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.

Thu, Jan 28-Mar 4, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 6 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1099W01-78141     $119, $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, Jan 28-Mar 4, 2-5 p.m., 6 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1061W01-78142     $119

Thu, Jan 28-Mar 4, 6-9 p.m., 6 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1061W02-78144     $119

Exploring Acrylics

Joy Schultz
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, Jan 26-Mar 2, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 6 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1109W01-78145     $119

Tue, Mar 9-Apr 6, 1:30-4:30 p.m., 5 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1109W02-78147     $109

Beginning Watercolor

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.

Wed, Jan 27-Mar 3, 6-9 p.m., 6 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1110W01-78148     $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 Campus
ARCR 1088W01-78149     $109

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 11-18, 12:30-5 p.m., 2 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1064F01-66036     $79

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

Basic Drawing: Using the Right Side of the Brain Technique

Valorie Snyder
Have you ever wished you could draw well but wondered whether you could? Discover how to “see” differently so that you can draw more accurately. Learn right brain and old master exercises, as well as one-point and two-point perspective. Receive new exercises each class to practice during the week. Supply list.  For more information, check out Valorie’s blog at www.valoriesnyderart.blogspot.com.

Tue, Jan 26-Mar 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 6 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1101W01-78154     $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
ARCR 1117W02-78156     $109

Creative Sketching

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.

Mon, Dec 7-14, noon-3 p.m., 2 wks   ACC Campus
ARCR 1089F01-66023          $59

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

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.

Thu, Feb 4-25, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1127W01-78170     $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

CROCHETING
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, Feb 3-24, 6-8 p.m., 4 wks      ACC Campus
ARCR 1122W01-78172     $59

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, Feb 9-16, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 2 wks     A Knitted Peace
ARCR 1124W01-78173     $49

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.

Mon, Feb 1-8, 6-9 p.m., 2 wks     AlisaP Design Studio
ARCR 1120W01-78176     $69 plus materials*

Thu, Mar 18-25, 6-9 p.m., 2 wks     AlisaP Design Studio
ARCR 1120W02-78178     $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, Feb 15-22, 6-9 p.m., 2 wks     AlisaP Design Studio
ARCR 1136W01-78180     $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, Jan 27-Mar 17, 6:30-9 p.m., 8 wks     The HudsonGardens & Event Center
ARCR 1055W01-78183     $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.

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 Campus
ARCR 1104W01-78187     $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, 11-5 p.m., Dec 5
ARCR 1155F07-66044     $169, $90 material fee to instructor

 Sat, Jan 9, 11-5 p.m.
ARCR 1155W01-78159     $169, $90 material fee to instructor

Sat, Jan 23, 11-5 p.m.
ARCR 1155W02-78160     $169, $90 material fee to instructor

Sat, Feb 6, 11-5 p.m.
ARCR 1155W03-78161     $169, $90 material fee to instructor

Sat, Feb 20, 11-5 p.m.
ARCR 1155W04-78162     $169, $90 material fee to instructor

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

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.

Fri, Dec 4-Dec 18, 5:30-9 p.m., 3 wks
ARCR 1157F04-66048     $300, $125 material fee to instructor

 Fri, Jan 15-29, 5:30-9 p.m., 3 wks
ARCR 1157W01-78166     $300, $125 material fee to instructor

Fri, Feb 12-26, 5:30-9 p.m., 3 wks
ARCR 1157W02-78168     $300, $125 material fee to instructor

Sun, Mar 14-28, 5:30-9 p.m., 3 wks
ARCR 1157W03-78169     $300, $125 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, Dec 1-15, noon-3 p.m., 3 wks     ACC Campus
ARCR 1067F01-66035          $79

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.

Tue, Dec 1-8, 6-9 p.m., 2 wks — AlisaP Design Studio
ARCR 1137F01-66378 — $69 plus materials*