Adult Classes

Punchong Style Ceramics

Learn traditional Korean style ceramics by Master Instructor Young Shin Kim. Enroll now to create works with both Punchong style techniques and modern influences of today. You will create unique ceramic art that will be both utilitarian and attractive and a great gift for someone special.

Schedule:Tuesday, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Starts 8/31/2010)
Instructor: Young Shin Kim

Native American Ceramics

Learn traditional techniques of Native American Ceramics handed down from generations of clay artists: the art of hand-building and decorating in both modern and traditional techniques using earthenware clay bodies. Mr. Harrison will also lecture on current events of the Native American Art, which give information on exhibits and craft shows throughout southern California and New Mexico.

Schedule: Tuesday, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Instructor: Rowan Harrison

Tai Chi Chuan

This course introduces adults to a Chinese health exercise which is neither vigorous nor strenuous. It is suitable for older adults who want to exercise to gain or maintain good health. It will strengthen the muscles and organs, relax the mind and body, improve blood circulation, and increase memory and concentration.

Schedule: Thursdays, 9:00am – 10:00am (Starts July 29, 2010)

Instructor: Layne

Basic and Advanced Pottery

Having strong influences from both Japan and the western world, Willie Tabata’s class emphasizes functional pieces for day to day use. Students will have the opportunity to use both low fire clay bodies and high fire. Class size is limited. Enroll now to secure a pottery wheel.

Schedule: Wednesday, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Instructor: Willie Tabata

Craft Movement

Learn to combine copper enameling, felting and weaving techniques to create unique and original art works. Projects are designed to expose students to artistic design and to give experience with different artistic methods, techniques, tools, and materials.

Schedule: Wednesday, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Instructor: Marsha Judd

Painting and Design

Learn all the essentials in painting and design and explore the process of trompe l’oeil with Anthony Trasport, master painter and local artist. Class size will be limited to maximize one to one teaching and emphasize original works of art for each student.

Schedule: Monday, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Instructor: Anthony Trasport

Beginning Digital Photography

This course is taught by professional photographers and recognized artistsans in their industries.  Students will learn digital photgraphy while working at their own individual skill level.  Students will also explore lighting, color, texture, composition, and other relevant subjects in the industry.  Students will achieve a solid foundation in both technical and creative photograhic processes.

Schedule: Thursdays, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Instructor: Randall Chambers (Fotoone1.com)
Materials: Bring your own digital camera

Fiber Arts

Explore surface design techniques as a way of creating fabric with your own signature style.  Students will then use these fabrics to create small design exercises intended to open up your creativity.  No sewing machine required

Schedule: Thursdays, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Instructor: Carol Henke (Henkestudio.com)

Soft Pastel Drawing

Students will learn to use soft pastels for draw quick, full color portraits and understanding all aspects of soft pastels and techniques used by working professionals today.  the class will also discover the amazing features soft pastels that can unlock creativity and expression while facing challenges suited for all skill levels.

Schedule: Wednesday, 6:30PM – 8:30 PM
Instructor: Colette Miller