Explore bold, abstract expression and discover the freedom in your artistic voice.
Overview:
Abstraction & Expression is a 6 or 12 month, twice-a-week 90-minute program for young adults who want to break free from traditional rules and experiment with form, color, and emotion. This course emphasizes personal expression, pushing boundaries, and building confidence in creating work that is uniquely yours. While structured to develop skill and awareness, each student’s goals guide their journey, ensuring a personalized and dynamic experience.
Course Goals:
Develop advanced techniques in abstraction and expressive art
Strengthen confidence in creating art without limits
Learn to communicate emotions and ideas through form, color, and texture
Build a portfolio of bold, experimental pieces
How Classes Work:
Twice a week, 90-minute sessions
Small group format with one-on-one breakout support
Guided exercises, demonstrations, and open studio time
Mid-session flexibility: students can start at any session without needing to “catch up”
No recordings; missed classes can be made up during open studio sessions
Who This Is For:
Young adults ready to explore beyond traditional techniques
Artists looking to push personal boundaries and develop a unique voice
Those interested in expressive, experimental approaches to art
Choose Your Path:
6-Month Core Program: Explore techniques and expression in a structured yet flexible format
12-Month Program: Deepen abstraction skills, develop a cohesive body of work, and refine your expressive voice
6-Month Outline:
Month 1: Fundamentals of abstraction; learning to see beyond representation
Month 2: Color and emotion; exploring palette and mood
Month 3: Shape, form, and texture; pushing composition and layering
Month 4: Expressive exercises; combining mediums and techniques
Month 5: Personal expression projects; creating work that reflects your unique voice
Month 6: Sharing and reflection; preparing a mini-portfolio and understanding your progress
12-Month Outline:
Month 1: Introduction & Exploration – Setting creative intentions, trying multiple mediums, identifying individual interests.
Month 2: Technique Deep Dive – Focus on specific techniques in chosen mediums.
Month 3: Personal Project Development – Start conceptualizing a personal project.
Month 4: Creative Experimentation – Push boundaries, try new approaches, mix mediums.
Month 5: Reflection & Iteration – Review progress, refine techniques, adjust goals.
Month 6: Collaborative Critique – Group discussions, feedback sessions, peer inspiration.
Month 7: Advanced Skill Building – Specialized techniques based on student interests.
Month 8: Conceptual Expansion – Developing deeper themes and ideas in art.
Month 9: Personal Project Focus – Dedicated work on individual projects.
Month 10: Portfolio & Presentation Prep – Guidance on presentation, documentation, and display of work.
Month 11: Refinement & Mentorship – One-on-one mentorship, final adjustments on projects.
Month 12: Showcase & Review – Culminating presentation, reflection on growth, next steps for continuing practice.
*This 12-month program is fully flexible and customizable. Built around each student’s goals. The 12 months are cumulative—any breaks taken, whether a week or a month, do not count toward the program length. Students can pause and resume as needed, ensuring the full program adapts to their schedule and creative journey.