PCA&D - Center for Creative Exploration
@pcad-cce.bsky.social
Center for Creative Exploration at Pennsylvania College of Art & Design. Classes and creative experiences for adults, high school students, and children in grades 1-9. Located at 204 N. Prince St, Lancaster, PA https://linktr.ee/pcad_ce
Break free from the norms of traditional filmmaking & storytelling. Whether you’re interested in learning more about experimental films and filmmaking, or interested in making your own films, this will give you the background and techniques to get you moving in your experimental filmmaking journey.
January 16, 2026 at 1:54 PM
Break free from the norms of traditional filmmaking & storytelling. Whether you’re interested in learning more about experimental films and filmmaking, or interested in making your own films, this will give you the background and techniques to get you moving in your experimental filmmaking journey.
This beginners workshop explores the foundations of abstraction through Mark Rothko and the Color Field Movement. You will leave the workshop with a better understanding of how to build on the fundamentals of abstraction and feel comfortable painting abstractly. Register today!
#abstractpainting
#abstractpainting
January 15, 2026 at 4:46 PM
This beginners workshop explores the foundations of abstraction through Mark Rothko and the Color Field Movement. You will leave the workshop with a better understanding of how to build on the fundamentals of abstraction and feel comfortable painting abstractly. Register today!
#abstractpainting
#abstractpainting
Come join us as we create cozy illustrations of animals in sweaters using our classmates’ descriptions, various animal references, and our imagination in this intergenerational family class! Your registration covers four family members. Join us! #familydrawing
January 15, 2026 at 1:26 PM
Come join us as we create cozy illustrations of animals in sweaters using our classmates’ descriptions, various animal references, and our imagination in this intergenerational family class! Your registration covers four family members. Join us! #familydrawing
In this workshop, students in grades 4-6 will explore the work of Keith Haring and his work surrounding themes of friendship and love! Join us!
#artclassesforkids
#artclassesforkids
January 14, 2026 at 2:10 PM
In this workshop, students in grades 4-6 will explore the work of Keith Haring and his work surrounding themes of friendship and love! Join us!
#artclassesforkids
#artclassesforkids
Join us as we learn about Valentine’s Day through art making! Your child will create projects using a variety of artistic media and processes that help explore key design concepts like color theory, negative space and more. Register today!
#valentineart
#valentineart
January 14, 2026 at 12:49 PM
Join us as we learn about Valentine’s Day through art making! Your child will create projects using a variety of artistic media and processes that help explore key design concepts like color theory, negative space and more. Register today!
#valentineart
#valentineart
In this class for students in grades 5-8, your child will get the opportunity to illustrate a story, once they have already crafted or one that is provided by the instructor. Learn more and register today! #illustration
January 13, 2026 at 3:15 PM
In this class for students in grades 5-8, your child will get the opportunity to illustrate a story, once they have already crafted or one that is provided by the instructor. Learn more and register today! #illustration
In this four session class we will cover basic patternmaking concepts, including measurements, making a simple sloper, seam allowances, curves, and tools of the trade. Join us!
#patternmaking #lancasterpa
#patternmaking #lancasterpa
January 13, 2026 at 1:41 PM
In this four session class we will cover basic patternmaking concepts, including measurements, making a simple sloper, seam allowances, curves, and tools of the trade. Join us!
#patternmaking #lancasterpa
#patternmaking #lancasterpa
In this workshop we will explore the steps needed to begin understanding how to draw a believable picture using observational skills. Step by step, you will learn how to use a range of pencils, build a composition, and render. Register today!
#lancasterpa #drawing
#lancasterpa #drawing
January 9, 2026 at 2:38 PM
In this workshop we will explore the steps needed to begin understanding how to draw a believable picture using observational skills. Step by step, you will learn how to use a range of pencils, build a composition, and render. Register today!
#lancasterpa #drawing
#lancasterpa #drawing
In this workshop you will be learning about the art of the picture book from concept to creation to enable you to bring your own wonders to life. Register today! #lancasterpa
January 8, 2026 at 11:31 PM
In this workshop you will be learning about the art of the picture book from concept to creation to enable you to bring your own wonders to life. Register today! #lancasterpa
Join us as we create still life paintings from observation with the fun challenge of using a limited color palette. This is a studio based class using acrylic paint, brushes, and palette knives on canvas. Learn more at pcad.edu/cce!
#painting
#painting
January 8, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Join us as we create still life paintings from observation with the fun challenge of using a limited color palette. This is a studio based class using acrylic paint, brushes, and palette knives on canvas. Learn more at pcad.edu/cce!
#painting
#painting
This is an exploratory art making class for kids in grades 4-6 to practice crafting accessories such as sticker sheets, sticker mandalas, or charms for their personal items like a water bottle, backpack, or tablet. Join us! #lancasterpa
January 7, 2026 at 3:39 PM
This is an exploratory art making class for kids in grades 4-6 to practice crafting accessories such as sticker sheets, sticker mandalas, or charms for their personal items like a water bottle, backpack, or tablet. Join us! #lancasterpa
Come learn the basics of character design for animation! In this workshop we will explore the foundations of a character sheet and the basic elements of creating compelling character designs.
#characterdesign
#characterdesign
January 7, 2026 at 1:28 PM
Come learn the basics of character design for animation! In this workshop we will explore the foundations of a character sheet and the basic elements of creating compelling character designs.
#characterdesign
#characterdesign
Join us as we explore the wonderful world of printmaking for grades 1-3! #printmaking #artclassesforkids
January 6, 2026 at 2:41 PM
Join us as we explore the wonderful world of printmaking for grades 1-3! #printmaking #artclassesforkids
This class covers everything you need to know to understand how we see color in the world, how color behaves and interacts, how to match what we see within the limitations of the pigments we use, and the specific ways in which we can navigate our palettes and paintings with confidence.
January 6, 2026 at 12:27 PM
This class covers everything you need to know to understand how we see color in the world, how color behaves and interacts, how to match what we see within the limitations of the pigments we use, and the specific ways in which we can navigate our palettes and paintings with confidence.
Happy New Year! Let's make a resolution to get more creative together in 2026! 🎉
#lancasterpa #creativity
#lancasterpa #creativity
January 1, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Happy New Year! Let's make a resolution to get more creative together in 2026! 🎉
#lancasterpa #creativity
#lancasterpa #creativity
In this winter watercolor landscape workshop, we will explore fundamental watercolor techniques such as wet on wet, wet on dry, washes, and gradients. Register today!
December 30, 2025 at 1:05 PM
In this winter watercolor landscape workshop, we will explore fundamental watercolor techniques such as wet on wet, wet on dry, washes, and gradients. Register today!
This hands-on workshop is designed for organizations ready to evolve and amplify their brand using Canva. Register today!
#canva #brandcreation
#canva #brandcreation
December 19, 2025 at 1:05 PM
This hands-on workshop is designed for organizations ready to evolve and amplify their brand using Canva. Register today!
#canva #brandcreation
#canva #brandcreation
You and your child will dive into the world of printmaking with gelli printing in this hands-on workshop designed for families of all skill levels. Registration covers one adult and one child ages 7-11.
#printmaking
#printmaking
December 18, 2025 at 3:34 PM
You and your child will dive into the world of printmaking with gelli printing in this hands-on workshop designed for families of all skill levels. Registration covers one adult and one child ages 7-11.
#printmaking
#printmaking
Design Thinking is a way of creatively thinking through problems or opportunities that taps into the human at the center. In this online class, we will walk through 5 principles or phases. Learn more https://loom.ly/rsW7bOI
December 18, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Design Thinking is a way of creatively thinking through problems or opportunities that taps into the human at the center. In this online class, we will walk through 5 principles or phases. Learn more https://loom.ly/rsW7bOI
In this course, students in grades 1-3 will set out to create a winter landscape to showcase their understanding of how to create depth using a foreground, middle ground and a background! Join us! #lancasterpa #pcad
December 17, 2025 at 2:19 PM
In this course, students in grades 1-3 will set out to create a winter landscape to showcase their understanding of how to create depth using a foreground, middle ground and a background! Join us! #lancasterpa #pcad
An industry-standard layout and publication program, Adobe InDesign is used primarily for creating multi-page publications, layout designs, and other print design material. Learn more about this online course: https://loom.ly/Eg9sqpo
December 17, 2025 at 1:15 PM
An industry-standard layout and publication program, Adobe InDesign is used primarily for creating multi-page publications, layout designs, and other print design material. Learn more about this online course: https://loom.ly/Eg9sqpo
In Instagram 101, we will take a deep dive into how to manage an account and capture engagement. This online workshop will cover topics ranging from the Instagram feed and algorithm as well as elements of the platform including Stories, Live, and Reels.
December 17, 2025 at 12:01 AM
In Instagram 101, we will take a deep dive into how to manage an account and capture engagement. This online workshop will cover topics ranging from the Instagram feed and algorithm as well as elements of the platform including Stories, Live, and Reels.
Whether you want to make cleaner presentations, create simple graphics, organize ideas visually, or explore a new creative medium, this online course helps you feel at ease in Figma—no design experience required. Learn more and register today!
#figma
#figma
December 16, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Whether you want to make cleaner presentations, create simple graphics, organize ideas visually, or explore a new creative medium, this online course helps you feel at ease in Figma—no design experience required. Learn more and register today!
#figma
#figma
Whether you are taking your first steps into music production or looking to learn new techniques in composing music, this is the adult enrichment class for YOU! Learn more and register today!
#musicproduction #lancasterpa
#musicproduction #lancasterpa
December 12, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Whether you are taking your first steps into music production or looking to learn new techniques in composing music, this is the adult enrichment class for YOU! Learn more and register today!
#musicproduction #lancasterpa
#musicproduction #lancasterpa
Good design is guided by concepts that appeal to viewers and create stability and balance. Learn more about our Effective Design course: https://loom.ly/upjb19w
December 11, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Good design is guided by concepts that appeal to viewers and create stability and balance. Learn more about our Effective Design course: https://loom.ly/upjb19w