Figure Drawing Co-op Monday Drawing and Painting Throughout the year, Continuing Education sponsors the Figure Drawing Co-op, open drawing sessions for anyone interested in drawing from the live nude model. Open to ages 16 and above. Started June 2 | Open for registration.
Figure Drawing Co-op Sunday & Monday Drawing and Painting Throughout the year, Continuing Education sponsors the Figure Drawing Co-op, open drawing sessions for anyone interested in drawing from the live nude model. Open to ages 16 and above. Started June 2 | Open for registration.
Figure Drawing Co-op Sunday Drawing and Painting Throughout the year, Continuing Education sponsors the Figure Drawing Co-op, open drawing sessions for anyone interested in drawing from the live nude model. Open to ages 16 and above. Started June 8 | Open for registration.
Art Educator Workshop: Contemporary Painting Methods (online) Drawing and Painting Online Classes Wade deeper into the painting process and venture into a naturalistic way of painting, while acquiring curriculum ideas for the classroom. Starts July 7 | $350.00 Open for registration. Only 3 seats left.
Awesome Animations (Stop-Motion Filmmaking) for ages 9-12 (July 7–11) (in person) Youth Classes Students create characters, set designs and stories as they learn how to use a variety of materials, clay, paper, everyday objects and their own body, to tell a story. Students are guided through the use of iPads and video editing software to produce animation shorts while exploring frame by frame techniques. Open to ages 9-12. Starts July 7 | $390.00 Open for registration. Only 1 seats left.
Drawing Studio: Mythical Creatures and Magical Worlds for ages 12-15 (in person) Drawing and Painting Youth Classes Dive into the world of mythical creatures and learn sketching, drawing and watercolor pencil techniques. Open to ages 12-15. Starts July 7 | $255.00 Waitlisted.
Experimental Screenprinting (in person) Print, Paper, Bookmaking This introduction to low-tech screenprinting covers a variety of ways to work without the use of screen filler, photo emulsion or a computer. Learn about stenciling techniques, monotype methods, and hand-drawn approaches to screenprinting. Starts July 7 | $273.00 Open for registration.
Painting Your World: Creative Exploration for ages 12-15 (in person) Drawing and Painting Youth Classes In this class, students explore the world around them, through hobbies, interests, and everyday experiences, to create paintings that tell stories. Open to ages 12-15. Starts July 7 | $245.00 Open for registration. Only 3 seats left.
Portfolio Prep: Drawing for Art School Applications (Online Session) Drawing and Painting Online Classes Portfolio Preparation Youth Classes This studio drawing class is designed to help students understand the components of the art school application portfolio, with a focus on observational drawing. Open to ages 15-18. Starts July 7 | $320.00 Open for registration.
The Art of Storytelling: Comic Books for ages 6-9 (in person) Youth Classes Featuring everything from cats in capes to space girls, and pandas with powers; comics allow a child's imagination to come to life in images and words. Learn how to turn ideas into characters, design worlds and how body language and expressions are used to tell a story. Open to ages 6–9. Starts July 7 | $390.00 Waitlisted.
Figure Drawing (in person) Drawing and Painting Discover a personal means of depicting the figure with accuracy, sensitivity, and expression. Starts July 8 | $570.00 Open for registration.
Introduction to Digital Painting for ages 15-18 (online) Drawing and Painting Youth Classes Learn the fundamental techniques of of digital painting using Adobe Photoshop. Open to ages 15-18. Starts July 9 | $240.00 Open for registration.
The Fine Art of Humor: 2D and 3D Collage (in person) Drawing and Painting Explore art history through a canon of comedy and make work in the studio with an emphasis on visual humor. Starts July 9 | $244.00 Open for registration.
Introduction to Adobe Illustrator (online) Illustration and Comic Art Online Classes Adobe Illustrator is one of the leading tools in logo creation, animation, and graphic design. Learn how to get started with Adobe Illustrator and work toward the creation of images and text with more sophisticated tools and techniques. Starts July 10 | $232.50 Open for registration.
Alternative Photography Workshop: Gum Printing (in person) Photography and Filmmaking Gum printing is a 19th-century photographic printing process capable of rendering painterly images from negatives and objects. Starts July 12 | $91.00 Waitlisted.
Joy and Magic of Color (Painting and Mixed Media) for ages 9-12 (in person) Youth Classes Color is a powerful and exciting way for artists to express themselves. Explore the basics of color theory and color mixing to create personally expressive artworks in acrylic, watercolor, and mixed media. Open to ages 9-12. Starts July 14 | $390.00 Waitlisted.
Picturing Picture Books (Children's Illustration Inspired Art) for ages 6-9 (in person) Youth Classes Create illustrations to accompany favorite stories and find new ways of bringing stories to life through drawing, painting, and collage. Open to ages 6-9. Starts July 14 | $390.00 Waitlisted.
Video Game Fundamentals for ages 12-15 (in person) Game Design Youth Classes Learn the fundamentals of game design while adding concepts and characters to make a one of a kind video game. Open to ages 12-15. Starts July 14 | $240.00 Open for registration.
Comic Book Creation for ages 12-15 (in person) Illustration and Comic Art Youth Classes Explore the expansive and diverse world of comic book stories and drawing styles while learning the fundamental aspects of comic book creation and design. Open to ages 12-15. Starts July 15 | $192.00 Waitlisted.
Art in Flight! for ages 6-9 (in person) Youth Classes Explore the world of winged creatures from birds to insects through drawing, painting, collage and sculpture. Open to ages 6-9. Starts July 21 | $400.00 Waitlisted.
Minnesota Nature Through Mixed Media for ages 9-12 (in person) Youth Classes Create mixed media artwork inspired by the amazingly diverse plants, animals, and habitats found in Minnesota. Students enjoy a variety of art mediums in this nature-based camp. Open to ages 9-12. Starts July 21 | $400.00 Open for registration.
Natural Wonders (Nature Inspired Art) for ages 6-9 (in person) Youth Classes Explore nature and create nature-inspired artworks in this class that combines the outdoor world with fun and creative projects. Ages 6-9. Starts July 21 | $400.00 Open for registration. Only 1 seats left.
Painting Fundamentals for ages 12-15 (July Session) (in person) Drawing and Painting Youth Classes This class provides a fun and exciting path to understanding the basic concepts, techniques, and materials used in contemporary acrylic painting. Open to ages 12-15. Starts July 21 | $245.00 Open for registration.
Drawing Fundamentals for ages 12-15 (July Session) (in person) Drawing and Painting Youth Classes Have fun while learning the challenging skill of drawing from observation. Open to ages 12-15. Starts July 28 | $240.00 Waitlisted.
Fairy Tale Fantasy Worlds (Drawing and Painting) for ages 6-9 (in person) Youth Classes Explore imaginary worlds from a city on mars to a magical underwater kingdom. Create a fantasy world, complete with drawn and painted creatures, flora, and fauna. Open to ages 6-9. Starts July 28 | $390.00 Waitlisted.
Introduction to Stop-Motion Animation for ages 12-15 (in person) Animation Youth Classes Learn the basics of stop-motion animation, covering frame by frame techniques and basic concepts of this traditional and very hands-on style of animation. Open to ages 12-15. Starts July 28 | $250.00 Open for registration. Only 3 seats left.
Pre-College Studio Intensive: Painting and Drawing for ages 15-18 (in person) Drawing and Painting Youth Classes This class focuses on the majors of drawing and painting. Open to ages 15-18. Starts July 28 | $638.00 Open for registration.
Under Cover: Making Art Books for ages 9-12 (in person) Youth Classes Calling all authors, poets, readers, drawers, painters and book lovers! Create several unique books with personal stories and original illustrations. Open to ages 9-12. Starts July 28 | $390.00 Waitlisted.
Portfolio Prep: Drawing for Art School Applications (Evening Session) (in person) Drawing and Painting Portfolio Preparation Youth Classes This studio drawing class is designed to help students understand the components of the art school application portfolio, with focus on observational drawing. Open to ages 15-18. Starts July 29 | $201.00 Open for registration.
Printmaking Workshop: Trace Monotypes (in person) Print, Paper, Bookmaking Trace monotype is all about exploring and celebrating the line. It's an ideal form for those interested in drawing or sketching, hand printing, or experimental calligraphy. Starts August 1 | $108.00 Open for registration. Only 5 seats left.
User Experience (UX) Basics Workshop (online) Online Classes UX/UI Design Explore user experience in the digital and physical design worlds. Starts August 5 | $46.50 Open for registration.
Designing for Complexity and Social Impact (online) Creative Leadership Humanities and Professional Development Innovation and Entrepreneurship Online Classes This course introduces students to a framework and processes to address complex social challenges, grounded in the principles and methods of design thinking with elements from other schools of thought, such as social entrepreneurship, systems change, lean methodology, and community-centered approaches. Starts August 18 | $1,980.00 Open for registration.
AI for Artists and Entrepreneurs (online) Innovation and Entrepreneurship Online Classes No other technology has affected creativity, the arts, and business as rapidly as artificial intelligence (AI). Starts August 25 | $1,485.00 Open for registration. Only 5 seats left.
Design in Context (online) Graphic and Web Design Online Classes Because the outlines of the profession continually change, the graphic designer must know how to integrate an understanding of visual literacy with broad-based cultural knowledge. Starts August 25 | $1,485.00 Open for registration. Only 5 seats left.
From Stage to Startup: Theatrical Techniques (in person) Creative Leadership Humanities and Professional Development Innovation and Entrepreneurship This course merges the artistry of theater with the demands of entrepreneurship to help students develop powerful presentation and persuasion skills. Starts August 25 | $1,485.00 Open for registration. Only 3 seats left.
Fundamentals of Sustainable Design (online) Online Classes Sustainable Design In this foundational course students are introduced to hands-on and holistic approaches to sustainability. Starts August 25 | $1,485.00 Open for registration. Only 5 seats left.
Inspiring Innovation and Implementation (online) Innovation and Entrepreneurship Online Classes Sustainable Design In this course, students find opportunities for innovation that can have a real impact and influence within an organization or community. Starts August 25 | $1,485.00 Open for registration. Only 3 seats left.
Persuasion and Marketing (in person) Innovation and Entrepreneurship This course introduces the art and science of persuasion and its relationship to contemporary marketing practices. Starts August 25 | $1,485.00 Open for registration. Only 5 seats left.
Systems Thinking (online) Online Classes Sustainable Design Learn how systems thinking, languages of design, and product life cycles are intertwined and how they form the solid foundation for innovative products. Starts August 25 | $1,485.00 Open for registration.
Teaching Art and Design Online (online) Humanities and Professional Development Online Classes Even in hands-on art classes, the practice and profession of teaching now requires proficiency with a variety of online learning methodologies. Most classroom instruction is now a blend of in-person and online learning formats. This class introduces students to the necessary skills and methods for teaching in a complex world. Learn strategies to develop high-quality online courses that help artists and designers facilitate the creative process remotely and conduct critiques effectively online. Starts August 25 | $1,485.00 Open for registration.
Web Development: HTML (online) Graphic and Web Design Online Classes This course introduces the fundamental language of the web: HyperText Markup Language (HTML). Starts August 25 | $495.00 Waitlisted.
Web Development: CSS (online) Graphic and Web Design Online Classes This is the second course in the Web Development course series. In this course, students build on their understanding of HTML, and use Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to create well crafted web pages. Starts September 29 | $495.00 Waitlisted.
Building an Intentional Workplace (online) Creative Leadership Humanities and Professional Development Innovation and Entrepreneurship Online Classes Learn how to co-create workplaces where people can thrive and feel agency, and where policies, practices, language, programs, and initiatives are centered around inclusion, equity, and justice. Starts October 10 | $990.00 Open for registration.
Web Development: Topics and Projects (online) Graphic and Web Design Online Classes This is the third course in the Web Development course series. Students build towards professional-grade front-end web development. Starts November 3 | $495.00 Waitlisted.
Exploration in Metalworking Foundations (in person) Sculpture and Furniture Learn the foundations of metalworking and welding by transforming ideas, drawings, and designs into three dimensional metal objects. Started June 2 | Registration closed.
Introduction to Illustration (online) Illustration and Comic Art Online Classes In this introductory course, get a behind-the-scenes look at how contemporary illustrators create work for books, magazines, and online publications. Started June 2 | Registration closed.
Introduction to Oil Painting (Beginning Painting) (in person) Drawing and Painting This introductory class is tailored to those who have never painted or have not used oil paints before and who are ready to take the plunge. Started June 2 | Registration closed.
Introduction to Screenprinting (in person) Print, Paper, Bookmaking Screenprinting is a direct printmaking technique that builds images from layers of color and can be used to create everything from custom silkscreened T-shirts to one-of-a-kind posters and fine art prints. Started June 2 | Registration closed.
Theory and Practice of Creative Leadership (online) Creative Leadership Humanities and Professional Development Innovation and Entrepreneurship Online Classes This foundational survey course examines leadership through a creative lens. A key premise of this course is that we need the methodologies of artists and designers alongside those of scientists and entrepreneurs to undertake necessary transformational change and worldmaking. Started June 2 | Registration closed.
Beginning Observational Drawing (in person) Drawing and Painting Learn the basic elements of drawing, such as line, value, texture, and shape. Study perspective and build skills for the successful transference of three-dimensional observation to a two-dimensional picture plane. Started June 3 | Registration closed.
Introduction to Abstract Painting (in person) Drawing and Painting Learn how to begin making abstract work and lean into developing an individualized, unique artistic style of painting and creating visual language. Started June 3 | Registration closed.
Picture Books II: Illustrate a Children's Book (online) Illustration and Comic Art Online Classes This class focuses on the process of how to work on a full 32 page children's picture book manuscript. Started June 3 | Registration closed.
Watercolor Blast (in person) Drawing and Painting Learn to work with watercolors from observation, photographs, and imagination to create translucent works using this versatile medium. Started June 3 | Registration closed.
Botanical Typography with Adobe Illustrator (in person) Graphic and Web Design Illustration and Comic Art Explore the art of decorative lettering to make an impact on botanical themed creative projects. Started June 4 | Registration closed.
Decorative Illustration (online) Illustration and Comic Art Online Classes Get lost in the details of the decorative elements of drawing and illustration. Focus on decorative illustration and its application in the professional illustration field. Started June 4 | Registration closed.
Introduction to Procreate with iPad: Drawing Techniques (online) Drawing and Painting Graphic and Web Design Illustration and Comic Art Over the years the Procreate app has become more and more sophisticated and an industry standard for digital illustration and graphic design. Started June 4 | Registration closed.
Lunchtime Workshop: Gesture Drawing (online) Drawing and Painting Online Classes Explore the fundamentals of gesture drawing as a dynamic and expressive approach to capturing movement, energy, and form. Started June 6 | Registration closed.
Plein Air Watercolor Landscape Painting (offsite) Drawing and Painting Learn the essentials of landscape painting while enjoying all that summer has to offer. Painting outdoors is a great way for artists to get out of the studio and reconnect with the natural environment. Started June 7 | Registration closed.
Character Design and Development for ages 15-18 (online) Illustration and Comic Art Online Classes Youth Classes Characters are essential to making a successful story. Students in this class observe and discuss ways in which artists and authors establish characters in visual media, including film, animation, comics, and games. Open to ages 15-18. (Summer term) Started June 9 | Registration closed.
Digital Illustration for ages 15-18 (in person) Illustration and Comic Art Youth Classes Learn the basics of digital illustration and practice using the drawing and painting tools in Adobe Photoshop. Open to ages 15-18. (Summer term) Started June 9 | Registration closed.
Introduction to Search Engine Optimization (online) Humanities and Professional Development Innovation and Entrepreneurship Online Classes Understanding the basics of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and knowing how to apply strategies effectively can have a noticeable impact on a business or organization's success. Started June 11 | Registration closed.
Printmaking Workshop: Botanical Monotypes (in person) Print, Paper, Bookmaking In this fun and exciting workshop, use plant materials as stencils to create stunning one-of-a-kind images. Started June 13 | Registration closed.
Art Educator Workshop: Soft Sculptures Alebrijes (in person) Sculpture and Furniture Explore the fascinating history of Alebrijes, Mexican folk art sculptures of fantastical creatures, and discover the symbolic significance behind these whimsical beings. Started June 16 | Registration closed.
Drawing Fundamentals for ages 12-15 (June Session) (in person) Drawing and Painting Youth Classes Have fun while learning the challenging skill of drawing from observation. Open to ages 12-15. Started June 16 | Registration closed.
MasterPiece Of Cake (Sweets Inspired Art) for ages 6-9 (in person) Youth Classes Learn fundamental creative artistic skills through sweet treat themed projects and exploring mixed-media. Open to ages 6-9. Started June 16 | Registration closed.
Painting Fundamentals for ages 12-15 (June Session) (in person) Drawing and Painting Youth Classes This class provides a fun and exciting path to understanding the basic concepts, techniques, and materials used in contemporary acrylic painting. Open to ages 12-15. Started June 16 | Registration closed.
Portfolio Prep: Drawing for Art School Applications (Afternoon Session) (in person) Drawing and Painting Portfolio Preparation Youth Classes This studio drawing class is designed to help students understand the components of the art school application portfolio, with focus on observational drawing. Open to ages 15-18. Started June 16 | Registration closed.
Pre-College Studio Intensive: Hand-Drawn Animation for ages 15-18 (in person) Animation Youth Classes This class focuses on the major of animation. Open to ages 15-18. Started June 16 | Registration closed.
Whimsical and Wonderful Creatures (Textile Art) for ages 9-12 (in person) Youth Classes Learn the basics of hand-sewing as a way to create expressive and whimsical 2D and 3D artworks. Open to ages 9-12. Started June 16 | Registration closed.
Art Educator Workshop: Art and Identity (in partnership with the Minneapolis Institute of Art) (in person) Drawing and Painting The visual arts provide creative entry points for the exploration of identity. From ancient times to now, and around the world, artists have shared stories and images of personal, familial and cultural identities. Through facilitated gallery tours and activities at the Minneapolis Institute of Art followed by art making at MCAD, gain the tools for designing lessons around the topic of identity that support State Standards in the Arts and Social Studies, including Ethnic Studies. Started June 23 | Registration closed.
Art Educator Workshop: Digital Art Methods and Tools (online) Drawing and Painting Illustration and Comic Art Online Classes Explore the creative possibilities of digital art, inspired by traditional approaches and processes, with a special focus on different methods and techniques in Adobe Photoshop. Started June 23 | Registration closed.
Art Educator Workshop: Experimental Drawing and Mixed Media (in person) Drawing and Painting This workshop is geared towards adventurous individuals eager to explore new creative terrain and the art educator who wants to expand the way they think about drawing. Started June 23 | Registration closed.
Building Blocks: The Art of Architecture for ages 6-9 (in person) Youth Classes Step into the role of an architect and create blueprints, schematics, and models for breathtaking buildings. Open to ages 6-9. Started June 23 | Registration closed.
Comic Art Craziness for ages 9-12 (in person) Youth Classes Explore an expanded definition of comic artists to include everything from Egyptian hieroglyphics, to pioneer cartoonist Will Eisner, to autobiographic graphic novelist Raina Telgemeier. Open to ages 9-12. Started June 23 | Registration closed.
Dream Big: Design Thinking and Innovation (Product Design) for ages 9-12 (in person) Youth Classes Put your thinking cap on and become a problem solver in a class that encourages students to explore and innovate in a safe, inviting space. Learn and apply the Design Thinking process to design, develop and effectively prototype a product to solve a real world problem. Open to ages 9-12. Started June 23 | Registration closed.
Sewing 101: Plushies and Creatures for ages 12-15 (in person) Sculpture and Furniture Youth Classes Create soft, squishy, cute and strange plushies. Learn the basics of sewing and turn two-dimensional design into three-dimensional soft sculptures. Open to ages 12-15. Started June 23 | Registration closed.
Printmaking Workshop: Painterly and Pochoir Monotypes (in person) Print, Paper, Bookmaking Monotypes offer the artist the spontaneity of painting combined with the structure and deliberation of printmaking. The process is exciting for everyone from beginners to experienced artists. Started June 27 | Registration closed.
Alternative Photography Workshop: Cyanotype Printing (in person) Photography and Filmmaking Cyanotype, a photographic printing process that results in a cyan-blue print, is the perfect place to start an education in alternative (non-silver) photographic processes. Started June 28 | Registration closed.
Awesome Animations (Stop-Motion Filmmaking) for ages 9-12 (June 30–July 3) (in person) Youth Classes Students create characters, set designs and stories as they learn how to use a variety of materials, clay, paper, everyday objects and their own body, to tell a story. Students are guided through the use of iPads and video editing software to produce animation shorts while exploring frame by frame techniques. Open to ages 9-12. Started June 30 | Registration closed.
Digital Illustration (online) Illustration and Comic Art Online Classes Through projects, discussions, and lectures, acquire a thorough understanding of all aspects of digital illustration. Starts June 30 | $600.00 Open for registration.
Graphic Design I (online) Graphic and Web Design Online Classes Learn the foundational principles and practices of graphic design, including color theory, typography, design history and contemporary applications within the design field. Started June 30 | Registration closed.
Miraculous Mixed Media for ages 6-9 (in person) Youth Classes Learn the expansive and inclusive practice of mixed media that allows young artists to investigate a wide variety of materials to create projects in both 2D and 3D forms. Open to ages 6-9. Started June 30 | Registration closed.
The Art of Weaving: An Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving (in person) Sculpture and Furniture Participate in an accessible and cross-cultural practice that has recently been revived as a contemporary art form. Started June 30 | Registration closed.
Introduction to Graphic Design for ages 15-18 (in person) Graphic and Web Design Youth Classes Explore the major of graphic design through imagery, typography and creating meaning through the manipulation of visual elements. Open to ages 15-18. Started July 1 | Registration closed.
Design in Context (online) Graphic and Web Design Online Classes Because the outlines of the profession continually change, the graphic designer must know how to integrate an understanding of visual literacy with broad-based cultural knowledge. Starts August 25 | $1,485.00 Open for registration. Only 5 seats left.