About this course
Scent is the most emotional of our senses. It can move us in ways that capture our attention, evoke powerful memories, and transport us across space and time. Despite its transformative power, scent is also the least understood of our senses and represents an exciting frontier for designers, artists, and makers of all kinds.
In this hands-on course, participants will delve into the art of scent design, gaining both knowledge and practical experience. The course will encompass the entire process of creating compelling scents, starting from selecting aromatic materials to working with and experiencing them. Additionally, participants will explore various distribution formats for scents and learn how to translate a creative concept into a well-blended scent formula.
By the end of the course, participants will possess the fundamental skills and concepts necessary to create their own scents, along with a collection of their own original creations.
COURSE DETAILS
Tuesdays from 6pm to 9pm, October 10th, 17th, and 24th
In Person at PNCA: 511 NW Broadway, Portland, OR 97209
Registration: $185
Participants & OUTCOMES
This introductory course is designed for:
Artists or designers interested in incorporating scent into their practice
Makers and hobbyists interested in creating their own custom scented products or experiences
After this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the foundational architecture and principles of scent design
Understand the basic biology and psychology of how smell works
Be able to compare and describe the aesthetic properties of various scents
Gain the skills required to confidently work with different types of aromatic materials
Be able to translate a creative concept into an effective blended scent formula
Absolutely no prior experience with scent is required. All materials will be provided. Finished scents can take the form of oils for diffusers or for adding to candles, oil-based roll on perfumes, or other creative formats of your choice.
ABOUT PNCA
Pacific Northwest College of Art is the leading professional arts and design school in the Northwest; we are the heartbeat of learning and experimentation in Portland’s vibrant cultural ecosystem. We spark curiosity and sharpen skills so students can build creative careers anchored in innovation, justice and civic imagination. Learn more.
PNCA’S COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAM
Classes for every creative interest scheduled for busy adults. We schedule our classes mostly on weekday evenings with a handful of morning and weekend classes. Summer quarter features primarily weekend workshops and weeklong intensives. You'll find new classes to choose from each quarter. Learn more.