JR Art Lab

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SUN – JR 3D ~ART TOYS 10 + yrs (Fall 2020)

This term is all about Art Toys. What are Art Toys? 

Designer Toys, also called art toys, are toys and collectibles created by artists and designers that are either self-produced or made by small, independent toy companies, typically in very limited editions. Artists use a variety of materials, such as ABS plastic, vinyl, wood, metal, latex, plush, and resin. Creators often have backgrounds in graphic design, illustration, or fine art, but many accomplished toy artists are self-taught. The first Designer Toys appeared in the 1990s in Hong Kong and Japan. By the early 2000s, the majority of Designer Toys were based upon characters created by popular Lowbrow artists, forever linking the two movements.

So think a crossover between Mickey Mouse and Banksy.. Students will need to buy their own 3D printing filament and will have access to print from our studio printer all term.

To start with we will go through the process of developing and creating a product ( our designer toys). A valuable skill.. This will include researching  the market of Designer toys. Developing concepts and workshopping the ideas with sketches and concept boards. After students are familiar with making designer toys they will begin to create and print their own designs. Students will also spend time hand painting their Designer toys with our studio acrylic paints.

THUR – JR 3D ~ART TOYS 10 + yrs (Fall 2020)

This term is all about Art Toys. What are Art Toys? 

Designer Toys, also called art toys, are toys and collectibles created by artists and designers that are either self-produced or made by small, independent toy companies, typically in very limited editions. Artists use a variety of materials, such as ABS plastic, vinyl, wood, metal, latex, plush, and resin. Creators often have backgrounds in graphic design, illustration, or fine art, but many accomplished toy artists are self-taught. The first Designer Toys appeared in the 1990s in Hong Kong and Japan. By the early 2000s, the majority of Designer Toys were based upon characters created by popular Lowbrow artists, forever linking the two movements.

So think a crossover between Mickey Mouse and Banksy.. Students will need to buy their own 3D printing filament and will have access to print from our studio printer all term.

To start with we will go through the process of developing and creating a product ( our designer toys). A valuable skill.. This will include researching  the market of Designer toys. Developing concepts and workshopping the ideas with sketches and concept boards. After students are familiar with making designer toys they will begin to create and print their own designs. Students will also spend time hand painting their Designer toys with our studio acrylic paints.

TUE – JR 3D ~ART TOYS 10 + yrs (Fall 2020)

This term is all about Art Toys. What are Art Toys? 

Designer Toys, also called art toys, are toys and collectibles created by artists and designers that are either self-produced or made by small, independent toy companies, typically in very limited editions. Artists use a variety of materials, such as ABS plastic, vinyl, wood, metal, latex, plush, and resin. Creators often have backgrounds in graphic design, illustration, or fine art, but many accomplished toy artists are self-taught. The first Designer Toys appeared in the 1990s in Hong Kong and Japan. By the early 2000s, the majority of Designer Toys were based upon characters created by popular Lowbrow artists, forever linking the two movements.

So think a crossover between Mickey Mouse and Banksy.. Students will need to buy their own 3D printing filament and will have access to print from our studio printer all term.

To start with we will go through the process of developing and creating a product ( our designer toys). A valuable skill.. This will include researching  the market of Designer toys. Developing concepts and workshopping the ideas with sketches and concept boards. After students are familiar with making designer toys they will begin to create and print their own designs. Students will also spend time hand painting their Designer toys with our studio acrylic paints.

MON – JR Podcaster 12 – 17 yrs (Fall 2020)

Podcast is no doubt a new yet powerful platform to tell your story. There were 48 million weekly podcast listeners in 2018, according to Statista data. This audience is expected to grow to 115 million by 2021. Now is the time to start your own podcast.

Our JR Podcaster course is designed for storytellers who would like to work behind the camera, yet maintain creative control over their stories. 

Students will be guided through the fundamental aspects of Fiction Storytelling Podcast, including podcast scriptwriting, voice coaching, sound recording, music and sound effects selections as well as audio editing. We encourage our young podcasters to create a particular story, viewpoint, message or experience. Participants are expected to complete and publish their original piece of audio drama by the end of the course. Join us and let your voice be heard!

WED – JR Documentarian 12 – 17 yrs (Fall 2020)

Documentaries involve media devices, content, form, and production strategies in order to address the creative, ethical, and conceptual problems and choices in daily life. Due to the complex nature of documentary practice we will only accept students at least 12 years of age.

Student will be guided through the fundamental aspects of documentary filmmaking, including researching skills and camera angles, footage selection as well as editing. Students are encouraged to creates a particular story, viewpoint, message or experience.

WED – JR Photographer 13 – 17 yrs (Fall 2020)

In this term students will focus on an introduction to digital photography. Students can expect to learn how to make a correct exposure, shoot in challenging lighting situations, make strong compositions. This course will also include some photography hacks. Student will get plenty of hands-on experience and practical photography knowledge.

As Fall approaches, this term will explore Natural Photography. We have stayed at home for too long, let’s go down to the ravine and take some stunning photos of golden maple trees. We will also bring back our iconic Halloween Grow in the Dark photoshoot and Christmas Lights photography.

SUN – JR Photographer 8 – 12 yrs (Fall 2020)

In this term students will focus on an introduction to digital photography. Students can expect to learn how to make a correct exposure, shoot in challenging lighting situations, make strong compositions. This course will also include some photography hacks. Student will get plenty of hands-on experience and practical photography knowledge.

As Fall approaches, this term will explore Natural Photography. We have stayed at home for too long, let’s go down to the ravine and take some stunning photos of golden maple trees. We will also bring back our iconic Halloween Grow in the Dark photoshoot and Christmas Lights photography. 

THU – JR Photographer 8 – 12 yrs (Fall 2020)

In this term students will focus on an introduction to digital photography. Students can expect to learn how to make a correct exposure, shoot in challenging lighting situations, make strong compositions. This course will also include some photography hacks. Student will get plenty of hands-on experience and practical photography knowledge.

As Fall approaches, this term will explore Natural Photography. We have stayed at home for too long, let’s go down to the ravine and take some stunning photos of golden maple trees. We will also bring back our iconic Halloween Grow in the Dark photoshoot and Christmas Lights photography. 

TUE – JR Photographer 8 – 12 yrs (Fall 2020)

In this term students will focus on an introduction to digital photography. Students can expect to learn how to make a correct exposure, shoot in challenging lighting situations, make strong compositions. This course will also include some photography hacks. Student will get plenty of hands-on experience and practical photography knowledge.

As Fall approaches, this term will explore Natural Photography. We have stayed at home for too long, let’s go down to the ravine and take some stunning photos of golden maple trees. We will also bring back our iconic Halloween Grow in the Dark photoshoot and Christmas Lights photography. 

MON – JR Photographer 8 – 12 yrs (Fall 2020)

In this term students will focus on an introduction to digital photography. Students can expect to learn how to make a correct exposure, shoot in challenging lighting situations, make strong compositions. This course will also include some photography hacks. Student will get plenty of hands-on experience and practical photography knowledge.

As Fall approaches, this term will explore Natural Photography. We have stayed at home for too long, let’s go down to the ravine and take some stunning photos of golden maple trees. We will also bring back our iconic Halloween Grow in the Dark photoshoot and Christmas Lights photography.