2531 E. Lehigh Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19125
P 215.427.1514
F 215.427.1524
At the conclusion of each workshop there will be a showing of the students work for family & friends.
In this course, students will start with some drawing basics like anatomy, gesture, facial expression, and environment. Then they will expand and combine these ideas with an imaginative approach to create their own characters that can be used in comics, animation, children’s books, and other forms of cartooning.
This class will offer children the opportunity to experience the joys of learning about many different art forms from various cultures around the world. Students will construct projects based on the traditions and concepts of each unique culture including Mexican “Day of the Dead” mask, Celtic knot-work bookmarks, Native American gourd paintings and more.
In this course students will learn the fundamental of painting. Beginning with color theory and following through with completed compositions. Students will embark on their own paintings from impressionist landscapes to still-lives set up in the studio.
Students learn basic acting skills like: speech, movement/pantomime, improvisation and character development through the use of theatre games, monologue and scene work. Students study the importance of listening and reacting, character, relationship, environment, and space. Students become aware of staging themselves in front of an audience as well as developing strong speaking, acting and presentation skills while also building self-confidence. The course will also include several presentations through the year leading up to a showcase performed at the end of the school year.
Through experimentation with various materials and methods, children will develop their art-making skills while focusing on individuality and self-expression. Students will learn pieces of art history to inspire 2D and 3D projects working with drawing, painting, and mixed media. Projects include a dream box, 2D self-portrait, imaginative puppet, abstract flowerpot, identity mask and a personal picture frame.
Learn techniques from basic beading to pearl knotting. Explore the history of jewelry, stone identification, wire wrapping, and basic repair. Gain the experience and confidience to design and create on your on.
Art history will be our inspiration as we explore: line, shape, color, pattern, space, form, etc. Projects such as drawing, watercolor, collage and printmaking will illustrate these new concepts to our young artists. This class is for both beginner and advanced young artists.
Interested in sharing an entertaining evening with your family? Join us for a weekly art class in which you can participate with your child and create art together. Art history and techniques are presented for both ages group (child and adult). Your family will leave each week with quality time and a finished project!
This is a crash course on graphic storytelling and sequential art. Students will learn how to use panels, captions, and all the other elements of comics and graphic novels to tell the stories they want to tell. When finished, students will walk away with a finished comic book of their very own and the know-how to create their own comics in the future.
How to play, practice, and use the guitar. Fundamentals of song writing and use of voice include free in this workshop. Music is a language and the guitar a tool for that language. This workshop will provide everything the student needs to pave a life long musical path. Please join us for the experience of music through the guitar.
**Private Lessons also available. By appointment only at $24 per hour lesson.
Beginning Steel Band offers students the opportunity to learn to play the steel pan in a group setting. Students will be introduced to pan performance through a combination of reading music and the traditional Trinidadian rote method. Students will also be exposed to current to steel pan recordings and discuss the history of this family of instruments. By the end of the 5 session course students will be ready to perform a short recital. No previous musical experience is necessary. ALL instruments will be provided.
In this class students will begin making mosaic works of art from day one! No prior experience necessary. Using various ceramic and glass tiles, broken dishes, mirror, river rocks, etc. students will create mosaics on objects of different shapes and sizes including but not limited to: boxes, mirror frames, earthen pots, a piece furniture of the students choice. At course end students will feel confident using the materials and tools of the trade and be ready to tackle projects independently! Additional materials fees may apply, inquire upon registration.
Do you have beautiful or memorable photos, but you’re not sure what to do with them? Maybe you enjoy scrap booking, but you hate that your hard work sits hidden in a book. Photomontage is a course designed to combine crafting, photography and assemblage techniques to make custom works of art that showcase these photos. This class is for all skill levels and requires no previous experiences. All necessary materials are based on individual designs. Additional materials fees may apply, inquire upon registration.
This course aims to get you engaged in the language of music. All levels of musical understanding are welcome, even first-timers. During the course we will learn: Timing and general sense of rhythm – how to work with the metronome, counts and music; Use of Voice - Singing, Character voices, Public speaking, Articulation and discovering unique sounds.; Instruments - Become familiar with and playing a bunch of different instruments; Chords, Melody and Rhythm - Everything you will need to create, play and read music; Songwriting - Methods, Style and Judgment; The Performance - Live Performance With Enthusiasm and how to interact with the Sound engineer.
Learn the basics of drawing realistic human and animal portraits. Basics of portrait drawing will be reviewed including gesture and implied movement; approaching portraits from different angles, profile, and traditional and full figure. Bring a 12-inch x 18 inch drawing pad, pencil, eraser, and an open mind to the first class. Photographic reference material will be utilized later in the semester.
Beginning Steel Band offers students the opportunity to learn to play the steel pan in a group setting. Students will be introduced to pan performance through a combination of reading music and the traditional Trinidadian rote method. Students will also be exposed to current to steel pan recordings and discuss the history of this family of instruments. By the end of the 5 session course students will be ready to perform a short recital. No previous musical experience is necessary. ALL instruments will be provided.
Students will learn how to make Roman Chain with Sterling Silver wire. Links will be hand made by fusing and annealing. Use of a mini kiln and mini torch will be taught. Different patterns will be examined, and the history of Roman Chains will be explored. Students will leave the class with at least a finished bracelet or necklace. Work may be done at home in between classes. Amount of finished pieces depends on Student. Additional materials fees may apply, inquire upon registration.
This class will offer children the opportunity to experience the joys of learning about many different art forms from various cultures around the world. Students will construct projects based on the traditions and concepts of each unique culture including Indian block printing and fabric stamping, Celtic Knot work and Symbol painting, Eastern European Egg painting, West African coil bowls and more.
Learn basic watercolor techniques and basic color theory using step-by-step. More advanced students may work on individual projects or paint along with the class. Basic drawing skills are suggested but not necessary. The following supplies will be required for this class: sketchbook, watercolor paper cold press 120lb, watercolor in tubes or pans, mixing trays or white dinner plates, watercolor brushes- 2 round (4/5, 10/12) and 2 flats (½” & 1”), 2 jars or plastic cups and cloth towel.
In this class students will begin making mosaic works of art from day one! No prior experience necessary. Using various ceramic and glass tiles, broken dishes, mirror, river rocks, etc. students will create mosaics on objects of different shapes and sizes including but not limited to: boxes, mirror frames, earthen pots, a piece furniture of the students choice. At course end students will feel confident using the materials and tools of the trade and be ready to tackle projects independently! Additional materials fees may apply, inquire upon registration.
Explore various methods of combining arts and crafts to make creative keepsakes and gifts. Through experimenting with hand sewing, painting, beadwork, personal photographs and other mixed media you'll create a wide variety of things to express your new and old skills, creativity and personality. Whether you've been sewing, painting, or making crafts all your life, or just always wanted to, you'll develop new techniques to use with your unique skills. Complete projects like a story telling flowerpot, mini memory "quilt"(does not require but can use sewing) and a relief collage picture frame. Additional materials fees may apply, inquire upon registration.
Do you have beautiful or memorable photos, but you’re not sure what to do with them? Maybe you enjoy scrap booking, but you hate that your hard work sits hidden in a book. Photomontage is a course designed to combine crafting, photography and assemblage techniques to make custom works of art that showcase these photos. This class is for all skill levels and requires no previous experiences. All necessary materials are based on individual designs. Additional materials fees may apply, inquire upon registration.
Explore the principals of design and the elements of art through art projects presented in easy to understand step-by-step instruction. Art history will be our inspiration as we explore: line, shape, color, pattern, space, form, etc. This class is geared toward beginning adult artists and may include some live model projects.
Gather your friends, family, wine and cheese and come to Portside for some great Art Projects, Fun, Laughs and Good Conversation. Must be 21 years old.
Come Learn the ancient and no so ancient art of belly dance. Spend one hour of dancing, fun, and fitness. Please wear comfortable clothing and flat shoes (non-rubber sole shoes or ballet slippers work best). Bring water and something to wrap around hips (a sarong or scarf). Beginners and intermediates only.