This 90 minute arts class will introduce learners to a number of different approaches to creating all manner of different creative creature creations. Learners will experiment with hand-lettering and calligraphy through introductory techniques, inking and penciling, and developing a creative letter-based style of their own design. We’ll play a fun monster mash-up drawing game, where each participant gets to create their own unique monster using shared, collaborative ideas to create different monsters and creatures. Finally, we’ll do some brainstorming and character development to create our own creatures, be they dragons, monsters, or something we haven’t even imagined yet! Templates for this class will be available and each learner will receive a kit of tools and templates, including character development sheets, to take home. Advance registration is required. Families are welcome to participate; the class can be taken by all ages but is primarily designed for ages 7 and above. This class and supply kits are available at no cost to participants thanks to a grant from the Holyoke Local Cultural Council, a program of the Massachusetts Cultural Council. The space is wheelchair accessible.

Register here: https://www.printshopholyoke.org/service-page/creative-creature-creation?category=b9f939b6-c18e-438f-8a70-5f288e8057d1&referral=service_list_widget