Commissioned Watercolor Portraits
Hand-painted watercolor portraits of houses, storefronts and meaningful places across the DMV.
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OrderWashington DC Art Studio
Art from the places where you make memories
Right Place Studio makes art from the places where you create memories, celebrating physical locations that serve as connectors to the community in which you live. Workshops, live personalization and commissioned work — made by hand in the DMV.
Shop hours: Saturday, 10 AM – 4 PM. For events, email Samantha at [email protected].
Hand Engraving on Glass + Metal·
Watercolor House Portraits·
Workshops for Adults·
Live Personalization·
The DMV Doors Project·
Made by Hand in the DMV·
The Studio Catalogue
Our Services
Hand Engraving on Glass + Metal
Personalized engraving by hand on glassware, metal pieces and objects you already own.
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OrderIn-Person Workshops
Small-group adult workshops in watercolor, calligraphy and engraving, held at the studio.
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Reserve a SeatVirtual Tutorials
Self-paced tutorials for anyone who missed an in-person session and wants to practice at home.
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Get AccessBrand Activations + Live Personalization
On-site personalization for events, launches and trade shows, including custom leather tags engraved while guests wait.
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Book an EventDMV Doors Project
An original series celebrating the doors of Washington DC and the surrounding region, available through the shop.
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Shop the Series
Shop & booking conditions
Shop hours: Saturday, 10 AM – 4 PM. For events, email Samantha at [email protected].
Before ordering, read our Refund Policy Shipping Terms of Use
What the studio makes
Made by hand, one piece at a time
Hand-engraved on glass + metal
Engraving done by hand, one piece at a time. Bring your own object to be personalized, or choose from studio pieces.
Watercolor house portraits
Commissioned watercolor portraits of the places that matter — a first home, a favorite corner, a family address in the DMV.
Workshops for adults
In-person sessions in watercolor, calligraphy and engraving. No experience required — the studio is built to be welcoming.
Virtual tutorials
Missed a workshop? Follow along at your own pace with virtual tutorials you can revisit whenever you like.
Brand activations + live events
Live personalization for events, markets and trade shows — like custom leather tags engraved on the spot while guests wait.
The DMV Doors Project
An ongoing original project documenting the doors of the DMV, celebrating the places that connect a neighborhood.
How it works
Three steps to a finished piece
1. Tell us the place or the plan
Share the address, the object or the event you have in mind. For event bookings, email Samantha directly at [email protected].
2. We shape the details
We confirm the scope, format and timing together — a commission, a workshop seat, or a live personalization station for your guests.
3. Made by hand
Your piece is created in the studio, or brought on-site to your event, engraved and painted by hand.
Working with the studio
- Direct contact with the artist: [email protected]
- Physical shop in Washington DC, open Saturdays 10 AM – 4 PM
- Mailing list with studio updates and upcoming event dates
Since 2011
About Right Place Studio
Samantha Testa is the owner and artist behind Right Place Studio. A former first-grade teacher originally from Youngstown, Ohio, she was first inspired by her grandfather, an artist.
Right Place Studio was formally born in 2011, out of a desire to connect with the community and make art accessible to everyone. The studio works in watercolor, calligraphy and hand engraving on glass and metal.
Today the studio runs workshops and virtual tutorials, takes commissions, personalizes objects live at events, keeps a shop in Washington DC, and develops the original DMV Doors Project.
In the abstract, the “right place” promotes being present in the moment, exploring your creativity, and supporting an inclusive + welcoming environment.
BookMason LLC · Reg. 2026-001996827 · 108 Green Creek Road, Cody, WY 82414 · [email protected] · +15059746988
Questions
Frequently asked
How does payment work?
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How do I book a workshop seat?
Workshop dates are listed under NEXT EVENTS. contact our support team
How do I book live personalization for my event?
Email Samantha directly at [email protected] for booking information. Include your date, location, expected number of guests and the type of item you would like personalized.
Can I cancel or reschedule a workshop?
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How do refunds work?
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How long does a commissioned watercolor portrait take?
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How do I access the virtual tutorials?
Virtual tutorials are available for anyone who missed an in-person workshop. contact our support team
Can I bring my own object to be engraved?
Yes. At select events you can bring your own object to get personalized while you wait. contact our support team
When is the shop open?
The shop is open Saturdays, 10 AM to 4 PM. available upon request through our support e-mail
Do you ship orders?
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Let’s make something for your place
Commission a portrait, reserve a workshop seat, or bring live personalization to your next event. Send a note through the form, or email Samantha at [email protected].
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