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25C7D1 Mixed Media

MIXED MEDIA DRAWING + PAINTING Create complex artwork through the exploration and application of multiple mediums; explore a variety of methods such as image transfer, mono prints, texture development, collage, and glazing. Experiment with paint...

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25C7M8 Abstract Painting

ABSTRACT PAINTING Challenge your approach to abstract painting by exploring acrylic and watercolor media. Experiment with painting on various surfaces using different types of artistic tools. Discover a unique way of developing complex composition from...

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25C7M10 Watercolor Landscape

WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPE Create the atmosphere, mood, and personality of a place using nature as inspiration. Instructor will work with students to choose color palette, develop composition, create perspective, and add detail to their landscape paintings....

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25C7A3 Intro To Drawing

INTRO TO DRAWING Whether you are a novice or just a bit rusty, Intro to Drawing allows you to develop the fundamental skills needed to create representational drawings and gain the confidence to explore new...

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25C7E2 Stained Glass Plus

STAINED GLASS PLUS Learn the techniques of both foiled and leaded stained glass. Students will develop an understanding of the tools, materials, and techniques involved with making windows, lamp shades, or kaleidoscopes throughout the class....

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25C7M5 Oil Painting

OIL PAINTING AND INDEPENDENT STUDY Paint from observation while studying the traditions of oil painting. Gain a working knowledge of chiaroscuro, composition, and the formal issues of color theory using a limited palette. Inspiration will...

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25C7E1 Mosaics For All

MOSAICS FOR ALL Gain inspiration from traditional and contemporary mosaic work in this 8-week class. Use colorful glass, tile, and ceramic pieces to create beautiful patterns, designs, or images as you learn how to cut...

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25C7A2 Intro To Drawing

INTRO TO DRAWING Whether you are a novice or just a bit rusty, Intro to Drawing allows you to develop the fundamental skills needed to create representational drawings and gain the confidence to explore new...

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25C7H1 INTERMEDIATE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

INTERMEDIATE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Join fellow photographers where you will develop your knowledge of digital image-making techniques, advance your understanding of light, exposer, and post process editing of your photos. Your time in the studio will...

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25C7N4 SCULPTURE AND COLLABRATIVE ARTS WORKSHOP

SCULPTURE AND COLLABRATIVE ARTS WORKSHOP Step into a dynamic, cross-disciplinary studio where creatives like painters, performers, designers, and sculptors converge to collaborate, experiment, and build together. This 6-week workshop invites artists from all mediums to...

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25C7M4 Watercolor Projects

WATERCOLOR PROJECTS Learn to express yourself with watercolor. Students will be guided through multiple projects designed to enhance your practice in watercolor and grow your knowledge of the medium while enjoying the company of other...

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Intro to Drawing

INTRO TO DRAWING Whether you are a novice or just a bit rusty, this introduction to drawing class allows you to develop the fundamental skills needed to create representational drawings and gain the confidence to...

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Watercolor and Floral Exploration

WATERCOLOR AND FLORAL EXPLORATION Discover the possibilities of creating from reference or imagination on the canvas through the lens of watercolor and flowers. Students will focus on a variety of techniques and approaches in this...

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Abstract Acrylic, Watercolor, & Mixed Media

ABSTRACT ACRYLIC, WATERCOLOR, AND MIXED MEDIA In this course, students will focus on the full experience of drawing and painting. From observation and technique to concept and creative process. Through exploration of new materials, working...

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Watercolor Projects

WATERCOLOR PROJECTS Learn to express yourself with watercolor. Students will be guided through multiple projects designed to enhance your practice in watercolor and grow your knowledge of the medium while enjoying the company of other...

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Figure Drawing: Contemporary Design

FIGURE DRAWING: CONTEMPORARY DESIGN Students will learn to produce dynamic figure studies and final works from observation of anatomy using the medium of your choice. Go beyond what the figure is doing with a thematic...

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Relief and Open Studio Print Making

RELIEF AND OPEN STUDIO PRINT MAKING Relief is the oldest form of printmaking. It is a straightforward and direct printmaking process that can be done with or without a press. In Introduction to Relief, students...

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Fabrication for Beginners and Independent Study

FABRICATION FOR BEGINNERS AND INDEPENDENT STUDY Join us for the semester in Fabrication for Beginners where students will learn the foundations of unique metals processes. Students will work on soldering and cold joining. Students can...

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All Levels Ceramics

ALL LEVELS CERAMICS Whether you’re new to the potter’s wheel, have a few classes under your belt, or independent and looking for a studio to create work in the company of other artists, this is...

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All Levels Ceramics

ALL LEVELS CERAMICS Whether you’re new to the potter’s wheel, have a few classes under your belt, or independent and looking for a studio to create work in the company of other artists, this is...

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Garden Totems Extravaganza

GARDEN TOTEMS EXTRAVAGANZA Do you love the idea of making your own garden or totem sculpture? Create fun and colorful garden totems for your yard in this 6-week class. Students will explore hand building techniques...

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Advanced and Independent Study: Casting

ADVANCED AND INDEPENDENT STUDY: CASTING Design and create your own one-of-a-kind wearable works of art as you explore casting. Learn the basics of designing 3 dimensional objects, creating a model from wax using carving methods,...

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Intermediate Painting and Drawing

INTERMEDIATE PAINTING & DRAWING Develop your artistic vision and expand your drawing and painting skills in a dynamic studio environment with individual and class critiques. Students will work closely with the instructor to explore concepts...

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Beginning Wheel Throwing

BEGINNING WHEEL THROWING Discover the joy of working with clay and making items you can use. Students will be introduced to the potter’s wheel and all its possibilities. Students will learn to make functional forms,...

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Intermediate, Advanced, and Independent Ceramics

INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED, AND INDEPENDENT STUDIO?CERAMICS Join fellow artists in a dynamic ceramics studio environment to strengthen your artistic voice, all while advancing your knowledge and understanding of form, construction, glazes, and surface design. The instructor...

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Collage: Painting and Drawing

COLLAGE: PAINTING AND DRAWING In this class, students will explore the elements of 2D design while pushing the boundaries of traditional drawing techniques. Using dry materials and unexpected found objects, you’ll build multi-layered surfaces that...

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Intermediate Stained Glass

INTERMEDIATE STAINED GLASS Join fellow glass enthusiasts in this intermediate class to take your education of working with glass to the next level. Students will develop ideas alongside the instructor using studio tools, materials, found...

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Advanced Techniques and Repetitive Forms

ADVANCED TECHNIQUES AND REPETITIVE FORMS Join fellow potters in this skill-building class inspired by production pottery techniques. Designed for intermediate to advanced students, this class will put emphasis on creating clean, consistent, and intentional forms...

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Portrait Photography: Studio Lighting

PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY: STUDIO LIGHTING Learn the fundamentals of portrait photography with off-camera lighting, beginning with single light portraits and progressing to multi-light arrangements in a studio setting. Emphasis will be placed on understanding light quality,...

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Mixed Media Drawing and Painting

MIXED MEDIA DRAWING + PAINTING Create complex artwork through the exploration and application of multiple mediums; explore a variety of methods such as image transfer, mono prints, texture development, collage, and glazing. Experiment with paint...

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Intermediate, Advanced, and Independent Ceramics

INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED, AND INDEPENDENT STUDIO?CERAMICS Join fellow artists in a dynamic ceramics studio environment to strengthen your artistic voice, all while advancing your knowledge and understanding of form, construction, glazes, and surface design. The instructor...

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Watercolor Landscape

WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPE Create the atmosphere, mood, and personality of a place using nature as inspiration. Instructor will work with students to choose color palettes, develop composition, create perspective, and add detail to their landscape paintings....

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Abstract Painting

ABSTRACT PAINTING Challenge your approach to abstract painting by exploring acrylic and watercolor media. Experiment with painting on various surfaces using different types of artistic tools. Discover a unique way of developing complex composition from...

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Intro to Drawing

INTRO TO DRAWING Whether you are a novice or just a bit rusty, this introduction to drawing class allows you to develop the fundamental skills needed to create representational drawings and gain the confidence to...

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Beginning Wheel Throwing

BEGINNING WHEEL THROWING Discover the joy of working with clay and making items you can use. Students will be introduced to the potter’s wheel and all its possibilities. Students will learn to make functional forms,...

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Pastels and Open Studio

PASTELS AND OPEN STUDIO Explore an assortment of pastel techniques and color theory. The underlying properties of pastel and conté will be presented. This class is designed for all levels; instruction will be tailored to...

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Sophisticated Paper Binding

BUT WAIT! THERE’S MORE SOPHISTICATED PAPER BINDING Begin or continue your exploration of paper-bound books. Students will construct at least five more styles of paper bound books, such as the Buttonhole stitch, the 36-shot album,...

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All Levels Ceramics

ALL LEVELS CERAMICS Whether you’re new to the potter’s wheel, have a few classes under your belt, or independent and looking for a studio to create work in the company of other artists, this is...

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Intermediate & Advanced Painting and Drawing

INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED PAINTING & DRAWING Develop your artistic vision and expand your drawing and painting skills in a dynamic open studio environment with individual and class critiques. Students will work closely with the instructor...

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Art for the Curious

ART FOR THE CURIOUS If you have always wanted to take a class but are not sure which one, this class is for you! Art for the Curious is for beginning students who are interested...

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Creative Aging

CREATIVE AGING: STUDIO SERIES Creative Aging is a program designed for adults age 55+ to gather at the Art Center and learn about art while making community connections and fostering cognitive health. These sessions will...

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Mosaics for All

MOSAICS FOR ALL Gain inspiration from traditional and contemporary mosaic work in this 8-week class. Use colorful glass, tile, and ceramic pieces to create beautiful patterns, designs, or images as you learn how to cut...

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Calligraphy: Love Letters

CALLIGRAPHY: LOVE LETTERS Love is in the air and what better way to show those feelings than giving a one-of-a-kind letter to those you care about most. In this workshop, students will learn calligraphy basics...

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Mosaic Making Workshop

MOSAIC MAKING WORKSHOP Be inspired by nature and make a unique small mosaic with fellow students in this one day make and take event. Use colorful glass, tile, and ceramic pieces to create beautiful patterns,...

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Stained Glass Plus

STAINED GLASS PLUS Learn the techniques of both foiled and leaded stained glass. Students will develop an understanding of the tools, materials, and techniques involved with making windows, lamp shades, or kaleidoscopes throughout the class....

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Landscape Oil Painting: Water Mixable Oils

LANDSCAPE OIL PAINTING: WATER MIXABLE OILS Challenge your approach to landscape and oil painting by exploring water mixable oil paint media. Students will be instructed on building depth and value while experimenting with turning drawings...

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Creative Aging

CREATIVE AGING: STUDIO SERIES Creative Aging is a program designed for adults age 55+ to gather at the Art Center and learn about art while making community connections and fostering cognitive health. These sessions will...

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Nature Collage Canvas Workshop

NATURE COLLAGE CANVAS WORKSHOP Let your inspiration from nature be your guide as you create a unique, multimedia collage – sealed and ready to take home by the end of class. You’ll have access to...

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Abstract Calligraphy Workshop

CALLIGRAPHY: ABSTRACT AND EXPERIMENTAL LETTERING TECHNIQUES Join fellow students for this one-day workshop of bringing abstraction to calligraphy. Students will learn to create works using tools aside from the standard calligraphy pen and nibs; students...

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Pysanky Egg Decorating

UKRAINIAN PYSANKY HOLIDAY EGG DECORATION Learn the art of Pysanky decoration in this fun holiday workshop. Pysanka, coming from the verb pysaty meaning “to write” or “to inscribe”, is a Ukrainian egg decorating technique used...

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World of Wine Workshop

WORLD OF WINE: BOTTLE DESIGN AND DECORATION Work on your own or team up with someone to create your own bottle design wrap and decoration for a carrying device in this workshop. While you are...

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Oil Painting and Independent Study

OIL PAINTING AND INDEPENDENT STUDY Paint from observation while studying the traditions of oil painting. Gain a working knowledge of chiaroscuro, composition, and the formal issues of color theory using a limited palette. Inspiration will...

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Art for the Curious

ART FOR THE CURIOUS If you have always wanted to take a class but are not sure which one, this class is for you! Art for the Curious is for beginning students who are interested...

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Creative Aging

CREATIVE AGING: STUDIO SERIES Creative Aging is a program designed for adults age 55+ to gather at the Art Center and learn about art while making community connections and fostering cognitive health. These sessions will...

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Intro to Drawing

INTRO TO DRAWING Whether you are a novice or just a bit rusty, this introduction to drawing class allows you to develop the fundamental skills needed to create representational drawings and gain the confidence to...

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Photography Fundamentals

PHOTOGRAPHY FUNDAMENTALS This class aims to develop your knowledge of digital image-making techniques, such as composition, creating properly exposed images with a camera in manual mode, and editing your photos. The first half will focus...

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Intermediate Painting and Drawing

INTERMEDIATE PAINTING & DRAWING Develop your artistic vision and expand your drawing and painting skills in a dynamic studio environment with individual and class critiques. Students will work closely with the instructor to explore concepts...

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Calligraphy

CALLIGRAPHY Learn the practices of traditional calligraphy and explore modern fonts. Each student will have the opportunity to work with the instructor to develop their own calligraphic style. This class will start with a pointed...

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Watercolor and Floral Exploration

WATERCOLOR AND FLORAL EXPLORATION Discover the possibilities of creating from reference or imagination on the canvas through the lens of watercolor and flowers. Students will focus on a variety of techniques and approaches in this...

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Color Building and Pastels

COLOR BUILDING AND PASTELS Join fellow students for this deep dive into the dynamic contrast one can explore through dry material exploring different avenues in color theory. Students will learn about Layering colors to produce...

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Watercolor Projects

WATERCOLOR PROJECTS Learn to express yourself with watercolor. Students will be guided through multiple projects designed to enhance your practice in watercolor and grow your knowledge of the medium while enjoying the company of other...

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Gothic Calligraphy and Black Metal Logo Design

GOTHIC CALLIGRAPHY AND BLACK METAL LOGO DESIGN Learn the practices of calligraphy and black metal logo making in this 4-week class. Each student will have the opportunity to work with the instructor to develop their...

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Henna and Mandalas Workshop

HENNA AND MANDALAS Students will learn the history of henna, mehndi, and mandalas from South Asia. They will be able to apply temporary tattoos to themselves or other classmates. They will also be able to...

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Mosaic Making Workshop

MOSAIC MAKING WORKSHOP Be inspired by nature and make a unique small mosaic with fellow students in this one day make and take event. Use colorful glass, tile, and ceramic pieces to create beautiful patterns,...

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Creative Aging

CREATIVE AGING: STUDIO SERIES Creative Aging is a program designed for adults age 55+ to gather at the Art Center and learn about art while making community connections and fostering cognitive health. These sessions will...

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Meditation & Painting Workshop

GUIDED MEDITATION AND ABSTRACT PAINTING WORKSHOP Unwind your mind and allow your heart to lead with this dreamy abstract painting class. Enjoy a rejuvenating day of deep breaths, guided meditation and playful art making while...

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