Classes and Workshops for the Young Artist
Pinhole Camera Workshop
This summer, discover the simplicity and ethereal beauty of pinhole photography. These are hand-made cameras without lenses. Recycle old shoeboxes, cookie tins, even toys into artistic cameras. Focal length, exposure, and depth of field will be discussed. Basic materials and darkroom supplied on site. Ages: 15–18.
Pratibimba Artiscience Workshop
Watch the elements of Art, Math, Science, Symbols and your imagination come alive as you create your own masterpiece ... each class will explore the elements of art to incorporate personal symbols, visual thinking strategies, art vocabulary, and science to develop our ability to translate the imagined into a physical reality. Ages: 9–14.
Up in the Air
Students will have the opportunity to create a variety of whimsical, aerial sculptures inspired by artists such as Alexander Calder and Dale Chihuly. We will use simple materials to explore shapes, form, and motion; and learn to problem-solve and construct visually dynamic pieces. Our class will conclude with an exhibition and reception. This class is for young artists 9–14 years old.
Eco-Art
Inspired by recycable objects, we will explore eco-friendly ways to create art! The class will begin with an exciting introduction to found materials (plastic water bottles, food packaging, cardboard, etc) and, after viewing several film clips and examples of work, we will delve into creating art! Projects in this class include a vertical garden, wearable art, and chandeliers of water bottles. Our class will conclude with an exhibition and reception.
This class is for young artist ages 10–14.
Character Design
Everyone has their own ideas about new characters they'd like to see in an original comic book, web comic, video game, or animated series. Now here\'s your chance to take this first step toward bringing your imagined characters to life! Students in this camp will learn techniques of the pros to design their character's visual look, include character overall appearance, build, and proportions; costume and accessory design; action and dynamic poses, and facial expressions. The final project will be a full-body illustration of the character. Ages: 14–18.
Printing in the Park
In this class, students will use the grounds of Oak Knoll Park as inspiration for their own original prints. The course will cover linoleum block printing, creating stencils, botanical printing, and other printing/mixed-media techniques. After the class is over, students will be able to practice most of the techniques at home with only a few supplies and tools. Ages: 13–16.
Right-Brained Drawing (Session 1)
Ready to draw objects from direct observation, but find the task a little daunting? Or maybe you are just looking to refine your skills or find a way to loosen up? This class is designed to help you draw more accurately, with less effort, and to have fun doing it! You will discover new ways to think about art—and the mind!—in this fun series of right-brained exercises!
Session 1 of Right Brained Drawing is for young artists 15 years of age and older.
Right-Brained Drawing (Session 2)
Ready to draw objects from direct observation, but find the task a little daunting? Or maybe you are just looking to refine your skills or find a way to loosen up? This class is designed to help you draw more accurately, with less effort, and to have fun doing it! You will discover new ways to think about art—and the mind!—in this fun series of right-brained exercises!
Right Brained Drawing: Session 2 is for young artists ages 11–14.
Big Beautiful Blooms
Kids will spend the week learning to paint flowers of all kinds. The class will include drawing and painting, and will explore line, shape, value, color and composition. Students will take home several large flower paintings. Ages: 6–10.
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