"What's Good in My Neighborhood?"
Go from making maps and diagrams to creating a model building designed to be a part of your own Main Street. As an urban planner you will work with your classmates to think about what our city really looks like and how you would like to change it. Present your conclusions to friends, family and fellow architects.
Adventures in Green Screen
Many film and television special effects sequences incorporate “green screen” to create movie magic. Explore an imaginative world of possibilities using this popular technology. Working together, students will storyboard, perform, direct and edit an original production.
Adventures in Green Screen
Many film and television special effects sequences incorporate “green screen” to create movie magic. Explore an imaginative world of possibilities using this popular technology. Working together, students will storyboard, perform, direct and edit an original production.
AfterEffects
Shoot a short video in class and manipulate moving images using powerful Adobe AfterEffects software. Learn how to duplicate images, chroma key in unique backgrounds, and apply special effects.
Android App Fundamentals
You can make an app for that! This camp is an introduction to creating apps in the Android environment. Campers will create their own app while gaining a fundamental understanding of Java, Linux, and the ARM CPU Architecture – three components that provide the backbone to the Android operating system. Students should bring their Android devices (phone or tablet) to camp.
Animation for Kids
This three-day workshop will introduce young artists to a variety of stop-motion animation styles. Participants will work with paper materials, digital cameras and computers, while being encouraged to let their young minds explore the imaginative possibilities of animation.
Animation for Kids
This cool camp will guide young artists through the step-by-step process of stop-motion animation. Participants will work with paper materials, digital cameras and computers, while being encouraged to let their young minds explore the imaginative possibilities of animation.
Animation for Kids
This cool camp will guide young artists through the step-by-step process of stop-motion animation. Participants will work with paper materials, digital cameras and computers, while being encouraged to let their young minds explore the imaginative possibilities of animation.
Art Garden
Allow your imagination to take root at PCA while maintaining and enhancing a student-created art garden. Grow flowers and vegetables, install sculptures and build planters to adorn the dedicated outdoor garden space. Create individual green-inspired artworks and strategize with your classmates to build a collaborative masterpiece that will combine nature with the man made.
Art Garden
Allow your imagination to take root at PCA while installing and maintaining an art garden. Grow flowers and vegetables, install sculptures and build planters to adorn the dedicated outdoor garden space. Create individual green-inspired artworks and strategize with your classmates to build a collaborative masterpiece that will combine nature with the man made.
Art in Motion
This camp will get you on your feet! Learn movements from a variety of dance genres including, ballet, jazz and modern dance and work as a group to create a routine. Explore different art materials to construct costumes, props and design a set. At the end of the week, invite your family and friends to see your original performance.
Art in Motion
This camp will get you on your feet! Learn movements from a variety of dance genres including, ballet, jazz and modern dance and work as a group to create a routine. Explore different art materials to construct costumes, props and design a set. At the end of the week, invite your family and friends to see your original performance.
Art of the Mandala
This class will introduce students to the art of mandalas, using watercolor and gouache. Students will experiment with color and form, creating attractive and diverse circular designs known as mandalas. Mandalas are objects of contemplation and their creation can be a powerful meditative process, also yielding beautiful designs. Using a compass and a straightedge, learn the traditional geometric patterns and forms and play by making your own variations.
Art Stories
Write your own fairytale or adventure and bring it to life with original artwork made by you, the author AND illustrator! Learn how to put together a storyline from start to finish and explore different drawing materials and methods to create artwork inspired by artists and illustrators such as Eric Carle, Dr. Seuss and Andy Warhol.
Art Stories
Create a unique narrative using watercolor and printmaking techniques to express a story through pictures. At the end of camp, combine your illustrations to form a storybook that is all yours, beginning to end.
Art Vacation
Get ready for an exciting adventure around the world! Stamp your passport as you pass through different countries; exploring their animals, people and cultures. Create original artworks inspired by your experiences and show off your impressive collection of stamps and art to your friends and family.
Artful Installation
Let your creativity expand beyond the canvas as you and your classmates design an entire classroom from your imaginations. Work as a team to combine elements such as architecture, painting, sculpture, sound and light to create a one of a kind experience for all that enter!
ARTifacts
Discover ancient cultures and creatures through the interesting items they left behind. Have fun creating 2D and 3D works of art inspired by the symbols, processes and fossils of times past!
ARTifacts
Discover ancient cultures and creatures through the interesting items they left behind. Have fun creating 2D and 3D works of art inspired by the symbols, processes and fossils of times past!
Artist’s Laboratory
Enter an art laboratory and experiment with different materials to create 2D collages and 3D assemblages. Inspect multiple art genres like Abstract Expressionism and Cubism to inspire invented artworks of your very own.
Beginning Photoshop for Photographers
Adobe Photoshop software is a creative tool which offers limitless possibilities for image manipulation. This introductory class is specifically designed for photographers interested in applying the power of Photoshop to make better images. Students will obtain a clear introduction to the Photoshop workspace through familiarization of the most commonly used features including the toolbox, palettes, sizing options, layers and preparing images for print.
Beginning Photoshop for Photographers
Adobe Photoshop software is a creative tool which offers limitless possibilities for image manipulation. This introductory class is specifically designed for photographers interested in applying the power of Photoshop to make better images. Students will obtain a clear introduction to the Photoshop workspace through familiarization of the most commonly used features including the toolbox, palettes, sizing options, layers and preparing images for print.
Broom Casting Workshop
Transform your silver scraps or old jewelry into amazing organic components for your jewelry creations. First melt down your scraps, then pour the molten metal onto specially prepared straw brooms, and watch your metal will take on the shapes of the straw. We will also learn how to solder a jump ring onto our work and polish to a bright finish, producing stunning final pieces. All levels welcome.
Building Big
Become inspired by the larger than life work of artists Claus Oldenburg, Anish Kapoor and Jeff Koons and look at your world from a whole new perspective! Work independently and in groups with a variety of materials to create work of epic proportions like outdoor installations and over-blown every day objects.
Building Big
Become inspired by the larger than life work of Claus Oldenburg, Anish Kapoor and Jeff Koons and look at your world from a whole new perspective! Work independently and in groups with a variety of materials to create work of epic proportions like outdoor installations and over-blown every day objects.
Building Bridges
Inspiration for bridge design comes easily when you live in the city of bridges. Get in touch with your architectural side and have a blast as you design your own bridge, build a model of your design, discuss the relationship between form and function, participate in a weight challenge and more!
Building the Future
It is 2080 and we are moving out into space! A group of architects (our campers) have been sent on a mission to design and build homes of the future… on the moon! You’ll decide how buildings in the future might look different from the structures of today and imagine what new technologies you could use to help construct out-of-this-world architecture. You will create conceptual drawings, models and an entire space station to help you on your journey.
Bundle Dyeing
Learn to use natural dyeing materials (also known as “dyestuff”) to pigment fabric, and experiment with bundling, a technique in which the dyestuff and fabric are bundled together and soaked in a vinegar bath for at least one week, or buried in compost or dirt. Students will learn about compost dyeing, rust dyeing, dyeing with natural dyestuff and techniques for creating texture in fabric using found objects and organic materials. Each student will go home with a bundle dyeing kit, as well as fabrics that can be used in a variety of projects. $25 materials fee payable to instructor.
Calligraphy
Explore the personal and storied art of calligraphy in this course, which is geared to the needs of each student. Beginners work with a basic calligraphic hand, while intermediate and advanced students pursue their choice of styles. Individual guidance provided for each student.
Center Stage
Develop a flair for the theatrics in this intensive, two-week multi-arts camp. Become playwright, actor and designer as you discover the ingredients of great performance and work with your class to create a unique play concept, sets, costumes and props. Immerse yourself in comedy and drama as you work towards the grand finale, a performance open to friends and family.
Center Stage
Develop a flair for the theatrics in this intensive, two-week multi-arts camp. Become playwright, actor and designer as you discover the ingredients of great performance and work with your class to create a unique play concept, sets, costumes and props. Immerse yourself in comedy and drama as you work towards the grand finale, a performance open to friends and family.
Ceramics Intensive
Work at your own pace to begin your mastery of the ceramics medium. Take the time to explore your subject, strengthen your clay building techniques and practice wheethrowing. Experiment with glaze application and surface design and take home a broad portfolio of ceramic pieces.
Ceramics Studio
Join this open studio style class for all learning levels. Students will develop skills in wheelthrowing and handbuilding using stoneware clay. Surface design and glazing will also be covered. Beginning and returning students work side-by-side in an open environment. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, and bisque and gas firing.
Ceramics Studio
Join this open studio style class for all learning levels. Students will develop skills in wheelthrowing and handbuilding using stoneware clay. Surface design and glazing will also be covered. Beginning and returning students work side-by-side in an open environment. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, and bisque and gas firing.
Circuit Building 1
This is a simplified course in making audio circuits from scratch. Clear, honest and not super technical, it covers the basics of soldering, construction and schematics as well as the idiosyncratic world of “circuit bending.” Cost includes materials needed to complete the project.
Clay Animation
Learn how to design and create your own movie using the popular technique of claymation. Watch and discuss a variety of clay animations then use cameras, clay and computers to make short clay animations with a soundtrack.
Clay Animation
Learn how to design and create your own movie using the popular technique of claymation. Watch and discuss a variety of clay animations then use cameras, clay and computers to make short clay animations with a soundtrack.
Clay Play
Discover the amazing qualities of clay through exploration! Learn fundamental ceramics techniques like handbuilding and coiling and push the boundaries of the medium to create something brand new and all your own. Experiment with earthen and air dry clay and fire one piece to take home.
Clay Play
Discover the amazing qualities of clay through exploration! Learn fundamental ceramics techniques like handbuilding and coiling and push the boundaries of the medium to create something brand new and all your own. Experiment with earthen and air dry clay and fire one piece to take home.
Comic Books
Explore contemporary and classic comic books and graphic novels as inspiration for an original visual story. Design your own character and fill pages with a sequence of colorful pictures depicting your new personality’s epic adventure.
Craft3
Explore Pittsburgh’s growing food, drink, and visual arts culture through Craft3, our new series of collaborations between local food and drink vendors and local artists. The series will highlight the craftsmanship common between the presentation of a great meal, the distilling of a delicious beverage, and the creation of a beautiful piece of art. Craft3 pairs some of Pittsburgh’s finest food and drink organizations with local artists for a night of creativity and fun. Please see page 5 for further information!
Creating on Canvas
Experiment with acrylic and watercolor paints to invent a new color, create dynamic textures and construct realistic and abstract masterpieces! Try different painting surfaces and work together with your classmates on a collaborate artwork.
Creating on Canvas
Experiment with acrylic and watercolor paints to invent a new color, create dynamic textures and construct realistic and abstract masterpieces! Try different painting surfaces and work together with your classmates on a collaborate artwork.
Creating on Canvas
Experiment with acrylic and watercolor paints to invent a new color, create dynamic textures and construct realistic and abstract masterpieces! Try different painting surfaces and work together with your classmates on a collaborate artwork.
Creative Metal Craft
Get inventive with metals by exploring a range of metal craft techniques like tin punching and embossing to create your own jewelry, sculptures and functional artworks. Use a variety of materials such as copper, wire and even soda cans and bottle caps as you investigate metal work throughout time and across the world.
Creative Re-Use
Sometimes you don’t have to look far to find inspiration! Learn about artists like Robert Rauschenberg, Marcel Duchamp and Julian Shnabel who became famous for using broken, found and everyday objects in their artwork. In this camp, you will upcycle common items into spectacular art of your own through assemblage, painting and sculpture.
Creature Design and Mask Making
As birthplace to George Romero’s classic horror films and to special effects make-up master, Tom Savini, Pittsburgh is the perfect city to nurture an interest in monster making. Learn how to develop movie-worthy artwork in this introduction to creature design and mask making. Take a character from concept to completion as you transition from anatomical sketches to maquette building and basic mold making. Use professional materials such as latex and airbrush paint to create a realistic half-mask representing your devised creature.
Design/Create
Calling all inventors! Work in a team to conceptualize, design, create and promote a unique product. Use drawing and painting to illustrate your ideas and stretch the limits of repurposed materials in the creation of to scale prototypes. Formulate a marketing campaign to publicize your product to the masses and use printmaking methods to produce advertisements.
Digital Animation with Wacom Tablets
This camp offers an introduction to digital illustration using a stylus and graphics tablet. Students will explore various animation methods including character animation and rotoscoping, which is an animation technique in which animators trace over live-action video.
Digital Animation with Wacom Tablets
This camp offers an introduction to digital illustration using a stylus and graphics tablet. Students will explore various animation methods including character animation and rotoscoping, which is an animation technique in which animators trace over live-action video.
Digital Filmmaking w/DSLR Cameras
This workshop is for experienced photographers who want to create digital films with a DSLR camera. Learn how to utilize various video modes and formats, capture to editing software and manage post-production workflow. Essential filmmaking concepts and skills including screen direction, shooting with a plan to edit, recording audio and creating a soundtrack will be covered. Participants should be proficient with the functions of their DSLR camera. Please bring your camera to class.
Digital Filmmaking w/DSLR Cameras
This workshop is for experienced photographers who want to create digital films with a DSLR camera. Learn how to utilize various video modes and formats, capture to editing software and manage post-production workflow. Essential filmmaking concepts and skills including screen direction, shooting with a plan to edit, recording audio and creating a soundtrack will be covered. Participants should be proficient with the functions of their DSLR camera. Please bring your camera to class.
Digital Photography
Learn to harness the many functions of digital still cameras. Digital and traditional photography will be compared and in-camp projects will provide an opportunity to improve aesthetic and technical skills through guided practice and critical analysis. Bring your own camera to class or borrow one of ours.
Digital Photography Camp for Adults
Hit the streets for this digital photography camp for adults. Learn to capture the best images possible by understanding the controls of your digital camera while shooting photographs of a variety of subjects in the field. Bring your own digital camera.
Digital Storytelling with CREATE Lab
This supercool camp combines old-fashioned storytelling with cutting-edge technology. Work in collaboration with Carnegie Mellon University’s CREATE Lab, a community robotics and technology education program. With old family photos and new images created at camp, students will use digital cameras, scanners, microphones and editing software to create unique digital “photo romans” – a film comprised entirely of still images set to voiceovers, music and sound effects. In addition students can add their voices to CREATE Lab’s Hear Me project by recording and editing an audio story. These stories recognize youth as crucial members of, and contributors to, the community and the world.
Draw/Paint/Print
Focus on the fundamentals of drawing, painting and printmaking and combine these techniques to create unique multi-media artwork. Work in the 2D with a range of materials from charcoal, watercolor and block ink.
Draw/Paint/Print Sampler
Explore drawing, painting and printmaking in this multimedia workshop designed to provide an introduction to each media and how they overlap. Beginning with drawing, students will create a series of studies that can be transformed through painting and printmaking processes. All materials will be provided.
Drawing
Recreate what you see around you by using observational drawing and create your own world with abstract design. Gain experience with gesture and contour while drawing from a clothed model and make marks with materials like charcoal, oil pastel and graphite.
Drawing
Gain experience with gesture and contour and learn about proportion and anatomy while drawing from a clothed model. Make marks with materials like charcoal, oil pastel and paint as you hone your observation skills and move beyond sketched studies to create a successful artwork.
Drawing & Painting
Learn how to turn ideas into sketches, sketches into drawings and drawings into paintings. Explore drawing materials like charcoal and pastel and use your drawing expertise to successfully compose and execute paintings using watercolor and acrylics.
Drawing Explorations
Explore line, pattern, color and texture through creative play and fun projects. Draw from observation and create abstract designs from your imagination. Work with a variety of drawing materials including oil pastel, chalk and charcoal.
Earth and Fire
Learn the basics of working with clay including handbuilding, wheelthrowing, glazing and firing. Create vessels like bowls and cups, realistic sculptures and brand-new abstract creations.
Electroforming
One part science and one part alchemy, students will take ordinary objects and transform them into copper, using electroforming, an industrial manufacturing process adapted by jewelers. If you've ever seen a pair of brass baby shoes, you've seen electroforming in action. Students should bring in objects to electroform, no larger than 3x3". The object will be coated in conductive paint and encased in copper, so please don't choose an irreplaceable object that you'd want to have in its original form. Non-water-soluble objects are helpful, but many absorbent materials like leaves, paper, cardboard and fabric can be sealed with lacquer for good results. Students will be given instruction in how to embellish pieces using enamel.
Electronic Music - Inside Out
Explore the fascinating world of electronic music from the inside out.
Get at the heart of crazy sci-fi sounds and other audio effects and music by building simple electronic circuits using common materials. For music/art/science fans who want to work with audio like a sculptor works with clay.
Essential Poetry
Poetry is not a literary secret society. This genre, with its distilled language and imagery, often intimidates writers and non-writers alike, but in this class we will unpack it, uncovering the essentials of reading and writing poetry—and what makes poetry essential to our lives. Students in this 8-week course will learn poetry terminology and basic principles including rhythm, meter, form, and line, through weekly readings and writing prompts and peer workshops. We will discuss overviews of different poetry movements and students will become comfortable reading and writing multiple types of poetry. Finally, we will discuss the artistic and social/cultural possibilities of poetry. Students will emerge from the class with a body of work, an expanded reading consciousness, a writer’s journal, and an opportunity to participate in a public reading.
Experimental Photography
We see people snapping pictures everywhere we go, recording their lives. But perhaps you are more interested in using photography as a form of artistic expression. In this camp, you'll explore a variety of unusual photographic techniques including painting with light, hand coloring, collage, and distinctive blue cyanotypes. You'll discover new possibilities with non-traditional image capturing, such as pinhole photography and camera obscura, as well as ultra-modern digital manipulation through Photoshop.
Exploring Animation
This hands-on camp will expose students to the foundations of a variety of popular animation styles including 2-D, object, and Flash animation. Digital video cameras and editing software will be used to create finished projects. Examples from essential films will be screened as a lead-in to each topic.
Exploring Cone 6
This course will give an overview of oxidation firing to cone 6 in an electric kiln. With relatively short firing times, this process is a favorite among potters wishing to produce work quickly. We will explore the variety of colors and production possibiities achieved in this energy-efficient process. In addition to teaching building and glazing techniques, focus will be placed on the relationship between color and form in your ceramic pieces. This class is suitable for all experience levels, and beginners and experienced potters will work side by side. Students may bring their own tools or purchase a tool kit at PCA. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, and electric firings.
Fiber Arts
From fabric to paper and weaving to dyeing, gain a thorough understanding of the magic of working with fibers. Create 2D and 3D works, try your hand on our looms and even take your art to the community by ‘yarn-bombing’ objects outdoors. Explore works by artists from around the world in the Fiberarts International exhibit in PCA’s galleries and get an insight into the real potential of fibers!
Fiber Arts
From fabric to paper and weaving to dyeing, gain a thorough understanding of the magic of working with fibers. Create 2D and 3D works, try your hand on our looms and even take your art to the community by ‘yarn-bombing’ objects outdoors. Explore works by artists from around the world in the Fiberarts International exhibit in PCA’s galleries and get an insight into the real potential of fibers!
Fiber Arts
Visit PCA's galleries to be inspired by the Fiberarts International exhibition and discover how contemporary artists push the boundaries of fiber to create unique artworks. Explore fiber yourself by using yarn, various types of paper and fabric. Try your hand at weaving, dying fabrics, embroidering and repurposing old clothing or toys to create works of your own.
Fiber Jewelry
Cut, tie and weave with a variety of fabrics; combine metals and fibers; and experiment with felting to create your own unique pendant, earrings or bracelet.
Fibers, Fabric & Fashion
Artists have been working with fibers since ancient times and contemporary artists continue to push the boundaries of fiber-based materials to create unique artworks.
Meet with members of the Fiberarts Guild and explore the Fiberarts International exhibit to learn about contemporary techniques like fabric dyeing, knitting, draping and tailoring and begin to experiment with different ways to manipulate fiber materials. Gain experience with our on-site sewing machines and looms and go out into the community to see how fiber projects like Knit the Bridge are taking this art form to the public.
Figure Drawing
Beginners and experienced artists work side by side in this class. Beginners will learn the fundamentals of figure drawing including basics of proportions and approaches to capturing likeness. Artists with more experience will work independently and receive instruction in the area of their choice.
Figure Painting
Explore one of the most celebrated subjects in art history – the human form. Working from a nude model, students will learn about anatomy, perspective, light and shadow and composition. In addition to finding a personal style of mark-making, we will discuss many techniques used by the old masters, and practice building our paintings up layer by layer. Students will also review images of figure-based work by historical and contemporary artists from around the world. Students may work in oil or acrylic. A model will be present at all sessions.
Filmmaking Immersion @ Filmmakers
Designed for High School students with a serious interest in filmmaking, this immersive camp offers hands-on experience working with the latest digital technology. Taught by instructors of Pittsburgh Filmmakers’ School of Film, Photography and Digital Media, it covers essential concepts and technical skills, while students have a blast collaborating to create short digital films. All participants receive a copy of the textbook, Shot By Shot: A Practical Guide to Filmmaking.
Foundations of Digital Filmmaking
This hands-on camp will introduce students to the basics of visual language used in movies. Pre-production, cinematography, sound, and editing will be covered. Geared towards aspiring young filmmakers who want to get started creating their own movies.
Foundations of Digital Photography & Photoshop
This camp is designed to help students develop the ability to see and create successful photographs. Using digital still cameras students learn the basics of composition, exposure, and capturing a subject. Then they'll discover the power of Photoshop and explore a variety of digital imaging techniques. Students can bring their own camera or borrow one of ours.
Foundations of Digital Photography & Photoshop
This camp is designed to help students develop the ability to see and create successful photographs. Using digital still cameras students learn the basics of composition, exposure, and capturing a subject. Then they'll discover the power of Photoshop and explore a variety of digital imaging techniques. Students can bring their own camera or borrow one of ours.
Foundations of Digital Photography & Photoshop
This camp is designed to help students develop the ability to see and create successful photographs. Using digital still cameras students learn the basics of composition, exposure, and capturing a subject. Then they'll discover the power of Photoshop and explore a variety of digital imaging techniques. Students can bring their own camera or borrow one of ours.
Foundations of Photography
Learn the basics of black-and-white photography and working in a darkroom. Emphasis will be placed on the principles of composition, proper use of the camera and processing and printing your own roll of film. Class exercises will enable you to practice your skills and create successful photos. Cameras, film and photo paper are provided.
Foundations of Photography
Learn the basics of black-and-white photography and working in a darkroom. Emphasis will be placed on the principles of composition, proper use of the camera and processing and printing your own roll of film. Class exercises will enable you to practice your skills and create successful photos. Cameras, film and photo paper are provided.
Fused Glass Jewelry
Learn to create jewelry with fabulous colored glass. Students will learn how to cut, layer, and fuse their pieces and come away with an understanding of how glass works in jewelry applications. Plus, we will finish our pieces by wire wrapping a setting around them, or use epoxy to add findings. A great class for the beginner or experienced artist.
Hand-Drawn Animation
Anyone who enjoys drawing will be able to bring their artwork to life in this camp emphasizing traditional cartooning techniques. Class examples from Disney to anime will be examined to reveal the magic of stop-motion. Each student will create their own custom “flip-book” and a variety of short animations.
Handmade Filmmaking
Here’s a chance to take a D.I.Y. (do it yourself) approach to this century-old medium. Working collaboratively, you will learn to shoot, hand-process and digitally edit black and white film to achieve the exceptional look of celluloid. Hand painting, scratch films and other non-camera techniques will also be explored in this unique filmmaking camp.
Intermediate Ceramics
This class is for students with basic ceramics experience or those that need a refresher course. Students will expand their skills by working on individual projects on the wheel and through handbuilding, experiment with glaze combinations and learn ways to increase efficiency on the wheel. Tuition includes 25 lbs of clay, glazes, and bisque and gas firing.
Intermediate Drawing
Using a variety of drawing materials, students will develop keener observation skills, strengthen their ability to express themselves and be encouraged to further develop a personal style and aesthetic. We will draw from observation, working with a model as well as still life setups and concentrate on gaining a greater understanding of composition, value, form, space, line and perspective. Students will work on a variety of larger drawing papers and in a sketchbook.
Intro to Ceramics
The basics of wheelthrowing and handbuilding techniques are introduced in this class. You’ll create functional and decorative ceramic pieces, while learning about pottery tools, equipment, surface finishes and glazes. Tuition include 25 lbs of clay, glazes, and bisque and gas firing.
Intro to Ceramics
The basics of wheelthrowing and handbuilding techniques are introduced in this class. You’ll create functional and decorative ceramic pieces, while learning about pottery tools, equipment, surface finishes and glazes. Tuition include 25 lbs of clay, glazes, and bisque and gas firing.
Intro to Digital SLR Photography
This introductory photography class will meet the needs of students who have their own digital SLR (single lens reflex) camera. The rising popularity of digital SLR cameras has created a revolution in the photography world. Using Adobe Photoshop software and working with RAW images on Apple computers, students will be in command of the many features of these advanced cameras while creating photographs ready for framing.
Intro to Digital SLR Photography
This introductory photography class will meet the needs of students who have their own digital SLR (single lens reflex) camera. The rising popularity of digital SLR cameras has created a revolution in the photography world. Using Adobe Photoshop software and working with RAW images on Apple computers, students will be in command of the many features of these advanced cameras while creating photographs ready for framing.
Intro to Digital SLR Photography
This introductory photography class will meet the needs of students who have their own digital SLR (single lens reflex) camera. The rising popularity of digital SLR cameras has created a revolution in the photography world. Using Adobe Photoshop software and working with RAW images on Apple computers, students will be in command of the many features of these advanced cameras while creating photographs ready for framing.
Intro to Digital SLR Photography
This introductory photography class will meet the needs of students who have their own digital SLR (single lens reflex) camera. The rising popularity of digital SLR cameras has created a revolution in the photography world. Using Adobe Photoshop software and working with RAW images on Apple computers, students will be in command of the many features of these advanced cameras while creating photographs ready for framing.
Intro to Digital SLR Photography
This introductory photography class will meet the needs of students who have their own digital SLR (single lens reflex) camera. The rising popularity of digital SLR cameras has created a revolution in the photography world. Using Adobe Photoshop software and working with RAW images on Apple computers, students will be in command of the many features of these advanced cameras while creating photographs ready for framing.
Intro to Digital SLR Photography
This introductory photography class will meet the needs of students who have their own digital SLR (single lens reflex) camera. The rising popularity of digital SLR cameras has created a revolution in the photography world. Using Adobe Photoshop software and working with RAW images on Apple computers, students will be in command of the many features of these advanced cameras while creating photographs ready for framing.
Intro to Drawing
Drawing is a fundamental skill and the foundation for other visual pursuits. Everyone can learn to draw. In this class students will learn to develop their power of observation and mark making skills through a series of lessons that focus on gesture, line, shape, value and spatial relationships. Weekly lessons will emphasize how to translate focused observations into visual expression using a variety of drawing materials and approaches. Students work primarily from still life and one session will be with a model.
Intro to Drawing
Learn to develop observational and technical skills through a variety of projects that focus on line, shape, value, texture and space as well as the basics of drawing tools, surfaces and papers. Students work primarily from still life, and one session will be with a model.
Intro to Etching Techniques
Learn the fundamentals of intaglio printmaking techniques from plate preparation through processes for creating finished prints. Students will learn to use line etch along with aquatint techniques to create value and soft ground to create texture and pattern. Essentials of printmaking papers and inks as well as print presentation will be covered. Students will also be introduced to the evolving concepts and artworks in the world of contemporary printmaking.
Intro to Metal Jewelry
Students will learn basic metalsmithing skills while having fun creating unique pieces of jewelry. Each week students will complete a piece that focuses on a new technique. Lessons include sawing, filing, soldering, forging, texturing, forming and stone setting. Projects will include bracelets, earrings, pendants, rings and chain making with an emphasis on individual design. Materials will be discussed in the first class. They can be purchased that night or ordered. Metal costs are based on fluctuating stock prices and may run $25 and up.
Intro to Painting
In this course students are introduced to the basics of painting in oil and acrylic. A hands-on approach to painting materials and the fundamentals of color theory and color mixing are emphasized. Working from still life set-ups, interior spaces and forms in nature, students learn to see and use color to express three dimensions on a two dimensional surface.
Intro to Painting
In this course students are introduced to the basics of painting in oil and acrylic. A hands-on approach to painting materials and the fundamentals of color theory and color mixing are emphasized. Working from still life set-ups, interior spaces and forms in nature, students learn to see and use color to express three dimensions on a two dimensional surface.
Intro to Printmaking
Learn the fundamentals of a variety of printmaking techniques, including monotype, collograph and drypoint. Students will acquire a fundamental knowledge of each of these three processes and the skills needed to pursue printmaking independently or in future classes. Students will also learn about printmaking papers, inks, and print presentation as well as studio safety. All materials included; students may choose to bring specialty papers.
Intro to Video Game Programming
This introduction to the creative world of video game programming and design is geared toward 8 – 10 year old students. Learn how to make your very own video games using Scratch – developed at the Media Lab at Massachusetts Institute of Technology – a programming language for creating interactive stories, animations, games, music and art. Practice thinking creatively and learn to reason systematically while working with your peers. Next, learn how to design, program, and troubleshoot.
Intro to Video Game Programming
This introduction to the creative world of video game programming and design is geared toward 8 – 10 year old students. Learn how to make your very own video games using Scratch – developed at the Media Lab at Massachusetts Institute of Technology – a programming language for creating interactive stories, animations, games, music and art. Practice thinking creatively and learn to reason systematically while working with your peers. Next, learn how to design, program, and troubleshoot.
Intro to Watercolors
Learn the basics of working with watercolors while exploring a sampling of different techniques including washes, using salt and wax, painting wet and dry, saturation, layering, and more.
Introduction to Fashion
Sample many aspects of fashion in this introduction to construction, design and styling. Learn the basics of joining fabric with hand and machine sewing, explore textiles and learn to balance colors and patterns. Become inspired by the innovative fashion designers and fiber artists of today and begin your own fashion portfolio. Utilize tailoring, draping and embellishment to reimagine a standard garment and showcase your work in an end of the week fashion show and presentation.
Introduction to Fashion
Sample many aspects of fashion in this introduction to construction, design and styling. Learn the basics of joining fabric with hand and machine sewing, explore textiles and learn to balance colors and patterns. Become inspired by the innovative fashion designers and fiber artists of today and begin your own fashion portfolio. Utilize tailoring, draping and embellishment to reimagine a standard garment and showcase your work in an end of the week fashion show and presentation.
Introduction to Knitting
Take the time to learn how to use yarn to construct wearable art through the process of knitting. Practice the basic knit stitch, casting off, and the purling method and leave with a good start on a handmade scarf.
Introduction to Stone Setting
In this class, you will be introduced to two of the most versatile methods of adding both flat-sided cabochons and faceted stones to sterling silver jewelry: Bezel and Flush settings. Bezel setting is a basic technique that involves surrounding a stone with a thin rim or “bezel” of metal for mounting on a larger piece. Flush setting involves integrally setting smaller round facetted stones, “flush” with the surface of the metal, holding them in place with
a burnished edge. Techniques involved with each method include hammer forging, filing, sawing, forming, torch-work, burnishing and final finishing. During the class, students will work through set projects to create rings, pendants and/or earrings as they learn and master techniques. A set of basic tools and the silver necessary for these projects is included in the course fee. Additional materials can be purchased from the instructor. This class is designed for students who are comfortable with basic metalworking processes, such as sawing, filing and soldering.
Jewelry Design
In this advanced course students will have the opportunity to explore new, creative designs and techniques including the use of stones, wood and ivory. Materials may be purchased in class.
Jewelry Design Master Class
Prerequisite: Advanced jewelry experience. Emphasis in this class is placed on exceptional design of metal jewelry. Designs are drawn, discussed and executed in the metal of your choice. Personal instruction given to each student. Use of stones and woods may be incorporated into pieces. Materials purchased in class.
Jewelrymaking
Learn to create artful accessories using a wide variety of metals, fibers and beads. Explore different jewelrymaking processes including hammering and felting and use your new skills to produce unique wearable artworks.
Jewelrymaking
Step into a professional jewelry studio to explore the processes behind beaded, wire and hammered jewelry. Use semi-precious stones, glass beads and copper to produce unique wearable artworks.
Jewelrymaking
Step into a professional jewelry studio to explore the processes behind beaded, wire and hammered jewelry. Use semi-precious stones, glass beads and copper to produce unique wearable artworks.
Jewelrymaking Sampler
Take a crash course in metalsmithing this summer and experience a whole new world of exciting techniques. Students of all levels are encouraged to learn four processes and to see how they can be combined together. Textures and domed forms will be created by embossing with the rolling mill and hydraulic press; found imagery and drawings will be etched into metal using acid; copper will be plated onto the surface of non-metal objects using electroforming; finally, colors will be added using patinas and transparent enamels. Basic metalsmithing skills, annealing, safety, and polishing will all be covered along the way. Copper and patinas provided; students may purchase silver or brass if desired.
Journey to Outer Space
Construct a rocket ship and space suit and explore the cosmos, mapping your journey to the stars! Illustrate strange new lands and impress Earthlings with your accounts of far away planets. Experiment with found materials, learn new drawing techniques and use clay to depict the alien creatures you met along the way.
Legomation
Explore the wonderful world of Legomation! Using Legos and other snap together building bricks, campers will collaborate to design and build their own stop-motion movies.
Legomation
Explore the wonderful world of Legomation! Using Legos and other snap together building bricks, campers will collaborate to design and build their own stop-motion movies.
Legomation
Explore the wonderful world of Legomation! Using Legos and other snap together building bricks, campers will collaborate to design and build their own stop-motion movies.
Lost Wax Casting
Explore this unique form of jewelry making, in which designs are built in wax to form a mold. Students then use the mold to cast metals by heating to very high temperatures. The final product is a finished piece of jewelry. Tuition includes waxes and casting materials only. Metals may be purchased separately from the instructor.
Making Monsters
Invent your own creature and bring it to life through comics, paintings and sculptures of monster proportions. Be inspired by classic books like Where the Wild Things Are, the big screen, professional artwork and your own imagination.
Medieval Times
Step back into a time when knights and princesses were not just characters in fairytales. Learn about heraldry, create your own armor, design a castle and depict fantastic beasts. Use metals and fibers to sculpt and weave and eventually transform yourself into a medieval alter ego.
Medieval Times
Step back into a time when knights and princesses were not just characters in fairytales. Learn about heraldry, create your own armor, design a castle and depict fantastic beasts. Use metals and fibers to sculpt and weave and eventually transform yourself into a medieval alter ego.
Metal Patinas Workshop
In this workshop students will learn how to apply patinas to finished metal jewelry. We will use sulfur to darken silver and bring out a rainbow of colors, household chemicals to verdigris copper, and experiment with heat patinas and various professional jewelers finishes. Students should bring finished, or nearly completed copper, silver, or brass jewelry to class.
Metalsmithing Studio (Afternoon)
Learn metalsmithing and stonesetting skills while creating individual projects. This class focuses on jewelry and small object design (such as spoons, decorative home wares, etc) and construction. Lessons include sawing, filing, forming, joining and finishing metal. In the first class we will discuss materials and how to order your metals. Students may choose to work in copper, bronze or silver. Metal costs based on fluctuating stock prices and may run $25 and up.
Metalsmithing Studio (Morning)
Learn metalsmithing and stonesetting skills while creating individual projects. This class focuses on jewelry and small object design (such as spoons, decorative home wares, etc) and construction. Lessons include sawing, filing, forming, joining and finishing metal. In the first class we will discuss materials and how to order your metals. Students may choose to work in copper, bronze or silver. Metal costs based on fluctuating stock prices and may run $25 and up.
Mini Performances
Work together to create miniature environments with people, animals and other creatures to inhabit them. At the end of the week, bring your new creations to life in a student directed performance for friends and family.
Mixed Media
Enter an art laboratory and experiment with different materials to create 2D collages and 3D assemblages. Inspect multiple art genres like Abstract Expressionism and Cubism to inspire invented artworks of your very own.
Mixed Media Animation
Explore several different traditional animation styles in this cool class. Paper shapes, 3-D objects and even classmates will be animated into unique movie projects using various styles and themes. Digital cameras and Apple software will be used to create finished projects.
Modern Masters
Be inspired by Modern Art’s great masters like Picasso, Warhol and DuBuffet. Emulate their techniques and styles to create portraits, prints, dynamic geometric designs, stunning abstracts and sculptures.
Modifying Junk Electronics: Circuit Bending
An introduction to the fascinating world of circuit bending: the creative re-purposing of mass produced toys via electronic surgery. A literal flood of cheap, hightech gadgets falling rapidly into obslensces begs to be repurposed and reborn in the hands of the patient and imaginative recycler. Improve that kids’ keyboard, talking bear, or redundant effects pedal, and gain insight into the guts of our tech environment. Students will learn the classic skills and theory of circuit bending, including clocking, time constants, switching, crashing, and starving. All tools and materials will be provided, but interested students are encouraged to accumulate a reserve of materials as well. Students are expected to solder well and read simple schematics. Completion of Circuit Building One or permission of the instructor is a prerequisite.
Monotypes Workshop
Combine painting and printmaking techniques to produce one-of-a-kind prints. Students will draw and paint on plexi-glass and learn to transfer their image to paper by using PCA’s presses. No painting, drawing, or printmaking experience required. Tuition includes materials; students may choose to bring specialty papers.
Mosaic Pots
Use mosaic to embellish a flowerpot, gluing and grouting objects like tile, mirror and glass to create a unique garden accessory.
Mosaics
This introductory class will teach you the basics of creating beautiful mosaics. Learn techniques for cutting, adhering and finishing tiles as you construct your mosaics on 2D surfaces. This class serves a great starter class for the novice, or as a refresher course for those with past experience. Tuition includes all materials.
Murals
Join us to create a large, collaborative mural that reflects your ideas and interests. After planning and sketching, learn how to transfer drawings into larger images using concepts such as scale, gridding and blocking-in. Learn about murals created throughout the ages, including those in your own community!
Murals
Join us to create a large, collaborative mural that reflects your ideas and interests. After planning and sketching, you will learn how to transfer drawings into larger images using concepts such as scale, gridding and blocking-in. We will also learn about murals created throughout the ages, including those in our own community!
Oil & Acrylic Painting
Explore acrylic and oil painting to discover their unique properties. Focus on texture, brush stroke, color mixing and focal point while utilizing various painting surfaces, in different sizes. Receive individualized attention so that you can create successful observational or abstract works of art by organizing forms and colors into finished compositions.
Oil & Acrylic Painting Studio
Join this open studio style class for all learning levels. Beginners receive a step-by- step introduction to the basics of painting, with an emphasis on understanding color. Intermediate and advanced students receive individual instruction in the area of their choice. Tuition includes one session with a model.
Oil & Acrylic Painting Studio
Join this open studio style class for all learning levels. Beginners receive a step-by- step introduction to the basics of painting, with an emphasis on understanding color. Intermediate and advanced students receive individual instruction in the area of their choice. Tuition includes one session with a model.
On Screen: Directing and Acting for the Camera
At the heart of narrative movies is a crucial connection between actors and directors. In this camp students begin the week reading scripts and developing believable characters. Then they'll move behind the camera to learn how best to communicate with actors and how to properly block scenes. Working together, students will then use their new skills – both behind and in front of the camera – to film short scenes.
Paint, Print, Fold!
This introductory class will combine bookmaking with the most painterly form of printmaking: the monotype. Monotypes are unique prints that produce a single impression. The first half of this class will be spent making monotypes, incorporating various printmaking techniques. These prints will be used to create two different styles of accordion books during the second half of class. This is a great class for people who like to draw and paint, however no experience is necessary.
Paint/Print/Sculpt
Paint at an easel, construct 3D objects and learn how to use our printing presses to create several studies as well as finished artworks. Focus on abstraction and expression in each media and combine all three to create interesting multi-media experiments.
Painting
Explore the subjects that have been fascinating artists for centuries: landscape, portraiture and still life. Discover the unique perspectives of great painters throughout history and use acrylic and watercolor paints to explore important principles of painting like color mixing.
Painting Studio
Working in oils or acrylics, this seminar class offers greater productivity through individual instruction. Students will be encouraged to develop an artistic vocabulary and a personal style, anything from abstraction to non-objective super-realism. Class includes two sessions with a model and 30 minutes each session allocated for lunch.
Papermaking
Learn to create elegant papers from everyday papers and fibers. Students will become familiar with the entire papermaking process, and create a variety of papers, to be used for drawing, bookmaking, printmaking, and more.
Papermaking
Learn how to combine recycled materials and items from nature to create handcrafted paper that is multi-colored and richly textured.
Photography @ Filmmakers
Learn the essential techniques of photography from exposure and composition to processing and printing in a darkroom. Students will explore local neighborhoods in search of excellent photographs as well as work with lights in a studio setting. Bring your own 35mm camera or use one of ours. All materials, including 35mm black-and-white film and photo paper are provided.
Photography @ Filmmakers
Learn the essential techniques of photography from exposure and composition to processing and printing in a darkroom. Students will explore local neighborhoods in search of excellent photographs as well as work with lights in a studio setting. Bring your own 35mm camera or use one of ours. All materials, including 35mm black-and-white film and photo paper are provided.
Pinch, Slab & Coil
Work side-by-side to create collaborative or independent ceramic pieces. Use handbuilding techniques such as pinch, coil and slab to create objects like pots, tiles and small sculptures.
Pixilation Workshop
Follow in the pixilated footsteps of animators like Norman McLaren and Grant Munroe. Students will work together to make classmates fly, disappear and even transform using this popular stop-motion animation technique. Participants will learn storyboarding and basic editing techniques using editing software.
Playing with Patterns
Launch an investigation to find patterns in nature and architecture and invent some of your very own. Experiement with painting, drawing and sculpting and engage in group activites to explore patterns in movement and sound.
Plein Air Painting
Plein Air painting, or more simply, painting outdoors, is a great way to hone your painting skills and depict a rich and varied environment. This class will allow you to explore PCA’s beautiful grounds, including nearby Mellon Park, where the gardens, hills, and urban accents are sure to inspire you. Students may work in oil, acrylic, or watercolor.
Pop Art
Enter the world of Pop Art in this dynamic mixed-media camp. Use paints, inks and found objects to create bold, colorful 2D and 3D artworks inspired by famous pop artists like Pittsburgh’s own Andy Warhol.
Pop Art
Enter the world of Pop Art in this dynamic mixed-media camp. Use paints, inks and found objects to create bold, colorful 2D and 3D artworks inspired by famous pop artists like Pittsburgh’s own Andy Warhol.
Portraits
Find inspiration in your own image and learn the basics of drawing the human face and figure. Use drawing, painting and sculpture to capture the human likeness and explore other, abstract ways to create a portrait.
Portraits in Clay
Working from a live model, students will create portraits in clay, also known as busts. Students will receive instruction in facial proportions and skeletal structure and learn to use carving and shaping tools. Students will be encouraged to be experimental and add imaginative embellishments to figures if desired. Tuition includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, and bisque and gas firing.
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Printmaking
Create multiple and unique versions of original artworks using printmaking. Explore relief, monotype and stamping using a variety of surfaces and experiment with printing utilizing untraditional and natural materials.
Printmaking
Create multiple and unique versions of original artworks using printmaking. Explore relief, monotype and stamping using a variety of surfaces and experiment with printing utilizing untraditional and natural materials.
Printmaking
Create multiple and unique versions of original artworks using printmaking. Explore relief, monotype and stamping using a variety of surfaces and experiment with printing utilizing untraditional and natural materials.
Printmaking for Change
Throughout history printmaking has been used by artists, activists, political leaders and religious groups to bring their messages to the people. This is because the distinctive quality of printmaking is multiplicity, allowing the print to simultaneously exist in many places at once. As an art form it provides a quick and inexpensive means of production. During this eight-week class students will create artwork that addresses the local or global issue of their choice. Students will learn how to make multi-media fine art prints using linoleum and screen printing techniques, and print on reclaimed materials. This class is for experienced artists and beginners, and those who are interested in the use of art to encourage social justice.
Programming
Learn basic programming skills as you manipulate video and music using Python programming language. End the week by creating a sidescroller video game that you can play at home and share with friends.
Puppet Theater
Enter a camp that combines painting, collage, sculpture, storytelling and performance. Design zany characters and bring them to life as hand, finger, and stick or shadow puppets. Design sets, props and create original stories. Use your creations to put on shows to entertain your classmates.
Raku
Explore the traditional Japanese form of pottery called raku. Use handbuilding and wheelthrowing techniques, surface design and glazing to create unique pieces. Finish the experience with an outdoor firing where your ceramic pieces will be finished using an open flame.
Raku
Explore the traditional Japanese form of pottery called raku. Use handbuilding and wheelthrowing techniques, surface design and glazing to create unique pieces. Finish the experience with an outdoor firing where your ceramic pieces will be finished using an open flame.
Recycled Robots
Design, build, and program robots using CMU CREATELab’s Hummingbird kit and recycled materials. Students will learn how to creatively use Servos, sensors, and LEDs along with programming basics to make their robot creations come to life!
Relief Printing
In this six week program students will become proficient in the art of relief printmaking;
a process where the artist carves an image out of a block and prints from the block’s surface. Students will work in linoleum and wood, and will print images by hand and with a printmaking press. Students will learn to print several colors by completing a three layer reduction print, as well as have the opportunity to develop a unique final project. Through active critiques, demonstrations, and open studio time, this class will explore the oldest and most fundamental form of printmaking.
Relief Printing
In this eight week program students will become proficient in the art of relief printmaking; a process where the artist carves an image out of a block and prints from the block's surface. Students will work in linoleum and wood, and will print images by hand and with a printmaking press. Students will learn to print several colors by completing a three layer reduction print, as well as have the opportunity to develop a unique final project. Through active critiques, demonstrations, and open studio time, this class will explore the oldest and most fundamental form of printmaking. successfully combine multiple plates to create a single image. Students may bring a sketched design or high contrast photograph for inspiration.
Sculpture
Use clay, found materials and fabric to create sculptures that hang, stand and sit. Look at what types of objects sculptors are making today and collaborate with your peers to create an installation that transforms your studio classroom.
Sculpture
Use clay, found materials and fabric to create sculptures that hang, stand or sit. Look at what types of objects sculptors are making today and collaborate with your peers to create an installation that transforms your studio classroom.
Sculpture
Use clay, found materials and fabric to create sculptures that hang, stand or sit. Look at what types of objects sculptors are making today and collaborate with your peers to create an installation that transforms your studio classroom.
Sewing Fundamentals
In this introductory course students will learn basic sewing techniques and will be guided through fun and functional projects, including wearable items as well as items for the home. Students will learn how to stitch a variety of different seams, as well as gain familiarity with pattern reading and sewing zippers into clothing. We will work primarily on electric sewing machines and also cover basic hand sewing for finishing work. It’s sure to be sew much fun!
Shibori Workshop
Shibori is a Japanese term for several types of fabric dyeing. This class will focus on pole wrapped shibori (arashi) and sculptural shibori. Sculptural shibori allows you to create 3 dimensional forms with silk by strategically binding the silk and then boiling it in water. Students will explore these different techniques by completing a silk scarf and a sculptural shibori sample. Students will learn basic dyeing skills for use in future projects and classes. 30 min allowed for lunch; please bring a non-perishable bagged lunch.
Soft Sculpture
Visit the Fiberarts International exhibit in PCA’s Galleries to find inspiration on how to combine fabric, foam and even natural materials to form sculpture. Experiment with different sculpting processes like weaving, sewing and assemblage to produce larger than life every day objects, fantastical creatures and abstract creations.
Stained Glass
Learn a craft that has been around since ancient times. Use techniques such as soldering, foiling, overlay and glazing and look to examples of stained glass throughout history as inspiration for the design of your own stained glass artwork.
Stained Glass
Learn a craft that has been around since ancient times. Use techniques such as soldering, foiling, overlay and glazing and look to examples of stained glass throughout history as inspiration for the design of your own stained glass artwork.
Stone Carving
This class is an introduction to the basics of stone carving in soapstone. Students will work on shaping and sanding small sculptures using an array of professional carving tools.
Stop Motion Studio
Learn how to animate like the pros in this exciting new camp. Students will begin the week by designing their very own stop motion puppet complete with armatures. They will then collaborate to write, storyboard, and film an original stop motion animation using their creations.
Super Short Documentaries
Learn how to use digital video cameras, microphones and editing software to create unique, short documentaries. Interviewing techniques, shooting B-roll, and various documentary styles will all be covered in this camp.
Superheroes
Learn about superheroes in books, films and comics and invent your own alter ego complete with a catchy name and special powers. Design your superhero costume, create gadgets and accessories and illustrate your hero’s adventures in your own comic book!
T-Shirt Design
Invent a custom design and use screenprinting to create your very own D.I.Y. graphic t-shirt.
The Digital Forest of Miyazaki
Animator Hayao Miyazaki’s memorable character-driven films like My Neighbor Tortoro, Spirited Away, and Ponyo captivate audiences with their wit and imagination. In this camp, students will learn how to develop new and imaginative Miyazaki-inspired characters and take them into the digital realm using Wacom Digital Illustration tablets and Adobe software.
The Wonderful World of Dr. Seuss
Author, artist and visionary, Dr. Seuss said, “I like nonsense … fantasy is a necessary ingredient in living.” Become inspired by the numerous works of Dr. Seuss and delve into your own imagination to create fantastical art. Develop silly characters, invent new rhymes and transform your studio into a Seussical space.
Three Dimensional Weaving
This workshop will focus on how to create a 3-dimensional form from a flat woven plane. As the warp is partially pulled while the piece is on the loom, the dimensional form takes shape. Finally, the piece is completed off the loom. This technique requires precise planning of the relationship between woven and non-woven areas on the flat warp. This is a great workshop for the experienced weaver who is looking for a new approach to their process.
Watercolor Explorations
Students work side by side in this open studio style class. Explore color theory and composition while being encouraged to find your personal style. New lessons are presented each week including washing, scrubbing, resist and much more. Enjoy informal class critiques in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Prior experience with watercolors recommended.
Watercolor Studio
This advanced watercolor class will focus on improving technical skills, while developing a personal artistic style. Delving deeper into color theory and composition, students can explore both basic and alternative watercolor painting techniques. Class includes participation in discussion and critiques.
Weaving Studio
In this class, beginning and returning students will work side by side in an open environment. Beginners learn to warp, dress the loom sample, various patterns, read drafts and understand color interactions. Advanced students may work independently with instruction in the area of their choice. All materials are provided.
Weaving Studio
In this class beginning and returning students will work side by side in an open environment. Beginners learn to warp, dress the loom sample, various patterns, read drafts and understand color interactions. Advanced students may work independently with instruction in the area of their choice. All materials are provided.
Wheelthrown Ceramics
Explore form while creating functional and decorative ceramic pieces through wheelthrowing techniques. Experiment with surface design and various glaze applications including painting, spraying and dipping. Curate your personal collection and take home work that has been fired in our electric kilns.
Zines!
Zine (noun, \ z e¯ n \ ) : a noncommercial homemade publication usually devoted to specialized and often unconventional subject matter. Participants will engage in a hands on collaborative zine making project with a focus on completing a zine by the end of the class. Workshop will include a history of and introduction to zines, use of various zine making tools, brainstorming techniques, various zine making processes, and resources for zine makers.
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