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Life Drawing
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Hillyer Art Space
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Dupont Circle
9 Hillyer Court NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20008
The Life Drawing series is an independent figure drawing class that allows students to work from a nude model in your choice of mediums. While skill level is varied, there is no immediate instruction allowing each student to practice their drawing skills at their own pace. The Life Drawing series at Hillyer Art Space is the perfect opportunity...
Metal Lathe SBU
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TechShop DC-Arlington
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Arlington
2110-B Crystal Dr, Arlington, Virginia 22202
The lathe is used to create detailed cylindrical or tapered objects in plastic or metal. In this Safety and Basic Use course (SBU), learn the basic operations of metal turning on the lathe to safely select speeds, select and change cutting tools, use the digital readout, and secure work to make accurate cuts. Explore the theory of how to choose the...
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Coptic Bookbinding
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TechShop DC-Arlington
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Arlington
2110-B Crystal Dr, Arlington, Virginia 22202
Want a beautiful and durable sketchbook? Would you like to learn bookbinding but don’t know where to start? Maybe you just want to learn a style of binding that you can combine with other skills you’re learning. Coptic binding lays flat, which is ideal for sketchbooks and journals. The hard covers can be made from a variety of materials,...
Woodshop Access
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TechShop DC-Arlington
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Arlington
2110-B Crystal Dr, Arlington, Virginia 22202
Learn how to safely operate the core woodshop tools in this Access class (formerly Safety and Basic Use). After this class member's will have access to the SawStop table saw, sliding compound miter saw, drill press, band saw, and belt and disk sanders. Learn to set up straight cuts (rip and crosscut), mitered cuts, curved cuts, smooth edges,...
All Day Private Photography Class
Digital Photo Academy instructors are available to accommodate personal schedules and provide a full day, 7 hours of instruction to suit the needs of individual parties. Typically the session will last approximately, beginning with a discussion about the student’s specific camera equipment and photographic needs, then leading into an in-the-field...
Half Day Private Photography Class
Digital Photo Academy instructors are available to accommodate personal schedules and provide a half day, 3 hours of instruction to suit the needs of individual parties. Typically the session will last approximately, beginning with a discussion about the student’s specific camera equipment and photographic needs, then leading into an in-the-field...
Advanced Sheet Metal
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TechShop DC-Arlington
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Arlington
2110-B Crystal Dr, Arlington, Virginia 22202
Advanced sheet metal is taking sheet metal to the next step. This class will build a small box with a hinged lid from mild sheet steel. A more intricate pattern is used in this design and multi-part construction will be discussed during class. The top edges of the box have been reinforced to make them stiffer and less sharp. You will leave class...
Make a Plasma Cut Flower
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TechShop DC-Arlington
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Arlington
2110-B Crystal Dr, Arlington, Virginia 22202
In this workshop, each student will design a flower on sheet steel and use the plasma cutter to cut the design straight out of the metal. You,ll then learn to work with the metal to create curves in your petals and leaves. Once the "petals" are ready, you'll attach them to a metal "stem" and spot weld them together. This is a flower that will...
Carbon Fiber Basics
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TechShop DC-Arlington
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Arlington
2110-B Crystal Dr, Arlington, Virginia 22202
In this class, you will learn the basics of carbon fiber layup, then combine raw carbon fiber cloth, a strengthener and 2-part, high-strength epoxy to make your very own carbon fiber key fob and take it home with you. This class focuses on the "compression molding" technique of carbon fiber fabrication, which you can easily use to make your own custom...
First Friday @ Hillyer
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Hillyer Art Space
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Dupont Circle
9 Hillyer Court NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20008
First Friday openings are a collaborative effort to strengthen arts and culture in the beautiful, multi-cultural neighborhood of Dupont Circle. On the First Friday of every month between 6-9 p.m., galleries in our neighborhood host simultaneous openings for art enthusiasts from all walks of life. We encourage all to join us for our openings...
Laser Cutting and Etching SBU - ULS
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TechShop DC-Arlington
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Arlington
2110-B Crystal Dr, Arlington, Virginia 22202
Learn how to use a laser cutter to cut, etch and engrave designs in a variety of materials up to 24" x 18" and up to 3/8" thick in this Safety and Basic Use (SBU) class. Work with acrylic, wood, paper, cardboard, fabric, leather, and even chocolate! Using graphics software like Adobe Illustrator or CorelDRAW, cut intricate designs and engrave...
Silkscreen Printing Basics SBU
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TechShop DC-Arlington
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Arlington
2110-B Crystal Dr, Arlington, Virginia 22202
In this hands-on class, learn the basics of silkscreen printing. TechShop makes it easy by using vinyl stencils rather than photo-emulsion. Prepare a vinyl stencil, transfer onto a screen, apply ink to fabric through screen, and then heat set the ink. It’s that simple. You will learn the proper technique of applying Ink through a silkscreen while...
Basic Sewing Machine SBU
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TechShop DC-Arlington
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Arlington
2110-B Crystal Dr, Arlington, Virginia 22202
In this Safety and Basic Use (SBU) class, learn to use a sewing machine. Acquire skills to correctly thread machine, fill and place the bobbin, and change the foot. Also learn to sew straight, zig-zag, basting, and other specialty stitches. This machine sews through regular weight fabric but not heavy duty materials like leather or thick canvas. Go...
Industrial Serger Sewing Machine SBU
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TechShop DC-Arlington
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Arlington
2110-B Crystal Dr, Arlington, Virginia 22202
In this Safety and Basic Use (SBU) class, learn to use the Juki four-thread industrial serger sewing machine. Get hands-on serger experience using overlock stitching to create high quality, soft-feeling seams and fine rolled hems. Take advantage of this powerful machine to sew and hem heavy, layered materials like canvas and leather. Expect to increase...
Sheet Metal Basics SBU
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TechShop DC-Arlington
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Arlington
2110-B Crystal Dr, Arlington, Virginia 22202
Learn to safely use the tools most commonly needed to work with sheet metal. Get first-hand experience using the hydraulic shear, turret punch, slitting shear, corner notcher, finger brake (also called a box brake or pan brake) and spot welder in this Safety and Basic Use (SBU) class. Gain the knowledge to shear (cut), fold, bend, and punch holes in...