ONSITE: Fused Glass Sculpture (Ages 15-18)
In this introduction to glass fusing class, students will learn how to cut glass, assemble it, put it in a kiln and make unique pieces of art to take home with them by the end of the week!
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ONSITE: The Art + The Artist: Fashion Photography and Modeling (Ages 15-18)
Whether you want to create behind-the-camera or star in your own photos, this workshop is a way to experience both sides of a fashion photo shoot! Whether you're an aspiring photographer or a model, this workshop will equip you with the skills and insights needed to create captivating fashion imagery and confidently participate in photo […]
read moreONSITE: Environment + Level Art for Video Games (Ages 15-18)
This course introduces students to the creation process of game environment and level art. Students will experience the complete process of creating game-level components and mock-ups and walk away with their own art assets, a finished environment mockup, and a basic understanding of the environment creation process.
read moreONSITE: Creating Props, Costumes + Models (Ages 15-18)
The perfect class for anyone interested in a wide range of subjects from cosplay, making models as drawing reference, customizing figures, creating theatre props, costume design, and more. This class will be tailored to a project of the student's choice, guided all the way from ideating to a fully realized final product – whatever it […]
read moreONSITE: Stained Glass (Ages 15-18)
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 moreONSITE: Animating on the iPad: ProCreate Dreams (Ages 15-18)
Digital animation, a costly and difficult process? Luckily, UNTRUE! Let's learn how to draw 2D animations and motion graphics in the affordable, robust and beginner-friendly program Procreate Dreams. Whether you're a first-time animator or have some experience under your belt, you'll learn something new. Learn how to bring your ideas to life.
read moreONSITE: Metal Jewelry: Designing Rings (Ages 15-18)
Learn how to make a variety of wearable metal rings. We will learn how to measure, cut, file, solder, shape, and polish our metal to create unique and personalized jewelry.
read moreONSITE: Artivism RVA: Social Activism through Collaborative Zine Making (Ages 15-18)
Learn the art of zine making as a form of social artivism (art activism). In this program, we will work together to creatively reflect on community-engaged art practice, demonstrating our ability to engage with and understand ourselves, each other, and our local community. Students will learn about and explore the Mending Walls mural project to […]
read moreONSITE: Dungeons, Dragons + Drawing (Ages 15-18)
Learn the art of character design and worldbuilding in this D&D focused class! We will operate as an adventuring party and take on fun drawing challenges framed as in-game encounters. Students will learn about collaborative storytelling and worldbuilding, D&D character creation, how to GM a tabletop RPG, how to bring their characters and worlds to […]
read moreONSITE: 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 moreONSITE: Stop-Motion Animation (Ages 9-11)
Jump 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 moreONSITE: Digital Comics (Ages 15-18)
Learn the fundamentals of making comics using a digital medium. The class will include a rundown of digital drawing software and will cover topics such as character design, panel composition, and story structure. By the end of this class, students will have completed a multi-page comic and will have foundational knowledge to create further comics […]
read moreONSITE: Stained Glass Workshop: Create a Suncatcher (Ages 15-18)
Learn the basics of working in VisArts' Glass studio by creating a light catcher! Students will learn to cut glass, grind the edges, foil the glass, then solder it all together.
read moreONSITE: Multi-Color Screenprinting (Ages 12-14)
Let's explore thinking about our art in layers! In this hands-on class, you will learn how to create multi-color, hand-drawn, screen-printed imagery. Ideal class for students who are artistically motivated and interested in learning more advanced screen-printing methods.
read moreONSITE: Paint like a Pro: Creative Still Lifes (Ages 12-14)
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 moreONSITE: Sculptural Ceramic Containers (Ages 15-18)
Explore the world of hand-built clay structure. Designed for all skill levels, students will delve into fundamental techniques over eight sessions. They will craft unique functional ceramic containers, disguised as sculptures, like castles, beehives, or houses. Participants will learn the basics of slab and hand-building techniques, how to create lids with a keyhole locking mechanism, […]
read moreONSITE: Stained 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 moreONSITE: Story-Inspired Arts + Crafts (Ages 6-8)
We will become storytellers of our art, starting each class with improv games to get us loosened up! We will read stories and talk about the language, illustrations, and concepts. We'll explore a variety of 2D + 3D media, like printmaking, sculpture, fiber and more to create crafts based on the story.
read moreONSITE: Rainbows, Rainbows Everywhere! (Ages 6-8)
Calling all rainbow lovers! During this class, we will make rainbows out of anything and everything, from string art to print-making, mosaics to sculpture, we will celebrate the many arts and crafts techniques we can use to celebrate the joy that rainbows bring!
read moreONSITE: Create Your Own Board Game (Ages 9-11)
Create your very own board game to play with friends and family! We'll share ideas about our favorite games, play some games together, and design our own game boards and pieces. You'll leave this class with your own one-of-a-kind board game, as well as ideas for several different games you can play with it.
read moreONSITE: Handbuilding Clay Planters + Vases (Ages 12-14)
Join us in the clay studio to make planters and vases for all your plants and flowers to live in. Put them on display with some unique pottery that will make them shine bright!
read moreONSITE: Needle Felting Miniatures (Ages 12-14)
Learn the basics of dry needle felting with wool roving to create adorable miniature 3D sculptures.
read moreONSITE: Animating on iPads (Ages 9-11)
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 moreONSITE: 3D 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 moreONSITE: Darkroom Photography (Ages 9-11)
Learn the fundamentals of black and white photography. We'll take photo excursions and use the darkroom to print our photographs. Ages 9-11 will use pinhole cameras and learn to create photograms. For ages 12-14, lessons include camera operation, composition, lighting, subject matter, and other principles. 12-14 year old students may bring their own manual, 35mm […]
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