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Art Explorers (Ages 5–6)

January 28, 2019

Create eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Sign up for multiple weeks or full days, as each class has a new curriculum!

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Creating a Graphic Novel (Ages 13–14)

January 28, 2019

Explore the techniques and planning that go into creating a multi-chapter comic book. We’ll discover what makes a good story and how to best tell that story with drawings. Topics include comic history, drawing techniques and visual communication.

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Creating a Graphic Novel (Ages 13–14)

January 28, 2019

Explore the techniques and planning that go into creating a multi-chapter comic book. We’ll discover what makes a good story and how to best tell that story with drawings. Topics include comic history, drawing techniques and visual communication.

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Digital Character Design (Ages 13–14)

January 28, 2019

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.

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Creating a Graphic Novel (Ages 11–12)

January 28, 2019

Explore the techniques and planning that go into creating a multi-chapter comic book. We’ll discover what makes a good story and how to best tell that story with drawings. Topics include comic history, drawing techniques and visual communication.

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Digital Fan Art (Ages 9–10)

January 28, 2019

Redesign characters from your favorite movies, books and video games. We’ll cover the basics of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. You’ll begin to understand character representation, technical drawing skills and the importance of digital media as an art form. No previous experience necessary.

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Digital Pattern Design for Printing (Ages 13–14)

January 28, 2019

Combine traditional drawing techniques with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create your own print-on-demand fabric. You’ll upload your graphics to a Spoonflower account that allows family, friends, and customers to purchase custom fabric, designed by you!

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Digital Pattern Design for Printing (Ages 9–10)

January 28, 2019

Combine traditional drawing techniques with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create your own print-on-demand fabric. You’ll upload your graphics to a Spoonflower account that allows family, friends, and customers to purchase custom fabric, designed by you!

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Write Your Life (Ages 13–14)- New!

January 28, 2019

In this class, each student will receive a journal. We’ll write together in our journals extensively each day. We’ll write about our lives, personal stories, imaginary characters, dream worlds and scenarios. We’ll also explore creative poetry including Haiku poetry, “I am” poems, and black out poetry. To help us get into the writing flow, we’ll […]

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Write Your Life (Ages 11–12)- New!

January 28, 2019

In this class, each student will receive a journal. We’ll write together in our journals extensively each day. We’ll write about our lives, personal stories, imaginary characters, dream worlds and scenarios. We’ll also explore creative poetry including Haiku poetry, “I am” poems, and black out poetry. To help us get into the writing flow, we’ll […]

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Yoga, Mindfulness and Art (Ages 11–12)- New!

January 28, 2019

Enter a safe space where we’ll use yoga as a tool to develop awareness of ourselves and others. Movement will be paired with journaling, poetry, and drawing as methods of self-expression. By the end of the week, you’ll finish a booklet or “zine” of poems, drawings and written insights.

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Art in the Garden (Ages 7–8)- New!

January 28, 2019

Mindfulness is paying attention to what’s happening, what you’re doing, and the space you’re moving through. We’ll explore how combining art and nature can help you be more mindful. Enjoy the fun and relaxing benefits of making beautiful art inspired by nature!

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Cartooning (Ages 9–10)

January 28, 2019

Invent your own cartoon characters and stories as you learn about drawing methods and materials used by professional cartoonists. We’ll also explore the history of the comic form.

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Cartooning (Ages 9–10)

January 28, 2019

Invent your own cartoon characters and stories as you learn about drawing methods and materials used by professional cartoonists. We’ll also explore the history of the comic form.

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Cartooning(Ages 7–8)

January 28, 2019

Invent your own cartoon characters and stories as you learn about drawing methods and materials used by professional cartoonists. We’ll also explore the history of the comic form.

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Cartooning (Ages 7–8)

January 28, 2019

Invent your own cartoon characters and stories as you learn about drawing methods and materials used by professional cartoonists. We’ll also explore the history of the comic form.

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Cartooning (Ages 7–8)

January 28, 2019

Invent your own cartoon characters and stories as you learn about drawing methods and materials used by professional cartoonists. We’ll also explore the history of the comic form.

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Cartooning (Ages 9–10)

January 28, 2019

Invent your own cartoon characters and stories as you learn about drawing methods and materials used by professional cartoonists. We’ll also explore the history of the comic form.

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Mix It Up with Materials! (Ages 7–8)

January 28, 2019

Explore a variety of art materials and techniques.  Students will create unique compositions using techniques of drawing, collage, textiles, painting and sculpture. Walk away with a wide variety of art-making experiences!

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Pen and Ink Drawing (Ages 9–10)

January 28, 2019

Explore traditional and innovative approaches to line drawing with pen and ink. Demonstrations will introduce you to the different types of line-making techniques, including contour, hatching, stippling, gesture and developed lines to create form, patterns and textures. Students will create their own completed drawings as they come to understand the value and depth of expression, […]

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Pen and Ink Drawing (Ages 11–12)

January 28, 2019

Explore traditional and innovative approaches to line drawing with pen and ink. Demonstrations will introduce you to the different types of line-making techniques, including contour, hatching, stippling, gesture and developed lines to create form, patterns and textures. Students will create their own completed drawings as they come to understand the value and depth of expression, […]

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Drawing in Black + White (Ages 13–14)

January 28, 2019

Artists who are good at drawing don’t just have a few things they can render—they have a method that lets them draw anything they see or imagine. In this class, study methods, explore traditional and experimental techniques and push yourself to use creative experimentation to build strong pieces.

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Drawing in Black + White (Ages 13–14)

January 28, 2019

Artists who are good at drawing don’t just have a few things they can render—they have a method that lets them draw anything they see or imagine. In this class, study methods, explore traditional and experimental techniques and push yourself to use creative experimentation to build strong pieces.

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Drawing in Black + White (Ages 13–14)

January 28, 2019

Artists who are good at drawing don’t just have a few things they can render—they have a method that lets them draw anything they see or imagine. In this class, study methods, explore traditional and experimental techniques and push yourself to use creative experimentation to build strong pieces.

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Explore an Artist a Day (Ages 9–10)- New!

January 28, 2019

Each day, we’ll learn about a new artist and the medium in which they work. Explore why artists make art and what in turn makes you an artist! Which causes are important to you? What inspires you? Have fun and explore art-making processes and concepts with inspiration from those who came before us.

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