Benefactor and Above
This class will explore the process of sculpting a realistic animal portrait by utilizing reference photos. Reference photos are the responsibility of each student, either a pet or perspective animal image. The instuctor will offer an approach to animal portraiture that focuses on anatomical structure, proportion, and capturing the individuality…
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The workshop will consist of two days of outdoor painting and two days will be spent working on a single studio painting based on photos you take on location. Calvin will begin a slideshow to show how he uses the photo as reference for the painting, then do a demonstration…
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Developing connections is what a lot of jewelry making is all about! In this workshop you will learn ways of forming and soldering chains and links using sterling silver to create a bracelet. We will finish it all off with a handmade clasp to fit your design. Demonstrations on fabrication…
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Discover the process of creative lost wax casting to make one-of-a-kind jewelry! Utilizing this ancient technique, students will develop wearable, fun, expressive, rings and necklaces or pendants. Reductive and additive techniques in wax working, casting of found objects, investing, pouring metal, and some soldering fabrication techniques will be demonstrated during…
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In this class, you’ll read a novel and share your thoughts and ideas through writing and art. You’ll use mediums such as painting, collage, or mixed-media to create an art journal based on the story. The teacher will guide you with writing prompts and group discussions to help you…
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Participants will learn how to re-create a master work of art in their own personal style. The course will focus on a new way of using color, mark-making (drawing with paint) and the use of the grid to find structure and depth in the composition of the rectangle. Participants will…
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Bring jeans, dish towels, button down shirts, denim jackets, and miniskirts to this fun and fashionable fiber art workshop. Learn simple ways to embellish your wardrobe by adding beaded and embroidered accents to your clothing! Make one of a kind threads that express your unique personality. Learn embroidery stitches and…
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Explore the principles and techniques of abstract art. In these classes, individuals are encouraged to express themselves freely through paint, color, and form, without necessarily adhering to representational or realistic styles. Participants often experiment with various materials, techniques, and styles to develop their own unique artistic voice.
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The clay is your oyster! In this introductory Handbuilding class, students will embrace taking risks as they bring imagination and whimsy to everyday objects such as mugs, baskets, plates, and more! Coil, slab, and pinch methods will be covered, as well as decorative surface techniques. No handbuilding experience necessary.
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This course is an introduction to the basics of acrylic painting. Students will learn about creating a successful composition, methods of transfering a contour outline, mixing observed values and colors based on selected reference photo, application of paint to canvas, and brushstroke techniques. The instructor will assist each student in…
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