Summer Workshop Registration is Open.
Registration for Summer Classes begins April 21st.
Tentative Schedule - subject to change before registration period begins.
Summer Manga, Chibi, and DD&D
Create your own characters, illustrated worlds and stories
Manga, Chibi and DD&D classes present foundation core skills concepts but integrates them into each of those styles of drawing. In this way students still learn foundation material, but via subject matter they prefer to draw. You can learn about each class in the descriptions below and read more about our approach to teaching students of all ages here.
• SIX CLASSES
• Monday, June 23rd through Friday, August 1st (+ Friday, August 8th due to July 4th closure)
• Many classes are available IN-STUDIO or as SIMULTANEOUS (in-studio or online) classes
• Monday, June 23rd through Friday, August 1st (+ Friday, August 8th due to July 4th closure)
• Many classes are available IN-STUDIO or as SIMULTANEOUS (in-studio or online) classes
CARTOONING & CHIBI
Tuesday: 4-5pm
SIMULTANEOUS
SIMULTANEOUS
AGES 8 & up
CARTOONING & CHIBI
CARTOONING & CHIBI DRAWING is a combination class of both western style cartooning and eastern style Chibi manga—what we recognize as Pokemon-type characters that are cute, grotesque, or even bizarre representations of people, animals, and even supernatural creatures. This kind of drawing is favored by kids in the 6 to 12 year old range, but a majority of Chibi fans are 8 to 10 years old. Our Monday Cartooning/Chibi class will focus on synthesizing both types of characters and developing core drawing skills that apply to all kinds of drawing, both cartoon abstract and realistic-representational. (Cartooning class is held only when there is adequate demand).
MANGA-1 DRAWING
Wednesday: 4:30-5:30pm
SIMULTANEOUS
Thursday: 4:30-5:30pm
SIMULTANEOUS
SIMULTANEOUS
Thursday: 4:30-5:30pm
SIMULTANEOUS
AGES 10 & up
MANGA-1 DRAWING
This class teaches the popular drawing style known as Manga or Anime. Artwork like this can be seen in many forms, from the comic books “Manga” to the television shows “Anime” and many other products like toys and games. Though this artwork has a very broad appeal, and is cartooned it is also quite challenging to master. Throughout this class students will learn the fundamentals of how to draw Anime and Manga. We will go through how to draw everything from eyes, faces and hands, to full action poses and cute chibi characters. Students are encouraged to draw their own characters throughout the class, and will be shown how to make exciting images with them in it. Although this is class is designed as a base level it is recommended that most students start here, as there is a lot of valuable information in the class.
All Manga classes will use high quality markers and various papers (bristol board, marker paper, etc.) which are included in the tuition. (Not included with online classes)
All Manga classes will use high quality markers and various papers (bristol board, marker paper, etc.) which are included in the tuition. (Not included with online classes)
MANGA-1X DRAWING
Thursday: 6-7:30pm
SIMULTANEOUS
SIMULTANEOUS
AGES 11 & up
• Requires 3-4 trimesters of Manga 1 previously, or submission of portfolio artwork for review prior to admission
• Requires 3-4 trimesters of Manga 1 previously, or submission of portfolio artwork for review prior to admission
MANGA-1X DRAWING
Serving as an in-between from Manga-1 and Manga-2 this class offers students more time and more in depth instructions on fundamental Manga skills. Since students in this class are expected to have taken the Manga-1 class previously, this class expands upon that information. Projects in this class are the same as the previous class, but new information and more complex ideas are introduced. In addition to more complex ideas students have more time to work, giving them valuable experience with difficult skills like inking and coloring. This is the perfect class for anyone who needs more time and more challenge than the standard Manga class.
MANGA-2 DRAWING
Thursday: 6-8pm
SIMULTANEOUS
SIMULTANEOUS
AGES 12 & up
• Requires Manga 1x previously, or submission of portfolio artwork for review prior to admission
• Requires Manga 1x previously, or submission of portfolio artwork for review prior to admission
MANGA-2 DRAWING
As a high level Manga class Manga-2 is designed to flex your drawing muscles. Students in this class are expected to have a good understanding of all the basic skills of Manga, and be relatively proficient with the techniques. With those skills as a backing projects in this class are more independently focused, allowing students to work on their own problem areas. There is a push in this class to define a personal style, as well as hone and polish the skills that students already have. After taking the Manga-2 class students should be very well equipped to draw just about any picture they can imagine, in an art style they can call their own.
CREATING COMICS DRAWING CLASS
Wednesday: 4:30-5:30 pm
SIMULTANEOUS
SIMULTANEOUS
AGES 12 & up
CREATING COMICS
Is your brain buzzing with characters and ideas? Do you have a story you're just dying to create? Then this is the class for you! Learn how to tell an understandable story, pace your panels and capture your readers! The Creating Comics class will cover basic storytelling structure as well as character development and implementation. Students will create several short comic strips, single page comics and an 8-page zine they can swap, share and recreate!
Please note: this class is going to focus on far more than simply drawing characters! This is a full fledged comic creation class. Drawing characters while always important will be only a part of each weekly class. Younger students in particular may be more interested in character drawing than this class is designed for. Please check out Cartooning and Chibi for younger kids who just want to draw cartoon characters.
Please note: this class is going to focus on far more than simply drawing characters! This is a full fledged comic creation class. Drawing characters while always important will be only a part of each weekly class. Younger students in particular may be more interested in character drawing than this class is designed for. Please check out Cartooning and Chibi for younger kids who just want to draw cartoon characters.
DRAWING, DUNGEONS, & DRAGONS 1
Tuesday: 5:30-8pm
IN-STUDIO
IN-STUDIO
AGES 12 & up
• 2.5 hour class, split into drawing and game play sections
• 2.5 hour class, split into drawing and game play sections
DRAWING, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
Roleplaying games have long been an imaginative outlet for the mind and for the artistic spirit! This class delves into both sides of this creative activity by allowing students to both play the game of Dungeons & Dragons guided by storyteller Chris, then drawing their characters and play-experiences with art guildmaster Jackie! Employing problem solving, collaboration and clever wits, students generate ideas that they then bring into the arts side of the class to draw their characters, equipment, monsters and more. Each session divides the group into game-time and drawing time, so they will get to experience both aspects each week. Class involves use of the online resource D&D Beyond (free to use); and it is recommended but not required that they have a device to access D&D Beyond during class (phone, tablet, etc). Previous drawing experience is encouraged but not required. Materials used include pencils, markers and colored pencils.
DRAWING, DUNGEONS, & DRAGONS 2
Tuesday: 5:30-8pm
IN-STUDIO
IN-STUDIO
AGES 12 & up
• 2.5 hour class, split into drawing and game play sections
• Advanced class, for participants with prior game knowledge / experience (not appropriate for beginners)
• 2.5 hour class, split into drawing and game play sections
• Advanced class, for participants with prior game knowledge / experience (not appropriate for beginners)
DRAWING, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
Roleplaying games have long been an imaginative outlet for the mind and for the artistic spirit! This class delves into both sides of this creative activity by allowing students to both play the game of Dungeons & Dragons guided by storyteller Chris, then drawing their characters and play-experiences with art guildmaster Jackie! Employing problem solving, collaboration and clever wits, students generate ideas that they then bring into the arts side of the class to draw their characters, equipment, monsters and more. Each session divides the group into game-time and drawing time, so they will get to experience both aspects each week. Class involves use of the online resource D&D Beyond (free to use); and it is recommended but not required that they have a device to access D&D Beyond during class (phone, tablet, etc). Previous drawing experience is encouraged but not required. Materials used include pencils, markers and colored pencils.
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