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Book Arts

Erasure (Blackout) Poetry Artist Books

In person

Krista Narciso

All Levels

Using old and recycled books, participants will create poems through the process of erasure. Also known as "blackout poetry," this process involves altering books using a combination of drawing, collage, and mixed techniques to cover, change, or add elements. After creating the content, students will deconstruct the books to create new book structures, using the original materials combined with additional paper, cloth, and thread. Book structures explored in this workshop will include the traditional codex, stab binding, accordion books, as well as more sculptural approaches.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/9–10/10

Critique Workshop

In person

Abbie Griffiths

All Levels

Learn how to critically analyze artwork based on technical and contextual factors. Bring one recent piece of artwork for group critique and receive feedback from your fellow community of artists and makers. Abbie Griffiths will facilitate discussions, providing a framework for talking about others' artwork while also giving time for each participant to receive a critique on one piece of work of their choice. Students will learn how to be a supported and supportive member of our artist community, gain insight into how their concepts relate and/or translate to a wider audience, and will be introduced to a broad range of techniques, terms, and ways of thinking about art.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 16+

Dates: 10/13

From Bookshelves to Catwalks: Wearable Papercuts and Artist Books

In person

Beatrice Coron

All Levels

Wear a book! Using historical traditions, this class takes an exciting, modern approach to papercutting. Learn the design principles and methods needed to explore the realm of papercutting design. Participants will adapt creative ideas based on form, content, and materials to a wearable artist book. During the class, students will create paper images, as well as paper tools. Discover the incredible variety of the contemporary papercutting scene and the many possible applications of this art form to other domains. Tips, tricks,and resources will be provided.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/6

Moving Circles: Volvelles

Virtual

Stephanie Wolff

All Levels

Volvelles, sometimes known as wheel charts, are fun to make as cards, personalized gifts, or to include in artist books. These structures have been used in historic books, in promotional materials, and in devices to aid computation. Two or more circles turn to show information through cut out windows. This workshop covers how to create a basic version of a volvelle and discussion of variations and ideas about incorporating content. The focus will be on making models and learning how these function in order to create more complex and finished versions after the workshop. Zoom link will be sent 24 hours prior to the start of the class.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 12/4

Drawing + Painting

Loosen Up with Oil and Acrylic

In person

Souby Boski

Intermediate

Simplify—the more you simplify your painting process, the easier it becomes to concentrate on staying loose. Take color to new, unexpected places by conducting courageous color experiments. Participants will depart from realism using bigger brushes, more paint, and faster gestures. Bring your paintings to the next level with this one-day workshop.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/9

Critique Workshop

In person

Abbie Griffiths

All Levels

Learn how to critically analyze artwork based on technical and contextual factors. Bring one recent piece of artwork for group critique and receive feedback from your fellow community of artists and makers. Abbie Griffiths will facilitate discussions, providing a framework for talking about others' artwork while also giving time for each participant to receive a critique on one piece of work of their choice. Students will learn how to be a supported and supportive member of our artist community, gain insight into how their concepts relate and/or translate to a wider audience, and will be introduced to a broad range of techniques, terms, and ways of thinking about art.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 16+

Dates: 10/13

Paint with Cold Wax

In person

Ruth Sack

All Levels

Demystify the fascinating process of cold wax painting to create uniquely luminous multilayered works. Cold wax painting blends 50% cold wax medium and 50% oil colors, and does not require heat to use. Like encaustic painting, its materiality lends itself to unique mark-making and layering techniques.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/13–11/20

Figure Drawing Fundamentals

In person

Eric March

All Levels

New to figure drawing or need a refresher? Through short demonstrations and individual coaching, students will learn a step-by-step approach to drawing the figure that includes blocking in the basic shapes, checking proportions, and analyzing light and shadow. Some structural concepts will also be discussed, including body symmetry and simple forms. Students will be drawing in pencil or charcoal from a nude model in the studio.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 12/4–12/11

Fiber Arts

Critique Workshop

In person

Abbie Griffiths

All Levels

Learn how to critically analyze artwork based on technical and contextual factors. Bring one recent piece of artwork for group critique and receive feedback from your fellow community of artists and makers. Abbie Griffiths will facilitate discussions, providing a framework for talking about others' artwork while also giving time for each participant to receive a critique on one piece of work of their choice. Students will learn how to be a supported and supportive member of our artist community, gain insight into how their concepts relate and/or translate to a wider audience, and will be introduced to a broad range of techniques, terms, and ways of thinking about art.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 16+

Dates: 10/13

Creating Rose Path Twill Motifs in Weaving

Virtual

Jill Staubitz

Beyond Beginner and Above

Motifs make beautiful borders for hand woven towels, placemats and scarves. Design your very own motif while weaving with rose path twill. Students will examine 4- and 8-shaft rose path’s threading and treadling. Using graph paper and pencils, participants will learn how to design their own motif, as well as create the tie ups necessary to weave it.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 10/19

Photography

Experimental Darkroom Storytelling

In person

Rachel Peet

All Levels

Discover an alternative photography process using your smartphone to develop photographs in the darkroom. Over the course of three weeks, each student will capture a personal story by taking photos on their iPhone or smartphone while listening to music or a podcast of their choice. Then, weave together the realms of digital photography and darkroom fundamentals to make a print in CAW's darkroom. Printed photo essays will allow participants to share meaningful stories and thoughts, while learning to trust and experiment with a new photographic process.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 16+

Dates: 10/2–10/16

Goodbye to Auto: Learning Your Camera’s Creative Modes

Virtual

Ronald Zincone

All Levels

Learn the art and the science of 35mm photography with photographer-scientist Ronald Zincone. Say goodbye to the "auto" mode and hello to two powerful modes, Tv or S and Av or A, to gain creative control of your camera and expand your ability to capture diverse photographic subjects. Learn the basic recipe, known as “the photographer's triangle,” and use it to boost your confidence. Zoom link will be sent 24 hours prior to the start of the class.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 16+

Dates: 10/9

Critique Workshop

In person

Abbie Griffiths

All Levels

Learn how to critically analyze artwork based on technical and contextual factors. Bring one recent piece of artwork for group critique and receive feedback from your fellow community of artists and makers. Abbie Griffiths will facilitate discussions, providing a framework for talking about others' artwork while also giving time for each participant to receive a critique on one piece of work of their choice. Students will learn how to be a supported and supportive member of our artist community, gain insight into how their concepts relate and/or translate to a wider audience, and will be introduced to a broad range of techniques, terms, and ways of thinking about art.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 16+

Dates: 10/13

Pottery

Critique Workshop

In person

Abbie Griffiths

All Levels

Learn how to critically analyze artwork based on technical and contextual factors. Bring one recent piece of artwork for group critique and receive feedback from your fellow community of artists and makers. Abbie Griffiths will facilitate discussions, providing a framework for talking about others' artwork while also giving time for each participant to receive a critique on one piece of work of their choice. Students will learn how to be a supported and supportive member of our artist community, gain insight into how their concepts relate and/or translate to a wider audience, and will be introduced to a broad range of techniques, terms, and ways of thinking about art.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 16+

Dates: 10/13

Printmaking

Critique Workshop

In person

Abbie Griffiths

All Levels

Learn how to critically analyze artwork based on technical and contextual factors. Bring one recent piece of artwork for group critique and receive feedback from your fellow community of artists and makers. Abbie Griffiths will facilitate discussions, providing a framework for talking about others' artwork while also giving time for each participant to receive a critique on one piece of work of their choice. Students will learn how to be a supported and supportive member of our artist community, gain insight into how their concepts relate and/or translate to a wider audience, and will be introduced to a broad range of techniques, terms, and ways of thinking about art.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 16+

Dates: 10/13

Sculpture

Critique Workshop

In person

Abbie Griffiths

All Levels

Learn how to critically analyze artwork based on technical and contextual factors. Bring one recent piece of artwork for group critique and receive feedback from your fellow community of artists and makers. Abbie Griffiths will facilitate discussions, providing a framework for talking about others' artwork while also giving time for each participant to receive a critique on one piece of work of their choice. Students will learn how to be a supported and supportive member of our artist community, gain insight into how their concepts relate and/or translate to a wider audience, and will be introduced to a broad range of techniques, terms, and ways of thinking about art.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 16+

Dates: 10/13

Sculpting Light

In person

David Flynn

All Levels

Delve into the concepts of wattage, voltage, amperes, ohms and how they apply to light. At the end of the workshop, students will have made a DIY LED light bulb that can be used in a lamp socket and an old school pencil light. They will also make an artistic creation using a coin cell holder and an LED. Instructions on how to solder will be included in the workshop.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 11/6

Mosaic Jewelry

In person

Beth Klingher

All Levels

Design and create your own unique mosaic pendant using a variety of glass, stone, ceramic and other materials. Get experience in the skills of precision cutting, artistic laying techniques, and working on a small scale. Get great tips and individual attention as you create a beautiful silverplate mosaic pendant. No prior mosaic or jewelry experience required.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 18+

Dates: 12/4

Young People

Weekend Collage for Kids

In person

Maria Borrelli

All Levels

Combine collage with painting and drawing on different surfaces using a variety of materials and using found objects as artistic tools. Students will explore topics such as texture, color, abstraction and imagery and learn about key collage artists throughout history.

Term: Fall 2021

Suggested Ages: 4 - 6

Dates: 10/23–11/6

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