Stop Motion Animation – NEW!
Learn the basics of 2-D and 3-D stop motion animation by exploring a variety of techniques including drawing, collage, silhouette, object, live action and clay using the Stop Motion Studio app.
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Staying Creative through Critique – NEW!
You’ve been cooped up for too long already. “Inktober” seems like a lifetime away from now, and you just said something you haven’t said since you were 12: “I don’t know what to do!” Turns out, even with plenty of how-to knowledge, deciding what to do is a vital part of being an artist. You […]
read moreScreenwriting – NEW!
Learn the basics of screenwriting for film including proper screenplay format, dramatic structure, and character development. Student will work towards completing a short screenplay ready for production.
read moreCeramic Surface – NEW!
This demonstration only class will explore a variety of ceramic surface solutions including slip sculpting and piping, embossing, stamping, sgraffito, underglaze inlay, marbling, and more. Students will learn creative approaches that can be utilized on both utilitarian and sculptural ceramics.
read moreWax Carving: Basic Band & Signet Ring
Use hard wax and carving tools that you already have on hand to learn and execute the basics or add to your repertoire of hard carving wax skills. You’ll learn the skills needed to carve a basic band and a signet ring.
read moreSlab-Built Boxes – NEW!
Learn to roll and compress a great slab with a rolling pin and a set of graduated dowels from the hardware store. We’ll learn how to plan out our boxes, layout the clay, add texture, then cut beveled corners and assemble. We’ll start with a 4″x4″ votive holder, then make a lidded box. Finally we’ll […]
read moreIncrease Your Speed + Capture The Color in Oil (A)
Complete an oil painting “alla prima”—in a single session. After watching the instructor paint a demo of a simple arrangement from his studio, students will paint their own simple arrangements which they’ll set up in their space. Time will be limited to about 45 minutes, after which students will share their progress with the instructor […]
read moreDigital Design Sprint: Designing for Clients – NEW!
In this digital design workout, you’ll receive a weekly “client brief” for a small project. We’ll explore the details of the brief, look at a few tools and tips that might come in handy, work independently during the class, then get ready for “client review.” This is a great way to continue exploring the Adobe […]
read moreCell Phone Photography – NEW!
Explore the fundamental vocabulary and techniques of digital photography while developing your personal artistic vision. You’ll learn how to use your smart phone as a photographic tool, display an understanding of the elements of design, the exposure triangle, and advanced editing techniques through apps. While there will be a focus on technical skill building, we […]
read moreIntroduction to Sewing (A)
Learn basic machine and hand-sewing techniques, then create a lined tote bag or small beginner project and a project of your choice with instructor guidance. You’ll learn how to take measurements, choose and follow a pattern, select and prep fabric, sew zippers, create buttonholes and make some simple adjustments to get a better fit.
read moreGlass Fusing + Slumping (C)
Learn to fuse and slump glass in the kiln. We’ll cover how to create designs by cutting colored sheet glass and layering patterns using frits, powders, stringers and liquid line. We’ll also employ a variety of other glass-working techniques. Use your newfound knowledge to make plates, bowls, tiles and bas-relief. Beginners will work on specific […]
read moreAdobe Photoshop, Illustrator + InDesign for Beginners (C)
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign are the three most popular programs within the Adobe Creative Cloud. When used together, they allow you to create and manage visual content with amazing results. Learn to create documents for printed or digital platforms using Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. You’ll edit your photographs in Photoshop, design graphic elements in […]
read moreDrawing Horror
Do you like drawing monsters, demons, and all things creepy? Bring your scary ideas to life! We will look at some of the best artists of horror, studying the techniques used to make the most gripping and disturbing drawings. Then we’ll developed your own ideas into finished pieces.
read moreThrown + Altered Forms
Learn to create expressive ceramic pots by altering thrown forms. In addition to demonstrating the basics of wheel throwing, we’ll cover a variety of techniques used to alter forms like cups, vases, bowls, etc. Creative surface strategies will also be covered.
read moreGlass Pendants (B) – NEW!
This class will take the students beyond the basics of beads and marbles to make pendants. We’ll explore several different methods such as loop-making from molten glass and two-part construction.
read moreFire and Form: Sculptural Flameworking
Learn about gathering, mashing, carving and cutting hot borosilicate glass using a propane-oxygen torch to create unique shapes perfect for key chains or pendants. This four-week class will cover basics as well as demos on figures, hands and eyes. No experience required.
read moreThe Sewn Line: Experiments in Slow Drawing
Expand your drawing practice into the field of fiber through needle and thread. Develop compositions and translate contours and value through a variety of embroidery techniques. Embroidery is a slow, thoughtful process. In my own studio practice, I first started incorporating sewing as a way to slow down my drawing and painting. Approaching mark-making in […]
read moreIntroduction to Screen Printing (A)
Explore screen printing, a process that allows artists to create hand-printed multiples of the same image. Translate your graphic design, photography, or drawings into vibrant, layered compositions. Learn a variety of ways to create screens that can be used to print onto fabric, paper or wood.
read moreIntroduction to Pastel
Because pastels are so versatile, they’re the perfect medium for students looking to bridge drawing and painting. Learn how pastels are made, explore masters of the medium and learn how to use pastels with exercises in color, value, form and composition.
read moreIntermediate Wheel + Hand-Building (D)
Learn to make functional forms such as bowls, mugs and lidded pieces. We’ll review the basics of wheel throwing and hand building—including pinch, coil, and slab construction methods—before building on what we know. We’ll also cover surface treatment and glaze techniques.
read moreIntroduction to Flameworking (A)
Learn to manipulate glass into 3-D forms. Working with borosilicate glass, we’ll cover a variety of flameworking techniques including shaping, bending and fusing glass rods. We’ll also cover tubing.
read moreDrawing + Painting the Figure
Develop skills that will allow you to convey accurate proportions of the human figure. Begin by drawing in graphite and charcoal, then move into oil painting, which is great for exploring volume and fluidity. We’ll discuss paint and color mixing, media and application techniques.
read moreExpanding Visions in Painting
Ever feel stuck while you’re painting? This class is designed to help push you past your comfort zone and be spontaneous! We’ll mix it up by combining painting from life and painting from your imagination. You’ll be given challenges that will sharpen your ability to improvise and help unleash your true, expressive voice. We’ll learn […]
read moreMixed-Media Ceramics
Take your hand-built or wheel-thrown ceramics practice to the next level by incorporating paper clay, metal, wood and found objects into your clay forms and pieces. Use your newly acquired skills to create table tops, large platters, sculptures and more.
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