RISD Continuing Education Summer 2011 Catalog by Rhode Island School of Design Continuing Education

summer 2011

continuing education classes for adults, teens + children

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Drawing I. .....................................................................................................Robin Wiseman....................................... Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 7 Two-Dimensional Design.........................................................................Claudia Dunagan.................................... Tues + Thurs, June 14 – July 21........... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 7 Color Theory................................................................................................Carlotta Danzante Miller...................... Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 8 Drawing + Illustration

Introduction to Studio Art new ................................................................Katharine Cope....................................... Wed, June 15 – July 20......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 8 Drawing the Landscape ........................................................................Amy Bartlett Wright............................... Sat + Sun, June 18 + 19......................... 10am – 4pm.................. 8 Drawing Animals: Structure + Texture. ...............................................Johnny Adimando................................... Tues, June 14 – July 5............................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 9 Sat, July 9................................................ 10am – 4pm.................. 9 Human Anatomy........................................................................................Jennifer Raimondi................................... Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 9 Pastels new ....................................................................................................Michele Noiset........................................ Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 9 Botanical Illustration + Egg Tempera Painting new ...........................Elise Paradis............................................. Wed, June 15 – July 20......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 9 Subject + Environment: Creating Wildlife Art...................................Amy Bartlett Wright............................... Wed, June 15 – July 20......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 9 Designing Character..................................................................................Jack Purcell............................................... Wed, June 15 – July 20......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 9 Painting + Printmaking

Printmaking for Illustration ....................................................................Allison Cole.............................................. Wed, June 15 – July 20......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 10 Watercolor . .................................................................................................Richard Marthers.................................... Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 10 Materials + Techniques ...........................................................................Jean Kim................................................... Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 10 Ship to Shore: Maritime Painting Workshop ..................................Harley Bartlett......................................... Sat + Sun, June 25 + 26........................ 10am – 4pm.................. 10 Painting en Plein Air at Blithewold........................................................Paul Olson................................................ Mon, June 13 – July 25.......................... 9am – 3pm..................... 10 Photography

Photography: An Introduction................................................................John Hames.......................... 01................ Wed, June 15 – July 20......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 11 02............... Tues, June 14 – July 19.......................... 9:30am – 12:30pm....... 11 Digital Photography I................................................................................Lindsay Elgin............................................ Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 11 Photographic Lighting I. ...........................................................................Shane Gutierrez...................................... Tues + Thurs, June 14 – July 21........... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 11 The Candid Moment..................................................................................John Hames.............................................. Mon, June 13 – July 25.......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 12 Earth, Sea + Sky: Approaching Landscape Photography................Shane Gutierrez...................................... Mon, June 13 – August 8...................... 5:30 – 8:30pm.............. 12 Photoshop: Navigating the Digital Darkroom. ..................................David Fleurant......................................... Tues, June 14 – July 19.......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 12 The Digital Print. ........................................................................................David Fleurant......................................... Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 12 The History of Photography ................................................................Lindsay Elgin............................................ June 13 – July 29............................................................................. 12 Environmental Portrait Photography new ...........................................TBA............................................................ Wed, June 15 – July 20......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 13 Styling for Glamour Photography new ..................................................Jessica Grejdus........................................ Fri, July 1.................................................. 7 – 9pm.......................... 13 Ceramics + Glass

Stained Glass Mosaics .............................................................................Nicole Weeks........................................... Mon, July 5 – 26..................................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 13 Introduction to Hot Glass . ......................................................................Bill Riker................................ 01................ Tues, June 14 – July 19.......................... 6 – 9pm.......................... 13 02............... Wed, June 15 – July 20......................... 6 – 9pm.......................... 13 Advanced Hot Glass .................................................................................Bill Riker.................................................... Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 13 Ceramics ......................................................................................................Sharon Pollock......................................... Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 13 Jewelry + Metal Arts

Art of Beading: Materials + Techniques .............................................Jennaca Davies........................................ Tues, June 14 – July 19.......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 14 Laser Cutting . .............................................................................................Jennaca Davies........................................ Mon, June 13 – July 25.......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 14 Jewelry + Light Metals: The Basics ......................................................Islay Taylor............................................... Thurs, June 16 – July 28........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 14 Sculpture + Woodworking

Introductory Sculpture: Plaster new .....................................................Kelly Goff.................................................. Wed, June 15 – July 20......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 14 Shaker Boxes new .......................................................................................Christine Enos.......................................... Sat, June 18 – July 23............................ 9am – 12pm................... 14 Book + Paper Arts

Papermaking ...............................................................................................Suzi Cozzens............................................ Mon, June 13 – July 25.......................... 6 – 9pm.......................... 14

Decorative Arts + Design Apparel + Textile Design

Patternmaking I . ........................................................................................Anne Finelli.............................................. Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 15 Patternmaking II ........................................................................................Anne Finelli.............................................. Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 15 Fine Sewing Techniques for Apparel . ..................................................Philip Sawyer........................................... Tues + Thurs, June 14 – July 21........... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 15 Silk Painting Basics: Scarves new . .........................................................Joanna Cotter.......................................... Wed, June 29 – July 20........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 15 Painting for the Textile Designer ..........................................................Elise Paradis............................................. Tues, June 14 – July 19.......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 16 Green Textiles for Home + Apparel . ....................................................Dawn Oliveira.......................................... Wed, June 15 – July 20......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 16 Interior Design

Essentials of Interior Decoration ..........................................................Beverly Ferguson..................................... Tues, June 14 – July 19.......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 16 Principles of Interior Design . .................................................................Victoria Dryden....................................... Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 7 – 10pm........................ 16 Materials for Interior Design I ...............................................................Nancy Laurienzo..................................... Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 17 Lighting for Interior Design I ..................................................................Barbara Capalbo..................................... Tues, June 14 – July 19.......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 17 Building Materials, Systems + Methods of Construction ..............David Paolino........................................... Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 7 – 10pm........................ 17 CAD for Interior Design . .........................................................................David Paolino........................................... Tues + Thurs, June 14 – July 21........... 7 – 10pm........................ 17 Drawing + Rendering Interiors ..............................................................David Paolino........................................... Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 9:30am – 12:30pm....... 17 Universal Design: How to Build for Disabilities new ........................Marla Whitford....................................... Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 17 Textiles 101 for Interiors ..........................................................................Cathy Wilkerson..................................... Mon, June 13 – 27.................................. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 18 Dimensional Color: Intro to Color for Interior Design new .............Karen Triedman....................................... Mon, June 13 – July 25.......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 18 Architecture + Landscape Design

Watercolor Rendering for Architecture + Interiors .........................Tom Gastel............................................... Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 18 Paving with Brick + Stone . ......................................................................Michael Veracka..................................... Sat, June 25............................................. 9:30am – 12:30pm....... 18

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Digital Foundations

Digital Tools for Print Design .................................................................Bryan Rodrigues.................. 01................ Tues + Thurs, June 14 – July 21........... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 19 TBA........................................ 02............... Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 2 – 5pm.......................... 19 Digital Design for the Screen .................................................................Donna Salisbury...................................... Tues + Thurs, June 14 – July 21........... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 19 Adobe Illustrator I .....................................................................................TBA............................................................ Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 20 Adobe Photoshop I . ..................................................................................David Fleurant..................... 01................ Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 20 Bryan Rodrigues.................. 02............... Tues + Thurs, June 14 – July 21........... 2 – 5pm.......................... 20 Advanced Photoshop: Speed Painting new .........................................Matthew E. Paquin.................................. Mon, June 13 – July 25.......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 20 Graphic Design

Adobe InDesign .........................................................................................Bryan Rodrigues...................................... Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 21 Graphic Design Overview .......................................................................Dina Zaccagnini Vincent....................... Tues, June 14 – July 19.......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 21 Vibrant Vector Design . ............................................................................Mary Beth Cryan..................................... Wed, June 15 – July 20......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 21 Digital Prepress Production ...................................................................Wayne Vieira........................................... Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 22 Graphic Design Studio: Package Design . ...........................................Josephine Eke.......................................... Fri, June 17 – July 22.............................. 2 – 5pm.......................... 22 Advertising Design

Copywriting: Using Words to Persuade ..............................................Gale Litchfield.......................................... Wed, June 15 – July 20......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 22 Designing an Ad Campaign ....................................................................Philip Keith............................................... Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 22 Animation + Video

The Art of Making Movies ......................................................................Jessica Jennings...................................... Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 23 Page to Post: Producing the Indie Short . ............................................Adam Short.............................................. Mon, June 13 – July 25.......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 23 Principles of Animation new . ..................................................................Jane Kernan.............................................. Tues, June 14 – July 19.......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 23 Design for the Web

Web Design with Dreamweaver ...........................................................Donna Salisbury...................................... Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 23 Flash I: Web Animation + Interactivity ...............................................Mikhail Mansion..................................... Tues + Thurs, June 14 – July 21........... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 23 Cascading Style Sheets . ..........................................................................Mikhail Mansion..................................... Mon + Wed, June 13 – July 25............. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 24 JavaScript for Non-Programmers .........................................................Fred Spencer............................................ Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 24 Flash Catalyst .............................................................................................Bryan Rodrigues...................................... Fri, June 17 – July 22.............................. 9:30am – 12:30pm....... 25 Web Architecture ...................................................................................Bruce Campbell....................................... June 13 – July 29............................................................................. 25 JavaScript for the Experienced User . ..................................................Bruce Campbell....................................... Thurs, June 16 – July 21........................ 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 25 Digital Design Intensives Week: July 26 – 31 WordPress Literacy: Content Management Made Easy ................Mikhail Mansion..................................... Tue - Thurs, July 26 - 28....................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 26 Harnessing the Power of Social Media . ..............................................TBA............................................................ Tues, July 26........................................... 7 – 9pm.......................... 26 The Unbearable Lighting of Video new ................................................Jessica Jennings...................................... Thurs, July 28......................................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 26 Next-Gen Web Primer: HTML5 and CSS ............................................Fred Spencer............................................ Fri, July 29............................................... 7 – 9pm.......................... 26 Jump into Maya: 3D in Two Days . ........................................................Jane Kernan.............................................. Sat + Sun, July 30 + 31.......................... 9am – 4pm.................... 26

Art in Context Art and Antiques Appraisal + Connoisseurship

Resources for Appraisers: Boston Collections new ..........................Brian Tierney............................................ Fri, June 24.............................................. 9am – 5pm..................... 27 Aesop’s Mirror: Searching for Provenance new . ...............................Maryalice Huggins.................................. Sat, June 25............................................. 9am – 12:30pm............. 27 American Furniture Survey: Eastern + Midwestern Regions. .......Louise T. Hall............................................ Thurs – Sat, July 28 – 30...................... 9am – 5pm..................... 27 Historic Preservation

Old House Research .................................................................................Sarah Vukovich Mycroft........................ Mon, June 13 – July 25.......................... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 28 Retrofitting Historic Structures for Greater Energy Performance: The Good, the Bad + the Ugly new . .........................Robert Cagnetta...................................... Sat + Sun, June 25 + 26........................ 10am – 4pm.................. 28 Art, Mind + Spirit

Art Therapy Experiential Workshop: Making + Processing Art ....Cordelia Wheelock................................. Sat + Sun, June 25 + 26........................ 10am – 4pm.................. 28

The Business of Art + Design career development for artists + Designers

Writing Your Resume new ........................................................................Reece Tormos.......................................... Sat, June 25............................................. 10am – 12pm................. 29 Acing Your Interview new . .......................................................................Reece Tormos.......................................... Sat, July 23.............................................. 10am – 12pm................. 29 Handmade Business: Selling Your Work on Etsy .............................Allison Cole.............................................. Wed, June 22.......................................... 6:30 – 8:30pm.............. 30 Build or Rebuild Your Personal Brand Using the Internet ..............Glenn Gutmacher................................... Tues, July 12............................................ 6:30 – 8:30pm.............. 30 Build Your Online Portfolio ..................................................................Bryan Rodrigues...................................... June 13 – July 29............................................................................. 30

Artful Living Home + Garden Design

Decorating 101: Your Room Redesign at Thos. Moser new ............Chris Eramo, Paul Santos...................... Sat, June 18............................................. 10am – 12pm................. 31 Inspiration + Innovations: Tour Boston’s Design District ..............Chris Eramo, Paul Santos...................... Wed, June 15........................................... 10am – 1pm................... 31 Perennial Garden Design: Succession Planting for Year-Round Pleasure ................................................................................Michael Veracka..................................... Wed, June 29.......................................... 6:30 – 8:30pm.............. 31 Culinary Arts + Entertaining

The Handcrafted Brew .............................................................................Aaron Crossette...................................... Wed, June 22.......................................... 6:30 – 8:30pm.............. 31 Everyday Greenmarket Meals new ........................................................Robin Brandes.......................................... Thurs, July 14.......................................... 6:30 – 8:30pm.............. 31 Tantalizing Tapas new ...............................................................................Chefs St-Germain and Wood............... Tues, June 14.......................................... 6:30 – 8:30pm.............. 32 Summer Entertaining Made Easy new . ................................................Chefs St-Germain and Wood............... Tues, June 21........................................... 6:30 – 8:30pm.............. 32 Spice it Up: Vegetarian Indian Cuisine new . .......................................Chefs St-Germain and Wood............... Tues, June 28.......................................... 6:30 – 8:30pm.............. 32 Season to Taste: Vietnamese Cuisine new ..........................................Chefs St-Germain and Wood............... Tues, July 12............................................ 6:30 – 8:30pm.............. 32 Cooking with Beer new ..............................................................................Chefs St-Germain and Wood............... Tues, July 19............................................ 6:30 – 8:30pm.............. 32 Summer’s Bounty: Cooking with Fruits of the Farm new . ................Chefs St-Germain and Wood............... Tues, July 26........................................... 6:30 – 8:30pm.............. 32

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risd|ce summer at a glance Young Artist Program

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Youth, 5-12

Artstart. ............................................................................................ 5-6.........Barbara Voccola.......................01 .......... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 9am – 12pm................... 33 Jana DeSimone.........................02.......... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 33 Melissa Cardillo.......................03.......... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 9am – 12pm................... 33 ReART!. ............................................................................................. 5-6.........Hope Chella.............................................. Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 1 – 4pm........................... 34 Playing with Imagination. ............................................................ 5-6.........Hope Chella...............................01........... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 1 – 4pm........................... 34 TBA.............................................02.......... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 1 – 4pm........................... 34 Paintbox. ........................................................................................... 7-8..........Hope Chella...............................01........... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 9am – 12pm................... 34 Jennifer Ashley Singleton.......02 ......... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 34 Jennifer Ashley Singleton.......03.......... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 9am – 12pm................... 34 Kids Sketch: An Introduction to Drawing................................ 7-8..........Susan Clarke............................................ Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 9am – 12pm................... 34 Re-Creation: Uncommon Possibilities. .................................... 7-8..........Michael DiMucci..................................... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 1 – 4pm........................... 34 Sculpted Fantastical Faces. ......................................................... 7-8..........TBA............................................................ Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 1 – 4pm........................... 34 Creature Feature............................................................................. 7-8..........Melissa Cardillo...................................... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 1 – 4pm........................... 35 Claymania!. ...................................................................................... 7-8..........Ellen Blomgren..........................01........... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 1 – 4pm........................... 35 Ellen Blomgren..........................02.......... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 9am – 12pm................... 35 Art Explorers. .................................................................................. 9-12........Ruth Shouval.............................01........... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 9am – 12pm................... 35 Michael DiMucci......................02.......... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 35 Jana DeSimone.........................03.......... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 1 – 4pm........................... 35 Clayworks......................................................................................... 9-12........Ellen Blomgren..........................01........... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 9am – 12pm................... 36 Ellen Blomgren..........................02.......... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 36 Cool Contraptions: Toy of the Century..................................... 9-12........Michael DiMucci......................01........... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 9am – 12pm................... 36 Michael DiMucci......................02.......... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 1 – 4pm........................... 36 ‘Tooning Around: Cartoon Workshop. ..................................... 9-12........Bri Johnson............................................... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 9am – 12pm .................. 36 Cartooning Critters new ................................................................ 9-13........Brandon Strathmann.............................. Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 1 – 4pm........................... 36 Adventures in Drawing!. .............................................................. 9-12........Jennifer Ashley Singleton...................... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 1 – 4pm........................... 36 Dramarama...................................................................................... 9-12........Amy Lynn Budd....................................... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 36 Imagination Takes Flight.............................................................. 9-12........Michael DiMucci..................................... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 1 – 4pm........................... 37 Kidstyle!............................................................................................ 9-12........Jennifer Rice............................................. Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 9am – 12pm................... 37 Architecture: Fantasy Play Space.............................................. 9-12........Lindsay Beebe.......................................... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 9am – 12pm................... 37 Digital Wizardry: An Intro to Computer Graphics. .............. 9-12........Gabrielle Portal........................................ Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 9am – 12pm................... 37 Claymation....................................................................................... 9-12........Brandon Strathmann.............................. Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 1 – 4pm........................... 37 Experiments in Animation........................................................... 9-12........Brandon Strathmann.............................. Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 37 Young Artist Camps, 7-17

Heroic Efforts new ........................................................................... 7-12........Steven Hayes, Lindsay Beebe............... Mon - Fri, June 20 – 24..................... 9am-4pm....................... 38 Food Acts Up! new . ......................................................................... 7-12........Patricia Huntington, A.J. Morse........... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 9am-4pm....................... 38 Masterpieces, Meanings + Mysteries new .............................. 7-12........Donald Chabot, Patricia Huntington.. Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am-4pm....................... 38 Enchanted Forest: Gnomes, Trolls + Fairies new .................... 7-12........Donald Chabot, A.J. Morse................... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 9am-4pm....................... 38 Stop Motion Animation................................................................ 13-17.......Brandon Strathmann.............................. Mon - Fri, June 20 – 24..................... 9am-4pm....................... 38 Young Adults, 12-17

Art Studio......................................................................................... 12-17.......William McKenna....................01........... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 9am – 12pm................... 41 William McKenna....................02.......... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 41 Steven Hayes............................03.......... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 1 – 4pm........................... 41 Jana DeSimone.........................04.......... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 9am – 12pm................... 41 Fundamentals of Drawing............................................................ 12-17.......Frank Piccirillo..........................01........... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 1 – 4pm........................... 41 Steven Hayes............................02.......... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 1 – 4pm........................... 41 Steven Hayes............................03.......... Tues, June 28 – August 2................. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 41 Introduction to Figure Drawing.................................................. 13-17.......Ruth Shouval.............................01........... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 1 – 4pm........................... 41 Ruth Shouval.............................02.......... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 9am – 12pm................... 41 Eleanor Sabin............................03.......... Thurs, June 30 – August 4............... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 41 Design Fundamentals from A to Z. ........................................... 12-17.......David Planka............................................ Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 1 – 4pm........................... 42 Design Challenge!.......................................................................... 12-17.......Lauren Conti............................................. Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 42 Color Fever!...................................................................................... 12-17.......Crystal Paolucci....................................... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 1 – 4pm........................... 42 Designed to Rock. .......................................................................... 12-17.......Nicholas Holcomb.................................. Tues, June 28 – August 2................. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 42 Brand Yourself................................................................................. 13-17.......Lynda Shoup............................................. Wed, June 29 – August 3................. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 43 Original Duplicity: The Art of the Print!.................................. 12-17.......Ruth Shouval............................................ Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 43 Sketchbook Workshop: The Sketchbook as Art new . ........... 12-17.......Jessica Lee Perry..................................... Thurs, June 30 – August 4............... 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 43 Land of the Wee: Designing Miniatures for Fun + Film new . 12-17.......Jessica Lee Perry..................................... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 1 – 4pm........................... 43 Gardens: Art + Design with Nature and the Earth. .............. 12-17.......Kurt Van Dexter...................................... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 9am – 12pm................... 43 Architecture: Designing Meaningful Shelters for Life. ....... 12-17.......Kurt Van Dexter...................................... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 43 Watercolor Studio: Painting with Translucence.................... 12-17.......Ben Macomber........................................ Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 9am – 12pm................... 44 Painting Studio................................................................................ 12-17.......Frank Piccirillo......................................... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 44 Making Your Mark in Drawing + Painting new . ...................... 12-17.......Heather Cronin-Bachstein.................... Wed, June 29 – August 3................. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 44 Plein Air Painting: Watercolor on Location new ..................... 12-17.......Christina Miles........................................ Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 1 – 4pm........................... 44 The Fabric Palette: Bringing Color to Design new .................. 12-17.......Crystal Paolucci....................................... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 45 Introduction to Designer Knitting............................................. 12-17.......Rhonda Fargnoli....................................... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 9am – 12pm................... 45 Knitwear Design: Vogue Knitting Challenge new . ................. 12-17.......Rhonda Fargnoli....................................... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 45 Young Fashion Designers: A Runway to Success.................. 12-17.......Candace French........................01........... Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 1 – 4pm........................... 46 Candace French........................02.......... Tues, June 28 – August 2................. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 46 Young Fashion Designers: Creative Constructions.............. 12-17.......Candace French....................................... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 1 – 4pm........................... 46 Fresh Fashion: Exploring Innovative Materials...................... 12-17.......Pat Ubaldi Nurnberger........................... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 46 From History to High Fashion..................................................... 12-17.......Pat Ubaldi Nurnberger........................... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 1 – 4pm........................... 46 The Fashion Collection: A Designer’s Dream Realized. ........ 12-17.......Pat Ubaldi Nurnberger........................... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 9am – 12pm................... 47 Ceramic Sculpture.......................................................................... 12-17.......Ellen Blomgren..........................01 .......... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 1 – 4pm........................... 47 Bruce Lenore.............................02.......... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 1 – 4pm........................... 47 Stained Glass new . .......................................................................... 12-17.......Christina Miles........................................ Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 1 – 4pm........................... 47 Start Cartooning............................................................................. 12-17.......Jane Kernan.............................................. Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 47 Comic Book Creator....................................................................... 13-17.......Jack Purcell............................................... Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 1 – 4pm........................... 47 Magical Girl Style........................................................................... 12-17.......Gabrielle Portal........................................ Tues, June 28 – August 2................. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 47 Heroes in Space (3D, That Is)..................................................... 12-17.......Jesse Farrell.............................................. Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 1 – 4pm........................... 48 Full-Speed Painting with Photoshop......................................... 13-17.......Matthew E. Paquin.................................. Wed, June 29 – August 3................. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 48 Drawing for Animation................................................................. 13-17.......Brandon Strathmann.............................. Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 48 Computer Animation. ................................................................... 12-17.......Brandon Strathmann.............................. Mon - Fri, June 27 – July 8............... 9am – 12pm................... 48 Stop Motion Animation................................................................ 13-17.......Brandon Strathmann.............................. Mon - Fri, July 25 – August 5........... 9am – 12pm................... 49 Basic Game Design with Web Technologies.......................... 12-17.......Bruce Campbell....................................... Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 9am – 12pm................... 49 Mastering Maya Machines. ........................................................ 13-17.......Matthew E. Paquin.................................. Mon - Fri, July 11 – 22........................ 1 – 4pm........................... 49 Movie Masterworks: Cinema’s Vampires............................... 13-17.......Jenn Dlugos.............................................. Tues, June 28 – August 2................. 6:30 – 9:30pm.............. 49

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Courses are open to anyone interested in pursuing certificate subject matter for professional or personal growth. Certificate programs address specific professional training needs of adult students, many of whom have college and professional experience but want to upgrade their skills or make a career change. Certificate program courses prepare students for work in their chosen fields, and part-time evening study allows people with career or family commitments to come back to school. Non-certificate students may take certificate courses provided they meet applicable prerequisites.

Courses other than those listed here or in the Certificate Program Guides may qualify as electives with the permission of the certificate advisor. Students who have very specific professional needs should also discuss their requirements with the relevant advisor.

How to Enroll Read the Certificate Program Guide for the specific program(s) of interest to learn about program objectives, requirements and prerequisites, and then submit the Application for Candidacy at any time during the academic year. Courses taken prior to declaration may be applied toward a certificate within a one-year grace period, provided retroactive payment of applicable fees is made upon application.

Advertising Design

Animation *

AS Appraisal Studies in Art + Antiques Children’s Book Illustration

Comic + Sequential Art

Digital Photography

Digital Video Production

Academic Advising

Drawing + Painting Studies

Should you have questions not answered in the Certificate Program Guides, please request an academic advisement appointment at 401 454-6200. Students interested in our certificate programs for young adults should visit www.risd.edu/ce or call 401 454-6200 for more information (see also page 39).

Graphic Design **

Historic Preservation

Interior Design

Natural Science Illustration

Web Design + Development

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Candidates expecting to graduate in June 2011 should have already petitioned to graduate. If not, they must call 401 454-6200 to request a Petition to Graduate form.

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Courses that apply to one or more of RISD | CE’s certificate programs are noted with the following codes. Please consult the Certificate Program Guides for each program’s prerequisites. Note: The codes below may differ from those used with the RISD degree programs. Contact hours are given for elective courses only.

Graduation

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certificate programs + required courses offe Advertising Design (AD) Gale Litchfield, Advisor Students are introduced to the creative, conceptual and technical skills necessary to enter or advance in the field of advertising with a focus on messages deliverable through print, broadcast or digital media. By developing skills in marketing, production planning and critical thinking, students learn to design effective advertising campaigns. This focused study results in a portfolio that demonstrates innovative approaches to market minded communications and greater sensitivity to the practical considerations driving both consumers and businesses. Required courses (AD-R) offered this summer: Copywriting: Using Words to Persuade page 22 Designing an Ad Campaign page 22 Digital Design for the Screen page 19 Digital Tools for Print Design page 19 Electives are noted with AD-E.

Animation (AN) formerly Computer Animation Jane Kernan, Advisor Building an animated movie frame by frame takes a specific skill set. In this program, students gain the expertise needed to create original 2D and 3D animated stories as they practice their abilities in concept design, character animation and the use of computer-based tools, and complete projects that lead to the assembly of a portfolio show reel. Whether they plan to animate graphics, characters or games, students acquire the confidence vital to pursue careers in this evolving and expanding industry. Required courses (AN-R) offered this summer:

Appraisal Studies in Art + Antiques (AS)

Digital Photography (DI)

Louise T. Hall, Advisor

Photography is both an art and a science, requiring both aesthetic and technical skills. This program addresses the need for photographers of all levels to stay technologically current and creatively relevant. With its broad instructional focus, the program is appropriate for both beginning and experienced photographers and equally pertinent to those who want to provide images in service of advertising, documentary or expressive needs. Students learn in the field, the digital processing lab and the lighting studio as they study camera techniques and the modification, exhibition and circulation of their portfolio of images.

RISD | CE and the American Society of Appraisers combine their resources to provide students with the theoretical skills needed to build a career in the appraisal of personal property and to develop a more thorough appreciation of collecting fine art, decorative art and antiques. Through lecture, demonstration and the study of art objects, students learn the history, theory, and practical skills necessary to collect and/or appraise a wide range of items with assurance and competence. Electives (only) are offered this summer, and are noted with AS-E.

Required courses (DI-R) offered this summer:

Children’s Book Illustration (CB)

Adobe Photoshop I page 20

Cheryl Kirk Noll, Advisor

The Digital Print page 12

Aspiring illustrators are introduced to the multi-faceted world of children’s book design and illustration while surveying the creative, technical and business aspects of the illustration field. With an emphasis on process, students develop the skills in drawing, painting, writing, digital design, research and development they need to embark on an illustration career. Creating pictures that capture ideas is the central focus, as students become familiar with the unique formats and protocols of this highly specialized field while building an eye-catching portfolio. Required courses (CB-R) offered this summer: Adobe Photoshop I page 20 Color Theory page 8 Digital Tools for Print Design page 19 Drawing I page 7 Two-Dimensional Design page 7 Electives are noted with CB-E.

Adobe Photoshop I page 20 Digital Design for the Screen page 19

Comic + Sequential Art (SA)

Flash I: Web Animation + Interactivity page 23

Ryder Windham, Advisor

Electives are noted with AN-E.

Lindsay Elgin, Advisor

This program provides students with the opportunity to explore the history, scholarship and assembly of words and pictures that combine to become compelling visual narratives. With core lessons in drawing, story-telling and computer-based workflow, the program allows for the creation of an eye-catching portfolio that will entice editors and publishers. Whether you call them strips, comic books or graphic novels, you will learn the creative and technical aspects of this unique art form that has become an undeniable presence in contemporary popular culture.

Digital Photography I page 11 Digital Tools for Print Design page 19 The History of Photography (Online Course) page 12 Photographic Lighting I page 11 Photography: An Introduction page 11 Photoshop: Navigating the Digital Darkroom page 12 Electives are noted with DI-E.

Digital Video Production (VE) Albert Ibbotson, Advisor This program provides students with a fast-paced curriculum designed to allow novices entry into the digital video production field, as well as further study for forward-thinking digital video professionals who want to keep pace with the business’s dynamic technological advances. The program emphasizes both technical proficiency and aesthetic sensibility as students learn while working on motion graphic and film production exercises that lead to the construction of complete and original short form projects. Students gain the skill set needed to communicate visually and the show reel needed to pursue careers in movie production, broadcasting and web-delivered entertainment. Required courses (VE-R) offered this summer: Adobe Photoshop I page 20 The Art of Making Movies page 23 Digital Design for the Screen page 19 Page to Post: Producing the Indie Short page 23 Electives are noted with VE-E.

Required courses (SA-R) offered this summer: Adobe Photoshop I page 20 Designing Character page 9 Digital Tools for Print Design page 19 Drawing I page 7 Two-Dimensional Design page 7

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rses offered this summer Drawing + Painting Studies (DS)

Historic Preservation (HP)

Michael Peery, Advisor

Sarah Vukovich Mycroft, Advisor

Within the context of a structured studio environment, students develop critical skills in drawing and painting while exploring the intimate relationship between the two. The curriculum provides a solid foundation in depicting the subject and its setting, while providing tools for experimentation and self-expression. Participants develop confidence and competency with diverse techniques, and learn how to link them to conceptual concerns. The result is the ability to successfully represent any subject, to develop one’s own personal visual language and to become selfdirected to work independently as an artist.

In this program, students interested in the preservation and reuse of the built environment gain an appreciation and understanding of historic structures and their context. Taught by preservation professionals, the curriculum combines studies of the history of historic preservation, architectural history, historic interiors and material culture, design, and preservation documentation with site-specific studies of historic properties in Providence and surrounding areas. Electives allow students to focus their course of study and to further make the most of the dynamic preservation communities of Rhode Island and New England.

Required courses (DS-R) offered this summer:

Required courses (HP-R) offered this summer:

Color Theory page 8

Old House Research page 28

Drawing I page 7

Electives are noted with HP-E.

Materials + Techniques page 10 Two-Dimensional Design page 7 Electives are noted with DS-E.

graphic Design (GR) formerly Print Design Process + Production Dina Zaccagnini Vincent, Advisor To effectively develop a printed piece from concept to fruition, one must understand the principles and conventions of the visual language of graphic design, the design process, and the technology used to produce a finished product. This certificate program focuses on pragmatic problem-solving through an emphasis on the conceptual design process. Students explore structures and systems in relationship to typography and image, as well as semiotics, in a project based learning environment through the creation of posters, brochures, books, publications and identity systems. Throughout the program, students continually develop and refine their portfolios in preparation for careers as professional graphic designers, project managers and art directors. Required courses (GR-R) offered this summer: Adobe Illustrator I page 20 Adobe InDesign page 21 Adobe Photoshop I page 20 Digital Prepress Production page 22 Digital Tools for Print Design page 19 Graphic Design Overview page 21 Graphic Design Studio: Package Design page 22 Electives are noted with GR-E.

Interior Design (ID)

David Paolino, Advisor The Interior Design Certificate Program equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to create and implement all phases of an interior design. Courses address the creative aspects of the field as students develop the discipline and organizational skills that are the foundation of a successful business. Color, texture, light and the inherent characteristics of materials interact to convey the language of design together with such functional concerns as structural and space planning. Upon completion, students will be prepared to pursue a variety of careers in interior design. Please note: this non-credit program does not satisfy NCIDQ or ASID eligibility requirements. Required courses (ID-R) offered this summer: Building Materials, Systems + Methods of Construction page 17 CAD for Interior Design page 17 Dimensional Color: Introduction to Color for Interior Design page 18 Drawing + Rendering Interiors page 17 Lighting for Interior Design I page 17 Materials for Interior Design I page 17 Principles of Interior Design page 16 Two-Dimensional Design page 7 Electives are noted with ID-E.

Natural Science Illustration (NS) Amy Bartlett Wright, Advisor From Lady’s Slipper Orchids to Eastern Painted Turtles to Ruby-throated Hummingbirds, scientific illustrators must communicate accurate natural science information while applying artistic skills of design, drawing and painting. In this program, students develop the observational skills necessary for realistic depiction while they hone their artistic abilities to create visually powerful illustrations. Students work from nature at all times and render in a variety of media and techniques to find their chosen medium. The program uses unique RISD facilities, such as the Edna Lawrence Nature Laboratory, and local resources, including the Roger Williams Park Museum of Natural History, Zoo and Greenhouse, to aid students in the process of observing and depicting the natural world. Students create portfolios of their strongest work, demonstrating competency in traditional and digital rendering of Natural Science subjects for the purpose of professional marketing and potential publication. Required courses (NS-R) offered this summer: Adobe Photoshop I page 20 Color Theory page 8 Digital Tools for Print Design page 19 Drawing I page 7 Two-Dimensional Design page 7 Electives are noted with NS-E.

Web Design + Development (WE) Eric Paul Meier, Advisor This certificate program prepares students to enter, or stay current with, a complex and continually evolving field. Its programmatic objectives address technical functionality and design topics while acknowledging the electronic media professional’s responsibilities to organize information, communicate clearly and consider and incorporate the user’s needs. From the initial creative concept through website development and management, students assemble a web portfolio while practicing the strategies for meeting a client’s expectations for timely project delivery. Required courses (WE-R) offered this summer: Cascading Style Sheets page 24 Digital Design for the Screen page 19 Flash I: Web Animation + Interactivity page 23 JavaScript for Non-Programmers page 24 Web Design with Dreamweaver page 23 Electives are noted with WE-E.

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fine arts Foundation pages 7 – 8 Drawing + Illustration pages 8 – 9 Painting + Printmaking page 10 Photography pages 11 – 13 Ceramics + Glass page 13 Jewelry + Metal Arts page 14 Sculpture + Woodworking page 14 Book + Paper Arts page 14 Find faculty bios at www.risd.edu/ce; click on the Faculty link. Find certificate program information on pages 4 – 6.

Foundation

Two-Dimensional Design FOUND-1815 :: Claudia Dunagan

Drawing I FOUND-2214 :: Robin Wiseman For amateur and professional alike, drawing skills are fundamental to the artist’s visual education. Through guided practice, beginning students sharpen their powers of observation as they learn to translate what they see into drawings. Using basic tools and materials, students develop their drawing skills by exploring concepts such as line, form, value, proportion, perspective and composition. Through a series of graduated exercises, students learn to draw the figure, still lifes and the environment with confidence and prepare for further work in a variety of art media. Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): AD-E, AN-E, CB-R, DS-R, GR-E, NS-R, SA-R Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 12 sessions tuition: $450 :: model fee: $25

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Design is the discipline underlying all forms of visual expression, and an understanding of two-dimensional design principles is the basis for all 2D art forms. This course introduces students to the formal elements of design: line, shape, pattern, value, texture, color and space. Working through a variety of challenging exercises, students use these elements to solve problems of visual organization. The placement of visual elements into an organized whole is the basis of composition, and skills acquired in this class have direct applications to anyone working in two-dimensional media, from advertising art directors to illustrators, interior designers and painters. Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): AD-E, AN-E, CB-R, DI-E, DS-R, ID-R, NS-R, SA-R Tuesdays + Thursdays, June 14 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 12 sessions tuition: $450 :: lab fee: $10

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Color Theory FOUND-2215 :: Carlotta Danzante Miller Van Gogh, Matisse, Titian and even Warhol were masterful colorists who used color deliberately to create powerful drama in their work. Indeed, the dynamics of color are fundamental to virtually all design, illustration and painting. In this course, students explore how the concepts of value, hue and intensity relate to design and how the use of color is integral to a piece’s effect and ultimate success. As students explore the specific applications of color used by professionals in advertising, illustration and two- and three-dimensional design, they come to understand the integration of art and science we call color theory. Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): AD-E, AN-E, CB-R, DI-E, DS-R, GR-E, ID-E, NS-R, SA-E Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 12 sessions tuition: $450 :: lab fee: $10

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Introduction to Studio Art

ILUS-2461 :: Katharine Cope From Leonardo’s “chalk” drawings to paintings made with chocolate, studio art can encompass an infinite, and often bewildering, array of materials, techniques, processes and concepts. Through a sequential study of artistic elements, art media, and drawing and painting techniques, students in this course experience the fundamentals of two-dimensional studio art. Students build foundation level skills through hands-on practice and assignments, and are introduced to visual vocabulary, techniques, tools and media (including pencil, charcoal, ink and waterbased paint), and processes. Exercises focusing on light, tonal drawing, and linear and atmospheric perspective expose students to both black and white and color. The course is ideal for the beginning student who wants to learn about art, but doesn’t quite know where to start. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): CB-E, DS-E, NS-E, SA-E Wednesdays, June 15 – July 20 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305 :: lab fee: $25

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» Weekend Workshop Drawing the Landscape DWG-2210 :: Amy Bartlett Wright The beautiful landscapes of the New England summer cry out to be captured, yet the prospect of interpreting these complex subjects on paper can be daunting. This course demystifies the process and gives students the skills to approach landscape drawing with confidence. Using Blithewold Mansion as the setting, we experiment with drawing tools to express different parts of the landscape: rocks, foliage, water, trees and a variety of background forms. Students use an assortment of materials (pencil, charcoal, colored pencil and watercolor pencil) as they learn different formats for isolating and simplifying composition and become familiar with a four-value system to suggest form, light, shadow, distance and mood. They also apply the rules of perspective to create intimate drawings that suggest a variety of spatial situations, cloudscapes and interesting atmospheric effects. Note: A materials list is sent to registered students. Class meets at an off-campus location; directions are sent to registered participants. Applies to the following certificate programs (12 contact hours): CB-E, DS-E, NS-E Saturday + Sunday, June 18 + 19 10am – 4pm 2 sessions tuition: $220 :: lab fee: $25

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Drawing Animals: Structure + Texture DWG-2227 :: Johnny Adimando Beginning with prehistoric cave art, humans have always been fascinated with capturing the form and grace of animals. Indeed, artists learn to create dynamic drawings by understanding the structure of the skeleton and animal musculature. This course is appropriate for illustrators, animal lovers and fine artists – anyone interested in drawing animals – and accommodates all skill levels. Working in the RISD Nature Lab, students begin with studies of animal skulls and skeletons to gain a better understanding of proportion and structure. They move on to examine the superficial musculature, motion and comparative anatomy of these specimens. The course also explores proportion and balance, and introduces Renaissance techniques for rendering well-defined three-dimensional form. Ultimately, experimentation with materials and techniques strengthens students’ ability to render textural surface quality in depicting feathers, scales and fur. Note: Previous drawing experience is helpful but not required. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AN-E, CB-E, DS-E, NS-E, SA-E Tuesdays, June 14 – July 5 6:30 – 9:30pm Saturday, July 9 10am – 4pm 5 sessions tuition: $305 :: lab fee: $10

Human Anatomy DWG-2240 :: Jennifer Raimondi This course provides many tools for the artist who wishes to depict the human form with confidence and precision. We use various conceptual models that allow for the presentation of the figure from any point of view, combining structural and muscular systems into a dynamic whole. By coding the movements of the joints, plotting anatomical landmarks on the volumes of the figure, establishing a proportional system, and uniting exterior contour with interior anatomical structures, students develop a set of figurative principles that can be applied to any figure in any position. Working from live models, students arrive at a fusion of the conceptual figurative model with observations from life. Artists at all levels of experience stand to benefit from this course. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): CB-E, DS-E, NS-E, SA-E Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305 :: model fee: $25

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Pastels

ILUS-2460 :: Michele Noiset Distinctive for its luminosity, the pastel medium is unique in that it allows drawing and painting to come together as one. Fresh, pure, and instant color is achieved with direct application to paper – with no tubes to squeeze, paints to mix or brushes to clean. The versatility of pastels lends itself to a large range of stylistic possibilities, from softly blended surfaces to free, sketch-like layering. In this course, demonstrations are given on the various ways to build drawings, followed by experimentation by students. Techniques and mark-making – such as blocking, optical mixing, scumbling and feathering – as well as drawing fundamentals, are covered. Working primarily with soft pastels on colored paper, students work from still-life set-ups and portraits, building composition through light and value, form, tone and color as an introduction to the vast potential of the pastel medium. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): CB-E, DS-E, NS-E Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305 :: lab fee: $10

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NATUR-4199 :: Elise Paradis Whether rendering delicately drawn daffodils, or bold, broad-stroked birch bark, this course enhances your observational skills and ability to depict the natural world, while introducing you to the expressive world of botanicals and the medium of egg tempera. Class begins with observation of fresh flowers and specimens from RISD’s Edna Lawrence Nature Lab, followed by rendering observations into natural studies in pencil. Drawings are translated into paintings, using tempera – a permanent, fast-drying medium consisting of colored pigment mixed with a water-soluble binder medium (such as egg yolk). Students are introduced to a traditional approach to using egg tempera paint, experimenting with the transparent and opaque properties of the medium, and developing techniques that they are encouraged to incorporate into their personal projects. An overview of the broad applications of botanicals – including for textile design, natural science illustration and fine art – is also presented. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): CB-E, DS-E, NS-E

Subject + Environment: Creating Wildlife Art NATUR-0960 :: Amy Bartlett Wright This advanced-level course expands upon the basic concepts of depicting form and structure first explored in Drawing from Nature: Form + Structure and Painting from Nature: Color + Light, and emphasizes composition, realistic rendering, directional lighting and the range of tonal values, challenging the student to depict the natural object as it relates to a background of realistic scenery. Discussions and demonstrations focus on composition and successful integration of subject and background. In addition, students are encouraged to think beyond representing an isolated natural object to painting a full, complete image of the living entity in its environment. Applies to the following certificate program (18 contact hours): NS-E Prerequisite: Painting from Nature: Color + Light or permission of the instructor Wednesdays, June 15 – July 20 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305

Designing Character ILUS-2202 :: Jack Purcell How do you breathe life into a sketch and turn it into a memorable, original character? This must-have course for creators of children’s books, comics, animated cartoons and video games explores the techniques that designers of all stripes rely on to visualize a character from a script or story. Remember, pop culture’s most prominent fictional icons began on the printed page before taking their prominent place in our hearts and minds. Beginning with an editorial description, students use historical, anatomic and cultural references to sketch their characters’ identities as they invent and reinterpret both new and familiar concepts. Students also become acquainted with the strict legal guidelines that govern all “licensed characters” (think Shrek or Iron Man), as well as with professional ethics surrounding work for hire. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AN-E, CB-E, SA-R Prerequisite: Basic drawing skills or Drawing I Wednesdays, June 15 – July 20 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305

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Painting + Printmaking Printmaking for Illustration PRINT-0139 :: Allison Cole Illustrators go through a lot of trial and error searching for the medium that best suits their style – often learning a technique, but not connecting it to a narrative or idea. This course allows you to do both, by harnessing the graphic power of printmaking to tell visually compelling stories. Low-tech water-based processes are demonstrated and explored, including relief methods involving styrofoam and linoleum, as well as silkscreen techniques using paper stencils. Course work and assignments focus on creating images with meaning and discovering how a particular medium can help. Students work on spot illustrations or develop a series of images based on an established story or one of their own. They quickly see that these easy-to-work-with printmaking methods create exciting results and make them a must for all artists’ repertoires. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): CB-E, DS-E, NS-E Wednesdays, June 15 – July 20 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305 :: lab fee: $10

Watercolor PNT-1501 :: Richard Marthers Producing a well-designed and dynamic watercolor is no accident; success comes through careful planning. In this course, students learn to develop a “road map” to more effectively attain the results they desire in their finished paintings. Along with planning and learning control, an understanding of the transparent qualities of the medium is essential. Students explore tonal handling, light, volume and composition as they master the subtleties and complexities of this transparent medium. Both wet and dry techniques are covered, as are washes, color transparencies and glazing. Demonstrations and class exercises promote an understanding of watercolor’s possibilities and limitations. Design principles are incorporated to make this a great primer or refresher course for both beginners new to the medium and veteran watercolorists. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): CB-E, DS-E, SA-E Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305

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Materials + Techniques PNT-2621 :: Jean Kim It is essential for artists of all levels to have both knowledge of and familiarity with the materials and techniques specific to oil painting in order to fully perfect their craft. Through demonstrations, lectures and hands-on practice, topics covered include stretching canvas and preparing surfaces (cardboard, masonite, wood) for painting supports, paints and paint application, brushes, developing a color palette, and solvents and varnishes. Tonal techniques, direct painting, underpainting and glazing, and use of a palette knife are also explored. Emphasis is on skill building rather than on specific image making so the student is free to experiment. Please note that the course is appropriate for artists of all levels. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): CB-E, DS-R, NS-E, SA-E Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305 :: lab fee: $20

» Weekend Workshop Ship to Shore: Maritime Painting Workshop NATUR-0142 :: Harley Bartlett Capturing the sea’s many moods and responding to its beauty and mystery are just two of the many visual challenges this dynamic subject poses for an artist. Well-known landscape and maritime artist Harley Bartlett reveals step-by-step methods for beginning and then developing a seascape painting. Demonstrations and lectures focus on using the palette as a tool by pre-mixing colors – anticipating a gradated range to facilitate working. Once the palette is set up, the paint is applied in layers to create a sense of depth through atmospheric effects. Using photo sources, students learn to extract essential information, as well as establish an all-important point of view. This total immersion workshop offers a comprehensive introduction to a fascinating subject with techniques that can be applied to all painting genres. Note: Students may use oil or acrylic paints.

Painting en Plein Air at Blithewold PNT-1504 :: Paul Olson Paint in the open air and experience Rhode Island’s visual riches. This intermediatelevel course both reviews oil-painting fundamentals and focuses on expanding the student’s understanding of space, form, light and color. Participants work primarily from observation, using elements of the landscape as subjects for a myriad of representational and expressive possibilities. Demonstrations and group critiques augment this outdoor painting experience. Students meet at Blithewold Mansion and Gardens, a spectacular 33-acre estate located in Bristol, Rhode Island. The property offers striking and varied gardens, glades of native and exotic trees, charming footpaths and sweeping lawns that meet the shore of Narragansett Bay, perfect for plein air painting. Note: A materials list is sent to registered students. The lab fee covers daily admission to Blithewold. In the event of rain, participants paint under cover of structures on the property. Class meets at an off-campus location; directions are sent to registered students. Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): CB-E, DS-E, NS-E Mondays, June 13 – July 25 9am – 3pm :: No Class 7/4 6 sessions tuition: $450 :: lab fee: $20

Applies to the following certificate programs (12 contact hours): CB-E, DS-E, NS-E Saturday + Sunday, June 25 + 26 10am – 4pm 2 sessions tuition: $220

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Digital Photography I

Photographic Lighting I

PHO-1658 :: Lindsay Elgin

PHO-1630 :: Shane Gutierrez

Photography: An Introduction

With the digital revolution in full swing, the challenge in digital photography is to manage this burgeoning technology. Through lecture, demonstration and hands-on practice, students in this course learn to operate digital cameras and to utilize them as precise tools for image capture. Discussions include the many camera, lens and equipment options available to digital photographers and how to establish a digital workflow. As students develop technical and aesthetic skills, they explore shooting techniques, composition and framing, as well as the basics of light control. Other topics covered include image management, adjustment and editing in Photoshop, and printing and archiving digital images. Whether the student’s interest is in fine art, portraiture, event photography or product advertising, or simply in making the move from film to digital, this course provides a solid foundation for future work.

Discover how photographers manipulate natural and artificial light sources to achieve a painterly color palette and the illusion of sculptural form, not to mention sharp detail, in their work. This course covers controlling and combining light situations, as well as using the creative potential of light to interpret and define. A variety of lighting conditions and tools are explored both on location and in the studio. Lighting set-ups, the use of available light, and metering techniques are all covered. Students learn about the creative use of lenses, black-and-white and color film, and other materials to yield a wide range of special effects. Still life, commercial illustration, portraiture and industrial applications are also discussed.

PHO-1647 :: John Hames This course for new and amateur photographers introduces ways of seeing through the lens and makes plain the underlying two-dimensional design issues and visual concepts hidden within the photographic image. Through weekly assignments and critiques, students explore ways to use photography and photographic conventions for their own unique personal expression. Classroom discussions cover everything from portraiture and landscape to abstract work, and introduce methods for students to expand their personal creativity and increase their self-confidence behind the camera. Whether you are interested in black-and-white, color or digital photography, this course provides a strong foundation for any subsequent photographic pursuit. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AD-E, CB-E, DI-R, DS-E, GR-E, NS-E, SA-E, VE-E, WE-E section 01

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Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): AD-E, CB-E, DI-R, DS-E, GR-E, NS-E, SA-E, VE-E, WE-E Prerequisites: Photography: An Introduction and Digital Tools for Print Design or Digital Design for the Screen

Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): AD-E, DI-R, GR-E, SA-E, VE-E, WE-E Prerequisite: Digital Photography I Tuesdays + Thursdays, June 14 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 12 sessions tuition: $695

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The Candid Moment PHO-1667 :: John Hames Wonderfully real, candid portraits of family and friends transcend basic posed snapshots, capturing a moment in time and preserving a memory for years to come. Students in this class learn the importance of willingness, trust, respect, and timing in the making of memorable and satisfying portraits of those people whom they care about, and learn how to successfully approach new subjects whose cooperation and interests present new possibilities. We view the work of master photographers, and discuss the success and intentions of our classmates, all with the view of encouraging more gratifying work. Note: Students may wish to work with digital or film cameras, and may shoot in color or black and white. As this is not a darkroom course, plan to have film developed and printed at a local lab. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): DI-E, VE-E Mondays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 6 sessions tuition: $475

Earth, Sea + Sky: Approaching Landscape Photography PHO-1607 :: Shane Gutierrez A well-executed landscape photograph conveys not only the reality but the soul of the scene it surveys. This course is for photographers who want to develop that inner eye. Our classroom is all around us as we meet at nearby gardens, shorelines, and historic and wooded sites throughout the region. Together we review ways to engage our subject matter, exploring qualities of light, line, pattern, texture and color that combine to become the most successful photographic composition. Throughout the experience we experiment with lenses, exposure, point of view and filters as we capture images that are at times sublime, quaint or ironic. By the sunset of the course, students leave with a body of new work and renewed respect for the power of the natural landscape. Applies to the following certificate programs (24 contact hours): DI-E, VE-E Prerequisites: Photography: An Introduction or Digital Photography I At Tillinghast Farm: Mondays, June 13 – August 8 5:30 – 8:30pm :: No Class 7/4 8 sessions tuition: $495

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Photoshop: Navigating the Digital Darkroom

» Online Course

PHO-1608 :: David Fleurant

The History of Photography

Beyond the basics of the Photoshop tool kit lies a sea of possibilities for image adjustment and manipulation. Intended as a followup to Adobe Photoshop I, this indepth course pays particular attention to advanced image controls for color correction, exposure with contrast adjustment and overall image refinement. We revisit selection tools and explore their advanced uses for creating masks, layer masks and paths. Lectures and demonstrations are supported by in-class and homework assignments, where students have the opportunity to investigate new techniques and apply them to their own photographs. Emphasis is given to developing an image workflow, and we cover the particulars of file formats and organization, as well as color management and calibration. We also begin to explore the finer points of digital printing.

PHO-1634 :: Lindsay Elgin

Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AN-E, DI-R, GR-E, VE-E, WE-E Prerequisite: Adobe Photoshop I Tuesdays, June 14 – July 19 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $475

The Digital Print PHO-1618 :: David Fleurant Your family photos on the mantle are evidence of the deep tradition of the photograph as an object of great importance. The photographic print as an object of beauty and value underlies this course, which examines the generation, presentation and preservation of the digital photographic image. In this age of pixels and camera RAW files, image longevity requires a complete understanding of archival inks and the image’s digital profile. Students in this course build upon their existing knowledge of Photoshop as they learn to properly balance the variables that create a stunning image on paper. Throughout the experience, participants become more familiar with the digital workflow as they gain a new understanding of this final step in the digital photographic printmaking process.

For centuries, people have tried to use lenses to capture their world on paper, but it wasn’t until the period from 1826 to 1840 that this possibility was realized. Surprisingly, what began as a scientific venture ultimately became a tool for art and culture. Indeed, the world of photography expanded exponentially as George Eastman brought photography to the masses with the Kodak camera. Later, with motion and sound added, photography became inextricably linked to every part of life, from the news of the world and visions of the unseen to exploration of the universe beyond. Photographic images have helped to mold public opinion, from the realm of politics to seismic shifts in fashion. At the same time, artist-photographers have continued their efforts to broaden what photography can do as a medium. This course examines that timeline in a unique and engaging lecture format. Note: Students should have Internet access and understand basic web browsing. Course material is posted weekly throughout the term, and students are expected to participate in online discussions. Students are contacted via email by the instructor prior to the start date of class with detailed information. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AD-E, AS-E, DI-R, VE-E June 13 – July 29 tuition: $375 Online Course

Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AD-E, DI-R, GR-E, VE-E Prerequisite: Navigating the Digital Darkroom Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $475 :: lab fee: $50

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new Environmental Portrait Photography

Ceramics + Glass

Advanced Hot Glass

PHO-1678 :: TBA

Stained Glass Mosaics

The environmental portrait is a tremendous opportunity to capture a subject in his or her own familiar surroundings, where natural interaction is more likely. This course provides students with the opportunity to rehearse this photographic encounter, as they adjust to unpredictable lighting scenarios, unforeseen interruptions and the inflexibility of staging and props. The course begins with a critical review of silver print icons including Arnold Newman and Gordon Parks, who have given distinction to this sub-genre of the photojournalist’s trade. Lessons in improvised strobe, and hot and ambient lighting strategies, are first practiced in studio. They are later perfected as students visit four sites and consider figure and ground together as the environmental portrait.

GLAS-2298 :: Nicole Weeks

A master glassblower takes years to perfect his or her craft. Therefore, we have designed this new course for those ready to further develop and refine their glass blowing skills. Here, students are guided to move beyond the beginning level to include exploration of complex multi-part forms and shapes. With the fundamentals fully digested, students can concentrate on defining their individual viewpoint and conceptual thinking skills, and start to work in teams on group projects. Please note that the course takes place at a professional glassblower’s studio with demonstrations and techniques tailored to each student’s needs and interests. In all cases, however, experimentation is highly encouraged. Note: Space is limited in this course, which meets at an off-campus studio, so early registration is recommended. Directions are sent to registered participants.

Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AD-E, DI-E, VE-E Prerequisite: Digital Photography I Wednesdays, June 15 – July 20 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $475

new Styling for Glamour Photography PHO-1674 :: Jessica Grejdus An under-appreciated aspect of digital photography is that the more you get right as you shoot, the less you will have to correct as you edit. For the studio photographer this means more than just a preoccupation with exposure, but also proper planning of your model’s hair and makeup to achieve the “look” that you envision. This class begins with an overview of the traditions of glamour photography. We then observe experienced technicians as they style a model’s hair and makeup, awakening the dramatic potential in an otherwise plain model. The class concludes with lighting, posing and shooting demonstrations. Applies to the following certificate programs (2 contact hours): AD-E, DI-E, VE-E Friday, July 1 7 – 9pm 1 session tuition: $30

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Combining the transparency of stained glass with the portability and flexibility of the mosaic technique, stained glass mosaics unite two crafts into one and result in a new and dazzling art form. Students in this course master the skills they need to design and fabricate their own stained glass mosaic panel, including copying and transferring intricate pattern/designs, preparing appropriate surfaces, selecting cutting techniques and adhesives, embedding the glass, and grouting a piece, the final step in the process. The work of historical and contemporary stained glass artists is highlighted to provide best-practice models, as well as inspiration. The lab fee covers the cost of a kit. No experience is necessary. Mondays, July 5 – 26 6:30 – 9:30pm 4 sessions tuition: $220 :: lab fee: $25

Introduction to Hot Glass

GLAS-0608 :: Bill Riker

Prerequisite: Introduction to Hot Glass or equivalent experience Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $445 :: lab fee: $45

GLAS-0602 :: Bill Riker The art of glass blowing is enjoying a lively revival in specialized facilities throughout the country. Join us at a professional glassblower’s studio to learn the basics of working molten glass, and see how this transparent medium both accommodates and challenges the imagination. Through demonstrations and hands-on experience, students explore contemporary glass-working techniques under the guidance of a skilled artisan, with historic and modern examples of glass works providing inspiration and perspective. As the course progresses, students are encouraged to experiment as far as their newly acquired skills take them. Note: Space is limited in this course, which meets at an off-campus studio, so early registration is encouraged. Directions are sent to registered participants. section 01

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Ceramics CERAM-0318 :: Sharon Pollock The ceramic pot has endured and evolved for centuries as both a practical vessel and as an objet d’art. Indeed, the unique characteristics of ceramic pots provide windows through which to glimpse the nature of entire civilizations. This class emphasizes both technical skills and exploration of personal expression in throwing pots. Beginners learn to center, form, trim and glaze such basic pieces as cups and bowls. More advanced students expand their horizons by making plates, teapots and more. Lids and handles, altered forms, and the use of slips, glazes and other surface treatments are also covered, with demonstrations and personal instruction forming a vital part of every class. Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 12 sessions tuition: $450 :: lab fee: $30

6 sessions tuition: $445 :: lab fee: $45

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Jewelry + Metal Arts

Jewelry + Light Metals: The Basics

Art of Beading: Materials + Techniques

JEWEL-1132 :: Islay Taylor

JEWEL-1119 :: Jennaca Davies Be dazzled by the engaging process of designing and making jewelry with beads. In this hands-on course, students receive step-by-step instruction in using predominantly seed beads while employing off-loom stringing methods. Projects develop from the simple to the complex – with issues of design, process, style, color and texture all considered – as students develop individual ways of working with and creating unique beaded jewelry. Experimentation and play are encouraged, as students gain confidence with various stitches and techniques, including pearl knotting and wire wrapping. For added inspiration, the course includes demonstration and implementation of various traditional and cultural styles of beadwork. Information on bead sources and suppliers is provided, allowing students to continue making necklaces, bracelets, earrings and more – long after the class is over. Tuesdays, June 14 – July 19 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305 :: lab fee: $35

Laser Cutting JEWEL-1118 :: Jennaca Davies Laser technology allows for rapid, remarkable precision in cutting out highly intricate patterns and designs from almost any material. Now considered the go-to technology for industrial manufacturing, laser cutting works by digitally directing the output of a laser at the material to be cut – which then either melts, burns or vaporizes – leaving an edge with a highquality finish. Class work begins with a line drawing of a simple ornament, followed by learning to translate models and sketches into digital files for input into the computer, and then cutting with the laser. A variety of materials are experimented with, including plastics, acrylics, paper, cardboard, thin laminate and wood. Final projects are individually developed and could include a light, wall piece or piece of jewelry. Prerequisite: Students must know how to draw using Adobe Illustrator or AutoCAD. Mondays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 6 sessions tuition: $335 :: lab fee: $30

An intriguing piece of jewelry not only attracts the eye, but complements its wearer or tells a story. In this course, we move beyond appreciation to creation by learning the fundamentals of jewelrymaking techniques, design and fabrication. A range of hand-tool processes is covered through practical exercises and imaginative concept-based projects. The non-technical side of the class focuses on idea development and the critical-thinking skills needed to realize a vision. On the technical front, we cover sawing, filing, hard soldering, scoring/bending, linkages, hollow construction, wire construction and more. In addition, discussion of design, materials, jewelry history and alternative techniques is part of every class. Note: Students may purchase tool kits from the RISD Store 3D on the first day of class for approximately $130. Students are expected to purchase metals for their projects, the nature and scope of which determine costs. Thursdays, June 16 – July 28 6:30 – 9:30pm 7 sessions tuition: $360 :: lab fee: $75

Sculpture + Woodworking new Introductory Sculpture: Plaster SCLP-1891 :: Kelly Goff Plaster of Paris, one of the most versatile materials used to make sculpture, has occupied a vital position throughout the history of art, both as an intermediate material used in production and as an artwork’s final material. This introductory sculpture course explores the range of possibilities that plaster offers, while tackling three essential modes for creating sculpture. Work begins subtractively, with students mixing and pouring blocks of plaster and, as the blocks harden, carving forms using saws, rasps and files. Students then work additively, layering liquid plaster and fabric over simple armatures to create lightweight, but strong, sculptures. In the final approach, students learn the fundamentals of plaster mold-making, with the goal of reproducing an existing object. They then generate multiple castings in various materials such as concrete, rubber or chocolate.

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Shaker Boxes

WOOD-0836 :: Christine Enos Immediately recognizable by its pure, elegant form, Shaker design appears deceptively simple, but the techniques involved are actually quite complex. This course focuses on the bent wood construction of the famous Shaker oval boxes, while exploring the aesthetic of these design pioneers. Hands-on demonstrations and in-depth instruction on the mold/jig forms and methods used to craft the boxes help to make students aware of the conceptual skills these design pioneers based their work and life upon. For the Shakers, the client was the community in which they lived, and careful thought was given to the function, durability and comfort of every piece they made. These considerations are emphasized in class as students (beginner to advanced) create their own Shaker-inspired box, and experience a true American craft. Saturdays, June 18 – July 23 9am – 12pm 6 sessions tuition: $305 :: lab fee: $35

Book + Paper Arts Papermaking BOOK-2162 :: Suzi Cozzens The art of papermaking, first discovered more than 2,000 years ago in China, remains very similar to its origins. This course introduces a variety of papermaking techniques, including preparing pulps, processing fiber, pulling and drying sheets, layering, pulp pigmentation and making watermarks. Using natural dyes, participants make colored sheets and produce many individual pieces of handmade paper, each one an example of this centuries-old process. Students are encouraged to experiment with integrating materials such as plants and flowers into the paper. The history of papermaking is discussed, and examples of the multitude of possibilities for papermaking are shown. Papermaking is an exciting and relatively easy process, with many interesting applications for artists, craftspeople and educators. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): CB-E, DS-E, NS-E Mondays, June 13 – July 25 6 – 9pm :: No Class 7/4 6 sessions tuition: $305 :: lab fee: $35

Wednesdays, June 15 – July 20 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305 :: lab fee: $40

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decorative arts + design

Fine Sewing Techniques for Apparel APP-1898 :: Philip Sawyer

Apparel + Textile Design pages 15 – 16 Interior Design pages 16 – 18 Architecture + Landscape Design page 18 Find faculty bios at www.risd.edu/ce; click on the Faculty link. Find certificate program information on pages 4 – 6.

Apparel + Textile Design Patternmaking I APP-0204 :: Anne Finelli A well-executed pattern is critical to an apparel maker’s ability to translate a design accurately into an attractive garment. This fundamental course in patternmaking introduces students to the techniques of flat-pattern drafting and draping on the dress form. After learning to draft the basic slopers for skirt, bodice and sleeve, students develop apparel concepts using various patterning and draping techniques. For a final project, students design and construct an original garment in muslin. Note: Basic sewing skills are helpful. Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 12 sessions tuition: $450 :: lab fee: $15

Patternmaking II APP-0211 :: Anne Finelli This intermediate course expands upon the skills learned in Patternmaking I, continuing with the more complicated details of a garment, such as collars, facings, plackets, sleeve cuffs and pockets. Students should already have experience with drafting and draping basic slopers, as Patternmaking II begins with sloper manipulation, combined with draping on the dress form. The course addresses knitwear patternmaking, focusing on two- and four-way stretch fabrics. Such patternmaking details as edge treatments and bindings are also examined. By the conclusion of the course, students design and construct an original garment in muslin with clean, interesting details, and are able to make fabric recommendations for a finished garment. Prerequisite: Patternmaking I or equivalent experience Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305 :: lab fee: $10

Designed for the sewer who wants to take their skills to the next level, this course focuses on useful techniques for obtaining professional-looking results. The instructor demonstrates proper measurement and basic manipulation of commercial patterns, as well as construction techniques for handling curves, hems and yokes, and for easily inserting zippers and setting in sleeves. We also cover design details and finishing methods. The student may use their own pattern, or one of the teacher’s, to construct a garment. A tour of the RISD Museum exhibit, Cocktail Culture, provides inspiration for students to incorporate some classic techniques in their own work; the tour date will be planned once class begins. Note: This course is for those who have some sewing experience and access to a sewing machine. Students should expect to work at home between sessions. Class takes place at an off-campus location; directions and a supply list are sent to registered students. Tuesdays + Thursdays, June 14 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 12 sessions tuition: $450

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Silk Painting Basics: Scarves

PNT-4217 :: Joanna Cotter Create gorgeous, vibrant works of wearable art in this hands-on, techniquesdriven silk painting course. Students are introduced to the basics of color mixing and handling; achieving texture with sugar, salt and rubbing alcohol; and using waterbased resist. This is followed by instruction on how to assemble a reusable frame for stretching the silk panels/scarves. Subsequent classes involve stamping and soy wax techniques, “setting” silk dye and assembling a stovetop steamer, along with painting several scarves. Students use templates provided by the teacher to create designs and patterns, and can eventually develop individual designs, if desired. Work is done from tracings and drawings, followed by instruction and demonstration on how to transfer these to the silk. Students leave the course equipped with the resources and knowledge to work and experiment independently. The course is designed for beginners, as well as more experienced artists. Wednesdays, June 29 – July 20 6:30 – 9:30pm 4 sessions tuition: $220 :: lab fee: $50

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Painting for the Textile Designer TEXT-1847 :: Elise Paradis From the graphic abstraction of traditional Japanese textiles, to the lush flora and architecture of 18th-century French wallpaper, to the bold graphics of contemporary home furnishings, the ability to communicate visually with flat color has been an essential tool for the decorative artist. Students in this course develop their paintings from personal reference drawings and precise color croquis, using a variety of flat gouache techniques. Color is considered as an expression of personal style, as well as how it relates to the structure of each painting. Emphasis is placed on developing a professional studio practice while creating pieces that are suitable for reproduction in a variety of applications. Tuesdays, June 14 – July 19 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305

Green Textiles for Home + Apparel TEXT-1961 :: Dawn Oliveira Green design means something very particular to the textile designer, with today’s textile industry facing critical choices about how to manufacture and/or specify products. For fashion, residential or commercial contract fabrics, one must consider sourcing environmentally considered fibers and dyes from GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standards) certified mills around the world. These standards aim to ensure textiles’ organic status – from harvesting of the raw materials to environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing, to labeling – in order to provide credible assurance to the enduser. Students in this course engage in design with environmental concerns at the forefront, by incorporating green imperatives in global fabric sourcing and printing. With careful consideration of trends, each student conceptualizes and produces a well-considered storyboard presenting a vision of a small, sustainable textile collection for fall 2011.

Interior Design

Principles of Interior Design

Essentials of Interior Decoration

This introductory course focuses on the process of design as it applies to the formation of interior space. Students build an acute awareness of core elements – scale, proportion, light, circulation and progression – and the interdependence of space and form. Functional, utilitarian, economic and safety requirements of interior spaces in an architectural framework are examined. Armed with a visual lexicon to define interior space and explore its characteristics, students begin to integrate color, materials and texture as a means to convey their original intent. Through project assignments, students learn to apply the basic principles of visual design to interiors, and how functional, aesthetic and expressive needs can be translated into design decisions to develop 3D space.

INDES-1008 :: Beverly Ferguson This introductory course teaches students how to blend elements such as color, pattern and furniture styles to achieve seamless decorative effects. Explore the myriad possibilities available to the interior designer through the use of fabrics, lighting, and wall and floor coverings. Learn to use accessories, art and personal treasures to give a room unique character. Classroom discussions and critiques offer insights into the design process as students complete projects in decorating and room arrangement. Applies to the following certificate program (18 contact hours): ID-E Tuesdays, June 14 – July 19 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305

INDES-1049 :: Victoria Dryden

Applies to the following certificate program: ID-R Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 7 – 10pm :: No Class 7/4 12 sessions tuition: $450

Wednesdays, June 15 – July 20 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305

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Materials for Interior Design I INDES-1056 :: Nancy Laurienzo The materials that engage our senses play an integral role in defining our interior spaces. Indeed, understanding the unique characteristics of various materials is an important aspect of selecting and designing with them. This survey course explores a variety of materials used in interior design, including fabrics, wall coverings, paints, wood, stone, metal, glass, laminates, solid surfacing, tile, carpet, resilient flooring and more. The course covers appropriate and creative uses of these materials in commercial and residential applications, in addition to code considerations, specification writing and identification of sources. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): HP-E, ID-R Prerequisite: Successful completion of all ID Required Foundation Level courses Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305

Lighting for Interior Design I INDES-1015 :: Barbara Capalbo Lighting can be used to define architectural space, enhance texture in surface materials, and reveal form in furnishings, making it an essential component of any interior design. This course introduces students to the equipment, techniques and concepts of lighting design and to the use of angle, intensity, color and pattern in establishing the function and atmosphere of interior spaces. Students learn about a variety of lamps and fixtures as they develop creative, functional lighting plans. Applies to the following certificate program: ID-R Prerequisite: Successful completion of all ID Required Foundation Level courses Tuesdays, June 14 – July 19 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305

Building Materials, Systems + Methods of Construction

Drawing + Rendering Interiors

INDES-1039 :: David Paolino An extensive knowledge of building materials and their use in the construction of interior spaces is a prerequisite for the interior designer. In this course, we survey the impact of design on construction methods and choices, from fundamental necessities to ornamental trim. We also investigate the main concepts and vocabulary underlying interior systems and materials, and the effect of mechanical systems (plumbing, heating, etc.) on interior design. We further examine the many functional, physical and visual variables of designing floor and wall surfaces and discuss how to select the right products from the wide range available today. Students learn to write specifications for a variety of materials and interpret manufacturers’ specifications as well. Other topics include: building codes, energy conservation, indoor pollution and the use of “green” products.

Strong drawing skills enable designers to communicate effectively and sell interior design concepts. Indeed, the better a designer’s drawings are, the better a client – or potential client – can comprehend and visualize the designer’s ideas. This course assists students in expanding their skills beyond the fundamentals of drafting floor plans and interior wall elevations. Students use 2D and 3D drawings and then apply color, light, pattern and entourage to expand their line drawings into a professional presentation. Demonstrations show how the creative use of tools and materials such as pens, drawing leads, watercolors, colored markers and pencils, as well as the inventive use of printed, copied and computer-generated materials, can help visual presentations transcend the ordinary. Upon completion of the course, students will have improved their ability to attract and satisfy clients using presentation drawings that bring their ideas to life!

Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): HP-E, ID-R

Applies to the following certificate program: ID-R

Prerequisite: Successful completion of all ID Required Foundation Level courses

Prerequisite: Drafting for Interior Design

Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 7 – 10pm :: No Class 7/4 12 sessions tuition: $450

INDES-1081 :: David Paolino

Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 9:30am – 12:30pm :: No Class 7/4 12 sessions tuition: $450

CAD for Interior Design

new Universal Design: How to Build for Disabilities

INDES-1915 :: David Paolino

INDES-4700 :: Marla Whitford

To stay competitive, interior design and architecture professionals need to become proficient in computer-aided drafting (CAD) skills for drafting and design layouts. Autodesk’s AutoCAD and Revit – along with other CAD programs like Google’s SketchUp – are becoming industry standard. Through lectures, demonstrations and hands-on experience, students learn to use these visualization and productivity software tools to take a project from the initial design stages to a finished two-dimensional plot. Students learn to generate solid models and photorealistic color renderings and more to produce scale and color plots for blueprints or digital presentations.

Universal design helps address changing population needs beyond building code compliance, and balances accommodation with reasonability and aesthetics. This course, a practical guide to universal design ideology, explores how sensitive building practices of public spaces can remedy many barriers encountered by people living with disabilities. Students learn about the development of the civil rights acts of ADA Title I and III, and use them as guidelines to solve several design challenges. We complete several exercises in and outside of class, involving signs, audio, ramps, doors, elevators, stairs, curbs, clearances and finishes. The result is greater architectural and design awareness of dexterity, force, width and turning space, slip-resistant surfaces, functional clearances, levers vs. knobs, auditory vs. visual output, high contrast and more.

Applies to the following certificate program: ID-R Tuesdays + Thursdays, June 14 – July 21 7 – 10pm 12 sessions tuition: $695

Applies to the following certificate program (18 contact hours): ID-E Prerequisite: Principles of Interior Design Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305

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Textiles 101 for Interiors INDES-1063 :: Cathy Wilkerson Interesting and practical textiles are indispensable to an interior designer. This course fully acquaints students with the vast range of textiles used in the field of interiors. From cotton jacquards to silk striés, we cover various constructions, designs, fibers, dying and printing processes, and loom types used to produce many of today’s home furnishing textiles. Students learn how to select the proper designs, fiber contents, qualities and suitable applications, and learn what is considered traditional, transitional or contemporary based on fiber content, construction and color. We also review what is appropriate for residential vs. commercial applications. Last, but not least, students learn to properly measure windows and furniture in order to calculate yardages for workrooms and upholsterers. Applies to the following certificate program (9 contact hours): ID-E Mondays, June 13 – 27 6:30 – 9:30pm 3 sessions tuition: $150

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INDES-4699 :: Karen Triedman Color is an integral component in the formulation and transformation of space. In this course, students explore the relationship between color and form, and learn to apply theoretical color tenets to interior spaces. Color competency is enhanced by studying color properties, schemes and relationships within a three-dimensional context, with emphasis placed on value, extent and progression through space. Students gain an understanding of color interaction within a design context, and learn to answer such questions as what color palette is most suitable and best supports the function of a space. Color is studied in terms of the physical design, the materials utilized, and natural and artificial light. Lighting topics include bulb color and intensity, fixture placement and quality. Psychological and behavioral responses of the viewer/participant – both within the space and as one progresses from one space to another – are also considered. Note: This course satisfies the Applied Color for Interior Design requirement for certificate students.

Architecture + Landscape Design Watercolor Rendering for Architecture + Interiors ARC-0273 :: Tom Gastel Watercolor is one of the best architectural presentation media for winning project approvals. Its mastery tests an architect’s pedigree, as with illustrators and painters. Watercolor images have warmth and light that capture a proposed environment’s energy, and subtly show design intent while leaving just enough detail to the viewer’s imagination. This course provides the tools to create dynamic interior and exterior architectural illustrations using watercolor. Emphasis is on learning the general characteristics of watercolor, specific colors, paint brands, brushes, watercolor papers, color theory, composition, and on reviewing different architectural illustration styles. Students conclude the course by producing two final architectural illustrations, suitable for professional design portfolios. Bring your watercolor paints, brushes, watercolor paper and eager mind to the first class to learn and be inspired.

Paving with Brick + Stone ARC-0233 :: Michael Veracka Brick, stone and cobblestone date back centuries and have been used as paving materials everywhere from the Appian Way to the streets of Nantucket. Learn the basic techniques for creating beautiful (and relatively inexpensive) dry-laid patios, terraces, driveways and walkways, using salvaged or “found” brick and stone. Topics covered include project design, preparing and leveling foundations, locating materials, combining them creatively, and building for the long term. For this reason, the class is sure to interest homeowners and do-it-yourselfers, not to mention landscape professionals. At Tillinghast Farm: Saturday, June 25 9:30am – 12:30pm 1 session tuition: $50

Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305

Applies to the following certificate program: ID-R Prerequisite: Successful completion of all ID Required Foundation Level courses Mondays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 6 sessions tuition: $305

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computer-based design

Digital Foundations Digital Tools for Print Design DFOU-3543 :: Bryan Rodrigues This course helps novice users become more confident – and intermediate students more competent – with computer-based design. We introduce the Apple computer and its operating system along with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, and discuss the capture, transfer, manipulation and delivery of images. Proper digital workflow is revealed through class exercises and lecture, as students learn to output content for the printed page. Completion of this course provides you with valuable skill sets relied upon by all productive graphic designers, illustrators and draftsmen.

Digital Foundations pages 19 – 20 Graphic Design pages 21 – 22 Advertising Design page 22 Animation + Video page 23 Design for the Web pages 23 – 25 Digital Design Intensives Week page 26

Applies to the following certificate programs: AD-R, CB-R, DI-R, GR-R, NS-R, SA-R

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Find certificate program information on pages 4 – 6.

Tuesdays + Thursdays, June 14 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm section 02 :: TBA Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 2 – 5pm :: No Class 7/4

12 sessions tuition: $695

Important! It is critical for the success of each student and for the proper running of each class that all applicable prerequisites are met. If you have any questions about prerequisites, contact Ty Varszegi, Program Manager, at 401 454-6212 or tvarszeg@risd.edu.

Digital Design for the Screen DFOU-3542 :: Donna Salisbury The screen is the entryway through which we view our digital world. This introductory but fast-paced course begins with the real hardware assets (processors, monitors, memory) needed for digital design work, and from there moves on to the software tools and protocols that impact what can be viewed on the screen – QuickTime, HTML and the components of Adobe’s Creative Suite of software tools. All the elements can be daunting, but once explained, we’re well on the way to digital fluency which, in turn, leads to original and unexpected visual solutions. This course enables students to better understand computer aided design and digital workflow, as we gather, preserve, modify and combine images, text and information until they comprise examples of well considered design. Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): AD-R, AN-R, CB-E, VE-R, WE-R Tuesdays + Thursdays, June 14 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 12 sessions tuition: $695

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Adobe Illustrator I

Adobe Photoshop I

DFOU-2532 :: TBA

DFOU-2533 :: David Fleurant, Bryan Rodrigues

Adobe Illustrator – a popular vector graphics editor used by designers and illustrators to produce print or web designs – is particularly helpful in creating unique images and graphics that require a high degree of precision and scalability, allowing an artist control of images as small as a bottle cap or as large as a billboard. Because the program is vector based, curves do not pixelate as they do in other graphics applications. In this course, students learn to create illustrations and free-form sketches, explore how this program of choice for professional artists and designers makes it possible to trace and alter scanned images in order to create a variety of special effects, and learn to save their files in the most often used output options (EPS, PDF, VML).

Whether images are scanned, photographed or digitally drawn, Adobe Photoshop is the industry-standard program for manipulating them. This introduction to Photoshop focuses on combining, retouching and modifying images through class exercises and projects in which students work with Photoshop tools like the airbrush, paintbrush, cloning and pattern stamps, eraser and crop tool. By the end of the course, students understand Photoshop’s capabilities and are able to handle basic file formats and layers, combine images, and create effects using grayscale, color and filters. Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): AD-E, AN-R, CB-R, DI-R, DS-E, GR-R, NS-R, SA-R, VE-R, WE-E

Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): AD-E, AN-E, CB-E, GR-R, NS-E, SA-E, VE-E, WE-E

Prerequisite: Digital Design for the Screen, Digital Tools for Print Design or equivalent experience

Prerequisite: Digital Tools for Print Design or Digital Design for the Screen

section 01 :: David Fleurant

Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 12 sessions tuition: $695

section 02 :: Bryan Rodrigues

Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 Tuesdays + Thursdays, June 14 – July 21 2 – 5pm 12 sessions tuition: $695

new Advanced Photoshop: Speed Painting DFOU-2906 :: Matthew E. Paquin Building on your existing Photoshop skill set, this course introduces you to “speed painting”: an intuitive method of digital painting that allows you to create solid rendered form with expressive markmaking that is a refreshing change from the soft and muddy images typical of computer art. These pixel-based paintings are built layer upon layer, and rely on the customizable nature of Photoshop’s shape tools and brushes. Students practice the techniques with assignments in observational drawing, and then quickly move on to create work that is best described as fantastic and inventive. Traditional drawing and design concepts are reinforced throughout, while you make practical use of color theory, perspective and the rules of 2D composition. Throughout the sixweek experience, students learn to master a digital painting workflow that can be used to visualize concepts for the advertising, architectural, gaming or animation industries. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AD-E, AN-E, DI-E, GR-E, SA-E, VE-E, WE-E Prerequisite: Photoshop I, Digital Design for the Screen or Digital Tools for Print Design Mondays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 6 sessions tuition: $475

PC to Mac? Mac to PC? Cross-platform computing is a reality in today’s flexible work environment. That is why CE’s technology-based classes use computers that run both the Macintosh and Windows operating systems. Your course may use one or the other. While some students have concerns about making the transition from one computing platform to another, the differences are truly minimal. Nevertheless, to provide the best experience possible, CE offers its students a free, short (30 – 40 minutes) and painless tutoring session in PC to Mac or Mac to PC computing. Tutorials can be scheduled Monday through Friday from 9am – 5:30pm. Contact Dean Abanilla, Technology Specialist, at 401 454-6727 or dabanill@risd.edu to make an appointment.

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Graphic Design

Graphic Design Overview

Vibrant Vector Design

PRNT-0791 :: Dina Zaccagnini Vincent

COMC-0899 :: Mary Beth Cryan

Adobe InDesign

A graphic designer is a creative problem solver who conceptualizes, plans and executes a design that communicates a message. This course introduces students to the fundamentals of working in the field of graphic design by examining the meaning of graphic design, the design process and the role the graphic designer plays in society. Informal discussions, various hands-on assignments, and presentations made to the class provide a forecast to the graphic design certificate program and the field at large.

Vector drawing is the often-misunderstood digital design process used by graphic artists and web developers to create nearly infinitely scalable icons, type and logos of delirious complexity. Fluency in vector design and Adobe Illustrator, the product most closely associated with it, is bound to add depth to your portfolio and broaden your marketability in today’s competitive economy. Students in this course are assigned three graphic illustration projects in a structured step-by-step format, starting with an illustration project that covers blends, effects and skillful pen tool techniques. Following this are a wallpaper project that introduces the repeat concept and, finally, a project employing die lines that can take the form of a popup card or a package design. Registration, layers and file types are consistent topics throughout.

DFOU-3536 :: Bryan Rodrigues As the industry standard for graphic design, Adobe InDesign integrates effortlessly with the Adobe software suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) to give graphic artists superior control over every element of their page layouts. Designers can use it to combine text and illustrations for single- or multi-page documents and to prepare them digitally for output to press, printer or PDF (portable document format). Students in this course gain technical know-how of the application’s basic tool layout, image manipulation, and vector integration tools. All the while, concepts of visual communication and design are reinforced through hands-on exercises and practical assignments. By the end of the course, students should exhibit great confidence with the type and compositional commands that are the foundation of this exceptional graphic design application.

Tuesdays, June 14 – July 19 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305

Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AD-E, CB-E, GR-E, SA-E, WE-E

Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): AD-E, AN-E, CB-E, GR-R, SA-E, WE-E

Prerequisite: Digital Tools for Print Design, Digital Design for the Screen or Adobe Illustrator I

Prerequisite: Digital Tools for Print Design or equivalent experience

Wednesdays, June 15 – July 20 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $475

Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 12 sessions tuition: $695

Applies to the following certificate program: GR-R

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Graphic Design Studio: Package Design

Advertising Design

Prepress technology is critical to graphic designers, who are required to prepare digital files for translation onto the press. In this course, students learn how to produce print-ready electronic files while learning various aspects of prepress. Topics covered include color naming, bleeds, image resolution, color correction, preflighting, proofing methods, and onscreen versus CMYK or spot color usage. Students are also introduced to Adobe Acrobat with a focus on creating industrystandard high-resolution PDFs, and get to visit a high-end printing firm to learn firsthand how to preflight files, how to read a proof, and what to look for on a press check. By the end of the course, students will have a clear understanding of what exactly the designer’s obligation is to the prepress vendor.

PRNT-3571 :: Josephine Eke

Copywriting: Using Words to Persuade

Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AD-E, CB-E, GR-R, NS-E, SA-E

Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AD-E, GR-R

Prerequisite: Digital Tools for Print Design

Fridays, June 17 – July 22 2 – 5pm 6 sessions tuition: $475

Digital Prepress Production PRNT-2537 :: Wayne Vieira

Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $475

This offering in the studio series aims to mimic the experience graphic designers face in the real world. Your instructor acts as the client (or art director) by introducing a design brief that you, the student/ designer, must satisfy from concept through design to presentation and delivery. Each stage is critical in this honest rehearsal for the aspiring graphic designer. The topic for this semester is package design, which, when carried out with sound design principles, facilitates the translation between brand intention and customer recognition. We consider brand identity, packaging varieties and their environmental impact, the manufacturing economy, and consumer sensibilities as you add a significant new project to your graphic design portfolio.

Prerequisite: Digital Prepress Production

ADV-0713 :: Gale Litchfield Make no mistake about it; consumers are compelled to take action by the siren call of powerful words. Students in this course develop their writing skills for print, radio, television and the web as they learn how ideas become ads and how ads become persuasive selling tools. Working with actual advertising scenarios, students start with small-scale assignments and eventually create complete campaigns. Weekly assignments provide the experience required to develop effective, creative copywriting skills. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AD-R, GR-E, WE-E Wednesdays, June 15 – July 20 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $305

Designing an Ad Campaign ADV-0703 :: Philip Keith An ad campaign is a planned, coordinated sales effort that runs over a period of time and usually involves a variety of media. Many inventive and effective campaigns have not only made products recognizable and profitable for the seller, but have also won awards for their creators. What qualities do these memorable ads have in common? That question is explored in this course through case studies, class exercises and a final project. By analyzing examples of successful campaigns, students are immersed in the process professional marketers use to produce results. Students then apply this knowledge to develop a multimedia campaign that solves a particular marketing problem. From creative strategy to research to developing the final presentation, this course simulates an authentic ad agency experience and provides students with an impressive ad campaign for inclusion in their professional portfolios. Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): AD-R, GR-E, VE-E, WE-E Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 12 sessions tuition: $695

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Animation + Video

Page to Post: Producing the Indie Short

Design for the Web

The Art of Making Movies

DVID-3561 :: Adam Short

Web Design with Dreamweaver

DVID-2836 :: Jessica Jennings

You probably don’t think about the production details of a film as it flashes before your eyes, but chances are the filmmakers spent a lot of time making sure their film flowed seamlessly. In short, movies aren’t made by accident; they are the result of effective production planning, which takes a lot of organization, patience and determination. Such deliberate planning can be overwhelming to someone who’s never done it before. In this six-week course, independent filmmakers learn to plan their movie from pre-production through post. Lessons include script breakdown, fundraising, budgeting, scheduling, casting, location scouting, hiring crews, directing actors, dealing with contracts, renting equipment, securing insurance, and postproduction. Each class introduces one or more aspects of the production process through lecture and discussion, hands-on activities and, whenever possible, guest speakers. Note: This course satisfies the Professional Practices for the Visual Arts requirement for Digital Video Production certificate candidates.

WEB-2511 :: Donna Salisbury

Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AD-E, AN-E, DI-E, SA-E, VE-R, WE-E

Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 12 sessions tuition: $695

Movie-making is often seen as a mysterious, smoke-and-mirrors operation, but behind the scenes lies a collaborative form of communication that links art, science and commerce. This course unravels the details of that intertwined structure, peeling back the layers of a finished product to provide students with a deconstructed view of the movie-making process. Such important movie-making concepts as storytelling, mise-en-scène and non-linear editing are discussed, as students learn to connect vocabulary and theory with applied techniques. By the end of the course, students will have examined the complete pre- through post-production process – and even touched upon distribution – of this technologically rich art form. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AD-E, AN-E, DI-E, SA-E, VE-R, WE-E Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $475

Mondays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 6 sessions tuition: $305

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Principles of Animation

ANIM-1721 :: Jane Kernan The animator’s challenge is to embody a static drawing with the illusion of life, making that doodle crawl, march, dance or soar. But where do you begin if your sole experience with cartoon movie-making is a flip book? In this introductory course, your instructor reveals the animator’s toolkit (both digital tools and pencil/ paper), and explains the mechanics that allow separate and distinct drawings to be sequenced so that they flow together. Students collaborate in exercises that demonstrate animation principles such as cycles, levels and squash and stretch. By the end of the course you will have completed a short movie, built frameby-frame, and have gained a measure of artistic confidence. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AD-E, AN-E, GR-E, SA-E, VE-E Tuesdays, June 14 – July 19 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $475

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Dreamweaver is one of the most widely used programs for webpage creation. This powerful application allows designers to assemble graphics, text and other media in a visually friendly environment, while retaining the ability to work directly with the HTML code. Participants in this course create a website using Dreamweaver to organize files, import elements, create layouts and edit and link pages in a number of ways. In the process, they explore methods for incorporating interactivity, animation and sound. Students discover time-saving features for reusing elements or styles and learn to integrate Dreamweaver with other web applications. The class also reviews methods for uploading and managing a site from within one easyto-use environment. Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): AD-E, AN-E, DI-E, GR-E, VE-E, WE-R Prerequisite: Digital Design for the Screen or equivalent experience

Flash I: Web Animation + Interactivity WEB-2582 :: Mikhail Mansion Flash injects excitement and dynamism into a website by moving beyond the ordinary. It incorporates interactivity and sound into webpages, whether using scanned images or its extensive palette of vector drawing tools. Its animation capabilities, features for minimizing and monitoring file size, and use of streaming technology have revolutionized web design. In this course, students learn to develop an animated, interactive website with objects or text, including complex buttons, menus and special effects. Participants also become familiar with control buttons and movie clips, and are introduced to the basic elements of ActionScripting. The course concludes with discussion of distribution options for the web and CD. Applies to the following certificate programs (36 contact hours): AD-E, AN-R, CB-E, DI-E, GR-E, NS-E, SA-E, VE-E, WE-R Prerequisite: Digital Design for the Screen or equivalent experience Tuesdays + Thursdays, June 14 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 12 sessions tuition: $695

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Cascading Style Sheets

JavaScript for Non-Programmers

WEB-3528 :: Mikhail Mansion

WEB-2512 :: Fred Spencer

As the preeminent presentation language of the web, CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) allows designers to effectively separate form and content, while reinforcing their control over a site’s published appearance. With the introduction of CSS3 and HTML5 standards, the web is becoming a much more stable and robust platform for designers, whose work must now stretch from traditional desktop browsers to an ever-widening array of mobile devices. In this course, students become familiar with CSS behavior through lectures and exercises in a project-based learning model that anticipates the likely changes in CSS standards. Participants can expect their resulting webpages to be more structurally sound, as they demonstrate the qualities that have long been associated with inspired design.

JavaScript is a platform-independent, event-driven, interpreted programming language that enables a web designer to add exciting features to what might otherwise be a static webpage. The course starts with an introduction to the document object model and a review of basic programming concepts and builds momentum as students learn to use and customize freely available scripts and to avoid common pitfalls. Browser integration with a JavaScript enhanced page is also a lesson topic that pays heed to the primary objective of all web authors as they create an attractive site with full data retrievability. Class exercises give students the experience of setting up a small set of webpages using examples of JavaScript, such as status bar messages, event handlers and image rollovers.

Applies to the following certificate program: WE-R

Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AN-E, WE-R

Prerequisite: Web Design with Dreamweaver

Prerequisite: HTML I: The Language of the Web

Mondays + Wednesdays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 12 sessions tuition: $695

Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $475

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Flash Catalyst WEB-1239 :: Bryan Rodrigues Has your heart leapt at the prospect of using Adobe Flash, only to wither at the prospect of having to write ActionScript? Flash Catalyst, a supplemental design tool that allows for the creation of digital assets without writing code, may be the solution. With Flash Catalyst, fully importable files from Photoshop or Illustrator become more useful, and artwork is easily modified. Additionally, the interface designer can create user interfaces (UIs) to handle dynamic data without having access to the original data pack. The advantages of Flash Catalyst become clear in this course, which is both an application tutorial and a review of interactive design best practices. Students finish the class with greater confidence and enhanced productivity, having mastered a tool that bridges the gap between web design and web development. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AD-E, AN-E, DI-E, VE-E Prerequisite: Digital Design for the Screen Fridays, June 17 – July 22 9:30am – 12:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $475

» Online Course Web Architecture WEB-2675 :: Bruce Campbell Although your computer may physically sit on your desk, it is virtually connected to a wide array of devices on an emergent global network. Web architecture is, in broadest terms, everything that allows traffic to speed along this electronic superhighway of interconnectivity. In this course, we examine the origins, design, and implementation of computer networks, and classify them by scale, protocol and connection method. Network topology, both physical and logical, is introduced, as well as the hardware (hubs, switches and routers) and protocols that allow for smooth communication and flow of data. An understanding of web architecture is critical to web designers, digital media artists, and anyone needing to learn the rules of the virtual road. Note: Students should have Internet access and understand basic web browsing. Course material is posted weekly throughout the term, and students are expected to participate in online discussions. Students are contacted via email by the instructor prior to the start date of class with detailed information.

JavaScript for the Experienced User WEB-1236 :: Bruce Campbell If you are acquainted with JavaScript, you know it as a platform agnostic, eventdriven, interpreted programming language that delivers the dynamic user interfaces, response times and exciting features web users expect. This course helps web designers to broaden their existing knowledge of the language. Students explore programming concepts to develop a better instinct for writing the popular emerging code styles such as Asynchronous JavaScript and XML (Ajax), as well as learn how to use JavaScript libraries such as jQuery. We investigate available frameworks that are ideal for JavaScript-based development, and discuss advanced interactive data processing design and application development. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): WE-E Prerequisite: JavaScript for Non-Programmers or equivalent experience Thursdays, June 16 – July 21 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $475

Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): AN-E, AD-E, VE-E, WE-E June 13 – July 29 tuition: $375 Online Course

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Digital Design Intensives Week : : July 26 – 31 This summer, RISD|CE offers a variety of intensive workshops on the latest digital design applications for students who want to learn new (and update existing) skills. The modular schedule allows you to take two or more courses for a comprehensive, organized tutorial.

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WordPress Literacy: Content Management Made Easy 6:30 – 9:30pm

Harnessing the Power of Social Media 7 – 9pm

The Unbearable Lighting of Video 6:30 – 9:30pm

Next-Gen Web Primer: HTML5 and CSS

Jump into Maya: 3D in Two Days

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WordPress Literacy: Content Management Made Easy WEB-1238 :: Mikhail Mansion WordPress is a powerful, open-source content management system (CMS) that allows for ease of use and a consistent web presence. It uses standards-compliant web technologies, and is written with an abstraction philosophy that allows for an incredibly high level of customization. This course introduces you to the WordPress community, and includes a comprehensive introduction to technology requirements, the installation process, and implementation advantages and pitfalls. Your instructor explains its installation and support network, with a look at how the experienced user may customize themes and plug-ins. The course concludes with strategies for using WordPress as an advertising and social media tool to promote yourself, your artwork or products. Applies to the following certificate programs (9 contact hours): AD-E, AN-E, DI-E, SA-E, VE-E, WE-E Tuesday – Thursday, July 26 – 28 6:30 – 9:30pm 3 sessions tuition: $235

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The Unbearable Lighting of Video

DVID-4607 :: Jessica Jennings Lighting the video image has never been easy, but there are dependable strategies that the low-budget filmmaker can use that will look like a million dollars to the audience. In addition to understanding lighting technology, it is important to know how to design a three-dimensional space for two-dimensional presentation. This intensive workshop covers it all: a tutorial in lighting hardware (meters, lights, doors, scrims and reflectors) framed by discussions of lighting philosophy and aesthetic. A practical demonstration allows participants to work with equipment in a hands-on simulation of the best that is possible with guerilla lighting scenarios. Applies to the following certificate programs (3 contact hours): AD-E, AN-E, DI-E, SA-E, VE-E Thursday, July 28 6:30 – 9:30pm 1 session tuition: $95

Next-Gen Web Primer: HTML5 and CSS WEB-1237 :: Fred Spencer The web landscape changes so rapidly that designers, developers and end users must continually update their skills to stay current. This intensive lecture addresses the most recent seismic shifts in semantics, presentation and behavior (HTML, CSS and JavaScript), with a review of their history, form and purpose. A special focus of this forecast is HTML5 and its role as the new industry standard, adopted for our interactive future. An implementation timeline for these programs is suggested, with a practical estimation of what will change on the web, when and how. The lecture promises to be lively, content rich and engaging to web users of varying abilities. Applies to the following certificate programs (2 contact hours): AD-E, WE-E Friday, July 29 7 – 9pm 1 session tuition: $30

Harnessing the Power of Social Media WEB-1244 :: TBA

Jump into Maya: 3D in Two Days

Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter (among other social media tools) have become integral to marketing, community organizing and the reinforcement of brand identity. This course acknowledges the exhilarating freedom of online community building, but also warns of the possibility of uninvited consequences. It is a peek under the social media hood, focusing on the informed practice of how to use these sites effectively in promotion of your product or organization. The presentation introduces the social media toolbox, which includes wikis, blogs, forums, surveys and the umbrella sites themselves. Participants gain a better understanding of the strategic importance of social media and a clearer idea of the action plan needed to harness these communication tools to inform, promote and even influence.

COM-2530 :: Jane Kernan

Applies to the following certificate programs (2 contact hours): AD-E, WE-E Tuesday, July 26 7 – 9pm 1 session tuition: $30

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This intensive two-day course introduces Maya, the Academy Award-winning software. Think of Shrek, Halo, and the Lord of the Rings trilogy to get an idea of what Maya can do. In this brief start-up course, learn the basic steps necessary to create 3D digital models using its robust polygonal modeling tools to set up a simple skeleton system, which can then be animated and simulated with keyframes. The final outcome is a sample 3D animated character and a 15-second QuickTime movie. No previous 3D experience needed! Applies to the following certificate programs (14 contact hours): AN-E, VE-E, WE-E Prerequisite: Basic computer experience Saturday + Sunday, July 30 + 31 9am – 4pm 2 sessions tuition: $395

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art in context Art and Antiques Appraisal + Connoisseurship page 27 Historic Preservation page 28 Art, Mind + Spirit page 28 Find faculty bios at www.risd.edu/ce; click on the Faculty link. Find certificate program information on pages 4 – 6.

Art and Antiques Appraisal + Connoisseurship new Resources for Appraisers: Boston Collections APRL-2600 :: Brian Tierney Boston is home to two of the finest museum collections in the US. In this field trip for appraisers, we take a guided tour of both the Museum of Fine Arts and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. Our visit to the Museum of Fine Arts focuses on the collections of fine and decorative art in the new Art of the Americas Wing, the centerpiece of the Museum’s recent historic expansion. Following our visit to the MFA (a large public art museum), we visit the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, a private collection that reflects the tastes and intellect of an individual. This eclectic collection of both fine and decorative art from throughout the world remains virtually unchanged from the time Mrs. Gardner assembled it, yet there is always something to discover. Free time for individual exploration at each museum is planned. Note: Class meets in Boston; directions are sent to registered participants. Lunch and transportation to and from Boston are not covered by tuition. Museum admission is included in the tuition. Applies to the following certificate program (8 contact hours): AS-E Friday, June 24 9am – 5pm 1 session tuition: $335

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new Aesop’s Mirror: Searching for Provenance

American Furniture Survey: Eastern + Midwestern Regions

APRL-0605 :: Maryalice Huggins

APRL-3221 :: Louise T. Hall

In this class, Maryalice Huggins, a wellknown gilder, furniture restorer and highend antiques and decorative arts insider, discusses her book, Aesop’s Mirror. She talks about her experience researching the provenance of a quirky gilded mirror she bought on a whim at a country auction in Rhode Island, and describes her exhaustive tracking of the identity of the carver, as well as where and when the frame was manufactured. She explains why origin plays an important part in identifying an antique and determining its value, and how the well-preserved papers of the prominent Woods family of Providence were significant to her investigation. The program includes a photo presentation and a question and answer session.

Nothing quite so satisfies as a piece of fine furniture, both for its aesthetic impact and its sheer functionality. In this intensive course, we explore major Eastern and Midwestern urban design centers and their approaches to furniture production in the 18th and 19th Centuries. Participants soon recognize how British prototypes influenced design in the Colonies and come to understand the newly emerging American variations on a theme through studies of regional stylistic differences and their influences on rural furniture traditions. Day one focuses on New England furniture from formal to folk, covering Boston, Newport, Portsmouth, NH and the Connecticut River Valley. Day two focuses on New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Charleston metropolitan design practices and their correlated influences on the vernacular. Day three focuses on furniture of the Mississippi River Valley, specifically traditions in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan and Illinois, including Grand Rapids manufactured furniture, Chicago Modern, architect designed furniture, Prairie School and Frank Lloyd Wright.

Applies to the following certificate program (3.5 contact hours): AS-E Saturday, June 25 9am – 12:30pm 1 session tuition: $50

Applies to the following certificate program (24 contact hours): AS-E Thursday – Saturday, July 28 – 30 9am – 5pm 3 sessions tuition: $615

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Historic Preservation Old House Research PRES-3915 :: Sarah Vukovich Mycroft Proper investigation is critical to understanding the architectural and historical significance of a property. Students in this course learn to use photographic, archival (including land evidence, probate records, etc.), oral history and archeological sources, as well as such investigatory techniques as paint analysis. Through lecture, outside presenters and field trips, students gain an overview of the basic research techniques required to prepare a succinct history, whether it is for personal use, the files of an historical society, a nomination to the National Register of Historic Places, or the investigatory phase of an historic preservation project. Applies to the following certificate programs (18 contact hours): HP-R, ID-E Prerequisite: Historic Preservation: An Introduction Mondays, June 13 – July 25 6:30 – 9:30pm :: No Class 7/4 6 sessions tuition: $305

» Weekend Workshop new Retrofitting Historic Structures for Greater Energy Performance: The Good, the Bad + the Ugly PRES-1200 :: Robert Cagnetta This course explores the expanding world of retrofitting buildings for greater energy performance, especially existing and historic buildings. The balance of comprehensive intervention versus strategic retrofitting can have a profound effect on a building’s architectural integrity, long-term energy performance and cost effectiveness, as well as the building’s and occupants’ health. Participants learn the various techniques of retrofitting, from nondestructive to destructive techniques, as well as specific diagnostic tools. The course takes place in the classroom and on site, to review theory and real-world solutions.

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Art, Mind + Spirit » Weekend Workshop Art Therapy Experiential Workshop: Making + Processing Art AMS-2373 :: Cordelia Wheelock This intensive weekend workshop exposes participants to a variety of hands-on art therapy techniques using drawing, painting and sculpture. These techniques focus on creative self-expression, a fundamental process often used by people to reflect upon themselves and their lives. Students follow individual and group art therapy directives – designed to explore specific themes or topics of discussion – and ways that these directives can be used in one’s personal or professional life. This workshop is appropriate for students wishing to explore art therapy techniques, both for their own lives or to pursue education in the field. Saturday + Sunday, June 25 + 26 10am – 4pm 2 sessions tuition: $220 :: lab fee: $10

Applies to the following certificate program (12 contact hours): HP-E Saturday + Sunday, June 25 + 26 10am – 4pm 2 sessions tuition: $220

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the business of art + design Career Development for Artists + Designers pages 29 – 30 Find faculty bios at www.risd.edu/ce; click on the Faculty link.

Job search strategies for artists + designers Join us for one or both of these workshops, in which you’ll learn practical skills to boost your job search strategies and interviewing skills. Each class may be taken alone, or sequentially. Please bring a copy of your current resume to each class. new

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Acing Your Interview

PRAC-2374 :: Reece Tormos

PRAC-0182 :: Reece Tormos

Whether you are a recent graduate looking for your first job, or are ready for a career change, this workshop teaches you how to write a resume that will help you land that all-important first meeting. Learn how to articulate your unique skills and enhance your competitive distinctiveness – so important in today’s overcrowded job market!

Feel more confident in your next interview, and increase your chances of getting that job offer. This information-packed session teaches you what to do to maximize your chances of getting hired. You will learn how to identify the hiring manager’s main selection criteria, and how the company plans to select the best candidate. Enjoy this engaging class, while you arm yourself with tools you can use in any interview situation.

Saturday, June 25 10am – 12pm 1 session tuition: $30

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Saturday, July 23 10am – 12pm 1 session tuition: $30

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» Online Course

Handmade Business: Selling Your Work on Etsy

Build or Rebuild Your Personal Brand Using the Internet

PRAC-0179 :: Allison Cole

PRAC-0168 :: Glenn Gutmacher

Build Your Online Portfolio

Etsy.com is the artist’s answer to eBay, connecting buyers with makers of handmade art and products. Since its start in 2005, this online marketplace has grown into a worldwide community offering alternatives to mass-produced objects, with annual gross sales of more than $200 million. In this workshop, a successful Etsy artist/merchant shows you how to supplement your income by creating a compelling presence for your design works on Etsy. Topics include setting up your shop with an effective shop name, descriptions, key words and photographs; pricing your work; and how to market and publicize your shop. Your Etsy business doesn’t have to be incorporated, nor is online sales experience required.

In this highly competitive job market, your plans for landing a better job should include strategies establishing your own personal brand by tackling the online world. You can showcase your subject matter expertise through social networks (including Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter), with an online portfolio, by blogging, and by contributing comments to industry sites. In this course, Glenn Gutmacher, a popular online sourcer, shares methods to build – or rebuild – your personal brand on the Internet. He demonstrates how to optimize traffic to your online identity, and to discover what kind of presence your portfolio has online (hint: not just on your own domain). He also illuminates the power of blogging (by having your own blog and posting to others’), and of providing answers to relevant questions on expert networks. The course is perfect for job seekers or career changers, introverts and extroverts, and anyone looking to stand out in the crowd.

PRAC-2678 :: Bryan Rodrigues

Wednesday, June 22 6:30 – 8:30pm 1 session tuition: $30

Tuesday, July 12 6:30 – 8:30pm 1 session tuition: $30

The online digital portfolio is the perfect vehicle for artists, designers and professionals to present a body of work to potential clients, employers, galleries or graduate schools. Going digital allows you to structure and deliver visual information in a concise and accessible manner for maximum impact. Using the popular multimedia software Photoshop, students learn to optimize their images and to manipulate rich media (video, audio, animation) to build a portfolio that can be viewed in a Web browser, or on a portable device. Hand coding techniques (including XHTML, CSS and JavaScript) are introduced and practiced as a means to create an interactive showcase that has become the best way to present a portfolio. Note: Students should have Internet access and understand basic web browsing. Course material is posted weekly throughout the term, and students are expected to participate in online discussions. Students are contacted via email by the instructor prior to the start date of class with detailed information. Applies as an elective to all adult certificate programs (18 contact hours) Prerequisites: Digital Design for the Screen, Digital Tools for Print Design or equivalent experience June 13 – July 29 tuition: $375 Online Course

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3/30/11

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artful living Culinary Arts + Entertaining

Home + Garden Design page 31

The Handcrafted Brew

Culinary Arts + Entertaining pages 31 – 32

CULIN-4325 | Aaron Crossette

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Home + Garden Design new Decorating 101: Your Room Redesign at Thos. Moser

Inspiration + Innovations: Tour Boston’s Design District

LIVE-4328 | Chris Eramo, Paul Santos

LIVE-2393 | Chris Eramo, Paul Santos

Face your interior decorating challenges head-on with inspiration gleaned from the furniture designs of the family-run furniture company, Thos. Moser, known for its handcrafted heirloom furniture since 1972. In this class, two accomplished interior designers explain the basics of room redesign. Learn how to take proper measurements and transfer those measurements onto paper, and then learn how to determine traffic flow and select a color palette, rugs and appropriately scaled furniture. Note: Feel free to bring photos of your room. Directions are sent to registered participants.

Gain inspiration for the design of your own home with this interactive walking tour of Boston’s design district. Two leading interior designers take you on a guided tour of the showrooms featured in top design publications. Expect to preview trends in design for home furnishings, lighting and accessories, and draw inspiration for your next design project with fresh ideas for every budget. Note: Class meets in Boston; directions are sent to registered participants.

Saturday, June 18 10am – 12pm 1 session tuition: $55

Wednesday, June 15 10am – 1pm 1 session tuition: $65

Perennial Garden Design: Succession Planting for Year-Round Pleasure LIVE-3019 | Michael Veracka In this lecture we explore principles of historically important perennial garden styles and show how these styles have applications for the home landscapes of New England. Students examine theories of formal and naturalistic garden styles, and discuss plant selection based on form, texture and color harmonies. The lecture uncovers ways of creating structure in the garden using woody plants, biennials, tender perennials and annuals. Learn how to select, find, group and space plants as part of the garden design process to create a memorable planting design.

In this workshop, Aaron Crossett, head brewer of Providence’s Union Station Brewery, shows student/brewers how to select different malts and hops, blending various fruits, spices and even caramel flavors, and the entire brewing process – to create distinctive brews, from blonde ales to porters. Whether you lean toward Belgian or German, Asian or American, nutty, tart, sweet or another style, awaken your taste buds with the many ways to achieve heavenly results ranging from subtle to intense. Note: Class meets at an off-campus location; directions are sent to registered participants. Wednesday, June 22 6:30 – 8:30pm 1 session tuition: $55 :: lab fee: $25

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CULIN-1143 | Robin Brandes Learn how best to use the bounty of fruits and vegetables available at farmers’ markets or through your local CSA membership. In this class, Certified Health Counselor Robin Brandes shows you how to utilize seasonal vegetables to create nutritious, easy-to-prepare meals that you can enjoy preparing throughout the summer. We cover storage, cleaning and nutritional information, as well as methods for cooking and freezing vegetables in bulk for later use. The class ends with a delicious and nutritious treat made with seasonal fruit! Thursday, July 14 6:30 – 8:30pm 1 session tuition: $55 :: lab fee: $15

Wednesday, June 29 6:30 – 8:30pm 1 session tuition: $55

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Cooking with RISD’s Artisan Events Café All classes taught by Chefs Pierre St-Germain and/or Christopher Wood

Join RISD’s Executive Chef, Pierre St-Germain, and Chef Christopher Wood of RISD’s recently-opened Artisan Events Café for a series of hands-on classes that celebrate the bounty of summer and teach you the art of preparing international cuisine.

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Tantalizing Tapas

CULIN-1144 Originally from Spain, tapas are now recognized worldwide, and are often combined to form an entire meal. In this class, you’ll enjoy a wide selection of tapas, accompanied by wines and regional bev erages. The chef demonstrates the preparation of garlic crisp bread with chorizo, fava beans with serrano ham, miniature pork brochettes, roasted mushrooms and zucchini with Jerez vinegar, and baby potatoes with aioli. Join us for lively discussion and an unforgettable meal. Tuesday, June 14 6:30 – 8:30pm 1 session tuition: $55 :: lab fee: $35

new Summer Entertaining Made Easy CULIN-1145 This summer will be one to remember, once you learn the secrets of stress-free entertaining. Learn to prepare a variety of fun and easy summer dishes, as well as strategies to make preparation and clean-up fast and simple. Sample items to be prepared include gazpacho, grilled vegetable salad, steak with grilled tomato, and summer fruit trifle. You’ll come home with fabulous recipes that’ll be the hit of the party, whether you host it or not! Tuesday, June 21 6:30 – 8:30pm 1 session tuition: $55 :: lab fee: $35

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CULIN-1146 In this class, participants learn to prepare several dishes of classic, nutritionally balanced Indian cuisine, including saffron basmati rice, lentils with aromatic spices and ginger, eggplant and tomato masala, homemade chutney and achar, and naan. Along with step-by-step demonstrations, the chef leads a discussion on spices and cooking methods to control the heat level and intensity of flavors, so you’ll come away with confidence to make these dishes at home for any dining audience. Tuesday, June 28 6:30 – 8:30pm 1 session tuition: $55 :: lab fee: $30

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CULIN-1147 The tastes of Vietnamese cooking, featuring strong Chinese and French influences, and herbs like lemongrass, Vietnamese mint, long coriander and Thai basil, are mouthwatering. Vietnamese food becomes accessible in this class, as our chef prepares an assortment of traditional Vietnamese salads, cold noodle dishes, and rice paper spring rolls, along with dipping sauces and dressings. This amazing presentation, discussion and meal are an experience you won’t want to miss. Tuesday, July 12 6:30 – 8:30pm 1 session tuition: $55 :: lab fee: $30

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Cooking with Beer

CULIN-1148 Beer, like wine, lends itself to a range of classic and contemporary recipes, both sweet and savory. In this class, the chef demonstrates how to prepare such beerbased delicacies as local mussels with leeks and ale, beef kabobs with stoutcaramelized onions, and chocolate porter brownies – all accompanied by a tasting of seasonal local beers. We discuss how beer is made, some of the styles produced, and how those influence their pairings, both with food and in food. Tuesday, July 19 6:30 – 8:30pm 1 session tuition: $55 :: lab fee: $35

new Summer’s Bounty: Cooking with Fruits of the Farm CULIN-1149 In this class, you’ll learn how to turn the current fruit harvest into a rich, sweet and tangy meal of soup, salad, entrée and dessert. Our chef shares tips for selecting ripe fruits, maximizing flavor with grill and puree techniques, storage and preparation, pairing them with other ingredients, as well as vegan options and seasonal variations. At the end of class, you’ll receive all the fruity recipes and enjoy the dinner we prepare! Tuesday, July 26 6:30 – 8:30pm 1 session tuition: $55 :: lab fee: $35

RISD’s Artisan Events Café Visit RISD’s newest eatery! Open Monday - Friday for lunch, and Pub Nights on Thursday and Friday. 345 South Water Street, Providence www.risdcaters.org

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Youth, Ages 5-12

Youth, Ages 5–12 pages 33 – 37 Young Artist Camps, Ages 7–17 page 38 Young Adult Certificate Programs page 39 – 40

RISD | CE’s Young Artist Program provides a strong grounding in the visual arts and plenty of opportunity for self-expression. Each course creates a dynamic environment where students build self-confidence along with a foundation of creative and technical skills.

Young Adults, Ages 12–17 pages 41 – 49

Please note: Parents are asked to provide a snack for break time and a smock to protect clothing.

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Artstart ages 5-6 CHILD-2248 :: Barbara Voccola, Jana DeSimone, Melissa Cardillo

Very important! To ensure the age appropriateness of the curriculum, children must meet the age requirement listed with each course description by the beginning of class. No exceptions.

This early art experience introduces young children to a variety of materials and basic art concepts, such as color, line, shape and texture. Storytelling is integrated with drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture. A nurturing environment stresses experimentation and fun, rather than end product, as the course aims to heighten sensory awareness and build confidence in basic artmaking skills. Most especially, the course serves as an exciting introduction to the world of art and all its possibilities. SECTION 01 :: Barbara Voccola

Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 9am – 12pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $5 SECTION 02 :: Jana DeSimone Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $5 SECTION 03 :: Melissa Cardillo Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $5

Ages 5–12 Lunch Care RISD| CE offers a lunch care option for young artists, ages 5 through 12, who are enrolled in morning and/or afternoon classes. From noon to 1pm, RISD staff are on hand to monitor children while they enjoy their lunch break, either inside the air-conditioned Design Center or outside along the adjacent river walk. Parents must provide children with a bag lunch and a beverage each day. This option is available for $35 on a weekly basis only. Visit www.risd.edu/ce and click on the Register link to download a Lunch Care registration form. Forms must be submitted one week prior to the start of the program. The Lunch Care program is contingent upon enrollment.

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ReART! ages 5-6 CHILD-3807 :: Hope Chella If you can redo, remix and refry, why can’t you re-art? It’s just a matter of whether you have the willingness to experience the sheer joy of making art. In this exciting multi-sensory class, children create fantastic images, sculptures and constructions limited only by their imagination! Using common objects – even found materials like cardboard tubes and shapes, foam scraps, plastic bottles, buttons, beads and more – in uncommon ways, the most amazing things can happen. But first you’ve got to mix in such traditional materials as paint and clay in a process that provides children with opportunities for play and exploration. From building three-dimensional cities and creatures to printmaking, painting, collage and sculpting, young artists quickly discover innovative ways to rethink, recreate and revive the world around them. Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 1 – 4pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $10

Playing with Imagination ages 5-6 CHILD-3705 :: Hope Chella In this exciting, multi-sensory experience, children playfully interact with and explore a variety of art media and materials, poetry, stories and drama to bring their imaginations to life. The class encourages interest in the written word through a variety of sources, and then integrates the development of literacy skills in fun and imaginative ways. Exploring twodimensional and three-dimensional art forms, young artists soon develop ways to connect the imaginative process to all aspects of learning, empowering them by developing their confidence in their own voices, abilities and imaginations. SECTION 01 :: Hope Chella

Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 1 – 4pm SECTION 02 :: TBA Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 1 – 4pm

10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $5

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Paintbox ages 7-8 CHILD-2101 :: Hope Chella, Jennifer Ashley Singleton Paintbox is all about possibilities. Children have the opportunity to share the joy of learning while exploring the intricacies of a variety of media. Drawing, painting, printmaking, working with clay, building constructions and making sculptures all combine to heighten the children’s imagination and sensory awareness, introducing them to a panoply of visual art concepts and skills. In the process, instructors acquaint children with great works of art and stress a greater degree of technical proficiency than was required in Artstart. SECTION 01 :: Hope Chella

Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 9am – 12pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $5 SECTION 02 :: Jennifer Ashley Singleton Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $5 SECTION 03 :: Jennifer Ashley Singleton

Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $5

Kids Sketch: An Introduction to Drawing ages 7-8 CHILD-3766 :: Susan Clarke “Drawing is the art of taking a line for a walk,” said artist Paul Klee. This workshop teaches young artists the fundamentals of drawing and sketching as they learn to interpret “line” in their own way. Drawing assignments include still lifes, landscapes, cityscapes and portraits, all of which serve to expose students to work in pencil, colored pencil, pen and ink, felt-tip marker and charcoal. This course is ideal for students with little or no experience who want to discover the sheer fun and satisfaction of drawing. Group discussion and one-on-one instruction are provided to meet the specific needs of each student. Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 9am – 12pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $5

Re-Creation: Uncommon Possibilities for Common Objects ages 7-8 CHILD-1259 :: Michael DiMucci Imagine building a city out of cardboard or a robot from clothes hangers… the possibilities are endless with a dash of imagination and ingenuity. This course challenges students to reimagine the use of materials and media to create sculptures, paintings, prints, installations and anything else they can imagine. Working both cooperatively and independently, the class explores how artmaking can transcend the classroom walls, to utilize the outdoors and materials from nature. Students reexamine found objects such as tubes, boxes, fabric and buttons, and combine them with more traditional materials to create original works of art. See how far your imagination will take you! Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 1 – 4pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $15

Sculpted Fantastical Faces ages 7-8 CHILD-3731 :: TBA What would it be like to transform yourself into something or somebody else? Well, with masks, you can do just that. In this course, children explore various techniques involved in mask-making and theatrical sculpture to create a variety of multimedia masks. First we view art examples from a variety of cultures and artistic periods to understand the nature of handcrafted disguises throughout history. Then we build our very own assortment of mask creations. Emphasis is placed on casting, molding, shaping and covering the students’ three-dimensional designs. Young artists explore this type of “wearable art” through a multitude of exciting art materials, learning how to properly apply papiermâché and plaster of Paris, use modeling clay, paint, make handmade papers, and even recycle objects to create a number of original masks. Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $15

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Creature Feature

Claymania!

Art Explorers

ages 7-8 CHILD-2416 :: Melissa Cardillo

ages 7-8 CHILD-1996 :: Ellen Blomgren

There really are dragons in the RISD Museum and there really are bears in the Nature Lab! But don’t worry; in this course, creatures from ancient legends, magical fairytales and fantastic dreams come alive only in drawings, paintings, puppets and sculptures. The emphasis is on imagination as students explore the facts and fiction surrounding a panorama of wondrous beasts. Children visit the RISD Nature Lab to observe a variety of real – and very strange – critters from their vast collection of taxidermy (stuffed animals) and entomology (bugs)! The RISD Museum provides other creature adventures as well, from their collection of ancient art and artifacts. Young artists use this treasure trove of information as inspiration for a variety of visual projects, building basic art and design skills as they let their natural curiosity take them far beyond their dayto-day world of creature comforts.

In this introduction to building with clay, the focus is on fun as younger students explore many ways of constructing basic ceramic art works. Children discover how easy it is to make inventive forms using the pinch, slab and coil methods to create oodles of inventive objects, and enjoy squishing their hands into this fabulously tactile medium! Students finish their projects by adding surface patterns and colored glazes and then, through the magic of fire (safely contained in the kiln), their raw materials are transformed into cherished works of ceramic art. Children’s creativity explodes through this rich approach to making sculptural and even functional art.

ages 9-12 CHILD-2154 :: Ruth Shouval, Michael DiMucci, Jana DeSimone

Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $15

Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $25

SECTION 01

Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 1 – 4pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $25 SECTION 02

To young artists, the opportunity to explore a variety of media, including pen and ink, paints, pastels, printmaking and Paris Craft is, to put it simply, eye-opening. The most ambitious students seek to explore the very limits of their imaginations and memories. In this class, we stimulate the children’s innate creativity by visiting the RISD Museum and Nature Lab, as well as by providing other thoughtprovoking resources to help them find inspiration for their artwork. We emphasize personal expression, problem solving and efficient, inventive use of media as children participate in group discussions about their artmaking. SECTION 01 :: Ruth Shouval

Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 9am – 12pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $5 SECTION 02 :: Michael DiMucci Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $5 SECTION 03 :: Jana DeSimone Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $5

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Clayworks ages 9-12 CHILD-2926 :: Ellen Blomgren Here is a welcome opportunity for children to design and create pots, cups or boxes to contain their favorite snack or keepsake, or perhaps form and decorate clay tiles or sculptures that tell a story. In this course, students continue to develop their clay building skills and explore the fundamentals of sculptural and functional ceramic art. They also pose a few new questions: Can a sculpture have a useful function, or can a ceramic mug or bowl be a sculpture? As they refine their skills in using the pinch, slab and coil methods of clay construction, students dig deeper into the function of their clay works and finish their pieces with surface decorations, embellishments and glazes. SECTION 01

Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 9am – 12pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $25 SECTION 02

Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $25

Cool Contraptions: Toy of the Century ages 9-12 CHILD-2135 :: Michael DiMucci Based on the fundamentals of design and engineering, this exciting workshop focuses on the playful but well-considered use of materials. With unique opportunities for brainstorming and problem solving, each week brings a new design challenge (i.e., build a two-wheeled race car that travels down an inclined string, or use air compression to power a plane). Participants use real hand tools and work with a variety of materials like wood, recycled items, Legos, paper, cardboard, metal, rubber bands, wire and fabric. As they have fun drawing, experimenting, testing and building, students increase their scientific awareness, gain knowledge of the design process and build upon both two- and three-dimensional design skills.

‘Tooning Around: Cartoon Workshop ages 9-12 CHILD-2180 :: Bri Johnson This course invites young ‘toonists to get funny, silly or scary as they get serious about learning to create their own cartoon characters. Using basic pencil and penand-ink drawing techniques, students play with line and learn to experiment with personality on paper. Inspired by the rich tradition of cartooning found in children’s books, comic strips and animated cartoons, young artists bring their most whimsical ideas to life. So, when it’s time to return to reality, students will have increased their confidence with both words and pictures, and had some rollicking good fun in the process. Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 9am – 12pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $5

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ages 9-13 CHILD-1262 :: Brandon Strathmann Cartoon animals come in all shapes and sizes: some are four-legged, furry or feathered; others wear top hats, monocles or diapers. They strut on two legs or crawl on all four, and some even have eight arms at their disposal! Some behave like humans (Squidward, Hello Kitty and Brian Griffin), and some less so (Bambi and Thumper), but they all fascinate us and are perfect characters through which to tell a story. In this drawing course, you learn to cartoon animals, creating their stories and giving them personality that will have them hopping off the page. Your instructor first introduces you to some classic animal characters. Then, using simple drawing tools and techniques, you follow along to create your own unique critter creations. Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425

Adventures in Drawing! ages 9-12 CHILD-1997 :: Jennifer Ashley Singleton Artist Keith Haring once said, “Drawing is still basically the same as it has been since prehistoric times. It brings together man and the world. It lives through magic.” Young artists in this workshop discover the nature of that magic, as they take command of the marks they make, and are provided with a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of drawing and sketching. Assignments utilize a rich array of drawing materials, while expanding on traditional subject matter: still lifes, landscapes, cityscapes and portraits, as well as both observational and abstract applications of making marks. The course is ideal for students with little or no experience who want to explore the magic of drawing. Group discussion and one-on-one instruction are provided to meet the specific needs of each student. Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $5

Dramarama ages 9-12 CHILD-2006 :: Amy Lynn Budd Enter the world of Dramarama, where all the world’s a play. Using basic visual, performing and literary arts concepts, students collaborate to create original short pieces of theatre. From creative brainstorming to acting, and from improvising to planning and revising scenes, Dramarama is a one-of-a-kind experience. Everyone acts, writes and makes design decisions to express action and character. With a little imagination, everyday objects and clothing pieces transform into witty props and costumes. In the end, students all work together to create a totally unique final performance. Join us to explore the territory where multiple art forms collide, a place limited only by the imagination. Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $10

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Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $15

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Imagination Takes Flight

Architecture: Fantasy Play Space

Claymation

ages 9-12 CHILD-3732 :: Michael DiMucci

ages 9-12 CHILD-2268 :: Lindsay Beebe

ages 9-12 CHILD-3767 :: Brandon Strathmann

The sky’s the limit as students fold, cut and paste their hearts out while exploring a variety of paper airplanes, soaring kites, fluttering windsocks and cool moving kinetic art. In this two-week course, students explore their way through basic to advanced techniques to create innovative and whimsical creations that can only be properly tested outdoors! Students learn how they can construct all sorts of “flying art” for distance, stunts, speed or just for play. The young aviators work with a wide array of construction materials such as fabric, plastic, foam board and more. They’re then able to personalize and decorate their airborne inventions with paints and protective varnishes for use outdoors. The class takes wing with each student bringing their prototypes for several test flights around the RISD campus!

If kids could design their very own playhouses or forts, what would they look like? Would they perch in a tree or stand on the ground? And what kind of games could kids play both in and around such a structure? In this class, students develop ideas, plans, drawings and models of their fantasy buildings with the city of Providence itself providing inspiration though its varied historical and contemporary examples of architecture and landscape. And while they’re laying the foundations, kids simultaneously learn how to manipulate space, materials and style through exercises that focus on drawing and thinking, and through demonstrations of the properties of assorted materials. To top it off, students finish up by constructing models of their very own dream structures.

Punch it, pull it, make it move. Clay has a lot of character – wouldn’t Gumby or Wallace and Gromit agree? Their talented animators certainly would. Join us to learn the secrets of frame-by-frame moviemaking, using clay as a medium to make moveable creatures, people and objects for an animated video. While relying upon traditional animation techniques at first to develop the idea, style the characters and put them through their paces on a miniature set, soon enough we find ourselves employing digital still cameras to shoot our Plasticine players and capture them for computerized moviemaking. In the process, all aspects of pre-production, storyboarding, using the camera, lighting, basic editing and post-production techniques come together, resulting in a stop-motion animated film to take home on a DVD for home viewing.

Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $25

Kidstyle! ages 9-12 CHILD-3740 :: Jennifer Rice Kids love fashion too! They often have fabulous ideas on what they would like to wear, so it makes great sense to offer this course as a prelude to the fashion design offerings available to older students. The world of fashion is exciting and fun, with great emphasis placed on creative personal expression. That’s what students can count on as they learn the basics of fashion design, from brainstorming original concepts to the unveiling of their final creation. Everything is open for investigation, from fabric choices to running one’s own fashion design business! Some basic sewing and patternmaking techniques are reviewed, as well as how to assemble a fashion portfolio combining design work and sewing samples. Students even create their own label and magazine ads! Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $15

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Digital Wizardry: An Introduction to Computer Graphics

Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 1 – 4pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $455 :: lab fee: $20

Experiments in Animation

ages 9-12 CHILD-2921 :: Gabrielle Portal

ages 9-12 CHILD-3712 :: Brandon Strathmann

Don’t believe everything you see! Nearly every photograph that appears in print has been changed or manipulated in some way via the computer. The results of this computer-manipulated art can be found in magazines, newspapers, posters and comics – in just about all printed matter. In this course, learn the secrets of digital magic that professional artists use to alter the truth and create fantastic works of art. Here young artists get to create original work from photographic or other printed resources after learning the tools that Adobe Photoshop provides to create comics, CD covers, posters and more. You won’t believe the techno-wizardry that magically springs forth from your printer!

Let’s animate! This course exposes students to the many faces of animation which, at its core, is the art of creating the illusion of moving pictures. Whether it’s one of the Totoros of Miyazaki, Disney’s winter fairies creating poetry on ice, or the wacky instructional animations of Sesame Street, animation is an art form that wears many masks. Each week, students in this course explore a different style of animation, functioning as animator, actor, camera operator and editor. Using a variety of drawn and two-dimensional media, they go on to create several exclusive short animations. Ultimately, students are introduced to a variety of techniques, including drawing, cut-outs, and pixilation, and learn to combine images with sound, producing a DVD of their work to share with family and friends.

Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $495

Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $495

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Young Artist Camps, ages 7-17 Children and teens ages 7-17 are invited to join us for one or several of these one- or two-week full-day programs for youth and young adults, held at RISD’s Tillinghast Farm campus in Barrington, RI, or on the RISD campus in Providence.

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ages 7-12 CAMP-0295 :: Steven Hayes, Lindsay Beebe Heroes come from all walks of life – they can be athletes or artists, scientists or firefighters, writers or politicians, family members or friends. Throughout history, artists have paid tribute to the heroes of their time, with monumental statues, glorious murals and magnificent buildings that honor the lives of those who have changed the world for the better. In this vacation camp, students choose one of their heroes and, through drawings, murals, sculptures and architectural designs, pay tribute to their hero through the arts. We look at examples of monuments, murals and buildings from around the world, both ancient and new, that have been constructed in the name of some of the greatest people who have ever lived and, with these examples as inspiration, we create our own art, and pay tribute to the ones we honor. Directions to Tillinghast Farm are sent to registered students. Please provide a snack, a bag lunch and a beverage each day. Also, please send a towel or small blanket, a hat and sunscreen. At Tillinghast Farm: Monday – Friday, June 20 – 24 9am – 4pm 5 sessions tuition: $440

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Food Acts Up!

ages 7-12 CAMP-2023 :: Patricia Huntington, A.J. Morse From nature morte, or still life, to Claes Oldenburg’s colossal sculptures, food has been a constant theme for artists. Andy Warhol silkscreened soup cans, Wayne Thiebaud painted desserts, and Joost Elffers made “playing with your food” fashionable. In this camp, we explore food through several aspects of art making, including drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and mixed media, and discover shapes, textures, colors, patterns, and even personalities of food. Then, Tillinghast Farm becomes the setting for a visual feast, where young artists create food costumes and life-size sculptures for a final exhibition parade. Directions to Tillinghast Farm are sent to registered students. Please provide a snack, a bag lunch and a beverage each day. Also, please send a towel or small blanket, a hat and sunscreen. At Tillinghast Farm: Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 9am – 4pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $585 :: lab fee: $10

new Masterpieces, Meanings + Mysteries: Exploring the Art World ages 7-12 CAMP-2021 :: Donald Chabot, Patricia Huntington Young artists in this camp become art detectives, and learn to solve visual puzzles within masterpieces: where did the artists’ ideas come from, and what meanings do they hold? We take works of art and decipher their meanings, and then create our own responses. Inspiration and creative sources lead us to create mysteries within our own work, as we find our own voices through drawing, painting, printmaking, mixed media and sculpture. The students’ explorations and experiences culminate when the Tillinghast Farm studios are transformed into a collaborative gallery space that highlights each student’s individual expressions. Directions to Tillinghast Farm are sent to registered students. Please provide a snack, a bag lunch and a beverage each day. Also, please send a towel or small blanket, a hat and sunscreen. At Tillinghast Farm: Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $595 :: lab fee: $10

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new Enchanted Forest: Gnomes, Trolls + Fairies ages 7-12 CAMP-2022 :: Donald Chabot, A.J. Morse Who knows what elusive creatures lurk in the woodsy shadows and frothy tidal pools of Tillinghast Farm? With some midsummer’s inspiration from illustrators and surrealists like René Magritte, Maxfield Parrish, Arthur Rackham and Dr. Seuss, we go on an artistic adventure, which includes creating fantastic characters, building journals, collage, assemblage, and more! At the conclusion of camp, we produce short shadow puppet stories, for which we imagine and create whimsical architecture and mysterious settings. Directions to Tillinghast Farm are sent to registered students. Please provide a snack, a bag lunch and a beverage each day. Also, please send a towel or small blanket, a hat and sunscreen. At Tillinghast Farm: Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 9am – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $595 :: lab fee: $10

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Stop Motion Animation

ages 13-17 CAMP-2024 :: Brandon Strathmann From King Kong’s wrestling match with an obnoxious T-Rex to Gromit’s frenzied chase on a model railroad, the process of building a movie frame by frame has generated incredible cinematic images – despite the fact that the resulting dynamic activity is simply an illusion. Each individual movement is recorded and then projected at a speed that fools the eye into seeing uninterrupted movement. Students in this course form production teams in which they assume the role of camera operator, set designer and storyteller. Using a variety of two- and threedimensional media, they go on to create a believable reality as seen in several unique short digital video experiments. By the end of the camp, students will have learned to combine the images with sound and produced a DVD to share with family and friends. Applies to the following certificate programs: YA, YC, YM On Providence Campus: Monday – Friday, June 20 – 24 9am – 4pm 5 sessions tuition: $525 :: lab fee: $25

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young adult certificate programs

Animation (YA) For courses applicable to the Animation certificate program, look for “YA” in the “Applies to” statement at the end of the course description.

Young adult certificate programs offer teens (ages 12-17) the chance to focus their studies as they develop their artistic abilities. Whether used purely as a means for creative selfexpression or to prepare for further artistic endeavors after high school, these programs broaden horizons and increase skill levels while building confidence and maturity. Young Adult courses are listed on pages 41 – 49.

RISD | CE’s certificate program in animation gives students a glimpse of the industry and art that surround the study of animation. Participants in this program practice the craft with authentic tools and techniques that are both traditional (pencil and paper) and cutting edge (3D modeling software). Using these methods they create exceptional frame-by-frame movies that result from their study of figure drawing, character design, movement, storytelling, modeling, texturing and lighting. In order to earn the RISD | CE Certificate in Animation, students must complete five applicable courses within three years.

Comic Art (YC)

Registration Information Students uncertain about committing to an entire certificate program may wait up to one year before declaring their intent and paying the $25 per semester fee retroactively. Courses may also be taken on an individual basis without enrolling in a certificate program. For more information, please call 401 454-6200.

For courses applicable to the Comic Art certificate program, look for “YC” in the “Applies to” statement at the end of the course description.

Programs RISD | CE offers seven certificate programs for young adults. YA

Animation

Comic Art

Fashion Design

Game Design

Movie-Making

Photography

Art School Preparation

Comic books blend words and pictures, and it takes skill and practice to create this unique art form. This certificate program begins with foundation courses in drawing and illustration, which facilitate the development of the creative imagination. As they advance, participants learn to develop their own narratives and to render them as unique works of sequential art. Successful students complete the program with fine-tuned artistic literacy and original comic pages for their portfolio. In order to earn the RISD | CE Certificate in Comic Art, students must complete five applicable courses within three years.

Fashion Design (YF) For courses applicable to the Fashion Design certificate program, look for “YF” in the “Applies to” statement at the end of the course description.

Pre-College Program There may still be some spaces available in the 2011 RISD Pre-College Program, an intensive six-week summer program for high school students ages 16 to 18 who have completed their sophomore, junior or senior year by June 2011. A structured curriculum provides students with the opportunity to build a strong foundation of skills and knowledge in the visual arts. Many students create eye-catching pieces for college admission portfolios, while others participate simply to broaden their experience in the fine and applied arts. For more information, call 401 454-6200 to speak to the Summer Program Manager, or e-mail cemail@risd.edu.

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RISD has a great reputation for producing up-and-coming fashion designers and likewise, RISD | CE strives to make the world of apparel accessible to a younger audience. This certificate program encompasses five courses that include instruction in design and sketching techniques as well as the basics of patternmaking, drafting, construction, sewing techniques and even fashion photography. Taken together, these courses assist students in the development of critical skills and techniques required for future study of any aspect of fashion design, and in the assembly of a strong design portfolio. In order to earn the RISD | CE Certificate in Fashion Design, students must complete five applicable courses within three years.

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Game Design (YG)

Movie-Making (YM)

Photography (PH)

For courses applicable to the Game Design certificate program, look for “YG” in the “Applies to” statement at the end of the course description.

For courses applicable to the Movie-Making certificate program, look for “YM” in the “Applies to” statement at the end of the course description.

For courses applicable to the Photography certificate program, look for “PH” in the “Applies to” statement at the end of the course description.

RISD | CE’s certificate program in game design teaches students the techniques and design principles required to create their own interactive worlds. Students in the program use industry-standard tools to create the user interface and modeling of complex imagined virtual realities – including fully animated characters and detailed, multi-level environments – while exploring such topics as character design, animation, texturing, lighting, level building and scripting. As the multi-billion dollar video game industry continues to grow, opportunities for game artists and designers are at an all-time high. In order to earn the RISD | CE Certificate in Game Design, students must complete five applicable courses within three years.

While telling a story using traditional live action movie-making can be complicated, this new certificate program in moviemaking makes the process simple and fun. The program offers students hands-on learning as they shoot digital video, write characters, cut scenes and record sound effects and music, with the goal of producing original short films and eye-popping visual effects. These final projects can be shared as a video upload or on a home DVD player, and are the start of a strong show reel. In order to earn the RISD | CE Certificate in Movie-Making, students must complete five applicable courses within three years.

RISD | CE has long offered a number of creative photography courses in our Young Artist Program, and many of our students have been honored with Rhode Island Scholastic Art Awards for their photographs and portfolios. As a next step, we offer this five-course certificate program for students considering pursuing advanced studies and/or a future career in photography. In addition to traditional photography techniques, topics in the areas of digital photography and computer design prepare students for the innovative new frontiers of this exciting art form. Courses also focus on developing skills and techniques that assist young artists in building a comprehensive body of work for professional-looking portfolios. In order to earn the RISD | CE Certificate in Photography, students must complete five applicable courses within three years.

Art School Preparation (AT) It is never too early to begin the intensive preparation necessary to create a first-rate high school portfolio. Our Art School Preparation Certificate Program is designed for students interested in a future in visual art or design, and is intended to supplement (not replace) a traditional high school art program by making more advanced courses available. It focuses on developing skills and techniques in drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking and/or graphics through challenging projects that prepare students for the highly competitive world of art and design. In order to earn the RISD | CE Certificate in Art School Preparation, students must complete one course in each of the following five categories within three years. Note: Students may substitute one requirement with a course from another Young Adult Certificate Program. GENERAL STUDIO + ART HISTORY • Art Studio * • Art from Art • Rebel Art: Voice of the People • The Art of Ideas • The Art of Children’s Book Illustration • Mixed Media • Original Duplicity: The Art of the Print * • The Fabric Palette: Bringing Color to Design with Textiles * DRAWING STUDIOS • Fundamentals of Drawing * • The Portrait: Inner Essence + Outer Likeness • Introduction to Figure Drawing * • Fashion Illustration • Figure Drawing + Painting • Sketchbook Workshop: Drawing in the Moment • Sketchbook Workshop: The Sketchbook as Art *

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2D DESIGN STUDIOS • Design Fundamentals from A to Z * • Color Fever! * • Design Challenge * • Designed to Rock * • Brand Yourself * • Stained Glass * PAINTING STUDIOS • Painting Studio * • Watercolor Studio: Painting with Translucence * • Making Your Mark in Drawing + Painting * • Plein Air Painting: Watercolor on Location *

3D DESIGN STUDIOS • Introduction to Sculpture • Ceramic Sculpture * • Armor: Design + Build • Gardens: Art + Design with Nature and the Earth * • Skate Deck DIY • Jewelry Jam: Alternative Adornments • Architecture: Designing Meaningful Shelters for Life * • Land of the Wee: Designing Miniatures for Fun + Film * * These courses are offered this semester.

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Young Adults, Ages 12-17

Fundamentals of Drawing

Introduction to Figure Drawing

ages 12-17 TEEN-2181 :: Frank Piccirillo, Steven Hayes

ages 13-17 TEEN-2916 :: Ruth Shouval, Eleanor Sabin

From figure drawing to sculpture and computer animation, some teens attend RISD | CE courses for sheer fun, while others have a more academic goal in mind. Courses for young adults may be taken on an individual basis, or as part of a focused certificate program. (Certificate programs are listed on pages 39-40).

Have you ever looked at a great drawing and thought, “How was that done? It looks so real!” This class uses an easy, step-bystep approach that unravels the mysteries of successful drawing. Emphasizing observation and exercises based on both traditional and innovative techniques, we focus on the concepts that are vital to any artist’s education: composition, line, value and perspective. Using a variety of media, including pencils, pens and charcoal, students strengthen their skills through a series of projects from small to large: from beetles and butterflies in the RISD Nature Lab to the architectural panorama of Providence. See how going back to the drawing board prepares you for a future in the world of art and design.

12- and 13-year-olds: See also Cartooning Critters, page 36.

Art Studio ages 12-17 TEEN-2106 :: William McKenna, Steven Hayes, Jana DeSimone In this class, students receive a strong, broad-based foundation in the visual arts through instruction in drawing, painting, design, printmaking and sculpture, all in a studio setting. We emphasize concepts and principles of art and design, originality, communication of ideas, and skill development in new and familiar media. Students visit the RISD Museum to connect art history to their work, and they use the natural treasures of the RISD Nature Lab as inspiration for their projects. In a surprisingly short time, students find new confidence in their ability to express themselves through art. Applies to the following certificate program: AT

Applies to the following certificate programs: AT, YA, YC, YG SECTION 01 :: Frank Piccirillo

Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $10 SECTION 02 :: Steven Hayes

Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $10 SECTION 03 :: Steven Hayes Tuesdays, June 28 – August 2 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $320 :: lab fee: $10

Drawing and observation are essential skills for all visual artists. This course gives students the opportunity to learn about composition and proportion as they study the techniques necessary to interpret the human form. Working with live models, students experiment with a broad range of drawing materials in a variety of creative exercises, including quick gesture drawings and larger studies. Weekly discussions and critiques introduce students to various aesthetic issues and to the work of important figurative artists. Budding cartoonists can also use this course to better their understanding of the human form. Note: This class uses nude models. Students must be 13-17 ONLY. Applies to the following certificate programs: AT, YA, YC, YF SECTION 01 :: Ruth Shouval

Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 1 – 4pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $10 model fee: $30 SECTION 02 :: Ruth Shouval Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $10 model fee: $30 SECTION 03 :: Eleanor Sabin Thursdays, June 30 – August 4 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $320 :: lab fee: $10 model fee: $30

SECTION 01 :: William McKenna

Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 9am – 12pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $10 SECTION 02 :: William McKenna Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $10 SECTION 03 :: Steven Hayes Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $10 SECTION 04 :: Jana DeSimone Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $10

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Take a Step Up In addition to our teen courses, high school students age 17 and higher are permitted to enroll in any of RISD | CE’s adult courses, with instructor permission.

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Design Fundamentals from A to Z ages 12-17 TEEN-2183 :: David Planka From complex architecture to the simple zipper, design is basic to both visual expression and functional problem solving. This course introduces students to the “grammar” of art: line, shape, color, texture and space. Working on a series of projects to explore each principle, students become fluent in the language of design by using a variety of art media and applying them to the real world of design. The skills developed in class provide a valuable foundation for a career in the arts and are directly applicable to just about any visual arts pursuit. Applies to the following certificate programs: AT, YA, YC Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 1 – 4pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $10

Design Challenge!

Color Fever!

Designed to Rock

ages 12-17 TEEN-3808 :: Lauren Conti

ages 12-17 TEEN-3944 :: Crystal Paolucci

ages 12-17 TEEN-0157 :: Nicholas Holcomb

From the clothes we wear to the MP3 devices we play our music on, the cars we drive and even the soda we drink, our decision to buy something is often determined by both how cool it looks and its functionality. Students in this course are challenged to create such business prototypes as a skateboard company, a beauty salon, a snack food or a clothing boutique, and then design the components that will sell the product. The course bridges multiple aspects of 2D and 3D design including, but not limited to, graphics, product models, package design and interior architecture. In the process, students gain a solid foundation in applying design principles to real world design challenges as they create a portfolio of the next “musthave” trend!

“The whole world, as we experience it visually, comes to us through the mystic realm of color.” This is how artist Hans Hofmann described color – as being everywhere around us. In this class, students explore the dynamic world of color through self-expression and imagination. First, students investigate the wide range of color concepts and theories, as well as the expressive use of color through various materials including oil pastels, watercolor, chalk pastels, colored pencil, and acrylic paints. Visuals from various artists – Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, Franz Marc, Wassily Kandinsky, and others – are then discussed in class. Finally, using color concepts and a vast array of materials, students experiment with subject matter such as nature, still life, cityscapes, collage, all in living color.

The pop music experience is much more than the tracks on a CD – it’s a billiondollar industry comprised of live events, endorsements, trademarked merchandise and carefully crafted images designed for the artists and their promoters. Bands become brands, which graphic designers craft with innovative logo design, costuming and display imagery. In this course, students are introduced to design through the scope of popular music history. Students work with the latest digital design tools and software to create artwork for CD jewel cases, tour posters and tee-shirt designs for an imaginary pop music idol or to reinterpret the identity for their favorite band. Whether your taste is for the Black Eyed Peas, Miley Cyrus or the Misfits, this course inspires you as you design to rock.

Applies to the following certificate program: AT Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $10

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Applies to the following certificate program: AT Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $10

Applies to the following certificate programs: AT, YA, YC, YG Tuesdays, June 28 – August 2 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $385 :: lab fee: $10

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Brand Yourself ages 13-17 TEEN-2200 :: Lynda Shoup Got talent? Who knows it? This course shows you how to market yourself as an artist using tools like blogs, social networks such as Facebook, and podcasting to design an online portfolio. Students craft an online artist’s identity and develop a platform for promoting their work, while creating content that supports your chosen identity through writing activities, careful choice of applications and a thoughtful journaling process. By the end of the class you will be on your way to creating your own brand; you’ll be familiar with web applications that can set you apart, know the facts about privacy, copyright and ethical considerations, and have ideas for presenting your work in ways that show you are a creative force to be reckoned with. Note: Students must be 13-17 ONLY. Laptops are not required, however, WiFi access will be available to those who choose to bring laptops to class. Applies to the following certificate program: AT Wednesdays, June 29 – August 3 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $320

Original Duplicity: The Art of the Print! ages 12-17 TEEN-2471 :: Ruth Shouval Shepard Fairey is an innovator of manipulating found images to create his dynamic posters, following in the tradition of Andy Warhol’s graphic icons. Through printmaking – a process used to duplicate an image – both original and found imagery can be layered to create original collages in multiple editions of identical or altered variations. In this course, we learn several non-press printing techniques that can be replicated at home, such as relief prints, silkscreen and pronto plates. We also learn how to make handmade paper, which we can then use to create threedimensional prints called paper casts. A special visit to the Print Room at the RISD Museum allows students a unique opportunity to see unframed prints in their original state. Throughout the course, students enhance their creativity and problem solving skills, while using printmaking to create special visual effects that can be achieved in no other way. Applies to the following certificate program: AT Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $40

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Gardens: Art + Design with Nature and the Earth

ages 12-17 TEEN-3736 :: Jessica Lee Perry

ages 12-17 TEEN-1765 :: Kurt Van Dexter

We often think of sketchbooks as places to store ideas or practice skills before applying them to our final masterpieces; in fact, sketchbooks can be works of art in themselves. In this course, students experiment with their sketchbooks as an evolving work of sequential art, combining drawn imagery, mixed media, collage, printmaking, altered photos, and connections between words and images. There are no limits as students get to explore their inner self while documenting their experiences. Class time is used to both explore new materials and processes and share discoveries. As the course progresses, each student becomes that much more connected to the wellspring of his/ her creativity.

Sculptural trees, multi-textured greenery, exploding palettes of floral color. Exotic locations? Royal palaces? Not necessarily! Gardens are art and design, using nature as the palette. They can be as formal as a city park, or familiar as your own back yard. Designing a successful garden, whether vegetable, floral or container, involves all the principles of art and design so that the ultimate creation transforms a space in a truly magical way. In this course, students learn basic concepts and processes of garden and landscape design, including an exploration of potential materials, hands-on site exploration, and the use of such architectural or sculptural elements as fences, arbors or garden benches. Students complete the course with a plan for their own hypothetical garden.

Applies to the following certificate program: AT Thursdays, June 30 – August 4 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $320 :: lab fee: $15

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Architecture: Designing Meaningful Shelters for Life

Land of the Wee: Designing Miniatures for Fun + Film

Think back to your childhood, when playing with miniature representations of our world kept you busy for hours. Dollhouses and model train sets are just some of the examples of our fascination with miniatures. Artists have been captivated by miniature sculpture as well, from Alexander Calder’s circus to set designs for stop motion animated films. In this course, students use a variety of materials such as foam, wire, papier mâché, clay, wood, cardboard and other recycled materials to create their own 3D set design/small sculpture environment. Students consider concepts of scale, depth of field, material choice and lighting for the purpose of evoking a sense of time and place. This is an excellent course for students interested in sculpture, architecture and stop action animation. Applies to the following certificate programs: AT, YA Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 1 – 4pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $440 :: lab fee: $25

ages 12-17 TEEN-3701 :: Kurt Van Dexter This course serves as an introductory experience for students interested in exploring the exciting field of architecture – where innovative design, aesthetics, practicality, cost and materials all intersect. Topics to be covered include directly relevant issues such as the design process, design development and presentation preparation, as well as secondary issues such as protecting and enhancing the fabric of the community, working with recycled materials and using cutting-edge “green” approaches. Video/DVD documentaries featuring key architects are presented in brief each week to enrich the students’ learning experience, and to help provide a sense of context. In the process, we view both historical and contemporary examples of notable architecture to help us address issues of style, space and materials. During the last class, students present their completed projects. Applies to the following certificate program: AT Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $15

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Watercolor Studio: Painting with Translucence ages 12-17 TEEN-2177 :: Ben Macomber “There is nothing that obeys the artist’s hand so exquisitely, nothing that records the subtlest pleasures of sight so perfectly.” This is how noted writer John Ruskin described watercolor, a medium of exquisite delicacy and unique translucence. Join us for this rare opportunity to explore and develop drawing and painting skills with a professional watercolorist and member of the Rhode Island Watercolor Society. Instruction highlights the proper use of materials, color theory, composition and several other techniques. Demonstrations, individual instruction and group critiques help each student find his or her unique approach to watercolor. Photographs, still lifes and striking panoramas of Providence provide inspiration for this painting adventure. Applies to the following certificate program: AT Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 9am – 12pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $50

Painting Studio ages 12-17 TEEN-2249 :: Frank Piccirillo Here is a chance to capture the sheer exuberance of painting while developing skills in a supportive environment that stresses process and expression, not just end product. Using imagination and a range of media (watercolor, ink, acrylics), students experiment with painting still lifes, interior spaces, the figure and landscapes – the sky’s the limit! Explore concepts of color, composition, line, form, value and texture in order to create ever more complex and expressive works of art. Note: Basic drawing experience is helpful, but not required. Applies to the following certificate program: AT Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $15

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new Plein Air Painting: Watercolor on Location

ages 12-17 TEEN-1757 :: Heather Cronin-Bachstein

ages 12-17 TEEN-2443 :: Christina Miles

Creative mark-making is the foundation for both drawing and painting – comparable to penmanship or a signature. As various drawing and painting endeavors call for different styles of marks, students in this course develop unique markmaking sets for a variety of applications, using innovative strategies and exercises. Working in different size scales and time frames, and inspired by sensory motivations including music, sound and movement, students investigate alternative drawing and painting processes with both familiar and unconventional materials. This course is both a kinetic and reflective adventure in which emerging artists gain confidence, building a repertoire of techniques and skills for drawing and painting, while discovering their unique artistic process and identity. Make your own mark in the world with your art!

This course invites you to see Providence through a new set of eyes, as you learn watercolor techniques on location. Watercolor’s versatility allows artists to leave the studio and work outdoors. It also is a fast and expressive medium, which lends itself to capturing moments in time. We split our sessions between working in the studio and the great outdoors as we experiment with mixing colors and creating large washes. We look to great artists who have worked en plein air, including John Singer Sargent and Winslow Homer. Students work on a new painting each session, as they build a portfolio of work.

Applies to the following certificate program: AT

Applies to the following certificate program: AT Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $50

Wednesdays, June 29 – August 3 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $320 :: lab fee: $10

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new Knitwear Design: Vogue Knitting Challenge ages 12-17 TEEN-2444 :: Rhonda Fargnoli Be the first to sign up for an amazing opportunity to have your knitwear design published in an upcoming issue of Vogue Knitting! In this course, we concentrate on creating an accessory from start to finish, and discuss trends, color, texture and functionality of design. After being introduced to various fibers and selecting from some of the latest yarns, students develop storyboards and color boards for their designs. A visiting designer, whose work has been featured on the cover of Vogue Knitting, visits our class to offer advice. The editorial director of Vogue Knitting then chooses the winning design. Note: This course is designed for those who have knitting experience. Students should expect to knit at home between sessions, and create sketches in a sketchbook.

new The Fabric Palette: Bringing Color to Design with Textiles ages 12-17 TEEN-1756 :: Crystal Paolucci Often when we think of fabric as a material for creating images or design, we think of quilting; however, textiles are used in a variety of ways in contemporary art and design. From functional design in the decorative arts, to alternative strategies in illustration, students in this course use fabric to create unique works of art. We use fabric and recycled materials to create a variety of projects that explore a tactile approach to drawing and two- and threedimensional design, while developing skills in color theory, and designing with pattern and texture. Come join this unique class and explore the possibilities of fabric! Applies to the following certificate program: AT Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $15

Introduction to Designer Knitting ages 12-17 TEEN-0471 :: Rhonda Fargnoli Participants in this course learn that a designer’s inspiration comes from everyday life, as they “build” a collection book to help trigger creativity for their own future knitwear designs. Working from a 10-inch mannequin, students create knitted ready-to-wear pieces based on their illustrations and the overall design process taught throughout the course. Students study established designers and their collections, learn about the finest fibers the world has to offer, create stitches to form swatches, make sketches and write their own patterns. Resources include a visit to the RISD Museum, lectures by guest designers, and access to numerous fashion publications from the RISD library. Also covered are the basic elements of hand knitting (focusing on mastering simple stitches and concentrating on design and color to create beautiful and original pieces), and finishing embellishments – all designed to lay a foundation for a career in textiles/design.

Applies to the following certificate program: YF Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $45

Applies to the following certificate program: YF Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 9am – 12pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $40

Fine Arts Proficiency Standards All RISD | CE courses offered for teens this semester are designed to assist students in meeting the Rhode Island Board of Regents fine arts proficiency standards.

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Young Fashion Designers: A Runway to Success

Young Fashion Designers: Creative Constructions

ages 12-17 TEEN-2145 :: Candace French

ages 12-17 TEEN-2186 :: Candace French

Fashion tells us much about our lives, our values and ourselves. Why else do we make such stars of Karl Lagerfeld and his colleagues? Discover what it takes to be a successful fashion designer in this introductory course. Students learn how fashion designers communicate visually by means of color, fabric, texture and pattern. We discuss design elements, styles, trends and couture as students explore sketching, pattern drafting, fabric, color choices and basic sewing. Creative projects include designing your own garments, patternmaking, draping on the mannequin, designing from fabric swatches, and creating a miniature garment. This is a great chance for students not only to learn the basics of designing their wardrobes, but to make a substantial addition to their portfolios. Note: Previous drawing experience is not required.

The realization of a designer’s sketched idea is the true challenge for any threedimensional artist. Whether the artist works in marble or in fabric, a foundation of skills and knowledge of materials are required. This course emphasizes the fundamentals of garment construction while deconstructing and reconstructing a garment of the student’s choice. By using new fabrics (each student selects a fabric) and design changes, the old garment is transformed into a totally new look. Through pattern drafting, draping using the mannequin, and various hand and machine sewing techniques, students move on to sewing their original designs created in class. The course also includes a continuing discussion of design, styles, trends and couture. Finally, students can showcase their design and leave with their newly created garment. Note: Some sewing knowledge is helpful, but not necessary.

Did you know that Napoleonic uniforms and gowns were the inspiration for Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall ‘06 collection, or that Marie Antoinette influenced Dior in 2006? In this course, students learn how fashion designers look to the past to design some of today’s high fashion! Students come to embrace the relationship between historic costume and contemporary fashion by examining couture collections and the costumes worn in hit movies in light of their historic influences. During lively class sessions, students learn to identify historic time periods, garments, fabrics and construction and fitting methods of the era. Then, with a single time period as a starting point, we produce our own design, construction and presentation drawings of historically accurate garments and contemporary fashions based upon them. Note: Students use both hand and machine sewing to construct a simple garment based on historic design. Some sewing skill needed.

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Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 1 – 4pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $20

Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $10

Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $50

Applies to the following certificate program: YF

From History to High Fashion ages 12-17 TEEN-3981 :: Pat Ubaldi Nurnberger

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Tuesdays, June 28 – August 2 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $320 :: lab fee: $20

Fresh Fashion: Exploring Innovative Materials ages 12-17 TEEN-3757 :: Pat Ubaldi Nurnberger Central to the design of a fashion collection is the investigation of innovative materials and textiles that nowadays define the uniqueness of a style and, more and more often, provide the initial inspiration behind a whole fashion collection. In this course, we explore the world of innovative materials in order to push creativity to its limits. Students create a personal project, beginning with a mood board and fashion sketch and ending with a complete garment made of non-traditional materials, while learning some basic construction techniques. The course culminates with an informal fashion show for parents and friends. Note: Previous sewing or patternmaking experience is not required. Applies to the following certificate program: YF Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $25

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The Fashion Collection: A Designer’s Dream Realized ages 12-17 TEEN-3811 :: Pat Ubaldi Nurnberger Fashion designers can find inspiration for a collection from almost anything: nature, literature, pop culture, masterpieces of art and architecture, the weather or even geometry. This intensive fashion design “think tank” focuses on the kind of idea development professional designers use in assembling a fashion collection. From concept to critique, illustration, theme boards, fabric selection, sources of inspiration and methods of fabrication, many variables play a role in creating a consistent and memorable line. Students in this course develop concepts for thematic collections while viewing and discussing notable industry trends by designers past and present. By the final session, students should have a solid foundation in critical thinking, as well as a portfolio of work that may one day lead to a fabulous fashion collection! Applies to the following certificate program: YF Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $15

Ceramic Sculpture ages 12-17 TEEN-2412 :: Ellen Blomgren, Bruce Lenore Many, if not most, sculptural pieces cast in bronze begin life as clay on an armature. In this class, students explore the basic three-dimensional aspects of clay as a sculptural medium. In a wide variety of projects, students create individual solutions to problems of form, scale and surface, using slab work, coiling, extrusions and press molds. We also review slips and alternative glazing techniques to expand the students’ design vocabulary and help them create pieces that reflect their inner visions. Finally, the RISD Museum’s collection of ceramic art serves as a valuable resource and inspiration for students as they investigate the design and construction possibilities of the many new techniques they learn in class. Applies to the following certificate program: AT SECTION 01 :: Ellen Blomgren

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Comic Book Creator

ages 12-17 TEEN-2441 :: Christina Miles

ages 13-17 TEEN-3744 :: Jack Purcell

If you are only familiar with stained glass from having visited museums and churches, now is your chance to experiment with a unique and fascinating art form. This course shines a new light upon the traditional medium of stained glass, as you design and assemble your own stained glass panel. After looking to Frank Lloyd Wright and Tiffany for inspiration, we cover techniques in cutting and grinding glass in a variety of shapes, and then joining those pieces to create a complete work of art. The final product will be a beautifully designed and well-constructed colorful glass panel that can be hung in any window.

American comics are filled with wild characters like musclemen, monsters, robots, villains and freaks, but you need more than a wild character to make a good comic book. It takes a story that, when combined with convincing pictures, draws the reader into the page and doesn’t let him go. In this course, students learn from a published professional how to pull all the components of great comic book creation – word balloons, captions, panels and personalities – together. Important topics such as character design, perspective drawing and page layout are considered and, in the end, students leave with a finished book to share with friends, family and, with luck, possibly even a big shot comic book publisher.

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Start Cartooning ages 12-17 TEEN-2179 :: Jane Kernan This course introduces students to the basic techniques of drawing human and animal characters in cartoon style. Students learn to give expression, action and motion to their characters as they create gag cartoons, caricatures and comic strips. The class also reviews the basics of paneling and composition, and studies the widely divergent styles of such classic strips as Boondocks and Calvin and Hobbes. As students gain experience with black-and-white drawing materials, they become more confident draftsmen and become familiar with rendering as a basis for comic exaggeration. Young artists are encouraged to expand upon their drawing and cartooning skills and to develop their own signature styles. Applies to the following certificate programs: YA, YC, YG, YM Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $10

Applies to the following certificate program: YA, YC, YG Prerequisite: Start Cartooning Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $10

Magical Girl Style ages 12-17 TEEN-3943 :: Gabrielle Portal If you are a fan of Japanese comics, you know the female characters who transform themselves, speak to animals and have complex lives complicated by their extraordinary powers. Sailor Moon, Sally the Witch and Pretty Sammy are examples of the mahou shoujo style of manga, and the focus of this cartooning course. As the class explores what makes these magical girls so special, each student works on perfecting original designs with proper attention paid to their graceful anatomy, poses and expressions. Lessons in foreshortening and perspective help to make your creation leap from the page as you complete full color illustrations. And let’s not forget pendants, wands and such as you learn to integrate objects, costume elements and props into a dynamic portrait of these amazing young heroines. Applies to the following certificate programs: YA, YC, YG Tuesdays, June 28 – August 2 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $320 :: lab fee: $10

SECTION 02 :: Bruce Lenore Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 1 – 4pm

10 sessions tuition: $425 :: lab fee: $25

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Heroes in Space (3D, That Is) ages 12-17 TEEN-3941 :: Jesse Farrell How do you turn your avatar or your sketchbook superhero into a threedimensional clay figure? A good question, to be sure, but what if you want even more? Is it unreasonable, for example, to ask “How do I turn my clay action figure into a more durable material like plastic?” The answer is finally at hand, as students discover when they enroll in this sculpture and mold-making workshop. The course starts with lessons in sculptural anatomy and exaggeration, both of which play into how you shape a clay hero. Students then participate in the casting process with a new composite model that can be painted to your specifications. How long can it be, we ask, before Hasbro comes knocking on your door? Applies to the following certificate programs: YA, YG Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 1 – 4pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $375 :: lab fee: $25

Full-Speed Painting with Photoshop ages 13-17 TEEN-0470 :: Matthew E. Paquin Speed painting is a technique utilized by video game and movie studios for the rapid-fire visualization of characters, environments, sets and props, most often using Photoshop as the tool. Students in this course explore this technique by unlocking the often overlooked potential of Photoshop’s brush tool, sourcing photographs as a starting point and, working with scanned elements, leading to a stronger skill set with the most indispensable application used by digital artists. Anyone interested in video games, movies, comics or architecture should benefit from this intense classroom experience. Expect to leave with a portfolio of digital illustrations that show you have taken your skills to the next level. Applies to the following certificate programs: PH, YA, YC, YG, YM Wednesdays, June 29 – August 3 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $385

Drawing for Animation

Computer Animation

ages 13-17 TEEN-2923 :: Brandon Strathmann

ages 12-17 TEEN-2129 :: Brandon Strathmann

In many ways animation has not changed since Gertie the Dinosaur came to life under the expressive pen of Winsor McCay; it is still an art form that instills the illusion of life in fantastic characters simply composed of multiple views put into motion. This course is for students who wish to advance their knowledge of core cartooning skills learned in Start Cartooning, as they enable creations to first walk, and then run, leap and dance. Through an in-depth look at how leading artists in the field create their work, students get an insider’s view of hand-drawn animation in a professional setting. As they develop their own stylized characters, they participate in exercises that include storyboarding, volumetric drawing, perspective studies and foreshortening of the cartoon figure. Animation principles and devices – such as model sheets, motion studies, flip books and cycles – are explained and practiced, and projects are burned to a take-home disc to share with family and friends.

Ever since the first deck of drawings was shuffled to create a “moving picture,” animation has thrilled us. But techniques and artistic styles in animation have come a long way since that time. In this exciting course, we open the doors to the vast world of computer animation. Using digital tools found in Flash, Magpie and iMovie, students learn to create an original soundsynch computer animation. From character development and background settings to storyboarding action, the course provides a balance of technique and individual creativity, as well as a foundation of essential design concepts. Ultimately, students copy their final animations to a DVD for use in a portfolio or to entertain friends and family. Note: Previous drawing experience is not required, but some computer experience is helpful.

Applies to the following certificate programs: YA, YG, YM

Applies to the following certificate programs: YA, YG, YM Monday – Friday, June 27 – July 8 9am – 12pm :: No Class 7/4 9 sessions tuition: $455

Prerequisite: Start Cartooning Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $425

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Stop Motion Animation

Mastering Maya Machines

ages 13-17 TEEN-2008 :: Brandon Strathmann

ages 13-17 TEEN-0463 :: Matthew E. Paquin

From King Kong’s wrestling match with an obnoxious T-Rex to Gromit’s frenzied chase on a model railroad, the process of building a movie frame by frame has generated incredible cinematic images – despite the fact that the resulting dynamic activity is simply an illusion. Each individual movement is recorded and then projected at a speed that fools the eye into seeing uninterrupted movement. Students in this course form production teams in which they assume the role of camera operator, set designer and storyteller. Using a variety of two- and threedimensional media, they go on to create a believable reality as seen in several unique short digital video experiments. By the end of the course, students will have learned to combine the images with sound and produced a DVD to share with family and friends.

Maya, the world’s most popular 3D modeling software, is the first choice of animators who must create the unbelievable and make it real. Fortunately, learning Maya has never been easier. Students in this introductory course learn the Maya interface, and practice polygon modeling by building vehicles and machines that start with symmetrical geometry, clear edges and uniform planes. We also experiment with the Hypershade tool to create and apply custom materials for chrome, gold plating and other outrageous combinations. As students become more confident, their projects become increasingly sophisticated, until they are creating hot rods, motorcycles and aircraft with unique style. Students exit with a project disc that demonstrates their ability to design in 3D.

Applies to the following certificate program: YA, YC, YM

Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 1 – 4pm 10 sessions tuition: $495

Monday – Friday, July 25 – August 5 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $495 :: lab fee: $25

Applies to the following certificate programs: YA, YG, YM

Movie Masterworks: Cinema’s Vampires ages 13-17 TEEN-0469 :: Jenn Dlugos The fangs, bats, garlic and wooden stakes . . . Movie-makers haven’t always treated vampires kindly in the nine decades that they have been feature characters. The vampire – from Murnau’s silent-era Nosferatu to Twilight’s Edward – has been fashionably reinvented as monster, villain, imbecile and romantic hero. Yet the appeal of vampires is everlasting, as their stories are told and retold and their exploits become more fantastic through advances in motion picture technology. This course provides students with more than a lesson in film history, as it creates an opportunity to practice camera skills, lighting techniques and practical special effects – all with the objective of presenting an interesting, perhaps even biting (!) story well told. Applies to the following certificate programs: YA, YC, YM Prerequisite: Lights, Camera, Action: Editing Digital Movies Tuesdays, June 28 – August 2 6:30 – 9:30pm 6 sessions tuition: $385

Basic Game Design with Web Technologies ages 12-17 TEEN-3719 :: Bruce Campbell There’s a world of games out there. You may even have them on your cell phone or your iPod. So it is our pleasure to announce to all game design enthusiasts, “Your time has come; the fundamentals of game design are within your grasp.” Join us to build simple interactive games with the latest Web technologies. Draw, animate and craft interactivity by applying basic programming in JavaScript. No programming experience is necessary, though students should be computer literate, preferably with some experience in programs such as Illustrator or Photoshop. The instructor introduces you to the basics of interactivity for game design using preprogrammed game modules that illustrate behaviors like mouse- and keyboard-controlled animation and boundary events. Let the games begin! Applies to the following certificate programs: YA, YG Prerequisite: Digital Drawing Board or Computer Animation Monday – Friday, July 11 – 22 9am – 12pm 10 sessions tuition: $495 :: lab fee: $10

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Campus Information Continuing Education Office 345 South Main Street, 2nd floor Providence, RI 401 454-6200, fax: 401 454-6218 The CE office is located on the second floor of 345 South Main Street ( on map). Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am - 5pm. Some evening and Saturday hours, by appointment only, when classes are in session.

7 Bayard Ewing Building (BEB)

Campus Services

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Building permit cards are distributed in class (for courses meeting 18 hours or more) and serve to identify RISD | CE students for a variety of services and discounts. Upon presentation of the signed card, RISD | CE students may visit the RISD Museum free of charge, apply for a discounted Library membership, make tax-exempt purchases with a ten percent discount on art supplies at the RISD Store and RISD Store 3D and use the RISD Rides shuttle bus.

9 Market House (MKT) 10 College Building (CB) 11 Bank Building (BANK) RISD Store 3D 12 The Chace Center (RISD Museum) Metcalf Auditorium 13 Metcalf Building (METC) 14 Waterman Building (WATM) 15 Carr House (CARR) 16 The RISD Museum of Art (MUS) 17 Memorial Building (MEM) 18 Benson Hall (BENS) 19 Ewing House (EWING) 20 Public Safety 21 Refectory (REF) The Met Dining Hall

RISD Store 3D 401 454-6354 The RISD Store 3D (formerly the Metcalf Supply Store) is located in the Bank Building (#11 on map). Special orders, MasterCard and VISA are accepted. Call for hours.

Directions to the RISD Campus From Interstate 95 North or South to Providence, take Exit 22A to Memorial Boulevard. At the fourth light, turn left onto Washington Place (which becomes Waterman Street). From Interstate 195 westbound, take the South Main Street exit. Go straight through the traffic light at the end of the off-ramp, and after two blocks, the CE office will be on the left (345 South Main Street). You are now entering the RISD campus. Use the detail map to locate the appropriate building and nearest parking lot.

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The RISD Store is located on the main ﬂoor of the Design Center (#3 on map). Special orders, MasterCard and VISA are accepted. Call for hours.

231 Nayatt Road, Barrington, RI Directions to Tillinghast Farm are sent to registered students.

22 48 Waterman (48WA) 23 Alumni House 24 Woods-Gerry House 25 187 Beneﬁt Street (187G) 26 What Cheer Studio (WCS) 27 Artisan Events Café (CAFE)

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Academic Policies Academic Advising RISD | CE staff are available to assist you with registration. For information about CE programs and especially for advice about placement in an appropriate class, please call 401 454-6200, during business hours.

Confirmation + Class Location A confirmation statement, including class location, pin number (required for some building and classroom access) and a list of special materials needed for the first class (if any), is sent by email prior to the first class. If you do not receive a confirmation or you register late or within two weeks of the first day of class, you must call the CE office during business hours for verbal confirmation of location and other relevant information.

Course Changes, Cancellations + Class Postponements RISD | CE reserves the right to cancel, reschedule or alter fees for any course, or to change the instructor, when circumstances warrant. We make every effort to notify students of cancelled classes in a timely fashion. However, in rare cases, courses are cancelled as late as the day of the ﬁrst class meeting. If you enroll in a course that is cancelled, you are notiﬁed and given the option of substituting another course or receiving a full refund. For this reason, it is extremely important that we have your correct telephone numbers and email addresses. Additionally, in the case of these circumstances, please note that RISD | CE is not responsible for supplies purchased prior to the start of classes or other expenses (such as travel or lodging) that may be incurred in advance. Refunds of fees take up to six weeks to process and take the form of the original payment method for the cancelled course.

Members of the RISD community, including participants in the Young Artist Program, are expected to exhibit considerate and appropriate behavior. Examples of prohibited behavior are: • disruption of learning • threats to the safety of self or others • foul or obscene gestures or language • disrespect to others • destruction of property or theft Student status is a privilege subject to certain expectations. RISD reserves the right to suspend or dismiss students at any time for conduct that RISD deems to be detrimental to the RISD community or that violates laws of the State of Rhode Island or the United States.

Students with Learning or Physical Disabilities Please contact the Associate Director for Student Support Services at 401 454-6203 whenever special assistance or services may be necessary for your full participation. Reasonable and appropriate accommodations will be provided to meet your needs. Students who need assistance with access to the RISD Continuing Education offices should contact a Registration Assistant at 401 454-6201 or cemail@risd.edu.

RISD Library CE students may use the Library facilities, but do not have borrowing privileges. If they would like borrowing privileges, they must become a Library member, which they can do for the discounted rate of $25 a year.

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Check for RISD | CE class cancellation messages on local media outlets. Cancellation notices will also be posted online at www.risd.edu or call the RISD | CE ofﬁce at 401 454-6200. We make every reasonable effort to reschedule classes cancelled due to inclement weather or other emergencies.

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Requirements + Prerequisites Many RISD | CE programs do not have formal entrance requirements, but some advanced courses require certain coursework or equivalent experience. See specific course descriptions for details. Certificate candidates must follow the prerequisites outlined in the Certificate Program Guides, found in the Certificate Programs section of www.risd.edu/ce. Call the RISD | CE office at 401 454-6200 for a copy.

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Incomplete (I): A grade of “I” is assigned only when coursework is not completed due to extenuating circumstances, and it is given only at the request of the student and the discretion of the instructor. The time allowed for completion of work may not exceed four weeks after the end of the semester in which the course was taken. Work not completed within this period receives a ﬁnal grade of “F.”

To order transcripts, send a check or money order for $5 per transcript (we do not accept cash for this service), payable to RISD | CE, along with the following information: • Name at the time of enrollment • Year and semester you were enrolled • Phone number where you can be reached • Contact name and address where you want the transcript sent

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Please allow 2 – 3 weeks for processing. RI Department of Education Professional Development credits may be available for some courses. Teachers seeking such credits should contact the RI Department of Education’s Ofﬁce of Teacher Certiﬁcation at 401 222-4600, ext. 2251.

Grade Review + Change For guidelines regarding requests for an academic grade review, please contact RISD | CE at 401 454-6200. Please note that after one semester following the completion of the course in question, grades become part of the permanent academic record and cannot be changed.

Changing Your Registration Status Adding a Course You may add a course before the second class meeting. This may be done in person using a drop/add form or by fax or phone with a credit card. Tuition is not prorated for any missed classes. Withdrawing from a Course Failure to withdraw properly from a course results in a permanent grade of “F” on your record and the loss of any potential refund. Withdrawals from courses must be received in writing at the CE ofﬁce by the stated deadline. Withdrawals should be addressed to

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The refund policy is detailed on page 52.

Student grades are recorded for courses meeting 18 hours or more (or for Young Adult courses, 12 hours or more), but grades are mailed only to certiﬁcate candidates (six weeks after classes end). Other students may get their grades in person at the RISD | CE ofﬁce or by requesting a transcript in writing (also after six weeks). Grades and transcripts are not available by phone.

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Tuition Reimbursement

Discounts

Students who require a letter from RISD | CE confirming completion of a course or courses in order to receive reimbursement from their employers should mail or fax to the CE office their written request for an Employee Reimbursement Letter, indicating their employer’s full address, or they should come to the CE office and fill out a request in person. RISD | CE sends Employee Reimbursement Letters directly to employers; they cannot be issued to students.

Senior Citizens (Ages 65+) RISD Alumni RISD Matriculated Students RISD Museum Members

Supplies + Books Students must purchase materials or books for some courses. Supply lists are usually distributed during the first class; when necessary, a supply list for the first class is printed on course confirmations. See “Campus Information” (page 50) for locations of supply stores on campus.

Financial Information Tuition Tuition costs are listed with each course description. To determine if you qualify for a discount, see the information below.

Fees Special Fees Any lab (laboratory), model, studio, materials or other fees appear with the course description and must be paid with tuition at registration. They are nonrefundable after the ﬁrst class and are not subject to discount. Phone Registration Fee Students registering by phone are assessed a phone registration fee, as follows: • If any course meets for 18 hours or more, this fee is $15. • If all courses meet for less than 18 hours each, this fee is $5.

This fee is assessed once per student per semester. There is no registration fee for students registering by any other method (i.e., online, in person, by mail or fax). Certificate Fee Certificate candidates pay an additional $25 certificate fee per semester (not per course).

Veterans Veterans should apply directly to the Veterans Administration Regional Office to verify that their programs of study are eligible for VA benefits. A letter from the VA confirming that benefits have been approved for the student’s chosen course(s) must accompany the student’s registration form.

Registrants in RISD | CE classes from any of the four categories above may apply a 10% discount to their tuition (rounded to the nearest dollar) for courses that meet 18 hours or more, except those involving special costs such as transportation, admittance fees, and so forth. Discounts are not transferable to family members. Also, these discounts apply only once; that is, if a senior is also an alumnus, the discount is still 10%. These discounts apply to the current semester only and are not retroactive. The discount does not apply to registration or special fees.

Refunds To obtain a refund, submit written notification of withdrawal to the Associate Director for Student Support Services in the RISD | CE office in person or by mail or fax. Refunds are based on tuition only and are calculated according to the date the notification is received in the RISD | CE office or, if mailed, according to the date of the postmark. There is a $15 processing fee for all withdrawals. Special fees are not refundable after the first class. Failure to complete a course does not constitute official withdrawal; nor does notification of withdrawal to the instructor. In some cases, an instructor may determine that a student has not successfully met prerequisites and recommend an alternative course of study. If notice of this recommended withdrawal is provided to the student in writing on the date of the first class session, the student should immediately bring that notice to the CE office to receive a full refund.

Courses Meeting 18 – 35 Hours: Tuition Refunds Withdrawal notification received in the RISD | CE office or postmarked as follows: Before the first class session 100% refund Before the second class 80% refund Before the third class 30% refund After the third class No refund Courses Meeting 17 Hours or Less: Tuition Refunds 1. Courses Including Travel Withdrawal notification received in the RISD | CE office or postmarked as follows: 10 business days before the event 100% refund 9 or fewer business days before the event No refund 2. Courses Not Including Travel Withdrawal notification received in the RISD | CE office or postmarked as follows: 5 business days before the event 100% refund 4 or fewer business days before the event No refund

Gift Certiﬁcates RISD | CE gift certiﬁcates are available in any denomination. Please allow two business days for processing.

Processing refunds requires at least six weeks. Refunds of MasterCard or VISA charges are credited to the account that was charged. Tuition refunds are calculated according to the following scale, minus a $15 withdrawal processing fee. Courses Meeting 36 Hours: Tuition Refunds Withdrawal notification received in the RISD | CE office or postmarked as follows: Before the first class session 100% refund Before the second class 80% refund Before the third class 60% refund

*All software excluded. In addition, risd | ce students, taking courses lasting 18 hrs. or more, do not pay RI sales tax on supply purchases at the risd:store. (Present your signed risd | ce building permit upon purchase.)

Before the fourth class 40% refund Before the ﬁfth class 20% refund After the ﬁfth class No refund

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Calendar

Registration

Summer 2011

Registration opens Monday, April 25, 2011

April 25 Registration opens

June 7 Certificate Programs Graduation

In Person

June 13 RISD | CE Adult Classes begin

Register at the RISD | CE office at 345 South Main Street, 2nd floor, Providence, during office hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am - 5pm. Some evening and Saturday hours, by appointment only, when classes are in session.

June 20 Young Artist Classes begin July 4 No RISD | CE classes held; offices closed July 25 RISD|CE Adult classes end

Online Visit www.risd.edu/ce and follow the links to register online with MasterCard or VISA.

By Mail

August 5 Young Artist classes end

Mail your completed registration form with check (payable to RISD | CE) or MasterCard/ VISA number to RISD | CE Two College Street Providence, RI 02903 –2787

Fall 2011 July 25 Registration opens August 12 Fall financial aid application deadline

If you receive more than one publication, please give extras to friends and neighbors. If you didn’t receive this publication through the mail, call 401 454-6200 to be placed on the RISD | CE mailing list.

September 12 Fall term begins

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October 10 Columbus Day; no classes held

Fax your completed registration form with MasterCard/VISA number to 401 454-6218 (payment by MasterCard/VISA only).

November 22-27 Thanksgiving Break; no classes held; offices closed November 24-27

By Phone :: 401 454-6200

December 11 Fall term ends Late registration is permitted on a space-available basis.

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Registration phone lines are limited. You may have to wait or redial before getting through, so we encourage you to register by the methods listed above. If you do choose to register by phone, please ﬁll out the registration form in advance and have your MasterCard/VISA number ready. Note: A registration fee is assessed for registrations made by phone. Call 401 454-6200 during office hours (see “In Person,” above).

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30 North Main St, Providence, RI 02903

Rhode Island School of Design attempts to make its classes, programs, events and services accessible. Accommodations are made for people with special needs who request assistance. If you need assistance to participate in any class, program or event offered at RISD, please call 401 454-6203 and speak with Susan Bellaire, Associate Director for Student Support Services. If you need access to the services offered at the RISD Continuing Education offices at 345 South Main Street, Providence, please contact 401 454-6201 or cemail@risd.edu for further assistance.

Computer Software Information Computer software may be upgraded after this publication goes to press; for more up-to-date information about which version is used in a given course, please contact Dean Abanilla, Technology Specialist, at dabanill@risd.edu or 401 454-6727. Course details are subject to change without notice. RISD Continuing Education USPS 019-622 Volume 12, Number 1, April 2011

design + Production: MORRIS DE LUZIO DESIGN photography: David O’connor unless otherwise noted printing: meridian printing | 4.11 | 21,000

Issues of RISD Continuing Education are published four times a year, in April, July, October and December, by the Continuing Education Ofﬁce, Rhode Island School of Design, Two College Street, Providence, Rhode Island, 02903–2784. Periodicals postage paid at Providence, Rhode Island. Postmaster: Please send address changes to the Continuing Education Ofﬁce, Rhode Island School of Design, Two College Street, Providence, Rhode Island 02903–2784.

Please note: RISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

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R egistr ati on Form Rhode Island School of Design Department of Continuing Education summer 2011

o f f ic ia l u se o n ly

telephone 401 454-6200 outside local area 800 364-7473, ext. 2 www.risd.edu/ce

please write your registration code (located above your

PLEASE PRINT FULL NAME (REGISTER ONLY ONE STUDENT PER FORM. COPY THIS FORM OR REQUEST ADDITIONAL FORMS IF NECESSARY.)

name on the back cover) here

student’s last name first middle

date of birth please circle

home address

social security number (LAST 4 DIGITS ONLY)

city state

home phone

zip code

occupation

work phone

email address

male/female

name of parent/guardian if student is a minor

i prefer not to receive promotional emails

name of emergency contact for minors

please tell us how you learned about risd continuing education

telephone + email of emergency contact for minors

for statistical purposes only, please check one (optional): african american

asian

caucasian

LATINO

native american

multi-ethnic (please specify)

courses

tuition

special fees

subtotal

course number | section number course title (first five words)

Discounts Senior Citizen

Tuition Discount (see page 52 for details) $ RISD Matriculated Student

R ISD Alumna/us: Year Graduated

Certiﬁcate fee $25 for declared certiﬁcate candidates only $

Major

Total due $

RISD Museum Member: Membership #

certiﬁcate student status PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY

Exp. Date

if applicable CHECK THE APPROPRIATE PROGRAM

I am enrolling as a certificate candidate for the first time this semester, and my certificate application is attached. I am currently enrolled as a certificate candidate.

Advertising Design

Drawing + Painting Studies

Animation (young adults)

Animation

Graphic Design

Art School Preparation

formerly Computer Animation

formerly Print Design Process + Production

(young adults)

ppraisal Studies in A Art + Antiques

Historic Preservation

Comic Art (young adults)

Interior Design

Children’s Book Illustration

Fashion Design (young adults)

Natural Science Illustration

Comic + Sequential Art

Game Design (young adults)

Web Design + Development

Movie-Making (young adults)

Digital Photography

Photography (young adults)

Digital Video Production

policy agreement By registering, I agree to abide by RISD | CE ’s academic, financial, disciplinary, and other policies referenced in this catalog and on the RISD | CE website.

STUDENT signature (if STUDENT is a minor, parent or guardian must sign) date

payment payment in full is required to register. please indicate form of payment (No cash payments accepted).

heck or money order made payable C to RISD | CE

charge to

ritten evidence that tuition is paid W by employer, scholarship or agency

account number

3-digit security code (on back of card)

name on card

Expiration date

Please cut above + fax to RISD | CE

VISA

mastercard

401 454-6218, or call 401 454-6200 (option #0; fees apply)

or mail to: RISD | CE, Two College Street, Providence, RI 02903

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RISD | CE Where Art + Design are for Everyone!

Welcome! RISD Continuing Education offers a rich variety of courses in art and design for adults, teens and children – no previous experience or skill level is required. For a quick look at our entire list of summer course offerings, see Summer at a Glance, pages 1 – 3.

To Reach Us ofﬁce

345 South Main Street

phone

401 454-6200

fax

401 454-6218

Providence

Outside local calling area:

cemail@risd.edu

mail

RISD Continuing Education

800 364-7473, ext. 2

Two College Street

Providence, RI 02903-2787

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