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| phone: 602.787.6800 fax: 602.787.6805 ce.online@pvmail.maricopa.edu PVCC Division of Continuing Education Kranitz Student Center, Rm 204 18401 N. 32nd St. Phoenix, AZ 85032 |
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Drawing Classes Do you feel that you ‘can’t draw a straight line with a ruler’? Would you love to create art but don’t know how to begin or how to move past creative blocks? This class is for you. You will learn how to look for shapes, forms, and perspective in everything around you. Students work with water soluble graphite pencils to draw and paint any subject using easy, natural steps. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Cay Randall - May Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10040
Drawing with Graphite & Charcoal Explore various subjects using different drawing techniques and tools. You will learn technique and shape forming through shadow and light. You will also learn how to blend work using black and white charcoal, graphite and colored pencil. This course will also study hand and portrait studies, right and left hand usage and landscape. We will use a live animal, mannequins and humans as models in the portrait sessions. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Karel Armstrong Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10068
Colored Pencil Basics NEW! This course will introduce drawing with the translucent medium colored pencil. You will learn the basic techniques of blending and layering, how to breakdown color in each color group and create shadows and highlights. Students will complete three color groups and continue on individual projects. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Karel Armstrong Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10161
Pastel Techniques For the beginning artist interested in learning and experimenting with a variety of pastels, papers and techniques. Learn to capture the brilliance of pastels in still-lifes, florals, landscapes or animals using various kinds of paper and techniques. Layer color, achieve texture and experiment with different underpainting methods. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Sue Hunter Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10024
OIL AND ACRYLIC Introduction to Oil Painting NEW! If you ever wanted to learn about oil painting, this class is for you. We will discuss the brushes, paints, painting mediums, palettes, supports and other important basics. There will be demonstrations of various techniques such as dry brush, painting on a torred ground, all prima painting, working with painting knives and glazing with an overview of color basics (value, hue, saturation and temperature) and elements of composition. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Aleksandra Buha Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10157
The Color Wheel NEW! Color serves different purposes when creating artwork. By understanding and knowing the color wheel, you will be able to choose the right mood and overall feeling in your paintings. This class will explore primary, secondary, tertiary, complimentary, split-complimentary and analogous colors. Create your own color wheel and practice mixing the value changes, lowering the intensity of two complimentary colors and much more! Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Aleksandra Buha Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10158 For Oil Paints:
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Color Harmony in Oil/Acrylic NEW! Using a limited palette of seven colors, discover how to mix colors and create a harmonious painting. Learn to use complements to gray colors, identify warm and cool colors and how to use them effectively in a painting. Create values to make a strong statement. Click here for a copy of the supply list. No class. Nov 11. Instructor: Sue Hunter Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10133
Painting from Photographs: Oil/Acrylic Individual and unique styles will be encouraged for the beginner and intermediate artist, as you learn about oil and acrylic media and how to use either of them to create paintings from your personal photos or favorite pictures. Manipulate, enlarge, crop and combine images to create dynamic compositions. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Aleksandra Buha Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10134
Exploring Light and Color with Acrylics: Beginners to Advanced New! Paint along with the instructor using acrylics as she guides you in creating three scenes with different color and value ranges: high, medium, and low. Learn how light can add sparkle, luminosity, and mystery to your paintings. Explore how vibrant color can draw and hold the viewer’s attention like a magnet. This class is for you, even if you are a beginner, because the instructor will explain and demonstrate every step of the painting process as you work with her. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Cay Randall - May Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10159
WATERCOLOR Top of Page Watercolor Fun Learn about color, value, composition and warm/cool palettes. Experiment with: wet - into - wet, direct painting, select painting, glazing and layering. Compose photos and still - lifes to capture your vision and eliminate unwanted objects in your paintings. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Sue Hunter Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10032
Landscape Watercolor (Beg/Int) This class will introduce the basics of watercolors and watercolor washes. You will experiment with color blending on paper and juxtaposed colors. Projects will include line drawing for positioning and techniques to create individual designs. Loose and bold ideas will be detailed in impressionistic style. We will also learn how to pour pigments and drop color to produce light and lively landscape paintings. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Karel Armstrong Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10033
Pen & Ink with Watercolor NEW! Be encouraged to explore and apply different texturing techniques to your work and use them separately or combined to produce countless effects. Through various demonstrations improve your skills while learning to combine these exciting mediums. Use different brushes and tools to apply and or remove paints using various techniques. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Aleksandra Buha Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10150
Watercolor, Collage & Ink NEW! Learn new and creative ways of exploring various mediums. You will work with watercolor washes, inks and collage materials to create unique pieces of art. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Karel Armstrong Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10151
Top of Page UNIQUE ART CLASSES Monotype Printing In this class you will create unique images that are transferred by hand (no press needed) from a flat surface, called a ‘plate’, to paper. Students will have the opportunity to experience printing from plates made of glass, plastic, art board, collaged plates, and gelatin. Several types of printing inks, as well as acrylic and oil paints, will be demonstrated. Learn how to make and use engraved blocks of various materials and stencils. Students of all experience levels, from beginner to advanced, will enjoy this class. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Cay Randall - May Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10131
Mat Cutting Workshop Save hundreds of dollars when you learn to cut your own mats in this hands-on workshop. Bring your photo or art piece and learn to measure, cut & double mat it. Bring 4 matboards (2 light/neutral outer mats and 2 darker inner mats). An inner and an outer mat will be cut in class. If you make a mistake, or if time allows, the remaining two may be cut. Other materials provided. Bring a mat cutter if you own one. Register early as this class size is very limited. Instructor: Sue Hunter Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10021
Fun with Collage NEW! Transform everyday materials, mementos and decorations into collage. This art can be produced easily and is inexpensive. It presents a personal, spontaneous way of working with various materials from paper to fabric. Explore fabric collage, collagraphy and found object collage. You will be able to use leftover pieces of artwork and old sketches to create something new and exciting. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Aleksandra Buha Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10149
ArtSmart: Promote & Sell Your Art Are you ready to get serious about the business side of your art? You will benefit from this seminar if you are: planning a new career in the arts; already a successful working artist or; at a point in your career where it is time to take that next step toward promoting and selling your work. Discover how to create a professional work environment, learn techniques in self - promotion, establish lasting artist/gallery relations and protect your creative rights. Artists of all disciplines are welcome. A $10 workbook fee is payable in class. Bring a sack lunch. Instructor: John Attardi Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10087
KNIT,QUILT, WEAVE Top of Page Knitting and Crochet 101 Come learn the history of these ancient arts in this fun and educational course! Whether you are a beginner or it’s been a long time, you will enjoy learning the knitting and crocheting skills that ties cultures and time together! Materials are $15 and payable to the instructor at the first class (cash only please). Instructor: Lindaruth Estes Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10122
Beginning Hand-Tied Quilting If you can tie a knot you can learn the art of Hand Tied Quilting! Tying refers to the technique of using thread, yarn or ribbon to pass through all three layers of a quilt. Make a small blanket, or group wall hanging, sewing all parts to a quilt by hand. Knowing how to quilt is not necessary. Instructor: Lindaruth Estes Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10123
Beginning Navajo Weaving Learn to weave the traditional Navajo way while gaining an understanding of the spiritual and cultural aspects of this art. Beginning with spinning the wool, you will learn to warp the loom, design a rug, and weave the traditional Navajo way using authentic Navajo tools, supplies and techniques. Materials such as wool, spindle, battens, combs and needle will be provided. Looms and suppliers will be discussed in the first class. Price will range from $100 - $200 for a loom. Instructor: Grace Meeth Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10049
STAINED GLASS Top of Page Stained Glass: Beginning Beginning students learn basic glass cutting techniques, characteristics and history of glass use, copper foil (Tiffany) technique and box constructions. Physically challenged students may need to work with pre-cut glass. A basic glass packet is included in the course fee and click here for the additional materials needed. Additional materials to get started in stained glass cost $150 - $250. Instructor: Russell Lunceford Cont_ed Course #100-10028
Stained Glass: Intermediate & Advanced For those who have already fallen in love with the craft of stained glass, you will create beautiful stained glass pieces in this class. Increase your abilities in glass cutting, foiling and soldering. Physically challenged students may need to work with pre-cut glass. Intermediate students work on leaded glass panels and lamp construction. Lead cutter is needed beyond the beginning level. Advanced students will work on individual and special projects and other techniques. Click here for a copy of the supply list. Instructor: Russell Lunceford Cont_ed Course #100-10162
BOB ROSS® ONE DAY WORKSHOPS  The Footbridge NEW! This landscape painting with an old-time footbridge over a river includes a brilliant sunset and meandering path. Click here for a copy of the material list and Bob Ross details. Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10152
 Desert Hues NEW! This southwestern desert of distant mountains, red rocks, and majestic cactus has never been so easy to paint. Click here for a copy of the material list and Bob Ross details. Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10153
Framed beautifully with evergreens, this wooded scene overlooks a peaceful lake. Click here for a copy of the material list and Bob Ross details. Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10154
 In the Midst of Winter NEW! Dozens of shades of blues create this sparkling landscape painting of a barn in a snow-covered clearing. Click here for a copy of the material list and Bob Ross details. Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10155
Top of Page Jewelry classes are held at Creative U in Carefree *For a map to Creative U at 7202 E Cave Creek Rd, Carefree, AZ 85377 click here. For pictures of sample pieces click here. Wirework 101: Spiral Earrings Make gorgeous spiral earrings by shaping and hammering a simple piece of sterling silver wire. Materials fee of $2.50 payable to instructor in class. Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10137
Wirework 103: Glass Bead Necklace Show off a unique glass bead with this innovative pendant design made with sterling silver wire. Also learn to make an adjustable leather cord necklace. Materials fee of $20 payable to instructor in class. Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10139
Intro to Jewelry Making NEW! Learn these basic jewelry techniques and you’ll be able to make an infinite number of items. Texture metal, cut discs, wire-wrap beads, and make jump rings. Materials fee of $10 payable to instructor in class. Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10147
Chain Jewelry 102: Flower Bracelet Learn to incorporate various sizes of sterling silver rings into “flowers” and join them into a spectacular bracelet or unique watchband. Materials fee of $35 payable to instructor in class. Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10141
Chain Jewelry 103: 3x3 Bracelet NEW! Learn to wrap and cut your own jump rings and join them into this gorgeous sterling silver bracelet. Materials fee of $65 payable to instructor in class. Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-10148
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