Creative Cartooning – Beginning Ages 15+
Ever wanted to take your character doodles and sketches and turn them into polished comic strips, comic books, graphic novels, or even greeting cards? If your answer is “Yes,” then this is the class for you. We will cover the following: Common tools of the trade, character design and layout processes, brainstorming gags and story lines, penciling, inking and coloring tips and techniques, as well as ways to get your creations into the cartooning marketplace. Visit Mr. Sayer online @ www.artworkbysayer.com.

Drawing – Beginning Ages 15+
This course will introduce the beginning drawer to the Elements of Art (line, shape, form, space, value, texture, and color) along with the Principles of Design (balance, movement, emphasis, variety, rhythm, proportion, and unity). There will be a variety of drawing exercises along with four drawing projects (Still-Life, Initials Value, Landscape, and Pop-Art). Discover the artist in you and remember, there are NO grades in this course. See you soon! Visit Mr. Sayer online @ www.artworkbysayer.com.

Portrait Drawing
Everyone can draw! You will learn drawing skills to complete a true-to-life portrait by using the proper materials, as well as choosing the right photo. An emphasis will be placed on creating your own style. You will then be on your way to drawing portraits of those around you with enjoyment and ease. Ms. Valdez graduated with a Studio Art Degree. She has been drawing for the past 12 years and has now transitioned into oil painting. Her work will be displayed in upcoming shows. Materials list will be provided on the first night.

Pottery – Beginning
You will be introduced to the methods of pottery making, using the basic processes and techniques of the potter's craft. You will begin the semester by learning to hand-build vessels and other forms using the pinching, coiling, and slab-rolling techniques. Later in the semester, you will be introduced to the use of the potter's wheel for making basic cylinder forms, which can then be altered into more interesting shapes. Glazing will be introduced at the end of the semester to finish the semester's class projects. A materials fee of $15 is payable to the instructor on the first night of class.

CE68-2024 Th 5:30-8:30pm  6/16-8/4   8 Classes BHS 454 Wood $84

Pottery – Intermediate Level
In this class you will explore further the craft of the potter, developing the basic pinching, coiling, and slab-rolling techniques into better crafted forms, as well as learning more advanced wheel-throwing techniques to produce interesting shapes beyond the basic cylinder and bowl. Select class projects will be glazed towards the end of the semester. Better craftsmanship is emphasized in this class. Previous skills in clay work and especially in wheel-throwing is a must. A materials fee of $15 is payable to the instructor on the first night of class. 

Sculpting the Human Form – Figure Modeling Ages 15+
Imagine being able to sculpt a human form completely customized to your own specifications. Class is designed for the beginning artist. Your teacher will demonstrate techniques used by master figure modelers, toy makers, and film industry artist. We will focus on ways to approach certain areas of the human form, and sculpt a small scale version of your favorite character. Prior experience is not necessary, but if you apply these lessons in your daily practice, you’ll be sculpting like a professional in no time. The first class meets for 1 hour to discuss needed supplies, and to review the curriculum.

Watercolor Painting – All Levels
These classes will teach beginning students the skills needed to paint exciting watercolors. Experienced students will learn from coaching and observing demonstrations. Information on matting, framing, and how to exhibit and sell paintings is also covered. . Ms. Owens is an award winning artist, having recently won several awards at the Old West & Rodeo Art Show, including the ‘Mary Krause’ Award. Bring any supplies you have to the first class. A supply list will be provided the first night of class.