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Skill-Based High School Summer Classes
in AF Summer Camps
Digital Alchemy: The Art of the Edit
with Lydia Bratton
Ages: 13 - 18
Evolve beyond standard presets and discover the limitless potential of the digital powerful lines of the historic railroad, the vibrant character of unique storefronts, and the hidden gardens tucked away among the city’s historic architecture.
Using your own smartphone or digital camera, you’ll hunt for inspiration in everything from rusted textures to blooming nature. Back in the lab, your digital device is just the beginning; you'll learn to transfer your images to the desktop and use Krita’s professional-grade tools to deconstruct and reimagine your shots.
Whether you are crafting surrealist dreamscapes, painterly portraits, or bold “glitch” art, this week is about total creative independence and mastering the modern alchemy of digital expression. Capture the world in all its details; then, entirely on your own canvas.
Ages 13-18
Monday - Friday, 1-4 pm
July 6-10
Registration Fee: $285
Let's Design Stickers! (13-18)
with Chris Mendaros
Ages: 13 - 18
Want a fun way to show your love of your favorite characters or original characters? Come join us to learn how you can make your own stickers!
Die-cut stickers are one of the easiest ways to start. Students will learn how to use Krita, a free digital program, to create and finalize designs for the making of physical stickers.
All materials will be provided through the supplies fee.
Ages 13-18
Friday, July 17th
12-3 pm
Registration Fee: $57 Supply Fee: $5
Figures in Motion: Sculpting Animals and Anatomy
with Lydia Bratton
Ages: 13 - 18
Unlock the secrets of professional sculpture in this intensive, one-week studio!
Figures in Motion moves beyond basic clay modeling to teach the “inside-out” method used by master sculptors. Students will learn to engineer custom wire armatures-internal skeletons that provide the strength and balance needed for dynamic, gravity-defying poses.
Whether your interest lies in wildlife, human anatomy, or character design, this class provides the technical foundation to bring your vision to life.
With three hours of daily studio time, students will have the “creative breathing room” to focus on anatomical accuracy, structural engineering, and fine surface textures. The workshop is designed to support individual goals, allowing students to work at their own pace to produce a portfolio of work or a single, highly refined sculpture.
Ages 13-18
Monday-Friday, July 20-24
6-8 pm
Registration Fee: $190 Supply Fee: $15
Scene Study for Young Adults (13-18)
with Shelby Mejia
Ages: 13 - 18
In the scene study class, actors will take specific scenes from movies, television, or plays and apply exercises and techniques to create believable characters and performances. Actors will work with the instructor to build on foundational skills and receive feedback to improve their craft. The class will conclude with a mini presentation of scenes and/or monologues for friends and family on the last day of class.
Please note that the second class will take place on Saturday, August 8th from 5:30-7 pm.
Ages 13-18
Fridays 5:30-7pm
July 31 - August 21
Registration Fee: $114
Shakespeare 101
with Shelby Mejia
Ages: 13 - 18
Do you want to learn more about Shakespeare, but don't know where to start? Come join Ms. Shelby for a one-day workshop that will leave actors excited and confident about exploring The Bard's work!
Actors will engage in textual analysis and hands-on activities to help Shakespeare's text come to life and become more accessible to read.
Each student will leave with a monologue that has been worked on during the workshop, and feedback that will help them take their Shakespearean skills to the next level beyond our work session!
Ages 13-18
Saturday, August 29th
2-6 pm
Registration Fee: $76