Take time to notice the materials all around you that can be re-used to make art. Go on neighborhood walks to begin your own collection of found-objects, then learn how to transform them into works of art!
read moreLearn the basics of old school, hand-drawn animation. We’ll learn character design and create our own unique character who winks, waves and morphs.
read moreUsing acrylic paints, learn to paint like a pro through careful observation of the subjects before us. Whether we are working from a still-life set up in the classroom, or from photo references of a variety of interesting subjects (including animals, landscapes, architecture and people) we’ll learn to match the colors and shapes we are […]
read moreEmbrace your love of color by learning to make stained glass. Learn to 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 moreCreate eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.
read moreDo you love tiny objects and working with clay? Have fun making miniature clay animals, fairy garden furniture, tiny food, beads, pendants and more!
read moreMake a puppet entirely using an array of colored felt sheets and glue. Fabricate small-scale sets and develop a short story for a theatrical puppet show presentation.
read moreDream up your own cartoon heroes and send them on a quest in a mini-comic! We’ll explore the drawing techniques of favorite cartoons, discover the building blocks of a story, and assemble a 12-page miniature comic book from start to finish.
read moreCreate eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.
read moreLearn a variety of ceramic hand-building techniques such as pinch pots, coil and slab building. You’ll learn to create functional vessels and creative sculptural objects.
read moreLearn the history and basic principles of character design. Character designers are essential to the development of movies, videogames, comic books and all manner of modern entertainment. Use traditional drawing skills as well as Adobe Photoshop and a Wacom tablet to develop your own OC (original character). A basic understanding of figure drawing is recommended.
read moreExplore creative aspects of printmaking by making hand-carved styrofoam plates, glue prints, safety cut prints and photo emulsion prints. We’ll also learn how to make multiples of our drawings to create editioned prints, just like professional printers. After class, you can give away prints to your friends and family!
read moreLearn the ancient Japanese art of Shibori (tie-dye) using an organic natural indigo bath. It’s the bluest of all blues. Dye fabric, a bandana and a t-shirt.
read moreIt’s easy to take a picture of a person, but not always as simple to capture that person’s character. We’ll tackle the question of what makes a compelling portrait and explore film photography. We’ll create portraits with studio lighting and take field trips to learn about natural light portraiture. Students will also print their photographs […]
read moreCreate eclectic 2-D and 3-D art collections using clay, wire, fabric, paint and other materials. Each class is different, so students can sign up for multiple weeks.
read moreLearn how to animate on a computer! Students will develop a strong foundation in 2-D digital animation by exploring digital software (Adobe Animate CC) and by learning the 12 principles of animation. We’ll complete exercises like synching animation to sound, walk cycles and storyboarding. The goal of this course is to give students the tools […]
read morePokémon and monsters and imaginary friends, oh my! This clay class will introduce hand-building techniques such as pinching and coiling. Students will discuss animal characteristics and learn to sculpt real and imaginary creatures in their natural habitat. Walk away with two or three sculpted creatures!
read moreBecome part of a real film crew in this live-action moviemaking class. From concept to shooting to performing, this class will teach you the fundamentals of the great collaborative process of filmmaking. Creativity, teamwork and visual art come together to create a movie that will enjoy its red carpet premier on the final day of […]
read moreUsing beads and wire, learn how to make a collection of mini animals, to wear on your own charm necklace. Use graph paper and colored pencils to create your favorite animals, then weave your initials or favorite words into a design that can be sewn onto clothing or hung from a necklace or bookbag.
read moreEmbrace your love of color by learning to make stained glass. Learn to 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 moreLearn how to screen print by making posters and t-shirts. We’ll cover a wide range of approaches within this versatile medium including creating hand-drawn stencils with your own design. Some classes will also learn to use drawing fluid and screen filler. Learn about printing, registration and color mixing using water-based, non-toxic acrylic ink—experimentation is encouraged!
read moreUsing simple woodworking techniques, we’ll work on practical projects for your room. This class is held in VisArts’ professional woodshop with powertools, so safety and cretaivity are our number one priority!
read moreLearn how to make animated GIFs in photoshop using a digital drawing tablet. In addition to making our own animation, we’ll go over the techniques of professional animation.
read moreLearn how to build a stretcher, then stretch and gesso a canvas. We will cover the process of creating a self-portrait. This process includes a fun photo shoot that involves silly costumes and accessories. Artists will leave class with a beautiful hand-stretched self portrait that was created from scratch.
read moreDevelop a style all your own with ink and watercolor creations. We will observe the natural world and learn techniques to draw what we see in ink, then learn watercolor approaches to add depth and dimension to our pieces. You will create a series of paintings that show your unique personality.
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