Learn collage, the art of collecting, creating and combining imagery. You’ll collect images that inspire you, then assemble them into dynamic compositions. Explore techniques for building and layering complex collages, then experiment with surface design and materials. Create your own collage and work on collaborative collages with your classmates.
read moreLearn to take photographs using 35mm film, process the film, and print photographs in a darkroom. Enjoy lots of technical guidance and aesthetic feedback, whether you’re just getting started or expanding your portfolio and skill set.
read moreLearn the fundamentals of digital painting, a 21st–century art medium. We’ll use Adobe Photoshop and a Wacom tablet to create both figurative and still life works in a medium that incorporates classic disciplines with new age techniques.
read moreAdobe Photoshop has become an indispensable tool for today’s illustrator. Through a combination of demonstrations, class discussion and weekly projects, we’ll explore the many ways Photoshop can help you create successful imagery.
read moreThink outside the font and create your own custom lettering designs by hand. We’ll explore hand lettering from the sketching phase to a polished, finished piece. We’ll be using both traditional and digital tools to explore the basics of lettering. Students will leave the class with a few finished lettering projects, knowledge of lettering and […]
read moreThink outside the font and create your own custom lettering designs by hand. We’ll explore hand lettering from the sketching phase to a polished, finished piece. We’ll be using both traditional and digital tools to explore the basics of lettering. Students will leave the class with a few finished lettering projects, knowledge of lettering and […]
read moreHave you ever wanted to create your own digital film? Learn the basic concepts of filmmaking and then shoot your own digital film. We’ll learn how to use Adobe Premier to edit our footage so that each student will create a finished short film.
read moreLearn to take photographs using 35mm film, process the film, and print photographs in a darkroom. Enjoy lots of technical guidance and aesthetic feedback, whether you’re just getting started or expanding your portfolio and skill set.
read moreLearn to take photographs using 35mm film, process the film, and print photographs in a darkroom. Enjoy lots of technical guidance and aesthetic feedback, whether you’re just getting started or expanding your portfolio and skill set.
read moreLearn the fundamentals of digital painting, a 21st-century art medium. We’ll use Adobe Photoshop and a Wacom tablet to create both figurative and still life works in a medium that incorporates classic disciplines with new age techniques.
read moreLearn the basic tenets of drawing and composition. We’ll cover line, shape, space and value. Hone your observation skills and use charcoal to translate what you see to paper.
read moreLearn the basic tenets of drawing and composition and you’ll be well prepared for further drawing and painting classes. We’ll cover line, shape, space and value. Hone your observation skills and use charcoal to translate what you see to paper.
read moreLearn the basics of documentary photography. Though it’s often associated with journalism, documentary photography can be driven by the ideas and inspirations of the individual artist. You’ll be introduced to some of the masters of the form and complete your own project outside of class. During class, you’ll edit your photos and participate in group […]
read moreEver wanted to create your own comic or zine? Learn the basics of drawing, cartooning and sequential images. We’ll cover the steps of story building, character design and layout, then you’ll create your own zine, poster-sized comic or web series. We’ll also cover drawing techniques, personal style as well as printing and web-posting options.
read moreLearn the basic tenets of drawing and composition. We’ll cover line, shape, space and value. Hone your observation skills and use charcoal to translate what you see to paper.
read moreLearn to work with either oil pastels or oil paint sticks, or try the two together, to create rich, colorful drawings. Both are highly portable and easy to clean up, making them a good choice for travel or plein air. We’ll focus on experimenting with the materials and you’ll discover a personal approach to using […]
read moreLearn to work with either oil pastels or oil paint sticks, or try the two together, to create rich, colorful drawings. Both are highly portable and easy to clean up, making them a good choice for travel or plein air. We’ll focus on experimenting with the materials and you’ll discover a personal approach to using […]
read moreLearn to work with either oil pastels or oil paint sticks, or try the two together, to create rich, colorful drawings. Both are highly portable and easy to clean up, making them a good choice for travel or plein air. We’ll focus on experimenting with the materials and you’ll discover a personal approach to using […]
read moreLearn to work with either oil pastels or oil paint sticks, or try the two together, to create rich, colorful drawings. Both are highly portable and easy to clean up, making them a good choice for travel or plein air. We’ll focus on experimenting with the materials and you’ll discover a personal approach to using […]
read moreLearn to work with either oil pastels or oil paint sticks, or try the two together, to create rich, colorful drawings. Both are highly portable and easy to clean up, making them a good choice for travel or plein air. We’ll focus on experimenting with the materials and you’ll discover a personal approach to using […]
read moreLearn the basic tenets of drawing and composition. We’ll cover line, shape, space and value. Hone your observation skills and use charcoal to translate what you see to paper.
read moreEncaustic painting, also known as hot wax painting, is an ancient painting method that combines pigment, molten beeswax, and resin. Finished pieces can appear luminous, smooth, shiny, or textured, as well as three-dimensional. This makes the medium ideal for working in both abstract or representational styles. In this class you’ll explore melting and fusing the […]
read moreLearn techniques of colored pencil drawing including: blending and layering of colors, burnishing through dense saturate of color and composition of color schemes. We’ll also explore other techniques using underpainting and solvents. Expect demonstrations all of these processes as well as time to practice them. You’ll complete a colored pencil drawing of your own subject.
read moreLearn techniques of colored pencil drawing including: blending and layering of colors, burnishing through dense saturate of color and composition of color schemes. We’ll also explore other techniques using underpainting and solvents. Expect demonstrations all of these processes as well as time to practice them. You’ll complete a colored pencil drawing of your own subject.
read moreCombine ink and charcoal to create drawings with depth and texture. Learn how to introduce value and texture using wax, ink washes and the grey tones of oil pastels. Experiment with how various paper surfaces receive these different media, and you’ll learn to manipulate them in your own drawings.
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