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ONSITE: Knitting a Hat in Two Colors

July 13, 2021

Learn multicolor knitting! You’ll learn to use two colors in your knitting and to follow a color work pattern. You’ll also learn to measure, fit and knit a Fair Isle hat.

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ONSITE: Writing Poetry

July 13, 2021

Explore the fundamental elements of poetry, through the reading and writing of poems. We’ll read and discuss poems written by other people, then write poems of our own, with special attention to elements of line, image, and syntax. Students will learn how close readings of other poems may inspire their own work, and how they […]

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ONSITE: Introduction to Metal Jewelry Workshop

July 13, 2021

Discover the fundamental concept of jewelry design and learn basic techniques for working with metals in this weekend introductory class. The class begins with instruction on techniques such as drilling, sawing, texturing, working with wire, and finishing techniques. Soldering with a torch will also be introduced. Students will then use these skills to make a […]

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ONLINE: Short Story Fiction Writing

July 13, 2021

Explore short story fiction writing by studying narrative craft elements like story, plot, character, scene, structure, archetypal patterns and dialogue. We’ll examine professionally published pieces and your own work. By the end of the course, you’ll be ready to begin a story based on a word or an idea. You’ll also understand how to evaluate […]

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ONSITE: Experimental Comics

July 13, 2021

Study experimental comics of the past and present. We’ll explore different artistic mediums and methods of storytelling to make our own comics.

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ONSITE: Drawing Horror

July 13, 2021

Do you like drawing monsters, demons, and all things creepy? Bring your scary ideas to life! We will look at some of the best artists of horror, studying the techniques used to make the most gripping and disturbing drawings. Then we’ll developed your own ideas into finished pieces.

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ONSITE: Drawing with Ink, Charcoal + Wax Resist

July 13, 2021

Combine ink and charcoal to create drawings with depth and texture. Learn how to introduce value and texture using wax, ink washes and the grey tones of oil pastels. Experiment with how various paper surfaces receive these different media, and you’ll learn to manipulate them in your own drawings.

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ONSITE: Intermediate Digital Photography

July 13, 2021

Take your photographs to the next level! You know how to use your digital camera, but have creative ennui. In this class, students are encouraged to discover their personal style with weekly assignments. We will discuss portraiture, night photography, still life and documenting daily trivia (at home). Students have the opportunity to share and discuss […]

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ONSITE: Digital Botanical Collage

July 13, 2021

Make your own botanical-themed digital collage in Adobe Photoshop using copyright free imagery for personal use. In this class, you’ll learn how to use selection tools, layer adjustments, and art objects to cut, modify, and assemble images on a digital canvas. Conversations about elements and principles of art and design will support the development of […]

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ONSITE: Raku in VisArts’ Courtyard (A)

July 13, 2021

Head over to VisArts’ courtyard for Raku! Need a safe, socially distanced activity out of the house, a date or a fun time with friends? Join us for some raku pottery firing—an exciting approach to pottery surface design! Participants will glaze their pieces, help load them into the kiln, grab a beer or snack across […]

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ONSITE: Poetry + Art: Discovering Ekphrasis

July 13, 2021

Are you a poet who’s inspired by art? In this course, we’ll learn about the tradition of ekphrasis and how contemporary poets write about all of the things that move us, including the visual arts, film and music. Each week students will be asked to bring a poem in response to a writing prompt and […]

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ONSITE: Homemade Underglaze Transfers

July 13, 2021

This workshop is for anyone looking to add that certain something to their wheel-thrown and hand-built pieces. You will explore and develop a variety of underglaze transfers, which you will add to pieces you make during this class. In addition to using commercial stencils, we will create an original transfer design. We will also use […]

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ONSITE: Color Theory with the Masters

July 13, 2021

Make knowledgeable color choices! Explore temperature, intensities, chromatic neutrals, color schemes, and limited palettes to help students construct harmonious color compositions based on personal expressive goals. Learn how masters from pre-Renaissance to modern times have worked with these same color challenges. Students will be expected to complete out of class assignments, and should have a working […]

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ONSITE: Introduction to Letterpress (A)

July 13, 2021

Explore the letterpress printing process, which dates back to the 15th century and the time of Gutenberg. We’ll cover typesetting, inking, printing and paper selection as you become familiar with the terminology and VisArts’ presses. You’ll have time to create multiple pieces and trade work with classmates, which will help you build a small collection […]

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ONSITE: Tangled Up in Blue: Indigo + Shibori

July 13, 2021

Explore the wonders of natural indigo dyeing in combination with shibori resist techniques to create gorgeous blue patterns on cloth. Indigo is nature’s blue; together, we will mix up an indigo dye vat and cover the basics for keeping your indigo in reduction and dyeing happy. From there we will dive into the wonderful world […]

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ONSITE: Wheel-Thrown Teapots

July 13, 2021

Explore different techniques for throwing functional teapots. Learn how to make each component of a functional teapot, including how to make and attach teapot spouts that do not drip or spatter during pouring. All demonstrations will focus on design considerations.

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ONSITE: Frame Weaving

July 13, 2021

Learn to weave on a portable frame loom. We’ll introduce a range of warping techniques, with an emphasis on experimental weaving. We’ll also explore color striping, blending, basic shape construction, eccentric weft and rya knots. You’ll construct your own frame loom, which you can keep for future projects.

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ONSITE: Textured Stacking Rings

July 13, 2021

Work with a variety of tools to make three stacking rings with different surfaces. You’ll form and solder each ring using either wire or sheet. Demos will include using a roll mill, flex shaft (burs, cutting discs, silicone wheels), hammers and hand files to help you create a variety of patterns and textures for each […]

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ONSITE: Intermediate Drawing

July 13, 2021

If you’ve taken a beginner drawing class, this intermediate class is a great opportunity to practice your observation skills, experiment with personal mark making style and apply them to various subject areas with drawing media. Explore and get guidance as you develop your own individual style and subject matter interests. We’ll focus on the development […]

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ONSITE: Intermediate Hand Building

July 13, 2021

Learn new hand-building forms and construction methods, including slab-built forms and textured slabs. We’ll explore mold making and learn how to use personalized, slump molds to create a set of platters or dishes. We’ll also cover hollow wall construction, using tar paper supports and unique glazing techniques.

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ONSITE: Adobe InDesign Basics for Professionals

July 13, 2021

Do you want to improve the quality and consistency of your organization’s communications materials? Learn to create print or digital documents in Adobe InDesign. We’ll cover importing and formatting text, placing and editing images, as well as working with typography and logos. You’ll learn to pull all of those elements together to create an attractive […]

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ONSITE: Pâte de Verre: Casting with Colored Glass

July 13, 2021

Explore contemporary approaches to Pâte de Verre, a glass casting and mold making process using glass powders and frit. Learn to paint with glass powders to create imagery and designs into relief and 3-D forms. You’ll also learn to make molds which can withstand temperatures as high as 1450°F, in addition to learning to mix […]

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ONLINE: Creative Mapmaking

July 13, 2021

Through prompts and guided visualizations, we will draw upon memory and imagination to create hand-drawn maps. Document a favorite place, draw your dreamworlds, and map out your life experiences.

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