Learn the image transfer process to transform images from magazines into transparent layers within your art. Experiment with combining various media, source material, and collage techniques to develop and discover your own personal style. Work on a variety of surfaces including paper, fabric and wood.
read moreCreate your own imaginary world! You’ll use different media techniques and your imagination to paint, draw and construct your own unique environment.
read morePainting with paper like Mark Bradford: We’ll build up layers of paper then tear away sections to create artwork like that of Mark Bradford.
read moreWire drawings like Gego: Learn about and draw with wire like Gego! We will focus on using wire and repeating shapes to create an abstract work of art. This class is all about enjoying the process of making art and learning how to work with wire.
read moreGet in touch with your intuition! Students will learn about SoulCollage, a process in which you make a deck of cards for personal readings one at a time. They are easy, fun and satisfying to make and use. Creating SoulCollage cards can be used for helping us to answer life’s questions. Personal readings from our […]
read moreExperiment with different kinds of relief printmaking focusing on materials that can be found in most homes.
read moreExplore, create and design monsters with drawing techniques and innovation. Each day, we’ll explore different monster building components and create characters for superheroes, games or the movie screen.
read moreDesign your own earthworks art either inspired by Andy Goldsworthy’s work or based on your own idea. While designing and creating an outdoor installation, students will be encouraged to use grasses, leaves, flowers, rocks and other natural materials from nature to create contrasting colors and textures.
read moreRecycled Accordion Books: Finished with that box of cereal? Recycle it and learn step-by-step how to create an accordion book to draw in.
read moreThis two-hour studio course is designed for painters who are familiar with the fundamentals of water media and who are interested in the development of the subject matter, style and content of their painting. Each session will begin with a short presentation on an artist, technique or exhibition with follow up time used for guidance, […]
read moreExplore new media each day and learn to create your own underwater environment. You’ll make animals, plants and learn about sea life. Paint, draw and use construction paper to create your own underwater experience.
read moreDesign A Straw Necklace: Families will learn how to create straw necklaces inspired by fun pattern making, geometric shapes and colors.
read morePainting with paper like Mark Bradford: We’ll build up layers of paper then tear away sections to create artwork like that of Mark Bradford.
read moreThis two-hour studio course is designed for painters who are familiar with the fundamentals of color and basic acrylic + oil techniques and who are interested in the development of the subject matter, style and content of their painting. Each session will begin with a short presentation on an artist, technique or exhibition with follow […]
read moreWork with a variety of materials to make art inspired by myths and folklore from all around the world. Projects include Chinese dragon illustrations, a Minotaur maze, and mixed media collages of mythical creatures.
read moreIn this class, we’ll explore the art of storytelling. Through the practice of mindfulness, we’ll learn how to identify emotion and communicate it through written story.
read moreComplete a new, nature-inspired project in each class! Collect materials from the outdoors and your home to create artwork from natural materials. We’ll focus on using nature as inspiration and as a source for materials. Harness your creative energy and embrace the summer!
read moreUse different art media and techniques to create your own, original food art. Imagination and creativity are key! Paint, draw and use construction paper to create a meal that looks good enough to eat.
read moreInvestigate the principles of flight by making paper airplanes, kites and learning about flying machines, both real and imagined.
read moreExplore the jungle through different art techniques. Make 2-D and 3-D animals (chameleons, tree frogs, snakes, toucans, jungle guide accessories) in various media (tempera paint, oil pastels and watercolors).
read moreLearn three techniques for creating infinite visual patterns. In spiritual traditions across the world, mandalas, labyrinths and other repeating patterns are used to help us calm and center ourselves, and get in touch with our interconnectedness with each other and the natural world. While we learn new drawing and design skills, we’ll also be learning […]
read moreCreate a weaving that is ready to display on the same picture frame you use to weave it. Learn two selvedge warping methods for frame weaving as well as multiple tapestry techniques. We will be embedding flowers or other organic materials that can be found just outside your front door to create unique, woven artwork.
read moreThis two-hour studio course is designed for anyone interested in the techniques and development of visual journaling. We’ll review the contributions of visual diarists such as Dan Eldon and Frida Kahlo. Each session will begin with a short presentation on a visual diarist, technique or significant artist with follow up time for guidance, feedback and […]
read moreLearn how to make and use shadow puppets and crankies, a special story telling set-up, to tell a short story of your own.
read moreOrigami Heart Messages: Families will learn about the beautiful art of paper folding! Create a collection of paper hearts and write inspiring messages inside them to give to family, friends and community.
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