Students will learn the basics of metalsmithing to fabricate rings, earrings, pendants, or small sculptures. We'll cover measuring, piercing, soldering, filing, sanding, and other finishing techniques. Students will leave with several finished projects and a great base-level skillset.
read moreIn this introduction to glass fusing class, students will learn how to cut glass, assemble it, put it in a kiln and make unique pieces of art to take home with them by the end of the week!
read moreWhether you want to create behind-the-camera or star in your own photos, this workshop is a way to experience both sides of a fashion photo shoot! Whether you're an aspiring photographer or a model, this workshop will equip you with the skills and insights needed to create captivating fashion imagery and confidently participate in photo […]
read moreThis course introduces students to the creation process of game environment and level art. Students will experience the complete process of creating game-level components and mock-ups and walk away with their own art assets, a finished environment mockup, and a basic understanding of the environment creation process.
read moreThe perfect class for anyone interested in a wide range of subjects from cosplay, making models as drawing reference, customizing figures, creating theatre props, costume design, and more. This class will be tailored to a project of the student's choice, guided all the way from ideating to a fully realized final product – whatever it […]
read moreEmbrace your love of color by learning to make stained glass. 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 moreDigital animation, a costly and difficult process? Luckily, UNTRUE! Let's learn how to draw 2D animations and motion graphics in the affordable, robust and beginner-friendly program Procreate Dreams. Whether you're a first-time animator or have some experience under your belt, you'll learn something new. Learn how to bring your ideas to life.
read moreLearn how to make a variety of wearable metal rings. We will learn how to measure, cut, file, solder, shape, and polish our metal to create unique and personalized jewelry.
read moreLearn the art of zine making as a form of social artivism (art activism). In this program, we will work together to creatively reflect on community-engaged art practice, demonstrating our ability to engage with and understand ourselves, each other, and our local community. Students will learn about and explore the Mending Walls mural project to […]
read moreLearn the art of character design and worldbuilding in this D&D focused class! We will operate as an adventuring party and take on fun drawing challenges framed as in-game encounters. Students will learn about collaborative storytelling and worldbuilding, D&D character creation, how to GM a tabletop RPG, how to bring their characters and worlds to […]
read moreUsing 35mm film camera, learn the fundamentals of black and white photography. Take field trips and use the darkroom to print your own photographs. Lessons include camera operation, composition, lighting, subject matter and other principles. If time allows, we may also experiment with pinhole photography by making our own cameras out of recycled materials. Bring […]
read moreJump into the world of stop-motion animation. Work with drawings, paper cut-outs and clay. Learn how to produce 2-D and 3-D animation sequences and bring inanimate subjects to life.
read moreLearn the basics of working in VisArts' Glass studio by creating a light catcher! Students will learn to cut glass, grind the edges, foil the glass, then solder it all together.
read moreExplore the world of hand-built clay structure. Designed for all skill levels, students will delve into fundamental techniques over eight sessions. They will craft unique functional ceramic containers, disguised as sculptures, like castles, beehives, or houses. Participants will learn the basics of slab and hand-building techniques, how to create lids with a keyhole locking mechanism, […]
read moreEmbrace your love of color by learning to make stained glass. 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 moreWe will become storytellers of our art, starting each class with improv games to get us loosened up! We will read stories and talk about the language, illustrations, and concepts. We'll explore a variety of 2D + 3D media, like printmaking, sculpture, fiber and more to create crafts based on the story.
read moreCalling all rainbow lovers! During this class, we will make rainbows out of anything and everything, from string art to print-making, mosaics to sculpture, we will celebrate the many arts and crafts techniques we can use to celebrate the joy that rainbows bring!
read moreUse simple techniques with textile pigment to print designs on your own fabric, then sew your own tote bag and pillow with a sewing machine!
read moreEmbrace your love of color by learning to make stained glass. 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 moreTry working with metal and traditional metalworking tools. We’ll explore different ways to cut metal safely and bend it accurately, then we’ll try texturing, hammering and stamping. Students ages 9-11 will focus on cold connection (learning to drill, rivet, and friction fit), then they’ll create and fasten their own metal designs. Students ages 12-14 will […]
read moreIn this studio class, we will focus on the experience of building with cardboard. We'll imagine, design, and create a variety of things like buildings, vehicles, and more. We will also work together to build one incredible collaborative structure as we expand our skills and explore many creative uses for cardboard.
read moreExplore the screen-printing process combined with collage and drawing in this unique multimedia class. We will begin by creating an image through cutting and pasting magazine images into a collage. We will then turn the collaged image into a drawing by tracing the image onto transparent paper with an opaque paint pen. This transparent drawing […]
read moreCreate your own fuzzy wool friend! Students will learn how to use colorful wool fibers and tools to create 3D felted animals.
read moreThis short story writing + collage workshop will pair writing exercises and mixed media collage projects that deepen our understanding of the subject matter and highlight the ways in which storytelling is both a written and visual endeavor. Each student completes the class with new ideas, a completed short story and a work of art […]
read moreThere are a million ways to get your ideas from your brain and onto paper but how about from brain to screen? Procreate is an easy-to-use digital illustration program that gives you the freedom to dream up and create exactly what you want with no bounds! In this course, we’ll learn the different aspects of […]
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