Light Painting: Learn about light through photography, how to use it creatively in a studio setting, and how to transfer that knowledge to natural light photography. We will have studio strobes set up with a background and tether a camera to a laptop to see immediate results. You will take photos and can model for photos, getting an idea of what it's like on both sides of the camera if you wish. Then talk about how the lighting principals we learn about can be applied to natural light photography. Feel free to bring some props in from home for the photos.

Bob Adamek has spent most of his life making art in one way or another. He played bass in working bands from 1980-2011, attended Manhattan School of music along the way. By 2006, he started to photograph live music and write reviews for a number of magazines including OffBeat Magazine, Honest Tune Magazine and DC Music Review. To date, he has photographed 107 music festivals and 100’s of concerts.

The Weight of Movement: We will focus on movement through space, the use of our legs, and the weight of our limbs.  We will try to remain human in this process, as I am interested in getting to know you as individuals and seeing you express yourself. 

Ryan Corriston started dancing at age eight in Seattle under the direction of Anne Gilbert in Kaleidoscope Dance Company. In New York, Corriston danced in productions of Salome, The Magic Flute and Les Sacre du Printemps at the Metropolitan Opera.  He was a member of Doug Varone and Dancers from 2005-2011 and was artistic director of Harkness Repertory Ensemble at the 92nd Street Y from 2009-2011. He joined the dance faculty at James Madison University in 2013 and makes his home in Harrisonburg, VA. with his wife and kids.

Discovery Through Abstract Expressionism: We’ll be using a variety of materials to explore how movement can guide our creative process as we create new pieces of art. 

Quillon Hall is an artist that experiments with a variety of materials to create his art.  He uses movement to discover new ideas.

Why So Serious? Humor as a Driving Creative Force: We are often told there is a “right” way to do everything in life, and the arts are no exception — yet some of the most memorable performers and creators are those who bend the rules to make something new. This interactive workshop invites students to explore the line between discipline and creative rebellion, using humor and play as tools for discovery. Together, we’ll experiment, improvise, and uncover how breaking the mold can lead to even stronger artistic expression.

Dr. Kyle Remnant is Director of Arts and Enrichment at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community and adjunct faculty at Eastern Mennonite University. A self-described "professional goofball," Kyle utilizes humor and playfulness whether conducting, playing trombone, acting on stage, or doing stand up comedy.

Songwriting 101: Explore and build a toolkit for songwriting. Writers write. That’s what they do. Come ready to participate in ways to get out of your judgmental thoughts and into your creative mind. 

Trent Wagler is a working songwriter who has toured and recorded his music for over 20 years. He is the lead singer of The Steel Wheels.