DRAWING
Basic Drawing
— Valorie Snyder
Have you ever wished you could draw well but wondered whether you
could? Learn to “see” differently so that you can draw
more accurately. Explore right brain and old master exercise as
well as one-point and two-point perspective. Receive new exercises
each week to practice. Bring regular #2 pencils, eraser, a good
quality sketch book (wire-bound is best), and a long ruler.
Click here for supply list.
- ARCR 1101F01 — Tue, 6:30-9 p.m., 6 wks, Sept 23-Oct
28
ACC TBA — $99
- ARCR 1101F02 — Tue, 6:30-9 p.m., 6 wks, Nov 4-Dec 9
ACC TBA — $99
Jumpstart Your Sketching
— Joy
Schultz
Learn about and try fun exercises and techniques to help
you capture impressions, inspirations, and experiences quickly
and enjoyably.
Improve your observation and recognition skills and add spontaneity
and freedom to your creative expression. Practice fresh,
fast
sketching, not detailed finished drawings. Bring a sketch
book, 9B woodless
pencil, sump (blending tool), kneaded eraser, pencil sharpener,
and tracing paper. *No class November 28.
- ARCR 1117F01 — Thu,
6:30-9 p.m., 6 wks, Sept 18-Oct 23
ACC TBA — $99
- ARCR 1117F02 — Fri, 1:30-4 p.m., 6 wks, Oct 31-Dec 12*
ACC TBA — $99
 Fun Sketching: Live at the Platte River
— Joy Schultz
Continue to develop your skills of seeing, selecting,
simplifying and interpreting expressively what is around you. While
focusing on capturing line and value quickly and accurately,
begin
to explore texture and color with the introduction of
pen and
wash. Meet at
ACC and walk over to the river. Please wear walking shoes
and bring a very lightweight portable stool if desired.
Beginners welcome.
Click here for supply list.
- ARCR 1062F01 — Thu,
1:30-4 p.m., 6 wks, Sept 18-Oct 23
ACC TBA — $99
ART
IN THE GARDENS
Check in at the Gift Shop and identify yourself as an ACC class
participant. Meet your instructor 10 minutes prior to the class
start time in front of the gift shop at the main parking area.
Classes are held in the Hudson Residence, a one-story home located
northwest of the gift shop
Oil Painting in the Gardens Workshop
— Joanne Burney
Get out and be inspired as the impressionists were,
by the grandeur and color of the garden. Learn to choose a subject
from all that is available and capture that subject as much as
possible during the day. Previous painting experience with oils
required.
Click here for supply list
.
- ARCR 1065F01 — Fri,
9-3 p.m., Sept 12 (1 session)
- ARCR 1065F02 — Sat,
9-3 p.m., Sept 13 (1 session)
The Hudson Gardens & Events Center — $69
Plein Air Pastel Painting
— Joy Schultz
Come learn about composition, value, color and techniques
of pastel while capturing the beautiful surroundings and atmosphere
of Hudson Gardens. No experience necessary.
Click here for supply list.
- ARCR 1098F01 — Fri,
9-noon, 6 wks, Sept 19-Oct 24
The Hudson Gardens & Events Center — $99
 PAINTING
Beginning/Intermediate Oil Painting
— Valorie Snyder
Ever felt lost or frustrated in a painting class?
Not here! Valorie has developed a comprehensive curriculum which
takes you from basic
information such as types of brushes and how to apply paint, and
moves into painting techniques and color theory. Choose your own
subjects as you complete assigned exercises and progress at your
pace. If you have painted before, you can build on what you already
know and fill in information you may have missed in previous art
classes. Class requires the use of non-toxic Tupernoid natural,
rather than turpentine or other dangerous solvents. Click here
for supply list.
No class Nov 27.
- ARCR 1061F01 — Thu,
6:30-9:30 p.m., 6 wks, Sept 18-Oct 23
ACC TBA — $99
- ARCR 1061F02 — Thu, 6:30-9:30 p.m., 6 wks, Oct 30-Dec 11*
ACC TBA — $99
Abstract Acrylic Painting and Collage
— Joy Schultz
Using acrylic paint and collage materials, create
works of art based on personal themes and intentions. Explore sources
of
inspiration, creative warm-ups, choosing a concept, compositional
formats,
and color theory. Learn to start off big with collage materials
as
a way of coming up with new possibilities. All levels welcome.
Click
here for supply list.. Bring an easel and drop
cloth. 
- ARCR 1064F01 — Tue,
1-4 p.m., 6 wks, Sept 16-Oct 21
ACC TBA — $99
- ARCR 1064F02 — Wed, 6:30-9:30 p.m., 6 wks, Sept 24-Oct
29
ACC TBA — $99
Beginning Watercolor
— Joy Schultz
Learn the techniques used in watercolor painting:
drawing, color wheel, mixing colors, types of papers, wet on wet,
dry brush,
spatter, negative painting, experimental scrapings, layered,
etc. to give
you a working knowledge of the medium.
Click
here for supply list. Bring drop cloth.
*No class November
26.
- ARCR 1110F01 — Wed,
1:30-4:30 p.m., 6 wks, Sept 17-Oct 22
ACC TBA — $99
- ARCR 1110F02 — Wed, 6:30-9:30 p.m., 6 wks, Nov 5-Dec 17*
ACC TBA $99
A Dip Into Art
— Joy Schultz
This is your chance to try 6 different media each week
including charcoal, pastel, watercolor, acrylic, mixed
media, and pen
and ink. Discover the fun of each technique. A demonstration
of various
techniques is given as well as the basic elements of
art such as composition, value, and color. No experience is
necessary. Your
material fee covers all materials.
- ARCR 1099F01 — Fri,
1:30-4:30 p.m., 6 wks, Sept 19-Oct 24
ACC TBA — $99, $24 material fee to instructor
Adventures
in Collage and Mixed Media
— Joy Schultz
Experiment, explore, create, and express yourself
using a variety of materials to create visually
exciting images. Learn many
new techniques and effects in combining ink, watercolor,
pastels, acrylics and collage. Bring whatever supplies
and
materials
you
have on
hand. No experience necessary.
Click
here for supply list. Bring an easel and a drop cloth.
*No class November
26.
Joy Schultz loves
to share her enthusiasm for playfulness and experimentation
in the creative process with
all levels of
students. Her work has
been exhibited in local, state and national shows.
She has been active in the Colorado Artists Guild
and the
Pastel Society of
Colorado.
- ARCR 1097F01 — Wed,
1:30-4 p.m., 6 wks, Nov 5-Dec 17*
ACC TBA — $99
CAMCORDERS
How to Take Great Videos
to Wow Your Family and Friends!
— Dave Kinney
Do you want to learn how to shoot video like a pro? Then this class
is for you! Learn about video cameras, exposure, focus, tripods,
lighting and composition. Discover some of the tricks that professionals
use to film your favorite TV shows. Embrace the inner videographer
in you! Tell stories using the exciting, creative medium. Depending
on time, share videos and receive critiques during the second class.
Dave Kinney is a six-time EMMY award winner and has worked in video/
television since 1987. He currently operates his own video production
company and teaches Video Production and Video Editing classes at
Metro in Denver.
- ARCR 1091F01 — Tue,
6:30-9 p.m., 2 wks, Sept 30-Oct 7
ACC TBA — $59, $8 material fee to instructor
DIGITAL PHOTO
Buying a Camera and the Basics
— Andy and Angie Wood/Bob Montgomery
Find out what to look for in buying a digital camera and deciding
which is right for your needs. Learn what the technical terms
mean and discuss basic functions. Discover how to upload your pictures
to a computer and how to store/retrieve them. Find out how to
print
and the best labs to send your photos to. Learn about the different
software and the basics on digitally enhancing your images
Littleton:
- ARCR 1131F01 — Mon,
6-9 p.m., Sept 15 (1 session)
ACC TBA — $44, $3 material fee to instructor
Castle Rock:
- ARCR 1131FC1 — Thu,
6-9 p.m., Oct 9 (1 session)
Castle View High School — $44, $3 material fee to instructor.
Beginning
Digital Photography
— Andy and Angie Wood/Bob Montgomery
For the 35MM and digital camera user who is new to photography
and whose camera has an adjustable aperture and shutter
speed. Explore
the basics of working with the camera and all of its
modes. Focus on aperture, shutter speed, depth of field,
ISO and
exposure. Discover composition principles to create better
photographs.
Bring your
camera and its owner’s manual. Littleton:
- ARCR 1132F01 — Tue,
6:30-9 p.m., 4 wks, Oct 7-Oct 28
ACC TBA — $89, $5 material fee to instructor
Castle Rock:
- ARCR 1132FC1 — Thu,
7-9 p.m., 4 wks, Oct 16-Nov 6
Castle View High School — $89, $5 material fee to instructor
Photo
Safari
— Andy and Angie Wood
Explore the wild world of animal photography
at the zoo! Discuss and practice the techniques
to
take
exceptional photographs of animals in an outdoor
environment. Composition,
lighting,
and
other photographic
techniques are emphasized.
- ARCR 1133F01 — Fri,
10:30-1:30 p.m., Oct 17 (1 session)
The Denver Zoo — $44, plus zoo admissions
fee
Macro
Photography
— Andy and Angie Wood
Discover the secrets of taking great macro photographs.
You must know how to use your camera, change
the settings, and
have a
macro lens. Take pictures of flowers, bugs, water
plants and other subjects
at the The Hudson Gardens & Events Center.
- ARCR 1134F01 — Tue,
5-7 p.m., Sept 30 (1 session)
The Hudson Gardens & Events Center — $44
Introduction to Digital
Photography
— Donald Mammoser
Study with a professional photographer. Emphasis
is on digital camera usage and photography
techniques using
common language,
not technical
jargon. Class meets a total of 3 sessions.
Donald Mammoser is a professional nature
and wildlife photographer from Littleton
whose
photography and
non-fiction writing
has appeared in numerous books, magazines,
and calendars.
- ARCR 1132F02 — Tue/Thu,
6:30-8:30 p.m., 3 sessions Nov 6, 11, 13
ACC TBA — $79, $3 material fee
to instructor
PORTRAITS
Portrait and People Photography
— Staff
For the digital or SLR camera user who
already knows the basics of aperture,
shutter speed,
exposures and can change
through
the different
camera modes. Discover how to take great
pictures of people in action or still
life portraits.
Discover the proper
techniques of lighting,
composition, and lenses.
- ARCR 1024F01 — Mon,
7-9 p.m., 3 wks, Nov 10-24
ACC TBA — $69, $3 material
fee to instructor
PUBLISHING PHOTOS
Get Your Photography Published!
— Donald Mammoser
Want to get your photographs published
and make money too? Discover how
to approach editorial markets such
as calendar,
magazine
and greeting card companies. Designed
for film or digital photographers.
- ARCR 1025F01 — Tue/Thu,
6:30-8:30 pm, Sept 23/25 (2 sessions)
ACC TBA — $69
 WOOD CRAFTS
Beginning and Beyond Woodworking-Littleton
— Larry Grimes
This is an open woodworking class for novice or advanced students.
The first class focuses on a safety review for novice students. More
advanced students should plan a review of safety procedures. Create
a small project of your choice as you develop proficiency in using
power and hand tools including table saw, band saw, lathe, joiner
and planer. One small project required. You MUST attend the first
class session. No refunds given after the first class.
- ARCR 1054F01 — Tue,
6-9 p.m., 8 wks, Sept 16-Nov 4
- ARCR 1054F02 — Thu, 6-9 p.m., 8 wks, Sept 18-Nov 6
Euclid Middle School Shop — $179
Beginning Wood Carving
— Jack Bayman
By carving wildlife such as birds, animals, fish, etc. learn the
steps of woodcarving including roughing out, relieving, texturing,
painting and mounting. Selection of wood and tools will be covered.
Depending on your project, material fee will vary. Bring a drop
cloth.
- ARCR 1055F01 — Wed,
6:30-9 p.m., 8 wks, Sept 17-Nov 5
ACC TBA — $109, $20-$30 material fee to instructor
ORIGAMI
Adventures in Origami Wonderland
— Mei-Yue Lin
Make more origami creations. Experience unprecedented creative
fun-full of origami mystery. Create an origami bookmark of
a frolicking panda,
dancing crane, graceful swan, gorgeous sunflower and more.
Make origami dinosaurs including brachiosaurus, tyrannosaurus
and stegosaurus. Make a cheerful 3-D Canadian goose, 3-D Iris and
3-D lily. Bring
glue and a knife.
- ARCR 1075F01 — Thu,
6:30-9 p.m., 4 wks, Sept 18-Oct 9
ACC TBA — $69, $12 material fee to instructor
Illustrated Journaling: Celebrate Yourself
— Joy Schultz
Explore ideas and exercises to stir your creative juices and shake
you our of your comfort zone. Observe, listen, collect, reflect upon,
express, celebrate, and enrich your life using the vehicles of drawing
and writing. Experiment with pencil, ink, paint, collage, and photographs.
All levels welcome.
No class Nov 27.
- ARCR 1067F01 — Thu,
1:30-4 p.m., 6 wks, Nov 6-Dec 18*
ACC TBA — $99
CALLIGRAPHY
Beginning and Continuing Calligraphy
— Evette Goldstein
Learn the art of beautiful writing. Discover the joy of self-expression
through this ancient art form. You need not be an artist to
become a calligrapher. Learn Chancery Italic Calligraphy. *If you
are
left handed, the material fee will be $6 more and you will
need to notify
the office upon registration in order that your materials may
be ordered in time for the course start date.
Evette Goldstein is an artist and calligraphist who owns a custom
calligraphy company.
- ARCR 1104F01 — Wed,
6-8 p.m., 5 wks, Sept 17-Oct 15
ACC TBA $79, — *$30 material fee to instructor
Advanced Calligraphy
and Illuminations
— Evette Goldstein
Learn the ancient art of Illuminations. You need not be an
artist to learn the basics of Illumination. Illuminations
can be used
to enhance quotes and poems written in calligraphy or as “stand
alone” framed art work. Basic calligraphy skills are helpful.
Click
here for supply list. Please bring all supplies the
first night of class.
- ARCR 1114F01 — Wed,
6-8 p.m., 5 wks, Oct 22-Nov 19
ACC TBA — $79
ONLINE
These classes are conducted online for your convenience, as we
know it’s not always easy to get to a class each week.
Visit the online section and follow
the links to ed2go to see how easy and fun it is to take
these great classes.
Section Numbers Chart:
- M03 — August 20, Wed and Fri, 6 wks
- F01 — Sept
17, Wed and Fri, 6 wks
- F02 — Oct
15, Wed and Fri, 6 wks
- F03 — Nov
19, Wed and Fri, 6 wks
Remember to include course number, section number
as indicated above, course title and course start date when registering
and completing your registration form for all courses listed below:
- ONLI 1184 — Introduction to Photoshop CS3 — $99
- ONLI 1185 — Create
Web Graphics-Photoshop CS3 — $99
- ONLI 1189 — Intermediate
Photoshop CS3 — $99
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