This experiential art class invites students to explore creativity inspired by the natural world through outdoor artistic projects. From January to May, students will venture outside each week in Raleigh, North Carolina, to gather natural materials—leaves, twigs, flowers, seeds, and stones—to create collages, land art, sculptures, and botanical prints. Each session emphasizes observation, environmental appreciation, and creative expression, encouraging students to connect deeply with their surroundings while developing artistic techniques through guided and collaborative projects. Throughout the seasons, students will explore themes of texture, color, and growth using nature’s palette. Projects include leaf and flower collages, twig sculptures, botanical prints, stone mandalas, nature journals, seasonal mobiles, and eco-friendly dyeing. The course follows the rhythm of the environment—from winter’s focus on form and texture to spring’s celebration of renewal and color—helping students cultivate mindfulness, artistry, and an awareness of the beauty and balance found in nature.

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Students use a recipe they can re-create at home to make their own air-dry clay. They will use that to explore different ways to create small sculptures. Once their sculptures are dry, they will paint and finish them.

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This class will offer a fresh and engaging approach, departing from the conventional art lesson. Students will not only learn fundamental concepts and techniques in art and design but also learn how to creatively express their thoughts and ideas. Through collaborative projects across various art media and other subjects, students will experience new and diverse creative endeavors. It will broaden their creative perspectives and thinking while exploring and discovering their own artistic voice. All you need is an open mind to enjoy the class.

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In this nature photography class, students will spend time outside learning how to take great photos of plants, animals, and landscapes. They’ll practice using their cameras or phones to capture interesting details and beautiful scenes. Through fun activities, students will get creative and learn new ways to see the world around them. This class helps students build photography skills while enjoying the outdoors and exploring nature.

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Portrait Photography Class Learn how to take creative and eye-catching portraits of people, pets, and even everyday objects! In this hands-on class, students will explore the basics of lighting, posing, and composition while practicing with their own cameras or phones. Whether you’re capturing a friend’s smile, your pet’s personality, or giving objects their own “story,” this class is all about seeing the world in a new way and expressing your creativity through photography. No fancy equipment needed—just bring your curiosity and a camera!

Please Note: Lunch is required for all who have 2nd & 3rd period classes. Please add the correct lunch to your cart before checking out.  If we notice that it is not added, we will add it as a separate invoice to you.

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This class will offer a fresh and engaging approach, departing from the conventional art lesson. Students will not only learn fundamental concepts and techniques in art and design but also learn how to creatively express their thoughts and ideas. Through collaborative projects across various art media and other subjects, students will experience new and diverse creative endeavors. It will broaden their creative perspectives and thinking while exploring and discovering their own artistic voice. All you need is an open mind to enjoy the class.

Please Note: Lunch is required for all who have 2nd & 3rd period classes. Please add the correct lunch to your cart before checking out.  If we notice that it is not added, we will add it as a separate invoice to you.

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Ready to level up your drawing skills? With this class we will work on techniques and skills to get you ready for the next steps in your art, creating a foundation of skills for you to make your best work. Each week we will focus on different techniques, exercises, and materials to create a variety of pieces to showcase at the end of the semester.

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Learn to draw your favorite video game and card game characters in this colorful and pixel-perfect class. Each week we will look into different kinds of games and art styles, drawing and breaking down what it takes to make anything from Minecraft skins to pokemon cards.

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