Learn how to prepare wax forms for casting. We’ll go over techniques like squaring the wax block, marking out a pattern, carving, smoothing, and truing up the wax, and will cover tips for marking and carving a geometrically perfect wax model. You’ll also learn how to use a wax gun and a wax pen. This […]
read moreHand-spinning is an ancient and nearly universal fiber craft transcending cultural roles that range from the personal to the ceremonial. In this class, we will familiarize ourselves with the drop spindle as an effective tool, and explore a range of fibers and techniques for creating thread, cordage, and yarn. Spinning is a craft to hone […]
read moreLearn how to effectively and creatively use your digital camera and leave the auto button behind! You’ll learn the fundaments of photography and image capture, including aperture, shutter speed, ISO, white balance, and composition. We'll also cover tips and tricks like choosing the right lens for your image. Weekly assignments, critiques and discussions will help […]
read moreLearn how to weave on a rigid heddle loom! We'll warp a rigid heddle loom using the direct warping method. This method is unique to rigid heddles and quick to set up so you can start weaving in no time. You can expect demonstrations on maintaining straight selvages, dealing with weft tails, changing colors, and […]
read moreDive into a world of visual storytelling through drawing exercises in Procreate! In this class, you will learn the steps needed to take an idea from conception to finished illustration. Beginning with a general prompt, you will brainstorm image ideas using various exercises and learn how to best realize those ideas through digital painting. This […]
read moreAdvance your knowledge of acrylic painting by practicing technical applications of paint. Students will develop their own style of painting as they learn advanced techniques. We will learn how to paint in various genres, to paint from life, and to develop a concept from sketch to completion. Students will complete multiple paintings but will finish […]
read moreExplore the screen-printing process combined with collage and drawing in this unique multimedia class. We will begin by cutting and pasting magazine images into a collage. We will then hand trace the collage onto a transparent paper with an opaque paint pen. This transparent drawing will be used to expose the screen culminating in a […]
read moreExplore the letterpress printing process, which dates back to the 15th century and the time of Gutenberg. We’ll cover typesetting, inking, printing and paper selection as you become familiar with the terminology and VisArts’ presses. You’ll have time to create multiple pieces and trade work with classmates, which will help you build a small collection […]
read moreFiber passes through the hands as a tether into deep ritual, relationship, and memory of shared labor. In Wool Spinning as Ritual, we will situate wool into our ecologic, historic, and social contexts, and trust the material as teacher. We will learn to spin wool in its most elemental form, becoming familiar with simple but […]
read moreIn this generative workshop, students of multiple creative writing genres will engage with and practice creating “retold tales”—rewriting myths, fairy tales, legends, classic stories, and other similar sources by adding new twists or using different points of view. We will consider questions about perspective, cultural and geographical location, power, and identity. Students will read short […]
read moreLearn how to create multicolor screen prints of your own design. This class will expand on the registration techniques learnt in intro classes, focusing on adding layers/colors to create more complex images. We will look at how to break apart an image by hand and in the computer. Color theory will be discussed through the […]
read moreThis class focuses on basic tips for revising poetry, giving and receiving constructive poetic feedback, and how to further revise a poem after a group workshop. First, we'll get inspired by topics or prompts discussed in class and revise poems you have been working on to get them workshop-ready. Then, workshop your poem among peers […]
read moreLearn the basics of lampworking with borosilicate glass. From gathering and mashing to sculpting, students can expect to leave the class with fundamental skills and several fully finished pieces. We will cover pendants and small sculptures, and explore your own ideas and visions. This class is best suited for beginners but can accommodate more experienced […]
read moreLearn the ancient craft of knitting! You will learn to cast on, knit, purl and cast off to make a beginners project. We'll also cover pattern reading, abbreviations, yarn and needle selection.
read moreCreate something beautiful and useful! Learn to weave several baskets using reed, seagrass, and natural materials.
read moreExplore screenprinting, a process that allows artists to create hand-printed multiples of the same image. Translate your graphic design, photography, or drawings into vibrant, layered compositions. Learn a variety of ways to create screens that can be used to print onto fabric, paper or wood.
read moreWhether you are a novice or advanced, this class will immerse you in screen-printing methods and projects that are customized for your personal level of enjoyment and exploration. Each student will select a personal theme and work with the instructor to make use of appropriate inks, image-making techniques like drawing fluid and photo, and substrates […]
read moreThis 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 group discussion.
read moreIn this intermediate drawing class centered on pencil work, students will learn the intricacies of capturing proportion and mastering composition. They will discover the nuanced art of using pencils to create harmonious and visually compelling pieces of art. Through individualized feedback and guidance, students will learn how to effectively balance proportion and composition to create […]
read moreThis class is the perfect introduction to woodworking concepts and tools. We'll explore basic, core concepts of carpentry will be discussed, and you will get to choose a simple design of your own to build. We will also explore and gain inspiration from woodworking as art by viewing and discussing the presence of visual art […]
read moreLearn to take black and white photographs using 35mm film, process the film, and print photographs in a darkroom, all within one weekend.
read moreGet introduced to the basics of woodworking as it pertains to picture framing. You'll learn woodworking techniques like measuring and calculating dimensions, cutting and joining molding, reinforcing a miter joint with splines, and basic woodshop safety. We'll also cover the framing process including matting art or floating with spacers, putting together the frame, and installing […]
read moreGet introduced to watercolors or refresh your knowledge of the medium. We’ll explore our materials, then cover application methods like wet–on–wet, glazes, blocks, resists and lifts. We’ll also cover work area set–up, composition set–up, lost and found edges, transferring imagery and methods for controlling the paint. With an emphasis on value as a way to […]
read moreDive into the art of photographing people in a way that reflects their true essence. Through hands-on practice, you’ll explore techniques for building trust and directing with confidence. We’ll cover everything from pre-session planning to in-the-moment connection, so you can help your subjects feel relaxed and seen, resulting in images that are both beautiful and […]
read moreLearn to throw clay on a potter’s wheel. We’ll cover the foundations of wheel work, including wedging and centering clay and forming cylinders, cups and bowls. Basic glazing information will help you finish your final forms.
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