Learn the history and basic principles of character design. Character designers are essential to the development of movies, videogames, comic books and all manner of modern entertainment. Use traditional drawing skills as well as Adobe Photoshop and a Wacom tablet to develop your own OC (original character). A basic understanding of figure drawing is recommended.
read moreLearn the process of imagining, planning and developing a short documentary film. You’ll gain exposure to different forms of documentary narrative storytelling by watching short documentary films and clips by key artists. We’ll cover techniques from interviewing to lighting, audio, filming and participant consent. You’ll engage in group exercises and get the opportunity to experience […]
read moreAdobe Lightroom is a powerful program that allows you to catalog and enhance your digital photographs. We’ll cover its most useful features and show you how to add and organize, search for and edit your photographs. Learn how to adjust color and sharpness, apply local adjustments to only part of an image, straighten crooked horizons, […]
read moreAdobe Lightroom is a powerful program that allows you to catalog and enhance your digital photographs. We’ll cover its most useful features and show you how to add and organize, search for and edit your photographs. Learn how to adjust color and sharpness, apply local adjustments to only part of an image, straighten crooked horizons, […]
read moreLearn how to make web content and videos for your organization using the equipment you have on hand. We’ll cover pre-production (brainstorming and script writing), production (filming and coaching talent) and post-production (editing). We’ll also explore best practices for storytelling, interviewing subjects and talk about how to use sound and video to your advantage. Students […]
read moreLearn how to make web content and videos for your organization using the equipment you have on hand. We’ll cover pre-production (brainstorming and script writing), production (filming and coaching talent) and post-production (editing). We’ll also explore best practices for storytelling, interviewing subjects and talk about how to use sound and video to your advantage. Students […]
read moreRefine your digital photography aesthetic and technical skills. Learn how to process RAW images and create an effective workflow from capture to computer. We’ll discuss the work of master photographers and explore contemporary trends. Weekly assignments coupled with in-class discussions will help you troubleshoot problems, improve your composition and develop your personal vision.
read moreUse Photoshop to remove unwanted blemishes, dust and undesirable small objects from your photographs. We’ll cover masking layers, which can make it easier to make individualized adjustments, and you’ll get familiar with the clone, spot, healing, pen, lasso and magic wand tools. This is a great class for photographers and the perfect follow–up to a […]
read moreUse Adobe Photoshop to remove unwanted blemishes, dust and undesirable small objects from your photographs. We’ll cover masking layers, which can make it easier to make individualized adjustments, and you’ll get familiar with the clone, spot, healing, pen, lasso and magic wand tools. This is a great class for photographers and the perfect follow–up to […]
read moreUsing your own footage, learn how to create a compelling documentary video story using interviews, your camera and Adobe Premiere. Students will learn how to edit efficiently with shortcuts in Premiere and by the end of the session, you’ll have a finished story ready to share.
read moreUsing your own footage, learn how to create a compelling documentary video story using interviews, your camera and Adobe Premiere. Students will learn how to edit efficiently with shortcuts in Premiere and by the end of the session, you’ll have a finished story ready to share.
read moreUsing your own footage, learn how to create a compelling documentary video story using interviews, your camera and Adobe Premiere. Students will learn how to edit efficiently with shortcuts in Premiere and by the end of the session, you’ll have a finished story ready to share.
read moreStudy illustrator Nekisha Durrett’s work, process and themes to explore large-scale illustration and public art. Students will use Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create their own illustrations for mock large-scale illustration and public art.
read moreThe news outlet 60 Minutes has crafted hard-hitting, documentary-style stories to break news for over 50 years. In this class, you’ll learn how to use Adobe Premiere by cutting together an interview on a subject and using coverage, or b-roll, to support and supplement the story being told.This is not just a technical skills class. […]
read moreLearn how to make web content and videos for your organization using the equipment you have on hand. We’ll cover pre–production (brainstorming and script writing), production (filming and coaching talent) and post–production (editing). We’ll also explore best practices for storytelling, interviewing subjects and talk about how to use sound and video to your advantage. Students […]
read moreAt the Visual Arts Center of Richmond, high school students ages 15-18 can expand their artistic practice, grow their personal portfolios and prepare for art school. Take an Art League class and get the chance to work in professional studios, alongside working artists. For dedicated students, we offer a certificate program. Learn more about Art […]
read moreExplore the history of video art. We’ll start in the late 1960s with Bill Viola, then move to present day video artists such as Ryan Trecartin. Students will learn basic video editing techniques and shooting techniques. We’ll experiment with different modes of viewing the art, as an installation, projection, etc. We’ll also cover projection mapping […]
read morePhotoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign are the three most popular programs within the Adobe Creative Suite. When used together, they allow you to create and manage visual content with amazing results. Create a booklet or brochure using all three programs. You’ll edit your photographs in Photoshop, design graphic elements in Illustrator, then lay out the final […]
read moreDo 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 […]
read morePhotoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign are the three most popular programs within the Adobe Creative Suite. When used together, they allow you to create and manage visual content with amazing results. Create a booklet or brochure using all three programs. You’ll edit your photographs in Photoshop, design graphic elements in Illustrator, then lay out the final […]
read morePhotoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign are the three most popular programs within the Adobe Creative Suite. When used together, they allow you to create and manage visual content with amazing results. Create a booklet or brochure using all three programs. You’ll edit your photographs in Photoshop, design graphic elements in Illustrator, then lay out the final […]
read moreDo 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 […]
read moreDo 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 […]
read morePhotoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign are the three most popular programs within the Adobe Creative Suite. When used together, they allow you to create and manage visual content with amazing results. Create a booklet or brochure using all three programs. You’ll edit your photographs in Photoshop, design graphic elements in Illustrator, then lay out the final […]
read morePhotoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign are the three most popular programs within the Adobe Creative Suite. When used together, they allow you to create and manage visual content with amazing results. Create a booklet or brochure using all three programs. You’ll edit your photographs in Photoshop, design graphic elements in Illustrator, then lay out the final […]
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