Art Classes & Workshops
Art League School
Beginning in Oil Painting (Adults)
Dates: Mondays, Jan. 12th to Mar. 9th, from 10:15 am - 12:45 pm
Location: Torpedo Factory Art Center (105 North Union Street, Alexandria, VA)
Description: This class provides a foundation for observation-based painting in classical realism. Students learn about the material, value, proportions, and colors. We will explore paintings of still life and landscape. Classes include a combination of demonstrations, step-by-step directions, and discussions on art appreciation.
Duration: Nine Sessions
Price: $270 (Basic painting materials required.).
Plein Air Painting Class (Adults)
Dates: Apr. 15th to May 27th on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 12pm
Location: McLean Project for the Arts (1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101)
We will study both on-site and from a photograph of a scenic landscape, learning how to simplify the complex elements that make up the scene into a solid composition. Further, we will introduce a few watercolor techniques and explore oil painting by utilizing tools such as brushes, palette knives, and Catalyst wedges to highlight value, color, light patterns, edges, and perspective to create our interpretation of the landscape. Classes will include a combination of demonstration, discussion, and art appreciation. We will meet on-site in different locations each week. Supplies: Oil Painting and/or Watercolor
Class Package: Seven Sessions
Price: $270/$255 MCC district residents (Please bring your supply)
Elevating Your Vision: Intermediate/Advanced Painting (Adults)
Dates: Tuesdays, Apr. 14th - May 19th, 10 am to 12:30 pm
Location: McLean Project for the Arts (Will meet onsite and at McLean Community Center (1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA 22101)
This course is designed for intermediate to advanced students eager to deepen their oil painting practice. Inspired by the art of old masters in classical realism, this workshop centers on observation-based painting through portrait, figure, and landscape. Students are led to refine their paintings through composition, brush strokes, edges, value, and design. Most sessions will feature a live model. Students interested in landscapes may work from photographs or set up a still life as an alternative.Classes will include a combination of demonstration, art appreciation, and critique.
Class Package: 6 lessons @ 2.5 hrs
Price: $235/$220 MCC district residents
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Introduction to Oil Painting (Adults)
Dates: Tuesdays, Jan. 27th to Mar. 17th, from 10 am - 12:30 pm
Location: McLean Project for the Arts (1234 Ingleside Avenue, McLean, VA 22101)
Description: This class provides a foundation for observation-based painting in classical realism. Students learn about the material, value, proportions, and colors. We will explore paintings of still life, landscape or animals. Classes include demonstrations, step-by-step instructions, and discussions on art appreciation.
Duration: Eight Sessions @ 2.5 hrs.
Price: $310/$290 MCC residents (Basic painting materials required.)
Independent Study & Mentorship in Painting
Finding Your Vision in Paint (Adults and Teens)
Date: Saturdays from 10 am to 12 pm, Sept. 20th - Nov. 15th, 2025
Location: Rockville, Maryland
Description: This course welcomes students of all levels who wish to pursue a personal artistic goal or project. Whether you’re interested in portraits, landscapes, or still life, you’ll work in a relaxed, supportive environment focused on observation-based painting. Instruction emphasizes composition, brushwork, edges, value, and overall design.
Stephanie offers individual guidance and personalized lesson plans to support each student’s growth.
Duration: Nine sessions
Tuition: $441 (students bring their own supplies)
Drop-in: $60 per class (cash only)
Model fee is additional
Register: Email changsteph@yahoo.com or click here.
Italian Plein-Air Travel Workshop
June 1st-8th, 2026
Join Stephanie Chang and Judith Brown for an exhilarating immersion into the harmony and rhythms of the Italian landscape. Our workshop will provide step-by-step instructions to help you capture your inspiration through painting and drawing. Be captivated by the architectural elements, townscapes, sculptures, fountains, figures in a landscape, and more. Observe and interpret the dynamic relationships within the pictorial space, and the importance of values, edges, and color, in ways that will immediately improve your work. All levels of painters will benefit from this workshop, from fearless beginners to professional artists.
Summer Workshop in Taiwan
This class offers a foundation in observation-based painting in the style of classical realism. Students learn about materials, value, proportions, and colors. We will explore painting landscapes or portraits.
July, 2026
Portrait Connection Program
Community Outreach- Portrait Drawing at Assisted Living Facility
Date: TBA
Location: Rockville, Maryland
Description: This class offers a foundation in observation-based figure and portrait painting in classical realism. Students will study the anatomy of the human face and figure in costume while learning essential concepts such as gesture, value, and proportion. We will explore masterpieces from the Renaissance to the Modern era, drawing inspiration from renowned artists and styles to create our unique portrait paintings.
Classes will include a combination of demonstration, step-by-step direction, and discussion/art appreciation. Additionally, if the situation arises,
We will visit residents at the Assisted Living Facility in Washington, D.C., as part of our community outreach program, Portrait Connections.
Duration: Nine Sessions
Price: $441 (please bring supplies) $60 drop-in fee (to be paid in cash at the time of class)
Register: Email changsteph@yahoo.com or click here.
Paint & Sip Class
Dates: TBD
Location: Rockville, Maryland
Description: Whether you’re an experienced artist or just starting your artistic journey, I invite you to join us to celebrate the soothing act of painting while sipping your ideal beverage. This is a great way to stir your creative side while enjoying each other’s company and taking a much-needed break from the demands of everyday life.
Duration: One Session
Price: $60 (You are welcome to pay in cash at the time of class)
Register: To sign up for this package, email changsteph@yahoo.com, or visit here.