Extension Programs

Self-Guided Activities: Learn, Create, and Explore

Get inspired by a collection of hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and deepen your understanding of art and design.

Whether you're a student, educator, or lifelong learner, these self-guided resources offer engaging ways to experiment, learn new skills, and be inspired—at your own pace.

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Inspiration into Art

Keith Haring – Infinite Inspiration from Art & Artists

Reflect on Keith Haring’s bold style and community-driven art to propose your own creative project inspired by his themes and philosophy.

Tyrone James Drake – Infinite Inspiration from Art & Artists

Design a music-inspired poster, album cover, or flyer using your own voice and Tyrone James Drake’s energetic, message-driven design style.

Hiroshi Sugimoto – Infinite Inspiration from Art & Artists

Use light, composition, and personal memory to create a photograph that tells a story, inspired by Hiroshi Sugimoto’s meditative work.

Sketching

Create Your Own Supercar! – Part 1

Build foundational sketching skills by drawing a supercar and exploring shapes, lighting, and materials in a fun, beginner-friendly exercise.

Create Your Own Supercar! – Part 2

Take your sketches further by refining form, adding detail, and mastering lighting and rendering for a professional, portfolio-ready result.

Engage Through Animation

The Apple Core

Analyze the storytelling and symbolism of The Apple Core and express your interpretation through discussion and storyboard sketches.

Warmth

Dive into the emotional and thematic layers of Warmth and reimagine its message through your own sketches and alternate story directions.

Tell Your Story

Me in a Minute

Learn to craft a compelling one-minute video that showcases your personality, strengths, and goals for use in portfolios and professional profiles.