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Topics > Arts, Crafts & Music
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Acting: Basic Skills for Stage & Film
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$79.00 (1 section available)
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Improve and expand your presentation skills, public speaking ability and ways to express yourself while you explore the fundamentals of the craft in a relaxed and supportive setting. Topics include physical and vocal techniques, method acting, improvisation, on-camera skills, audition technique, and ways to express spontaneous personal feelings. No previous acting course or experience required.
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Basic Watercolors With Mark Brewer
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$119.00 (1 section available)
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Join internationally published illustrator Mark Brewer, as he teaches you the basics of watercolor painting. NO previous practice is required! Learn how simple and relaxing painting with watercolors can be as Mark provides step-by-step instruction on color theory, mixing, blending, and demonstrating many techniques Mark uses in his own watercolor paintings today. Classes consist of live demos followed by easy structured exercises and always conclude with Mark teaching you how to paint a simple subject to show off to your friends and loved ones. Beginners will learn in a relaxed environment and love this class on basic watercolors! Please call 412.788.7507 for supplies.
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Color Theory
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$45.00 (2 sections available)
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This class is designed as a lecture to teach the basic principles of color theory, which can be applied to all types of work where color is used, such as floral design, knitting, paintings and home decorating. The main goal is to gain an understanding of how colors work together. After becoming familiar with the basics of the primary, secondary, tertiary and neutral colors, students will learn the various types of color harmonies and how to use these harmonies to their advantage.
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Color Theory Advanced
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$45.00 (1 section available)
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This advanced color theory course is designed as a lecture/workshop series intended to go well beyond the basics of color mixing. We will learn how to apply the principles of intensity, value, shading, tinting, and temperature to achieve proper keying, lighting, depth, and mood. We will learn how to apply these principles to a limited palette and different types of media. Color Theory is required as a prerequisite.
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Cricut Craftastic: Unleash Your Inner Design Machine Master
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$49.00 (1 section available)
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This class is your one-stop shop for mastering your Cricut machine, whether you're a complete beginner or looking to take your skills to the next level. Learn how to design, cut, and create a variety of personalized projects for every occasion.
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Drawing Basics
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$119.00 (2 sections available)
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This fundamental drawing course includes the topics of shape, light, line, value and perspective. With graphite and ink for its working media, this course is recommended for the beginner or anyone wanting to improve drawing skills. This course is a stepping stone in preparation for more advanced drawing classes. For the first class, students will need an 11x14 sketch pad, assortment of drawing pencils 6B-4H, vinyl and kneaded erasers, blending stump and photo (front view at least 3x5). Other materials will be discussed at the first class.
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Floral Design
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$109.00 (1 section available)
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Students will be instructed by a professional floral designer, learning floral design concepts, color coordination of silk, dried and fresh flowers. Go home with beautiful projects such as table centerpieces, wall and door decorations, swags, wreaths, etc. This informative hands-on training course may enable you to gain entry-level employment in a floral related job. Cost of extra materials will be discussed at the first class.
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Infusable Ink: Dive Into Permanent, Professional Results With Cricut
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$49.00 (1 section available)
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This course unlocks the world of Infusible Ink, a revolutionary material that creates vibrant, permanent designs on compatible blanks. Whether you're a Cricut enthusiast or a curious beginner, this class will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to transform everyday items into professional-looking masterpieces.
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Ink Shrink: the Art of Cartooning And Caricatures
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$99.00 (1 section available)
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Learn how to create humorous and exaggerated caricatures by capturing a character's essence through their unique features and emotions. It is a dynamic and creative journey into a unique but ancient form of art expression. The course covers exaggeration techniques, facial feature simplification, and capturing likeness while distorting proportions. Please bring to class a large drawing tablet, black markers, sharpies will be fine. Pencils and erasers
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Intermediate Calligraphy
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$59.00 - $79.00 (2 sections available)
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Are you ready to take your calligraphy to the next level? Would you like to develop your personal style? If so, this is the course for you. During this course, we will be looking at different tools and surfaces and different mediums to write with. We will cover brush pens, faux calligraphy and metallic inks as well as continuing with the pointed pen. You will need to bring your calligraphy tools which should include a straight and oblique pen holder, an assortment of pointed nibs, pencil and marker/ layout paper. A list of additional tools and materials will be emailed to you before the class starts and will include specific brush pens, metallic inks and suggested surfaces to write on other than paper.
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Intro to Watercolor Workshop
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$45.00 (1 section available)
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With the proper basic techniques, you'll be painting with watercolors in no time. This workshop will show you what supplies you'll need to get started. We will teach foundational skills so that you can enjoy the art of painting with watercolors in your own home.
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Introduction to 3D Printing
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$49.00 (1 section available)
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Unlock the fascinating world of 3D printing and turn your digital designs into reality! This course is your guide to 3D printing, empowering you to create functional prototypes, decorative objects, and anything your imagination can conceive. Whether you're a complete beginner or have a basic understanding, this class equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to navigate the exciting world of 3D printing.
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Introduction to Digital Scrapbooking
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$149.00 (4 sections available)
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Learn how to make the most of your scrapbooking talents and artistic ideas when you combine digital and traditional scrapbooking techniques.
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Knitting 1 - Beginner - Learn the Basics Of Knitting!
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$69.00 (2 sections available)
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Learn the basics of knitting and discover a relaxing hobby you'll enjoy for a lifetime! Students will learn how to hold the knitting needles and learn about yarn and how to care for different yarn. This class progresses you through all the knitting basics such as, casting on, the knit stitch, the purl stitch, binding off, and combinations of both stitches. This class is taught in English-style knitting. Step-by-step, you will learn to build skills to learn how to confidently knit any beginner-level pattern. Class projects may include easy dishcloth samples, a scarf, wrist warmers, or a coffee cup cozy. Projects will be using basic stitch patterns, and simple color changes. Bring size US 8/5.0 mm knitting needles and worsted weight cotton yarn.
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Knitting 2 - Advanced Beginner - Lace And Charts
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$59.00 (2 sections available)
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Go beyond the basics of knitting and continue to build confidence and add to your knitting knowledge! Students will learn how to read patterns, read charts, knit a variety of stitches such as increases, decreases, and lace patterns. Learn to fix mistakes and learn lots of tips and tricks. You will learn to build your skills to learn how to confidently knit many intermediate-level patterns. Class projects may include examples of intermediate dishcloths, scarves, wrist warmers, mittens, and hats. Projects will be using intermediate stitches and repetitive stitch patterns. Bring size US 8/5.0 mm knitting needles and worsted weight cotton yarn. Students are encouraged to take Knitting 1.
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Knitting 3 - Advanced Beginner - Circular Knitting and Cables
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$59.00 (2 sections available)
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Students will learn to knit in the round and include cables. Also referred to as knitting in the round, circular knitting creates a seamless tube. Circular knitting requires the use of circular needles or double-pointed needles (DPN). Learn to knit with circular needles, double pointed needles, and two circular needles at a time. Projects may include techniques for hats, cowls, fingerless gloves. Students are encouraged to take Knitting 1 and Knitting 2.
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Laser Cutting for Beginners
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$49.00 (1 section available)
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This course is your gateway to the world of laser cutting, a revolutionary technology that precisely cuts and engraves a variety of materials. Whether you're a complete beginner or a curious crafter, this class equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to bring your vision to life.
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Mastering Your Digital SLF Camera
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$149.00 (5 sections available)
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Take your photography to the next level by learning how to master lenses, apertures, shutter speed, exposure settings, and more on your digital SLR camera.
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Night Photography
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$89.00 (1 section available)
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In this hands-on, off-site photography class, you'll learn how to take better pictures at night. We'll explore different neighborhoods so we can capture different settings to learn hone your photography skills. Come see the sunset, stars and buildings in a different view!
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