UC Mixed Media: Adventurous Sketchbooks

Turn your sketchbook into an unforgettable visual journal! In this creative mixed media class, students will explore drawing, collage, pop-ups, hand lettering, and layered materials to design imaginative, interactive sketchbook pages inspired by weekly word prompts.

Let’s turn your sketchbook into an unforgettable visual journal! 

In this highly creative mixed media class, students will learn how to tell stories with layers, combining materials to develop rich, interactive sketchbook spreads. We’ll reimagine observational drawing and painting by designing inventive pages with cutout windows, playful collage, hand-drawn lettering, charming pop-ups, and more!

Each week, the instructor will share examples of creative visual journal techniques, and give students an imaginative word prompt to spark ideas for their next pages. Students will be able to work at their own pace, with options to start a new project every week if they wish, or to continue building on favorite projects from earlier weeks. Students will receive support and encouragement to try new mediums and techniques, but are also free to work in their own favorite creative styles.

This sketchbook class is for artists ages 12+. Those who register should have a strong interest in drawing and collage, but do not need to be highly experienced. Class time will pass by quickly! Students should be engaged in their projects, and able to maintain a focused environment during work time. 

Monthly Topic Breakdown:

Week 1-3: People (ex: characters, settings, culture) 

Week 4-6: Nature (ex: animals, plants, seasons)

Week 7-9: Technology (ex: discoveries, inventions, travel)

Week 10-12: Dreams (ex: imagination, goals, memories) 

Skills Taught in This Class:

-Observational drawing techniques

-Mixed media layering

-Creative page design and composition

-Collage techniques

-Hand-drawn lettering techniques

-Interactive paper engineering

-Creative problem-solving and idea development 

Supply List:

- One simple unlined sketchbook *smaller than 8x10 inches (something like this: https://a.co/d/059Ft3TU) 

- A few mechanical or #2 pencils with erasers

- Glue stick

- Ruler

THERE WILL BE NO CLASSES THE WEEK OF THANKSGIVING!!!!

LOCATION IN UTAH COUNTY:

Highland Community Center

5378 W 10400 N St., Highland, UT 84003

Search for "Highland Community Center" for easiest directions.

INSTRUCTOR:
This class is taught by Addie Vawdrey. Learn more about our instructors at https://www.visualartinstitute.org/art-faculty

DROP-INS:

This class IS open for drop-in students. Students can register online for a specific date or purchase a Flex Pass. Everyone is responsible for bringing their supplies for the class.

REFUND POLICY:

We are only able to offer refunds up to 2 weeks before the start of class. We do not offer refunds or credits or make-up classes to students who miss class.

TRANSFER POLICY:

We may be able to transfer you to a different class depending on space availability.

CLASS CANCELLATION:

We find that students learn better in larger groups. If we feel the number of registrations is too low to promote a good learning environment, we may cancel the class. In the event we cancel a class, we will reach out to you as soon as possible.

TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

We try to make our classes as accessible to everyone as possible. We are able to offer a limited number of tuition assistance scholarships each term. You can complete an application on our website or call our office for assistance applying. Applications are available in Spanish and English.

MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNT:

When you register for more than one class, you can receive a discount up to 10% per class! You must call and register through the front office for this discount.

ADA ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONS:

Our classrooms are ADA accessible. Some courses may involve tasks or activities that may be difficult for individuals with limited strength, difficulty bending over, and sitting or standing for long periods of time. We are happy to work with students to find solutions to make their experience positive and doable. For example, wheel throwing takes arm strength and bending over the wheel. Students may work on hand-building projects instead of throwing. Please reach out to our office to discuss your needs.

DIFFICULTY REGISTERING?

Please call our main office for assistance! 801.474.3796 or email us at [email protected]