Portfolio Prep: Drawing for Art School Applications (Section 1) (in person) Drawing and Painting Portfolio Preparation Pre-college Portfolio Preparation ages 15–18 Teens 15-18 This studio drawing class is designed to help students understand the components of the art school application portfolio, with a focus on observational drawing. Starts June 10 | $248.00 Open for registration.
Pre-College Studio Intensive: Painting (in person) Drawing and Painting Teens 15-18 In this weeklong intensive, high school students focus on the studio practice of painting. Starts June 10 | $528.00 Open for registration.
Video Game Fundamentals (Section 1) (in person) Game Design Learn the fundamentals of game design while adding concepts and characters to make a one of a kind video game. Starts June 10 | $240.00 Open for registration.
Alternative Photography: The World of Images (in person) Photography and Filmmaking In this class students experiment with alternative techniques such as cyanotypes, photograms, and pinhole cameras. Starts June 17 | $227.00 Open for registration.
Fabric Design and Hand Sewing Techniques with the Textile Center (in person) Textile pattern design is a fun way to experiment with color, pattern, printmaking, fabric dying and other forms of embellishment. This class will meet at the Textile Center on Tuesday for an experience utilizing their fabulous dye lab. Starts June 17 | $257.00 Open for registration. Only 4 seats left.
Joy and Magic of Color (Painting and Mixed Media) (in person) Drawing and Painting 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. Ages 9–12 Starts June 17 | $300.00 Waitlisted.
Paper and Pop-Ups! (Paper Sculptures) (in person) Sculpture and Furniture Clip and snip, crease and curl, mix and match, stick and attach! In this class, students exercise their imaginations and explore fun and fanciful 3-D paper collage techniques. Ages 6–9 Starts June 17 | $300.00 Waitlisted.
Pre-College Studio Intensive: Graphic Design (in person) Graphic and Web Design Teens 15-18 In this 4 day intensive, high school students explore the major of graphic design. Starts June 17 | $424.00 Open for registration.
Something Sketchy! (Drawing) (in person) Drawing and Painting Explore various styles and techniques of drawing beginning with the fundamentals of art elements most notable in drawing such as line, value, shape and form. Ages 9–12 Starts June 17 | $300.00 Waitlisted.
Art Educator Workshop: Contemporary Painting Methods (in person) Art Educator Workshops Drawing and Painting This workshop is designed for art educators that are looking to step deeper into the painting process and venture into a naturalistic way of painting, while acquiring curriculum ideas for the classroom. Starts June 24 | $355.00 Open for registration.
Art Educator Workshop: Digital and Darkroom Photography (in person) Art Educator Workshops Photography and Filmmaking This workshop focuses on the creative possibilities of photography, including traditional and non-traditional methods. Starts June 24 | $390.00 Open for registration.
Art Educator Workshop: Digital Art Methods and Tools (online) Art Educator Workshops Drawing and Painting Illustration and Comic Art Online Classes This workshop explores the creative possibilities of digital art, inspired by traditional approaches and processes, with a focus on different methods and techniques in Adobe Photoshop. For success in this class, students should have a set up that includes a computer with a graphic tablet, a drawing tablet, or a drawing monitor and stylus or sensitive pen. Starts June 24 | $350.00 Open for registration.
Art Educator Workshop: Experimental Drawing and Mixed Media (in person) Art Educator Workshops 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. Starts June 24 | $375.00 Open for registration.
Art Educator Workshop: Printmaking Exploration (in person) Art Educator Workshops Print, Paper, Bookmaking Produce prints in MCAD's beautiful and expansive printmaking studio while devoting studio time to technical investigation and personal exploration. Starts June 24 | $440.00 Open for registration.
Awe Inspiring Art Books (Bookmaking and Printmaking) (in person) Print, Paper, Bookmaking In this class focused on handmade books, explore traditional and non-traditional book forms. Create books that pop out and up, become stage sets, hold treasures, are wearable, and so many more. Ages 9–12 Starts June 24 | $375.00 Open for registration. Only 3 seats left.
Carnival of Cats (2D and 3D Art inspired by Felines) (in person) If you love cats, this camp is pawsitively purrfect! Inspiration for our creations comes from famous artists such as Theophile Steinlen, Andy Warhol, Wanda Gag, Paul Klee, from Oaxacan wood carvings, and a trip to the Minneapolis Institute of Art to see works that feature felines. Ages 6–9 Starts June 24 | $375.00 Waitlisted.
Drawing Fundamentals (Section 1) (in person) Drawing and Painting Have fun while learning the challenging skill of drawing from observation in this one-week course! Starts June 24 | $240.00 Open for registration. Only 5 seats left.
From Bugs to Butterflies: The Art of Entomology (in person) Dive into the world of insects! Create distinctive, colorful, and engaging bugs, beetles, and butterflies through drawing, painting, collage, printmaking and sculpture. Learn how naturalists and artists showcase insects and create an enchanting collection of creepy crawlers and beautiful bugs. Ages 9–12 Starts June 24 | $375.00 Open for registration.
Pre-College Studio Intensive: Comic Art (in person) Illustration and Comic Art Teens 15-18 In this week-long intensive, high school students explore the major of comic art. Starts June 24 | $450.00 Open for registration.
Pre-College Studio Intensive: Illustration (in person) Illustration and Comic Art Teens 15-18 In this week-long intensive, high school students explore the major of illustration. Starts June 24 | $450.00 Open for registration.
Art Educator Workshop: Contemporary Painting Methods (online) Art Educator Workshops Drawing and Painting Online Classes This workshop is designed for art educators that are looking to step deeper into the painting process and venture into a naturalistic way of painting, while acquiring curriculum ideas for the classroom. Starts July 8 | $350.00 Open for registration.
Art Educator Workshop: Experimental Drawing and Mixed Media (online) Art Educator Workshops Drawing and Painting Online Classes 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 and mixed media. Starts July 8 | $350.00 Open for registration.
Awesome Animations (Stop-Motion Filmmaking) (in person) Animation 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. Ages 9–12 Starts July 8 | $375.00 Waitlisted.
Comic Book Creation 1 (in person) Illustration and Comic Art Explore the expansive and diverse world of comic book stories and drawing styles while learning the fundamental aspects of comic book creation and design. Starts July 8 | $240.00 Open for registration.
Portfolio Prep: Drawing for Art School Applications (Section 2) (in person) Drawing and Painting Portfolio Preparation Pre-college Portfolio Preparation ages 15–18 Teens 15-18 This studio drawing class is designed to help students understand the components of the art school application portfolio, with focus on observational drawing. Starts July 8 | $248.00 Open for registration.
The Art of Storytelling: Comic Books (in person) Illustration and Comic Art Cats in capes, space girls and pandas with powers; comics allow a kid'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. Ages 6–9 Starts July 8 | $375.00 Waitlisted.
The Fascinating World of Me! (Portraits) (Section 1) (in person) Drawing and Painting Explore the world of self portraits with a character twist! Using a unique theme each day, students imagine themselves a pirate aboard Blackbeard's ship, living among the royals, and hopping into the fantastic world of cartoons! Ages 6–9 Starts July 8 | $200.00 Open for registration.
The Fascinating World of Me! (Portraits) (Section 2) (in person) Drawing and Painting Explore the world of self portraits with a character twist! Using a unique theme each day, students imagine themselves a pirate aboard Blackbeard's ship, living among the royals, and hopping into the fantastic world of cartoons! Ages 6–9 Starts July 8 | $200.00 Open for registration.
Comic Art Craziness (in person) Illustration and Comic Art Explore an expanded definition of comic artists to include everything from Egyptian hieroglyphics, to 19th century cartoonist Rodolphe Topffer, to Hilda Terry, a pioneering female comic artist. Ages 9–12 Starts July 15 | $375.00 Waitlisted.
Introduction to Painting (Section 1) (in person) Drawing and Painting This class provides a fun and exciting path to understanding the basic concepts, techniques, and materials used in contemporary acrylic painting. Starts July 15 | $245.00 Open for registration.
Introduction to Stop-Motion Animation (in person) Animation 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. Starts July 15 | $255.00 Open for registration. Only 3 seats left.
Let’s Paint! Vibrant Colors and Fantastic Experiments (in person) Drawing and Painting Painting is a tool for experimentation, expressionism and exploration in art by letting the processes guide the fun and creativity. In this class explore painting techniques, color theory, shapes and textures, while pushing the boundaries through discovery and questioning. Ages 6–9 Starts July 15 | $375.00 Waitlisted.
Minnesota Nature Through Mixed Media (in person) Drawing and Painting 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. Ages 6–9 Starts July 15 | $375.00 Open for registration.
A Tiny World: Terrarium Dioramas (Nature Inspired Art) (in person) 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 22 | $375.00 Open for registration. Only 2 seats left.
Drawing Extravaganza! (in person) Drawing and Painting Explore a variety of drawing materials and drawing styles - from marker doodles to watercolor landscape sketches - in this class that celebrates all kinds of mark-making. Ages 6–9 Starts July 22 | $375.00 Open for registration.
Drawing Fundamentals (Section 2) (in person) Drawing and Painting Have fun while learning the challenging skill of drawing from observation in this one-week course! Starts July 22 | $240.00 Open for registration. Only 2 seats left.
Kardboard Kingdom: The Magic of Medieval Art (in person) Sculpture and Furniture Hear ye hear ye! Explore the art and fantasy of medieval times with art projects that draw from the worlds of castles, knights, kings, queens, jousts, and more. Ages 9–12 Starts July 22 | $375.00 Open for registration.
Video Game Fundamentals (Section 2) (in person) Video Game Design Learn the fundamentals of game design while adding concepts and characters to make a one of a kind video game. Starts July 22 | $240.00 Open for registration.
Dream Big: Design Thinking and Innovation (Product Design) (in person) Product Design 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. Ages 9–12 Starts July 29 | $375.00 Waitlisted.
Introduction to Painting (Section 2) (in person) Drawing and Painting This class provides a fun and exciting path to understanding the basic concepts, techniques, and materials used in contemporary acrylic painting. Starts July 29 | $245.00 Open for registration.
Portfolio Prep: Drawing for Art School Applications (Section 3) (in person) Drawing and Painting Portfolio Preparation Pre-college Portfolio Preparation ages 15–18 Teens 15-18 This studio drawing class is designed to help students understand the components of the art school application portfolio, with focus on observational drawing. Starts July 29 | $200.00 Open for registration.
Pre-College Studio Intensive: Hand-Drawn Animation (in person) Animation Teens 15-18 In this weeklong intensive, high school students explore the animation major. Starts July 29 | $480.00 Open for registration.
Put A Bird On It! (Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, and Collage) U of MN Raptor Center Partnership (in person) Drawing and Painting Print, Paper, Bookmaking Studio Kids is very excited to be partnering with the University of Minnesota’s Raptor Center this week! Each day of the week an Interpretive Naturalist from the Raptor Center introduces students to one or two raptors to observe, learn about, and draw. Ages 9–12 Starts July 29 | $430.00 Open for registration.
The Colorful World of Raptors! (Color Exploration) U of MN Raptor Center Partnership (in person) Drawing and Painting Studio Kids is very excited to be partnering with the University of Minnesota’s Raptor Center this week! Each day of the week an Interpretive Naturalist from the Raptor Center introduces students to one or two raptors to observe, learn about, and draw. Ages 6–9 Starts July 29 | $430.00 Waitlisted.
Figure Drawing Co-op Semester Pass: SUNDAYS (in person) 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. Ages 16+ Started February 4 | Registration closed.
Figure Drawing Co-op Semester Pass: SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS (in person) 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. Ages 16+ Started February 4 | Registration closed.
Figure Drawing Co-op Semester Pass: MONDAYS (in person) 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. Ages 16+ Started February 5 | Registration closed.