Page 4 - De Anza Summer Academy 2024

July 1-26
GRADES 6-8
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
These four-week classes will be taught in person on the De Anza College campus.
ART AND DESIGN
DRAWING AND PAINTING
Entering Grades 6-8 – Bring original ideas to life, as you develop artistic confidence and build your technical
and creative talents! Using a range of media, students will explore drawing and painting from observation and the imagination. They’ll learn how to do more detailed renderings, explore techniques including cross-hatching and stippling, and create captivating compositions.
STUDIO ART AND SCULPTURE
Entering Grades 6-8 – Design and create 2D and 3D artwork, as you expand your observational, analytical and creative thinking skills! From drawing and painting to sculpture and clay, students will explore a variety of media and techniques. They’ll view works by notable artists around the world and develop their own style. By the end of the session, they’ll have several original works of art and the knowledge and skills to create more on their own.
COMPUTER
PAINTING, DRAWING AND DESIGN
Entering Grades 6-8 – Explore the secrets to drawing
and painting what you see! In a focused studio atmosphere, students will learn and practice important drawing, painting and design techniques, while building observational and creative thinking skills. Lessons will include multipoint perspective and depicting shadow and light sources as well as creating dynamic compositions and content.
Art and Design courses are offered in partnership with the Euphrat Museum of Art
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Register at deanza.edu/academy
For questions, email communityeducation@deanza.edu