Learn to make wearable, metal earrings, necklaces and bracelets! We’ll cut, texture and shape metal using traditional metalworking tools, and try stamping and making holes for attaching. Then, we’ll sand, file and finish before exploring wire and beading techniques to join our pieces together. (Students in the 12-14 age group will have the opportunity to […]
read moreExplore surrealism through painting! Surrealist artwork is based on reality, but has been altered to be unreal. In this class, you'll learn how to take photographs, turn them into collages, and make acrylic paintings based on them, creating your own fantastical surrealist artwork.
read moreBring mythical creatures and characters to life! Starting with historical figures and or characters from your favorite fantasy books and shows. You'll put your imagination to the test while learning the magical ways watercolor can contribute to developing these beautiful characters.
read moreDraw inspiration from nautical myths and legends and create your own creatures with their very own lore. Come to the clay studio to try many different ways to build with clay and illustrate a short story to document the legends of your own mythical creatures!
read moreLet's explore art-making! Create eclectic 2D and 3D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint or other materials. Our smallest artists can sign up for multiple weeks of classes and always have new projects to create!
read moreExplore a variety of printmaking techniques to make multiples of your artwork. We’ll look at processes like monotypes, linoleum carving, screenprinting, non–toxic engraving and colographs. We’ll transfer images to paper, vinyl, plexiglass, fabrics or wood.
read moreEnjoy 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 moreOrigami is the relaxing yet challenging Japanese art of folding paper to create shapes and figures. Students will make a variety of creations using cutting and folding techniques. We’ll paint and decorate paper and make things like fans, flowers and stars.
read moreExplore the world of pen and ink drawing. This class covers everything from basic line work to more advanced techniques like cross-hatching and stippling, helping you create bold, detailed artwork with ink.
read moreCreate a paper-mâché piñata of your own! A piñata is an object made of paper that is decorated, filled with treats, and then broken open as a celebration. Mexican culture often use piñatas to celebrate a happy occasion. After you create your art, on the last day of class we will celebrate by smashing a […]
read moreLearn how to crochet and make a crossbody bag: great for holding a water bottle, phone, or other treasures!
read moreExplore a world of fantasy through mixed-media art making. Projects will include wearable art, sculpture, drawing and collage.
read moreTrompe L’oeil is an artistic term for realistic depictions of objects re-imagined as art. In this class you’ll create glass art based on everyday objects—a pizza, a pencil, or maybe a toe! Create your own trompe l’oeil work with fused glass.
read moreDiscover fantastic creatures and document them in your Explorer's Sketchbook. In this class, you'll learn how to turn wild ideas into incredible illustrations!
read moreLearn about architecture from around the world and create your own clay city out of air-dry clay! Students can paint their creations and take them home by the end of class on Friday.
read moreMake action figures out of discarded toys and parts! We will be using parts of existing toys to alter, reassemble and make unique creations. We will be upcycling and sculpting additional parts out of clay and whatever else we can find! Bring your own toy parts or use ours!
read moreIn this digital art class, students will design their own printable tarot deck, blending creativity with storytelling and symbolism. They’ll learn the basics of digital illustration, using tools like drawing tablets or digital drawing apps to bring their card designs to life. Each student will complete a personalized, digitally illustrated mini tarot deck by the […]
read moreIn this class, it's okay to play with your food! Learn to handbuild with clay to make clay models of your favorite foods. Students will use air-dry clay and paint them so you can take your food home at the end of class on Friday!
read moreCreate your own fuzzy wool friend! Students will learn how to use colorful wool fibers and tools to create 3D felted animals. Needle felting takes soft wool roving and uses a small needle in order to mat wool fibers together to make objects.
read moreGet hat and helmet inspiration from your favorite shows, stories, or movies, or come up with your own designs. We'll draw, construct, paint, and finally wear our beautiful, monstrous, or fierce headwear together. Your creativity is the limit!
read moreLearn the fundamentals of black and white photography. We'll take photo field trips 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. Ages 12 – 14 may bring their own […]
read moreLearn how to draw in black and white. Create beautiful drawings with traditional and experimental techniques. Improve your drawing skills with this course. Study methods and push yourself to build strong drawings.
read moreLet's explore art-making! Create eclectic 2D and 3D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint or other materials. Our smallest artists can sign up for multiple weeks of classes and always have new projects to create!
read moreExplore a variety of printmaking techniques to make multiples of your artwork. We’ll look at processes like monotypes, linoleum carving, screenprinting, non–toxic engraving and colographs. We’ll transfer images to paper, vinyl, plexiglass, fabrics or wood.
read moreEmbrace your love of color by learning to make stained glass. You'll select and design stained glass patterns, then cut, grind, clean, foil and solder your creation using the copper foil technique and lead-free solder. Beginners will complete a simple suncatcher and more experienced students will explore more advanced designs. We'll end class with our own […]
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