Art & Cultural Classes for December 2009 to February 2010

AMAZING ADULT ART 10YRS & UP • $45

Beg-Adv learn techniques of painting in acrylics. Bring 2 copies of the

picture you want to paint (8 x 10). One in color & a black & white photo

copy. No portraits or impressionist unless advanced. All material

furnished. $20 material fee (4-wks) Instructor: Crowder.

51997 • Tu • 6:30-8:30pm •1/5-1/26 Stearns

51998 • Tu • 6:30-8:30pm • 2/2-2/23 Stearns

51995 • Th • 7-9pm • 1/7-1/28 Heartwell

51996 • Th • 7-9pm • 2/4-2/25 Heartwell

 

ARTIST GROUP 18YRS & UP • $5/PER CLASS

Artists of all mediums – come join in with other artists. Bring your own

materials. Build enthusiasm and friendship among other artists. Don’t

work alone. Pay $5 to instructor.

Tu • 9-12pm • Continuous College Estates

 

CALLIGRAPHY IN A DAY 16YRS & UP • $25

Christine, teaching calligraphy for more than 25 years, knows all the

secrets to get you started writing quickly. $15 material fee includes all

supplies and snacks. Instructor: Angeli.

52003 • Sa • 9am-12pm • 2/6 Wardlow

 

JEWELRY FUNDAMENTALS 16YRS & UP • $25

Learn bead stringing, layout, design, proper tools, earring construction

and how to repair your jewelry. Christine will also share with you her

discount supply sources. $12-20 supply fee payable in class. See

www.craftwithme.com for samples. Instructor: Angeli.

52005 • Tu • 7-9:30pm • 2/2 Wardlow

 

AMAZING STAMPING & SCRAPBOOKING 13YRS & UP • $30

Wow your friends and family with stamped, handmade cards

(w/envelopes and coordinating cases), scrapbook pages and gifts. $30

material fee(covers all projects) Pay in class. (3-wks) Space limited.

Instructor: Kessler *No class 1/18, 2/15

52006 • M • 7:30-9:30pm • 1 /4-1/25* College Estates

52007 • M • 7:30-9:30pm • 2/1-2/22* College Estates

 

INTRO TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 18YRS & UP • $50

Enter the exciting world of Digital Photography. If you are considering

the purchase of a digital camera, or just purchased one, this course is

for you. We will discuss cameras, computers, printers, imaging editing

software, scanning and archiving. Learn the basics of editing your

photos, e-mailing and printing them. $5 material fee payable at first

class. Handouts available. (2-wks) Instructor: Boorman.

52010 • W • 7-9:30pm • 2/17-2/24 PR&M Admin

 

BEGINNING PHOTOGRAPHY 16YRS & UP • $55

Learn useful info about camera functions, focusing, lenses, light, file

formats, flash and more. Bring your digital and film camera with

adjustments for shutter and aperture to class and owners manual. (6-

wks) Instructor: Fucile. *Field session 1/30 2-4pm.

52011 • M • 7-9pm • 1/4-2/8* PR&M Admin

 

WOODCARVING LEVEL I 16YRS & UP • $60

You can learn to carve! Basics and guidance will be given to complete

the project. Bring #2 pencil and $9 material fee to first class. Tools supplied

for use in class and available for purchase also. (4-wks) Instructor:

Klempner.

52013 • Tu • 6:30-9:30pm • 1/5-1/26 Heartwell

 

WOODCARVING LEVEL II 16YRS & UP • $60

Prerequisite:Woodcarving Level I or instructor’s approval. Project deals

with negative space. Bring #2 pencil and $9 material fee to first class.

Tools furnished. Personal tools can be ordered. (4-wks) Instructor:

Klempner.

52015 • Tu • 6:30-9:30pm • 2/2-2/23 Heartwell

 

WOODCARVING LEVEL III 16YRS & UP • $60

Prerequisite: Woodcarving Level II or instructor’s approval. An opportunity

to improve your negative space skills. Bring a #2 pencil and $9 material

fee to the first class. Tools furnished. (4-wks) Instructor: Klempner.

52016 • Tu • 6:30-9:30pm •3/2-3/24 Heartwell

 

PLEIN AIR PAINTING GROUP & UP • $48

Paint the landscape outdoors in oil, acrylic, pastel or watercolor. A great

opportunity to join other artists from Beg through Adv. We will paint on

location weather permitting. Bring your own supplies. Parking included

in fee. $11 walk in fee.

52018 • Sa • 1-4pm • 12/5, 12/12, 1/9, 1/23, 2/6, 2/20 Nat Center

 

SELF EXPLORATION

THROUGH COLLAGE ART 18YRS & UP • $27

In a supportive setting express your personal vision through the

process of collage. Using materials provided, you will explore new and

healing aspects of your inner world. Pay $2 material fee. Instructor: Pack.

52026 • Th • 6:30-9:30pm • 1/7 College Est

 

FLORAL DESIGN 18YRS & UP • $40

Learn the techniques of professional florists as you prepare and create

a beautiful, fresh floral arrangement each week. Using seasonal and

holiday themes in both classic and contemporary designs, each session

is unique. Bring $75 (cash only) material fee to first class. Bring scissors.

(5-wk) Instructor has 26 years of experience, Margaret.

52037 • Tu • 7-8:30pm • 1/5-2/2 College Est

 

CHRISTMASWREATHWORKSHOP 18YRS & UP • $25

Make a professional florist quality (think Rogers’ Gardens) to grace your

front door. Learn to make beautiful bows for all your holiday needs.

Teacher will supply all materials. Bring scissors, wire cutters and glue

gun. Material fee $35 cash payable in class. Instructor: Margaret.

50535 • W • 7-8:30pm • 12/2 College Est

 

CHRISTMAS DÉCORWORKSHOP 18YRS & UP • $25

Make the most of nature’s beautiful and fragrant winter offerings.

Projects include fresh greenery garland, cinnamon and orange mulled

cider, orange and clove pomanders, a kissing ball and holiday spice

cones. Teacher will supply materials. Bring scissors and glue gun.

Material fee $50 cash payable at 1st class. Instructor: Margaret. (2 weeks)

50536 • W • 7-8:30pm • 12/9-12/16 College Est

 

WINTERWONDERLAND 18YRS & UP • $25

Create unique arrangements featuring a lush assortment of fragrant

Christmas greens and forest gatherings from Oregon. Perfect for an

elegant dining table, this décor will take you through the holidays and

make your home smell fantastic! Teacher will supply all materials, bring

clippers. Material fee $50 cash payable at 1st class. Instructor:

Margaret. (2 weeks)

50537 • Tu • 7-8:30pm • 12/15-12/22 College Est

 

BRIDALWORKSHOP 17YRS & UP • $50

A fun interactive class for brides-to-be or anyone that would like to learn

the art of piecework. Students will make a boutonniere, corsage, head

wreath, flower girl basket & 2 types of bouquets. Teacher will supply all

materials. $60 material fee payable in class. Bring scissors. (2-wks)

Instructor: Margaret.

52044 • W • 6:30-9:30pm • 1/20-1/27 College Est

 

SUCCULENT GARDEN 18YRS & UP • $25

Plant a beautiful, unique drought-resistant dish garden of succulents &

organic design materials to grace your coffee table or patio. Teacher will

supply all materials. You are welcome to bring your own container. $25

material fee payable to instructor (cash only).

52050 • W • 6:30-8pm •2/24 College Est

 

NEW THE SWEETEST DAY 14YRS & UP • $25

Learn to make whimsical gum paste (sugar clay) embellishments such

as flowers, lace hearts etc. Just in time to decorate your Valentine’s day

bakery treats. Your pastries will take on a gourmet look when accented

with your artistic creations. Teacher will supply materials, just bring

rolling pin and box to transport your clay. $25 material fee pay in class.

Instructor: Margaret.

52067 • W • 6:30-8:30 •2/3 College Est

 

NEW SPRING FLOWERWORKSHOP 14YRS & UP • $30

Break out of winter and enjoy the first show of spring’s beautiful bulb

flowers. Make and take home a high-end florist quality arrangement

each week, including a valentine’s day design. Bring scissors to class.

$45 material fee pay in class. Instructor: Margaret.

52068 • Tu • 7-8:30 • 2/9-2/23 College Est

 

STAINED GLASS (BEG. & BEYOND) 16YRS & UP • $45

Learn lead and copper foil methods to make beautiful stained glass

windows or bring your unfinished projects for help. Must furnish own

tools and supplies (approx. $150). List will be given at first class.

(8-wks) Instructor: Voas.

52069 • Th • 7-9pm • 1/7-2/25 Whaley

 

DRAWING, PAINTING & PORTRAIT 18YRS & UP • $47

For advanced students have some assigned projects using advanced

techniques of materials used. All are encouraged to develop their own

style. Materials include watercolor, oil, acrylic, pastel, pencil, and ink.

Subject matter also includes portrait. $10 material fee payable in class.

(10-wks) Instructor: Venne.

52070 • M • 12-3pm •12/21-2/22 Bixby

 

KNITTING & CROCHET,

BEGINNING & BEYOND 16YRS & UP • $50

Learn to knit and crochet. Beginning or beyond, simple or spectacular,

it’s your choice. Beginning knitters will learn how to cast on, knit, purl

and cast off to create an accent scarf or baby hat. Crocheters will learn

how to chain, single, double and half double crochet while making an

accent scarf. $20-$25 material fee payable at class. (4-wks) Instructor:

Carter. Class held at Alamitos Bay Yarn Company. 174 Marina Dr.

52072 • Tu • 6-7:30pm • 1/5-1/26

52073 • Tu • 6-7:30pm • 2/2-2/23

 

CERAMICSWORKSHOP 18YRS & UP • $45

Learn basic ceramic techniques. Coiling, slabbing, wheel, glazing,

whistles, sculpture. All skill levels welcome. Bring $15 material fee,

notebook & pencil to 1st class. Additional supplies needed, instructor

will provide list. (8-wk). Instructor: Sinclair.

52099 • Sa • noon-3pm • 1/9-2/27 Bixby

 

FAST QUILT 16YRS & UP • $33

Start the year early in December and begin a block of the month sampler.

Great for beginners and more advanced. Learn new teachniques.

Material list at first class. Instructor: Szladek. *no class 12/16,12/23,12/30.

52075 • W • 6:30-9pm • 12/2-1/27* Wardlow

52076 • W • 6:30-9pm • 2/3-3/10 Wardlow

 

SEWING MACHINE BOOT CAMP 18YRS & UP • $25

Do you have a sewing machine, which you don’t know how to use, or

are afraid to use? Come and learn how to use and maintain it. Supply

list at www.sewvacltd.com.

51750 • Tu • 2-5p • 12/29

51751 • Su • 1:30-4:30p • 1/31

51752 • Tu • 6-9p • 2/18

 

SEWING 911 16YRS & UP • $25

Learn emergency clothing repairs e.g. sewing on buttons, mending

seams, and repairing hems. Techniques can be done by hand or

machine. See www.sewvacltd.com for supply list.

51755 • W • 2-5p • 12/30

 

ADULT BEGINNING SEWING 18 YRS. & UP $49

Make an apron and potholder while learning to sue a sewing pattern.

Learn abut textiles, sewing tools and equipment. You will master a

variety of techniques. Sewing machine and pattern are included in fee.

51758 • Sa • 2-4:30p • 1/23-2/13

 

BEYOND BEG SEWING – THE JAMMIES 18 YRS. & UP $49

Students will make a pair of pajamas while learning skills including

basic pattern adjustment, sleeve insertion, creating a facing, and making

button holes, CLASS FEE INCLUDES ONE PATTERN & USE OF

MACHINE. Studentsmust have taken Beg. Sewing or have equivalent skills.

51759 • M • 6-9p • 1/4-1/25

 

BEG SEWING – THE TOTE BAG 18YRS & UP • $59

Make a roomy, zippered tote bag with lots of packets. You will learn:

rotary cutting, how to use a sewing machine, sewing techniques, and

zipper insertion. Pattern and use of sewing macine included.

51756 • W • 5-9 p • 1/6-2/3

 

BEYOND BEGINNING SEWING:

TOP OR BOTTOM 18 YRS. & UP $45

Pre-requisite: Adult beginning sewing or similar level. Students will

make their choise of a cute skirt, women’s top or unisex (or child’s PJ

pants), while learning new skills including modern construction techniques,

following a garment pattern, inserting sleeves and seam finishing,

CLASS FEE INCLUDES ONE PATTERN & USE OF MACHINE. (3-wks.)

51760 • W • 6-9p • 2/10-2/24