STUDIO Classes and Workshops

Please visit this page again as more classes will be added soon.

Late registrations are okay and do not be shy about adding yourself to a waitlist, sometimes spots open up.

LIVE IN-PERSON PROGRAMMING (please note the location of each class)

Mixed Media Layered Mosaic (studio workshop)

Art League School Torpedo Factory

Create a mosaic project using various materials including glass, stone, beads and more. All skill levels are welcome. Materials fee is due to the instructor by the first day of class $95.

Sat Aug 22 and Sun Aug 23, 10-4

Easy Mosaic Pavers (studio workshop) Last chance will not be offered again

Art League School Torpedo Factory

Create glass mosaic pavers suitable for outdoor display using four different methods.

Sat Sep 5 10-4 and Sun Sep 6 6-8:30

Mosaic Art 404040 (six weeks) 18+

Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods Location, Woodshop (small class size)

Create timeless art through mosaics, one of the world's oldest art form. Choose from projects for all skill levels or bring your own idea with instructor approval. All supplies included for one beginner to intermediate project.

404040-H: Wednesdays 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Sep 9, 16, 23, 30 Oct 7, 14 (six weeks)

404040-G: Mondays 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sep 14, 21, 28, Oct 5, 12, 19 (six weeks)

404040-I: Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Oct 28, Nov 2, 9, 16, (skip 25), Dec 2, 9(six weeks)

Micro Mosaic Jewelry (studio workshop)

Art League School Torpedo Factory

Create beautiful modern and traditional micro mosaic jewelry using a variety of methods and materials. Mediums include micro tiles from Türkiye and Morocco, vintage rhinestones, Paua abalone from New Zealand, Italian filato, millefiori and smalti and more. You can expect to make three to five pieces of jewelry. A materials fee of $95 is due to the instructor by the first day of class.

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sunday, Sep 13 (one day)

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sunday, Dec 13 (one day)

Mosaic Art - Beginner to Expert

Art League School Torpedo Factory Madison Street Annex, Community Room

Build a strong foundation in the ancient art form of mosaics using modern tools and materials. Learn to cut glass, properly adhere your tesserae, and finish your work for the best results. Planning, design, selection of materials, and use of hand tools will be covered. Fabrication techniques and tricks of the trade will be shared. Returning students may work on a project of their choice with instructor approval. A materials fee of $95 is payable to the instructor by the first class. Tuition $255

Thu 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Sep 24, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov 5, 12,19 (nine weeks)

Thu 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Jan 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, Mar 4, 11 (nine weeks)

Thu 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 27 (nine weeks)

Mosaic Art - Beginner to Expert - All Levels

Sun 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Sep 27, Oct 4, 25, Nov 8, 22 (five dates)

Sun 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. Apr 11, 25, May 9, 23 (four dates)

Micro Mosaic Jewelry (18+) 402623

Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods Location, Woodshop (small class size)

Create a beautiful grout-less jewelry piece using real millefiori and specialty glass from ital. Create beautiful modern or traditional style micro mosaic jewelry pieces using a variety of methods and materials. Mediums include micro tiles in glass and ceramic, vintage rhinestones, abalone, millefiori, smalti, beads and more. All materials and use of tools included in class fee.

Wednesday October 21, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. (one day)

Wednesday December 9, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. (one day)

Tapestry Mosaic Art (18+)

Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods Location, Woodshop (small class size)

Create richly pattered mosaics inspired by the vibrant patchwork textiles of Rajasthan and Gujarat, India. Using specialty glass, crystal and beads, participants will explore color, texture and design to create striking works of art. Basic mosaic experience is helpful but not required. All supplies included.

402255-A: Mondays 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Oct 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, (23 skip), 30, Dec (six weeks)

Glass on Glass Mosaic (studio workshop) NEW!

Art League School Torpedo Factory

Create a small, illuminated mosaic panel using a real‑glass picture frame as your support. Working directly on glass, students explore color, transparency, and spacing to build compositions activated by light. Instruction covers cutting, clear‑adhesive techniques, and designing for transmitted color. Materials fee of $50 payable to instructor.

Saturday January 9, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Mosaic Garden Project (studio workshop) NEW!

Art League School (800 Slaters Lane, Alexandria)

Create a durable outdoor mosaic on a concrete, stone, or porcelain base using colored thinset mortar with glass, stone, metal, or found materials. Learn tinting, texture, and composition for garden environments. A $50 materials fee is due to the instructor before class, and students should bring concrete, stone, or porcelain base approved by the instructor.

Saturday March 20 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Open Glass Studio 4C0010-xx (one day) 18+

Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods Location, Woodshop (limited seating)

Tools are available for use; however, participants must work independently on projects and bring their own materials. Registration for the month is available the month before, on the 25^th for residents, and on the first of the month for nonresidents. First and third Sundays of every month with a few exceptions. $10(R)/$20(NR)* per visit.

The first and third Sundays of the month with few exceptions. 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (one day)

Registration: Register for Classes & Activities (restoncommunitycenter.com) search make a reservation.