Makers Unite! These interactive classes "put all the pieces" together on core STEAM-based subjects. Balancing individual creation with collaborative projects, these dynamic opportunities afford the perfect balance of agency, expression, and collaboration. Each class culminates with a final project to share with family and friends based on the theme.
Stop Motion Animation | April 6th - May 18th, 2024 | Saturdays 3:15pm - 4:45pm
Last Day to Register: March 29th, 2024
In this seven week hands-on Stop Motion adventure, we'll delve into the process behind bringing animation to life using digital photography.
Developing skills in the art of storyboarding, scaled set building, molding, and more, every 90 minute class is sure to have you reeling! What better way to build your stop motion creations than through the enchanting world of LEGO. Brick by brick, we’re tackling mini worlds through the lens of minifigs. Stack and snap your scenes and watch your plastic people come to life.
Join us in the final class, where family and friends are invited to view original stop motion reels!
No Longer Accepting Registration for Creators: SportsLab
Equation Expeditions | January 27th - March 16th, 2024 | Saturdays 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Last Day to Register: Friday, January 19th
Join us for an 8 week unparalleled experience where math isn't just a subject; it's the key to unlocking hidden mysteries and creating fantastic treasures. For 75 minutes each session, Makers students take the lead solving riddles, collecting clues, and navigating scavenger hunts, all while making tangible creations at every twist and turn of the journey. Witness the magic as young minds solve the ultimate clue, showcasing their mastery in an exhilarating conclusion that adults won't want to miss!
No Longer Accepting Registration for Makers: Equation Expeditions
Stop Motion Commotion | January 27th - March 16th, 2024 | Saturdays 3:00pm to 4:15pm
Last Day to Register: Friday, January 19th
For 8 weeks, each 75 minute class is a chapter in your animation saga, where characters spring to life, and narratives unfold through the mesmerizing dance of frames. Venture into the heart of storytelling as you explore the art of stop motion animation. Through hands-on exploration, learn the secrets of stop motion, turning your creative visions into cinematic realities. Get ready for a reel treat! Friends and family are invited to join us for our last class and witness the magic of stop motion as our creative minds unveil their animated compositions.
No Longer Accepting Registration for Makers: Stop Motion Commotion
Animation Makers | October 14th - December 16th, 2023 | Saturdays 3pm - 4:15pm
Enter the world of story in this one-of-a-kind introduction to the fundamentals of animation. Utilizing a variety of methodologies, MAKERS will create an original animated character, dig into the history of the art form, and play with the technological tools necessary to bring their character to life. Over the course of multiple weeks, students will examine the process of bringing an animated story to the screen and share their work with family and friends at the culmination of class.
No Longer Accepting Registration for Makers: Animation Makers
Scholarship Support
We are also proud to offer need-based Scholarship Support!
If you are in need of increased support, we invite you to complete this Scholarship Application (Scholarship Application Coming Soon) for consideration. Your request will be processed in a timely manner; the typical turnaround time is one week after your application is submitted.
Further Questions or Dialogue?
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