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High School Dark Room Photography (Ages 14-18)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Unleash your creativity in the world of film photography with our specialized class for high school students. From shooting film to creating unique darkroom prints, explore the art of analog photography in a hands-on environment. Take your photography skills to the next level and dive into the magic of the darkroom!
Experimenting with Acrylic Painting (Ages 12-18)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Embark on a creative journey in Experimenting with Acrylic Painting, tailored for ages 12-18. Delve into the diverse painting styles of renowned artists like Frida Kahlo and Vincent Van Gogh as you master paint application techniques, color mixing, and composition. Gain the foundational skills to kickstart your personal painting practice and unleash your artistic potential.
Intro to Animation on Procreate (Ages 12-17)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Embark on a mesmerizing journey into animation with Intro to Animation on Procreate. Dive into the captivating realm of Procreate Dreams as you learn to breathe life into your artwork through whimsical animations and enchanting GIFs. Whether a novice or seasoned artist, discover the tools and techniques to craft visually stunning stories that ignite the imagination.
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Beginning Drawing (Ages 9-13)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Explore fundamental concepts like line, perspective, and composition while honing observational and imaginative drawing skills. With individualized instruction and a welcoming environment, both new and returning students embark on a journey of creative discovery and skill development.
Youth Intro to Ceramics (Ages 13-17)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Embark on a creative journey in Youth Intro to Ceramics, where ages 13-17 explore both wheel and hand-building techniques. From mastering the fundamentals of creating cylinders and bowls to delving into advanced processes, this course offers a comprehensive introduction to ceramic artistry. Receive personalized guidance and encouragement to explore your unique interests and expand your skills in a supportive environment.
Teens 3-Day Mini Camp
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Have fun in the kitchen over winter break! Young teens ages 12 to 16 will experiment with approachable-yet-sophisticated menus that they'll enjoy re-creating at home for family and friends. Your teen will learn the basics of knife skills, cooking and baking techniques, and organizing prep work. Day One: Italian Holiday Chicken Saltimbocca (Sautéed Chicken with Prosciutto, Provolone and Sage) with Lemon-Caper Sauce Risotto...
Art History Camp (Ages 12-14)
Create works of art inspired by artists and art movements as we explore art throughout history. Get to know a different art movement and medium at the beginning of each day., followed by hands-on art making to utilize visual and tactile learning to build deeper understanding of art history and the artistic process. We will cover art from around 500 BCE to present, and include works from all over the world. Projects include Grecian ceramic vase,...
Mixed Media Camp (Ages 9-14)
Experiment with 2D and 3D media, which may include drawing, painting, assemblage, weaving, sculpture and more! Ideal for campers who are ready to get messy and to express themselves creatively, surveying different media that can be used as a creative outlet. New projects each week; siblings or quarantine buddies are encouraged to take the camp together! In-person camp (with reduced capacity) closely following Restore Illinois guidelines. ...
Teen Cooking: Festive Holiday Baking
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square
Have fun in the kitchen over Thanksgiving break, and learn how to prepare seasonal and festive desserts perfect for this time of year! Young teens ages 12 to 16 will discover new recipes they'll enjoy re-creating at home for family and friends. They will build their confidence in the kitchen and learn approachable-yet-sophisticated baking and pastry techniques, how to work cleanly and stay organized in the kitchen. Menu: Apple Butter Donut...
Game Arts: Design and Programming (Ages 12-14)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Bring your ideas to interactive life with video games! Get grounded in the basics of coding using Scratch, and become familiar with the foundations of game design, all to create your very own simple computer games. Scratch is a free software available online, so students can bring what they learn in class home.
Teen Portrait Class: Trying Out Various Styles
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Use the painting techniques of various well-known artists as a jumping off point for your own work. Develop your acrylic painting skills while learning how various artists stylistically approach portrait painting. For 5 of the classes, we will have a live clothed model. Some of the artists we will look to for inspiration will be include Frida Kahlo, Vincent van Gogh, Chuck Close and Gustav Klimt.
Adventures in Video Making (Ages 13-17)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn essential digital filmmaking skills as well as a range of approaches to what moving images can be. Using digital video cameras, we will learn how to shoot, write, direct, and edit in Adobe Premiere. Students will work in groups and be given the opportunity to explore fictional, documentary and experimental formats.
Create Your Graphic Novel (Ages 12 - 16)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Create your own comic book from start to finish. Learn all the techniques professional cartoonists use to make the graphic novels you love to read. Explore world building, character design, panel layout, inking, and cover design. You will bring your story to life, and complete issue #1 of your own graphic novel!
Contemporary Painting (Ages 12-17)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
In this studio-based class, get introduced to contemporary artists, like German abstract painter Gerhard Richter, and their techniques and then try them yourself! Paint collaboratively, use emulsion transfers and create a stencil for use with spray paint as an introduction to street art.
Digital Photography II Camp (Ages 12-14)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Intended for more experienced photographers (ideally who have taken photography at EAC before). Build your photography skills and add to your confidence. If you have a manual camera, explore analog photography. Learn more advanced Photoshop skills that will make your photos pop. No cameras are provided. Campers will select 5 prints to be printed on EAC’s photo ink jet printers, which will be mailed following the camp. Campers must have access...
Fashion Design Camp (Ages 12-14)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn the basics of fashion design and construction techniques! Campers will repurpose, create sewing patterns, explore surface design, and construct basic garments on the sewing machine. You will complete at least one look throughout the course of the week. Jazz up your existing wardrobe with embellishment creations such as ruffles, fabric florals, patch designs, and add-ons using your own fabric manipulation textures. Top it off with...
Imagining the Masters (Ages 7-13)
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn about a famous artist, studying different techniques, mediums and styles. Use one of their pieces to inspire your own masterpiece! Some topics covered: acrylics, watercolors, drawing, landscape, still-life, abstract art, color, perspective, mixed media, and art history. During some sessions, the class accompanied by the instructor may go to a nearby park to draw from nature or other outdoor surroundings.
Acrylic Figure Painting Studion for High School
This class aims to teach the fundamentals of acrylic figure painting. Through teaching the importance of using foundational techniques such as gesture drawing and awareness of proportions, students will learn ways of developing their figure painting. This is an observational painting class and a live clothed model and photo references will be used.
Teens Cooking: Hands-On Knife Skills
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Learning how to properly use and care for knives is an essential technique cooks of all ages should know. In this hands-on knife skills class designed for teens ages 12-16, our chef will teach the importance of knife care and safety, how to sharpen knives, and how to make chopping efficient, organized and fun. After completing this course, your teens newfound knowledge will give their skills in the kitchen a big boost!
$109.25
Teens Cooking Class: Hands-On Sushi Workshop
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Discover the art of sushi-making in this interactive cooking class designed specifically for teenagers. Join us at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square and learn how to prepare and season sushi rice, handle sushi-grade fish, and use a bamboo rolling mat like a pro. Plus, finish on a sweet note by making our favorite Japanese-inspired cookies!
$143.75
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