Courses & Workshops

Welcome to the world of video and animation! Dive into various techniques for creating moving image art. Explore the stages of video production: cinematography, lighting, stop-motion animation, puppet animation, and more. Learn Adobe Premiere for video editing and iStopMotion for animation, too.

Get ready to bring your imagination to life in this hands-on puppet-making class! Learn how to design and build your own puppets using materials like fabric, felt, and found objects. Explore different styles of puppets like hand puppets and marionettes. Bring your creation to life with a performance on your own puppet theater stage.

This class will guide you through the essential techniques of cutting, arranging, and adhering mosaic pieces to various surfaces. Explore real-life examples and photo references of mosaic art, sparking inspiration and discussion. It’s a fun twist on a mosaic-themed version of the "Exquisite Corpse" game to fuel your creativity!

Dive into the art of bookmaking to create your own one-of-a-kind books! Learn the basics of designing and crafting books from scratch. Explore techniques like making paper, book charms, paper marbling to create your own sketchbook. Build a collection of handmade pieces perfect for storytellers and artists.

Get ready to stitch your imagination into reality! Whether you’re new to needle and thread or looking to build your skills, this course is perfect for you. Learn the basics or level up from simple stitches to fun patterns. Explore different techniques like backstitch, satin stitch, and French knots. Discover how to add personal touches to your projects, such as custom patches, bookmarks, or decorative pieces.

Print like a pro! In this skilled printmaking class, dive deeper into the exciting world of print art. Immerse yourself in traditional and experimental printmaking methods. Learn how to create complex layers, textures, and patterns, to make each print unique. Perfect for those with some printmaking experience.

Develop your own negatives and create stunning prints using classic darkroom techniques. Explore the entire process from loading and developing film to enlarging and printing images on photographic paper. Learn light exposure, composition, and the technical aspects of film photography.

Welcome to the world of hand building. Create your own miniature worlds inspired by your favorite places! Learn the basics of working with ceramics, then sketch your ideas of your favorite places like parks, gardens, or houses. Bring them to life by constructing miniature homes and characters that belong in a place of your choice.

Explore the world of digital portrait photography! Learn essential techniques to capture compelling portraits from lighting and composition to editing and retouching with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Take portraits that express personality, emotion, and style.

Learn the art of basket weaving from start to finish! Explore different weaving techniques, patterns, and materials to create beautiful, functional baskets of your own design. Along the way, discover how cultures around the world use basket weaving in everyday life and art.

This painting class invites you to explore the art of figure painting through the study of the human form. Using live models, learn techniques for capturing anatomy, proportion, and gesture, while developing skills in shading, color mixing, and brushwork. Experiment with different styles and learn to express movement, emotion, and perspective in your work while building your portfolio.