Trent Taft
Currently located in New York, Trent Taft is a sculptor in the special effects industry. Inspired by films with credible imaginary characters and nature itself, He brings his creations to life in a public space through artistry. trenttaft.comPortfolio Development
Each year our students produce thousands of works. Here are just a few from our Portfolio Development program for high school students.no images were found
Recent Forge Projects
The Forge Media Production House Apprenticeship Program employs advanced youth apprentices to work alongside experienced producers in creating high quality, unique media products for businesses and organizations.
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Senior Project
The most rigorous course currently offered at the Art Institute is Senior Project, the capstone of The Art Effect’s portfolio development programming. Modeled after a senior thesis college course, students work on a theme for 12 weeks with an artist/mentor. Students present a new work each week along with touch-ups made to the work from the previous week, generally completing the program with a body of work comprised of 12 pieces.Spark Studios
Spark Studios Media Producers will learn the ropes of a fully functioning film set while learning workplace skills, receiving training in camera operation and filmmaking techniques, and gaining experience with production software, technology, and the Adobe Creative Suite. Below are videos created during Spark Studios and The Art Effect’s Filmmaking Intensives: Nirvana Poughkeepsie, Connected Santa WomanJunior Art Instittue
The Junior Art Institute teaches foundational skills necessary for advanced study to students ages 11-14. Below is a gallery of work created by students in the program.no images were found