Drawing, Painting, Crafts, and More
Visual Journaling
Joy Schultz
Explore ideas and exercises to stir your creative juices and to shake you out of your comfort zone. Observe, listen, collect, reflect upon, express, celebrate, and enrich your life using the vehicles of drawing and writing. Experiment with pencil, ink, paint, collage, and photographs. All levels welcome. Supply list. Bring a drop cloth.
Fri, Nov 5-19, 1:30-4:30 p.m. 3 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1067F01-68223 $79
PAINTING
A Dip Into Art
Joy Schultz
This is your chance to try 6 different media each week including charcoal, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, mixed media, and pen and ink. Discover the fun of each technique. A demonstration of various techniques is given as well as the basic elements of art such as composition, value, and color. No experience is necessary. Bring a drop cloth. Material fee includes all you will need.
Fri, Sept 24-Oct 29 1:30-4:30 p.m., 6 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1099F01-68215 $129, $24 material fee to instructor
Beginning and Intermediate Oil Painting
Valorie Snyder
If you have ever felt lost or frustrated in a painting class, you will find it very different here. Valorie has developed a comprehensive curriculum, providing basic information frequently overlooked in many art classes. Learn about the various types of brushes, how to apply paint, painting techniques and color theory. Choose your subjects as you complete assigned exercises and progress at your own pace. If you have painted before, you can build on what you already know and explore information missed in previous art classes. The class includes lectures, notes, demonstrations, and individual help.
This class requires the use of non-toxic Turpenoid Natural, rather than turpentine or other dangerous solvents.Supply list. Check Valorie’s blog at www.valoriesnyderart.blogspot.com.
Thu, Sept 16-Oct 21, 2-5 p.m., 6 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1061F01-68210 $129
Thu, Oct 28-Dec 9*, 6-9 p.m., 6 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1061F02-68211 $129
Thu, Sept 16-Oct 21, 6-9 p.m., 6 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1061F03-68291 $129
Thu, Oct 28-Dec 9*, 2-5 p.m., 6 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1061F04-68292 $129
Intermediate/Advanced Oil Painting
Valorie Snyder
This class in advanced painting techniques is for returning students who have completed all the beginning exercises in Valorie’s Beginning/Intermediate Oil Painting class. Cover alla prima painting, still life compositions, and other old master approaches. To qualify for this class, you must have completed all of the assigned color studies and have a thorough understanding of the layered approach to painting. If you are not certain whether you are ready for this class, you can continue to build skills and learn advanced techniques in the Beginning class.
Tue, Sept 14-Oct 19, 6-9 p.m., 6 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1084F01-68212 $129
Tue, Oct 26-Nov 30, 6-9 p.m., 6 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1084F02-68213 $129
Joy Schultz/Staff
Explore mixing and layering colors, brushwork, various surfaces, and many possible techniques such as opaque, broken color, impasto, knife painting, texturing, tonal under painting, glazing, and wet on wet. Bring photos you have to work from. No experience necessary. Supply list-Shultz, Bring a drop cloth. *No class November 24.
Wed, Nov 3-Dec 15*, 6:30-9:30 p.m. 6 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1109F01-68214 $129
Abstract Acrylics and Collage
Joy Schultz
Using acrylic paint and collage material, create works of art based on your personal themes and intentions. Explore sources of inspiration, creative warm-ups, choosing a concept, compositional formats and color theory. Learn to start big and loosely with collage material as a way of coming up with new materials. All levels welcome. Supply list. Bring a drop cloth.
Joy Schultz loves to share her enthusiasm for playfulness and experimentation in the creative process with all levels of students. Her work has been exhibited in local, state and national shows. She has been active in the Colorado Artists Guild and the Pastel Society of Colorado.
Fri, Dec 3-17, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 3 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1064F01-68221 $79
Joy Schultz
Learn the techniques used in watercolor painting: drawing, color wheel, mixing colors, types of papers, wet on wet, dry brush, spatter, negative painting, experimental scrapings, layered, etc. to give you a working knowledge of the medium. Supply list. Bring a drop cloth. *No class November 25.
Wed, Sept 15-Oct 20, 6:30-9:30 p.m., 6 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1110F01-68216 $129
Thu, Oct 28-Dec 9*, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 6 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1110F02-68218 $129
The Joy of Pastel: Plein Air Pastel Painting
Joy Schultz
Come learn about composition, value, color and techniques of pastel while capturing the beautiful surroundings and atmosphere of Hudson Gardens. No experience necessary. Supply List. Bring a drop cloth.
Mon, Sept 13-Oct 18, 9-noon, 6 wks The Hudson Gardens & Events Center
ARCR 1098F01-68224 $129
MAKE JEWELRY
Easy Silver Jewelry from Precious Metal Clay (PMC)
Alisa Phelps
Make fine silver jewelry from this great material. Tiny particles of silver are suspended in an organic binder to create a material that can be worked like clay. Pieces are fired to burn off the binder and fuse the metal. The result is a solid, 100% pure silver object. Make silver jewelry without traditional metalsmithing tools. Discover how to work with PMC and even how to continue your work at home. Make earrings and at least two pendants. No experience is necessary. Materials and tools will be available in these small classes. *Materials/tool kit fee: $35-$55 depending on the number and size of the projects. Class meets at AlisaP Design Studio, (I-25 and Colorado Blvd), 4340 E Kentucky, Glendale.
Alisa Phelps is a PMC Guild Certified Artisan and owner of her own jewelry making company.
Tue, Sept 21-28, 6-9 p.m., 2 wks AlisaP Design Studio
ARCR 1120F01-68236 $79 plus materials*
Thu, Oct 7-14, 6-9 p.m., 2 wks AlisaP Design Studio
ARCR 1120F02-68238 $79 plus materials*
Fri, Oct 22-29, 1-4 p.m. 2 wks AlisaP Design Studio
ARCR 1120F03-68319 $79 plus materials*
Intermediate Level Silver Jewelry Making From PMC
Alisa Phelps
Continue to progress with skills learned in the first class using precious metal clay. Materials and tools will be available at class. *Materials/tool kit fee: $35-$55 depending on the number and size of the projects. Class meets at AlisaP Design Studio, (I-25 and Colorado Blvd), 4340 E Kentucky, Glendale.
Tue, Nov 9-16, 6-9 p.m., 2 wks AlisaP Design Studio
ARCR 1136F01-68240 $79 plus materials*
Holiday Jewelry Gifts from Precious Metal Clay (PMC)
Alisa Phelps
Make small holiday ornaments or multiple sets of earrings or pendants to give as gifts this holiday season. Make silver jewelry without traditional metalsmithing tools. Discover how to work with PMC and even how to continue your work at home. Make earrings and at least two pendants. No experience is necessary. Materials and tools will be available at class. *Materials/tool kit fee: $35-$55 depending on the number and size of the projects. Class meets at AlisaP Design Studio, (I-25 and Colorado Blvd), 4340 E Kentucky, Glendale.
Sat, Dec 4, 1-5 p.m. AlisaP Design Studio
ARCR 1137F01-68241 $69 plus materials*
HANDMADE PAPER
Recyling Junk Mail into Homemade Paper and Art Objects
Gail Nelson
Everyone gets junk mail and most of us even recycle it. Now you can reuse it by creating new paper from this unwanted resource. Start saving your junk mail and office waste and discover how to form sheets of paper for stationery and art projects. Make beautiful bowls, wall hangings, and multimedia art. Bring junk mail and office paper waste to class.
Thu, Oct 21-Nov 4, 6:30-9 p.m., 3 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1140F01-68208 $59
HOLIDAY CARDS
Handmade Paper Holiday Cards
Gail Nelson
Explore your creative side while making handmade paper greeting cards for the special people on your holiday list. Spend an evening learning to make pulp, sheets of paper, and envelopes. Take home your unique collection of cards to share with family and friends this holiday season.
Thu, Nov 18, 6:30-9 p.m. ACC Campus
ARCR 1141F01-68209 $49, $5 material fee to instructor
You Can Draw!
Brian Brennan
Discover how to draw anything you see! This is a great class for beginners with little or no experience. Explore line, texture, tone as you learn how to draw observationally. Discover the secrets behind perspective, shape, shading and composition. Learn the techniques of “recording” images from your vision onto paper or canvas! Bring paper and 2B drawing pencil to the first class at which time a full materials list will be provided.
Thu, Sept 23-Oct 28, 6:30-9 p.m., 6 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1101F01-68227 $129
Jumpstart Your Sketching
Joy Schultz
Learn about and try fun exercises and techniques to help you capture impressions, inspirations, and experiences quickly and enjoyably. Improve your observation and recognition skills and add spontaneity and freedom to your creative expression. Practice fresh, fast sketching, not detailed finished drawings. Bring a sketch book, 9B woodless pencil, sump (blending tool), kneaded eraser, pencil sharpener, and tracing paper.
Thu, Sept 16-Oct 21, 1:30-4 p.m., 6 weeks ACC Campus
ARCR 1117F01-68229 $129
Beginning and Continuing Calligraphy
Evette Goldstein
Learn the art of beautiful writing. Discover the joy of self-expression through this ancient art form. You need not be an artist to become a calligrapher. Learn Chancery Italic Calligraphy. *If you are left handed, the material fee will be $6 more and you will need to notify the office upon registration in order that your materials may be ordered in time for the course start date. *No class Oct 20.
Wed, Sept 22-Oct 27*, 6-8 p.m., 5 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1104F01-68267 $89, $30 material fee to instructor
Create Some Fall Fun! Get Hooked: On Crocheting!
Shelly Stephens
Crocheting is the newest craze of an old skill. If you are a beginner or more experienced, you can gain tips, knowledge and crochet creatively while you relax and meet new crochet friends. Practice yarns and crochet hooks are provided for first-timers or bring your own special project. Left-handers are welcome.
Wed, Sept 29-Oct 20, 6-8 p.m., 4 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1122F01-68230 $79
KNITTING
Knitting for Beginners: Make a Scarf or Hat
Marsha Asheim
Learn the basic components of knitting - cast on, knit, purl, cast off, increases and decreases. Discuss knitting abbreviations and conventions, how to read a pattern, and how to read a yarn label. Begin your project while working with an expert to help you. You may purchase materials the first night of class or bring 200 yards of worsted weight yarn and size 8 knitting needles. A Knitted Peace is located at 5654 So Prince, Downtown Littleton.
Tue, Oct 12-19, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 2 wks A Knitted Peace
ARCR 1124F01-68266 $59
SEWING
Sewing for Beginners or as a Refresher
Karen Crowder
Is your sewing machine gathering dust because you don’t remember how to use it or you never really learned how? Learn the basics while using a pattern, selecting appropriate material, and constructing an easy project. Bring your machine, enthusiasm and the required equipment. A materials list is posted on the web site www.arapahoe.edu. Click on Community Education and then the Class Supply link.
Tue, Sept 21-Oct 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1127F01-68231 $79
Tue, Oct 19-Nov 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1127F02-68233 $79
More Sewing Skills
Karen Crowder
Learn how to put in an invisible and lap zipper, hem on different weights of fabric, gather fabric easily, shorten pants, take in clothing and other skills that will help you sew a garment or alter clothing. A materials list is posted on the web site www.arapahoe.edu. Click on Community Education and then the Class Supply link.
Thu, Sept 23-Oct 14, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks ACC Campus
ARCR 1119F01-68235 $79
Beginning Wood Carving
Jack Bayman
By carving wildlife such as birds, animals, fish, etc. learn the steps of woodcarving including roughing out, relieving, texturing, painting and mounting. Selection of wood and tools will be covered. Depending on your project, material fee will vary. Bring a drop cloth.
Wed, Sept 22-Nov 10, 6:30-9 p.m., 8 wks The Hudson Gardens & Event Center
ARCR 1055F01-68225 $129, $20-$30 material fee to instructor
The workshops are offered under the expert instruction of Agnes Sanchez. Please note that you must be 18 or older or receive permission from the instructor to enroll. Wear natural fiber clothing (cotton) that covers the body, closed shoes and sunglasses. Questions? Contact the instructor at 303.399.4066 or agnesofglass@gmail.com. All classes are held at Agnes of Glass Studio/Gallery, located at 2717 East 40th Ave, Denver. A map will be mailed to you.
Elite Glass Blowing In One Day: Experience It. Immerse yourself in the fascinating and exciting art form of glass blowing. In this hands-on workshop, learn the fundamentals on health and safety in the studio, how to manipulate and work molten glass on a blow pipe and punty rod and use specific tools to create your own masterpieces to take home. You will receive individual guidance in making a paperweight and blown shot glass.
Sat, Sept 11, 11-4 p.m.
ARCR 1155 F04-68308 $169, $90 material fee to instructor
Sat, Oct 16, 11-4 p.m.
ARCR 1155F01-68243 $169, $90 material fee to instructor
Sat, Nov 13, 11-4 p.m.
ARCR 1155F02-68245 $169, $90 material fee to instructor
Sat, Dec 4, 11-4 p.m.
ARCR 1155F03-68246 $169, $90 material fee to instructor
Friday Night Glass Blowing-Extended
The infinite uses of glass and fire have always been a fascination to people all over the world. This hands-on workshop offers the student the physical handling of the glass as well as gaining working knowledge of the principles behind glass blowing. Through the use of unique and proven teaching techniques, emphasis will be placed on increased working temperature, bubble set-up and teamwork. You will experience making solid free-form shapes and basic blown forms and color formation.
Fri, Oct 15-29, 5:30-9 p.m., 3 wks
ARCR 1157F01-68248 $300, $125 material fee to instructor
Fri, Nov 12-26, 5:30-9 p.m., 3 wks
ARCR 1157F02-68250 $300, $125 material fee to instructor
Fri, Dec 3-17, 5:30-9 p.m., 3 wks
ARCR 1157F03-68251 $300, $125 material fee to instructor
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