SIT Courses

Embark on an artistic exploration like no other, where we celebrate the diversity of creative expression through the art of drawing. Our drawing course is more than just a class; it's a community of young artists who share a passion for visual storytelling. You'll engage with like-minded peers, connect with mentors, and foster lifelong relationships with fellow creative individuals. Through hands-on assignments and personal exploration, you'll dive into a rich tapestry of traditional, technical, and experimental drawing techniques. From the subtlety of graphite to the boldness of charcoal, the vibrancy of pastels, and the versatility of mixed media, you are encouraged to explore diverse tools to bring your creative vision to life. At the heart of this course is a commitment to peer and instructor-led feedback. Learn from experts while also benefiting from the fresh perspectives of your creative peers. Together, we'll help each other grow as artists.

This course is designed for teens, whether you're new to drawing or looking to uncover new pathways to creative expression.

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Painting is a language without words. It's your unique way of expressing thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It's not just about colors on canvas; it's a practice that encourages self-expression, creativity, and exploration of possibilities. You'll learn various painting techniques, experiment with different materials, and create your own artwork from start to finish. This course is more than learning how to paint; it's about finding your unique voice as an artist. Through guided projects and inspiring prompts, you'll learn the power of colors, shapes, and forms to craft captivating paintings that reflect your personality.

Whether representing the experience of nature, crafting abstract compositions, capturing personality in a portrait, or expressing the depths of your imagination, painting offers endless inspiration. With the expert guidance of our instructors, this course will help you discover your passion, explore your creativity, and create paintings that showcase your perspective, growth and distinctive style as an artist.

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Are you passionate about telling stories through art? Illustration is a dynamic and versatile method of communication, transcending language barriers, and connecting people through visual narratives. Prepare for an immersive journey into the world of traditional hand-drawn illustration. From line drawing to shading techniques and the application of color, you'll delve into character development, scene composition, and narrative illustration, breathing life into your artwork. Your creative journey is enriched by practical, hands-on projects. Experiment with traditional illustration techniques, guided by expert instructors, and receive constructive feedback from peers, shaping your skills and your unique artistic voice.

The skills you gain are a gateway to diverse career opportunities, from graphic design and animation to concept art and beyond. Whether you dream of illustrating children's books, contributing to animated productions, or exploring a new path, this course will open doors to your creative future. Collaborate, exchange ideas, and create lasting bonds with fellow budding illustrators.

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In our digital world, visual storytelling transcends traditional boundaries, reaching global audiences through websites, social media, mobile apps, animations, and video games. Learn how to apply storytelling principles to the digital canvas, turning your imagination into captivating visuals. Building on your foundation in illustration, or as an exciting evolution of your drawing practice, you'll make a seamless transition from traditional media to industry-relevant digital tools. Explore an extensive array of brushes, textures, and effects, all while developing your skills in styles ranging from traditional to stylized and experimental. Alongside your peers, and led by expert instructors, discover new avenues of creative expression as you venture into character design, digital painting, concept art, and illustration for interactive applications.

Whether your dream is to create concept art for video games, design digital marketing materials that captivate audiences, or produce stunning digital comics, this course will set you up with the knowledge and hands-on experience to excel in the dynamic world of digital illustration.

CSTA-115-SU01

Animation is the art of transforming static images into dynamic, captivating creations. It's a versatile and immersive medium that empowers artists and storytellers to breathe life into characters and imaginary worlds. From enchanting short films and whimsical cartoons to epic, feature-length movies and persuasive advertisements, animation has the extraordinary ability to captivate and connect with audiences of all ages. Explore the principles and techniques that have shaped the art of animation for decades. Guided by experienced animators, this course introduces students to the charm of animation methods and techniques, such as hand-drawn and stop-motion. Students will explore visual storytelling techniques by drawing and painting movement frames by hand, using colour, shading and line weight. Students will experiment with developing visual narratives that effectively convey engaging stories, while challenging them to think about how movement and timing are portrayed.

Through hands-on projects, students will work in animation methods, such as stop-motion, flip books and pencil tests, as well as discover how traditional techniques can be complemented by digital tools, enhancing workflow while maintaining the charm of animation. Covering principles of animation, character design and storytelling, Animation provides a foundation for further studies in drawing, perspective drawing, character illustration and environment concept art. Dive into the enchanting world of animation, where creativity meets craftsmanship!

CSTA-102-SU01

Animation is the art of transforming static images into dynamic, captivating creations. It’s a versatile and immersive medium that empowers artists and storytellers to breathe life into characters and imaginary worlds. From enchanting short films and whimsical cartoons to epic, feature-length movies and persuasive advertisements, animation has the extraordinary ability to captivate and connect with audiences of all ages. Guided by experienced animators, you and your peers will embark on an exciting journey into the principles of digital animation. Explore movement, timing, and character development through a blend of hands-on projects and interactive lessons. Dive into the foundations of digital animation, laying the groundwork for a variety of creative passions and career pathways, from film and advertising to game design and beyond. Exploring the dynamic realm of 2D digital animation, this course caters to all levels of experience. Whether you aspire to become an animator, concept artist, lighting designer, or are curious about new mediums of expression, this course opens the doors to the world of animation in the digital era.

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Photography can capture moments, emotions, and stories from the world around us. Discover how to convey stories and emotions through your photographs, whether you're interested in landscapes, portraits, or documentary photography. Beyond the basics, you will have the opportunity to explore specialized areas like macro photography, painting with light, and experimental photographic techniques. Practical, hands-on projects, guided by an experienced photographer, will deepen your understanding of photographic concepts, composition, lighting, and digital post-processing techniques. Develop your own unique style and expand your creative horizons with digital photography! Whether you aspire to be a professional photographer or simply want to enrich your visual expression, this course will show you how to capture the world through your lens, tell compelling stories with your photographs, and connect with fellow photographers who share your passion.

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Ever wondered how your favourite gadgets, furniture, or the coolest sneakers are brought to life? If you're a teen with a passion for creating, problem-solving, and shaping the future, industrial design may be in your future. Industrial designers can make a real difference, creating eco-friendly products or crafting solutions to real-world problems and the experiences of tomorrow. Learn the core principles of industrial design, including product aesthetics, ergonomics, materials, design challenges and prototyping. Explore the process of taking an idea from concept to a physical, functional design. Venture into topics such as sustainable design, 3D modeling, and user-centered design. Innovate and experiment with new ideas! From concept to reality, you'll learn to make the things you imagine come to life, transforming your creativity into tangible solutions. The future is yours to shape, and this course - along with our expert instructors - will guide you towards it.

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Immerse yourself in the world of architecture in this experiential studio course! You will explore the design process, from initial sketches to finished models, while learning how architects, creatives, and designers shape the spaces we live, work, and interact in. Drawing inspiration from real-world locations, you will design public and private spaces while considering environmental context, sustainability, and practical use. You will share your ideas and gain experience in presenting your design proposals to your peers. This course encourages you to observe the built world around you and imagine new possibilities of how space can support everyday life.

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Discover how design influences the way we experience the world in this creative course! You will explore design processes and design principles and learn how images, typography, colour, and composition work together to guide interaction and communicate ideas. Using design thinking and mood boards, you will build your visual identity and create engaging designs in both physical and digital forms. With end users in mind, you will work on real-world design challenges that introduce you to branding, advertising, and content creation. You will strengthen your skills in visual language and creative thinking. By the end of the course, you will have work that reflects your technical skills and establish a deeper understanding of visual literacy as you communicate your ideas to others.

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If you already have some foundational knowledge in visual arts like fine arts, media arts, or design, this course is for you! Experience what it's like to learn, experiment, and create in a university art studio! This course is designed to help you level up your art skills and prepare for the expectations of university-level visual art programs. You will explore the creative process and learn how to use your artistic voice as a guide for idea development, experimentation, and personal expression. By working with a range of materials, you will explore how your unique perspective can influence your creative choices and artistic style. Studio sessions will include one-to-one consultations, mini-seminars, demos, critiques, and group discussions, giving you a true taste of a university studio course. By the end of the course, you will walk away with portfolio-ready artwork, stronger creative thinking, studio habits, communication skills, and the confidence to thrive in future visual art courses.

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Do you enjoy visiting museums and galleries or looking at art? Or do you wonder how to show or present the artworks that you have created? Discover the dynamic world of art curation and exhibition design in this immersive, hands-on course! You will explore the work of influential curators and exhibitions and understand how art can be used to connect with diverse audiences. Through gallery visits across the city, you will learn how exhibitions are planned, organized, and presented to the public. Using the inspiration and knowledge that they gather, you will design layouts and create models of exhibition spaces that encourage audience engagement. At the end of the course, you will collaborate with your peers and instructor to help plan and present the Summer Teens exhibition.

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