
March 2020
POSTPONED: LARGE FORMAT CAMERA DEMONSTRATION
Join Eliot Dudik, Lecturer in Photography, Department of Art & Art History at William & Mary, for an introduction to the large format camera, and its abilities in producing a portrait. After capturing an image, film will be processed, and the group will gather in the darkroom to see a finished print emerge from the operation. Members, W&M Students, Faculty and Staff: $125 | Non-Members: $150 | Please note that space is limited to 15 participants, and advance registration is required.
Find out more »September 2020
STEPS TO BETTER PORTRAIT DRAWING
Join the Muscarelle’s Director of Engagement Steve Prince in this two-day virtual workshop. All materials will be provided, all skill levels are welcome; just bring your imagination! In this two-day virtual workshop, participants will learn a conceptual formula for creating successful portraits in charcoal. Students will learn proportion and shading techniques of the human head. The instructor will issue a supply list for all participants to purchase and follow along in the virtual classroom. This class is open to teens and adults. Workshop fee: Muscarelle Members, W&M Staff, Faculty, and Students $25 | Non-Members $40 | Please note that space is limited to 25…
Find out more »October 2020
PICTURE ME!
In this exciting virtual workshop presented as part of An Occasion for the Arts, Steve Prince will teach participants how to draw the human face with easy step by step instructions. Prince will also cover basic shading techniques, which will allow participants to draw with more accuracy! All you will need to participate is an internet connection, a pencil/pen, and paper! Members, W&M Faculty, Staff, and Students: $10 Non-Members: $25 Only 30 spots, so be sure to grab your ticket now!
Find out more »AOFTA CHILDREN’S WORKSHOPS
Enjoy two free virtual children's workshops with Steve Prince on Sunday October 4 at 12 PM and 2:30 PM! Join us on An Occasion for the Arts live presented by Wells Fargo Advisors: https://aofta.org/workshops/ In these workshops, participants will create popular cartoon and anime characters, and the fundamentals of making your own original creations. Students will learn basic figure drawing skills and how to create expressive characters that emerge from the page!
Find out more »THE WORLD IS A CARTOON PART I: Character Building
In this workshop participants will create popular cartoon and anime characters, and the fundamentals of making your own original creations. Students will learn basic figure drawing skills and how to create expressive characters that emerge from the page! The instructor will issue a supply list for all participants to purchase and follow along in the virtual classroom. This class is open to ages 10 and up. Members, W&M Faculty, Staff, and Students: $10 Non-Members: $25 Only 20 spots, so be sure to grab your ticket now!
Find out more »THE WORLD IS A CARTOON PART II: Story Telling
In this workshop participants will learn how to create comic strips with original characters. Students will employ basic story telling techniques to create a world for their characters to live in. The instructor will issue a supply list for all participants to purchase and follow along in the virtual classroom. This class is open to ages 10 and up. Members, W&M Faculty, Staff, and Students: $10 Non-Members: $25 Only 20 spots, so be sure to grab your ticket now!
Find out more »November 2020
LIONS, TIGERS, AND BEARS, OH MY!: Drawing Animals
In this workshop participants will learn how to create cute, cuddly, and ferocious animals step by step. The principles taught in this class will enable you to make beautiful portraits of your personal animal or animals from around the world! The instructor will issue a supply list for all participants to purchase and follow along in the virtual classroom. This class is open to ages 10 and up. Members, W&M Faculty, Staff, and Students: $10 Non-Members: $25 Only 20 spots, so be sure to grab your ticket now!
Find out more »February 2021
MUSCARELLE EXPLORATIONS | Art Therapy Workshop
Sarah Balascio, a registered board certified art therapist and adjunct lecturer at William & Mary’s McLeod Tyler Wellness Center, will lead three virtual workshops to help participants explore feelings and work on relaxation. The focus will be on expressing ourselves through the arts in a supportive and mindful environment. All are welcome to attend and no experience is necessary – just a willingness to experiment!
Find out more »PRINTMAKING IN THE KITCHEN
Participants will learn how to create relief linoleum cuts utilizing traditional carving tools in the comfort of your home! The instructor will offer history of relief printing, and detailed demonstrations. We will cover idea development, compositional skills, safe carving techniques, techniques of printing without a press, how to create an edition of prints, and studio practice! This workshop is open to artists of all skill levels interested in improving their ability in drawing and printmaking. Muscarelle Members, W&M Staff, Faculty, Students: $10 Non-Members: $25 Materials List
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