RISD Continuing Education Spring 2020 by Rhode Island School of Design

Creative experiences for adults, teens and kids.

RISD for Art History Film and Video Illustration Sculpture Surface Design Everyone Continuing Education Spring 2020 Register online at ce.risd.edu/spring20

This spring, find your new beginning. Explore more than 150 creative outlets for every age and stage of life:

5 new Art History courses 4 new Animation + Video courses 3 new Teen courses 2 new Illustration courses 1 new you 2

SPRING 2020 CALENDAR

Perfect timing Whether you have three hours, a weekend, or six or twelve weeks, explore your interest in fine art, craft and design with a spring course that fits your schedule. Our offerings are designed especially for people with busy schedules and active lives.

Registration opens

January 31 Spring scholarship application deadline

February 24 Spring term begins

April 11–17 Spring Break; most classes on break

April 13–17 and April 20–24

May 24

Weekend Workshops

Weekday Daytime Courses

January 13

Weeknight Courses

Vacation Camps + One-Day Workshops for Young Artists

Young Artist Spring Vacation Camps

Spring term ends

June 2 Certificate Graduation

Wherever you are Most CE courses are hosted at the RISD Campus in Providence. We now offer additional courses at the Westerly Education Center, an easy commute for students in southern Rhode Island or eastern Connecticut. Select daytime classes are available at RISDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s waterfront satellite campus Tillinghast Place, a picturesque natural environment for artmaking.

FIND YOUR COURSES

Tillinghast Place, Barrington Adult Classes Drawing: Introduction p. 12 Drawing II p. 13 Experimental Landscape: Mixed Media p. 19 Watercolor I p. 23 Drawing + Painting: Pursuit of an Abstract Language p. 25 Photographing Interiors: Capturing a Sense of Place p. 26 Landscape Photography: Spring Rebirth p. 27 Young Artist Classes Here Comes the Sun p. 36 (School Vacation Camp)

Westerly Education Center Adult Classes Drawing I p. 8 Applied Color p. 8 Fashion Illustration: Introduction p. 10 Drawing: Technique Intensive p. 13 Adobe Photoshop p. 13 Adobe Illustrator p. 13 Adobe InDesign p. 13 Graphic Design: Introduction p. 14 Woodworking p. 17 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Book Illustration: Image + Text p. 18 Interior Design: Introduction p. 20 Interior Design: Introduction II p. 20 Acrylic Painting: Technique Intensive p. 23 Egg Tempera Painting p. 23 Photography: Introduction p. 26 iPhone Photography Workshop p. 27

View full course descriptions and register online at ce.risd.edu/spring20

Connect with others and escape your usual routines.

ADULTS

YOUNG ARTISTS

Certificate Program Overview

Foundation Studies

Animation and Video

Apparel, Fashion, and Textile Design

Book and Paper Arts

Drawing

Digital Design Tools

Graphic Design

Web and Interactive Design

Product Design

Furniture, Woodworking, and Sculpture

Illustration

Interior Design

Jewelry and Metal Arts

Painting

Printmaking

Photography

Art History and Appreciation

Teen Certificate Program Overview

Ages 13–17

Ages 9–12

Ages 6–8

Certificate Programs With no entry requirements, RISD CE certificate programs allow you to learn with motivated peers to develop your portfolio, broaden existing skills, explore a new career path or life pursuit, or start your own businessâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and build the network that will help you do it.

61%

of graduates found a job related to their certificate within 6 months of completion*

Although courses in this brochure may be taken for personal or professional enrichment, many may also be taken as part of a certificate program. Non-credit certificates have flexible schedules and provide studio-based learning that is current, relevant and integrally connected to creative sector development. Complete program information, certificate program guides, sample schedules and policies: ce.risd.edu/certificates

30%

of graduates changed careers because of classes taken in a certificate program*

Animation

p. 9

Graphic Design

p. 14

Interactive Design

p. 15

Interior Design

p. 20

Jewelry + Light Metals

p. 22

Natural Science Illustration

p. 19

Painting Studies

p. 25

Photography

p. 27

Product Development + Manufacturing

p. 16

Required Course Elective * Survey of RISD Continuing Education certificate graduates, 2009â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2018

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Foundation Studies Design John Gonzalez, Suzette Cozzens Design is the discipline underlying all forms of visual expression. Using the elements of line, shape, pattern, value, texture, color and space, you’ll engage with problems of visual organization (composition). Applies to: AN-R, GR-R, ID-R, IT-R , JM-R , NS-R , PG-R , PM-R , PS-R Wed, Feb 26–May 20, 7–10 pm Thu, Feb 27–May 21, 7–10 pm 12 sessions, $525

Drawing I Jacob Cullers, Taleen Batalian, Michael Peery

Applied Color

Digital Design Techniques

Karen Triedman, Suzette Cozzens, Elizabeth Gourlay

Bryan Rodrigues

Learn how to bridge the gap between color theory and practice by distilling color mechanics into workable studies using collage and paint. Applies to: AN-R, GR-R, ID-R, IT-R , NS-R , PG-R , PM-R , PS-R

Explore the relationship between imaging, coding, text, animation and video in this digital media course for the novice or intermediate user wanting an understanding of computer-based workflow. Applies to: AN-R, GR-R, ID-R, IT-R, JM-R , NS-R , PG-R , PM-R , PS-R

Drawing is central to every artist’s and designer’s practice. Working from still life, landscape, architecture and the human form, lessons of line, value, spatial systems and composition are reinforced. Note: This course uses nude models. Applies to: AN-R, GR-R, ID-R, IT-R, JM-R , NS-R , PG-R , PM-R , PS-R RISD Campus: Mon, Feb 24–May 18, 7–10 pm

RISD Campus: Wed, Feb 26–Apr 1, 7–10 pm

Mon, Feb 24–May 18, 6:30–9:30 pm

Mon, Feb 24–May 18, 7–10 pm

Tue, Apr 7–May 19, 6:30–9:30 pm

Tue, Feb 25–May 19, 6:30–9:30 pm

Wed, Mar 4–May 27, 7–10 pm

Tue, Apr 7–May 19, 7–10 pm

Wed, Feb 26–May 20, 9 am–noon

Westerly Education Center:

Sat, Feb 29–May 23, 9 am–noon

Westerly Education Center:

12 sessions, $625

Thu, Feb 27–May 21, 6:30–9:30 pm

Tue, Apr 7–May 19, 1–4 pm 12 sessions, $525 6 sessions, $365

MORE COURSES FOR BEGINNERS

Not an Artist? p. 12

Drawing: Introduction p. 12

Watercolor: Introduction p. 23

Not a Designer? p. 12

Sewing 101 p. 10

Oil Painting: Introduction p. 23

Animation and Video NEW

Animation I: Ideas into Motion

Guided Projects for the Moving Image

Christian Larrave

Carissa Abitabilo

Gain an understanding of the underlying elements (keyframes, fields, level) and principles (cycles, sync, timing) specific to 2D animation, as well as workflow best practices. Applies to: AN-R, GR-E , IT-E , NS-E Prerequisite: Animation: Introduction

From score and end credits to distribution and presentation options, take on a self-directed project (short narrative, documentary, animated work or 3D modeled piece) in this production studio class. Applies to: AN-R Prerequisite: Animation ll: Narrative or equivalent experience

Todd Free

Wed, Feb 26–May 20, 6:30–9:30 pm

Thu, Feb 27–May 21, 6:30–9:30 pm

12 sessions, $625

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Video Techniques I

Video Techniques II

Todd Free

Achieve technical competency in operating a video camera and using software for editing, plus learn how to color grade footage and edit and mix audio for your videos. Applies to: AN-E , IT-E

Expanding upon your instruction in Video Techniques I, learn more advanced shooting and editing techniques. You’ll also explore in more depth the principles and concepts of cinematography and film editing. Applies to: AN-E , IT-E Prerequisite: Video Techniques I

VFX Generalist: Introduction to Motion Picture Visual Effects

Learn principles, techniques and software used by 3D generalists and Hollywood VFX production studios, and gain skills in 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, rendering, camera tracking and compositing. Applies to: AN-E , IT-E

Thu, Feb 27–May 21, 6:30–9:30 pm 12 sessions, $625

Adobe After Effects Carissa Abitabilo After Effects is to video and film what Photoshop is to photography. Learn to master this software used by professionals in the film and video industries for generating visual effects and motion graphics. Applies to: AN-R, GR-E , IT-E , PG-E Prerequisite: Digital Design Techniques

Fri, Feb 28–Apr 3, 6:30–9:30 pm Thu, Feb 27–May 21, 6:30–9:30 pm 12 sessions, $625

6 sessions, $425 Fri, Apr 10–May 22, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $425

NEW

Claymation: Introduction Carissa Abitabilo

ANIMATION CERTIFICATE Learn the technique of claymation—a form of stop-motion animation in which objects and/ or characters are sculpted from malleable and easy-to-use clay and photographed, step by step, to give the illusion of motion. Applies to: AN-E RISD Campus:

Embedded within film, documentary, viral video and interactive content, animation is one of the most visually captivating storytelling mediums available to us today. This certificate blends technical instruction in 3D modeling and animation, digital illustration, non-linear editing and sound design. Through projects and visual exercises, you will develop an online portfolio—enabling you to confidently pursue a career in gaming, simulation, special effects, filmmaking, digital engagement or graphic design. Learn more: ce.risd.edu/certificates

Sat, Apr 11–May 23, 9 am–noon 6 sessions, $425

Apparel, Fashion, and Textile Design Fashion Illustration: Introduction

Needle Felting: Jewelry + Small Wearables

Christina Savas

Andrew Xenos

Realizing fashion ideas starts with fashion drawing skills. Get an introduction to the nine head fashion figure, learn to capture movement with gesture drawings, and practice flat sketching techniques.

Create contemporary, wearable, sculptural needle-felted forms using a special barbed needle tool that entwines wool fibers and allows you to create soft, colorful and lightweight jewelry and sculptures.

Westerly Education Center:

Sat + Sun, Mar 21 + 22, 10 am–4 pm

Wed, Apr 8–May 20, 5:30–8:30 pm

2 sessions, $275

6 sessions, $365

Hand-Dyed Yarn + Knitting Sewing 101

Cathy Wilkerson

Anne Finelli Get familiar with your sewing machine while reviewing equipment, needle position and stitches. Projects could include a pillow, apron or tote bag, pull-on pants/ skirt, shirt/blouse, and garment with zipper.

Surface Design: Introduction Katy Dika

Discover how to dye your own yarn, experimenting with a variety of fibers and dye methods. Then hand knit a simple project of a hat, mittens, scarf or hand warmers. Applies to: PM-E

Discover how to create patterns, simulate textures and put them into repeats while experimenting with colorways. You’ll also be introduced to digital tools that facilitate the process of surface design.

Tue, Feb 25–Mar 31, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $365

Thu, Feb 27–Apr 2, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $365

Wed, Feb 26–May 20, 6:30–9:30 pm 12 sessions, $525

Handloom Weaving: Lace Weaves NEW

Sewing Studio: Working with Patterns + Making Garments Anne Finelli Receive guidance as you work with patterns to complete garments of your choice—from interpreting back-of-pattern information and making alterations to deciphering directions and sewing your project. Prerequisite: Sewing 101 or equivalent sewing experience Mon, Apr 6–May 18, 7–10 pm 6 sessions, $365

Susan Sklarek

Surface Pattern Design: From Concept to Market Katy Dika

Get an introduction to lace and leno weaving techniques that lend themselves to the creation of items such as scarves, throws, table runners and window coverings. Wed, Feb 26–May 20, 7–10 pm 12 sessions, $525

In this follow-up to Surface Design: Introduction, develop design concepts for a potential product and target market, create surface pattern designs, and learn about printing processes and technology. Applies to: ID-E , PM-E Thu, Apr 9–May 21, 7–10 pm 6 sessions, $365

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Handbag Collection Product Development: From Ideas to Market p. 16

#risdceSPOTLIGHT

“ My journey to RISD began when I set foot in the Nature Lab. I went on a tour when I was about 17 years old and knew I had to be a part of it! Little did I know what my future would hold— I would work there for four years as a student and then later in life as a curator for three more years. Today, as a RISD CE instructor, I still borrow objects from the Nature Lab to inspire my class. The Lab is one of those special things about RISD that cannot be duplicated. Many have tried, but the spirit of Edna keeps the place unique and better than all the rest! If you’re thinking about taking a RISD class, my advice is to do it. You can take a million classes at a million places, but somehow the RISD one is always the best!” —RISD CE instructor Katy Dika 03 AP

Would you like to be featured by #risdceSPOTLIGHT or know someone who would? Email cemedia@risd.edu to learn how.

Book and Paper Arts

Drawing

NEW

Not an Artist?

Drawing: Introduction

Pith Paper Flower-Making

Suzette Cozzens

TBA

In a supportive environment, you’ll be trained to look, observe and record. Workshop exercises in drawing, color studies and collage encourage you to experiment.

Beginners focus on development of hand-eye coordination to understand how to look and how to transcribe what is seen onto a surface. Note: This course uses nude models. Applies to: NS-E , PS-E

Irene Wei Discover the rare art of Taiwanese pith flower-making—using paper veneer made from the Tetrapanax papyrifer plant—as you learn how to make realistic, colorful morning glories. Applies to: PM-E

Sat + Sun, Apr 18 + 19, 10 am–4 pm 2 sessions, $275

Tillinghast Place:

Sat, Mar 14, 9am-3pm

Tue, Feb 25–Mar 31, 9:30 am–12:30 pm

1 session, $145

6 sessions, $365

Not a Designer? Dina Zaccagnini Vincent NEW

The Handmade Book Suzette Cozzens Learn basic bookbinding techniques as you complete projects from simple pamphlets and accordion-fold books to scrapbooks, albums and portfolios. Applies to: NS-E Mon, Feb 24–Mar 30, 6:30–9:30 pm

Working independently and collaboratively, you’ll learn to seek and solve ordinary design problems through observation, documentation and implementation. Sat + Sun, Mar 28 + 29, 10 am–4 pm 2 sessions, $275

Preliminary Sketching: Introduction Jorge Paricio Learn how to capture the most important aspects of a given form or space through quick and effective drawing techniques. Applies to: AN-E , GR-E , ID-E , IT-E , JM-E , NS-E , PG-E , PM-E , PS-E

6 sessions, $365 Wed, Feb 26–Apr 1, 9 am–noon 6 sessions, $365

Drawing

Drawing: Technique Intensive

Digital Design Tools Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Bryan Rodrigues

Anne-Marie Byrd

Increase your design competency and establish workflow using Adobe Photoshop tools, techniques and methods to create subtle and professional edits to files. Applies to: GR-E , IT-E , NS-R, PG-R, PM-E ,

In this course you’ll create illustrations and freeform sketches as you explore how Adobe Illustrator makes it possible to acquire, trace and alter scanned images. Applies to: AN-E , GR-E , ID-E , IT-E , NS-E ,

PS-R

PM-E

Westerly Education Center:

RISD Campus:

Sat + Sun, Mar 14 + 15, 10 am–4 pm

Tue, Feb 25–May 19, 6:30–9:30 pm

Fri, Feb 28–Apr 3, 6:30–9:30 pm

Westerly Education Center:

Day, date TBA*, 6:30–9:30 pm

6 sessions, $425

12 sessions, $625

Adobe Photoshop II

3D Modeling with Rhino

Bryan Rodrigues

Toni Shannon

Building on the Adobe Photoshop course, focus on advanced topics including vector-based clipping masks, gradient masks for smooth layer transitions, and “Actions” for automated processes. Applies to: GR-E , IT-E , NS-E , PG-E , PM-E , PS-E Prerequisite: Adobe Photoshop

Learn Rhino, the industry standard of 3D modeling applications, useful in product design, architectural and jewelry design and rendering, computer animation, filmmaking and web design. Applies to: AN-E , IT-E , JM-R, PM-R Prerequisite: Digital Design Techniques or equivalent experience

Joanna Catalfo In this fast-paced experience, explore the fundamentals of drawing and learn how to draw what you see. Use various materials to study and draw subjects, including natural and everyday objects.

2 sessions, $275

Drawing + Abstraction Taleen Batalian Develop a more nonrepresentational way of working while you loosen your hold on literalness, explore underlying conceptual issues and discover new means of depiction and expression. Applies to: PS-E Prerequisite: Previous drawing experience is helpful Tue, Feb 25–Mar 31, 7–10 pm 6 sessions, $365

Drawing II

Fri, Apr 10–May 22, 6:30–9:30 pm

Lisa Perez

6 sessions, $425

Thu, Feb 27–May 21, 6:30–9:30 pm 12 sessions, $625

Building on skills acquired in Drawing I, and exploring a variety of materials, create more volumetric and spatial drawings through the use of value and composition as you consider gesture and contour, planar analysis, foreshortening, proportion, and rendering of forms. Note: This course uses nude models. Applies to: NS-R, PS-R Prerequisite: Drawing I

Adobe InDesign TBA Gain technical knowledge of Adobe InDesign’s basic tool layout, image manipulation, and vector integration tools. Concepts of visual communication and design are reinforced through hands-on exercises. Applies to: AN-E, GR-E, IT-E, PG-E

Tillinghast Place:

Westerly Education Center:

Thu, Feb 27–Apr 2, 9 am–noon

Day, date TBA*, 6:30–9:30 pm

6 sessions, $365

6 sessions, $425

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Digital Design Techniques p. 8 Digital Prepress Production p. 14 Interactive Design I: User Interface (UI) p. 15

* Check website for schedule

GRAPHIC DESIGN CERTIFICATE Throughout the Graphic Design certificate program you will learn about design principles, visual thinking, graphic form, typography and digital technology. Through studio work, design challenges, peer critique and independent projects, you will develop fluency and confidence with the field and your own practice. You will also gain a foundation in brand strategy and implementation across print, digital and interactive media. Learn more: ce.risd.edu/certificates

Graphic Design Graphic Design: Introduction

Graphic Structures + Systems

Digital Prepress Production

Dina Zaccagnini Vincent

Anya Lownie

Get introduced to the fundamentals of graphic design by examining the design process and engaging in hands-on assignments that provide a glimpse of the RISD CE Graphic Design certificate program. Applies to: AN-E , GR-R, IT-E , PG-E , PM-E

Gain a fundamental understanding of grids and modules, the primary device for developing graphic design solutions that acknowledge rules of proportion, rhythm, pacing and sequence. Applies to: GR-R, IT-E Prerequisite: Typographics I: Elements + Process

Learn how to produce print-ready files while learning aspects of prepress. Topics include color naming, bleeds, image resolution, color correction, preflighting, and on-screen vs. CMYK or spot color usage. Applies to: GR-E Prerequisite: Digital Design Techniques

RISD Campus:

Mon, Feb 24–May 18, 6:30–9:30 pm

Thu, Feb 27–Apr 2, 6:30–9:30 pm

12 sessions, $625

6 sessions, $425

Thu, Apr 9–May 21, 6:30–9:30 pm

Typographics I: Elements + Process

Final Studio: Graphic Design

6 sessions, $365

Dina Zaccagnini Vincent

Explore designing with type while composing single- and multipage documents, laying out page systems effectively, and using type styles to influence expression and communication. Applies to: AN-E , GR-R , IT-E , PG-E Prerequisite: Graphic Form

In this final studio course you’ll develop samples of work for a portfolio, while receiving guidance in choosing your strongest creative and visual solutions. Applies to: GR-R Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previous courses in the Graphic Design certificate program.

Wayne Vieira

Westerly Education Center:

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Design p. 8 Adobe Photoshop p. 13 Adobe Illustrator p. 13 Adobe InDesign p. 13

Wed, Feb 26–May 20, 6:30–9:30 pm 12 sessions, $525

Tue, Feb 25–May 19, 6:30–9:30 pm 12 sessions, $525

Web and Interactive Design Mobile App Design + Prototyping

Data Visualization Bruce Campbell

Bryan Rodrigues

Final Studio: Interactive Design Eric Paul Meier

Learn to design visual user interface solutions for mobile devices, and use industry-standard prototyping tools for collaboration and workflow. Applies to: GR-E , IT-R Prerequisite: Digital Design Techniques

Investigate visualization libraries like Processing and D3.js; explore middleware scripting languages for manipulating data; and master the use of a relational database management system like MySQL or PostgreSQL. Applies to: GR-E , IT-E , PM-E

Thu, Feb 27–May 21, 6:30–9:30 pm

Wed, Feb 26–May 20, 6:30–9:30 pm

12 sessions, $625

In this final studio, you’ll focus on a single project. Building your portfolio site using skills learned in previous courses, you’ll apply marketing and promotional approaches to your work. Applies to: IT-R Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previous courses in the Interactive Design certificate program. Thu, Feb 27–May 21, 6:30–9:30 pm

JavaScript

12 sessions, $525

Bruce Campbell JavaScript enables interactive features on what might otherwise be a static webpage. You’ll set up webpages using examples of JavaScript, such as status bar messages, event handlers and image rollovers. Applies to: IT-R Prerequisite: Interactive Design: Introduction Tue, Apr 7–May 19, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $425

Interactive Design I: User Interface (UI) Eric Paul Meier Develop an understanding of the interface design process, from client and user needs to creating the content structure, navigation and screen appearance. Applies to: AN-E , GR-E , IT-R, PG-E , PM-E Prerequisite: Digital Design Techniques Tue, Feb 25–May 19, 6:30–9:30 pm

INTERACTIVE DESIGN CERTIFICATE Developed to engage people incompelling and vital experiences and relationships, interactive design draws on user experience, conceptual frameworks, coding, and multiple digital platforms to create seamless digital user interfaces. The certificate enables you to expand existing digital competencies and apply them in creative ways such as developing interactive websites, dynamic advertising and other e-marketing materials, mobile and multimedia applications, educational modules and more. Learn more: ce.risd.edu/certificates

12 sessions, $625

Product Design Product Development + Manufacturing: Introduction

Human Design for Success Linda Pritcher

Jorge Paricio Get introduced to the process and skills used to design products by bringing concepts to life through research, concept generation, refinement and prototyping, and basic scale model making. Applies to: IT-E , PM-R

Creator, entrepreneur and certified Supercoach Linda Pritcher leads you to solve your own design and business problems and work at a new level of innovation with solution-oriented thinking. Applies to: AN-E , GR-E , ID-E , IT-E , JM-E , NS-E , PG-E , PM-E , PS-E

Wed, Apr 8–May 20, 6:30–9:30 pm

Tue, Feb 25–Mar 10, 6:30–9:30 pm

6 sessions, $365

3 sessions, $215

Product Development I: Human Factor

Concept Visualization, Drawing + Communication

Jorge Paricio

Building on skills in research, concept generation, drawing and prototyping, you’ll incorporate the end user in the product design process. Topics include ergonomics, kinesiology and biomechanics. Applies to: PM-R Prerequisites: Product Development + Manufacturing: Introduction and Drawing + Rendering for Product Development or Drawing + Rendering for Product Design (online version)

Become an effective communicator and engage audiences by exploring visual storytelling techniques, participating in collaborative exercises, practicing symbolic sketching, and reaching a consensus. Applies to: PM-E

Handbag Collection Product Development: From Idea to Market Linda Pritcher What goes into making a great handbag design? In this course you’ll cover each aspect of the product-to-market cycle of handbag development. Applies to: PM-E Tue, Apr 7–May 19, 6:30–9:30 pm

Wed, Feb 26–Mar 18, 6:30–9:30 pm

6 sessions, $365

Final Studio: Product Development Jorge Paricio In this final studio course, you’ll produce a project that demonstrates fundamental knowledge of, and proficiency in, all aspects of product development through manufacturing. Applies to: PM-R Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previous courses in the Product Development + Manufacturing certificate program.

4 sessions, $275 Thu, Feb 27–May 21, 6:30–9:30 pm 12 sessions, $525

Tue, Feb 25–May 19, 6:30–9:30 pm 12 sessions, $525

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT + MANUFACTURING CERTIFICATE Product developers practice human-centered design through careful planning and creative thinking, and ultimately drive user satisfaction and business growth. In the Product Development + Manufacturing certificate, you’ll learn to use the design process to develop meaningful solutions to real-world problems and gain a range of fundamental creative, diagnostic, mechanical and visual skills that allow you to conquer the many challenges that arise in the product development process. Learn more: ce.risd.edu/certificates

Furniture, Woodworking, and Sculpture Woodworking

Woodworking at Westerly

Nicholas Ventola

Wilson Lawrence

Learn woodworking fundamentals (measuring, marking, joining, carving and gluing) and then advance to the safe operation of power tools (table and band saws, joiners, planers, drill presses and sanders). Applies to: ID-E , PM-E

Learn to safely use machinery, and how to develop and execute a realistic plan/design for a simple piece. Work with table saws and sanders, and learn which machines are most effective for a chosen project.

Furniture Design TBA In this studio course, develop and construct furniture pieces through materials exploration and design iteration. Woodworking skills are useful but not required, as techniques are demonstrated. Applies to: PM-E Sat, Feb 29–Apr 18, 9 am–1 pm 8 sessions, $515

NEW

Tue, Feb 25–Apr 14, 7–10 pm

Thu, Apr 9–May 21, 5–8 pm

Sculpture + the Language of Making

8 sessions, $425

6 sessions, $365

Liz Welch

Westerly Education Center:

With an emphasis on process over product, explore the unique structural potential of materials as you develop compelling sculptural objects and large-scale installations. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE:

3D Modeling with Rhino p. 13

Sat, Feb 29–Apr 4, 9 am–noon 6 sessions, $365

Illustration Comic Book Illustration: Introduction

Children’s Book Illustration: Introduction

Children’s Book Illustration: Image + Text

Casey Roonan

Cheryl Kirk Noll

In this introductory course you’ll create narratives from autobiographical prompts, beginning with a four-panel comic strip, then move on to a long-form and complex final piece. Applies to: AN-E

Children’s books captivate by combining dynamic images with evocative words. Get an introduction to both, with topics including design, character creation, concept development, storyboarding and more.

Realize the potential of illustrating and writing for children, with an introduction to design, pagination, character creation, material and medium exploration, color palette, storyboarding and the book dummy.

Tue, Apr 7–May 19, 6:30–9:30 pm

Westerly Education Center:

6 sessions, $365

Thu, Feb 27–May 21, 9 am–noon

Thu, Apr 9–May 21, 7–10 pm 6 sessions, $365

12 sessions, $525

Experimental Landscape: Mixed Media Molly Kaderka Reinvigorate your connection to the natural landscape to create imagery both representational and metaphorical, using methods like drawing, painting and collage. Work is done onsite (weather permitting). Applies to: NS-E , PS-E Tillinghast Place: Thu, Apr 9–May 21, 9 am–noon 6 sessions, $365

NEW

Botanical Illustration: Painting with Gouache Carol Schwartz Plants and flowers have been an inspiration for artists for hundreds of years. Learn the history of botanical illustration and how to recognize botanical forms, and then paint your own specimens using gouache. Applies to: NS-E , PS-E

NATURAL SCIENCE ILLUSTRATION CERTIFICATE This certificate equips you with the necessary skills to document and detail the natural world: strong visual acuity, precise hand-eye coordination and natural subject empathy. You’ll explore media and techniques including pencil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache and oil to discover your individual style. Composition and color strategies enable you to fully interpret, capture and portray subjects including birds, animals, insects and botanicals in natural environments. The program utilizes RISD’s Edna Lawrence Nature Lab. You’ll progress toward creating portfolio-ready work for the purpose of professional presentation and potential publication. Learn more: ce.risd.edu/certificates

Sat + Sun, Apr 4 + 5, 10 am–4 pm

Painting from Nature

2 sessions, $275

Amy Bartlett Wright

Final Studio: Natural Science Illustration Amy Bartlett Wright

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Illustration Studio: Reimagining Audubon Carol Schwartz Using bird specimens from the RISD Nature Lab, you’ll be introduced to Audubon’s methods of illustration, and reimagine them in your own paintings. Applies to: NS-E , PS-E

Plants, birds, insects and other animals are the subjects in this course as you explore depicting form, structure, texture and pattern through painting. Principles of color and material exploration are emphasized. Applies to: NS-R Prerequisite: Drawing from Nature Wed, Feb 26–May 20, 6:30–9:30 pm 12 sessions, $525

In this final studio course, create work that integrates the natural subject and its environment in completed, mature compositions as you work toward portfolio-ready pieces. Applies to: NS-R Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previous courses in the Natural Science Illustration certificate program Tue, Feb 25–May 19, 6:30–9:30 pm

Sat + Sun, Apr 25 + 26, 10 am–4 pm

12 sessions, $525

2 sessions, $275

Interior Design Interior Design: Introduction Kimberley Valente Focus on the process of design as it applies to interior spaces by building an acute awareness of core principles: scale, proportion, light, circulation and progression, to create visual harmony. Applies to: ID-R, PM-E Westerly Education Center: Thu, Feb 27–Apr 2, 1–4 pm

Drafting + Rendering for Interiors

Interior Design Studio I: Private Spaces

Jorge Paricio

David Paolino

Get an introduction to construction drawings, layouts with dimensions and notations, and presentation renderings, plus orthographic drawing, bubble diagrams, elevations, and 3D and perspective drawing. Applies to: ID-R Prerequisite: Interior Design: Introduction

Gain hands-on experience in designing residential spaces while considering proportion, scale, composition, balance, color, light and material selection, as well as function, circulation and occupancy. Applies to: ID-R Prerequisite: Drafting + Rendering for Interiors

6 sessions, $365

Wed, Feb 26–May 20, 6:30–9:30 pm Mon, Feb 24–May 18, 6:30–9:30 pm

12 sessions, $525

Interior Design: Introduction II Kimberley Valente

NEW

Revit for Interior Design David Paolino

Interior Design Studio II: Kitchens + Baths

In this follow-up course to Interior Design: Introduction or Fundamentals of Interior Design I at the Westerly Education Center, you’ll learn more about color, drawing for interiors and the business of interior design. Applies to: ID-E Prerequisite: Interior Design: Introduction or Fundamentals of Interior Design I

Autodesk’s Revit Architecture can help you design, build and maintain higher-quality, more energy-efficient buildings. In this course you’ll learn to use Revit to lay out, design, build and render models. Applies to: ID-R Prerequisite: Drafting + Rendering for Interiors

With a focus on kitchens and baths, you’ll cover topics including traffic and usage patterns, lighting, ventilation, storage, flooring and cabinetry, plus aging in place concepts. Applies to: ID-E Prerequisite: Interior Design Studio I: Private Spaces

Westerly Education Center:

Tue, Apr 7–May 19, 6:30–9:30 pm

Wed, Feb 26–May 20, 6:30–9:30 pm

Tue, Apr 7–May 19, 6:30–9:30 pm

6 sessions, $425

12 sessions, $525

Kellie Suplicki

6 sessions, $365

INTERIOR DESIGN CERTIFICATE You will discover how color, texture, light and the inherent characteristics of materials interact to convey the language of design. You will also explore functional concerns, such as structural and space planning for public and private experiences, and address the importance of collaboration, communication, critical thought, discipline, ethics and organizational skills. Upon completion, the program prepares you to pursue a variety of interior design careers. Learn more: ce.risd.edu/certificates

Window Couture Cathy Wilkerson

Textile Sourcing for Interior Designers Cathy Wilkerson

Whether you have tall, small or bay windows to transform, this course provides you with practical solutions to window dressing and treatment design challenges. Applies to: ID-E Tue, Apr 21 + 28, 6:30–9:30 pm

Get an in-depth look at working with textile companies and how to work directly with vendors, including how to open an account to receive wholesale pricing, and what the trade lingo is. Applies to: ID-E

2 sessions, $145 Wednesday, Apr 1, 6:30–9:30 pm

Concept Boards for Interior Designers: Communicating Your Vision Through Collage Cathy Wilkerson Interior designers use concept boards to communicate their vision. In this course you’ll create these collages of visual references while considering composition, hierarchy, color, scale and tactility. Applies to: ID-E

1 session, $85

Textile Trends Forecast

Wed, Feb 26–Mar 18, 6:30–9:30 pm

Cathy Wilkerson

4 sessions, $275

Textiles 101 for Interiors Acquaint yourself with the color and style trend forecast for the home furnishings industry over the next 18 months, and take a look at how social, economic and ecological factors impact textile design. Wednesday, Mar 25, 6:30–9:30 pm

Cathy Wilkerson

Final Studio: Interior Design Learning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of both a fiber and textile reinforces an interior designer’s success. This course will focus on interior textiles and their many uses, misuses and applications. Applies to: ID-E

1 session, $85 Wed, Apr 8–May 20, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $365

Rina Naik In this final studio course, a final project will demonstrate your familiarity with major interior design components, including lighting, finishes, building codes, millwork and material standards. Applies to: ID-R Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previous courses in the Interior Design certificate program Wed, Feb 26–May 20, 6:30–9:30 pm 12 sessions, $525

Jewelry and Metal Arts Experimental Jewelry Tzu-Ju Chen Experiment with new techniques with old materials and old techniques with new materials—including beads and beading, chain-making, knotting, wire and wrapping, fabrics, leather and industrial materials—to create oneof-a-kind pieces. Applies to: JM-E

Jewelry + Light Metals I: Materials and Techniques

Jewelry + Light Metals II: Process + Practices

Taylor Heide

Tzu-Ju Chen

In this jewelry design and fabrication course you’ll learn sawing, piercing, filing, annealing, soldering, texturing, cold connections and basic hollow construction while developing conceptual thinking skills. Applies to: JM-R,

In this course you’ll incorporate more complicated soldering techniques such as wire construction and chain making, plus advanced techniques such as hinge making, complicated scoring and bending into your work. Applies to: JM-R, PM-E Prerequisite: Jewelry + Light Metals I: Materials + Techniques

PM-E

Mon, Apr 6–May 18, 7–10 pm 6 sessions, $365

Sat, Feb 29–May 23, 9 am–noon 12 sessions, $525

Tue, Feb 25–May 19, 6:30–9:30 pm 12 sessions, $525

JEWELRY AND LIGHT METALS CERTIFICATE Jewelry and light metals play a significant role in the increasingly diversified market for accessories and wearables. You’ll start the program with introductions to critical skills of drawing, rendering, design and color in preparation for working three dimensionally. From there, you’ll move on to jewelry and light metals studio practices, essential techniques, and working with a variety of metals and materials. You will make portfolio-ready work, providing a strong platform for industry-based internships, small business development, setting up personal studios or continuing your education. Learn more: ce.risd.edu/certificates

Painting Watercolor: Introduction

Egg Tempera Painting

Oil Painting: Introduction

Michael Lyons

Kathy Hodge

Michael Peery

Explore value, composition and color theory in this step-by-step introductory watercolor course using wet and dry techniques, washes, color lifting and glazing. Applies to: NS-E , PS-E

Egg tempera, a mixture of egg yolk, water and pigment, shares properties of both watercolor and oils. Demonstrations and handson exercises familiarize you with paint preparation, brushwork and sponging. Applies to: NS-E , PS-E

Discover how to begin and sustain an oil painting. Topics include materials (brushes, palettes, supports and mediums), value, color theory and color practice, placement, scale, composition and lighting. Applies to: NS-E , PS-E

Wed, Apr 8–May 20, 9 am–noon

Westerly Education Center:

Mon, Feb 24–Mar 30, 7–10 pm

6 sessions, $365

Sat + Sun, Apr 18 + 19, 10 am–4 pm

6 sessions, $365

Tue, Feb 25–Mar 31, 7–10 pm

2 sessions, $275

Watercolor I Michael Lyons

Mixed Media + Abstraction: Workshop

Do you have a foundation in watercolor painting and want to improve your skills? Delve deeper into the medium with instruction focused on issues of composition, color awareness, and capturing light. Applies to: NS-E , PS-E Prerequisite: Watercolor: Introduction is recommended, but not required

Mara Metcalf Combine mixed media with abstract approaches, allowing for experimentation and discovery. You’ll glue, draw, paint, cut, layer, collage and assemble, while working from observation, imagination and memory. Applies to: NS-E , PS-E

Painting II: Context + Composition Michael Peery Consolidating skills acquired in Painting I: Elements + Processes, in this course you’ll combine rendering skills, color and compositional elements to create unified paintings. Applies to: PS-R Prerequisite: Painting I: Elements + Processes Wed, Feb 26–May 20, 7–10 pm 12 sessions, $525

Tillinghast Place: Tue, Feb 25–May 19, 9 am–noon

Sat + Sun, Mar 7 + 8, 10 am–4 pm

12 sessions, $525

2 sessions, $275

Encaustic: Painting with Hot Wax Acrylic Painting: Technique Intensive

Portrait Painting: Introduction

Taleen Batalian

Joanna Catalfo

Michael Peery

Gain confidence with acrylic paint while you gain proficiency in color mixing, composition and paint application—essential skills for any painter, illustrator or designer. Applies to: NS-E , PS-E

A well-executed portrait shows physical likeness, as well as the character of the subject. In this course you’ll develop key strategies for constructing and creating a convincing painted portrait. Applies to: NS-E , PS-E

In this course you’ll create images from molten beeswax that is colored with pigments. By smoothing and scraping the wax and painting between layers, you’ll create a lustrous, enamel-like appearance. Applies to: NS-E , PS-E

Sat + Sun, Mar 28 + 29, 10 am–4 pm

Mon, Apr 6–May 18, 7–10 pm

2 sessions, $275

6 sessions, $365

Sat + Sun, Mar 21 + 22, 10 am–4 pm 2 sessions, $275

Westerly Education Center:

Work with your hands and develop new ideas.

Printmaking

Painting

NEW

Painting + Abstraction

Cold Wax + Oil Painting

Elizabeth Gourlay

Rina Naik Learn how to incorporate cold wax into your current oil painting practice to allow for the adding of textures, as well as building of color depth, transparencies, layering and experimentation. Applies to: PS-E

Japanese Woodblock Printmaking Kate Aitchison

Through a series of exercises involving abstracting from nature, collage and moving from macro to micro, you’ll learn ways to trigger ideas as you discover new means of depiction and expression. Applies to: PS-E

Delve into Japanese woodblock printmaking, a traditional process that combines ink or paint and rice paste with hand-pressing techniques and—unlike Western techniques—does not require a press. Applies to: NS-E , PS-E

Wed, Apr 8–May 20, 1–4 pm Sat + Sun, May 23 + 24, 10 am–4 pm

6 sessions, $365

2 sessions, $275

Drawing + Painting: Pursuit of an Abstract Language

6 sessions, $365

Final Studio: Painting Studies Mara Metcalf

Susan Fossati Whether you work with the urban landscape, gardens, still lifes or the figure, the process of learning an abstract language is about discovering your personal vision. Placing trust in this allows you to create paintings that are signatory rather than derivative. Participants learn to use a variety of mediums and to integrate them into a total artwork. Applies to: PS-E

Wed, Feb 26–Apr 1, 6:30–9:30 pm

Experimental Printmaking: Monoprints Lois Harada

Working within the framework of a classroom context and under the guidance of an instructor, you’ll pursue and develop independent projects in painting as you gain the confidence to paint on your own. Applies to: PS-R Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previous courses in the Painting Studies certificate program

Learn to create a monoprint— essentially a one-of-a-kind printed painting—in which non-toxic, water-based inks are applied onto or wiped away from a Plexiglas surface. Applies to: NS-E , PS-E Mon, Feb 24–Mar 30, 7–10 pm 6 sessions, $365

Thu, Feb 27–May 21, 7–10 pm 12 sessions, $525

Tillinghast Place: Fri, Feb 28–May 22, 9:30 am–12:30 pm 12 sessions, $525

PAINTING STUDIES CERTIFICATE Painting is challenging, limitless and transformative. The Painting Studies certificate introduces the beginning artist to the techniques and conceptual thinking necessary to explore, learn, practice and master the painting medium. You’ll receive support in creating your individual practice, develop confidence and competence with diverse techniques, and gain the conceptual framework to fully explore your ideas. As a personal visual language is refined, you’ll shift toward more self-directed study and learning to work independently as an artist. Learn more: ce.risd.edu/certificates

Photography

Photography: Introduction John Hames, Dawn Temple New and amateur photographers learn the art of composing and shooting great pictures through technical operations like focus, shutter speed and aperture, and how to influence artistic choices. Applies to: AN-E , GR-E , IT-E , NS-E , PG-R , PS-E RISD Campus:

Photography I: Making Images

Photographing Interiors: Capturing a Sense of Place

David Fleurant

Elaine Fredrick

Learn to make better photographs using the DSLR camera. Topics include RAW workflow, histograms, lenses, light control and metering. Lighting equipment and printing options are also previewed. Applies to: AN-E , GR-E , IT-E , JM-E , NS-E , PG-R , PS-E Prerequisite: Photography: Introduction

Interior designers, architects and builders rely on high-quality photographs for portfolios and marketing. Learn the basics of shooting, including lens choices, perspective, tethering and styling. Applies to: ID-E , PG-E Prerequisite: Working knowledge of Photoshop

Mon, Feb 24–May 18, 6:30–9:30 pm

Tillinghast Place:

12 sessions, $625

Sun, Apr 12–May 24, 9 am–noon

Wed, Apr 8–May 20, 6:30–9:30 pm Sat, Feb 29–Apr 4, 9 am–noon

6 sessions, $365

Westerly Education Center: Thu, Apr 9–May 21, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $365

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Landscape Photography: Spring Rebirth

Studio Lighting Matt Francis

John Hames In this landscape photography course you’ll meet at scenic l ocations where spring is in full bloom, while practicing the rudiments of focus, depth of field, and proper exposure. Applies to: AN-E , NS-E , PG-E Prerequisite: Photography: Introduction or equivalent experience

iPhone Photography Workshop Dawn Temple

Receive instruction in the use of studio lighting equipment including continuous, strobe and flash light sources, modification tools (grids, flags, soft boxes), and supports, grips and stands. Applies to: AN-E , PG-R Prerequisite: Photography I: Making Images

Whether you’re looking to photograph your artwork, or seeking the perfect social media aesthetic for your brand, learn how to take professional-level photos with your iPhone. Westerly Education Center:

Thu, Feb 27–May 21, 6:30–9:30 pm

Sat, Mar 14, 10 am–1 pm

12 sessions, $625

1 session, $85

Sun, Apr 26–May 17, 1–4 pm

The Digital Print

Final Studio: Photography

4 sessions, $275

David Fleurant

John Hames

Build upon your existing knowledge of Photoshop as you examine the generation, presentation and preservation of the digital photographic image on paper. Applies to: GR-E , PG-R Prerequisite: The Digital Darkroom

In this final studio course you’ll create a body of work to serve as a central portfolio piece, and receive guidance on preparing and marketing your work and archiving and preserving digital prints. Applies to: PG-R Prerequisite: Successful completion of all previous courses in the Photography certificate program

RISD Campus, Tillinghast Place and Off-Campus:

Street Photography John Hames Visit the works of pioneers of the genre and contemporary practitioners. Subsequent meetings happen on location in Newport and Boston for more shooting in order to sharpen the eye and gather “moments.” Applies to: AN-E , PG-E Prerequisite: Photography: Introduction or similar experience

Tue, Feb 25–Mar 31, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $425

Thu, Feb 27–May 21, 6:30–9:30 pm 12 sessions, $625

Sat, Apr 25–May 16, 1–4 pm 4 sessions, $275

PHOTOGRAPHY CERTIFICATE Photographers help us see the world in new ways—documenting, representing and interpreting objects, people and places through distinct lenses. You’ll start the program with an exploration of the principles of design to construct considered, meaningful and impactful images. From there, you’ll move on to technical learning and confidence with a camera: seeing through a lens, digital technology, lighting, post-processing and archival printing. Upon completion, you’ll be able to depict powerful visual narratives and build a portfolio that supports professional development, personal fulfillment and/or subsequent independent practice. Learn more: ce.risd.edu/certificates

Sharpen your skills and strengthen your portfolio.

Art History and Appreciation NEW

NEW

Looking Contemporary: Modern + Post-Modern Art History

The English House + Garden

Tongji Qian

Explore the creation and restoration of landmark houses and gardens from the Middle Ages to the early 18th Century, when England developed its distinct horticultural and design traditions.

Focusing on visual art by Marcel Duchamp, Richard Serra, and Nicole Eisenman and essays from Walter Benjamin, Donald Judd, and Reiko Tomii, you’ll be introduced to developments in Western art history.

John Tschirch

Exploring Providence on Foot: How the City Was Made John Tschirch Join this walking tour to examine the historical evolution of Providence from its colonial streets and landmark buildings to Victorian industrial sites and the changing face of the city.

Sun, Mar 1–22, 6:30–9:30 pm 4 sessions, $275

Sun, May 3–17, 9 am–noon 3 sessions, $215

Wed, Feb 26–Apr 1, 1:30–4:30 pm 6 sessions, $365

NEW

Baroque Rome

NEW

The City as a Work of Art: Florence + the Italian Renaissance

Preserving Vintage Textiles

John Tschirch

Join the RISD Museum’s textile conservators for a behind-thescenes look at how to identify, store, display and prolong the lifespan of historic garments and textiles. Applies to: ID-E

Suzanne Scanlan Examine art in Rome from the end of the 16th Century to the middle of the 18th Century, including urbanism, architecture, sculpture and paintings by many of the wellknown artists of the period.

Explore the colorful personalities who shaped Florence, the artists and artisans who brought it renown, and the extraordinary legacy of beautiful architecture, paintings, sculpture and gardens.

Jessica Urick, Anna Rose Keefe

Sat, Apr 25–May 16, 9 am–noon 4 sessions, $275

Mon, Apr 20–May 11, 6:30–9:30 pm Thu, Feb 27–Apr 2, 6:30–9:30 pm

4 sessions, $275

6 sessions, $365

NEW

Palaces of Repose John Tschirch Join globe-trekking architectural historian John Tschirch as he lectures on a selection of 17th- and 18th-century European palaces, each designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Mon, Mar 2–23, 6:30–9:30 pm 4 sessions, $275

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Ages 13–17 NEW

Art School Prep: Fundamentals of Design Saman Sajasi Using a variety of media, you will learn to incorporate formal design concepts into 2D and 3D pieces that will form the basis of a strong portfolio.

Teen Certificate Programs

Sat, Apr 18–May 16, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

Fundamentals of Drawing Steven Hayes Develop foundational drawing skills. Through in-class exercises, you’ll learn composition, figurative anatomy and perspective drawing and proper use of drawing materials. Applies to: AT, Y2

Teens ages 13–17 can enroll in courses individually or focus their studies in one of four certificate programs to broaden their skills, explore a new medium or prepare for a future in art and design. Find out more and apply: ce.risd.edu/teen-certificate-programs

Sat, Mar 7–Apr 4, 9 am–noon 5 sessions, $285

Observational Boot Camp Steven Hayes This one-day workshop will teach students simple yet effective strategies for improving observational drawing skills. Applies to: AT, Y2 Sun, Mar 29, 9 am–4 pm 1 session, $140

Experiments with Color Chloe Wessner Discover the dynamic world of color by investigating a range of color concepts and theories and exploring the expressive use of color through a variety of materials. Applies to: AT, Y2 Sat, Apr 18–May 16, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

Art School Preparation

For students interested in a future in visual art and design. The program focuses on developing skills and techniques in foundational processes such as drawing, painting and sculpture, as well as other areas of 2D, 3D and digital design.

2D Design

For students interested in drawing, painting, printmaking, illustration and traditional photography.

3D Design

For students who want to explore the built environment, including sculpture, architecture, fashion and industrial design.

Digital Design

For students interested in gaining skills in digital art processes in areas such as animation, digital photography, graphic design, movie making and game design.

Ages 13–17

Drawing: Focus on Faces

Fashion Classics

Steven Hayes

Candace French

Study the anatomy of the face to practice capturing likeness or facial expression. Use a variety exercises, studies, and materials to improve your ability to draw faces. Applies to: AT, Y2

Update your wardrobe with a tailormade classic! You’ll learn to alter a pattern, cut fabric, and hand and machine stitch a garment you’ll proudly wear time and time again. All levels are welcome. Applies to:

Character Creation for Illustrators Jesse Smolover

AT, Y3

Sun, Apr 5, 9 am–4 pm 1 session, $140

Sat, Mar 7–Apr 4, 1–4 pm

Acquire the skills necessary to develop memorable characters. Lessons topics include backstory development, anatomy, proportion, foreshortening and Photoshop workflow. Emphasis is on creating non-human characters. Applies to: AT, Y2, YD

5 sessions, $285 Sat, Mar 7–Apr 4, 1–4 pm

Drawing Urban Landscapes

5 sessions, $285

Steven Hayes

Illustration: Words + Pictures

Strengthen your ability to create images that depict the built environment. You’ll learn linear perspective, two-dimensional design, composition and more. Applies to: AT, Y2

Rick Shiers

Sat, May 9, 9 am–4 pm 1 session, $140

Michael Pekala Teen artists with a passion for drawing will turn pencil sketches, thumbnail drawings and compositional studies into gray-toned and full-color finished illustrations that will make their portfolios shine. Applies to: AT, Y2 Sat, Mar 7–Apr 4, 9 am–noon

Watercolor Studio

Comic Book Creator

5 sessions, $285

Learn the essential components of great comic book creation: word balloons, captions, panels and personalities, as well as character design, perspective drawing and page layout. You’ll create your own mini-comic to share with friends and family. Applies to: AT, Y2 Prerequisite: Start Cartooning

Rick Shiers Sat, Apr 18–May 16, 1–4 pm

Demonstrations, individual instruction and group critique help to develop your unique approach to watercolor as you paint from objects, photographs, models and your imagination. Applies to: AT, Y2

5 sessions, $285

Sat, Apr 18–May 16, 9 am–noon 5 sessions, $285

Exploring Digital Photography David Fleurant Discover the basics of shooting, manipulating and printing digital photographs. You’ll leave with a large-format photo you created yourself! Applies to: AT, YD Sat, Mar 7–Apr 4, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285 Register online at ce.risd.edu/spring20

Ages 13–17

2D Animation for Teens

NEW

James Frio

Special Effects: Prosthetic Design

Learn the basic techniques of digital 2D animation and begin to develop your own animation style. Applies to: AT, YD

Stefania Medeiros

Sat, Apr 18–May 16, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

This special-effects course will familiarize you with the basics of sculpting, mold making, and casting and applying small prosthetics. You will finish this course with your own prosthetic appliance! Applies to: AT, Y3

NEW

3D Character Animation with Blender

Y3, YD

Sat, Apr 18–May 16, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

Ryan Campos Create soundtracks for movies, animations, games or presentations by learning how to use audio editing software and professional techniques through hands-on exercises. Applies to: AT, YD Sat, Mar 7–Apr 4, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

Sun, Apr 19–May 17, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

Learn to Code with Processing

Carlos Cruz This course will teach you how to create and animate a character using Blender, a free, open-source 3D modeling suite. Applies to: AT,

Designing Sound for Movies + Games

Start Making Movies

Bruce Campbell

Rachel Villari From camera operation to editing, learn the tools and techniques you need to make your own live-action movie. Taught by a video production professional, this course will soon have you saying, “Action!” Applies to: AT, YD

Learn to code using Processing, a highly versatile and accessible tool that provides an introduction to computer programming basics for the hands-on visual learner. This course is for the programming beginner! Applies to: AT, YD Sat, Mar 7–Apr 4, 9 am–noon

Sat, Apr 18–May 16, 9 am–noon

5 sessions, $285

RISD Pre-College 6-week program for high school juniors and seniors. June 20–Aug 1, 2020

Art school before art school precollege.risd.edu

Photo: Alexandra Hogue

Ages 9–12 NEW

Digital Photo Exploration Cheryl Johnson Young photographers will learn how to manually use their DSLRs or point-and-shoot cameras, digitally edit images and print and present their work in creative ways. Sat, Mar 7–Apr 4, 9 am–noon 5 sessions, $285

Cartooning Critters Liz Goulet Dubois Inspired by classic animal characters like Squidward, Bambi and Thumper, students learn to cartoon their own critters using simple drawing tools and techniques. Sat, Mar 7–Apr 4, 9 am–noon 5 sessions, $285

Experiments in Animation Carissa Abitabilo Students collaborate in a digital technology classroom in this introduction to the computerbased technology that makes all animated art possible.

Adventures in Drawing

Photo Magic

Tiffany Mendez

Cheryl Johnson

Young artists discover the excitement of drawing in this course that provides grounding in the fundamentals of drawing, sketching and rendering.

This course exposes kids to the history, science and creative possibilities of photography. Students learn about the cyanotype and create a pinhole camera that will take actual photographs on silver-based paper.

Sat, Apr 18–May 16, 9 am–noon 5 sessions, $285

Sat, Mar 7–Apr 4, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

Paint Masters Monique Rolle-Johnson

Fashion Forward! Candace French

Digital Drawing Board Bryan Rodrigues Students use Adobe Illustrator to become proficient at digital drawing and graphic illustration, and make original images for screen or print.

Young artists explore a variety of materials while learning the fundamentals of the painting process. They get to know famous painters and styles and see renowned works of art at the RISD Museum.

Sat, Apr 18–May 16, 1–4 pm Sat, Apr 18–May 16, 9 am–noon

Sat, Mar 7–Apr 4, 1–4 pm

Explore the world of fashion. You’ll draw a fashion collection, fabricate creations on mini dress forms and create a logo for your clothing line.

5 sessions, $285

Spring Vacation Camp AGES 6–12

NEW

Here Comes the Sun Steven Hayes, Cheryl Johnson While learning about painting, sculpture, photography and costume making, students acquire artistic skills, explore their imaginations, share their creations…and celebrate the sun! Tillinghast Place: Monday–Friday, Apr 13–17, 9 am–4 pm Monday–Friday, Apr 20–24, 9 am–4 pm 5 sessions, $515

Ages 6–8 Back to the Future: Time Machine Challenge

Art Safari

Playing on Paper

Barbara Voccola

Sean Garrett

On this creative journey, students view artworks, objects and inventions from the past to gain inspiration for their own creations. Projects develop creative thinking and problem solving skills.

Students visit the Nature Lab and RISD Museum in search of animals, plants and more, providing inspiration for a variety of creative projects. The course develops art and natural science awareness and builds basic art skills.

This course is a fun (and fundamental) introduction to drawing and sketching. Students develop confidence with pencil, pen and ink, felt-tip marker and charcoal and visit the RISD Museum.

Sat, Mar 7–Apr 4, 9 am–noon

Sat, Mar 7–Apr 4, 1–4 pm

5 sessions, $285

Tiffany Mendez

Sat, Apr 18–May 16, 9 am–noon 5 sessions, $285

Art Studio Junior Barbara Voccola The art studio is where artmaking happens! Drawing, painting, printmaking and constructing in 3D all combine to develop your young artist’s imagination and expand their sensory awareness. Sat, Apr 18–May 16, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

See full course listings, registration information and kick-start your spring with us at ce.risd.edu/spring20

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