Create wearable, wire art! You’ll learn wire manipulating and shaping techniques, then use traditional jewelry tools to make roses, scrolls, perfect loops, wrapped loops, headpins, cages, hooks and closures. Learn to strengthen and harden your designs, then add beads and learn finishing techniques.
read moreCreate a small-scale story entirely out of colorful modeling clay and bring it to life through the hands-on process of claymation. In this interactive class, you’ll learn the step-by-step process of stop-frame animation. You will bring your idea to life, crafting it loosely in clay, receiving feedback along the way, as you make your very own claymation […]
read moreUsing 35mm cameras, 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 your […]
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 moreExplore acrylic painting in a class inteded to help students develop control in painting from observation as well as invention. We’ll cover technical aspects of acrylic painting, material handling, pursuit of creative directions and experimentation with expressive elements. This class counts as a core course toward VisArts’ Art League Certificate.
read morePrintmaking is a great way to make multiples of your artwork and spread your message. We’ll explore how important messages have been communicated throughout history in different forms of printmaking: Newspapers, posters, flyers, etc. You’ll create your own multiples through linocut, stamping, and other forms of printmaking.
read moreCome and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. Explore different art media to create an under the sea collage!
read moreUsing digital cameras or a smartphone and the creative process, you’ll produce fun photographs with your own toys as your models. Learn how to convey mood and feelings and photo tips specific to toy photography, which is a professional genre of photography. You’ll also learn basic photo editing techniques using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
read moreExplore exciting ways to combine words and pictures as you record creative ideas, document your life, and express your thoughts and feelings. We’ll fill the pages of a composition notebook with images and writing that reflect who you are, what you know, and what you find interesting. This class will include both writing and drawing, […]
read moreGet acquainted with metal and learn basic metalworking techniques. Students will create individual projects using traditional jewelry tools. You’ll learn how to cut shapes using a jeweler’s saw and heat your metal to soften and reshape your work. We’ll also drill into metal, then use bolts, screws and rivets to connect it in new ways.
read moreCome and make art side by side as a family. Each week, families will explore a new medium and create a beautiful project together. We will construct colorful, papier-mâché lanterns to light up our springtime evenings!
read moreEveryone has a story to tell. Combine character drawings, environments and dialogue to create your very own picture books. This course gets everyone drawing their own characters on the first day, and then dives into techniques for visual storytelling. We’ll create several books using a variety of media and look at picture books at the […]
read moreGet acquainted with metal and learn basic metalworking techniques. Students will create individual projects using traditional jewelry tools. You’ll learn how to cut shapes using a jeweler’s saw and heat your metal to soften and reshape your work. We’ll also drill into metal, then use bolts, screws and rivets to connect it in new ways.
read moreExplore the world of fashion illustration! We’ll look at how to set up a base model, draw fabulous outfits, look at color basics, and have themed challenges.
read moreRecycle found objects into papier-mâché people, animals, or creatures!
read moreRev up your imagination and dive into the wonderful world of papier-mâché sculpture. Using crumpled paper, masking tape, wire, cardboard and paste, we’ll make amazing sculptures! We’ll explore both sculpting and painting techniques.
read moreLearn how to animate on a computer! Students will develop strong foundations in 2-D, digital animation by exploring digital software such as Adobe Animate CC and by learning the 12 principles of animation. We’ll complete exercises like synching animation to sound, walk cycles and storyboarding. The goal of this course is to give students the […]
read moreLearn how to animate on a computer! Students will develop strong foundations in 2-D, digital animation by exploring digital software such as Adobe Animate CC and by learning the 12 principles of animation. We’ll complete exercises like synching animation to sound, walk cycles and storyboarding. The goal of this course is to give students the […]
read moreTap into the power of your imagination, observations, and memories to draw inspiration for creative writing. We’ll transform an ordinary composition book into a writer’s notebook and use it to write about personal experiences, interesting characters, memorable places, dream worlds, and more. Each class will include a combination of fun, short activities and a longer […]
read moreJump into the world of stop-motion animation. Work with drawings, paper cut-outs and clay. Learn how to produce 2-D and 3-D animation sequences and bring inanimate subjects to life.
read moreTap into the power of your imagination, observations, and memories to draw inspiration for creative writing. We’ll transform an ordinary composition book into a writer’s notebook and use it to write about personal experiences, interesting characters, memorable places, dream worlds, and more. Each class will include a combination of fun, short activities and a longer […]
read moreMindfulness 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 become more mindful. Enjoy the fun and relaxing benefits of making beautiful art inspired by nature!
read moreDiscover the wonders of color and cloth by exploring fabric dyes and tie-dye techniques. At the end of the week, we’ll use our collection of dyed fabric to create a tote bag using the sewing machine.
read moreLearn what goes into designing your own unique, cartoon character. Together, we’ll create their different visual traits and give them a unique backstory to make them cool and unforgettable.
read moreLearn a variety of ceramic hand-building techniques such as pinch pots, coil and slab building. You’ll learn to create functional vessels and creative sculptural objects.
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