Tag Archive for: Ages 13 – 17

The Art of Content Creation (video editing for teens)
Wednesday, 6:00pm
October 21 – November 11 | Ages 13-17

General Class Description

In this hands-on course, students will learn the complete process of creating engaging short-form videos for today’s most popular social media platforms. From developing ideas and filming with confidence to editing polished content, performing on camera, and publishing strategically, students will gain practical experience producing videos using smartphones or cameras and beginner-friendly editing software.

What Will Students Learn?

Understand the complete video production process from concept to publication.
Develop engaging video ideas based on audience and purpose.
Learn storytelling techniques that capture attention.
Film high-quality video using smartphones or cameras.
Understand composition, lighting, and audio fundamentals.
Edit videos using modern editing software.
Add captions, music, graphics, and effects.
Learn platform-specific best practices for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
Complete one polished 60 second promotional video.
Basic on-camera performance techniques, including body language, eye contact, and authentic delivery.

What Will Students Leave With?

One completed promotional video
A publishing strategy
Portfolio-ready work
Confidence sharing their creativity, and performing on camera.

Instructor: Cody West

Supply List

Smartphone or camera capable of recording HD or 4K video
Tripod or stabilizer (optional)
Headphones
Charging cable
Available storage space

Teen Open Studio
Tuesday, 6:30pm
October 20 – November 10 | Ages 13-17

Class Description:

Express yourself and let your creativity run free! In this open studio, students can explore the art media and subjects of their choice with as much (or as little) teacher guidance as is desired/needed. If you are putting together a portfolio for an application of any kind, this class can help in that as well! Materials available include pencils, colored pencils, pastels, art markers, watercolor, acrylic, collage, air-dry clay, and more! Optional prompts and demos will vary week to week for inspiration, such as a still-life set-up, art magazines/books, and graphic novels/comic books.

Students may keep a portfolio at the studio for ongoing projects.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Variety of art techniques according to your interests
  • Artistic problem-solving
  • Self-directed creativity

What You’ll Leave With:

Creative, exciting projects created with a variety of materials

Instructor: Sarah Pogue

Supply List

All Supplies Included

The Art of Content Creation (video editing for teens)
Wednesday, 6:00pm
September 23 – October 14 | Ages 13-17

General Class Description

In this hands-on course, students will learn the complete process of creating engaging short-form videos for today’s most popular social media platforms. From developing ideas and filming with confidence to editing polished content, performing on camera, and publishing strategically, students will gain practical experience producing videos using smartphones or cameras and beginner-friendly editing software.

What Will Students Learn?

Understand the complete video production process from concept to publication.
Develop engaging video ideas based on audience and purpose.
Learn storytelling techniques that capture attention.
Film high-quality video using smartphones or cameras.
Understand composition, lighting, and audio fundamentals.
Edit videos using modern editing software.
Add captions, music, graphics, and effects.
Learn platform-specific best practices for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
Complete one polished 60 second promotional video.
Basic on-camera performance techniques, including body language, eye contact, and authentic delivery.

What Will Students Leave With?

One completed promotional video
A publishing strategy
Portfolio-ready work
Confidence sharing their creativity, and performing on camera.

Instructor: Cody West

Supply List

Smartphone or camera capable of recording HD or 4K video
Tripod or stabilizer (optional)
Headphones
Charging cable
Available storage space

Teen Open Studio
Tuesday, 6:30pm
September 22 – October 13 | Ages 13-17

Class Description:

Express yourself and let your creativity run free! In this open studio, students can explore the art media and subjects of their choice with as much (or as little) teacher guidance as is desired/needed. If you are putting together a portfolio for an application of any kind, this class can help in that as well! Materials available include pencils, colored pencils, pastels, art markers, watercolor, acrylic, collage, air-dry clay, and more! Optional prompts and demos will vary week to week for inspiration, such as a still-life set-up, art magazines/books, and graphic novels/comic books.

Students may keep a portfolio at the studio for ongoing projects.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Variety of art techniques according to your interests
  • Artistic problem-solving
  • Self-directed creativity

What You’ll Leave With:

Creative, exciting projects created with a variety of materials

Instructor: Sarah Pogue

Supply List

All Supplies Included