull men, and ancestral spirits and goddesses--celebrate and guide his African dream and the victory of retaining his South African identity.
Contact: Neil Joffe at 301-920-1356, or email him at neiljoffe@hotmail.com to sign up.
Fee: $200 for the 10-session class. Make your check payable to Neil Joffe and mail it immediately to Neil Joffe, c/o Alchemy, 8025 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910.
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What: Stitch ‘n Dish for Knitters
It may be too hot for wool, but it's never too hot to knit.....especially at an ice cream parlor!
When: Tuesday, July 10 and Wednesday, July 25 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Where: Moreenko’s Ice Cream Cafe
Class Description:
(Knit – Verb phrase – to make a fabric by interlocking loops of yarn)
(Dish—Verb phrase - Slang. to talk together informally, esp., to gossip.)
Drop in every other Wednesday evening to knit ...’n “dish” with other crafters. Come enjoy the companionship of others who share your love of knitting, share a few tips, get help with a project, or just relax with your needles. It’s a great opportunity to carve some space out of your week to work on that project you keep meaning to finish. All levels welcome.
Cost: Free but please RSVP
Questions? Contact: Christine Carpino, 301-651-0392 or email BabeKnits@hotmail.com
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What: Artist Trading Card (ATC) Workshop
When: Tuesday, July 24th, 6:30 – 9:30 pm – First Session
Tuesday, August 14th – 6:30 – 9:30 pm – Second Session
Where: Heliport Gallery, 8001 Kennett St. Suite 3, Silver Spring, Md. 20910
What: Artist Trading Cards are small unique works of art that people make and then trade with one another. The premise behind trading cards is that you create your card in an environment of creating for art’s sake -- making something for the pure joy of it -- not for monetary gain. Trading is just that – sharing your art with others for no other reason than wanting to share a bit of creativity with someone else. (read more)
Minimum # of Participants: 4
Maximum # of Participants: 15
Minimum Age: 15
Maximum Age: 110
Fee: $25; Materials fee: $ 45, for a total of $70. NOW $50 Fees for teenagers and students at Montgomery College (with valid school ID) are reduced to $10 plus the $25 materials fee, for a total of $35
RSVP: Brenda Smoak at zengardens555@yahoo.com by July 15th with complete contact info (name, address, email, and phone numbers). Make your check to Alchemy and mail it to: Alchemy, 8025 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910.
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What: Beginner Mosaic Art Class (two class times to choose from)
When: Wednesday 8/15 10am-12pm and Thursday 8/16 10-11am
OR
Tuesday 8/21 7-9pm and Thursday 8/23 7-8 pm
Where: Heliport Gallery, 8001 Kennett St., Suite 3, Silver Spring, Md. 20910
Class Description: Have you ever broken a piece of good china? Recycle your heartache into a dynamic piece of art! Create a 6”x 6” tiled mirror while learning basic mosaic art design using glass tiles. Techniques discussed include selecting a base, application techniques and grouting techniques. Follow a pattern provided by the instructor or create your own pattern with the colored tiles provided. (By the way, if you would rather make a 4’ x 6’ picture frame or a trivet instead of the mirror, please let Christina know.)
Cost: $60 for 2 class sessions $45 materials fee, for a total of $105.
Make your check payable to Christina Schwalm and mail it to her c/o Alchemy, 8025 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910. All class materials will be provided for you.
Minimum: 8
Maximum 15
Instructor: Christina Schwalm, schwizalm@gmail.com
Please RSVP to Christina via the above email no later than August 3 for the first session or no later than August 14th for the second session to ensure enough time to order and receive the materials. Provide all of your contact info (name, address, email and phone numbers) so Christina can be in touch with you.
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What: Learn to Knit!
When: Saturday, August 11th, 11:00 a.m.
Sunday, August 12th, 11:00 a.m.
Where: Moorenko’s Ice Cream (across the street from Alchemy)
Class Description: Beat the heat with a great new hobby! You’ll learn the knit stitch, purl stitch and how to cast on
and cast off. Cost includes yarn, bamboo knitting needles, and patterns to make a hat and scarf, and a resource guide.
Cost: $45
Maximum Number of Students: 10
Instructor: Janet Harris, Sirrah Studios
Contact information: janet@sirrahstudios.com. Contact Janet directly to register.
You will register for this class directly through Janet. Please make your check for $45 payable to Alchemy.
