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Digital Character Design and World Building (Ages 11–12)

January 14, 2019

Build a fictional world and create the characters that live in it. Using a Wacom tablet and a variety of both digital programs and traditional media, we’ll develop fully imagined characters and the environments that they live in. This course is great for students looking to jump into digital arts and bring their imagination to […]

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Digital Character Design and World Building (Ages 13–14)

January 14, 2019

Build a fictional world and create the characters that live in it. Using a Wacom tablet and a variety of both digital programs and traditional media, we’ll develop fully imagined characters and the environments that they live in. This course is great for students looking to jump into digital arts and bring their imagination to […]

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Drawing Fundamentals (Ages 15-18)

January 14, 2019

At the Visual Arts Center of Richmond, high school students ages 15-18 can expand their artistic practice, grow their personal portfolios and prepare for art school. Take an Art League class and get the chance to work in professional studios, alongside working artists. For dedicated students, we offer a certificate program. Learn more about Art […]

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Exploring Printmaking (Ages 13-14)

January 14, 2019

Explore a variety of printmaking techniques to make multiples of your artwork. We’ll explore processes like linoleum carving, printing on the etching press, screen printing, non-toxic engraving, and colographs. Images may be transferred to paper, fabrics or t-shirts.

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Exploring Printmaking (Ages 11-12)

January 14, 2019

Explore a variety of printmaking techniques to make multiples of your artwork. We’ll explore processes like linoleum carving, printing on the etching press, screen printing, non-toxic engraving, and colographs. Images may be transferred to paper, fabrics or t-shirts.

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Handbuilding with Clay (Ages 13–14)

January 14, 2019

Learn to create a variety of ceramic forms with your hands. We’ll cover pinch pots, coil–building and low–relief sculpture, which will allow us to create small vessels and beautiful clay tiles. We’ll also cover some basics about firing and glazing.

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Handbuilding with Clay (Ages 13–14)

January 14, 2019

Learn to create a variety of ceramic forms with your hands. We’ll cover pinch pots, coil–building and low–relief sculpture, which will allow us to create small vessels and beautiful clay tiles. We’ll also cover some basics about firing and glazing.

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Cartooning (Ages 13-14)

January 14, 2019

Invent your own cartoon characters and stories as you learn about drawing methods and materials used by professional cartoonists. We’ll also explore the history of the comic form.

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Cartooning (Ages 11–12)

January 14, 2019

Invent your own cartoon characters and stories as you learn about drawing methods and materials used by professional cartoonists. We’ll also explore the history of the comic form.

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Digital Character Design (Ages 13-14)

January 14, 2019

Using role-playing game (RPG) world-building techniques, you’ll create your own unique character concept. Bring your character to life using digital photography, grid drawing, ink and digital painting. Learn to use a Wacom tablet in conjunction with Adobe Photoshop and compete with your classmates for the ultimate treasure, a tabletop RPG.

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Exploring Printmaking (Ages 13–14)

January 14, 2019

Explore a variety of printmaking techniques to make multiples of your artwork. We’ll explore processes like monotypes, linoleum carving, printing on the etching press, screen printing, non–toxic engraving and colographs. We’ll transfer images to paper, vinyl, plexiglass, fabrics or wood.

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Figure Drawing (Ages 15–18)- NEW!

January 14, 2019

Use the human figure to build and fine tune your drawing skills as we study motion, proportion and expression. As diverse as the art world can be, figure study is still a standard in any comprehensive education program, and a must-have in any art student’s portfolio.

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Handbuilding with Clay (Ages 11-12)

January 14, 2019

Learn to create a variety of ceramic forms with your hands. We’ll cover pinch pots, coil-building and low-relief sculpture, which will allow us to create small vessels and beautiful clay tiles. We’ll also cover some basics about firing and glazing.

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Metalworking (Ages 11–12)

January 14, 2019

Get 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 utilize bolts, screws and rivets to connect it in new ways.

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Mixed Media Visual Journaling (Ages 13–14)– NEW!

January 14, 2019

Express your identity, memory and creativity through the visual journal. We’ll create our own journals and take a journey into mixed media infused with art-making, collage and writing while learning a new medium each week.

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