The Alternative Art School Online Art Courses

Early access and discounts will apply to TAAS Members 

 

Making A Life of Art

with Nato Thompson

February 5 - March 19th | Wednesdays 12:00 - 2pm EST

$750 For Members
$1250 Non-members

Enrollment deadline: February 5, 2025

In this course, Thompson will address and workshop the complexities of living an artistic life. Ranging from practical issues like artistic work routines and navigating the art world to more philosophical issues of community, sustainability, and life-work balance; the course is meant as a hands-on workshop for artists and curators interested in making a cultural life amidst a difficult and socially arduous world. The course will also include visiting artists, readings, and discussions.

Independent Study Program

Carving Connections *Time-Based Media Emphasis

An independent study program with Amber Imrie

February 7 - July 25th | Fridays 11 - 1pm ET

$200 per month
or 1,000 one-time fee

Enrollment deadline: January 31, 2025

Carving Connections ISP is designed to help you explore and strengthen your unique artistic voice by engaging deeply with a focus on time-based media. This course combines technical skills with creative exploration, focusing on video art, sound design, and the art of storytelling through moving images. You’ll gain practical experience using Adobe Premiere to edit video and sound, while experimenting with video quality, timing, multi-channel formats, GIFs, and other emerging media.

Through hands-on tutorials, we’ll explore how sound and image come together to create compelling works that resonate emotionally and intellectually. We’ll also dive into the logistics of exhibiting and installing video work, discussing how to present time-based pieces in physical spaces and online platforms. Along the way, you’ll receive personalized feedback from mentors and peers, all in a collaborative environment that encourages experimentation and growth.

This course is a great opportunity to expand your creative toolkit and develop your voice within the realm of contemporary video art, while continuing the Carving Connections tradition of fostering self-expression and artistic community.