China, France, Greece, Italy, Puerto Rico, Spain, Turkey
Spring and Summer 2012
Make 2012 the year that you invest in your talent and reinvigorate your passion for art. Whether you are a student, educator, working artist or other professional, the School of Visual Arts has a program designed to inspire you and deepen your appreciation for the world’s cultural heritage. Program tuition includes accommodations, and college credit is available.
Action Surf Photography in Rincon, Puerto Rico
Faculty: Art Brewer
March 3–11
Dive into surf culture in this intensive eight-day workshop led by top photographers with professional surfers in action as your subject.
Inspiration from the Past, Design Solutions for the Future: Italy
Faculty: Stuart Mager, ASID; Elizabeth Martin, AIA
May 14–27
Acquire strategies for creating functional, memorable spaces from the best of Italian architecture and design, past and present.
Photography in Southern France: Discover the Light of Provence
Faculty: Jean-Marc Veillon, Laurence Minard-Amalou
May 24–June 5
Refine your personal style in one of the most breathtaking places on Earth and a premier destination for photographers from around the world.
The Art, Myths and History of Ancient Greece
Faculty: Josh Garrick
May 27–June 9 and May 27–June 16
Explore the sites immortalized in Greek mythology, from the birthplace of Apollo to the Temple of Athena, through drawing, photography and discussion.
Masters Workshop: Design History, Theory and Practice in Rome
Faculty: Steven Heller, Lita Talarico, Dr. Darius Arya, Christina Chiappini, James Clough, Louise Fili, Mario Fois, Mario Rullo, Maro Zennaro
May 27–June 10
Immerse yourself in the birthplace of the Western typographic tradition in this hands-on workshop with designers, historians and publishers.
The Artist’s Journal: Istanbul
Faculty: Peter Hristoff
May 29–June 17
Unleash your creativity through a daily practice of observation and drawing in one of the world’s oldest and most vibrant cultural hubs.
Art History in Southern France
Faculty: Dr. Tom Huhn
June 7–21
Explore Roman ruins, Romanesque architecture and retrace the steps of Cézanne and Van Gogh.
Shanghai Photography Workshop: Create, Connect, Exchange, Network
Faculty: Abby Robinson
June 9–July 7
Advance your photographic practice in Asia’s burgeoning center for art and photography through critiques and portfolio reviews with leading curators and gallerists.
Cinema in Italy
Faculty: Paolo Braga, Mara Perbellini, Elisa Zambarbieri
June 17–30
Discover Italian cinema in all its glory through exclusive screenings and tours, and workshops with Italian actors and directors in Milan and Rome.
Products of Design in France: SVA @ Boisbuchet
Faculty: Allan Chochinov, Emilie Baltz
June 17–27
Gain new design skills and fluencies in this hands-on, multidisciplinary workshop at a magnificent estate complete with private lake, meadows and an architectural park.
Painting in Barcelona
Faculty: Tom Carr, Carme Miguel
June 27–July 14
Sharpen your artistic vision and explore new directions in the colorful Mediterranean city that was home to Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró and Antoni Tàpies.
Portrait and Fashion Photography in Barcelona
Faculty: Janusz Kawa
July 7–17
Discover firsthand why Barcelona is a destination for fashion photographers from around the world as you work with models both in the studio and on location.
School of Visual Arts, 209 East 23rd Street, New York, NY 10010-3994
www.sva.edu/artsabroad
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