In this class, you will explore the themes of still life, portrait, and landscape art through the almighty paintbrush. Using different paint mediums such as watercolor, acrylic, collage and mixed media, this class will reinforce your observational and collaborative abilities as you work with the group to create one large mural that celebrates both abstract and realistic forms of mixed media paints. You will also use these acquired skills to create your own works of art.

Make an extraordinary sculpture as you develop essential skills in hand work and ceramic design. After completing a series of free-draw and brainstorming exercises, you will be ready to experiment with traditional techniques in ceramic-making, including pinch, coil, and slab methods. Learn about the process of adding textures and glazes to your work as the piece begins to dry. Then using the skills and methodologies you have learned along the way, work with the group on one collaborative piece that will be fired and finished in a kiln.

Learn the fundamentals of the art of the print. Explore a variety of printmaking techniques like block printing, monotypes, and silkscreen. Inspired by exceptional printmakers throughout the ages, this class will develop your design and technical skills. From design conception to the final edition, you will use a variety of mixed media and materials, exploring the concepts of transparency and layering, color mixing and alternative printing methods. The class will culminate with a completed edition of your own prints.

Explore the fantastical world of Egyptian art! In this class, you will examine how this ancient society used their art to depict the human form, create symbolic language, and interpret the afterlife. Using a variety of mixed media materials, you will work in both 2D and 3D, creating replica artifacts like mummy cases, hieroglyphic messages, and small scale sculptures.

Design the next outfit in your closet! In this class, you will learn the fundamental techniques of sewing and patternmaking using a variety of fabrics and textiles. Experiment with fabric printing and marbling techniques, and create a mood board. Then try your hand at a garment your choice. From sketch book drawings to the presentation of your own collection on our mini runway, you will learn the necessary technical and creative tools needed to start your own fashion line.

Discover the many ways to represent a character’s persona through symbolic reference and design. In this mixed media class, you will be challenged to depict a character through a variety of 2D and 3D art projects. After a series of brainstorming and sketching exercises, you will experiment with art’s fundamental elements including scale, color, and texture to bring your character to life. As the week progresses, you will explore color theory and paint mixing. This class will help you to develop techniques in self portraiture using various media.

This is a class for those with busy hands! Learn how to weave textiles and create soft sculpture. Bead, braid, and make your own pom poms. Inspired by the work of traditional and contemporary fiber artists like Sheila Hicks, this class will emphasize patience and process through the meditative quality of handwork. As you become familiar with the importance of handicraft in a modern age, you will also grow confident in the ability to do it yourself.

Inspired by Chuck Close and other exceptional printmakers throughout the ages, this class will develop your design and technical skills as you experiment with various processes like block printing, monotype, linocut, and silkscreen. From design conception to the final edition, you will use a variety of mixed media and materials, exploring the concepts of transparency and layering, color mixing, and alternative printing methods. The class will culminate with you completing an  edition of your own prints.

In the words of Tim Gunn, learn how to “make it work” in this unconventional costuming class. Using found objects and materials, test your creativity in a series of challenging assignments such as draping a costume with only one fabric or styling traditional garments for cultures around the world. Become familiar with a variety of textiles and develop your sketching skills as you brainstorm ideas for the final pieces in your collection.

Alexander Calder is probably best remembered for his bold yet elegant mobiles, but did you know that he also made jewelry, paintings, drawings, and toys? This class will investigate the many making modes of Calder. Explore both  2D and 3D mediums in this class by drawing, painting, and sculpting with wire. Using a multimedia based approach, you will create projects inspired by Calder’s many works. At the end of the course you will have created unique wearable art pieces and your very own mobile!

Join us for a serious exploration into the silkscreen process. Inspired by Chuck Close and other exceptional printmakers, this class will develop your design and technical skills as you work through a variety of methods using the silkscreen frame. From design conception to the final edition, you will use a variety of mixed media and materials, exploring the concepts of transparency and layering, color mixing, and alternative printing methods. The class will culminate with the completed edition of your own prints, shirts, and more.

Jump into an fantastical art-making menagerie! Through mixed-media, drawings & paintings, mosaics, and sculpture you will have an opportunity to play with both real and mythological animals of the past, present, and future. Inspired by artists Deborah Butterfield, Pablo Picasso and their love for furry friends, you will have the chance to make paper mache animal masks, clay and mixed media sculptures and much more.

Forget covering up your old notebooks with stickers, in this Art Colony, you get to create your own handmade books from cover to cover! Work with Teaching Artists to paint, dye, print, and marble your very own paper. You will also be introduced to various book-making techniques such as stitch binding and stab binding, as well as pop-up, flip, and accordion bookmaking. Show off your final book in class or keep it as a secret journal.

Learn how to create a print on any surface. Inspired by Chuck Close and other exceptional printmakers throughout the ages, this class will develop your design and production skills as you work through a complete silk screening process. From design conception to the final edition, you will use a variety of mixed media and materials, exploring the concepts of transparency, layering, color mixing, and alternative printing methods. You will leave this class with your own printed shirts, cards, and more.