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The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Have fun in the kitchen over winter break! Young teens ages 12 to 16 will experiment with approachable-yet-sophisticated menus that they'll enjoy re-creating at home for family and friends. Your teen will learn the basics of knife skills, cooking and baking techniques, and organizing prep work. Day One: Italian Holiday Chicken Saltimbocca (Sautéed Chicken with Prosciutto, Provolone and Sage) with Lemon-Caper Sauce Risotto...
Create works of art inspired by artists and art movements as we explore art throughout history. Get to know a different art movement and medium at the beginning of each day., followed by hands-on art making to utilize visual and tactile learning to build deeper understanding of art history and the artistic process. We will cover art from around 500 BCE to present, and include works from all over the world. Projects include Grecian ceramic vase,...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Would you like to buy your milk while inside a milk bottle-shaped building? Learn what mimetic architecture is, looking at celebrated buildings from around the world. Explore the field of architecture and design through fun examples and hands-on practice. Specifically, finding inspiration from everyday life; gaining critical thinking and problem-solving skills through building an architecture model. We will start with sketching and observation,...
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Experiment with 2D and 3D media, which may include drawing, painting, assemblage, weaving, sculpture and more! Ideal for campers who are ready to get messy and to express themselves creatively, surveying different media that can be used as a creative outlet. New projects each week; siblings or quarantine buddies are encouraged to take the camp together! In-person camp (with reduced capacity) closely following Restore Illinois guidelines. ...
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square
Have fun in the kitchen over Thanksgiving break, and learn how to prepare seasonal and festive desserts perfect for this time of year! Young teens ages 12 to 16 will discover new recipes they'll enjoy re-creating at home for family and friends. They will build their confidence in the kitchen and learn approachable-yet-sophisticated baking and pastry techniques, how to work cleanly and stay organized in the kitchen. Menu: Apple Butter Donut...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Bring your ideas to interactive life with video games! Get grounded in the basics of coding using Scratch, and become familiar with the foundations of game design, all to create your very own simple computer games. Scratch is a free software available online, so students can bring what they learn in class home.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Discover digital photography by taking photos during class and editing them using Adobe Photoshop. Explore composition, exposure, digital editing and inkjet printing to understand what photography is, and to develop your own individual style. By the end of the week you will have digital files and a select number of prints to share. Required Materials: Bring your own digital camera and flash drive if you have one, or a camera and flash drive...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Use the painting techniques of various well-known artists as a jumping off point for your own work. Develop your acrylic painting skills while learning how various artists stylistically approach portrait painting. For 5 of the classes, we will have a live clothed model. Some of the artists we will look to for inspiration will be include Frida Kahlo, Vincent van Gogh, Chuck Close and Gustav Klimt.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn to express your ideas through cartooning. Drawing techniques, expressions, perspective for backgrounds, composition, story lines and animation will be explored. Those returning can work on individual projects with guidance.
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Create works inspired by some the of the masters of abstract art, such as Georgia O’Keeffe, Jasper Johns, Pablo Picasso and Anslem Kiefer. Look outside the art world to develop an appreciation for abstraction in nature, experimenting with strategies to bring nature influences into your artwork. Develop your drawing and painting skills to experiment with ways to use composition, color exploration, texture and pattern to create amazing works...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Intended for more experienced photographers (ideally who have taken photography at EAC before). Build your photography skills and add to your confidence. If you have a manual camera, explore analog photography. Learn more advanced Photoshop skills that will make your photos pop. No cameras are provided. Campers will select 5 prints to be printed on EAC’s photo ink jet printers, which will be mailed following the camp. Campers must have access...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn the basics of fashion design and construction techniques! Campers will repurpose, create sewing patterns, explore surface design, and construct basic garments on the sewing machine. You will complete at least one look throughout the course of the week. Jazz up your existing wardrobe with embellishment creations such as ruffles, fabric florals, patch designs, and add-ons using your own fabric manipulation textures. Top it off with...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Learn about a famous artist, studying different techniques, mediums and styles. Use one of their pieces to inspire your own masterpiece! Some topics covered: acrylics, watercolors, drawing, landscape, still-life, abstract art, color, perspective, mixed media, and art history. During some sessions, the class accompanied by the instructor may go to a nearby park to draw from nature or other outdoor surroundings.
In this class young fashion designers learn how to draw the fashion figure and illustrate their own fashion designs. Using markers, colored pencils and watercolors, students design and illustrate a women’s clothing collection. Aspiring fashion designers will learn about selecting a design theme, colors and fabrics. The final project will be a look book of finished designs.
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square
Have fun in the kitchen over Thanksgiving break, and learn how to prepare seasonal and festive desserts perfect for this time of year! Budding chefs ages 7 to 11 years old will learn fundamental kitchen skills focusing on measuring, mixing, working cleanly, and working safely in the kitchen, all while exploring new and exciting baking and pastry techniques. Menu: Hot Cocoa Cupcakes with Marshmallow-Peppermint Frosting Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies...
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Food in small packages is a worldwide phenomenon! Kids, ages 7-11, are invited to join us for a hands-on class preparing and devouring delicious dumplings of all shapes, sizes and ethnicities. Menu: Black Beans and Cheese Empanadas Spanakopita (Spinach and Feta Phyllo Triangles) Steamed Shrimp Pot Stickers with Soy Dipping Sauce Skills covered in class: Rolling out empanada dough Making bean fillings Working with phyllo dough ...
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Learning how to properly use and care for knives is an essential technique cooks of all ages should know. In this hands-on knife skills class designed for teens ages 12-16, our chef will teach the importance of knife care and safety, how to sharpen knives, and how to make chopping efficient, organized and fun. After completing this course, your teens newfound knowledge will give their skills in the kitchen a big boost!
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Discover the art of sushi-making in this interactive cooking class designed specifically for teenagers. Join us at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square and learn how to prepare and season sushi rice, handle sushi-grade fish, and use a bamboo rolling mat like a pro. Plus, finish on a sweet note by making our favorite Japanese-inspired cookies!
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
From a photograph, learn to draw a portrait of a beloved child or grandchild in pastels. Learn El Greco's method of easily gridding, enlarging, and transferring your photographs to a drawing or painting surface. Check the supply list, and bring the printed inspiration photograph along. Some previous drawing experience suggested. Materials List Black and White or Color photograph of model to work from (best quality, largest...
Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Young children and their caregivers are invited to explore art at EAC together! Check out EAC art exhibitions, learn to talk about art, and then create your own unique works of art. Older siblings are invited, too! Individual price covers up to two siblings and one adult.
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