Baltimore Clayworks, located next to the Enoch Pratt Free Library (branch 21), is a nonprofit organization that aims to build community through art. The beautiful building is home to workshops, classes, community meetings, art exhibits and artist-run community service programs. Studios and kilns are available for artists' use, and all the classes are offered at low or no cost. The building can also be rented for private parties. The organization is very active within the community and hosts many interesting and inspiring events, so be sure to check the calendar regularly to see what it has in the (clay)works.
Artists & Framers provides custom framing from traditional frames to shadow boxes. The store also offers some digital imaging services. Stop by its location just off Route 108 and Red Branch Road to see how its experts can turn your art from print to a masterpiece.
Plaza Artist Materials & Picture Framing meets customer's framing needs and much more. Here, you can buy polycolor pencils, screen printing kits, easel painting sets as well as other material for newcomers and professional artists alike. Classes are available and great customer is standard. "We have creative products for our customers," said store manager Sharon Ford. "Our customers and employees can participate in a lot of what we do."
Plaza Picture Framing is located on Georgia Avenue about a mile from downtown Silver Spring.