Makeshops
What is a Makeshop?
A Makeshop is an active-learning experience. Participants in Makeshops gain knowledge by creating, doing, and making.
For current offerings and cost see our Calendar.
To schedule yourself or read our most frequently asked questions check out the Sign-Up and FAQ.
Technical Series
Beginning FlashBeginning Illustrator
Beginning Illustrator for Logos
Beginning InDesign
Beginning Photoshop
Beginning Web Site
Email 101
PowerPoint Quickstart
SketchUp
Web Lab
Creative Series
Color ConfidenceCopy and Art
Digital Storytelling
Drawing
Figure Drawing
Flyer Design
Pixels as Pigment
Digital for Youth
Pixel AdventuresDrawing Animals Digitally
Beginning Flash
Have you imagined making images and type move at your direction? The project goal of the class will be designed around your goals. Let your imagination go wild and learn some basic Flash in this 8-hour class.
Instructor: Sonia Davis Gutiérrez
Beginning Illustrator
Want to create your own patterns, logos or digital illustrations? This is the Makeshop for you! Learn how to handle the pen tool, make your own color palettes and bullet-proof logos. Discover the beauty you can create with Illustrator in this 8-hour class.
Instructor: Sonia Davis Gutiérrez
Technology: Adobe Illustrator
Beginning Illustrator for Logos
You have the logo idea in mind and now you are ready for it to become a fully functional logo - able to cross PC/MAC platforms, go from print to web, scale to infinite sizes and keep it´s full integrity no matter where it lands! If this sounds like you, then it is time to learn to make logos using Illustrator.
Instructor: Sonia Davis Gutiérrez
Technology: Adobe Illustrator
Level: Beginner
Beginning InDesign
Are you wanting to create books, pamphlets or other multiple page projects? InDesign is the Adobe Creative Suite software that can organize images and text into pages. Learn to create automated page numbers, add images and text.
Level: Beginning
Technology: Adobe InDesign
SketchUp
Need a quick three-dimensional rendering to visualize a house, garden, kitchen or your own animated character? If so, Google SketchUp is the class for you. Learn techniques from a seasoned user of the software and create your own 3-D objects!
Instructor: Sean Sallings
Level: Beginning
Technology: Learn more about and download Google SketchUp at http://sketchup.google.com/.
Beginning Web Site
Are you or your business feeling intimidated by HTML? Get empowered and learn to add or change text, images, and links to a page while becoming independent of software. In this 8-hour class, you will learn the fundamentals of building a functional site or editing an existing site, so that it communicates your unique brand and gets you on the World Wide Web.
Technology: HTML EditorLevel: Beginner
Textbook: HTML, XHTML & CSS Sixth Edition by Elizabeth Castro. Available at Nightbird Books, an independent and locally owned bookstore in Fayetteville. All current New Design Center students receive a 5% discount!
Technology: HTML editor or software with coding window. We recommend a free download of Amaya.
Windows NT/2000/XP/Vista
Power PC Mac
Intel based MacBooks
We also recommend TextWrangler for Mac OS X.
Beginning Photoshop
What is resolution? What is a raster image? What file type do I save my work as? How do I use layers, masks and make selections?
Instructor: Sonia Davis Gutiérrez
Level: Beginner
Color Confidence
Not sure how to choose color? Gain confidence in making color decisions for work and play!
Instructor: Sonia Davis Gutiérrez
Level: Beginner
Copy and Art
In many of today´s fields -- including advertising and Web site design -- writers, editors, and designers collaborate toward common goals. Learn how to make this process work better, including effectively resolving some of the common problems and issues that arise. Whether you are a designer, writer, or both (and whether you are working for a company or are self-employed), this class will help you achieve improved results.
Instructor: Rima Peterson
Level: No previous experience required
Digital Storytelling
Create a digital, personal narrative that can be shown on DVD or posted to the Web. The makeshop attendees will utilize modern, easy-to-use software in constructing their digital stories, including scanning of photos and documents, digitizing videos, writing and recording a voiceover script, using music and editing it all together.
The makeshop attendees are asked to bring the artifacts that will be incorporated into their story, including photos, videos (VHS, mini-DV only) and documents to the first session. Attendees are also welcome (encouraged!) to E-mail Tom with any questions before the makeshop. Space will be limited to six attendees, so anyone interested is asked to sign up soon.
Level: Working computer skills required
Drawing: Seeing the Light
Draw, meet new people and learn! This class is FUNctional combining a relaxing environment and practical instruction. In this series of classes we will focus on one of the basic elements of drawing - light. When you begin to see the light and translate it to your paper it will add a new dimension to your drawing! No need to shop for materials, we will have them ready for you at the first class.
Instructor: Sonia Davis Gutiérrez
Level: Beginner
Figure Drawing
If you are needing to sharpen your expert skills or just beginning, the human form holds abundant opportunities to learn something new. In these 3-hour sessions you draw from a live model using charcoal, pastels, sharpies or your portable medium of choice.
Facilitated by: Kent Landrum
Level: Open for all
No reservation needed.
Improve Your Writing Skills
Great writing is an increasingly important skill in today´s fast-paced, ever-changing business world. In this dynamic new class, you will learn how to improve your written communication skills. Topics will include improving grammar and spelling skills, learning different writing types and styles, and producing clear, effective writing.
Instructor: Rima Peterson
Level: Open for all
Email 101
Never had an email? Maybe you have never used the internet. This class is for you. We will take our time and become familiar with the world wide web and help you set up an email account.
Instructor: Sonia Davis Gutiérrez
Level: Beginner
Cost: FREE. Please contact us to set up an appointment.
Flyer Design
In this class we will learn some basic principles to keep in mind for designing flyers to reach your intended audience.
Instructor: Sonia Davis Gutiérrez
Technology: Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Level: Beginner
Drawing Animals Digitally
What is your favorite animal? We will find a photo of it online and draw it in Adobe Photoshop. You learn to use a digital drawing pen or Wacom tablet. Save your creation and we will display on our web site. Ages 9-12.
Instructor: Mike Davis Gutiérrez
Level: Beginner, ages 9 to 12
Pixels as Pigment: Digital Drawing
p>Want to edit your digital photos with a few subtle touch ups or in more dramatic playful ways? Do your images look too dark or too light? Once the editing is over, what format should you save it in? If you are printing or getting your images ready for email or the web this 8-hour class is for you.Level: Some previous drawing experience recommended.
Pixel Adventures
What is a pixel? Explore art through digital photos, scanning and digital illustration. In this class we will learn the basic tools of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and integrate the digital camera and scanner. We will create a final collection of 3 digital works that we will collect to upload to an online gallery! Ages 9-12.
Instructor: Sonia Davis Gutiérrez
Level: Beginner
Drawing Digitally
What do you enjoy drawing? We will learn to draw it in Adobe Photoshop. You learn to use a digital drawing pen or Wacom tablet. Save your creation, and we will display it on our web site. Ages 9-12.
Level: Beginner, ages 9 to 12
PowerPoint Quickstart
Wondering where to begin with putting your PowerPoint presentation together? Gain basic skills to add images, text and slides. Build your design confidence with tips on color and type choices. In this 2 hour class, you will learn the fundamentals of putting together a basic presentation so that it communicates your important and unique message.
Instructor: Sonia Davis Gutiérrez
Level: Beginner
Check out the calendar for this upcoming makeshop and fee.
Web Lab
So you took beginning Web site and now you are ready to make your web visions come true. This is the class for you! Maybe you already knew enough HTML/XHTML/CSS but just need a dedicated time, space and tutor to help you create. In this 8-hour class you bring your design to life!
Instructor: Sonia Davis Gutiérrez
Prerequisite: Beginning Web Site or other beginner level HTML/XHTML/CSS knowledge
Level: Intermediate
Textbook: HTML, XHTML & CSS Sixth Edition by Elizabeth Castro. Available at Nightbird Books, an independent and locally owned bookstore in Fayetteville´s Mill District. All current New Design Center students receive a 5% discount!
Technology: HTML Editor or software with coding window. Here are some free editors for Windows. We recommend TextWrangler for Mac OS X.
Sign-up and FAQ
How do I sign up?
You can register via:- Phone (479) 442-1443
- Mail sending correspondence to the attention of Sonia Davis Gutiérrez, P.O. Box 265, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72702.
- Drop-in, visit us in person at 217 E. Dickson St. Suite 102, Office in Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701. Here is a map.
What are my payment options?
Cash, check, or purchase order. Please bring the payment option of your choice in advance or to the first class. If your accounting department requires a detailed invoice we will be happy to prepare and email one to you.
Do I need to bring a computer for Digital Makeshops?
No, when you sign up for a digital Makeshop your fee includes the use our Mac laptops fully loaded with all the software we teach. However, you are welcome to bring your own Mac or Windows laptop. If you decide to bring your own laptop, you will need to have the correct software and version installed before you come to class. If you need outside assistance with this, please let us know. There are either free or trial versions of every piece of software that we use in class. You are also welcome to bring your own USB mouse. A mouse is very personal peripheral!
What if I want to take my digital creation with me?
When attending Digital Makeshops it is helpful but not required to bring a USB Jump drive or other storage device such as a CD-R or CD-RW for saving your digital creation. If you need some advice or help with storage options just let us know when you register.
Where am I going for class?
All Makeshops are held at New Design Center unless otherwise specified. New Design Center is located at 217 E. Dickson St. Suite 102, Office 101 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Here is a map.
What is the inclement weather policy?
Makeshops will be cancelled and rescheduled in the event of hazardous weather. Check the home page or call (479) 442-1443 for a message regarding weather-closings.
What is the refund and cancellation policy?
Full refunds for Makeshops are available up to 5 business days prior to the Makeshop. No refunds are made 5 business days prior to the Makeshop. If you register, do not attend, and do not notify us that you will be absent you will be responsible for full payment.
What if I miss a class?
If it is an individual session it will be rescheduled. If it is a group class and one individual missed a class, that class cannot be made up for that individual.
When is the registration deadline?
Registration is available until Makeshop is full. To ensure your reservation, we strongly suggest registering as early as possible. Each class has limited space. Classes involving the computer are limited to 4 people.
What if I need help with a specific project?
Do you have a personal or business project that you just need a little (or a lot of) help with? We can design curriculum for your personal or group learning needs. You can come to us or we can come to you! For more information call, (479) 442-1443.
Have a suggestion for a new Makeshop?
We are open to suggestions! If there is a topic that you would like to see offered just let us know. Chances are someone else has a similar interest. Pick up the phone and give us a ring at (479) 442-1443.
Want to teach a new or existing Makeshop?
Want to share your skills, knowledge and experience with the community? Let us know what you have in mind. Use our space and tools and add your expertise. Give us a call to set up a time to propose your ideas, 479-442-1443.
