Teen Classes

Teen classes are designed to build a solid foundation in drawing, color theory, and 3-D design principles. These classes provide a powerful means of expression for the teen experience and supplement their high school art portfolio.

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Ages 13-17

Teen Wheel Throwing
Jeff Hageman
Have you ever seen someone throwing and thought, “I’ve got to try that!” Learn the basic pottery skills of centering, pulling up, shaping, and tooling along with clay preparation and exploring the versatility of throwing tools. Then you’ll be throwing! Wear old clothes and get ready!

SAT (8 wks) 9/20/08-11/15/08 1:00p-3:00p
No class 10/25/08
Studio 3 ECT-1202-29
Members $96 Non-members $120

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Drawing From the Masters
Kalen McKeand
This course will take you back in time to the French tradition where students learned to draw from copying master works. Discover methods used to create classical style and personal expression. Students will sharpen their ability to look and the master’s secrets will be revealed.

WED (12 wks) 9/10/08-11/26/08 4:30p-6:00p
Studio 6 ECT-2001-30
Members $120 Non-members $150

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Constructing an Image II
Courtney Simpson
Bring a 35mm camera and turn snap shots into art photography! Focus on light, composition, and subject matter as it relates to the history of photography as you learn traditional darkroom processes! Students will enjoy a presentation about the history of photography. A few cameras are available on loan but must be reserved upon registration.

SAT (8 wks) 9/20/08-11/22/08 11:00a-1:00p
No class 9/27//08 & 10/25/08
Studio 7 ECT-2201-31
Members $96 Non-members $120

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Manga Madness
Erin Rehil
Do you love Japanese comics and cartoons? This twelve-week course will show you how to design your own set of manga characters, then tell their story in a dynamic and compelling manga panel! Learn about proportions, facial expressions, storytelling and more! Whether you are a beginner or a total otaku, you will have a blast in this class.

TUE (12 wks) 9/16/08-12/02/08 6:30p-8:30p
Studio 5 ECT-2102-32
Members $144 Non-members $180

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Teen Impressions: Drawing from Observation
J. Deacon Stone
Students will learn to draw not just from sight, but from the senses! Learn to enjoy the simplicity of line, then incorporate contour, texture, value, and composition using graphite, charcoal, colored pencil, and totally non-traditional materials! In this mind-expanding class, we’ll have projects to build skill for beginners, as well as intrigue the more practiced young artist.

MON (8 wks) 9/20/08-11/10/08 7:00p-9:00p
Studio 7 ECT-2901-33
Members $96 Non-members $120

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Fashion Illustration
Rebekah Mikkelson
Fashion designers turn concepts into drawings for the world to see. Explore fashion illustration! Use graphite, pastel, marker, and watercolor and draw inspiration from design, history and nature. Learn the basics of clothed figure drawing and try your hand at drawing active poses from photographs and life.

SAT (8 wks) 9/20/08-11/15/08 1:00p-3:00p
No class 10/25/08
Studio 5 ECT-3001-34
Members $96 Non-members $120

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Flint Institute of Arts1120 E. Kearsley StreetFlint MI 48503810.234.1695
24-hour FIA information line: 810.234.1695