Fall 2022 – Virtual & In-person Classes

Creative Art Exploration
Instructor: Michelle Champlin
Tuesdays 4-5pm
September 6 – November 8
Vitual T(w)eens ages 10-13 (a Step Up to The Mix class)


Come have some fun in this ultimate creative arts class which combines both imagination and inspiration from real-world images.  We will be inventing imaginary scenes, creating intricate abstract works of art, and making the mundane extraordinary using both drawing and painting techniques.  On our journey we will explore some of the elements and principles of art, which are foundational pillars of a visual arts education.  This class aids in the development of visual art skills, which can help prepare students for entering visual arts high schools and beyond.
Materials needed:  basic sketch paper, basic set of colored pencils (including black), number 2 pencil, eraser, pencil sharpener, basic watercolor paint set, watercolor paper, a few various sized paint brushes, and at least one flat paint brush. (Materials for Creative Art Exploration are the same materials used for Painting the Planet).

For questions about this program or problems registering, please contact sfrpdatthemix@gmail.com.


Painting the Planet 
Instructor: Michelle Champlin
Tuesdays 5-6pm
September 6 – November 8
Virtual Teens 13-18

Come explore the vast landscapes of planet earth through painting.  We will look at striking images of deserts, rainforests, sunsets, ocean scenes, and more in our process of creating unique works of art using basic watercolor painting and drawing techniques.  On our journey we will explore some of the elements and principles of art, which are foundational pillars of a visual arts education.  This class aids in the development of visual art skills, which can deepen secondary visual arts education.
Materials needed:  basic sketch paper, basic set of colored pencils (including black), number 2 pencil, eraser, pencil sharpener, basic watercolor paint set, watercolor paper, a few various sized paint brushes, and at least one flat paint brush. (Materials for Painting the Planet are the same materials used for Creative Art Exploration).

For questions about this program or problems registering, please contact sfrpdatthemix@gmail.com.


Portfolio – In person @ The Mix
Instructor: Barbara Pollak
Tuesdays 5-6pm
September 6 – November 8
In Person Teens 13-18

Planning to apply to Ruth Asawa SOTA or OSA (Oakland School of the Arts) for Visual Art? Need a portfolio but not sure where to start?  This special workshop will help you get a jump on your drawing portfolio, polish your skills and boost your confidence.  We’ll focus on still life, figure drawing, portraits, proportions, hands and faces. All materials provided.

We ask that you are able to attend all classes every week.

For questions about this program or problems registering, please contact sfrpdatthemix@gmail.com.


Animation 1/2 T(w)een
Instructor: Allen Paul
Wednesdays 4-5pm
September 7 – November 9
Virtual T(w)eens ages 10-13 (a Step Up to The Mix class)

Learn to navigate through Blender to create your own models, characters, and animations.  Blender is a free and open-source 3D creation suite.  More information about Blender at:  https://www.blender.org/download. This class will be taught virtually using Zoom – the class link will be shared the day of the class.

For questions about this program or problems registering, please contact sfrpdatthemix@gmail.com.


Animation 1/2
Instructor: Allen Paul
Wednesdays 5-6pm
September 7 – November 9
Virtual Teens 13-18

Learn to navigate through Blender to create your own models, characters, and animations.  Blender is a free and open-source 3D creation suite.  More information about Blender at:  https://www.blender.org/download. This class will be taught virtually using Zoom – the class link will be shared the day of the class.

For questions about this program or problems registering, please contact sfrpdatthemix@gmail.com.


Advanced Blender Workshop
Instructor:  Allen Paul
Thursdays 5-6pm
September 8 – November 10
Virtual Teens 13-18

Where do the teens go after learning how to model, rig, and animate in Blender?  Advanced Animation Workshop.
We go over what teens are creating and all work together to help each other out.  We finesse building rigs, try new animation techniques, and model the next video game.  This is an all-level, open workshop for devotees. Student must have Blender already downloaded onto your computer before the first class. https://www.blender.org/download This class will be taught virtually using Zoom

For questions about this program or problems registering, please contact sfrpdatthemix@gmail.com.