What we’re about
This group is for artists, creatives or anyone who has an appreciation for cultural arts.
We'll meet at various venues throughout the city to share our love and passion for the arts with individuals who have the same passion or just enjoy being around creatives.
Many events will have art, music, and live painting. We look forward to seeing you at our next meetup.
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Eco-Printing on Paper with Dyann Alery BlackArtistic Artifacts, Alexandria, VA
This quick paced class will leave you with several sheets of paper that have been eco-printed with various botanicals and dye colors. How to use them in your art is totally up to you — the possibilities are truly endless. Your registration fee includes the $30 kit fee providing the dye blankets as well as the paper (if time allows and you wish, Dyann will have extra paper to purchase), eucalyptus leaves of varying kinds, chemicals and other necessary supplies. Students are asked to bring inexpensive ceramic tiles and plenty of botanical items for printing. "As with my other eco-printing classes, we will work very quickly the first half of the day and then take a 60 minute break for lunch as the bundles process. You can use your class discount and do some fun shopping and/or enjoy your lunch at the little park just across the parking lot. After lunch is the reveal — Fun! I hope you can join me!" - Dyann Black
Click here to register and find more information.Registrations for all Artistic Artifacts classes MUST be paid for through our website or via a visit to our shop at 4750 Eisenhower Avenue. We encourage you to RSVP here, but to ensure your seat you MUST follow through via our website. View our complete class policies »
- How Do I Use It? Demo & Try It — Mattints by PaperArtsyNeeds location
Join us for a demonstration of Mattints by PaperArtsy and an opportunity to create a mixed media tag! We will have samples of several colors of Mattints, printed tissue and more for you. Learn more about this event and pay for your registration via Artistic Artifacts’ secure online website: https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk/products/how-do-i-use-it — you can also just ‘drop in’ and pay at the register. Arrive early to shop our Creative Finds for Creative Minds!
Thursday evenings at Artistic Artifacts now bring you alternating free Open Stitch sessions and our new ‘How Do I Use It’ demos, where for a $10 fee you can learn new techniques and try out products. See our list of upcoming HDIUI topics on our website!
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Special Summer Hours! Through August 31, Artistic Artifacts is open every Sunday from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm and open until 8:00 pm on Thursdays. - Batik Presentation & Market with Brahma Tirta SariArtistic Artifacts, Alexandria, VA
As the internationally recognized batik artists Brahma Tirta Sari prepare to teach Wax/Threads/Roots at Artistic Artifacts don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the traditions and history of batik during an audiovisual presentation. After you’ll be able to view and shop the exquisite batik work created by the artists Agus Ismoyo, Nia Fliam and Desmond Anabrang Fliam-Ismoyo. This is an amazing opportunity to add a one of a kind piece of fiber art or accessory to your collection! Learn more and reserve your seat »
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Registrations for all Artistic Artifacts classes & events MUST be paid for through our website at https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk, or via a visit to our shop at 4750 Eisenhower Avenue. We encourage you to RSVP here, but to ensure your seat you MUST follow through via our website. View our complete class policies »
- Wax / Threads / Roots — 2-day Batik Experience at Artistic ArtifactsArtistic Artifacts, Alexandria, VA
Wax / Threads / Roots — A Batik Experience at Artistic Artifacts
Saturday, July 26 / Sunday, July 27, 2025
10:30 am–4:30 pm, ½ hour lunch break (both days)Join internationally recognized batik artists Brahma Tirta Sari for a rare two-day workshop exploring the wax resist technique of batik! This program is presented by Babaran Segaragunung Culture House, an organization based in Indonesia and dedicated to nurturing creative growth through traditional wisdom and artistic practice. Facilitated by Nia Fliam and Desmond Anabrang Fliam-Ismoyo, in this immersive workshop, participants explore how batik is not only a technique, but an intangible creative process rooted in ancestral knowledge. Day One offers you an introduction to wax-resist dyeing with natural dyes, exploring traditional motifs and design elements. Day Two dives deeper into the cultural and philosophical underpinnings of batik as you experience creative practices that involve movement, inner reflection, and symbolic design. No batik experience is required -- your registration cost includes a $25 supply fee: all materials will be provided.
Learn more about this class and pay for your registration via Artistic Artifacts’ secure online website: https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk/products/2day-batik-experience
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Registrations for all Artistic Artifacts classes MUST be paid for through our website, or via a visit to our shop at 4750 Eisenhower Avenue. We encourage you to RSVP here, but to ensure your seat you MUST follow through via our website. View our complete class policies »
