Continuing Education + Community Outreach

Glassblowing for All Levels

Course No. CEGL 140 00
Cost $495.00 Register Now
Sessions 8
Location Cleveland Institute of Art
Dates June 4-July 23 (Tuesdays) – 6-9pm
Location: Cleveland Institute of Art

Students of all levels, join us in the Glass Studio on Tuesdays! Beginners, starting with the bubble, will learn ways to develop functional blown forms out of glass, while intermediate/advanced students explore more techniques and more challenging functional forms. Each class will add a different type of functional item to try. Some of the forms to explore will include cups, bottles, bowls, and vases. Natural fiber clothing is mandatory, nothing synthetic may be worn (jeans and cotton t-shirts are recommended). Protective eyewear (safety glasses) and closed toe shoes are mandatory. Open to high school students in grades 10-12. Instructor: Elizabeth Clarke

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Hidden Anatomy in the Figure

Course No. YADR 375 00
Cost $400.00 Register Now
Sessions 9
Grades 9-12
Location Cleveland Institute of Art
Dates June 10 - 21 (No Class June 19) (Monday-Friday) – 9:30am-12:30pm
Location: Cleveland Institute of Art

How does our underlying surface anatomy support a believable figure? What are the prominent anatomical markers in the human form? Where are the common mistakes and assumptions we draw without really looking at the figure? In this course, we'll explore the anatomy that completes the structure and substance of the human form. Each day, the figure drawing studio sessions will focus on different anatomical structures and their importance to drawing and understanding the human body. Instructor: Beth Halasz

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Intro to Painting

Course No. YAPT 200 00
Cost $400.00 Register Now
Grad Cost $N/A Register Now
Sessions 9
Grades 5-8
Location Cleveland Institute of Art
Dates June 10 - 21 (No Class June 19) (Monday-Friday) – 9:30am-12:30pm
Location: Cleveland Institute of Art

Grades 5-8. This is a great class for any student who is interested in delving into the world of painting. Students will learn the fundamentals of creating a painting, including composition, color, and paint application. As a class we will learn how to prep a canvas, sketch ideas, mix colors, and explore multiple painting tools and techniques. Paintings will be representational, so each student will choose their own subject matter -- ranging from human and animal portraits, still lives, and landscapes. Instructor: Emma Anderson

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Introduction to 3D Arts

Course No. YASC 125 00
Cost $400 Register Now
Sessions 9
Grades 9-12
Dates June 10 - 21 (No Class June 19) (Monday-Friday) – 1-4pm

Grades 9-12. Have you ever wanted to bring your ideas to life in 3-D? In this course, students will delve into the world of mixed media sculptures and weavings using materials such as plaster, wire, felt, and yarn! Students will learn fundamental techniques in constructing, carving, and molding sculptures. We will use those skills to create a plaster animal mask, ceramic M.C. Escher-inspired optical illusion architecture, sew a plush felt monster, and more! Instructor: Tina Meeks

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Introduction to Screenprinting

Course No. CEPM 235 00
Cost $495.00 Register Now
Sessions 8
Location Cleveland Institute of Art
Dates June 6 - August 1 (no class July 4) (Thursday) – 6-9pm
Location: Cleveland Institute of Art

Screenprinting is a dynamic process that has both fine art and commercial applications. In this course, we will explore all aspects of screenprinting, including ink mixing, stencil developing, image making, multi layer registration, fabric printing, and editioning. Instructor: Stevie Tanner

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Jewelry + Metals for All Levels

Course No. CEJM 105 00
Cost $495.00 Register Now
Sessions 8
Location Cleveland Institute of Art
Dates June 5 - July 31 (no class June 19) (Wednesday) – 6-9pm
Location: Cleveland Institute of Art

Jewelry + Metals is a vast medium that affords a great variety of outcomes, when the right knowledge and skills are applied. This class will introduce students to the tools, planning process, and good bench methods towards the production of jewelry. With the help of demonstrations each week, students will learn design and layout, fabrication, soldering, surfaces, and finishing techniques. Non-ferrous metals, including copper, brass, bronze, aluminum, and silver; as well as found objects and alternative materials will be considered and will allow for unique and meaningful results. Beginning to advanced students are welcome, and students will typically finish 1-2 significant projects in 8 weeks. Instructor: Madison Egleston

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Life Casting in Glass

Course No. CEGL 170 00
Cost $495.00 Register Now
Sessions 8
Location Cleveland Institute of Art
Dates June 6 - August 1 (no class July 4) (Thursday) – 6-9 pm
Location: Cleveland Institute of Art

Life Casting in Glass offers the unique opportunity to immortalize a natural form in the graceful permanence of glass. Students will learn the basics of mold-making, casting process, and applying finishes to their work. This class will cover small-scale casting of hands or feet, objects found in nature, and objects created by hand in wax. Instructor: Alicia Telzerow

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Mixed Media Portraits

Course No. YAFD 350 00
Cost $400 Register Now
Sessions 9
Grades 9-12
Location Cleveland Institute of Art
Dates June 10 - 21 (No Class June 19) (Monday-Friday) – 9:30am-12:30pm
Location: Cleveland Institute of Art

Grades 9-12. In this class, students will learn the step by step process of making a portrait. We will learn how to photograph and edit photos for reference and various techniques for making a portrait outline. Students will learn realistic drawing skills, such as: shading, values, blending and utilizing multiple media on paper, as well as how mix colors and paint with acrylic paints. To take it a step further, students will learn how to properly photograph and document their work, in order to build a high quality portfolio. Instructor: Kahzar Rublon

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