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Youth Courses
AGES 9–12
Virtual: Fundamentals of Colored Pencil
Instructor: Jantzen Peake Bring a whole new light into your art with vibrant color while learning colored pencil, color theory, and color blending techniques that will advance your way of thinking in color. We will explore the illusion of depth, light, texture, and much more. This course includes live Zoom sessions and prerecorded content. Supply list online. VY6 $150 (Members $135) Thu 6-wks 12/3–1/21 4:15–5:45 p.m. MT No class 12/24 & 12/31, Winter Break
Instructor: Jantzen Peake This virtual course is a fun and inspiring way to bring your creative vision to life through acrylic painting. Discover different painting techniques by experimenting with various acrylic mediums, wet on wet and dry brush techniques, color mixing, and color blending to bring your acrylic painting skills to the next level. Not only will you learn from the instructor, but you will also learn from fellow students in this supportive acrylic painting course. This course includes live Zoom sessions. Supply list online. VY7 $140 (Members $125) Mon 6-wks 12/7–1/25 4:30–6 p.m. MT No class 12/21 & 12/28, Winter Break
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DID YOU KNOW BEMIS SCHOOL OF ART OFFERS SCHOLARSHIPS?
Bemis offers limited full and partial scholarships to youth and adult students with demonstrated financial need. Some limitations apply. For more information, contact us at (719) 475-2444 or bemis@coloradocollege.edu.
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AGES 6–18
Artivism Colorado
Artivism Colorado serves as the intersection of art and activism, teaching young artists to think like activists and to share their messages through art. Participants will be taught to use their creativity to raise awareness, mobilize, and inspire others. Bemis has joined with Artivism Colorado because we believe it is important to teach our children to be critical thinkers who possess the power to think outside the box and have compassion for all of creation. The goal is not to influence any political opinions, but to create strong individuals who are key players in their future. With Artivism, young people are encouraged to explore art ideas that evoke emotions while investigating human, civil, animal, and environmental rights to produce change. They are emboldened to discover their passions and find their voice in society. Follow Artivism Colorado on Facebook
About the Instructor
Lisa Villanueva, Founder, Artivism Colorado “Originally from Chicago, I am an eclectic urban and Afrocentric artist. I work with many mediums, specializing in clay sculptures and the renovation of leather. An educator and youth and community activist by trade, I desire to uplift our future youth leaders through the arts. I designed a curriculum that fuses art and activism called Artivism. Intrigued by people I see on the street, I am excited to recreate the experience I had with them into a piece of art. You might see them in a friend, family member, or a colleague. Nevertheless, they are people you see daily whose beings connect with my spirit and ask that I tell their stories through my art. Look deep, and you too might see who I see, feel the misfortune, humility, pride, and distinction they made me feel. Their voices speak through me and I tell their stories.” Lisa partners with Bemis School of Art and various community art organizations to facilitate Artivism Colorado. She is also the author of a K-12 curriculum that she facilitates with her primary students.
Virtual: Artivism
Instructor: Lisa Villanueva Artivism enables and encourages young people to explore art ideas that evoke emotions while discovering the legalities and inconsistencies we have in human, civil, animal, and environmental rights. We strive to empower our students to discover their passions and find their voice in society. We will produce art for social change and learn what Artivism can do to change hearts and minds. This course includes live Zoom sessions and live Zoom studio hours. Supply list and kit pickup information online.
AGES 6-9
VY1 $65 (Members $50) Sat 1-day 2/6 Virtual Class: 1–2:30 p.m. MT Virtual Studio: 2:30–3 p.m. MT
AGES 9-12
VY2 $65 (Members $50) Sat 1-day 2/13 Virtual Class: 1–2:30 p.m. MT Virtual Studio: 2:30–3 p.m. MT VY3 $100 (Members $85) Tue/Thu/Sat 3-days 1/19, 1/21, 1/23 Virtual Class: 5–6 p.m. MT Virtual Studio: 6–6:30 p.m. MT
AGES 12-16
VY4 $65 (Members $50) Virtual Studio: 2:30–3 p.m. MT
Sat 1-day 2/20
AGES 16-18
Sat 1-day 2/27 Virtual Class: 1–2:30 p.m. MT
VY5 $65 (Members $50)
Virtual Class: 1–2:30 p.m. MT Virtual Studio: 2:30–3 p.m. MT
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AGES 12–16
Virtual: Fundamentals of Drawing
Instructor: Jantzen Peake Whether you want to improve your drawing skills or gain new ones, this virtual class is for you. Learn how to build a solid foundation in drawing. Delve into mark-making, perspective, gradient scale, color theory, and more with a friendly group of students learning and practicing together. This course includes live Zoom sessions. Supply list online. VY8 $140 (Members $125) Wed 6-wks 12/2–1/20 4:15–5:45 p.m. MT No class 12/23 & 12/30, Winter Break
Instructor: Jantzen Peake This virtual course is a fun and inspiring way to bring your creative vision to life through acrylic painting. Discover different painting techniques by experimenting with various acrylic mediums, wet on wet and dry brush techniques, color mixing, and color blending to bring your acrylic painting skills to the next level. Not only will you learn from the instructor, but you will also learn from fellow students in this supportive acrylic painting course. This virtual course includes live Zoom sessions. Supply list online. VY9 $140 (Members $125) Mon 6-wks 12/7–1/25 6:30–8 p.m. MT No class 12/21 & 12/28, Winter Break
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LEARN NEW SKILLS & TECHNIQUES FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR HOME
“My child was initially hesitant but ended up having a great time and learned some new art skills. All my children have taken classes at Bemis and we were excited to see that a remote class was offered.” –Parent of Bemis School of Art Student
Virtual: Let’s Leather Together
Instructor: Lisa Villanueva Let’s leather together! Join us as we learn the fundamental skills you need to start working with leather. In this class you’ll be introduced to leatherworking techniques, tools, materials, and how to apply paint designs. We start with the basics and use our skills to create earrings, accessories, and more! This virtual course includes live Zoom class sessions and live Zoom studio hours. Supply list and kit pickup information online. VY10 $150 (Members $135) Tue/Wed/Thu 3-days 1/12–1/14 Virtual Class: 4–5:30 p.m. MT Virtual Studio: 5:30–6 p.m. MT
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Virtual: Experimental Printmaking
Instructor: Jasmine Dillavou In this virtual workshop, we will explore experimental printmaking techniques. We will work with non-traditional materials and employ unconventional tools like cardboard, fruits, natural botanicals, and more. You’ll learn about twenty separate ways to print and make three of your own unique art pieces. Receive your own printmaking guides and prerecorded how-to videos to access after the workshop as well! This workshop includes live Zoom class sessions, live Zoom studio hours, and prerecorded content. Supply list online. VY11 $75 (Members $60) Sat 1-day 1/16 Virtual Class: 5–7 p.m. MT Virtual Studio: 7–7:45 p.m. MT
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STUDENTS 16–ADULT
Check out the adult course section for additional choices in painting, drawing, ceramics, and more.
