Puppet Party! (Ages 6 – 8)
This class is all about puppets. In this class, we will make several kinds of puppets and create our own puppet stories to perform.
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Hand Building With Clay: Curio Cabinets + Mini-Sculptures (Ages 12 – 14)
Learn the basics of hand building with clay and to create both functional and non-functional wares. We will discuss generating creative ideas, cover a variety of techniques, and explore the world of clay! Use stoneware clay to make an altar or mini-curio cabinet, then design tiny sculptures to place inside.
read moreBlack + White Darkroom Photography (Ages 15 – 18)
Using 35mm film camera, 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 […]
read moreDrawing, Painting + Collage (Ages 6-8)
If you want to explore drawing and painting, this class will show you how! Discover a variety of media and techniques for drawing and painting before we end with a collage using everything we've explored.
read moreLearn to Draw (Ages 12 – 14)
Want to learn to draw, but don't know where to start? Already have some drawing skills, but want to level up? This class will cover the fundamentals of using graphite, ink, and charcoal to draw from life and photo references. You'll have fun with drawing activities, experiment with art supplies, and practice your skills through […]
read moreScreenprinting T-Shirts + Posters (Ages 12 – 14)
Learn how to screen print by making posters and t-shirts. We'll cover lots of approaches within this versatile medium, including creating hand-drawn stencils with your own design. Learn about printing, registration and color mixing using water-based, non-toxic acrylic ink. Experimentation is encouraged!
read moreAuthors + Illustrators (Ages 6 – 8)
Do you love to tell stories? In this class you will write and illustrate your own tales inside a handmade book! We will learn how to bind a book, how to use a variety of drawing materials, and how to craft an exciting story with words and images. We'll help each other turn ideas and […]
read moreMake Your Own Patches (Ages 9 – 11)
Make patches to sew on clothes by upcycling material. We will use paint pens and learn to draw designs and lettering, learn embroidery, and experiment with woodblock printing to create wearable art! The teacher will help students execute their creative vision for their patches. The goal is to have a handful of patches made by […]
read moreDrawing Lab (Ages 6 – 8)
Let’s explore the fun parts of drawing: Surprises, creative flow and experimentation. In the process, we'll build our technical drawing skills. This class includes lots of drawing experiments. Like mad scientists in our lab, we'll see which new formulations and reactions we can create. It will get a little silly and a little spectacular!
read morePainting Animals (Ages 6 – 8)
Learn how to paint new textures and all types of animal! From hippos to alligator eyes, close ups of beaver and tiger feet on real canvases! Learn how to mix complex colors in acrylic and watercolor and create realistic shadows in this exciting after-school program!
read moreStained Glass (Ages 12 – 14)
Embrace your love of color by learning to make stained glass. Select or design stained glass patterns, then cut, grind, clean, foil, and solder your stained glass creation using the Tiffany technique. Beginners complete a small window and students with previous experience learn more advanced techniques, completing more challenging projects of their choice.
read moreMural Painting (Ages 9 – 11)
Enjoy painting and want to paint big? Join us for a collaborative painting experience. We'll get inspired with a mural walk through the Fan neighborhood, then work both individually and together to create a large-scale painting that will be displayed at VisArts.
read more3D Animation (Ages 12 – 14)
Students will learn the basics of 3D animation and make their own 3D animated gifs. No prior knowledge of animation or 3D computer programs is required! We’ll explore how to navigate and create in Blender, the free and accessible computer graphics software used for professional 3D animation, 3D printing, video game creation, and more! By […]
read moreMake Your Own Stickers in Procreate on iPads (Ages 12 – 14)
In this sticker making class, students will explore digital sticker design using Procreate. They'll learn essential digital art techniques, develop their creative ideas, and refine their designs through hands-on practice. Each class we will focus on different aspects of the design process, including composition, feedback, and preparing artwork for printing. By the end of the […]
read morePaint like a Pro: Creative Still Lifes (Ages 9 – 11)
Use acrylic paints and learn to paint like a pro through careful observation of the subject in front of you. Learn to mix colors, match the the shapes you observe and practice different brush techniques. Create exciting compositions from unconventional objects – a giant gummy bear! An abandoned sock! The world is your oyster!
read moreMetalworking (Ages 12 – 14)
Try working with metal and traditional metalworking tools. We’ll explore different ways to cut metal safely and bend it accurately, then we’ll try texturing, hammering and stamping. Students ages 9-11 will focus on cold connection (learning to drill, rivet, and friction fit), then they’ll create and fasten their own metal designs. Students ages 12-14 will […]
read moreLearn to Quilt (Ages 9 – 11)
Learn to quilt! We'll cover the basics of using a sewing machine to create quilts, including some of the most popular stitches, different types of fabric, and more! We'll use simple quilt patterns to make a small lap quilt or quilted wall hanging.
read moreNeedle Felting Sculpture (Ages 9 – 11)
Learn how to create magical, fuzzy 3D sculptures starting with an idea and a ball of wool. Using a needle to knit the fibers together, transform the colorful wool into anything your mind can dream. Make a fluffy animal, a race car, the best meal you've ever had, or anything else you can imagine!
read moreHand Building With Clay (Ages 15 – 18)
Get your hands dirty and learn how to make pottery! Make artwork that you can eat out of and admire. Learn tons of different techniques like pinch pots, and coil building, using molds and operating the extruder.
read moreMetalworking: Designing Rings + Things (Ages 15 – 18)
Learn the basics of metalsmithing to fabricate rings, earrings, pendants, or small sculptures. We'll cover measuring, piercing, soldering, filing, sanding, and other finishing techniques. Students will leave with several finished projects and a great base-level skillset.
read moreClay Sculpture (Ages 6 – 8)
Be bold and come to the clay studio to create beautiful and imaginative sculpture out of air dry clay! Learn tons of cool ways to make pottery including pinch pots, carving, and molding. Make wacky bubble heads, tree houses, and plates full of yummy fake foods!
read moreCharacter Design + World Building (Ages 9 – 11)
Look at what it takes to build rich and interesting worlds that are worth getting lost in. You'll use creative writing tools to develop characters with complete backstories and interesting goals. This is a great class for those who like to imagine far-away places, whether fantasy, science fiction or based on reality.
read moreMaking Comics in Procreate on iPads (Ages 12 – 14)
Students will learn the basics of comic book storytelling, including character design, panel layout, and speech bubbles. Through exploring different styles of comics and collaborating with their peers, students will gain confidence in expressing themselves and develop their artistic and communication skills. By the end of the program, each student will have created their own […]
read moreAnimating on iPads (Ages 12 – 14)
Learn how to animate on an iPad! You will develop strong foundations in 2D, digital animation by exploring digital software such as Procreate or the FlipaClip app. We'll complete exercises like synching animation to sound, walk cycles and storyboarding. The goal of this course is to give you the tools and knowledge to continue digital […]
read moreDrawing in Black + White (Ages 15 – 18)
Discover how to convey line, form, color, shape, texture, and more through drawing. Fine-tune your drawing skills using a variety of drawing media. In-class exercises and critiques, along with critical discussions of other artists’ work will broaden your understanding of technique and expand your expressive content.
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