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To register by phone using a Visa or MasterCard, call 336.734.7023 option 2.
Calligraphy
Learn how to write in style with Calligraphy. In a class designed for beginners, the Italic alphabet is a popular introduction to the art of the broad edged pen. Students will be offered a step-by-step approach to the basic technique, letter forms, word, line and page spacing of this beautiful and graceful calligraphic hand. The Italic alphabet lends itself to a wide variety of applications. The course can also be used as a refresher.
| Dates | Days | Times | Location | Cost | Units | Course Code | Parking Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2020 - 04/27/2020 |
Mon | 06:30PM - 08:30PM | SFRC South Fork Rec Center 100 | $70.00 | 1.60 | 133758 | No |
Crocheting
Learn the basic stitches in crocheting, beginning with a simple project such as a potholder or bring your individual project to get started on your keepsake.
| Dates | Days | Times | Location | Cost | Units | Course Code | Parking Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2020 - 03/04/2020 |
Wed | 01:00PM - 04:00PM | SFRC South Fork Rec Center 100 | $70.00 | 2.40 | 133729 | No |
| 03/25/2020 - 05/13/2020 |
Wed | 01:00PM - 04:00PM | SFRC South Fork Rec Center 100 | $70.00 | 2.40 | 133910 | No |
Drawing: Basic Techniques
Before you begin your masterpiece in acrylic, oil, or watercolor, spend four Tuesday’s with Ginnie Conaway to learn the fundamentals of drawing. You will learn to draw what you see, not what you think you see. Learn to make your shapes appear three dimensional with the use of shading and values. The class will begin in pencil and you can move to pen work if you wish.
| Dates | Days | Times | Location | Cost | Units | Course Code | Parking Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2020 - 02/04/2020 |
Tue | 09:30AM - 12:30PM | West Campus 15 | $60.00 | 1.20 | 133812 | Yes |
Drawing: Basic Techniques Supply List
Drawing in Color
This class will explore colored-pencil techniques in drawing and discuss color, light and composition. Prior drawing experience is helpful.
| Dates | Days | Times | Location | Cost | Units | Course Code | Parking Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/16/2020 - 03/05/2020 |
Thu | 09:00AM - 12:00PM | MILP Miller Pk Rec. Ctr. 100 | $70.00 | 2.40 | 133642 | No |
| 03/19/2020 - 05/07/2020 |
Thu | 09:00AM - 12:00PM | MILP Miller Pk Rec. Ctr. 100 | $70.00 | 2.40 | 133653 | No |
Drawing: Intermediate
Improve your basic drawing skills by learning to use shading and texture to make a flower or figure appear three-dimensional. Learn how to use values and perspective to create a feeling of distance in a landscape or cityscape. Understand what makes a good composition and how to edit your reference photos to get it. You can choose to draw still-life, animals, flowers, figures, or landscapes. We’ll discuss how to take photo references and where to find some of the best on the internet.
| Dates | Days | Times | Location | Cost | Units | Course Code | Parking Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2020 - 03/10/2020 |
Tue | 09:30AM - 12:30PM | West Campus 15 | $60.00 | 1.20 | 133647 | Yes |
Drawing: Intermediate Supply List
Drawing: Portraits
Learn the placement of facial features, how to add shading to create believable form, and capture expression. Add color by working in your favorite medium.
| Dates | Days | Times | Location | Cost | Units | Course Code | Parking Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2020 - 05/12/2020 |
Tue | 09:30AM - 12:30PM | West Campus 15 | $70.00 | 1.80 | 133915 | Yes |
Drawing: Portraits Supply List
Flower Arranging
Susie Gordon is the instructor and in 2017 received the Arranger of the Year from NC State Florist Association. Learn to make gorgeous flower arrangements using flowers from your yard, grocery store or a local florist. Learn all the tricks from the professionals to make stunning designs. The cost of flowers is included in the registration fee.
| Dates | Days | Times | Location | Cost | Units | Course Code | Parking Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/24/2020 - 04/28/2020 |
Tue | 06:00PM - 08:00PM | SFRC South Fork Rec Center 100 | $115.00 | 1.20 | 133652 | No |
Painting: Acrylic
Learn the application, mixing and blending of color and a variety of techniques used in acrylic painting. Learn how to create a composition such as landscapes, seascapes and still life.
| Dates | Days | Times | Location | Cost | Units | Course Code | Parking Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/09/2020 - 02/27/2020 |
Thu | 09:30AM - 12:30PM | West Campus 15 | $70.00 | 2.40 | 133640 | Yes |
| 03/19/2020 - 05/07/2020 |
Thu | 09:30AM - 12:30PM | West Campus 15 | $70.00 | 2.40 | 133908 | Yes |
Painting: Oil All Levels
All levels of students from beginners to advanced will meet to explore the proper use of this exciting medium; especially color mixing, application and brush techniques. We will work from photos and nature while studying the styles of the master oil painters.
| Dates | Days | Times | Location | Cost | Units | Course Code | Parking Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2020 - 03/18/2020 |
Wed | 09:00AM - 12:00PM | West Campus 15 | $84.00 | 1.80 | 133806 | Yes |
| 04/01/2020 - 05/06/2020 |
Wed | 09:00AM - 12:00PM | West Campus 15 | $84.00 | 1.80 | 133658 | Yes |
Painting: Oil All Levels Supply List
Painting: Watercolor
Gain a basic understanding of watercolor painting of still life and landscapes through lecture and accomplishments.
| Dates | Days | Times | Location | Cost | Units | Course Code | Parking Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/10/2020 - 02/28/2020 |
Fri | 09:30AM - 12:30PM | West Campus 15 | $70.00 | 2.40 | 133724 | Yes |
| 03/20/2020 - 05/15/2020 |
Fri | 09:30AM - 12:30PM | West Campus 15 | $70.00 | 2.40 | 133909 | Yes |
Painting: Watercolor Supply List
Picture Framing and Matting
This class for beginners and continuing participants covers each step in the process of matting and framing. You will complete several projects to take home.
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Silversmithing
This metalworking course for beginning and continuing participants focuses on fabricating jewelry. Ring design, soldering, bezel construction and stone setting are included. Continuing participants may bring their own projects to complete.
| Dates | Days | Times | Location | Cost | Units | Course Code | Parking Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/22/2020 - 03/11/2020 |
Wed | 06:00PM - 09:00PM | West Campus 34 | $100.00 | 2.40 | 133644 | Yes |
| 03/25/2020 - 04/08/2020 04/22/2020 - 05/06/2020 |
Wed Wed | 06:00PM - 09:00PM 06:00PM - 09:00PM | West Campus 34 West Campus 34 | $80.00 | 1.80 | 133656 | Yes |
Stained Glass – All Levels
Beginners explore the qualities of stained glass methods with copper foil or leaded techniques learning fabrication processes of cutting glass, foiling, leading and soldering. Intermediate and advanced participants may explore painting with vitreous paints or fused glass elements as a component to their projects, filigree and/or sandblasting.
| Dates | Days | Times | Location | Cost | Units | Course Code | Parking Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2020 - 04/23/2020 |
Thu | 06:00PM - 09:00PM | West Campus 34 | $90.00 | 2.40 | 133760 | Yes |
Woodworking
First time students will create a footstool using most of the power tools in our carpentry lab (approximately 3 weeks).You will learn about equipment safety, see demonstration of woodworking power machines and enjoy hands on learning. Once your project is complete to your satisfaction, you may work on an individual project. Please bring all supplies to the first class.
| Dates | Days | Times | Location | Cost | Units | Course Code | Parking Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/24/2020 - 05/12/2020 |
Tue | 06:00PM - 09:00PM | RLS Robert L. Strickland Ctr. 1297 | $90.00 | 2.40 | 133655 | Yes |
