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ART


2140 HANDMADE BOOKS

This course will focus on a variety of folded book structures. We will explore the many possibilities for decorating the covers and pages as well as potential uses for your amazing creations! PLEASE NOTE: Supplies will be discussed at the first class.
2 CEU/24 CPE 8 Two and one-half hour sessions $143 Senior Price $110
2140-01 LHS W 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM 3/4 - 4/29 BURR

2141 HANDMADE ARTISTS BOOKS 2

This course will be an exploration of more complex book structures. We will be using a variety of binding techniques as well as investigating decorating ideas. PLEASE NOTE: Supplies will be discussed at the first class. PREREQUISITE: Handmade Artists Book 1.
2 CEU/24 CPE 8 Two and one-half hour sessions $143 Senior Price $110
2141-01 LHS W 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM 4/22 - 6/10 BURR

DRAWING


2103 BASIC DRAWING 1

You can learn the basics of drawing in a relaxed atmosphere. By working with strokes, shapes, shading, value, textures, perspective and composition you will develop your drawings. PLEASE NOTE: Bring the following supplies to the first class: Set of pencils ranging from 6H to 6B, kneaded eraser, plastic eraser, pencil sharpener, ruler, blending stump, and an 11" X 14" drawing pad.
1.6 CEU/19.2 CPE 8 Two hour sessions $105 Senior Price $80
2103-01 ALC-EVE W 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM 2/4 - 3/25 STAICER 2103-02 ALC-EVE W 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM 4/8 - 6/3 STAICER

WATERCOLORS

2110 WATERCOLOR PENCILS 1

This is an introduction to an unusual medium that you must experience: Watercolor Pencils! Learn how to use this medium to create both drawings and watercolor paintings. The creative options are endless. PLEASE NOTE: Supply list will be included with the course confirmation.
1.5 CEU/18 CPE 6 Two and one-half hour sessions $100 Senior Price $76
2110-01 ALC-EVE M 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM 2/23 - 3/30 WOODRUFF

2111 WATERCOLOR PENCILS 2

Continue to create and develop your skills in drawing and painting with watercolor pencils. This course will introduce watercolor crayons and develop your skill in shading, color, and technique. Exercises and assignments are designed to help you develop as an artist to master these mediums. PLEASE NOTE: Supply list will be included with the course confirmation. PREREQUISITE: Basic drawing and watercolor painting experience.
1.5 CEU/18 CPE 6 Two and one-half hour sessions $100 Senior Price $76
2111-01 ALC-EVE M 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM 4/20 - 6/1 WOODRUFF

2113 WATERCOLOR 101

Have you ever wanted to learn to paint with watercolors? Now is your chance. This course offers an energetic environment for you to start at the beginning and learn this new skill. Beginners are welcome and will be introduced to the medium at a slow pace, while at the same time having fun! PLEASE NOTE: Supply list will be included with the course confirmation.
1.8 CEU/21.6 CPE 6 Three hour sessions $119 Senior Price $91
2113-01 FC TU 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 2/3 - 3/10 WOODRUFF

2114 WATERCOLOR 201

Once you have achieved basic watercolor painting skills you are ready for this next step. Develop your skills and learn more about color, mixing, line, shadow, movement, still life. During class you will create a large painting. PLEASE NOTE: Supply list will be included with the course confirmation.
1.8 CEU/21.6 CPE 6 Three hour sessions $119 Senior Price $91
2114-01 FC TU 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 3/24 - 5/5 WOODRUFF

2115 WATERCOLOR AND WATERCOLOR PENCILS "COMBINED"

Are you experienced in watercolor or drawing in watercolor pencils? Learn how to combine these two mediums into one. Each medium has unique properties that once discovered will lend themselves to wonderful works of art, but combined will take your paintings to the next level. Some experience in one of the two mediums is preferred (does not have to be both). PLEASE NOTE: Supply list will be included with the course confirmation. PREREQUISITE: Basic drawing and watercolor painting experience.
1.8 CEU/21.6 CPE 6 Three hour sessions $119 Senior Price $91
2115-01 FC TU 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM 5/19 - 6/23 WOODRUFF

2118 WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPE PAINTING

Students will learn classical watercolor techniques and create original painting on cold and hot press watercolor paper and develop composition and color theory to create completed landscape paintings. Emphasis will be placed on discovering your own artistic vision and style through demonstrations and exercises combining a variety of brush strokes in every piece of artwork. PLEASE NOTE: Supply list will be included with the course confirmation.
1 CEU/12 CPE 4 Two and one-half hour sessions $67 Senior Price $51
2118-01 LKMS M 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM 3/9 - 3/30 WERTHEIMER

ORIENTAL ART

2122 BEGINNING ORIENTAL BRUSH PAINTING

Previous art experience not necessary to learn the graceful and spontaneous strokes of Oriental brush painting. This is a fun course that will cover a variety of subjects to paint. PLEASE NOTE: Bring a newsprint pad (11" x 14" or larger) to first class. All other materials will be provided. Repeat students will receive more challenging subjects, if desired.
1.3 CEU/15 CPE 5 Two and one-half hour sessions $91 Senior Price $71 2122-01 ALC-DAY TH 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM 2/5 - 3/5 NICHOLAS

2124 PAINTING FOWL; ORIENTAL STYLE

Participants will use expressive brushwork and various Oriental brush painting techniques to capture the spirit of a number of fowl including the egret, mandarin duck, rooster, etc. PLEASE NOTE: This is not a beginner's course - Oriental brush painting experience required.
1.3 CEU/15 CPE 5 Two and one-half hour sessions $84 Senior Price $64
2124-01 ALC-DAY TH 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM 4/2 - 5/7 NICHOLAS


 

 

 


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