Arts

For all questions, inquiries and suggestions please send an e-mail to forsythtechcced@forsythtech.edu.

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.  

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
3/4/2019 TO 4/29/2019	M	South Fork Recreation Center Rm. 100	6:00 PM TO  9:00 PM	F. Paige	$65.00	126645	NO

Calligraphy Supply List

 

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.

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
1/16/2019 TO 3/6/2019	W	South Fork Recreation Center Rm. 100	1:00 PM TO  4:00 PM	J. Jester	$65.00	126617	NO

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
3/20/2019 TO 5/8/2019	W	South Fork Recreation Center Rm. 100	1:00 PM TO  4:00 PM	J. Jester	$65.00	126655	NO

Crocheting Supply List

 

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.

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
1/29/2019 TO 2/19/2019	T	West Campus, Rm. 15	9:30 AM to  12:30 PM	V. Conaway	$55.00	126631	NO

Drawing: Basic Techniques Supply List

 

Drawing in Color

Spring

This class will explore colored-pencil techniques in drawing and discuss color, light and composition. Prior drawing experience is helpful.

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
1/17/2019 TO 3/7/2019	TH	Miller Park Recreation Center, Rm. 100	9:00 AM TO 12:00 PM	D. Stewart	$65.00	126627	NO

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
3/21/2019 TO 5/9/2019	TH	Miller Park Recreation Center, Rm. 100	9:00 AM TO 12:00 PM	D. Stewart	$65.00	126659	NO

Drawing in Color Supply List

 

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.

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
4/9/2019 TO 4/30/2019	T	West Campus, Rm. 15	9:30 AM to  12:30 PM	V. Conaway	$55.00	126737	NO

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.

Fall 2018

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
11/6/2018 TO 12/11/2018	T	West Campus, Rm. 15	9:30 AM to  12:30 PM	V. Conaway	$65.00	125216	YES

Drawing: Portraits Supply List

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
4/9/2019 TO 5/14/2019	T	West Campus, Rm. 15	1:30 PM TO  4:30 PM	V. Conaway	$65.00	126673	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.

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
3/12/2019 TO 4/16/2019	T	South Fork Recreation Center, Rm. 100	6:00 PM TO 8:00 PM	S. Gordon	$110.00	126653	NO

Flower Arranging Supply List

 

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.

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
1/10/2019 TO 2/28/2019	TH	West Campus, Rm. 15	9:30 AM TO  12:30 PM	V. Conaway	$65.00	126613	YES

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
3/28/2019 TO 5/16/2019	TH	West Campus, Rm. 15	9:30 AM to  12:30 PM	V. Conaway	$65.00	126733	YES

 Painting: Acrylic Supply List

 

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.

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
1/16/2019 TO 3/6/2019	W	West Campus, Rm. 15	9:00 AM TO  12:00 PM	D. Stewart	$65.00	126625	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.

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
1/11/2019 TO 3/1/2019	F	West Campus, Rm. 15	9:30 AM to  12:30 PM	V. Conaway	$65.00	126707	YES

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
3/29/2019 TO 5/17/2019	F	West Campus, Rm. 15	9:30 AM to  12:30 PM	V. Conaway	$65.00	126669	YES

Painting: Watercolor Supply List

 

Painting: Water Media

This class allows student to experiment with any water media, including watercolors, acrylics, gouache, and watercolor pencils. Beginners, will receive an introduction into watercolor and acrylics and the difference between them the first day of class. We keep supplies at a minimum, teaching you how to mix paints to create hues rather than buy a tube of another color. Demonstrations will be done in blending colors, what makes a good paint brush and can you use them for all media, and much more!

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
1/28/2019 TO 3/25/2019	M	West Campus, Rm. 15	6:00 PM TO  8:00 PM	C. Richards	$65.00	126728	YES

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
4/8/2019 TO 5/20/2019	M	West Campus, Rm. 15	6:00 PM TO  8:00 PM	C. Richards	$55.00	128078	YES

Painting: Watermedia 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.

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
2/18/2019 TO 4/15/2019	M	West Campus, Rm. 34	6:00 PM TO 9:00 PM	J. Golden	$85.00	126641	YES

Picture Framing Supply List

 

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.

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
1/16/2019 TO 3/6/2019	W	West Campus, Rm. 34	6:00 PM TO  9:00 PM	L. Rubin	$95.00	126618	YES

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
3/20/2019 TO 5/8/2019	W	West Campus, Rm. 34	6:00 PM TO 9:00 PM	L. Rubin	$95.00	126730	YES

Silversmithing Supply List

 

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.

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req
2/7/2019 TO 3/28/2019	TH	West Campus, Rm. 34	6:00 PM TO  9:00 PM	B. Pettinati Longinotti	$85.00	126716	YES

Stained Glass Supply List

 

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.

Spring

Date	Day	Location	Start To End Time	Instructor	Cost	Course Number	Parking Req.
3/19/2019 to 5/7/2019	TH	Robert L. Strickland Center, Rm. 1297	6:00 PM TO  9:00 PM	S. Danner	$85.00	126729	YES

Woodworking Supply List