ALYSSA SWANSON
UPCOMING CLASSES
The Art at the Aquarium series pairs art and science at the Great Lakes Aquarium in Duluth, Minnesota.
LINOCUT PRINTMAKING
Learn to transfer and carve designs and drawings into linoleum to create one-of-a-kind prints inspired by Great Lakes Aquarium exhibits.
Want to try, but not confident in your drawing ability? No problem, sample designs inspired by plants and animals found in the Aquarium will be provided if you’d like to use them.
Due to the use of sharp tools, this class is best suited for adults and children ages 13+.
No experience is necessary.
Date: May 3, 2023
Time: 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $40 (scholarships are available)
A WORLD UNSEEN
Explore a world unseen through microscopic imagery!
Students will use microscopes to look at various water samples collected from different exhibits found in Great Lakes Aquarium, Lake Superior, and rivers found near Duluth, MN. Students will observe and sketch organisms to create a painting that challenges the idea of abstraction versus realism.
No experience is necessary.
Date: May 7, 2023
Time:1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $40 (scholarships are available)
CREATURE CAMOUFLAGE
Draw inspiration from the patterns that allow animals to hide in plain sight!
Students will examine examples of animal camouflage and other unique patterning found on animals in the Aquarium. Combining the patterns they see, students will create an abstract work of art inspired by spots, stripes, and more.
Date: May 21, 2023
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $40 (scholarships are available)
YOUTH ART CAMPS
HARRY POTTER MIXED MEDIA ART CAMP
Recreate the magical world of Harry Potter in this mixed-media art camp. There is so much to draw inspiration from in these books: from the magical creatures to the dangerous plants, and the castle grounds and classes, even the unique food. Students will sculpt, paint, draw, and more in this art camp taught by one of the biggest Harry Potter fans out there.
Host: Proctor-Hermantown Community Education
Location: Proctor High School Art Room
Ages: 9-16
Date: Monday, June 26-Friday, June 30
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Cost: $140
HARRY POTTER MIXED MEDIA ART CAMP
Recreate the magical world of Harry Potter in this mixed-media art camp. There is so much to draw inspiration from in these books: from the magical creatures to the dangerous plants, and the castle grounds and classes, even the unique food. Students will sculpt, paint, draw, and more in this art camp taught by one of the biggest Harry Potter fans out there.
Host: Cloquet Community Education
Location: Cloquet Middle School
Ages: 9-16
Date: Monday, July 10-Friday, July 14
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Cost: $150
"INSPIRED BY" MIXED MEDIA ART CAMP
Explore various artistic mediums including painting, drawing, and sculpture while making projects inspired by the work of famous artists like Yayoi Kusama, Faith Ringgold, Sol LeWitt, Niki de Saint Phalle, and more. Note to parents: Please pack sunscreen, a water bottle, and a small nut-free snack each day. Weather permitting, a portion of the class sessions will be spent outdoors.
Host: Cloquet Community Education
Location: Cloquet Middle School
Ages: 9-16
Date: Monday, July 17- Friday, July 21
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Cost: $150
"INSPIRED BY" MIXED MEDIA ART CAMP
Explore various artistic mediums including painting, drawing, and sculpture while making projects inspired by the work of famous artists like Yayoi Kusama, Faith Ringgold, Sol LeWitt, Niki de Saint Phalle, and more. Note to parents: Please pack sunscreen, a water bottle, and a small nut-free snack each day. Weather permitting, a portion of the class sessions will be spent outdoors.
Host: Proctor-Hermantown Community Education
Location: Proctor High School
Ages: 9-16
Date: Monday, July 24 - Friday, July 28
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Cost: $140
