YAW Summer 2024 Youth Courses
Program Details
- Registration Deadline June 15, 2024
- Summer Session: July 8 – August 9, 2024
- Students of all genders in grades 3 – 12 are welcome!
- 1-week classes meet Monday - Friday, from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm EST
- Individual course cost: $645
- NEW Discounted 5-Week Career Tracks, learn more below!
- Limited scholarships available - check our Policies & Support page for more info!
- Most courses are running in person, some online options are available
REGISTER ONLINE
Review Policies & Support for more details or contact our team at ce@moore.edu.
- Select a 1-week course or 5-week track below and proceed to our linked registration portal to complete payment.
- Finalize your registration by submitting your Student Information & Permissions Form.
- Need help? Check our Policies & Support page for online registration guidance or connect with a team member at (215) 965-4030.
1-Week Courses for Grades 9-12
Mix and match to get your customized summer arts experience with our weekly course options! We offer instruction in a variety of popular artistic concentrations like illustration, animation, fashion, interior design, graphic design, fine arts, and more!
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Animation & Illustration Career Track (in-person only)
Transition from traditional hand-drawn character design techniques to industry-standard digital programs! A continued emphasis on concept and character development will strengthen your skills as you build your creative visions. In-person participants will have the unique opportunity to utilize Moore’s Cintiq Labs to create animations with ease using approachable state-of-the-art tools.
Supply List
o Cintiq Drawing Pen (Included in classrooms)
o Drawing Tablet (Included in classrooms)
o Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Drawing Software (Included in classrooms)
o Adobe After Effects (Included in classrooms)
o After Effects Character Template project (Provided during class)
o Google Drive/Online Storage or Thumbdrive/Portable Hard drive, ~16 GB
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Fine Arts Career Track or our 5-week Design Career Track
Have you ever marveled at a famous art piece and wondered how they did it? Drawing Foundation has the answer! In this class, you’ll explore your voice as an artist while experimenting with light and shadow, abstract composition, still-life drawing, life drawing, portraiture and landscape drawing. You will come away from this class with a body of work that shows key skill development, an enhanced awareness of art history, and inspiration drawn from the contemporary art world. Whether you are a returning student or just beginning your artistic journey, practicing foundational skills will grow your skills and voice as an artist for years to come!
Supply List
o Graphite pencil set (must include 4B, 2B, HB, 2H)
o Vine charcoal
o Compressed charcoal
o Blending tool (tortillons, blending stump, and/or scrap paper)
o Colored pencils OR chalk pastels
o Kneaded eraser
o Polymer eraser
o 24x18 (inches) Newsprint paper
o 24x18 (inches Drawing paper
o Drawing board (large enough to hold 24x18 paper)
*Please select the in-person OR online course*
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Animation & Illustration Career Track (in-person only)
Find your unique place in the universe of your favorite anime, manga, movie or book series! In one of our most popular classes, learn how to bring a cast of your own original characters (OCs) to life for a variety of digital media, including film, animation, comics and games. Discover the process of character development and secrets to bringing a character to life. This course covers foundational skills such as staging, silhouette, posture, costume, color and shapes to create characters with human traits and emotions.
Supply List
o Mixed Media Pad 11" x 14" (Blick, Strathmore)
o Ruler (ex. Westcott C-thru 12”)
o 2 HB Drawing Pencils
o Pencil Sharpener
o Eraser ( Pentel Hi-Polymer)
o Inking Pens
o Sizes 05, 08, 1 & Brush (Ex: Uni-pen, Sakura)
o Art Marker (Copic Ciao/Copic Sketch Set, Prismacolor) OR Colored Pencil Set
(Prismacolor, Faber-Castell)
Bonus savings: Take this as part of our 5-week Animation & Illustration Career Track (in-person only) to SAVE $645!
Step into the vibrant canvas of nature! Venture outdoors for thrilling field sketching exercises, where you'll breathe life into your artwork amidst the wonders of the plant and wildlife kingdom. Students will learn the fundamentals of botanical illustration, including plant anatomy, composition, and the use of various artistic techniques. With a focus on plants and flowers, students will engage in both traditional and digital illustration methods, honing their skills in sketching, shading, and color application.
Supply List
o Mixed Media Pad 11" x 14" (Blick, Strathmore)
o Ruler (ex. Westcott C-thru 12”)
o 2 HB Drawing Pencils
o Pencil Sharpener
o Eraser ( Pentel Hi-Polymer)
o Inking Pens in sizes 05, 08, 1 & Brush (Ex: Uni-pen, Sakura)
o Art Marker (Copic Ciao/Copic Sketch Set, Prismacolor) or Colored Pencil Set(Prismacolor, Faber- Castell)
*Students are encouraged to bring tools/supplies they already enjoy making art with
Bonus savings: Take this as part of our 5-week Design Career Track to SAVE $645!
Graphic Designers are the architects of visual communication. With their unique combination of art and technology, they craft beautiful pieces that tell powerful stories. If you’re an excellent visual communicator who loves using problem-solving, color, and design to create messages with big impact; you might be a Graphic Designer in the making! In this class, you’ll learn how to harness design basics, such as imagery, color, type, and composition to express messages with unique style and a personalized tone. By the conclusion of this course, you will have created a portfolio of impressive designs for your favorite real-world fashion brands, stores, movies, TV shows, influencers and more.
Supply List
o 32GB flash drive
o Folder
o Notebook and/or sketchbook
o Writing tools
o 2 – 3 physical examples of design they like (Examples: book covers, magazine articles, product packaging, mailers)
REGISTER NOW for July 15 - July 19 OR August 5 - August 9
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Fine Arts Career Track or our 5-week Design Career Track
Understanding human anatomy is an essential part of learning how to draw accurate body proportions. If you love drawing human bodies and forms realistically and want to further develop your skills, this is the class for you! You will learn how to draw the human form through structures of skeletons, muscles and varying body types to create detailed masterpieces. This anatomy course will provide you with the foundational knowledge to take your artistic talent to the next level.
Supply List
o Sketchbook
o Graphite pencil set (must include 4B, 2B, HB, 2H)
o Vine charcoal
o Compressed charcoal
o Kneaded eraser
o Polymer eraser
o Scissors
o 24x18 (inches) Newsprint paper
o 24x18 (inches Drawing paper
o 9x17 (inches) Tracing paper
o Drawing board (large enough to hold 24x18 paper)
*Please select the in-person OR online course*
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Animation & Illustration Career Track (in-person only)
AFK? NBD. When you're not gaming, learn how to create your own art for video games! Dive into the dynamic intersection of art and technology with this course designed to ignite your passion for both visual arts and interactive digital experiences. In this exciting class, students will explore the multifaceted world of video game artistry, from concept design to the creation of immersive game environments. Whether you dream of becoming a game artist, designer, or simply want to explore the creative potential of digital media, this course will empower you to bring virtual worlds to life with this unique opportunity to utilize Moore's state-of-the-art tools.
Supply list:
o Google Drive or Dropbox are also acceptable places to store your work
o Flash drive or external hard drive 2gb minimum
o Sketchbook and drawing instruments (pencils, erasers, etc.)
Bonus savings: Take this as part of our 5-week Design Career Track to SAVE $645!
Are you devoted to your outfit of the day? Do you find yourself styling your friends and introducing them to new trends? Aspiring fashion designers, look no further because this is the place for you! In this course, you will learn how to stay on top of the most exciting fashion trends while exploring how designers set the tone for the world with contemporary fashion. After learning fashion essentials, students will envision upcoming trends through versatile “street style” assignments. Find inspiration daily in our professional fashion studio equipped with all the tools and textures you need to “make it work”!
Supply List
o Sketchbook
o Pencils
o Erasers
o Coloring tools (watercolor, colored pencils, markers, your choice)
o Thread
o A plastic bobbin
o 1.5 yards of NON-STRETCH fabric
o A 24” separating zipper
o Scissors
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Fine Arts Career Track or our 5-week Design Career Track
Did you know that acrylic paint is one of the most accessible mediums for developing artists to learn the core concepts of painting? In Acrylic Painting Studio, you will create expressive artworks that harness the versatility of this convenient and colorful medium. You will explore your artistic voice while learning how to depict and organize forms, colors, and textures of both observed subjects and ideas from your imagination. Projects will delve into the formal elements of art, such as line, space, scale, color and texture. Beginners, intermediate, and advanced painters welcome; no previous experience required!
Supply List
o Blick studio acrylic set of 6
o Assorted Acrylic Paint brushes
o Palette Paper or Plastic Plates
o Plastic Cups
o Plastic Palette Knife (metal preferred)
o Stretched canvas or panel pack 8x10" or 11x14"
Go beyond TikTok and learn to share your story as the world’s next big filmmaker! The moving image is a part of everyday life. Film, video, and other forms of media are consumed on televisions, computers, tablets, phones, billboards, and in cinemas. This course will introduce students to the anatomy and complexity of the imagery and sound they are ingesting and give them the tools to start dissecting it while creating their own stories.
Supply Details
In this course, we will utilize the following applications and editing software provided by the course instructor — students do not need to acquire any of these items:
o FiLMic Pro on personal device
o Voice Meme on personal device (iOS)
o Easy Record on personal device (Android)
o Adobe Creative Suite — Bridge, Premiere (provided in campus editing bay)
o DaVinci Resolve (provided in campus editing bay)
o Audacity (provided in campus editing bay)
The following items are required materials for the course — students are responsible for bringing in these personal items each class and acquiring digital storage for the firstclass meeting:
o Personal smartphone or comparable device
o Personal headphones or earbuds
o WD 1TB My Passport Portable External Hard Drive or any USB 3.0 (or greater)portable external hard drive with 128GB (or greater) storage.
Explore endless artistic possibilities through the historic lens of photography! Start your creative timeline with old-world photography methods like tintypes, cyanotypes, pinhole prints and film photography, before delving into digital photography and photo editing. Increase your understanding of how to compose compelling images through the camera’s lens and gain skills in aesthetics, camera functions, film development, darkroom printing and Photoshop basics. PLUS we will provide you with a 35mm film camera for the session!
Supply List
o Film (buy two (2) of the same make. Do not buy one Ilford and one Kodak)
o Ilford HP5+ black and white film 35mm 36 exposure
o Kodak Tri-x black and white film 35mm 36 exposure
o Ilford RC multigrade paper. Can be glossy or pearl finish. I recommend looking for the student pack, it usually will come with two rolls of HP5+ film, the same noted above. A 25 pack of the paper will be fine.
Some stores that should have the supplies:
· B&H photo/video (NYC or online)
· Amazon (online)
· Unique Photo (Philadelphia and online)
· Webcam Photo (Philadelphia)
Craving some hands-on creativity?Working with clay is a mesmerizing, meditative and challenging form of self-expression. This course introduces students to the basics of throwing clay on the potter’s wheel to create vessels like vases, bowls, plates and more! Create a mix of elegant and interesting works of your own while learning technique, trimming and glazing application using resources available in Moore’s industry-standard clay studio and kiln room—located in our brand-new VAULT!
Supply List
o Large, rectangular grout sponge for cleaning (such as this one)
o Pottery tool kit (such as this one), Kemper makes a good one; should be complete with:
o 1 - small, circular throwing sponge
o 1 - wire clay cutter
o 1 - wooden modeling tool, with a roughly 45 degree angle
o 1 - metal rib tool
o 1 - wooden rib tool
o 1 - needle tool
o 1 - ribbon tool
o 1 - fettling knife
o 6 soft, flexible brushes of various sizes for applying underglaze
o 2 roughly quart containers for pouring glaze (clean, empty yogurt cups work great)
o 2 small dishes for mixing underglaze (clean, empty yogurt cups work great)
o Apron
o Rag towel, for wiping hands
o Sketchbook, your preferred size
o 3 pencils
o 3 printed images of historical pottery for reference
o 3 printed images of contemporary pottery for reference
Bonus savings: Take this as part of our 5-week Design Career Track to SAVE $645!
Do you dream of designing buildings and interior spaces that are both unique and functional? Do you love decorating your personal space to evoke a certain vibe? Dip your toes into the fascinating fields of architecture and interior design in this fun, exploration-based mixed media course. Through the key principles of architectural design such as geometry, structure and function, you will learn how to translate your ideas into three-dimensional forms. You will also learn about the importance of sustainable materials, all while designing interior spaces that are distinctively your own.
Supply List
o 18” x 24” Blick drawing pad, 70 sheets $17.00
o Triangular architect scale $5.00
o 45-45-90 Triangle $5.00
o Mechanical pencil (.5mm) $5.00
o Basic Colored Pencil Set (12) $5.00
o 5B pencil $2.00
o Gum eraser $1.00
o Sharpener $3.00
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Fine Arts Career Track or our 5-week Design Career Track
Explore your voice as an artist while experimenting with light and shadow, abstract composition, still-life drawing, life drawing, portraiture and landscape drawing. You will come away from this class with a body of work that shows key skill development, an enhanced awareness of art history and inspiration drawn from the contemporary art world. Using both wet and dry media and a variety of approaches, this course will encourage you to discover your personal style. Whether you are a returning student or just beginning your artistic journey, practicing foundational skills will enhance your voice as an artist for years to come!
Supply List
o Drawing pad (white sheets), 18 x 24 inches*
o Canson XL Series Mixed Media Pad *preferred*
o Art Portfolio with strap
o Selection of drawing pencils: 4H-6B
o Selection of erasers: white, gum, pink, kneaded
o Pencil sharpener (small and inexpensive)
o Vine charcoal & willow charcoal
o Compressed charcoal
o Assortment of blending stumps
o Spray fixative
o Drawing board and clips that can fit a 18 x 24 drawing pad
o 18-inch aluminum ruler
o Assortment of pastels
o India ink
o Assortment of brushes
o Container and lid for water
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Animation & Illustration Career Track (in-person only)
Are you passionate about storytelling through art? Unleash your creative potential in this dynamic course designed to nurture your artistic talents and help you master the captivating world of visual storytelling. This course is tailored for students who aspire to become comic book artists, graphic novelists, or simply wish to refine their drawing skills while exploring the rich art of sequential storytelling.
Supply List:
o Mixed Media Pad 9" x 12" (Blick, Strathmore)
o 2 HB Drawing Pencils
o Pencil Sharpener (Kum Wedge Sharpener - Double-Hole)
o Eraser ( Pentel Hi-Polymer)
o Ruler
o 2 Inking Pens in sizes 08 & Brush (Ex: Uni-pen, Sakura)
o Art Markers (Prismacolor Premier Dual-Ended Brush Tip Marker - Set of 12) OR Colored Pencil Set (Prismacolor Col-Erase Pencil Set - Set of 24, Assorted Colors)
**Students are encouraged to bring tools/supplies they already have/enjoy making art with**
Deepen your understanding of the figure and round out your portfolio in this essential multidisciplinary course. Illustrators, animators and fine artists are encouraged to take this class to practice large-scale figurative works and a learn a 3D approach to the human form. Students will get an in-depth overview of how to depict the human form based on bone and muscular structure. This course is the perfect next step for a student who has completed or is currently enrolled in Anatomy I or students advanced in figurative drawing.
Supply List:
o 1 roll of tape
o 4 x Graphite Drawing Pencils (2H, B, 2B, 4B)
o 1 General’s Charcoal Drawing Assortment (contains kneaded eraser, 2 charcoal pencils, vine and compressed charcoal, sharpener)
o 1 pink pearl (or equivalent) standard eraser
o 1 package of 4 blending stumps (Sizes 1, 4, 6, 8)
o 1 fine-art drawing paper pad, 9x12 or larger
o 1 piece of Fine Drawing Paper (100lb weight or more)
o 1 can of workable fixative or spray fixative
o A briefcase or portfolio for transport/storage
REGISTER NOW - select August 5 - August 9, in-person
Bonus savings: Take this as part of our 5-week Animation & Illustration Career Track (in-person only) to SAVE $645!
Find your unique place in the universe of your favorite anime, manga, movie or book series! In one of our most popular classes, learn how to bring a cast of your own original characters (OCs) to life for a variety of digital media, including film, animation, comics and games. Discover the process of character development and secrets to bringing a character to life. This course covers foundational skills such as staging, silhouette, posture, costume, color and shapes to create characters with human traits and emotions.
Supply List
o Mixed Media Pad 11" x 14" (Blick, Strathmore)
o Ruler (ex. Westcott C-thru 12”)
o 2 HB Drawing Pencils
o Pencil Sharpener
o Eraser ( Pentel Hi-Polymer)
o Inking Pens
o Sizes 05, 08, 1 & Brush (Ex: Uni-pen, Sakura)
o Art Marker (Copic Ciao/Copic Sketch Set, Prismacolor) OR Colored Pencil Set
(Prismacolor, Faber-Castell)
*Please select the in-person OR online course*
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Animation & Illustration Career Track (in-person only)
Deepen your understanding of the professional field of animation and game arts in our capstone Animation & Game Arts course for youth. This course is focused on concept, character development, storyboards and strengthening college application portfolio submissions. If you are interested in applying for Moore’s Animation & Game Arts BFA program, this course will prepare you and your portfolio for application season. This course is also a great fit for those of you looking to take the next step in building your animation, illustration and game design skills. In-person participants will have the unique opportunity have the unique opportunity to utilize Moore’s Cintiq Labs to create animations with ease using approachable state-of-the-art tools.
Supply List
o 16GB flash drive
o Sketchbook (preferably a 9x5)
o Pencils
o Ink pens for line work (not mandatory)
o Ruler
o Eraser
OPTIONAL: Tablet/ Computer with any art software: (Procreate $12.99, Adobe Photoshop is pretty expensive but if you have it already then that’s ok, FireAlpaca FREE, Flip-a-clip FREE. If you don’t have a tablet that’s ok you can still use a sketchbook and color with any medium you like.)
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Fine Arts Career Track or our 5-week Design Career Track
If you’re ready to wow colleges with your portfolio, this is the class for you! This class focuses on what colleges are looking for: 2D foundations, portfolio readiness and personal presentation. Flesh out your creative passion with concrete skill-building, exercises in still life, landscape and the human figure. This class is the perfect fit for all you future art students looking to develop a personal vision as you embark on your college experience. PLUS as a part of this course you will have the exclusive opportunity to participate in a mock interview with Moore’s Admissions team!
Supply list
o Mixed Media Pad or Drawing Pad at least 40 sheets, at least 11x14 (Example: Blick Mixed Media, 11x14)
o Vine Charcoal Medium, 12pk (Example: Blick Studio Vine 12pk)
o Compressed Charcoal 1 or more sticks, (Example: Derwent Medium Compressed Charcoal)
o Pencil Sharpener (Example: Kum metal single hole sharpener)
o Kneaded Eraser
o Pencil, at least 1 (HB or 2B)
o Blending Stumps
o A selection of bristle and soft long handle paint brushes, sizes around 4,6,8; Filbert, Flat, Round
o Metal palette knife (long diamond shape)
o Acrylic Paint: Suggested colors: Titanium white, Ivory Black, Ultramarine Blue, Alizarin Crimson Hue, Cadmium Yellow Light Hue, Burnt Umber
o Palette for mixing (you can repurpose and old glass or plastic plate from home or purchase a glass or plastic palette)
o Painting Supports: 3-4 canvases (16x20 or 18x24) OR Canvas Pad (16x20 or 18x24)
Bonus savings: Take this as part of our 5-week Design Career Track to SAVE $645!
Ready to take your fashion design skills to the next level? In this class you will develop advanced construction skills while creating your unique projects with an emphasis on garment draping and embellishment. Show your finished garments on the runway! Class size is limited. Prerequisites: Fashion I: Illustration & Simple Sewing (Basic Sewing) or equivalent knowledge.
Supply List
o Straight ruler
o Sketchbook
o Pencils
o Eraser
o Red and blue pen
o 2 yards of muslin (or any cheap non-stretch fabric)
o 2 yards of NON-STRETCH fabric of your choice
o Thread
o Plastic bobbin
o Scissors
o Pins
o Closures of your choice (zippers, buttons, etc)
SPOTLIGHT: 5-WEEK TRACKS
Get the most out of your summer (and five classes for the price of four) with a discounted 5-WEEK TRACK! This year, we’ve grouped the very best of our offerings to design the perfect summer experience for our students. Five-week tracks are available for high school (grades 9–12) and middle school (grades 6–8) students. Plus, when you enroll in a track, you save: Track tuition is $2,580, a SAVINGS of $645 over individual course registrations.
Career Tracks for Grades 9-12
Students in grades 9-12 are invited to join us for five weeks of artistic skill development and creative career exploration this summer. Each 5-week career track culminates in a capstone course that invites students to develop real-world career competencies essential for work-readiness to problem solve a client-centered brief. PLUS all students enrolled in a career track are eligible for an exclusive portfolio review with Moore’s Admissions team!
This track is essential for future animators, illustrators, video game designers, game programmers, forensic animators, and storyboard artists! Learn to tell your story with excellent visuals, a skill critical to developing your own unique and compelling visual language. PLUS students will have access to Moore’s industry-standard Cintiq Labs.
Courses include:
- Animation Bootcamp
- Character Design
- Art for Video Games
- Comics & Graphic Novels
- Career Lab: Animation & Illustration
Track cost: $2580 (savings of $645!)
Future art teachers, makeup artists, forensic artists, gallerists, and community arts leaders—you don’t want to miss this! Fine arts provide the foundational concepts essential to understanding the powerful and lucrative history of the arts and core concepts of all other creative forms. From creating a scholarship-worthy college portfolio to setting up your creative independent business and producing client commissions, we’re here to teach you everything you need to know.
Courses include:
- Drawing Foundation
- Anatomy for Artists I
- Acrylic Painting
- Advanced Drawing
- College Portfolio: Drawing & Painting Portfolio Prep
Track cost: $2580 (savings of $645!)
1-Week Courses for Grades 6-8
Choose a one-week course from a variety of concentrations for students in grades 6-8
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Animation & Illustration Track
Do you spend all day doodling your own majestic and magnificent characters? Inspired by one of our most popular high school classes, this course is a perfect introduction for aspiring Illustrators, Animators, Cartoonists, Game Designers, and more! Explore creating your own cast of characters and worlds in this fun and engaging course.
Supply List
o Mixed Media or Watercolor pad - 11”x14” (Blick, Strathmore or Canson)o Set of 12 Watercolor pencils (Either Winsor & Newton, Faber-Castell or Prismacolor)o 2-3 Watercolor brushes (one round and one flat)o Micron Pens - Set of 6 Assortedo Assortment of artist pencils (2H, H, F, B, HB, 2B preferred)o (1) Kneaded Eraser and (1) White Vinyl Erasero Small sketchbook or notebook for taking notes and jotting down ideaso Additionally, PLEASE BRING: Coloring medium of your choice (art markers, gouache, watercolor, acrylic, etc.)o Other materials to use with chosen coloring mediums (brushes, watercolor paper, canvas panels, etc.)(Highly recommended for research) Technology of your choice (laptop or tablet)
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Fine Arts Track
Discover your creativity as you learn the fundamental skills of drawing and painting in Moore’s spacious and well-lit studios! Get ready to experiment with pencils, charcoal, watercolor and more as you take ideas from inside your head to paper and canvas. Over the course of the week, you will advance from sketches to formal drawings and paintings!
Supply List
o HB Pencils
o Hard and Soft Charcoal
o Blick studio acrylic set of 6
o Assorted Acrylic Paint brushes
o Palette Paper or Plastic Plates
o Plastic Cups
o Plastic Palette Knife (metal preferred)
o Stretched canvas or panel pack 8x10" or 11x14"
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Animation & Illustration Track
Dragons? Check. Unicorns? Check. Mermaids? Check. Into designing your own magical majestic magnificent beasts? We’ve got you. Inspired by one of our most popular high school classes, this course is a perfect introduction for aspiring animators, game designers, digital artists and illustrators! You will explore traditional methods and industry-standard programs to create exciting new characters.
Supply List:
o Mixed Media Pad 11x14 or larger
o HB Drawing Pencils (#2 pencils)
o Mars Plastic Eraser
o 12”+ ruler (Westcott C-Thru Rulers recommended)
o Fine tip ink pens (Tombow Dual Brush Pens recommended)
o Art Marker or Colored Pencil Set
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Animation & Illustration Track
Do you love Disney? Can’t get enough anime? Learn what it takes to create your very own animated characters and bring them to life! You will explore traditional methods and industry-standard programs to create a story in an animated sequence. This course is a perfect introduction for all you aspiring animators, game designers, digital artists, and illustrators!
Supply List
o 16GB flash drive
o Graphite pencil
o Polymer eraser
o Kneaded eraser
o Sketchbook
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Animation & Illustration Track
Love comics? Have a favorite comic artist? Embark on your own artistic journey where storytelling meets visual art. In this course, you'll explore the exciting realm of character creation, narrative development, and the power of visual storytelling. Whether you're an aspiring comic artist or simply curious about the art of comics, this course will inspire artistic expression and introduce you to traditional methods of comic making in Moore’s state-of-the-art facilities.
Supply List:
o Mixed Media Pad 9" x 12" (Blick, Strathmore)
o 2 HB Drawing Pencils
o Pencil Sharpener (Kum Wedge Sharpener - Double-Hole)
o Eraser ( Pentel Hi-Polymer)
o Ruler
o 2 Inking Pens in sizes 08 & Brush (Ex: Uni-pen, Sakura)
Art Markers (Prismacolor Premier Dual-Ended Brush Tip Marker - Set of 12) OR Colored Pencil Set (Prismacolor Col-Erase Pencil Set - Set of 24, Assorted Colors)
**Students are encouraged to bring tools/supplies they already have/enjoy making art with**
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Animation & Illustration Track
AFK? NBD. When you're not gaming, learn how to create your own art for video games! Dive into the dynamic intersection of art and technology with this course designed to ignite your passion for both visual arts and interactive digital experiences. In this exciting class, students will explore the multifaceted world of video game artistry, from concept design to the creation of immersive game environments. Whether you dream of becoming a game artist, designer, or simply want to explore the creative potential of digital media, this course will empower you to bring virtual worlds to life with this unique opportunity to utilize Moore's state-of-the-art tools.
Supply List:
o Sketchbook (at least 9x12)
o Drawing utensils of your choice! (pen, pencil, charcoal, etc.)
o Flash drive or external hard drive (2GB minimum)
o A free Adobe Account - Students do not need to have an Adobe subscription, but due to the way that Adobe’s programs work in the computer labs, it is highly encouraged for students to come on the first day with an accountalready created.
Save $645! Take this as part of our 5-week Fine Arts Track
This class is perfect for beginners looking to build their fashion portfolio. You will have fun exploring different approaches to fashion design along with developing skills in styling, fabric selection, inspiration boards and draping techniques. You will learn how garments communicate ideas and concepts, and you’ll gain an understanding of style, color, form and proportion in contemporary fashion.
Supply List
o Sketchbook (at least 8.5 x 11)
o Tracing paper (at least 8.5 x 11)
o Pencils
o Erasers
o Coloring tools (markers, colored pencils, watercolor, etc)
o Glue stick
o Scissors
Explore Tracks for Grades 6-8
Students in grades 6-8 are invited to join us for five weeks of creative exploration. Are you looking for art classes that will encourage you to develop your skills and creativity? Look no further! Whether you’re interested in traditional or digital methods, our two 5-week tracks will leave you with the skills and confidence needed to take you to the next level in your art practice!
Parents, get ready to frame these pieces! In this track, students flourish as they strengthen a diverse range of fine art skills, creating a strong foundation in 2D and 3D concepts. Students are invited to develop their unique creative goals, style, and artistic voice through an enticing variety of representational and abstract assignments.
Courses include:
- Drawing & Painting Studio
- Watercolor Landscapes & Nature
- Dynamic Figure Drawing
- Architecture & Interior Design
- Fashion Illustration & Simple Sewing
Track cost: $2580 (savings of $645!)
Calling all future animators, illustrators, and video game designers! If you dream of turning your passion for anime, video games, and drawing into a life-long career, then this is the first step on your journey. Bring your own characters to life while building essential, foundational skills in this fun, enriching series of classes.
Courses Include:
- Illustrator's Studio
- Character Design
- Animator’s Studio
- Comics & Graphic Novels
- Art for Video Games
Track cost: $2580 (savings of $645!)
1-Week Courses for Grades 3-5
Students in grades 3-5 are invited to become artists and makers this summer through guided workshops with professionally trained educators. This isn't just an arts and crafts camp! The Young Artists Workshop provides structured assignments that keep kiddos engaged, investigating, and learning all summer long. In addition to introducing your student to the universal power of creative thinking, we lead young artists to success in comprehending and creating intricate 2D and 3D portfolio pieces you'll cherish forever.
Embark on a creative journey through the ages! This unique course invites budding talents to step into the shoes of legendary artists and recreate their iconic masterpieces in their personal unique style. From the vibrant strokes of Van Gogh to the surreal visions of Dali, students will immerse themselves in the world of art history while developing their own artistic skills through drawing, painting, and mixed media.
General supplies are provided! We recommend students bring the following:
o Sketchbook of choice
o Favorite drawing materials
Discover your creativity as you learn the fundamental skills of drawing and painting in Moore’s spacious and well-lit studios! Get ready to experiment with pencils, charcoal, watercolor and more as you take ideas from inside your head to paper and canvas. Each week you will advance from sketches to formal drawings and paintings!
General supplies are provided! We recommend students bring the following:
o Sketchbook of choice
o Favorite drawing materials
Can you really build a career with the arts?
The answer is yes! Even if you’re not planning on pursuing a creative career, 72% of business leaders say that creativity is the number one skill they are seeking when hiring, no matter the field. High school students are invited to join us for five weeks of artistic skill development and creative career exploration this summer. Each 5-week career track culminates in a capstone course that invites students to develop real-world career competencies essential for work-readiness to problem solve a client-centered brief. PLUS all students enrolled in a career track are eligible for an exclusive portfolio review with Moore’s Admissions team!SUPPLIES AND TECH REQUIREMENTS
A detailed supply list of required materials is provided by the instructor for all of our Young Artists Workshop (YAW) courses. Students are expected to arrive with supplies at the first class meeting.
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