JR Art Lab

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THU – JR Animator 13-17 yrs (Spring 2024)

Theme of this term: Animating Objects and Effects with Procreate Dreams

Unlock Creativity: Animate with Procreate! Are you ready to breathe life into your shapes and doodles? , “Animating Objects and Effects with Procreate,” designed specifically for experiments . In this dynamic course, you’ll master the art of animation using Procreate, directly from your iPad. Here’s what awaits you:

1. Introduction to Procreate Animation Tools: Get acquainted with Procreate’s animation features. • Understand layers, frames, and the timeline.
2. Basic Object Animation: Create simple yet impactful animations: think spirals, mandalas, or morphing bubbles. • Explore timing and easing techniques for movement.
3. Animating Effects Add dynamic effects to your visuals: raindrops, sparks, or magical glows. • Master opacity, blending modes, and layer effects.
4. Creating Particle Systems: Design captivating particle animations (think fire, smoke, or snow). • Utilize Procreate brushes to enhance particle effects.
5. Animating Transformations: Morph shapes seamlessly: turn circles into squares or hearts. • Dive into keyframes and interpolation for smooth transitions.
6. Advanced Techniques Simulate physics in your animations: pendulum swings, water ripples, and wind effects. Explore masking and blur for added depth.
7. Project Work: Choose a specific object or effect to animate. Apply all your newfound skills to create a polished animation. By the end of this workshop, you’ll have a solid foundation in object animation and effects using Procreate, empowering you to infuse your films with captivating visuals.

Let your artistic journey take flight!

Students will need a copy of procreate https://procreate.com/ipad and procreate dreams https://procreate.com/dreams on their iPad. they are separate apps and work together.

THU – JR Animator 8 – 12 yrs (Spring 2024)

Theme of this term: Animating Objects and Effects with Procreate Dreams

Unlock Creativity: Animate with Procreate! Are you ready to breathe life into your shapes and doodles? , “Animating Objects and Effects with Procreate,” designed specifically for experiments . In this dynamic course, you’ll master the art of animation using Procreate, directly from your iPad. Here’s what awaits you:

1. Introduction to Procreate Animation Tools: Get acquainted with Procreate’s animation features. • Understand layers, frames, and the timeline.
2. Basic Object Animation: Create simple yet impactful animations: think spirals, mandalas, or morphing bubbles. • Explore timing and easing techniques for movement.
3. Animating Effects Add dynamic effects to your visuals: raindrops, sparks, or magical glows. • Master opacity, blending modes, and layer effects.
4. Creating Particle Systems: Design captivating particle animations (think fire, smoke, or snow). • Utilize Procreate brushes to enhance particle effects.
5. Animating Transformations: Morph shapes seamlessly: turn circles into squares or hearts. • Dive into keyframes and interpolation for smooth transitions.
6. Advanced Techniques Simulate physics in your animations: pendulum swings, water ripples, and wind effects. Explore masking and blur for added depth.
7. Project Work: Choose a specific object or effect to animate. Apply all your newfound skills to create a polished animation. By the end of this workshop, you’ll have a solid foundation in object animation and effects using Procreate, empowering you to infuse your films with captivating visuals.

Let your artistic journey take flight!

Students will need a copy of procreate https://procreate.com/ipad and procreate dreams https://procreate.com/dreams on their iPad. they are separate apps and work together.

THU – JR iPad Artist 3D 10+ yrs (Spring 2024)

Theme of this term: Product Design and Rendering

Unlock Your Creativity: 3D Digital Art Product Design Workshop

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey into the world of 3D digital art and product design? Look no further! Our 15-week workshop, powered by the cutting-edge tool Nomad Sculpt, is tailor-made for aspiring artists, designers, and visionaries.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Introduction to 3D Art: Dive into the fundamentals, explore the endless possibilities, and discover how to bring your ideas to life in three dimensions.
  • Mastering Nomad Sculpt: Get hands-on with this intuitive software. Learn the ropes, navigate the interface, and wield the sculpting tools like a pro.
  • From Basics to Brilliance: Sculpt simple shapes, refine intricate details, and create stunning visualizations that captivate your audience.
  • Product Design Principles: Understand the art of aesthetics, form, and function. Analyze real-world products and extract inspiration for your own designs.
  • Crafting Realistic Surfaces: Texture painting, material simulation, and achieving lifelike finishes—your creations will look and feel authentic.
  • Lighting and Rendering Magic: Set the stage, illuminate your designs, and render high-quality images that leave a lasting impression.
  • Functional Art: Go beyond aesthetics. Design objects that not only look great but also serve a purpose.
  • Custom Brushes and Unique Effects: Create your own artistic toolkit. Explore alpha maps, stamps, and unleash your creativity.
  • Advanced Product Visualization: Showcase your designs in context—scenes, environments, and beyond.

MON – JR 3D Artist 10+ yrs (Spring 2024)

Theme of this term: Blender 3D Architecture Workshop o (DESKTOP/LAPTOP)

Unlock Your Creative Potential:

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey into the world of architectural design for games and film? Our  Blender 3D Architecture Workshop is your gateway to mastering the art of creating stunning virtual spaces. Whether you’re an aspiring game developer, a visual effects enthusiast, or simply passionate about architecture, this workshop will empower you with the skills needed to bring your visions to life.

What You’ll Learn:

  1. Blender Basics: Dive into the intuitive Blender interface and grasp fundamental 3D concepts.
  2. Architectural Modeling: Construct intricate rooms, doors, windows, and furniture pieces with precision.
  3. Texture Magic: Explore material nodes, UV unwrapping, and realistic texturing techniques.
  4. Lighting Mastery: Illuminate your designs with captivating interior and exterior lighting setups.
  5. Dynamic Animation: Animate camera elements and create captivating walkthroughs.
  6. Cinematic Shots: Learn camera settings and composition for cinematic-quality visuals.
  7. Rendering Brilliance: Produce high-quality images and animations using Blender’s rendering capabilities.

Join us as we blend creativity, technology, and architectural finesse. Enroll today and let your imagination shape the future of digital spaces! 🏗️🎥🎮.

WED – JR iPad Artist 2D 13 – 17 yrs (Spring 2024)

Theme of this term: Character Design Workshop

Unlock Your Creativity: 14-Week 2D Digital Art Character Design Workshop

Are you ready to embark on an artistic journey that will ignite your imagination and elevate your digital art skills? Look no further! Our 14-week 2D Digital Art Character Design Workshop is designed for aspiring artists, illustrators, and storytellers who want to breathe life into captivating characters using the powerful Procreate software.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Master Procreate Tools: Dive into Procreate’s intuitive interface, brushes, layers, and color features. Unleash your creativity with confidence.
  • Character Essentials: Explore the fundamentals of character design, from silhouettes to personality traits. Discover how to convey emotions and uniqueness through your characters.
  • Anatomy and Proportions: Understand the secrets behind realistic anatomy and proportions. Whether it’s a heroic knight or a mischievous fairy, you’ll nail those details.
  • Color Magic: Learn the art of color theory and palette creation. Transform your characters with harmonious color schemes.
  • Texture and Depth: Elevate your characters by adding texture and surface quality. From skin to clothing, you’ll create characters that pop off the screen.
  • Advanced Techniques: Dive deeper into Procreate’s features—layer blending modes, custom brushes, and dynamic poses. Your characters will evolve from sketches to masterpieces.
  • Photo-bashing : Learn how to add photos to your artwork to level up your growth and talent.
  • Final Project: Bring it all together in a comprehensive character design project. Tell their story, evoke emotions, and leave a lasting impression.

Join us for this transformative workshop, where creativity knows no bounds. Enroll today and let your characters leap off the canvas!

Students will need their own iPad for working and a copy of Procreate. https://procreate.com/

WED – JR iPad Artist 2D 8 – 12 yrs (Spring 2024)

Theme of this term: Character Design Workshop

Unlock Your Creativity: 14-Week 2D Digital Art Character Design Workshop

Are you ready to embark on an artistic journey that will ignite your imagination and elevate your digital art skills? Look no further! Our 14-week 2D Digital Art Character Design Workshop is designed for aspiring artists, illustrators, and storytellers who want to breathe life into captivating characters using the powerful Procreate software.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Master Procreate Tools: Dive into Procreate’s intuitive interface, brushes, layers, and color features. Unleash your creativity with confidence.
  • Character Essentials: Explore the fundamentals of character design, from silhouettes to personality traits. Discover how to convey emotions and uniqueness through your characters.
  • Anatomy and Proportions: Understand the secrets behind realistic anatomy and proportions. Whether it’s a heroic knight or a mischievous fairy, you’ll nail those details.
  • Color Magic: Learn the art of color theory and palette creation. Transform your characters with harmonious color schemes.
  • Texture and Depth: Elevate your characters by adding texture and surface quality. From skin to clothing, you’ll create characters that pop off the screen.
  • Advanced Techniques: Dive deeper into Procreate’s features—layer blending modes, custom brushes, and dynamic poses. Your characters will evolve from sketches to masterpieces.
  • Photo-bashing : Learn how to add photos to your artwork to level up your growth and talent.
  • Final Project: Bring it all together in a comprehensive character design project. Tell their story, evoke emotions, and leave a lasting impression.

Join us for this transformative workshop, where creativity knows no bounds. Enroll today and let your characters leap off the canvas!

Students will need their own iPad for working and a copy of Procreate. https://procreate.com/

MON – JR Digital Artist 8 – 12 yrs (Spring 2024)

Theme of this term: Character Design w Clip Studio (DESKTOP/LAPTOP)

Unlock Your Creativity: 2D Digital Art Character Design Workshop
Are you ready to embark on an artistic journey that will ignite your imagination and elevate your digital art skills? Look no further! Our 2D Digital Art Character Design Workshop is designed for aspiring artists, illustrators, and storytellers who want to breathe life into captivating characters using the powerful art making software.
What You’ll Learn:

MON – JR Digital Artist 13 – 17 yrs (Spring 2024)

Theme of this term: Character Design w Clip Studio (DESKTOP/LAPTOP)

Unlock Your Creativity: 2D Digital Art Character Design Workshop
Are you ready to embark on an artistic journey that will ignite your imagination and elevate your digital art skills? Look no further! Our 2D Digital Art Character Design Workshop is designed for aspiring artists, illustrators, and storytellers who want to breathe life into captivating characters using the powerful art making software.
What You’ll Learn:

MON – JR Digital Artist 8 – 12 yrs (Fall 2023)

Anime & Anatomy Workshop.

Unleash Your Creative Powers: Master Anatomy and Anime with Professional Software in Affinity Photo (photoshop without the subscription!) 🎨🔥

Attention aspiring artists and anime enthusiasts! Are you ready to take your drawing skills to unprecedented heights? Join us for an electrifying workshop where you’ll dive deep into the captivating world of Anatomy and Anime, creating breathtaking digital artworks that bring your imagination to life! Prepare to be inspired like never before! ✨🎭

In this one-of-a-kind workshop, we’ll guide you through the dynamic intersection of anatomy and anime, unveiling the secrets behind creating captivating characters with strikingly realistic proportions. Discover the art of blending the foundations of human anatomy with the vibrant expressiveness of anime, unlocking a realm of limitless artistic possibilities. 🌟💫

Why choose Anatomy and Anime? Well, it’s the perfect marriage between the precision of anatomical understanding and the limitless creativity of anime. By mastering anatomy, you’ll gain a solid foundation in structure, form, and movement, while infusing anime’s distinctive style will ignite your artworks with energy, emotion, and personality. Get ready to create characters that leap off the screen and into the hearts of your viewers! 💥🌸

No prior experience with Affinity? No problem! Our expert instructors will be your creative mentors, guiding you through every step of the process, from understanding the fundamentals of anatomy to harnessing the power of Affinity’s robust digital tools. You’ll learn essential techniques for capturing lifelike proportions, expressing dynamic poses, and imbuing your characters with the signature charm of anime. 🖌️📱

But wait, there’s more! Throughout the workshop, we’ll delve into the secrets of storytelling through character design. Explore the art of conveying emotion, personality, and narrative depth through your creations. Learn how to breathe life into your characters, transporting viewers into rich, immersive worlds of your own making. Let your imagination run wild and create captivating narratives that captivate and inspire! 🎭✨

Don’t miss out on this exhilarating opportunity to embark on a journey of artistic mastery, technical skill-building, and unleashing your creative powers! Reserve your spot today and prepare to transcend the boundaries of anatomy and anime in the digital realm. Share your progress using the hashtags: #ArtlabAnatomyAndAnime . Let’s create art that leaves a lasting impact! 🎨🔥

NEW: We will support 2 painting apps Krita https://krita.org/en/post-download-page/ and Affinity Photo. Krita is free and open source but does not have all the bells and whistles of Affinity Photo. https://affinity.serif.com/en-us/photo/

MON – JR Digital Artist 13 – 17 yrs (Fall 2023)

Anime & Anatomy Workshop.

Unleash Your Creative Powers: Master Anatomy and Anime with Professional Software in Affinity Photo (photoshop without the subscription!) 🎨🔥

Attention aspiring artists and anime enthusiasts! Are you ready to take your drawing skills to unprecedented heights? Join us for an electrifying workshop where you’ll dive deep into the captivating world of Anatomy and Anime, creating breathtaking digital artworks that bring your imagination to life! Prepare to be inspired like never before! ✨🎭

In this one-of-a-kind workshop, we’ll guide you through the dynamic intersection of anatomy and anime, unveiling the secrets behind creating captivating characters with strikingly realistic proportions. Discover the art of blending the foundations of human anatomy with the vibrant expressiveness of anime, unlocking a realm of limitless artistic possibilities. 🌟💫

Why choose Anatomy and Anime? Well, it’s the perfect marriage between the precision of anatomical understanding and the limitless creativity of anime. By mastering anatomy, you’ll gain a solid foundation in structure, form, and movement, while infusing anime’s distinctive style will ignite your artworks with energy, emotion, and personality. Get ready to create characters that leap off the screen and into the hearts of your viewers! 💥🌸

No prior experience with Affinity? No problem! Our expert instructors will be your creative mentors, guiding you through every step of the process, from understanding the fundamentals of anatomy to harnessing the power of Affinity’s robust digital tools. You’ll learn essential techniques for capturing lifelike proportions, expressing dynamic poses, and imbuing your characters with the signature charm of anime. 🖌️📱

But wait, there’s more! Throughout the workshop, we’ll delve into the secrets of storytelling through character design. Explore the art of conveying emotion, personality, and narrative depth through your creations. Learn how to breathe life into your characters, transporting viewers into rich, immersive worlds of your own making. Let your imagination run wild and create captivating narratives that captivate and inspire! 🎭✨

Don’t miss out on this exhilarating opportunity to embark on a journey of artistic mastery, technical skill-building, and unleashing your creative powers! Reserve your spot today and prepare to transcend the boundaries of anatomy and anime in the digital realm. Share your progress using the hashtags: #ArtlabAnatomyAndAnime . Let’s create art that leaves a lasting impact! 🎨🔥

NEW: We will support 2 painting apps Krita https://krita.org/en/post-download-page/ and Affinity Photo. Krita is free and open source but does not have all the bells and whistles of Affinity Photo. https://affinity.serif.com/en-us/photo/