High School Art Day

Trace Monotype Printmaking – NEW!

This fun and intuitive method of creating a one-of-a-kind print is perfect for anyone who is interested in drawing. Once the paper is placed on top of a thin bed of ink, you simply draw on the paper with a pencil or pen either directly or by using a printed of copy of a photograph as a tracing guide. The result is an amazing printerly impression on the back of the paper that was in contact with the ink. Multiple prints can be made from the same inked surface.

Michael Hager, Professor
Capacity: 14

Putting the Blue in Blueprints: Exploring Cyanotypes – NEW!

Cyanotypes are one of the oldest photographic processes, and they're still an amazing way to make blue-and-white impressions of everyday objects! Join us as we venture outside (weather permitting) to make deep blue photograms of natural and everyday objects.

Conner Gordon, Professor
Capacity: 12

Xu Bing's Square Word Calligraphy – NEW!

Students will explore the experience of art and the process of meaning-making by practicing Xu Bing's Square Word Calligraphy. Can language overcome cultural differences and serve as a bridge between nations? By engaging with Xu Bing's writing system, students will examine the interplay between Chinese and English scripts and explore how language shapes perception, communication, and art.

Dr. Huixian Dong, Professor
Capacity: 18

Virtual Reality Painting

Experience new, cutting-edge technology of immersive, three-dimensional painting using Virtual Reality goggles and technology.

Azyz Sharafy, Professor
Capacity: 10

Game Based Physical 3D Art using AI (Artificial Intelligence)

Work with image-based AI (Artificial Intelligence) software, then use the AI image to create physical 3D artwork, converting it into a 3D interactive game art in the process. Submit a prompt in advance to Professor Sharafy, and he will print an AI-generated image for you to use during the workshop to create your 3D art. **Please submit your prompt/topic (a word or a short sentence) for the AI-generated image when you register, or no later than October 3 to azyz.sharafy@washburn.edu. Suggested topics: sports, art, film, a favorite hobby, or something you are passionate about.

Azyz Sharafy, Professor
Capacity: 15

Wheel Throwing

Always wanted to throw on the potters' wheel? Now is your chance! Learn to throw from Bobby Tso. Are you a “throwing pro”? Time to learn some tips!

Bobby Tso, Professor
Capacity: 15

Abstract Acrylic Painting

Paint an abstract painting on 9"x12" foamboard using palette knives and liquid acrylic paint to take home.

Ye Wang, Professor
Capacity: 20

Monuments, Magic, and Memory—the short version!

Established around 5,000 years ago, Stonehenge continues to attract tourists, Druids, and climate activists, prompting us to ask: what makes a monument a monument and why did so many continue to be used or reused for millennia…sometimes by very different people?

Dr. Kelly Thor, Professor
Capacity: 20

Clay Creatures

Sculpt an imaginary, fantastic, or real creature in clay using various modeling techniques.

Twiggy Bowden, Adjunct Professor
Capacity: 18

So, You Want to be an Art Teacher!

Do you love art and sharing it with others? A career in art education might be the perfect career path for you! Teaching art is a highly rewarding career and art teachers are in high demand. In this workshop, high school art teachers give a glimpse "behind the scenes" and share the rewards of the career.

Deena Amont, Professor
Capacity: 25

Affirmation Paper Bead Jewelry – NEW!

We often don't think about how words affect us. Whether it’s coming from others or ourselves, it is important for our brains to hear kind, supportive messages. In this workshop, we will incorporate empowering affirmations into wearable jewelry using paper bead art. Hope to see you there!

Wendy Lynch, LCPC, LMAC, ATR-P, Adjunct Professor
Capacity: 16

Around the Way Folk: Saints in Uncommon Places – NEW!

Students will spend 10-15 minutes in the Around the Way Folk exhibit to discuss Harold Smith's paintings that reimagine iconic works from art history by replacing the subjects with Black protagonists. With lush colors and expressive brushwork, Smith shines a spotlight on those who have often been excluded from art. Then students will transition to the Art Lab to create colorful portraits that reimagine historical artworks such as the Mona Lisa.

Stacy Ash, Art Education Coordinator, Mulvane Art Museum
Capacity: 20
Room: Mulvane Art Museum (main floor gallery) and Art Lab (Mulvane basement)

Sculpture Walk!

Take a guided walk around campus and get a taste of Washburn University's extensive sculpture collection of historic and contemporary sculpture, while enjoying our beautiful campus. You will engage with your peers and with the artworks in an interactive activity.

Susan McCarthy, Adjunct Professor
Capacity: 30

Louise Nevelson Sculpture in a Box

Louise Nevelson is a well-known sculptor. In this workshop, you will create an abstract sculpture inspired by Nevelson’s work using found objects and natural materials and learn more about this important artist.

Susan McCarthy, Adjunct Professor
Capacity: 18

Print Your Own T-Shirt!

Design and carve your own linoleum block and print a t-shirt to take home!

Mariah Farmer and friends, BFA Students
Capacity: 15

Community Chalk Mural – NEW!

Students will collaborate to make chalk murals that express what community means to them and what that means for the future.

BFA Student Team A: Ashton, Sierra, Nev, Connie, Aileen
Capacity: 50

Wired Jewelry – NEW!

Interested in learning to make your own wire jewelry? Join this workshop to have a choice to make copper wire earrings, a pendant, or ring.

BFA Student Team B: Faith, Evryn, Cathy, Sherri
Capacity: 16

Shrinky-Dink Trinks

Create your own design on shrink plastic! Draw your designs on Shrinky-Dinks (shrink plastic) and watch it shrink in the oven. Add a pin to make it wearable or a keychain to make it usable.

BFA Student Team C: Jasper, Calli, Em, Joi