Teen Studio: Riff-Off

Teens: Ready to level up your art? Join us for Teen Studio, a free art-making program exclusively for teens ages 13–19. Push your artistic boundaries using materials and techniques inspired by artists whose work is now on view at the Hirshhorn.

This week, get ready to dive into the bold, boundary-breaking world of Jean-Michel Basquiat and Banksy! Graffiti artists often “riff” off one another, adding layers of characters, words, and images to existing work to expand a story in collaborative ways. In this Teen Studio, we’ll explore the exhibition Basquiat x Banksy, then head back to Art School for a riff-off of our own.
Do this at home! Hirshhorn Teens on OSGEMEOS and Hand Lettering

ABOUT TEEN STUDIO

Teens ages 13–19 are invited to hang out and get creative at the Hirshhorn’s Teen Studio, a free series of art-making workshops offered from 2:30 to 4 PM every Saturday during the school year. All skill levels are welcome—from the novice notebook doodler to the experienced teen artist, there’s something for everyone!

Each month, we’ll dive into a fresh theme inspired by artists on view. Each workshop will offer a mix of time in the galleries, where we’ll encounter groundbreaking artists, and time in Hirshhorn Art School, where we’ll experiment with new media and materials. Whether you’re into painting, sculpture, 3D design, animation, or something else, you’ll get hands-on experience and unlock new creative skills.

If there are services or accommodations that can improve your experience (e.g., ASL interpretation, live captioning, etc.), please contact HMSGEducation@si.edu. We appreciate receiving such requests at least one to two weeks in advance.