
NEW FOR SPRING
Classes/Workshops
At Stone Branch School of Art we offer a wide range of long term classes as well short session classes and workshops.
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or private lessons.

Our Spring semester classes will be in-person.
Senior /sibling/family discounts may apply on classes
Convenient payment options available.

MANGA
Wed. 4:30-6:30
Session I - 02/ 02- 03/23
Session II - 4/06-O6/01
8 weeks
5th grade +
These short courses will provide a comprehensive guide to the Josei, Shoujo and Chibi styles. Topics covered: Drawing characters, body and head proportions for each style

COMIC I- Foundations
Thur 4:30-6:30 02/03-06/02
Sat 10-12 02/05-06/04
17 weeks
5th grade+
Learn all the fundamentals for drawing the figure, animals and the environment better confidence in creating comics.

COMIC II
Tue 02/01-05/31
17 weeks
6th grade+
This class delves deeper into the creation of good comics. Page layout, panel progression and story development are covered.

Figure Drawing
Tues 6:45-8:45 Level II 02/01-05/31
Sat. 3:30-5:30 Level I 02/05-06/04
17 weeks
Teens/adults
Students learn basic observation and measuring skills, the stages of drawing the structure and planes of the figure, and how to clearly render values of light and shadow.

Portrait Drawing
Wed. 6:45-8:45 Level II 02/02-06/01
Sat. 1:00-3:00 Level I 02/05-06/04
17 weeks
Teens/adults
Students learn the basic structure and planes of the head and how to utilize perspective for drawing the head accurately. Students learn how to clearly render values of light and shadow.

Foundation Drawing
Wed. 4:30-6:30 Level I ( teen)
Sat. 10:00-12:00 ( teen) WAIT LIST
Wed. 6:45-8:45 Level I/II ( teen/adult)
Sat. 3:30-5:30 Level II (Teen/Adult)*
* Semi-Private
17 weeks
Students learn the techniques and methods used to create the illusion of the three dimensional world on a two dimensional surface. Emphasis is on line, value, shape and use of classic measuring techniques

Observational Drawing
Thur 6:45-8:45 02/03-06/02
Sat. 1:00-3:30* 02/05-
*Semi-private
17 weeks
Teens/adults
Students learn basic observation and measuring skills, the stages of drawing the structure and planes of the figure, and how to clearly render values of light and shadow.

Acrylic painting
Tues. 6:45-8:45 Feb 1-Mar. 15
8 weeks $650 includes materials
(Advanced ) Apr 5- May 31
8 weeks $650 includes materials
Sat. 3:30-5:30 Mar. 12-Jun 12
12 weeks $800 includes materials
Teens/adults
Introduction to the elements of painting with acrylics. Surface preparation, proper care and use of materials and specifics on use of color, light texture, and composition. covered. Students benefit from individualized instruction and evaluation. Advanced session expands on the studio experience. Open to those who have completed the foundation level class.

Package Design
Wed. 6:45-8:45 02/01-03/ 23
8 weeks $566 (materials included)
( teen/adult)
This course focuses on the design and production process of Brand identity elements. Students will create various components including logos, signage, fleet graphics, stationery and packages.

Industrial Design
Wed. 6:45-8:45 03/30- 05/25
8 weeks $566 (materials included)
( teen/adult)
Focused on design as applied to physical products that are to be manufactured by mass production. Students are introduced to the creative act of determining and defining a product's form and features. Students fundamentals of design, product development and prototype drawings.

Concept & Composition
for Printmaking
Sat 3:30-5:30 02/05- 03/5
8 weeks $566 (materials included)
This 8 week course will provide you with valuable skills in designing strong dynamic, compositions for application to screen printing posters and t-shirts. use of text and color will be covered.

Screenprinting
Thur. 6:45-8:45 04/08-06/03
8 weeks
$575 (includes most materials)
This course will teach you the fundamentals of screen printing from start to finish.
Students will learn different methods of preparing images, transferring to the screen, and printing multiple layers with water-based inks to make an edition of

Digital Art: Photoshop Fundamentals
Sat 1:00-3:00
02/05-03/26 $480
( teen/adult)
Adobe Photoshop : the virtual course teaches students necessary skills to design their own graphics and manage project files. Step by step instructions on all the basic tools and properties of photoshop will be covered.Minimum of 4 students required for class to run. Students must have access to a computer and photoshop software.

Drawing Places and Spaces
Thur 4:30-6:30
03/03-05/26
12 weeks
open to students 12+
This course has been designed to empower students to tackle drawing buildings and interior spaces. We will study different architectural styles both inside and out and use linear perspective tools to render both real and imagined spaces.Learn important tips and techniques to achieve drawings with architectural character, and a story within. Inking and finishing techniques will be covered. This is a great class for students interested in the study of architecture, interior design, even comic arts and concept creation.

Digital Art: Photoshop Intermediate
Sat 1:00-3:00
04/08-05/28 $480
( teen/adult)
This virtual course focuses on using advanced Photoshop CC features such as curves, levels, blending modes, painting and drawing tools, and special effects to create professional-quality designs and images for web and video. Students learn using the step-by-step instructions, exercises, and completed projects.

Inspired by Nature
drawing/printmaking/sculpture
Fri 4:30-6:30
03/04-05/27
12 weeks
open to students 12+
This course is designed to help students Learn how to see and draw nature like an illustrator. Build observational and visual interpretation skills in an enjoyable way. Our study won’t only be confined to drawing, we will also be using printmaking and sculpture to create inspiring works from nature.
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Youth/Jr. Teen Core Classes
Tue-Sat 4:30-6:30
Our programs provide artistic and life enhancing skills to students of all skill levels. Through one-to-one mentoring, in small class settings, we provide opportunities for each student to use their unique abilities. Attention is given not only to cultivating skills for creative expression but also for those used for enhanced, communication, emotional, and interpersonal relationship development and leadership building.
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