ADULT CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
DRAWING & PAINTING CERAMICS PHOTOGRAPHY FINE CRAFTS
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CAC member registration begins June 2
Non-members registration begins June 3
Drawing Basics I
Instructor: Janet Lynn Eggen
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July 9 to August 6
Wednesdays, 7-9:30pm
S0801 5 Weeks; Beginner to Intermediate
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This introductory course teaches beginners basic drawing tenets including value, line, positive and negative space, perspective and proportion via the elements of design. A variety of subject matter is explored using pencil and charcoal.
Members $75
Drawing Basics II
Instructor: Janet Lynn Eggen
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August 13 to September 10
Wednesdays, 7-9:30pm
S0802 5 Weeks; Intermediate to Advanced
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Intermediate students continue their exploration of drawing media as they broaden their understanding, gain confidence, refine their techniques and develop their own artistic style. A variety of subject matter and media are explored.
Members $75
Pastel and Color Media
Instructor: James O’Connor
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July 8 to August 5
Tuesdays, 7-9:30pm
S0803 5 Weeks; All levels
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Explore the amazing power of color to stimulate, captivate and inspire. This comprehensive approach to color covers all aspects of drawing, from traditional to contemporary. Enhance your understanding of color and translate observations and inspirations into cohesive images while discovering techniques that bring out richness and subtlety. Media include soft pastels, oil pastels, conté, color pencils, watercolor pencils, crayons and paper.
Members $75
Drawing with Pen and Ink
Instructor: Janet Lynn Eggen
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July 10 to August 7
Thursdays, 7-9:30pm
S0804 5 Weeks; Intermediate to Advanced
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Explore several drawing techniques including stippling and crosshatching using pen and ink on watercolor paper. Experiment with mark-making and washes to create a final culminating artwork using personal style, while working from still life arrangements or landscapes as inspiration. Basic drawing experience required.
Members $75
Color Theory (Oil)
Instructor: Karla Mann
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August 14 to September 11
Thursdays, 7-10pm
S0805 5 Weeks; All levels
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Learn to create mood, warm and cool hues and perspective by studying the properties of color. Students begin with oil painting basics such as canvas preparation, appropriate tools and materials, and brushstrokes. Once these fundamentals are mastered, students advance to more complex color applications such as under-painting and glazing techniques. Students discuss the importance of color theory and compositional balance. Oil media only.
Members $85
Oil or Acrylic Painting I
Instructor: James O’Connor
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July 10 to August 7
Thursdays, 7-9:30pm
S0806 5 Weeks; Beginner to Intermediate
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Increase your knowledge of materials and techniques to create work in oil or acrylic media. Practice developing an idea from initial inclination to final art object. Emphasis is placed on brushstroke, materiality and the mixing and application of color.
Members $75
Oil or Acrylic Painting II
Instructor: James O’Connor
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August 14 to September 11
Thursdays, 7-9:30pm
S0807 5 Weeks; Intermediate to Advanced
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Intermediate students continue their exploration of oil or acrylic media as they broaden their understanding, gain confidence and refine their techniques. Emphasis is placed on advanced brush techniques, surface treatments and multiple layering of media onto various surfaces.
Members $75
Figure Painting in Oil from Photographs I
Instructor: Karla Mann
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July 8 to August 26
Tuesdays, 7-10pm
S0808 8 Weeks; Beginner to Intermediate
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Translate photographic images into canvas masterpieces in this course inspired by classic oil painting technique. Give depth, dimension and complexity to painting by using personal photographs as reference. Students learn painting basics and beyond, with an emphasis on compositional balance, materials preparation, underpainting mediums and glazing techniques. Painting and drawing experience required.
Members $120
Figure Painting in Oil from Photographs II
Instructor: Karla Mann
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July 9 to August 27
Wednesdays, 7-10pm
S0809 8 Weeks; Intermediate to Advanced
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Intermediate and advanced students continue their exploration of translating photographic images into canvas masterpieces using a classic oil painting technique. Emphasis is placed on advanced brush techniques, composition and materials preparation and application. This class is designed for students who have painting and drawing experience and a good understanding of color theory.
Members $120
Watercolor and Mixed Media
Instructor: James O’Connor
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August 12 to September 9
Tuesdays, 7-9:30pm
S0810 5 Weeks; All levels
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New and continuing watercolor students will experience the versatility of this adaptable painting medium, which can be subtle and delicate or rich and complex. Watercolor techniques and brush work are the focus of the course. The integration of dry media such as pastel and crayon may also be incorporated as the class progresses, and based on each student’s readiness.
Members $75
Composition Workshop
Instructor: Janet Lynn Eggen
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July 19 and 26
Saturday, 10am-3pm
S0811 2-Day Workshop: Intermediate to Advanced
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Intermediate and advanced students learn how to create more successful compositions though exercises, demonstrations, discussions and critiques. Students may use a variety of media during this workshop including drawing materials, watercolor, acrylic and more.
Members $45
Perspective Workshop
Instructor: Janet Lynn Eggen
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September 6 and 13
Saturday, 10am-3pm
S0812 2-Day Workshop: Intermediate to Advanced
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Discover the important elements in achieving more depth and perspective for an accurate and believable composition though exercises, demonstrations, discussions and hand-outs. Use drawing materials to explore simple perspective fundamentals and application.
Members $45
Ceramics I & II
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July 9 to September 10
Wednesdays, 7-9:30pm
S0813 10 Weeks; Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor: Dede Schmidt
July 9 to September 10
Wednesdays, 9:30am-noon
S0814 10 Weeks; Beginner to Intermediate
Instructor: Elizabeth A. Sawyer
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Beginner and intermediate students learn fundamental hand-building, wheel-throwing, decorating and glazing techniques. Intermediate students further develop their pottery skills by focusing on personal interests and looking at contemporary ceramicists for inspiration.
Members $125 + $50 glaze and firing fee
Ceramics II & III
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July 8 to September 9
Tuesdays, 9:30am-noon
S0815 10 Weeks; Intermediate to Advanced
Instructor: Dede Schmidt
July 8 to September 9
Tuesdays, 7-9:30pm
S0816 10 Weeks; Intermediate to Advanced
Instructor: Elizabeth A. Sawyer
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Students explore intermediate and advanced techniques to refine their handbuilding, wheel-throwing, decorating and glazing skills. New artistic directions in materials, methods and design are sources of study. Students look at contemporary ceramicists to better inform their own process.
Members $125 + $50 firing fee
Introduction to Digital Photography
Instructor: Derek Eley
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July 8 to September 9
Tuesdays, 7-10pm
S0817 10 Weeks; Beginner
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Experience CAC’s new digital lab in this introductory course which teaches students to create and manipulate digital photographs. Learn the basics of manual digital camera functions including ISO settings, white balance, image resolution, shutter speeds and aperture settings as well as image aesthetics. Photoshop techniques that relate to file size, cropping, contrast control, color correction, selection tools, layers and masking are covered. Students are required to bring a digital camera with fully manual controls (the ability to adjust aperture and shutter speed settings). Some experience with photography is helpful.
Members $150
Black-and-White Darkroom Photography
Instructor: Derek Eley
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July 9 to September 10
Wednesdays, 7-10pm
S0818 10 Weeks; All levels
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This darkroom course covers simple to advanced technical aspects of the black-and-white darkroom (35mm and medium format) and expressive uses of the medium. Individual instruction, demos, lab work, shooting assignments, slide discussions and informal group critiques enhance the learning experience. Course may be repeated. Students must attend eight out of ten classes to qualify for open lab privilege.
Members $150
The Painted Image on Glass Plates
Instructor: Ali Rogan
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July 12
Saturday, 10am-4pm
S0819 1-Day Workshop; All levels
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Discover the possibilities of painting on the reverse side of glass plates and design multiple layers of paint effects combined with metal leafing to create a finished artwork. Students are encouraged to bring drawings or photographs for design inspiration and instructor will also provide sample designs and patterns.
Members $60 + $10 materials and firing fee
Fused Glass Jewelry
Instructor: Ali Rogan
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August 2
Saturday, 10am-1pm
S0820 1-Day Workshop; All levels
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Create fused glass jewelry using a variety of glass textures and techniques and learn the foundation of kiln-fired glass. Metal inclusions, dichroic and iridized glass and jewelry findings will be will be added to pins, earrings and more.
Members $30 + $10 materials and firing fee
Fused Glass Mosaic Tiles
Instructor: Ali Rogan
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August 9
Saturday, 10am-4pm
S0821 1-Day Workshop; All levels
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Take inspiration from mosaics around the world as you learn the basics of fusing glass to create tiles which will be assembled into a mosaic and then kiln fired. The completed glass design will be finished by attaching to a hanging display unit.
Members $60 + $15 materials and firing fee
A Shrine of the Times
Instructor: Kim Herman
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July 19
Saturday, 10am-1pm
S0822 1-Day Workshop; All levels
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Create a personal shrine or spirit house to celebrate or commemorate a special place, moment or person. Combine several collage and painting techniques with embellishments such as textured papers, fabric, photos and found objects. Students create a miniature assemblage inside the shrine that will delight anyone who opens it. Bring a sturdy box to class (wood, papier mâché, cigar box etc), a couple of acrylic paint colors and some personal items such as copies of photographs or found objects.
Members $20 + $5 materials fee
Artist Trading Cards
Instructor: Kim Herman
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August 16
Saturday, 10am-1pm
S0823 1-Day Workshop; All levels
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Do you have difficulty finding time to create art? Are you anxious to try a new technique, but are afraid to tackle it on a large scale? Artist Trading Cards (ATC’s) are miniature works of art, measuring 2.5” x 3.5” and can be created using any medium or technique. Experiment with a variety of mixed media assemblage, collage, painting and drawing techniques to create original miniature works of art. ATC’s are intended to be traded, not sold and participants will be invited to trade with other students and the instructor at the end of the workshop.
Members $20 + $5 materials fee
