Photography & New Media
Game On! Discover the Basics of Game Design in Scratch
with Rafael Fajardo
| Ages 9-12
Rafael Fajardo, Image Transfers, Books, Works in Progress
Rafael Fajardo, Image Transfers, Books, Works in Progress
Code: P0720-26
Jul 13 - 17, 2026Past
9 AM - 3 PM
Upcoming Workshops in Photography & New Media
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What Remains: Photography, Painting, and the Archive
Jan 4 - 15, 2027
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January Studio Sessions: Photography & New Media
Jan 18 - 22, 2027
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January Studio Sessions: Photography & New Media
Jan 25 - 29, 2027
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Advanced Mentored Studies: Visual Storytelling and Documentary Photography Projects
Aug 16 - 20, 2027
Discover the Workshop
In this workshop, every participant creates at least one small, fully realized video game using Scratch, an inviting and playful programming platform perfect for exploration and experimentation. Our approach is inclusive, welcoming, and fast-paced as we delve into game design within an artistic context. Through a blend of hands-on demonstrations and creative prompts, participants are encouraged to tinker, explore, and craft their own games, complete with original characters and stories. Thisworkshop is open to all skill levels including beginners. Se habla español, and all are welcome!
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Media & Techniques
Do-as-I-do demonstration, playful exploration of code blocks, draw our own sprites, learn about if-then conditional statements, learn about score-keeping variables, learn about player interactions, and learn about win-loss-tie game states.
Meet Your Faculty
Rafael Fajardo
With his collaborative, SWEAT, Rafael Fajardo makes games and interactive works that are both smart and accessible. Their games have been exhibited in museums and festivals internationally. Fajardo has led formal and informal workshops in game design for more than 20 years. He is an associate professor at the University of Denver.
Studio access, shipping, campus policies, and other information for workshop participants.
Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Children must be the correct age for the workshop as of the first day of class. Registration is confirmed once parents receive confirmation by email, and the online waiver form must be completed before the first workshop.
Payment: Children’s and teen workshops are charged in full at the time of registration.
Cancellations: With at least 60 days’ notice, we will refund your payments less a cancellation fee of $150 per workshop. Cancellations made within 60 days of the start of the workshop will result in a full forfeiture.
Students attending all-day workshops are asked to bring a sack lunch and a snack.
Photography & New Media
What Remains: Photography, Painting, and the Archive
with Kate Leonard
Jan 4 - 15, 2027 · 9AM - 5PM
Total: $2,150 · Open to All
Photography & New Media
January Studio Sessions: Photography & New Media
with Jack Fox
Jan 18 - 22, 2027 · 9AM - 5PM
Total: $1,000 · Intermediate - Advanced
Portfolio Review Required
Only 2 spaces left
Photography & New Media
January Studio Sessions: Photography & New Media
with Jack Fox
Jan 25 - 29, 2027 · 9AM - 5PM
Total: $1,000
Portfolio Review Required
Only 3 spaces left
Child & Teen Scholarships
Applications for scholarship support are encouraged. Specific scholarships are funded by Ranch supporters, both individuals and foundations, either through endowed funds or special gifts.