Painting and Color

Using watercolor as our medium, students will learn basic color theory while also developing the use of color in their own work. Our lessons will focus on building both formal skills and personal voice, working from observation and experimenting with material processes. Final outcomes: Two portfolio pieces, and one personal “color journal”. 

Instructor: Rebecca Levinson

Printmaking

Students will learn the fundamentals of basic and advanced printmaking working on linoleum block prints one color, and color reduction. Students are expected to have two final projects of linocuts at the end of the session
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Instructor: Javier Carrillo

Drawing

The focus this semester will be on personal visions . We will make sure you have the drawing supplies you need.

Instructor: Dan McCleary / Luis Serrano

Mastering Photography

The class is an opportunity to sharpen photography skills. Whether you are basic, intermediate or advanced photographer, the class offers individualized instruction to take your photography to a different level.

Instructor: Leopoldo Peña

Photo: Shanine J. / Art Division Student

Fundamentals of Music Production

Fundamentals of Music Production will cover the basics of songwriting, arrangement, sampling and mixing using a DAW (digital audio workstation). Students will create their own full length track by the end of the semester.

Instructor: Matías Anaya

Art History

This term will include two related but distinct types of conversation. The first one is the engagement of art and artists from different times, with an emphasis on art with emancipatory/revolutionary knack. The second one is what we’ve called reversed art history, where we focus on the art of one student and establish bridges between their work and artwork from other times and other places.

Instructor: Fabian Cereijido ​

Gallery and Museum Studies

This class will help students learn to curate the new Art Division gallery. Big picture: We will discuss the significance of public art spaces and how to creatively reimagine them in the age of Covid. Nuts and bolts: We will begin planning exhibitions for the new Art Division gallery by creating, installing, and maintaining exhibitions. We will explore how to conceptualize shows, handle artwork, manage finances and administrative duties, write interpretive and promotional materials, track art loans, and organize tours and public events of exhibitions.

Instructor: Catherine Hess

Film Appreciation

In this course, students will learn about different approaches to storytelling through screening a diverse collection of films and participating in group discussion. They we will also engage with film professionals who will share their creative process, industry experiences, and tips for building a career pathway in film.

Instructor: Debra Koffler

COLLEGE & CAREER COUNSELING with ELLIE HERMAN

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This individualized workshop helps students transition from two to four year colleges by assisting with goal-setting practices and the college application process, as well as career counseling with resume writing, professional etiquette, and paid work in the arts.

College and Career Counseling is available to enrolled students by appointment only.

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