Smithsonian Studio Arts

05/07/2026

Escape the heat: take a cool, creative class this summer! Our studio arts summer classes are officially on sale, and there’s no better time to return to the studio. From painting and drawing to art theory, printmaking, and more, this season’s classes invite you to experiment, build skills, and make space for creativity. Join expert instructors and a vibrant community of artists—wherever you are: s.si.edu/StudioArts

03/06/2026

Our spring studio arts season brings a wide range of offerings for students at all levels of experience, aimed at stretching your skills, sparking your curiosity, and building confidence along the way!

View the Spring Studio Arts 2026 program guide:

In this special Studio Arts-focused publication, browse upcoming Spring 2026 classes and workshops that span media from sculpture to fiber arts, painting and drawing to photography, all taught by prof

02/19/2026

Add a creative spark to your spring with hands-on arts classes taught by professional artists!

Refresh your skills and spark new ideas this spring—open to all levels, wherever you are

02/11/2026

Smithsonian Associates monthly program guide. Smithsonian Associates is the largest museum-based education program in the world, offering more than 1,000 individual programs each year to excite the le

02/08/2026

01/20/2026

Tap into the power of uplifting language as you transform meaningful words—quotes, poems, lyrics, mantras, or personal affirmations—into expressive works of art.

01/10/2026

Have a relaxing new year with a fiber arts class! Whether you’re looking for a mindful activity or something to do while binging your favorite show, knitting, embroidery, and quilting are just the thing. View upcoming classes: https://s.si.edu/Fiber-Arts

12/22/2025

All of us here at Smithsonian Associates wish you and yours a wonderful holiday season and a joyous New Year!

12/12/2025

Let Kandinsky’s bold winter colors spark your imagination. ❄️ On December 17, teaching artist Mary Hall Surface leads a reflective writing workshop for all levels—an invitation to look outwardly at art and inwardly through writing.

Register: https://s.si.edu/WinterColors

Winter Landscape by Wassily Kandinsky, 1909