Past Events › Shared Art Making
April 2022
Artist Residency Open Studio
Join us for a FREE Open Studio event featuring Crosstown Arts resident artists Jasmine Marie, Lucy Wang, Richard Echols, Kate Roberts, Brandon Blvd., Gunter Gaupp, and John Rash.
November 2019
Big Blank Book: Traditionally Sewn Paper Case Bookbinding Workshop
Learn the art of traditionally sewn paper case bookbinding from artist Rory Golden in this Shared Art Making Workshop.
Big Blank Sketchbook: Long Stitch Bookbinding Workshop
Learn the art of long stitch bookbinding from artist Rory Golden in this Shared Art Making Workshop.
July 2019
Object of Sketch: CNC File Making and Prototyping
A class focusing on demystifying computer-aided crafting and small-scale industrial design using CAD (Computer Aided Design) and CNC routers.
This seminar will include:
– CNC Basics and File Workflows (Illustrator, Rhino, AutoCaD, G-Code, etc.)
– Use of CNC in the Shared Art Making Space
– Project Demos
May 2019
Object of Sketch: CNC File Making and Prototyping
A class focusing on demystifying computer-aided crafting and small-scale industrial design using CAD (Computer Aided Design) and CNC routers.
This seminar will include:
– CNC Basics and File Workflows (Illustrator, Rhino, AutoCaD, G-Code, etc.)
– Use of CNC in the Shared Art Making Space
– Project Demos
February 2019
LED Flashlight: Intro to Soldering for Electronics
Soldering is at the core of every electronics project. In this class we will learn how to solder a point-to-point LED flashlight/hanging lamp. Instructors Gino and Diana Barzizza will show you tips and tricks to get you started on your journey into DIY electronics. Class includes introduction to electrical theory (Voltage, Amperage, Resistance) and hands-on building of a LED flash circuit using resistors, switches, LEDs and batteries. In the world of DIY electronics there is always something more to learn. This class is a first in a series in which students will build on their skills. Great class for beginners.
Photoshop Beginner’s Class — Line Art
What is a pixel? What is a vector? Where does one start when making art in photoshop? Instructor and School of Visual Arts MFA Gino Barzizza will explain the in-depth world of digital art production.
Gino will walk you through his method influenced by comic book production and traditional animation techniques. The class will include How to Get Started, Tools, Importing Images into Photoshop, Layers and Layer Properties, Pixel vs. Vector, Printing, and Line Art Coloring … Gino style.
Zines 101: Cut & Paste
Join us in a night of making simple zines! Come prepared with information you want to spread. Maybe you want to make a giant collage, or write out reasons your best friend is wonderful, or list tips on getting through a gloomy day, or draw all of your favorite animal friends. We will do some brainstorming and then see a short demo. Then we will spend the majority of our time making an eight-page quarter-size zine.
Photography Discussion
Photography sharing event open to all interested in discussing the shooting and editing process of photography. Jamie Harmon will be sharing his methods, accidents, and all sorts of art talk. Please come and bring a flash drive of images, web-link, or actual prints to talk about. We will share our failures and success.
Photoshop Beginner’s Class — Digital Collage
What is a pixel? What is a vector? Where does one start when making art in photoshop? Instructor and School of Visual Arts MFA Gino Barzizza will explain the in-depth world of digital art production.
Gino will walk you through his method influenced by comic book production and traditional animation techniques. The class will include How to Get Started, Tools, Importing Images into Photoshop, Layers and Layer Properties, Pixel vs. Vector, Printing, and Line Art Coloring … Gino style.