# Event Details - **Event Name**: Oil Pastels 101: Spring Florals & Fields w/Meadows and Skies - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Create vibrant, textured blooms with the rich colors of oil pastels!About this EventCLASS DESCRIPTION:Pursue some of nature's beauty with this spring florals class and learn about the basics of oil pastels along the way. A perfect exploration into this medium and you'll have a new piece of art to take home.What You’ll Experience:Explore Oil Pastels: Discover why oil pastels are ideal for all skill levels. They’re simple to use, fun, and perfect for colorful, vibrant artwork.Learn the Basics: Develop key skills like blending, layering, color mixing, gradient, and stippling to capture the beauty of nature.Refresh Color Theory: Brush up on simple color theory to enhance your art and make your scene pop.Draw a nature scene: Use the techniques you’ve learned to draw your favorite national park landscape, guided by reference images provided in class.Collaborative Environment: Enjoy a warm, supportive atmosphere in groups of 2-4, sharing supplies and inspiration.No previous experience is required—just bring your love for nature and creativity! This workshop is a great way to celebrate the season and create something beautiful. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/79f18b00-2bf9-11f1-adf0-4de4cd755510-rimg-w751-h740-dcd7d6d3-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/7a337600-2bf9-11f1-adf0-4de4cd755510-rimg-w1131-h740-dcd8dbdf-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/7a74ebd0-2bf9-11f1-adf0-4de4cd755510-rimg-w499-h740-dcdddbd8-gmir.jpg ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:Ilgi Toprak is a native of Istanbul living in Washington, DC. She is trained as an architect, with intensive art and sketching coursework. She views being creative as more than a pursuit but a way of life. That is why, in 2020, she created a piece of art every day and started the Instagram account Meadows & Skies. She finds joy in translating the everyday beauty of nature using oil pastels. Through her artwork on Meadows & Skies, she focuses on capturing fleeting moments like sunsets and sunrises. One of her sunrise drawings is featured in SHE:DC in 2024.Ilgi is a design educator with ten years of university-level design teaching experience in Turkey and the Netherlands. She specializes in teaching architectural design studio and basic design courses that involve practical demonstrations of design techniques and concepts, hands-on experience and guidance in studio setting. She holds a Ph.D. in architecture and is currently a researcher in urban studies. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/7aa08fb0-2bf9-11f1-a536-6780090db813-rimg-w740-h740-dceaded1-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/washington/oil-pastels-101-spring-florals-and-fields-w-meadows-and-skies/100001985825708150 - **Event Categories**: Art, Workshops, fine-arts - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 53.95, max: 53.95, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Washington - **state**: DC - **country**: United States - **location**: Shop Made In DC - Union Market - **lat**: 38.9081732 - **long**: -77.0011323 - **full address**: Shop Made In DC - Union Market, 325 Morse Street Northeast, Washington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Oil Pastels 101: Spring Florals & Fields w/Meadows and Skies - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/9fad72b39afb93da4887fb05163bd0ff59e15882181368a4f557a56886ead14f-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf5f6e8-gmir.jpg?v=1774848600 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Oil Pastels 101: Spring Florals & Fields w/Meadows and Skies being held? - **A:** Oil Pastels 101: Spring Florals & Fields w/Meadows and Skies takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Shop Made In DC - Union Market, 325 Morse Street Northeast, Washington, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Oil Pastels 101: Spring Florals & Fields w/Meadows and Skies? - **A:** Tickets for Oil Pastels 101: Spring Florals & Fields w/Meadows and Skies are priced at USD 54 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 54 + USD 4 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Oil Pastels 101: Spring Florals & Fields w/Meadows and Skies? - **A:** Oil Pastels 101: Spring Florals & Fields w/Meadows and Skies is organized by Shop Made in DC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Oil Pastels 101: Spring Florals & Fields w/Meadows and Skies is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Washington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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