Pre-College
Portfolio & Teen
Winter 2009 Programs
PRE-COLLEGE PORTFOLIO classes are for upper level high school students who are considering applying to art school and are developing their 2-D portfolios. All Portfolio classes are taught by local college art instructors.
TEEN classes are for students ages 13 and up who want to explore art concepts, materials and techniques in a creative art school environment.
If you are interested in Portfolio or Teen classes, you may also be interested in becoming a Teen Docent. Click here for more details.
You may register online or register via mail, fax, or phone (508.620.0937).
Note: High School students can take adult classes with permission of instructor. Please call the Museum School office if you have any questions (508.620.0937).
Portfolio
Classes for Upper Level High School Students
Saturday Drawing and Painting Workshops
Portfolio students are invited to take part in the series of Saturday workshops for adults and portfolio students. Taught by artist Bob Collins, who also teaches at Rhode Island College and at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, these workshops are an excellent way to improve drawing and painting technique, and to build portfolios for college entrance. Each workshop is 2 or 3 sessions, and students are responsible to bring their own supplies. Supply lists will be provided.
Drawing for Beginners |
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| Instructor: | Collins |
| W9AW3 | Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
| 2 Sessions, January 10 and January 24, 2009 | |
| (M) $60 (NM) $85 | |
Portrait Drawing |
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| Instructor: | Collins |
| W9AW6 | Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
| 2 Sessions, January 31 and February 7, 2009 | |
| (M) $80 (NM) $105 (includes model fee) | |
Figure Drawing |
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| Instructor: | Collins |
| W9AW8 | Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
| 2 Sessions, February 28 and March 7, 2009 | |
| (M) $80 (NM) $105 (includes model fee) | |
| NOTE: Parental permission required. | |
Abstract Painting |
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| Instructor: | Collins |
| W9AW10 | Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
| 3 Sessions, March 14, 21, 28, 2009 | |
| (M) $90 (NM) $115 | |
Note: These classes are for serious upper level high school students. High school students can also take adult classes with permission of instructor. Please call the Museum School office if you have any questions (508.620.0937).
You may register online or register via mail, fax, or phone (508.620.0937).
Teen
Classes for
all High School students
PAINTING for High School Students
Working mainly from direct observation, students will explore concepts of color, form, light, and composition while learning about the unique qualities of acrylics or oils. Taught by artist Bob Collins, who also teaches at Rhode Island College and at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, students will learn basic skills and techniques needed to create strong works for portfolios. A supply list will be provided. Tuition includes 2 sessions with a clothed model.
Painting for High School Students |
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| Instructor: | Collins |
| W9TC12B6 | Saturday 1 - 4 p.m. |
| January 10 – March 28 (9 sessions) | |
| (M) $221 (NM) $246 | |
Graffiti Art and Design
For high school students. Work with local graffiti artist Ryan Mehigan to explore formal elements and principles of art and design while looking at trends and innovations of graffiti and street art. Students will develop understanding of lettering, graffiti art production, making stencils and logo design. Ryan Mehigan has won the 3rd Eye Open, (graffiti competition based in New Bedford, MA) for the last two years.
Graffiti Art and Design |
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| Instructor: | Mehigan |
| W9TC13A6 | Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
| January 10 – March 28 (9 sessions) | |
| (M) $237 (NM) $262 | |
You may register online or register via mail, fax, or phone (508.620.0937).
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