EXTED

The creative process is about how artworks come to life and includes five steps: gathering inspiration, idea generation and development, preparation, creation, and reflection. Every artist has a unique process, and understanding yours can be a helpful tool for making stronger pieces and for dealing with studio challenges. In this 5-week course, students will learn about the creative process, and they will begin to discover and define their own.

Each week, different aspects of process will be introduced and considered through demonstrations and conversations, hands-on exercises, simple writing prompts, and work time. Hands-on exercises are focused on exploring composition using mixed media from common art materials to office supplies to everyday ephemera. Writing exercises are short and do not require advanced writing skills. Group instruction will be complemented by opportunities for individual instruction. Students should also expect to spend some time working outside of class.

This class is a chance to deeply consider how you make your work and why you create in the ways that you do. It’s also a great opportunity to reinvigorate your practice if you’ve been feeling stuck or feel ready to explore new territory and are unsure where to begin.

Pre-Requisite: Open to all artists with at least two years of art making experience. Students must be 18+ years or older at the start of the class.

Bring to First Class: New spiral bound 9x12 sketchbook, pens and pencils, glue stick, artist tape, scissors, 18-inch ruler. Optional: markers, colored pencils, or watercolors.