Teens Multimedia Class for Ages 12-17

Teens Multimedia Class for Ages 12-17

Wednesdays, July 12, 19, 26; August 2, 9, 16

Time: 12:30 PM to 2 PM

Members $20 per session.

Non-members $25 per session.

Member all sessions $100.

Non-members all sessions $130.

Need-based scholarships are available, please inquire.

Here, middle school and high school aged artists can gather to learn new techniques, express, share, and inspire.

Making art can be a solitary experience, but we learn from others.

Sharing opportunities for learning about a different art media, former middle school art teacher Sarah Rydecki will give students the chance to acquire some new skills that can be applied to their own unique interests and artwork style.

July 12: Small Ceramics

Students will view and be inspired by the Ceramics Invitational Exhibit, learn some basic building techniques, and then have the chance to create several small clay pieces.

Ceramic clay is earthenware that requires firing in a kiln.

We are fortunate and grateful to be partnering with South Haven Public Schools for the use of their art department kilns.

Students who are unable to take additional sessions will be able to pick up pieces later after they have been fired.

July 19: Ceramic Slab Cylinders

Start with this basic form then apply other techniques to make it one-of-a-kind.

July 26: Character Design

Walk through the steps of drawing for ideas and planning.

Explore a variety of art supplies to bring the character to life.

August 2: Paint Ceramics Free Choice Finish Characters, Paint & Print

Students who joined prior sessions (either July 12, 19, or 26) will paint and/or continue work on previous pieces.

Those joining for the day will be able to learn and use some fun acrylic painting and printing techniques.

August 9: Mixed-Media Collage

Students are encouraged to bring photos, scraps, and keepsakes that can be added to a work of art. Some image transfer techniques will be taught.

August 16: Watercolor

Students will have the opportunity to learn about, play with and create using a variety of techniques.

The Michigan Watercolor Society Exhibit may inspire ideas.

Pick and choose which weeks to attend or sign up for all six.

Please note that age groupings for classes are used as guidelines for planning developmentally appropriate curriculum - we believe that parents/guardians know their children’s abilities, interests, and comfort levels best. We invite you to enroll your young person in the class(es) that seem best for them.