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Meet RISD CE instructor Yikui (Coy) Gu. In his recent mixed-media autobiographical series, he layers paint, stock imagery and everyday objects. Through the combination of political, cultural and domestic imagery, he hopes to subvert the contemporary human condition through a Yellow lens. Gu's advice to emerging artists and anyone considering taking a course is [...]
This spring, RISD Continuing Education offers 130+ courses for adults. Whether you prefer in-person or online classes, you’ll have everything you need to sharpen your art and design skills and jumpstart your creativity. In-Person Courses Spring marks the return of adult in-person courses on the RISD campus. Join us to master color [...]
Early bird discount: Enroll by December 10 to save 10% with code EARLYBIRDCE* This winter, RISD Continuing Education has opportunities for you to grow, adapt and thrive in art and design. Join our community to explore new interests or fine-tune your skills with a specific medium. To help put learning from RISD Continuing Education [...]
In summer 2024, Truva Akarra, a high school senior from Rhode Island, went to Shanghai, China to attend RISD’s Summer Teen Art Institute. Akarra is an aspiring artist and a member of Barrington High School’s Chinese Club. The trip provided him with an opportunity to improve his Mandarin skills and explore his newfound interest [...]
Enroll by August 20 to save 10% This fall, RISD Continuing Education offers online courses in subjects that will expand your perspective and renew your creativity. Whether you’re looking to explore new interests or fine-tune your skills with a specific medium, you’ll find a class that will help you learn and grow. To help [...]
“My journey to RISD Continuing Education began when I was looking for teaching opportunities in the Boston area. I got the confirmation once I had moved to Alabama and, happily, the class was remote! As the instructor for Moldmaking and Casting: Introduction, I'm excited to bring what I've learned over the past decade in [...]
“My journey to RISD CE began when I taught an acrylic painting course in late 2022. I'm currently building a course on alla prima painting using acrylic paints (Alla Prima Acrylic Figure Painting). The content focuses on the human figure and portrait, painted in a loose and immediate style. Students will explore an age-old [...]
“My journey to RISD Continuing Education began when I graduated with a BA in Language and needed a new goal. What surprised me about taking these courses was the quality of instruction and help from professors while in a long-distance setting (Alaska). I’ve been excited and feel accomplished every time I enroll in a [...]
Summer Teen Art Institute Hosted at the HD Shanghai School in Shanghai, China RISD’s Summer Teen Art Institute in Shanghai connects high school students with its renowned approach to art and design education. This residential program (taught in English) is an exciting opportunity for students to develop their skills, goals and artistic [...]
“My journey to RISD Continuing Education began when I bought my first digital camera,” says Jay Davani, who earned a certificate in Graphic Design in 2009 and has completed courses toward a certificate in Photography. As the lead for creative operations for RISD’s Marketing and Communications department, “balancing school and a full-time job was [...]
