Emma’s Art Studio is Opening in Bethesda! Opening January 2026📍 4931 Cordell Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland We’re thrilled to announce the grand opening of Emma’s Art Studio — a joyful, thoughtfully designed space where creativity and learning go hand in hand. Founded by Emma Cowan, a professional artist and educator with degrees in Art and Design... Continue Reading →
Our Expressive Ink Portraits class this September at Glen Echo Park was nothing short of inspiring. Over three sessions, a group of talented teens (ages 11–15) dove deep into the world of ink and wash portraiture — and the results were breathtaking.
Our sold-out Comic Book class this past month was an absolute blast! Over the course of four sessions, young artists brought their imaginations to life—dreaming up original characters, experimenting with facial expressions, poses, and costumes, and learning how to arrange panels to tell a story. By the end, each student proudly walked away with a short comic or strip that was uniquely their own, filled with creativity, humor, and adventure.
Last school year, students at Stone Ridge and Washington Episcopal School stepped into the world of fashion design through our after-school program, and their creativity was nothing short of inspiring! Over the course of several weeks, young artists learned how to sketch figures, experiment with color theory, and render fabric textures as they imagined and... Continue Reading →
This past summer at Glen Echo Park was nothing short of a dream! Week after week, the Deco Arts Camp and Carousel of Animals Camp were filled with the kind of creativity, joy, and community that make art camp so special. At Deco Arts Camp, our young artists explored the park’s rich history and Art... Continue Reading →
What a wonderful first week of Deco Arts Camp! I’m still buzzing from all the creative energy, joyful laughter, and incredible art that filled Rooms 302 and 303 of the Arcade Building each day. From the very first camper who walked through our door Monday morning, it was clear—we had a group full of big... Continue Reading →
Art, Exploration, and Storytelling Each Wednesday at Glen Echo Park, I have the joy of leading a toddler art class where creativity and exploration take center stage. These sessions are thoughtfully designed to introduce young children to art through storytelling, sensory play, and hands-on experiences. The magic begins with a book, setting the tone for... Continue Reading →
This past September and January, I had the absolute joy of teaching my Deco Arts Book-Making class—not once, but twice! Over the course of four sessions each time, my students dove headfirst into the magical world of book-making, and let me tell you, the results were nothing short of incredible. We explored a variety of... Continue Reading →
The first month of our Middle School Mixed Media class has flown by, and it’s been an exciting journey watching the students grow as artists. We started with the basics, focusing on fundamental drawing techniques using charcoal...
Last week was "Art of the Great Outdoors" camp, and I had the joy of guiding young artists through a three-day journey of creativity and nature exploration. Our camp, held every summer during the week of the 4th of July, was designed for elementary school students who are passionate about both art and the natural sciences. We split our time between the Arcade building and the picturesque surrounding park, immersing ourselves in the beauty of the great outdoors while creating stunning works of art.
