MIXED MEDIA

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, Apr 16-May 21, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 6 wks      ACC Campus
ARCR 1099S01-78577      $119, $24 material fee to instructor

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.

Tue, June 8-22, 1:30-4:30 p.m. 3 wks  ACC Campus
ARCR 1067S01-78585      $79

PAINTING

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, Apr 8-May 13, 2-5 p.m., 6 wks      ACC Campus This class is full
ARCR 1061S01-78578      $119

Thu, Apr 8-May 13, 6-9 p.m., 6 wks     ACC Campus This class is full
ARCR 1061S02-78579      $119

Exploring Acrylics

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. Bring a drop cloth.

Tue, Mar 9-Apr 6, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 5 wks     ACC Art & Design Center 2010
ARCR 1109W02-78147     $109

Wed, Apr 7-May 12, 6-9 p.m., 6wks      ACC Campus
ARCR 1109S01-78580      $119 (Staff)

Thu, Apr 15-May 20, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 6 wks      ACC Campus
ARCR 1109S02-78581      $119 (Schultz)

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.

Thu, May 27-June 17, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 4 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1064S01-78584      $99

Beginning Watercolor

Staff
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.

Tue, Apr 6-May 11, 6-9 p.m., 6 wks      ACC Campus
ARCR 1110S01-78582      $119

The Joy of Pastel

Joy Schultz
Learn about the different types of pastels and papers. Explore a variety of techniques from drawing to painting. Experiment with color mixing, planning a composition, and capturing light and show in a still life, landscape, and figure painting. Supply list. Bring a drop cloth.

Wed, Mar 10-Apr 7, 6-9 p.m., 5 wks     ACC North 1080
ARCR 1088W01-78149     $109

Mon, Apr 12-May 10, noon-3 p.m., 5 wks      ACC Campus
ARCR 1088S01-78583      $109

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. A materials list is posted on the web site www.arapahoe.edu. Click on Community Education and then the Class Supply List link. Bring a drop cloth. *No class May 31.

Mon, May 17-June 14*, 9-noon, 4 wks      The Hudson Gardens & Events Center
ARCR 1098S01-78586      $99

DRAWING

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, Feb 4-Mar 11, 6:30-9 p.m., 6 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1101W02-78152     $109

Thu, Apr 22-May 27, 6:30-9 p.m., 6 wks  ACC Campus
ARCR 1101S01-78588     $109

Continuing Basic Drawing: Portraits

Valorie Snyder
This class builds on the right brain training exercises covered in Valorie Snyder’s Basic Drawing I class. (Attending that class is helpful but not required). Emphasis is on learning to see accurately through portrait drawing.  Learn how to draw faces from profile, ¾, and full front views, how to get an accurate likeness, and tips about drawing each of the features. Supply list.  For more information, check out Valorie’s blog at www.valoriesnyderart.blogspot.com.

Tue, Apr 6-May 11, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 6 wks      ACC Campus
ARCR 1103S01-78589      $109

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.

Fri, Jan 29-Mar 5, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 6 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1117W01-78155     $119

Thu, Mar 11-Apr 8, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 5 wks     ACC Campus This section is closed
ARCR 1117W02-78156     $109

Tue, Apr 13-May 18, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 6 wks   ACC Campus
ARCR 1117S01-78590     $119

Creative Sketching in Ink

Joy Schultz
Continue to develop seeing and sketching skills. Explore creatively playing with and developing selected sketches using a variety of media, such as watercolor, India ink, colored pencils and pastels. Supply list.

Fri, Mar 12-Apr 9, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 5 wks     ACC Campus This section is closed
ARCR 1089W01-78157     $109

Tue, May 25-June 1, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 2 wks  ACC Campus
ARCR 1089S01-78591      $59

Fun Sketching: Live at the Platte River

Joy Schultz
Continue to develop your skills of seeing, selecting, simplifying and interpreting expressively what is around you. While focusing on capturing line and value quickly and accurately, begin to explore texture and color with the introduction of pen and wash. Meet at ACC and walk over to the river. Please wear walking shoes and bring a very lightweight portable stool if desired. Beginners welcome. Supply list.

Fri, May 28-June 18, 1:30-4 p.m., 4 weeks    ACC Campus
ARCR 1062S01-78587      $99

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.

Tue, Apr 27-May 11, 6:30-9 p.m., 3 wks      ACC Campus
ARCR 1140S01-78576      $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. Supply list.

Tue, Apr 6-27, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks      ACC Campus
ARCR 1127S01-78592     $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. Supply list.

Thu, Mar 4-25, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1119W01-78171     $79

Thu, Apr 8-Apr 29, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks   ACC Campus
ARCR 1119S01-78593     $79

CROCHETING

Create Some Spring 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.

Shelly Stephens has taught men and women to initiate and perfect this traditional craft.

Wed, Apr 7-28, 6-8 p.m., 4 wks      ACC Campus
ARCR 1122S01-78594      $59

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 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.

Alisa Phelps is a PMC Guild Certified Artisan and owner of her own jewelry making company.

Thu, Mar 18-25, 6-9 p.m., 2 wks  AlisaP Design Studio
ARCR 1120W02-78178      $69 plus materials*

Mon, Apr 12-19, 6-9 p.m., 2 wks AlisaP Design Studio
ARCR 1120S01-78595      $69 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.

Mon, May 3-10, 6-9 p.m., 2 wks AlisaP Design Studio
ARCR 1136S01-78596      $69 plus materials*

WOOD CRAFTS

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, Apr 7-May 26, 6:30-9 p.m., 8 wks   The Hudson Gardens & Event Center
ARCR 1055S01-78597   $109, $20-$30 material fee to instructor

CALLIGRAPHY

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 March 17.**No class May 19.

Evette Goldstein is an artist and calligraphist who owns a custom calligraphy company.

Wed, Feb 24-Mar 31, 6-8 p.m., 5 wks*     ACC Church Street Building 3080
ARCR 1104W01-78187     $79, *$30 material fee to instructor

Wed, May 5-June 9, 6-8 p.m., 5 wks* *    ACC Campus
ARCR 1104S01-78598      $79, $30 material fee to instructor

GLASS BLOWING

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, Mar 6, 11-5 p.m.
ARCR 1155W05-78163     $169, $90 material fee to instructor

Sat, Mar 27, 11-5 p.m.
ARCR 1155W06-78164     $169, $90 material fee to instructor

Sat, Apr 10, 11-5 p.m. 
ARCR 1155S01-78599      $169, $90 material fee to instructor

Sat, Apr 17, 11-5 p.m.
ARCR 1155S02-78600      $169, $90 material fee to instructor

Sat, May 8, 11-5 p.m.
ARCR 1155S03-78601      $169, $90 material fee to instructor

Sat, May 15, 11-5 p.m. 
ARCR 1155S04-78602      $169, $90 material fee to instructor

WEEKEND GLASS BLOWING

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.

Sun, Mar 14-28, 5:30-9 p.m., 3 wks
ARCR 1157W03-78169     $300, $125 material fee to instructor

Fri, Apr 16-30 5:30-9 p.m., 3 wks
ARCR 1157S01-78603      $300, $125 material fee to instructor

Fri, May 14-28, 5:30-9 p.m., 3 wks
ARCR 1157S02-78604      $300, $125 material fee to instructor