Create images that tell a story! Using Wacom tablets and pens, create a series of digital paintings of your chosen subject matter to include in your portfolio.June 16-20, 2025, W*009
Learn animation fundamentals. Develop and enhance your hand-drawing techniques and apply your skills to computer animation software.June 16-20, 2025, W*006
Discover the art of darkroom photography in this hands-on course. Learn to photograph with film cameras, develop your own negatives, and create beautiful black-and-white prints. Explore the fundamentals of composition, exposure, and manual camera techniques while experimenting with creative processes in the darkroom.June 16-20, 2025, C*007
Create short videos using Adobe After Effects. Learn essential animation skills including key framing , compositing and working with layers and more.June 23-27, 2025, W*004
Design, sew and walk away using your own handbag, messenger bag or tote. Students will learn basic accessories making skills including construction and industrial sewing. LOCATION: TAUBMAN CENTERJune 23-27, 2025, T*913A
Hit the road and visit some of the coolest places in Detroit. Learn essential drawing skills, line, perspective, light and shadowing while documenting what you see in. Students may work with a variety of drawing implements: pens, pencils, markers, etc.June 23-27, 2025, W*215
Design and sew your own simple garment. Learn how to draft a flat pattern using your measurements and properly cut fabric. LOCATION: TAUBMAN CENTERJune 23-27, 2025, T*913B
Learn the basics of graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign for both print and web design applications. LOCATION: TAUBMAN CENTERJune 23-27, 2025, T*610
Capture the vibrant people and places of Detroit such as Eastern Market and the Dequindre Cut and experiment in CCS state of the art photo studios. Learn to enhance your images through post-processing using Adobe Photoshop to craft your own visual style.June 23-27, 2025, W*009
Create your own character for a game or animation in three dimensions. Learn the basics of Blender, a powerful 3D design tool that is used by the gaming, animation and film industries.July 7-11, 2025, W*004
Paint a picture using fundamental painting techniques and non-toxic materials. Students may select their own subject matter or work from a still life that is provided. Students will visit the Detroit Institute of Arts to find inspiration for their own work.July 7-11, 2025, B*304
Explore metal shop techniques of welding, brazing, cutting and forming, and use them to build metal sculptures out of scrap metal and found objects. Ages 16+July 7-11, 2025
ONLINE. Create your own characters and the world they live in. Draw your characters with a variety of facial expressions, poses, outfits, environments and more.July 7-11, 2025, ONL
ONLINE The class will cover the essential drawing, sketching, and rendering skills automotive designers need to demonstrate their vision. Students will create a concept vehicle for the year 2055.July 7-11, 2025, ONL
Create your own cartoon characters and the world they live in. Draw your characters with a variety of moods, facial expressions and dynamic gestures using a digital tablet and pen.July 14-18, 2025, W*313A and W*313B
Learn essential metalsmithing techniques to create wearable works of art. Explore casting and etching as well as develop patinas for your unique jewelry pieces. Basic metals and supplies will be provided.July 14-18, 2025, B*211
Learn the basics of wheel throwing and hand building to create your own functional and decorative ceramics. Students will create multiple pieces and explore different glazing techniques.July 21-25, 2025, C*110
Focus on the essential skills needed to create more realistic portraits such as proportions, line, and lighting. Students will work from a live, clothed model during parts of the course and visit the Detroit Institute of Arts.July 21-25, 2025, W*215
Learn the art of screen printing and use your own design to create multiple prints! Create a series of works on paper for your portfolio and a hand printed t-shirt!July 21-25, 2025, B*208
Bring a screenplay, video game concept or animated series idea to life by envisioning sets, props, characters and/or special effects. Create artwork that demonstrates your vision in two dimensions.July 28, 2025 to August 1, 2025, W*213
Create the next Fortnite using CCS' state-of-the-art facilities. Explore the process of making role-playing video games, from ideation and story development to creating a basic map using Unreal Engine.July 28, 2025 to August 1, 2025, W*010
Present your best portfolio for college admissions to maximize your scholarship potential. Select a drawing piece to focus on throughout this class with coaching from a professional instructor. Students may bring their portfolio to the first and last day of class to receive professional guidance.July 28, 2025 to August 1, 2025, W*215
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