Classes Washington, DC

If you are taking this course, you have some professional exposure to the duties of a project manager, or you may be considering embarking on a career in professional project management. Your ability as a project manager to demonstrate best practices in project management—both on the job and through professional certification—is becoming the standard...

Explore further the techniques introduced in Metal I. Forging, fusing, hollow forms, and advanced stone setting are the focus. All Metal II students learn to flush set faceted stones. Practice heavy bezel settings with hammer and punch. Fabricate hollow rings, Develop and create your own ideas. Metal II students are encouraged to attend open studio...

New to LEED? This is the first step for everyone! Gain insight into 100+ green building practices and tips for how to be successful on the LEED Green Associate v4 exam (sold separately). Benefits of LEED Training The LEED Green Associate credential is for professionals who want to demonstrate green building expertise in non-technical fields of practice...

You’re already successful as a leader and communicator.  But now you must exercise even greater influence, solve bigger problems and drive unprecedented performance improvements. Superior leadership communication skills and the ability to adapt them to constantly changing circumstances are essential. Who Should Attend This course is for experienced...

Managing Chaos: Dynamic Time Management, Recall, Reading and Stress Management Skills for Administrative Professionals Facing an overwhelming "to do" list? Information overload putting you in chaos mode? Unsure how to multitask? In this practical, hands-on 2-day seminar, you'll gain the information management skills to delegate to others and pick...

Make memories while creating your own jewelry! Great for families, couples, wedding parties, or just yourself. Personalized necklaces and bracelets make great gifts. $45/person for a copper and brass pendant. Add-ons are available.

Most of our monuments look even better at night than they do in the daytime! So on this special photo safari designed for smartphone users we are going to take you to DC’s best-known memorials after dark and show you where and how to take great pictures with your phone! And smartphones themselves are getting better every year in low-light situations!...

Learn the basics of taking stellar photos of pets--your own cats and dogs or others if it’s a business for you. In this Safari, you will learn the basics of taking stellar photos of pets–your own cats and dogs or others if it’s a business for you. We’ll meet at Arlington’s centrally located Bluemont Junction Park, learn some pet-specific...

Learn how to get the most out of your external flash unit. The class will help you understand the modes and functions of your flash, as well as how aperture, shutter speed and ISO affect your flash photos. From adjusting the power of the flash to choosing how to position the flash, this class will help you become more skilled when using your external...

The very best times to capture the animals at the National Zoo in your camera are the morning hours when they come out of their cages and dens. Pet and wildlife photographer Julie Gould, who has spent years photographing animals of all types in and out of zoos, leads this morning trek to all the best photo ops. While not guaranteed, it is possible...

Although Photoshop is powerful enough for the pros, it offers many options and opportunities for the digital enthusiast. Join Corey Hilz for a full day of hands on Photoshop training geared towards the new or limited experience Photoshop user. This class focuses on the features of Photoshop that are useful for photographers and you'll learn skills...

*** This is an online session. Zoom link will be sent to you upon enrollment. Overcome public speaking fear with gradual exposure, in a supportive environment. Observe a trial class to see if it's right for you. Based out of New York City for 30 years, we are now offering these classes online to an international audience. This one trial class is...

Need some bench time? Register for this open studio with access to tools and equipment (no instruction). Proficiency in metalsmithing skills required. Please note: Due to Covid 19, please bring any hand tools that you own. Shared tools and equipment are sanitized between uses. Workstations are separated by plexiglass.

This course is designed for students with little or no Bachata/Merengue dance experience. This class will teach basic fundamentals of timing, rhythm, footwork and an introduction to partner dancing helping you build a SOLID Merengue/Bachata foundation. Our goal will be to raise your awareness of timing, technique & basic body movements so you...

Introducing more complex steps and patterns based on skills developed in the Beginning class. You will be doing different patterns with turns, cross body leads, and some styling. Continue to develop leading/following and turning skills in order to prepare you for the next step. This class is to take the fundamentals to the next level. Note: No black...