Wednesday, Oct. 28
AMP 310: Embrace Improvisation
While planning and preparation is essential for successful presentations, skilled presenters also know how to respond to unexpected opportunities and embrace spontaneity. Students in this workshop learn how improvisation techniques can help them become versatile and agile communicators.
2-3 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops
Thursday, Oct. 29
AMP 210: Create a Practice Routine
A presentation or speech in front of an audience, like any other form of performance, requires preparation. Develop a practice routine for delivering composed, purposeful, and engaging presentations.
8-9 a.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops
FASH x AMP 130: Shape Your Story
Every designer has a story, a journey they have traveled that is distinctly their own. Learn to tell the story of your collection and how to lead audiences through your personal and professional narrative. Workshop participants will explore tools to: * Differentiate yourself and your collection. Identify, embrace, and share what is distinctive about you and your designs. * Build a pitch with a compelling story and a clear beginning, middle and end. * Shape the length and details of your story to meet different audiences and contexts. *Please note: the Zoom link for this workshop will be sent 24 HOURS PRIOR to the workshop. Registrants should be prepared to talk about their collection / current projects with camera ON.* WORKSHOP TIMES ARE EDT (Savannah time).
2-3 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops
Friday, Oct. 30
Learning to Love the Money Conversation and Negotiate like a Star
In this workshop, SCADs Business Coach Ilise Benun, author of seven books, including “The Creative Professionals Guide to Money,” will reveal the most common mistakes creative professionals make when negotiating, and provide specific tactics to improve your negotiation skills.
10-11 a.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): click here
AMP 210: Create a Practice Routine
A presentation or speech in front of an audience, like any other form of performance, requires preparation. Develop a practice routine for delivering composed, purposeful, and engaging presentations.
11 a.m. – noon
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops
1600 Woodshop Certification Demonstration
Noon-1 p.m.
On-ground only (1600 Woodshop): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops
FASH x AMP 130: Shape Your Story
Every designer has a story, a journey they have traveled that is distinctly their own. Learn to tell the story of your collection and how to lead audiences through your personal and professional narrative. Workshop participants will explore tools to: * Differentiate yourself and your collection. Identify, embrace, and share what is distinctive about you and your designs. * Build a pitch with a compelling story and a clear beginning, middle and end. * Shape the length and details of your story to meet different audiences and contexts. *Please note: the Zoom link for this workshop will be sent 24 HOURS PRIOR to the workshop. Registrants should be prepared to talk about their collection / current projects with camera ON.* WORKSHOP TIMES ARE EDT (Savannah time).
Noon-1 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops
Fitwel Certification System – CDC Tools and How to Become a Fitwel Ambassador
The user-friendly Fitwel Certification System was created by Atlanta’s own CDC healthcare experts. We will explore how it is applicable from existing interiors to new site planning and review steps to learn the standards and prepare for their Fitwel Ambassador examination. Bring curiosity and your note-taking tools.
Noon-1 p.m.
On-ground (Room 272): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops
Virtual (Zoom): click here
AMP 310: Embrace Improvisation
While planning and preparation is essential for successful presentations, good presenters also know how to respond to surprises and act on opportunities. Students in this workshop learn how to use improvisation techniques to become versatile and agile communicators.
2-3 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops
FASH x AMP 130: Shape Your Story
Every designer has a story, a journey they have traveled that is distinctly their own. Learn to tell the story of your collection and how to lead audiences through your personal and professional narrative. Workshop participants will explore tools to: * Differentiate yourself and your collection. Identify, embrace, and share what is distinctive about you and your designs. * Build a pitch with a compelling story and a clear beginning, middle and end. * Shape the length and details of your story to meet different audiences and contexts. *Please note: the Zoom link for this workshop will be sent 24 HOURS PRIOR to the workshop. Registrants should be prepared to talk about their collection / current projects with camera ON.* WORKSHOP TIMES ARE EDT (Savannah time).
2-3 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops
CLO 3D Design Software Master Class with Christina Yother (Series B)
Designer Christina Yother shares her strategies and techniques with using CLO 3D design software for fashion design. Christina graduated from SCAD in 2017 and is currently an Associate Designer with Carter’s, Inc.
2-4 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): click here
Can Scary Movies Be a Tool and Cultural Resource?
Learn how to use scary movies and other visuals to help understand culture and society at a given time. Students gain insight into how we encode our monsters and gain experience into breaking down the visual language of fear using their own favorite scary film or frightening tale.
3-4 p.m.
On-ground (SCAD40 Event Space): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops
Virtual (ZOOM): click here
Laser Cutter Certification Demonstration
Students will learn the difference between raster engraving and vector cutting and how to set Rhino or Illustrator files to achieve their desired results. Multiple examples of laser processed materials will be shown. Materials, submission requirements, and processing times will be covered. After completing the demonstration and signing the processing agreement, students will be certified to use the laser cutter.
3-4 p.m.
On-ground only (SCAD Studio – S111): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops
Iconography of Mourning
Funerary architecture, sculpture, and rituals of paying respects to the dead found in modern cemeteries bear the hallmarks of traditions that span across the globe and over thousands of years. This workshop will explore Atlanta’s historic Oakland Cemetery as an opportunity to explore enduring iconographic traditions from ancient Egypt, classical Greece and Rome, and the Victorian era as well as the complex politics of burial and public space in the American South.
3-4 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): click here
WELL Building Standard – Healthy Interior Guidelines and How to Become WELL AP
In this time of personal health awareness, the Well Building Standard is the new must know system. This inspiring certification system focuses on wellness. We will explore the interior design optimizations of this extensive standard and share information on preparing for their WELL accreditation examinations. Bring compassion for people and your note-taking tools.
3-4 p.m.
On-ground (Room 272): register at https://app.scad.edu/workshops
Virtual (Zoom): click here
Saturday, Oct. 31
Things that Go Bump in the Night
Is Ivy Hall haunted? Did you ever hear an odd footstep on the stair or catch a shadow in the mirror? If so, please join us on Halloween to write the definitive Ivy Hall ghost story. We’ll review a few classic stories, talk about the psychology of fear, indulge in a few Halloween treats, and write a terrifying tale.
Noon-1 p.m.
Virtual only (Zoom): click here