Creative Workshops for Groups
We offer a variety of seasonal art workshops such as bookmarks, card-making, handmade journals, and printmaking.
Creative workshops held in our Arlington studio + shop invite you to slow down, express, and connect. The mood is casual and creative. You'll take away your own creation and leave refreshed and renewed.
Unless otherwise noted, all workshop are designed for adults. Most of our group workshops are small, with maximum of 8 people.
Visit our FAQ page for Arlington studio policies and other info.
Arlington Studio & Shop
2424 26th Rd S, Arlington, VA 22206
Vision Journal Workshop: Seasonal Aspirations for 2026
with Ashley Kurth-Reinhart
Thursday, January 22, 2026 | 6:30-8:30 pm
Arlington Studio + Shop
$40
Register by January 18
Join kindred spirits as you envision and express your aspirations for the year ahead through guided meditation and creative journaling. Working with collage, printmaking techniques, and repurposed print materials, you'll create beautiful and personal art journal pages in an Open to Being handbound notebook, organized by season with space for reflection throughout the year.
Level: Beginner. No experience necessary.
Mini-Notebook Workshop: A Galentine's Celebration
Thursday, February 12, 2026 | 6:30-8:30 pm
Arlington Studio & Shop
$25
Register by February 8.
Honor the women who lift you up as you join us in an evening of "Ladies celebrating ladies!” (Thanks for the phrase, Leslie Knope.) Bring a friend (or two!) and create charming mini-notebooks together.
Light snacks and a champagne toast included.
Level: Beginner. No experience necessary.
Valentine's Day Open House and Card Making
Saturday, February 14, 2026 | 11 am – 2 pm
Arlington Studio & Shop
FREE to drop in.Each card you make is $4 or three for $11 (make as many as you'd like!)
Drop into our Arlington letterpress studio + shop after brunch or bring the family. Step up to our 1910 press (named Vera) to impress a letterpress heart on a premium extra thick cotton card. Write a love message for someone special or design an affirmation card for yourself. While you’re here, explore our elegant greeting cards for all occasions, shop inspirational art prints and thoughtful gifts, and enjoy the time to slow down and express yourself in our beautiful space.
All ages welcome. Please be aware that our letterpress has movable iron parts close to the ground that may not be safe for children. We appreciate you staying with your child at all times while in the studio.
Special Workshops
We offer customizable letterpress and bookmaking workshops for two people at our Arlington studio.
Some of our Mindful Making workshops can be adapted for your group, at the studio or your location. Four weeks notice required.
Private letterpress instruction also available.
Email us at hello@opentobeing.com to inquire.
We may photograph during our workshops for promotional use on our website and social media. You'll have the option to consent or decline via a photo release form at the start of the workshop