RISD Continuing Education Winter 2020 by Rhode Island School of Design

Creative experiences for adults, teens and kids.

RISD for Interior Design Animation Woodworking Photography Web Design Everyone

Continuing Education Winter 2020 1

This winter: Discover your creative side in 12 introductory classes. Explore a new career path with one of 9 certificate programs. Advance your studio practice with 8 professional development courses.

100+ creative experiences for adults, teens and kids. 2

Perfect timing

WINTER 2020 CALENDAR

November 4 Registration opens

January 6

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

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3-hour Workshops

Online Courses

Weeknight Courses

Weekend Workshops

Winter term begins

January 20 Martin Luther King Jr. Day; most classes on break; office closed

February 19 Winter term ends

FIND YOUR COURSES

Tillinghast Place, Barrington Adult Classes Interpretive Painting Studio Landscape Photography: Winter Vistas p. 17

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Kids’ Classes Art Abundance

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Westerly Education Center Adult Classes

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 RISD’s waterfront satellite campus Tillinghast Place, a natural environment for artmaking.

Applied Color p. 6 Starting a Sketchbook p. 8 Drawing: Technique Intensive p. 8 Interior Design: Introduction p. 13 Watercolor: Introduction p. 16 Photography: Introduction p. 17 iPhone Photography Workshop p. 17 Teen Classes Introduction to Product Design p. 22 Cartoon Anatomy: The Heroic + the Hideous p. 22 2D Animation for Teens p. 22 Drawing: Focus on Faces p. 23

View full course descriptions and register online at ce.risd.edu/winter20

ADULTS

YOUNG ARTISTS

Certificate Program Overview

Foundation Studies

Animation

Apparel, Fashion, and Textile Design

Book and Paper Arts

Drawing

Digital Design Tools

Graphic Design

Product Design

Woodworking

Web and Interactive Design

Illustration

Interior Design

Jewelry and Metal Arts

Painting

Photography

Professional Development

Teen Certificate Program Overview

Ages 13–17

Ages 6–12

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.ris

30%

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

Animation

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Graphic Design

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Interactive Design

p. 11

Interior Design

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Jewelry + Light Metals

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Natural Science Illustration

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Painting Studies

p. 16

Photography

p. 17

Product Development + Manufacturing

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Required Course Elective

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* Survey of RISD Continuing Education certificate graduates, 2009â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2018 Register online at ce.risd.edu/winter20

Foundation Studies Foundational skills developed in observational drawing, design and color develop the ability to understand and practice ideation and creative problem solving, and to learn fundamental design principles such as composition and the use of color, line, shape, form, value, texture and spatial relationships.

Applied Color Deborah Forman, Suzette Cozzens, Karen Triedman, Elizabeth Gourlay Learn how to bridge the gap between color theory and practice by distilling color mechanics into workable studies through collage and paint. Applies to: AN-R, GR-R, ID-R, IT-R, NS-R, PG-R, PM-R, PS-R

RISD Campus: Tues, Jan 7–Feb 11, 1–4 pm Wed, Jan 8–Feb 12, 6:30–9:30 pm Wed, Jan 8–Feb 12, 6:30–9:30 pm Westerly Education Center: Tues, Jan 7–Feb 11, 1–4 pm 6 sessions, $365

In addition to Applied Color (above, offered each semester), Foundation Studies courses include Drawing I, Design, and Digital Design Techniques (offered in Fall and Spring).

MORE COURSES FOR BEGINNERS

Animation: Introduction p. 7

Not an Artist? p. 8

Drawing: Introduction p. 8

Graphic Design: Introduction p. 9

ANIMATION CERTIFICATE 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

Animation Animation: Introduction

Designing Character

Kosta Gregory

Jennifer Hrabota-Lesser

Explore the core principles of cycles, levels, and squash and stretch as you transform inanimate drawings into moving animations using analog and digital tools. Applies to: AN-R, IT-E, PG-E

From ideation to legal guidelines, explore how to visualize a character from a narrative prompt to an animated and illustrated reality. Applies to: AN-R, GR-E Prerequisite: Drawing I

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 15, 9 am–noon

Wed, Jan 8–Feb 12, 6:30–9:30 pm

6 sessions, $425

6 sessions, $365

Cutout Animation Workshop Maryann Guerzon Develop the art of visual storytelling by animating 2D characters (cut from paper, card, fabric or photos) frame-by-frame using under-the-camera techniques in your own short film production. Applies to: AN-E Sat + Sun, Jan 18 + 19, 10 am–4 pm 2 sessions, $275

Apparel, Fashion, and Textile Design Sewing: Introduction

Hand-Dyed Yarn + Knitting

Anne Finelli

Cathy Wilkerson

Wet Felting: Tapestries + Vessels

Familiarize yourself with the tools and mechanics of sewing by learning basic skills as you create simple items like pillows, aprons and tote bags.

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

Review the basic techniques of the wet felting process and find out how you can apply it to your fine art practice to create inspired tapestries and vessels.

Tues, Jan 7–Feb 18, 6:30–9:30 pm

Sat + Sun, Feb 8 + 9, 10 am–4 pm

6 sessions, $365

2 sessions, $275

Andrew Xenos

Mon, Jan 6–Feb 17, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $365

Book and Paper Arts BookCamp Suzette Cozzens Explore the art of bookmaking through the process of making physical books from start to finish. Become familiar with materials, tools and techniques, and work with a variety of binding structures. Applies to: GR-E, NS-E

Not an Artist?

How to Draw a Flower

Suzette Cozzens

Amy Bartlett Wright

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.

Learn how to draw any type of flower and apply those strategies to draw other organic forms.

1 session, $85 Sat + Sun, Jan 18 + 19, 10 am–4 pm 2 sessions, $275

Starting a Sketchbook Suzette Cozzens

Portrait Drawing Robin Wiseman

Mon, Jan 6–Feb 17, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $365

What’s a Collage? Suzette Cozzens Two words: paper and glue. Armed with a pair of scissors and a willingness to experiment, you’ll learn the immense potential of collage. Applies to: NS-E, PS-E

Explore the portrait drawing process by learning to translate your observations of structure, proportion and the relationships among visual elements onto a two-dimensional page. Applies to: NS-E, PS-E Mon, Jan 6–Feb 17, 7–10 pm

Westerly Education Center: Tues, Feb 4, 6:30–9:30 pm 1 session, $85

Drawing II Mara Metcalf

Holly Popielarz

1 session, $85

Drawing

Get introduced to quick and easy strategies as you begin to generate work for your sketchbook, including line exercises and collage techniques. Applies to: NS-E, PS-E

6 sessions, $365

How to Draw a Hand Tues, Jan 14, 6:30–9:30 pm

Tues, Jan 28, 6:30–9:30 pm

Learn basic hand anatomy and develop processes to help you quickly and accurately sketch the hand in many different positions. Applies to: AN-E, NS-E, PM-E, PS-E

Drawing: Introduction

Tues, Feb 18, 6:30–9:30 pm

Christian Larrave

1 session, $85

Create 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 Thurs, Jan 9–Feb 13, 6:30-9:30 pm

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 Tues, Jan 7–Feb 11, 7–10 pm Wed, Jan 8–Feb 12, 1–4 pm 6 sessions, $365

6 sessions, $365

Drawing Studio: The Figure Amy Bartlett Wright Develop the skills to draw the figure through a variety of approaches considering all skill levels. Begin with gesture drawing and gradually learn how to block in the figure and establish major masses. Note: This course uses nude models.

Drawing: Technique Intensive Michael Peery 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.

Wed, Jan 8–Feb 12, 6:30–9:30 pm

Westerly Education Center:

6 sessions, $365

Sat + Sun, Feb 15 + 16, 10 am–4 pm 2 sessions, $275

Digital Design Tools

Graphic Design Graphic Design: Introduction

Adobe Photoshop

Wayne Vieira

Dina Zaccagnini Vincent

Bryan Rodrigues 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, PS-R Prerequisite: Digital Design Techniques or equivalent

Thinking Visually

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

Develop persuasive graphic design solutions through assignments that introduce methods, reinforce conceptual thinking, and evaluate source information. Applies to: GR-R, PG-E Prerequisite: Typographics I: Elements + Process Thurs, Jan 9–Feb 13, 6:30–9:30 pm

Tues, Jan 7–Feb 11, 6:30–9:30 pm

6 sessions, $425

6 sessions, $365 Tues, Jan 7–Feb 11, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $425

Type + Image Graphic Form

Anya Lownie

Adobe InDesign Michael Ryan 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,

Become acquainted with the elements and principles of twodimensional design in the context of graphic design, and develop a workflow using vector drawing tools on the Apple platform. Applies to: AN-E, GR-R, IT-E, PG-E Prerequisite: Graphic Design: Introduction

Building on skills acquired in earlier graphic design courses, learn how to enhance meaning through processes and conceptual thinking as you create projects suitable for a professional portfolio. Applies to: GR-R, IT-E Prerequisite: Graphic Structures + Systems Wed, Jan 8–Feb 12, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $425

IT-E, PG-E

Mon, Jan 6–Feb 17, 6:30–9:30 pm Wed, Jan 8–Feb 12, 6:30–9:30 pm

6 sessions, $425

Graphic Design Studio: Professional Identity Dina Zaccagnini Vincent

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

This advanced studio reviews innovative identities within the industry by studying the forms of visual communications while diving into the pre-production processes and considerations. Applies to: GR-R, IT-E Prerequisite: Typographics II: Studio Practice Mon, Jan 6–Feb 17, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $425

Product Design

Woodworking Woodworking: Introduction

Product Development + Manufacturing: Introduction

Innovations in the World of Product Design

Jorge Paricio

Rebecca Leuchak

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

Identify your interests and concerns by surveying historical and current ideas, events, manufacturers and individuals that determined the design of objects across societies. Applies to: PM-E

Get a hands-on introduction to the fundamentals of woodworking using power and hand tools. Learn how to safely and effectively operate machinery while developing and executing a realistic design. Applies to: PM-E

Course format: 6 online lectures with

Tues, Jan 7–Feb 11, 6:30–9:30 pm

readings plus weekly online discussions

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 15, 9 am–noon

6 sessions, $365

on Thurs, Jan 9–Feb 13, 7–9 pm.

6 sessions, $365

TBA, Nicholas Ventola

Online Course: Jan 6–Feb 17

Drawing + Rendering for Product Design

$365

Jorge Paricio This online course includes the use of a variety of media, substrates and techniques, and provides a foundation for any designer who wishes to incorporate rendering and sketching into their projects. Applies to: IT-E, PM-R Prerequisites: Product Development + Manufacturing: Introduction or combination of basic skills (manual or digital), Photoshop, digital camera and hand rendering. Online Course: Jan 6–Feb 17 $425

Concept Visualization, Drawing + Communication

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT + MANUFACTURING CERTIFICATE

Jorge Paricio 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 Thurs, Jan 9–30, 6:30–9:30 pm 4 sessions, $275

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

INTERACTIVE DESIGN CERTIFICATE Developed to engage people in compelling 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

Web and Interactive Design Interactive Design: Introduction

Web Architecture

Cascading Style Sheets

Bruce Campbell

Explore web architecture by examining the design and implementation of computer networks, and learn how to classify them by scale, protocol and connection method. Applies to: AN-E, GR-E, IT-R, PG-E, PM-E

Become familiar with CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) behavior through lectures and exercises that encourage your resulting webpages to be more structurally sound. Applies to: GR-E, IT-R Prerequisite: Interactive Design: Introduction

Online Course: Jan 6–Feb 17

$425

Bryan Rodrigues Learn how to use the two primary web authoring competencies, HTML and CSS. Work with images, text, layouts, links and content management guided by best practices for usability and accessibility. Applies to: AN-E, GR-E, IT-R, PG-E, PM-E

Thurs, Jan 9–Feb 13, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $425

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Interior Design Interior Design: Introduction Rina Naik, 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

RISD Campus: Tues, Jan 7–Feb 11, 6:30–9:30 pm Westerly Education Center: Tues, Jan 7–Feb 11, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $365

AutoCAD: Interior Design I David Paolino Learn to use visualization and productivity software tools, Autodesk’s AutoCAD and AutoCAD Architecture, along with other CAD programs to take a project from initial design to a finished 2D plot. Applies to: ID-R, PM-E Prerequisites: Digital Design Techniques and Drafting + Rendering for Interiors. Thurs, Jan 9–Feb 13, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $425

Building Materials, Systems + Methods of Construction

Lighting for Interior Design Melissa Mattes

David Paolino

Essentials of SketchUp Jorge Paricio Discover how to draw, design and render ideas with SketchUp, a 3D modeling toolkit used for everything from architecture and jewelry to game design and 3D printing. Applies to: GR-E, ID-E, ITE, PG-E, PM-E

Learn the primary tool for building professionals, AutoCAD Revit, to understand architectural anatomy. Gain a better understanding of structural, electrical, media and HVAC systems. Applies to: ID-R, PM-E Prerequisite: Interior Design: Introduction Mon, Jan 6–Feb 17, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $425

With a focus on new technologies and sustainable lighting solutions, learn about sources, fixtures and systems as you develop creative, functional lighting plans for a variety of interior spaces. Applies to: ID-R Prerequisite: Drafting + Rendering for Interiors Wed, Jan 8–Feb 12, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $365

Mon, Jan 13–Feb 10, 6:30–9:30 pm 4 sessions, $275

Interior Design

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

Materials for Interior Design Nathan Reynolds Explore a variety of materials used in both commercial and residential interior design, including fabrics, wall coverings, paints, wood, glass, solid surfacing, tile, carpet and resilient flooring. Applies to: ID-E Wed, Jan 8–Feb 12, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $365

Furniture 101 for Interior Designers + Homeowners

Project Management for Interior Designers

Rina Naik

Kellie Suplicki

Develop confidence and skills to specify furniture, fabrics and finishes appropriate for both space and use. Topics include furniture construction, ergonomics, sourcing and the custom design process. Applies to: ID-E, PM-E

Using a design you’ve completed previously, learn the working process of invoicing a client, working within their budget and, ultimately, making a profit. Applies to: ID-R Prerequisite: Interior Design Studio I: Private Spaces

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 1, 1–4 pm 4 sessions, $275

Wed, Jan 8–Feb 12, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $365

Jewelry and Metal Arts Jewelry Design: Introduction Tzu-Ju Chen Explore how to translate jewelry designs through sketches and models and observe how natural forms are ideal catalysts in the development of unique pieces. Applies to: JM-R

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 portfolioready work, providing a strong platform for industrybased internships, small business development, setting up personal studios or continuing your education. Learn more: ce.risd.edu/certificates

Tues, Jan 7–Feb 11, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $365

Painting Watercolor: Introduction Christine Herron

PAINTING STUDIES CERTIFICATE

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

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

Westerly Education Center: Wed, Jan 8–Feb 12, 1–4 pm 6 sessions, $365

Watercolor: Technique Intensive Michael Lyons Using a more controlled approach to painting with watercolors, gain confidence and skill through comprehensive demonstrations and hands-on exercises. Applies to: NS-E, PS-E Sat + Sun, Jan 11 + 12, 10 am–4 pm 2 sessions, $275

Acrylic Painting: Technique Intensive

Painting: Materials + Techniques

Amy Bartlett Wright

Marian Smith

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

Learn how to use the materials and techniques specific to oil painting, like how to stretch canvas, develop a color palette, and use solvents and varnishes. Applies to: NS-E, PS-R Mon, Jan 6–Feb 17, 6:30–9:30 pm

Gouache: Technique Intensive

Sat + Sun, Feb 8 + 9, 10 am–4 pm

6 sessions, $365

2 sessions, $275

Karen Triedman

Interpretive Painting Studio Experience the spontaneity and immediacy of gouache as you practice methods and techniques for application including color mixing, wash techniques and brushwork. Applies to: NS-E, PS-E Sat + Sun, Feb 8 + 9, 10 am–4 pm 2 sessions, $275

Oil Painting: Technique Intensive

Susan Fossati

Marian Smith

With an emphasis on process, delve into a personalized interpretation painting. Receive technical direction and encouragement to expand your artistic development in an interactive studio setting. Applies to: PS-E

Learn technique and strategy of oil painting through experimentation. Lessons in set up, mixing, direct paint application, value, color and composition will help you gain familiarity with the medium. Applies to: NS-E, PS-E

Tillinghast Place: Fri, Jan 10–Feb 14, 9 am–noon

Sat + Sun, Feb 1 + 2, 10 am–4 pm 2 sessions, $275

6 sessions, $365

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

Landscape Photography: Winter Vistas

Advanced Traditional Black-and-White Darkroom

John Hames

Using New England as an outdoor classroom, practice technical skills and design decisions to create compositional success. Meet in four distinct locations—all within a short drive of Providence. Applies to: AN-E, GR-E, PG-E Prerequisite: Photography: Introduction

This advanced darkroom course introduces you to the process of printing museum-quality images. Learn the darkroom process of creating archival silver gelatin prints. Applies to: PG-E Prerequisite: Black-and-White Darkroom, or similar approved experience.

RISD Campus: Wed, Jan 8–Feb 12, 6:30–9:30 pm

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 1, 1–4 pm

Thurs, Jan 9–Feb 13, 6:30–9:30 pm

4 sessions, $275

Sun, Jan 12–Feb 16, 9am-3pm 6 sessions, $525

Westerly Education Center: Thurs, Jan 9–Feb 13, 6:30–9:30 pm

The Digital Print

6 sessions, $365

David Fleurant

iPhone Photography Workshop

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

Dawn Temple

The Digital Darkroom David Fleurant A follow-up to Adobe Photoshop, focus on advanced image controls for color correction, exposure with contrast adjustment and overall image refinement, and explore the advanced use of selection tools. Applies to: AN-E, GR-E, IT-E, PG-R Prerequisite: Adobe Photoshop

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.

Fri, Jan 10–Feb 14, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $425

Westerly Education Center: Saturday, Feb 8, 10 am–1 pm 1 session, $85

Tues, Jan 7–Feb 11, 6:30–9:30 pm 6 sessions, $425

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

Professional Development The Business of Art

Build Your Online Portfolio

Candita Clayton

Bryan Rodrigues

In this course, you will discover how to set your art career and long-term business objectives on the right path, and how to identify and articulate your core strengths. Applies to: AN-E, GR-E, ID-E, IT-E,

Learn how to optimize images and build a digital portfolio to present your body of work to potential clients, employers, galleries or graduate schools. Applies to: AN-E, GR-E, ID-E, IT-E, JM-E, NS-E, PG-E,

JM-E, NS-E, PG-E, PM-E, PS-E

PM-E, PS-E

Online Marketing + Analytics Michael Ryan

Tues, Jan 21–Feb 4, 6:30–9:30 pm

Prerequisite: Digital Design Techniques or equivalent experience

3 sessions, $215 Online Course: Jan 6–Feb 17 6 sessions, $425

Next Steps for the Emerging Artist Rina Naik

Examine the types of online marketing available to professionals: search engine optimization, pay-per-click advertising, and social media. Learn how to plan, research, execute and measure success. Applies to: AN-E, GR-E, IT-E, PG-E, PM-E Prerequisite: Digital Design Techniques or equivalent experience. Fri, Jan 10–Feb 14, 6:30–9:30 pm

Taxes for Artists + Designers

6 sessions, $425

Hannah Cole Participating in the art world while trying to establish and sustain a productive studio practice can be challenging. This class equips you with the strategies, tactics and processes to thrive at both— allowing you to springboard your career. Applies to: PS-E

What can I deduct? Is my art a business or a hobby? These are just some of the questions Hannah Cole, tax expert (and a longtime working artist herself ), outlines and explains in an approachable, artist-centered style. Applies to: AN-E, GR-E, ID-E, IT-E, JM-E, NS-E,

Wed, Feb 12, 6:30–9:30 pm

1 session, $60

Writing an Artist’s Statement Human Design for Success Linda Pritcher 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

JM-E, NS-E, PG-E, PM-E, PS-E

Tues, Jan 14–28, 6:30–9:30 pm Thurs, Jan 16, 6:30–9:30 pm 1 session, $85

Discover how to use social media platforms, like Facebook and Instagram, to effectively enhance or create your online brand and image. Applies to: GR-E, IT-E Wed, Jan 29, 6:30–9:30 pm

Wed, Jan 29, 6:30–8pm

Writing about your art can be a challenge. In this workshop, you’ll develop the strategies and tools necessary to write a compelling and accessible artist’s statement, traditionally used for exhibition purposes, grant and teaching applications, and fellowships. Applies to: AN-E, GR-E, ID-E, IT-E,

Tania Picard

PG-E, PM-E, PS-E

1 session, $85

Michael Rose

Social Media Bootcamp

3 sessions, $215

1 session, $85

Immersive experiences for growing young artists 19

Ages 13–17 PORTFOLIO PREP

Art School Prep: Concept Development

Art School Prep: Drawing Monique Rolle-Johnson

Dina Zaccagnini Vincent Articulate ideas by stretching your conceptual muscles and receiving valuable criticism. Ideal for the potential art school student or any young artist looking for an expressive challenge. Applies to: AT, Y2, Y3

Develop a drawing portfolio with guidance from instructors who have successfully navigated the art school admissions process. Applies to: AT, Y2 Sun, Jan 12–26, 9 am–noon 3 sessions, $175

Art School Prep: Photographing Your Artwork Cheryl Johnson Discover essential techniques for photographing your artwork, including lighting, composition and post-processing with an introduction to digital photography equipment, exposure, focus and framing. Applies to: AT, YD

Sat, Jan 11–25, 9 am–noon 3 sessions, $175

Sun, Jan 12–26, 1–4 pm 3 sessions, $175

Teen Certificate Programs 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

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

Fundamentals of Drawing

Watercolor Studio

Jewelry Making

Steven Hayes

Rick Shiers

Chloe Wessner

Develop foundational skills in drawing by learning how to use materials effectively through exercises that focus on composition, figurative anatomy and perspective drawing. Applies to: AT, Y2

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

Have you ever wanted to design and fabricate your own jewelry? This course (geared specifically to the young metalsmith) gives you the tools to do just that! Applies to:

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 1–4 pm

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 9 am–noon

5 sessions, $285

Figure Drawing

About Face: Portrait Photography

AT, Y3

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 9 am–noon

Alison Plump

5 sessions, $285

Making Molds for Jewelry + Sculpture Stefania Medeiros

Carlos Cruz Learn about composition and proportion as you work with live models and study techniques for interpreting the human form and anatomy. Note: This course uses nude models. Applies to: AT, Y2 Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 9 am–noon

The face in the lens belongs to you, a classmate, your brother, sister or even your dog. All become portrait subjects as you learn how to photograph your friends and family and capture them as digital images. Applies to: AT, YD

5 sessions, $285

Discover how to create multiples of sculpted forms that can become jewelry, toy and even movie prop prototypes as you experiment with casting from natural objects like shells, rocks, branches and seeds. Applies to: AT, Y3 Sun, Feb 9–23, 1–4 pm

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 1–4 pm

3 sessions, $175

5 sessions, $285

Introduction to Painting Rick Shiers Develop skills in a supportive environment that stress process and expression using imagination and a range of media. Note: Basic drawing experience is helpful but not required. Applies to: AT, Y2 Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 1–4 pm

Digital Image Editing + Sharing

Introduction to Hand Knitting Cathy Wilkerson

Bryan Rodrigues This immersive course will explore key features of editing digital photographs and creating output optimized for the web and social media. Applies to: AT, YD

5 sessions, $285

This foundation course teaches knitters everything they need to know to create a binder filled with hand knitted swatches of different yarns and fibers, and prepares them for future study in knitting design. Applies to: AT, Y3

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 9 am–noon 5 sessions, $285

Ages 13–17

Fashion Design + Construction

Introduction to Interior Design

Candace French

Cathy Wilkerson

This course emphasizes sewing sample portions of original designs created in class, giving you the opportunity to take the fashion design process from concept to construction. Applies to: AT, Y3

In this course, you’ll take on the responsibility of reinterpreting the perfect bedroom for a teenage client. Applies to: AT, Y3 Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 1–4 pm

Manga Maker Jesse Smolover Delve into recognizable manga characters and storytelling tricks, learn to craft an interesting story around captivating characters and create a finished hand-drawn comic in the manga style. Applies to: AT, Y2 Prerequisite: Essentials of Cartooning (previously Start Cartooning)

5 sessions, $285

Cartoon Anatomy: The Heroic + the Hideous Sneaker Head

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

James Frio

Jorge Paricio As you become comfortable with the industry standard drawing program Adobe Illustrator, technique comes into play as you learn from an experienced athletic shoe designer exactly how it’s done. Applies to: AT, YD

This cartooning course reveals the essentials of good character design that begin with the creative application of human (or inhuman) anatomy. Applies to: AT, Y2 Westerly Education Center: Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

Kicking Game Assets with ZBrush Greg Rebis Behind every great 3D video game is a concept designer. Get introduced to the profession, and to ZBrush, a digital sculpting program that combines 3D modeling, texturing and painting. Applies to: AT, YD

Drawing Space Fantasy Jason Robert LeClair

Introduction to Product Design Chloe Wessner, Barry Morang Discover how to bring concepts to life through research, concept generation, refinement and drawing. By the end of the course, you’ll have a better grasp of this all-important career choice. Applies to: AT, Y3

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

With lessons in hand drawing, figurative anatomy, proportion and perspective, you will sharpen your drawing skills while creating imaginative characters and settings. Applies to: AT, Y2 Sat, Feb 8–22, 1–4 pm 3 sessions, $175

RISD Campus:

2D Animation for Teens

Sat, Jan 11-Feb 8, 1-4 pm

James Frio

Code Boss: Styling Content Bruce Campbell Learn CSS and JavaScript, and get a practical understanding of web layout and behavior through specific exercises (styling Scalable Vector Graphics, or SVG). Applies to: AT, YD Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 9 am–noon 5 sessions, $285

Westerly Education Center: Sat, Jan 11-Feb 8, 1-4 pm 5 sessions, $285

Build a foundation for digital twodimensional animation techniques and begin to develop your personal animation style. Applies to: AT, YD Westerly Education Center: Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 9 am–noon 5 sessions, $285

Ages 13–17

SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS

Drawing: Focus on Faces

Chess + 3D Modeling

Carving Soapstone Amulets

Gail Saborio

Kristen Shea

Laura Travis

In this drawing workshop you’ll study the anatomy of the face, and strengthen your observational and rendering skills so that you can accurately draw heads and faces. Applies to: AT, Y2

Get an introduction to the free 3D modeling tool Sculptris, which enables you to begin creating 3D digital forms. You’ll collaborate with other students, where everyone claims a different chess piece. You’ll leave with completed design files that can be printed at home. Applies to: AT, YD

Carve a little piece of magic to wear! Your soapstone or alabaster charm will be incorporated with fiber, beads and leather to create your personal wearable amulet. Applies to: AT, Y3

Westerly Education Center: Mon, Jan 20, 9 am–4 pm

Mon, Feb 17, 9 am–4 pm 1 session, $140

1 session, $140 Mon, Jan 20, 9 am–4 pm 1 session, $140

SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS

Ages 9–12

AGES 9–12

Adventures in Drawing

Digital Clay Using Sculptris

Being Free

Steven Hayes

Carlos Cruz

Monique Rolle-Johnson

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

Young artists take their first step into computer-based design with Sculptris, a kid-friendly 3D modeling tool that will connect to their existing interests like video games and animation.

Students hear the stories of freedom fighters, advocates and champions (both historical and fictitious), and connect them to their own experience as they create their own interpretive artworks.

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 9 am–noon

Mon, Jan 20, 9 am–4 pm

5 sessions, $285

1 session, $140

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 9 am–noon 5 sessions, $285

Ages 6–8 AGES 6–8

Nature of Art

Carnival: Party on Parade

Make + Play Game Design

Barbara Voccola

Cheryl Johnson

TBA

In this course, young artists develop their artistic voice while creating artwork that expresses a range of feelings inspired by the wonder and beauty of nature.

Students create larger-than-life carnival puppets that can move, perform and even parade, while learning innovative puppetry construction techniques using colorful paints, fabrics, assorted modeling and recycled materials.

Investigate creative problem-solving by making a card or board game of your very own. You’ll develop storylines, artwork and game rules to make your own adventure-filled play to share with others.

Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 9 am–noon 5 sessions, $285

Mon, Jan 20, 9 am–4 pm Sat, Jan 11–Feb 8, 1–4 pm 5 sessions, $285

1 session, $140

Winter Vacation Camp AGES 6–12

Art Abundance Steve Hayes, Cheryl Johnson DESIGN

Art is in abundance all around us—especially in the natural surroundings found at Tillinghast Place in Barrington, RI. In this week-long camp, young artists will explore concepts of abundance and conservation in our surroundings and in our culture, and will create 2D and 3D artwork inspired by nature.

Studio Rainwater PHOTO CREDITS

David O’Connor Jo Sittenfeld MFA 08 PH Adam Mastoon

Tillinghast Place: Mon–Fri, Feb 17–21, 9 am–4 pm

Jaime Marland

5 sessions, $515

Andrea Porras

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