ArtReach GW provides free, high quality fine arts education, expressive and therapeutic art classes, and advanced fine arts college preparation facilitated by GW Corcoran alumni and local teaching artists to more than 200 youth and families who reside in DC Wards 7 & 8, and nearby Prince George's County, MD.
Fall 2021
Community Clay | Youth 8-13 | Virtual
Wednesdays | September 15 - November 17
Handbuilding with District Clay Center Artists offers an introduction to clay. Students will create decorative and functional ceramic pieces using slabs, coils and pinch pots. Community Clay works to bring the joy of pottery to students across the Washington D.C. area who otherwise may not have access to clay.
An exploration of DC artists, art history, and art techniques. Students will learn about historical and contemporary artists in DC, and explore their stories and styles through painting, drawing, printmaking, and other mediums.
A film and photography class that explores art and activism. Students will create original artworks that respond to a social justice issue they want to change, reframe, or bring awareness to.
An abstract painting group, focusing on stress relief through music and visual art. Register
Advanced Portrait and Figure Drawing | High School Students | In-person
Saturdays | October 2 - November 14
An advanced arts training and portfolio development class for high school students who are interested in building an arts portfolio for college admissions
