Browse our one-session workshops offered on Saturdays & Sundays
Watercolor Still Life Workshop
(Ages 5–11) $65 for 1 session
Saturday, May 2, 2026 • 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Emma’s Art Studio
4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Explore watercolor painting through a guided still-life study using real objects and professional materials. Students will learn watercolor techniques such as wet-on-wet, layering, color mixing, and brush control while developing observation skills and confidence.
Charcoal Lab: Mark-Making & Experimentation
(Ages 5–11) $65 for 1 session
Saturday, May 16, 2026 • 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Emma’s Art Studio
4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Experiment with charcoal to explore line, value, texture, and bold mark-making. Young artists will learn how to control and manipulate charcoal through smudging, erasing, layering, and gesture while working from prompts and observation.
Printmaking Workshop
(Ages 8–11) $65 for 1 session
Saturday, May 23, 2026 • 1:00–3:00 PM
📍 Emma’s Art Studio
4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814
Explore pattern, texture, and repetition through hands-on printmaking techniques. Each student will design and create original prints while learning the basics of printmaking in a playful, supportive environment.
Painting Workshop
(Ages 5–11) $95 for 1 session
Saturday, May 30, 2026 • 1:00-3:00 PM
📍 Glen Echo Arcade Building Room 201, 7300 Macarthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD 20812
This fun and engaging workshop is perfect for kids who love to paint or want to learn more about the art of painting. Students will explore a variety of painting techniques, including watercolor, and mixed media.
Parent + Child Workshops
All guardians welcome! Caretakers, relatives, uncles, aunts, grandparents, or family friends!
Tuition includes 1 Adult + 1 Child. All materials are included!
Email info@emmateachesart.com to add an additional participant.
Mathematical Art Workshop
Saturday, April 18, 2026 • 1:00-3:00 PM
📍 Glen Echo Arcade Building –
7300 Macarthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD 20812
Ages 5–10
$105 (Includes 1 Adult + 1 Child)
Deepen your appreciation for the intersection of art and math! Create captivating geometric paintings on canvas and delve into concepts like symmetry and patterns. Utilize tools such as protractors, compasses, and rulers, exploring mathematical fundamentals like measurement, counting, and geometrical shapes—all while fostering creativity!
Watercolor Nature Sketching
Sunday, April 19, 2026 • 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Emma’s Art Studio – 4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD
Ages 4–10
$95 (Includes 1 Adult + 1 Child)
Practice loose, observational watercolor techniques inspired by nature. Focus on shape, line, and expressive brushwork. Tuition covers one parent/guardian and child pair.
Marbled Paper + Collage Compositions
Sunday, April 26, 2026 • 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Emma’s Art Studio – 4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD
Ages 4–10
$95 (Includes 1 Adult + 1 Child)
Combine marbled papers (prepared in class) with collage to create layered works of art.
Polymer Clay Magnets
Sunday, May 3, 2026 • 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Emma’s Art Studio – 4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD
Ages 4–10
$95 (Includes 1 Adult + 1 Child)
Sculpt small decorative magnets using simple shapes and texture tools. Pieces will be baked and ready for pickup the following week.
Bag Charms
Sunday, May 3, 2026 • 1:00-2:30 PM
📍 Emma’s Art Studio – 4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD
Ages 5–10
$75 (Includes 1 Adult + 1 Child)
Looking for a fun pre-Mother’s Day activity with your child? Design, create, and take home your own custom bag charms and keychains in this fun, hands-on workshop using a colorful range of stone, glass, and ceramic beads. Participants will receive step-by-step guidance design and construction, along with personalized assistance to ensure a lovely finished product. Students can expect to complete approximately 2–3 bag charms or keychains during the session. Perfect for jewelry makers of all levels — no prior experience necessary!
Handmade Sketchbook Covers
Sunday, May 10, 2026 • 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Emma’s Art Studio – 4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD
Ages 4–10
$95 (Includes 1 Adult + 1 Child)
Decorate and personalize a small sketchbook using collage, marbling, and mixed media techniques.
Expressive Charcoal Portraits
Sunday, May 17, 2026 • 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Emma’s Art Studio – 4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD
Ages 4–10
$95 (Includes 1 Adult + 1 Child)
Explore simplified portrait drawing using shadow shapes and blending techniques — approachable for all ages.
Family Printmaking Celebration
Sunday, May 24, 2026 • 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Emma’s Art Studio – 4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD
Ages 4–10
$95 (Includes 1 Adult + 1 Child)
A playful printmaking session combining simple silkscreen and relief techniques for a colorful end-of-spring celebration.
Tunnel Books
Returning in the fall!
📍 Emma’s Art Studio – 4931 Cordell Ave, Bethesda, MD
Ages 4–10
$95 (Includes 1 Adult + 1 Child)
Create a dimensional paper “scene” using cut layers and simple folding techniques. A magical book-making experience.