Variety of teen classes for ages 13 thru 18 years of age. Unless otherwise noted, teens age 16 and above may register in adult classes.

TUESDAYS

Portfolio Workshop
Ages: 15-18
This class is for art focused teens who plan on going further in the arts after high school, and are looking to build strong body of two-dimensional artwork. An artist’s portfolio, usually consists of a Concentration and a Breadth. A concentration is several pieces of artwork that are created with one specific media, technique, style, or theme to them; where as a Breadth is fewer pieces that show off an artist’s variety of skills in different medias and techniques in any style or theme. The main goal of this workshop is for each student to create and finish a concentrated body of work. The Breadth section will be touched upon, but not focused on as greatly as the artist’s concentration. The two hour class, twice a week will give students plenty of time not only to put together a strong and organized portfolio, but also have time to participate in group critiques. These critiques help the young artist learn how to talk about their artwork, express their feelings, give advice to other artists, and importantly begin to think about ideas of art on more conceptual levels. Advanced Placement Art Portfolio assistance will also be offered if any student is interested in the program. Room: J
Instructors: Nickole Maurstad & Chelsea Schryver
Day/Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7-9pm
Fee: $175 (Mem. $160)

WEDNESDAYS
Teen Theater
Ages: 13-18
Teens will collaborate on an end of semester performance while learning acting skills such as projection, expression, improvisation and scene work. Build your public speaking skills in a creative, fun way in this exciting class! Room: Theater.
Instructor: Brandi Jeter
Course #: T-1
Day/Time: Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm
Session 1: Sept. 17 – Nov. 5
Session II: Nov. 19 – Jan. 21
Fee: $120 (Mem. $105)

Intro to Surface Design
Ages: 15-18
This class is for young artists interested in experimenting with fabric and techniques for altering surface. We will work with dyes, natural staining processes, and hand printing; as well as traditional applications and contemporary concepts. This class will offer instruction and studio time in order to complete one finished work and a book of samples. Room J
Instructor: Nickole Maurstad
Day/Time: Wednesdays, 7-9pm
Fee: $120 (Mem. $105)

Intro to Metalsmithing
Ages 13 and up, Beginner Level
This class will cover basic metalsmithing techniques. Sawing, filing, drilling, surface treatments, cold connection and soldering will be covered. The history of metalsmithing and the new philosophy of craft as high art will be integrated into demos and critiques.Tools will be provided. Material lists (metal, etc.) will be distributed at the first class. Room: E
Instructor: Jennifer Herman
Day/Time: Wednesdays, 7-10pm
Fee: $150.00 Lab Fee: $50.00

SATURDAYS

Zines, Sketchbooks & Public Art
Ages 14-18
To create a more beautiful world for all people. This class is for young adventurous artists seeking an opportunity to create positive change in our city. We will complete one self-published (maga)zine, a poster series for public viewing, and discuss other forms of public art and some of its history. We will also keep a sketchbook to record ideas, influences, and stimulate discussions. Room: A
Instructor: Nickole Maurstad
Day/Time: Saturdays, 1-3pm
Fee: $120 ($105)

Seeing Life as an Artist
Ages 13-15
Seeing Life as an Artist is a drawing class for both the beginner and the advanced. It is a class that will carry out a number of exercises to help any level artist grow in their drawing skills. The weekly two hour period will be made up of learning exercises and long drawing sessions. Still life, figure, and portraiture will be addressed. Different drawing mediums such as pencil, charcoal, pastel, and ink will be introduced; as well as different drawing styles using these various mediums. From week to week students will practice translating what they see three-dimensionally with their eyes to a two-dimensional surface. By the end of the eight week program students will have a variety of finished drawings and an improved sense of seeing what’s around them in a way that only an artist can. Room: I
Instructor: Chelsea Schryver
Day/Time: Saturdays, 1-3pm
Fee $120 (Mem. $105)

SUNDAYS

Book Arts
Ages 15-18
Book Artists are concerned with producing an art piece rather than an edition. This class is aimed to teach how to make traditional book structures, as well as metaphoric or sculptural constructions. Ideas of text and picture will be experimented with. Students will learn mixed media, collage. and printmaking techniques, as well as three different book bindings. The class will work together to create a collaborative book that will be traditional in format, but contemporary in context. At the end of the eight weeks, the intent is for students to appreciate the art form of the book. Room: A
Instructor: Chelsea Schryver
Day/Time: Sundays, 1-3pm
Fee: $120 (Mem. $105)

Monster Sewing for Teens Workshop
Room: I
Instructor: Diana Trout
Course #:
Day: Saturday, December 13
Time: 10am-12pm
Fee: $75 ($55)