Learn how to create detailed concept drawings from start to finish. We will cover ideation, sketching, refinement, and finalization in grayscale marker. Students can create wherever their interests lie, whether it be characters, creatures, vehicles, technology, or environments. This is a great course for those interested in pursuing careers in designing for film, gaming, or […]
read morePhotographing clothing requires creativity, technique, and attention to detail. We will explore fashion photography from its origin to today. Students will be guided in a variety of camera, lighting, and editing techniques that fashion photographers utilize to make garments look gorgeous. Students will learn about the elements that go into organizing a fashion shoot, from […]
read moreLearn the technique and skill of video editing in Adobe Premiere Pro through a series of creative video art exercises and in-depth tutorials. By applying these technical principles through hands-on projects you will enjoy the process of learning the ins and outs of essential video editing processes.
read moreJump into the world of traditional stop-motion animation with a modern twist! Design original worlds and bring paper cutouts, clay, food, and many other objects to life! Learn how to plan and produce 2D and 3D animation sequences using traditional animation principles and DIY setups that are accessible to anyone with a phone.
read moreEmbrace your love of color by learning to make stained glass. Select or design stained glass patterns, then cut, grind, clean, foil and solder your stained glass creation using the Tiffany technique. Beginners complete a small window and students with previous experience learn more advanced techniques, completing more challenging projects of their choice.
read moreIn this weekend course we will learn all about accurately judging proportion and achieving likeness. We will copy the master drawings of 19th Century artist Charles Bargue, who created a drawing course that was popular in the ateliers and academies in Europe during that century. This knowledge is no longer off limits to women and […]
read moreDiscover how to convey line, form, color, shape, texture and more through drawing. Fine-tune your drawing skills using a variety of drawing media. In-class exercises and critiques, along with critical discussions of other artists’ work will broaden your understanding of technique and expand your expressive content.
read moreCreate wearable glass pendants using clear and colored borosilicate glass. We'll cover the basics of flameworking and various patternmaking techniques on a small scale so that students can enjoy a week working on a torch to make their own jewelry pieces!
read moreStudents will learn the foundations of poetry, including image, sound, form, and figurative language, and read work by contemporary poets to see how they utilize those literary devices. We will also write our own poetry to be workshopped in class. At the end of class, we will create a small zine of our work to […]
read moreLearn the fundamentals of making comics using a digital medium. The class will include a rundown of digital drawing software and will cover topics such as character design, panel composition, and story structure. By the end of this class, students will have completed a multi-page comic and will have foundational knowledge to create further comics […]
read moreThere are a million ways to get your ideas from your brain and onto paper but how about from brain to screen? Procreate is an easy-to-use digital illustration program that gives you the freedom to dream up and create exactly what you want with no bounds! We’ll learn the different aspects of sketching and rendering […]
read moreLearn how to cut and engrave into a variety of materials using a laser engraver. We will create 2D graphic files in Adobe Illustrator that can be used to experiment with different materials. With a laser cutter you can work with wood, fabric, paper, other organic matter like leaves to create several objects you will […]
read moreLearn how a digital camera works, how to import photos to computers and how to use Adobe Photoshop to edit. Go on field trips around the neighborhood to take photos, enjoy demonstrations, hands-on practice and detailed overviews on composition and creative decision making.
read moreUsing 35mm film camera, learn the fundamentals of black and white photography. Take field trips and use the darkroom to print your own photographs. Lessons include camera operation, composition, lighting, subject matter and other principles. If time allows, we may also experiment with pinhole photography by making our own cameras out of recycled materials. Bring […]
read moreEmbrace your love of color by learning to make stained glass. Select or design stained glass patterns, then cut, grind, clean, foil and solder your stained glass creation using the Tiffany technique. Beginners complete a small window and students with previous experience learn more advanced techniques, completing more challenging projects of their choice.
read moreExplore the history and techniques of comic art, a narrative artform that uses a combination of words and pictures. We’ll begin with an overview of the history of comic art, with an emphasis on the compositional methods and challenges that are unique to this artform. We’ll cover the basics of character creation, preliminary sketching, plotting […]
read moreWhat makes a character or fictional world feel real and keep us captivated? Explore what goes into designing fully fleshed-out fictional ideas while diving into digital drawing using Adobe Photoshop and a Wacom drawing tablet. We’ll explore brainstorming strategies as well as drawing exercises and tutorials to create original characters and environments that are crammed […]
read moreScreen printing is a fantastic way to create one-of-a-kind shirts and posters for any occasion. In this class we will explore many different techniques that can be used in the process, such as drawing on a stencil or drawing freehand. You will learn about the process of printing, registering colors, and experimenting with colors.
read moreFrom bandanas to tapestries and all in between, we love a pattern. In this class we’ll use the techniques of block printing and resist dying to make colorful patterns on recycled and new textiles.
read moreExplore the depths of yourself and your imagination with ceramic mask making. We will explore the importance of mask making and its cultural history. Masks have been used to connect the physical and metaphysical selves. Using handbuilding techniques we will make masks to express different aspects of our emotions, energy, and personas. We will also […]
read moreUse the human figure to build and fine tune your drawing skills as we study motion, proportion and expression. As diverse as the art world can be, figure study is still a standard in any comprehensive education program, and a must-have in any art student's portfolio.
read moreEmbrace your love of color by learning to make stained glass. Select or design stained glass patterns, then cut, grind, clean, foil and solder your stained glass creation using the Tiffany technique. Beginners complete a small window and students with previous experience learn more advanced techniques, completing more challenging projects of their choice.
read moreExplore metal! On our journey, we'll learn how to measure, shape, soften and strengthen. We'll also learn how to texture, form, cut and connect. You create your own pieces of wearable art along the way. Other techniques covered include: Sawing, drilling, texturing, working with wire, filing, sanding, polishing, riveting, annealing with a torch and fold […]
read moreLearn the technique and skill of video editing in Adobe Premiere Pro through a series of creative video art exercises and in-depth tutorials. By applying these technical principles through hands-on projects you will enjoy the process of learning the ins and outs of essential video editing processes.
read moreFrom rock bands to art shows, everything needs a poster. The poster is how we share quick information, celebrate each other and archive the future. In this class, we’ll focus on the different aspects of letterpress to make bold works that say something cool. Letterpress is a form of relief printmaking which uses a printing […]
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