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Visual Arts Classes for Young Children |
Art Basics • Art Basics: Building Blocks I • Art Basics: Building Blocks II |
| • Family Studio Art Creative connections are explored by parents and children working side-by-side to make art. This course helps children recognize their own talents and tap into their artistic abilities. Learning the fundamentals of art, students will explore various mediums and tools, learn how to draw and paint and create 2-D and 3-D art while developing an artistic vocabulary. A parent or caretaker is required to attend classes. Please bring a smock. Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
• Clay Studio Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
Visual Arts Classes for Pre-Teens and Teens |
| • Advanced Painting Techniques This advanced painting course is designed for students who are interested in exploring painting techniques using watercolor, acrylic and oil paints. While developing their painting skills, students will learn the basics of color, form, value, texture and space while becoming acquainted with different paint mediums. Exploration of techniques and color mixing will be introduced in the beginning weeks of the course and subject matter includes still life, landscape and abstraction. Attention will be given to individual instruction within a supportive group setting. Tuition: $290 for 14 weeks / $580 for 28 weeks |
| • Ceramics for Pre-Teens The basics of ceramics, progressing to more advanced techniques, are taught in this class for pre-teens. Functional items and art objects will be created. Firing, glazing, the use of slips, slab, coil and throwing are all covered in this comprehensive course. Please bring a smock. Tuition: $290 for 14 weeks / $580 for 28 weeks |
| • Drawing and Painting for Teens For students who are interested in improving their skills, this class will focus on the human figure, anatomy and still life. Students may hone their style and technique working in pencil, charcoal, pastels, watercolor and acrylic paint on paper and canvas. Please bring a smock. Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
| • Drafting This course is ideal for students interested in architecture or set design. Students who enjoy constructing objects by hand will gain insight into how architects and designers bring sketches of buildings, furniture, bridges and landscapes to life, from concept to completed model. Students will learn how to create miniature sets, furniture or building models, and more. The semester will conclude with an exhibition of finished blueprints and 3-D models. Tuition: $320 for 14 weeks / $640 for 28 weeks |
| • Printmaking Printmaking is an exciting form of art. In this class students learn to print imagery and logos on Styrofoam and rubber blocks. They will have the opportunity to create positive and negative prints of their drawings and print them onto paper or fabric on a cold press. Through printmaking students can learn how newspapers came about as well as the images that are silk-screened onto their hats, t-shirts, fabrics and more. In this class the students will print images on textured paper, fabrics and other materials. Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
| • Fine Arts This class examines traditional styles of painting through studying and creating works in oil and watercolor paints. Students will critique paintings created in these mediums spanning various eras, while learning the techniques and mechanics of these art forms. The Fine Arts class will open the students mind to exploring their potential to work in these particular areas. Please bring a smock. Tuition: $290 for 14 weeks / $580 for 28 weeks |
• Mixed Media Workshop Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
| • Camera Antics - An Intro to Photography This basic photography class introduces students to 35mm camera and darkroom techniques, including processing black and white film. An exhibition of student work is displayed at the end of the course, showcasing creative expressions. Please note that chemicals used to process film may aggravate asthmatic conditions. Tuition: $230 for 14 weeks / $460 for 28 weeks |
• Advanced Photo/Darkroom Techniques Tuition: $320 for 14 weeks / $640 for 28 weeks |
• Toons I Tuition: $230 for 14 weeks / $460 for 28 weeks |
• Toons II Tuition: $230 for 14 weeks / $460 for 28 weeks |
NEW! Digital Design Program In the information age, visual communication experts are in demand. The Digital Design Program introduces students to the use of current technology for visual arts applications. HSA faculty members provide hands-on instruction and guidance, encouraging the children to use their imagination, |
• Computer Kids Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
| • Graphic/Web Design Basic design techniques will be taught and students will be introduced to a variety of graphic design software programs. Students will gain a working knowledge of file formats, text design and how to merge imagery with graphics. Students will also learn how to design and create websites using Photoshop, Dreamweaver and Flash. Tuition: $320 for 14 weeks / $640 for 28 weeks |
| • Introduction to Digital Art This introductory course is for students with limited digital art experience. Students will learn how to use a Mac computer and explore creative software such as Photoshop, Illustrator and Painter. They will learn how utilize a scanner to transfer their 2-D illustrations from hard copy to digital format, and design flyers, posters, calendar, menus and programs. Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
NEW! Digital Media Program The Digital Media Program provides students with the opportunity to explore the infinite possibilities of digital technology. Students may immerse themselves in the world of digital photography, digital video and cinematography, video editing or film theory. Students learn the theories and techniques involved in all aspects of production and acquire the skills necessary to develop the proficiency for advanced study. |
| • Film Theory This course will engage students in an examination of the cultural, historical and theoretical dimensions of film practice. Students will examine film as a discourse through scrutiny of a range of film text and will explore the social, political and ideological dimensions of film use. Tuition: $320 for 14 weeks / $640 for 28 weeks |
| • Digital Photography and Techniques In this course, students will familiarize themselves with various aspects of digital photography. First, an overview of the function of digital cameras will be discussed. Using industry standard software, they will scan materials, manipulate images and create layouts. Each semester, the students will execute their assignments utilizing their digital skills as they prepare their work for print or web formats. Tuition: $320 for 14 weeks / $640 for 28 weeks |
| • Introduction to Filmmaking – Fall Only This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the exciting world of digital video. Students learn the theories and techniques involved in the pre-production, production and post-production processes. In particular, the course focuses on storytelling and creating storyboards, lighting and exposure, focus, cinematography, audio, basic editing and outputting videos to DVD. Students will receive handson instruction with digital cameras and learn the basics of editing with Final Cut Pro. Students will write, direct, shoot and edit their own public service announcements and music videos as well as produce one 5–7 minute short narrative film or experimental video piece. Field trips to the Sony Wonder Technology Lab and the American Museum of the Moving Image form part of this course. Students will also attend special screenings where guest artists engage the students in dialogue through Q & A sessions. Tuition: $320 for 14 weeks |
| • Intermediate Filmmaking – Spring Only This course immerses students in more advanced film techniques and theory, focusing on scriptwriting, creating storyboards, character development, advanced lighting, advanced cinematography, shooting for continuity, advanced audio techniques, editing and outputting videos to DVD. Students will receive hands-on instruction with digital cameras and learn more advanced editing skills, including subtitling, motion graphics and effects with Final Cut Pro. Students will write, direct, shoot and edit their own biographies, short films and documentaries for their peers and instructor to critique. The semester culminates with the HSA Youth Video/Film Festival, where students have a chance to showcase their works before a live audience. Students will attend film festivals in the New York City area during the spring and attend special screenings where guest artists engage the students in dialogue through Q & A sessions. Tuition: $320 for 14 weeks |
Adult Open Enrollment Classes |
| • Adult Painting Have you ever dreamed of painting people, landscapes and still life? Spending time in both the studio and offsite locations, students learn how to draw and paint what they see using charcoal, pastels, watercolor, acrylic and oil paints. Tuition: $290 for 14 weeks / $580 for 28 weeks |
| • Advanced Painting Techniques This advanced painting course is designed to enable students to freely explore various painting techniques using watercolor, acrylic and oil paint. Students will learn the basics of color, form, value, texture and space while becoming acquainted with paint mediums. Exploration of techniques and color mixing will be introduced in the beginning weeks of the course. Subject matter will include still life, landscape, and abstraction. In the final weeks, students will paint from their choice of subject. Attention will be given to individual instruction within a supportive group setting. Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
• Ceramics for Adults Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
| • Computers 101 for Adults This introductory course provides hands-on instruction in computer hardware and software fundamentals, networking, telecommunications, the Internet, and Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
• Adult Digital Photography and Techniques Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
| • Introduction to Digital Art for Adults This introductory course is for students with limited digital art experience. Students will learn how to use a Mac computer and explore creative software applications such as Photoshop, Illustrator and Painter. They will learn how utilize a scanner to transfer their 2-D illustrations from hard copy to digital format and design flyers, posters, calendar, menus and programs. Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
| • Pastel Techniques Students will explore various techniques and expressive qualities of the soft pastel medium. Discussion and examination of pastel use in still life, floral, landscape and portraiture and the use of a broad range of paper, canvas and other supports will introduce students to the infinite possibilities of painting with pastels. Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
| • Photography for Adults Have you always loved taking pictures and wished you could learn how to do so professionally? This course teaches would-be photographers how to use their own 35mm camera, focusing on fundamental aspects such as its history, design, use and the study of light as well as film processing and development. Students will also learn how different grades of paper affect the presentation of an image. Students will participate in offsite field trips and independent photo shoots and conclude the semester with a photo presentation. Tuition: $260 for 14 weeks / $520 for 28 weeks |
College Prep Program For Information on the College Prep Visual Arts Program, For Information on available financial aid, visit our Financial Aid Page |
| The Harlem School of the Arts is funded, in part, by the New York State Council on the Arts, National Endowment for the Arts, New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, New York City Council, Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone, New York City Department of Youth and Community Development, The Carnegie Corporation, The After-School Corporation, Altman Foundation, Jean and Louis Dreyfus Foundation, United Jewish Appeal and other corporate, foundation and individual partners. HSA is a member of the National Guild of Community Schools of the Arts. |
