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SCULPTURE: ALTERNATIVE PRACTICES
Course ID: FA0155
Instructor: Ron Longsdorf
Eight Sessions
Wednesday, 6 PM – 9 PM, February 17 – April 7
NON-CREDIT Tuition: $275/Lab Fee: $15; 2.6 CEUS

This course is an introduction to the fundamental aspects of creating sculpture, with an emphasis on the use of alternative practices such as mixed materials, found objects, and recycled materials in conjunction with traditional materials and processes. Concepts and applications of structural and spatial relationships will be explored along with a variety of materials, tools and construction techniques. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of forming and connecting various materials in a creative way. All tools and some materials will be provided; students may bring additional materials for their sculpture.
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ILLUSTRATION: BEYOND THE SKETCHBOOK
COURSE ID: FA0193
Instructor: Amanda Kamen
EIGHT SESSIONS
Wednesday, 6 PM – 9:15 PM, February 17 – April 7
NON-CREDIT Tuition: $375; 2.6 CEUS
CREDIT Tuition: $450; 1 Credit

Amanda Kamen brings her personal experiences to her illustrations, drawing from collections, observations, and conversations, ultimately demonstrating her view of the world with warmth and a sense of humor.
Students will develop creativity and imagery based on their personal narratives through drawing, with techniques that include graphite, colored pencil, ink, and whatever else is handy. This class is open to artists of all skill levels – life experiences are needed, but no drawing skill is required!
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URBAN EXPRESSIONISM: POP CULTURE AND URBAN ART
COURSE ID: FA0172
Instructor: Bradley Turner
EIGHT SESSIONS
Wednesday, 6:00 – 9:15 PM; February 17 – April 7
NON-CREDIT Tuition: $275/ Lab Fee $35; 2.6 CEUs

As self-expression and different mediums of art become more and more a part of our popular culture, this class will provide a practical application for urban art. While providing an emphasis on technique and historical references through documentary film and literature, this hands-on course will encompass the techniques of modern urban art. The course will feature a broad exploration and explanation of the facets of urban art along with a breakdown of the specific mediums and styles. The students will learn through hands-on demonstrations and explanations of color theory, composition and layout, hand styles, painting techniques, stencil cutting, wheat paste poster construction, mixed media collage, as well as a practical and sensible application of urban art in today’s society. Students will be guided through the creation of their own unique piece of art on a medium of their choice including wood panel or canvas.
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DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY
COURSE ID: PH0014
Instructor: Catharine Maloney
EIGHT SESSIONS
Tuesday, 6 PM – 9:15 PM, February 16 – April 6
NON-CREDIT Tuition: $275; Lab Fee $35; 2.4 CEUS
CREDIT Tuition: $450; Lab Fee $35; 1 Credit

This course will help students make a portfolio of ten to twenty images documenting a subject of personal intrigue. Students will learn to photograph both interior and exterior situations, serious and lighthearted. During class we will examine the history of documentary photography from Mathew Brady’s pictures of the Civil War to cell phone snapshots. There will be one field trip and weekly critiques and discussions. An introductory digital or black and white photography course is required and students will need a 35mm Single Lens Reflex camera, digital or analogue.
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CUSTOMIZE YOUR KICKS
COURSE ID: FA0188
Instructor: Michael Kalmbach
ONE SESSION
Saturday, 12 PM – 4 PM, March 20
NON-CREDIT Tuition: $50; Lab fee: $10

In this one day workshop, students will learn the preparation and techniques that go into creating customized, hand-painted sneakers. Bring one pair of white sneakers (leather preferred), lots of individuality and ideas regarding preferred colors and designs, and learn the skills necessary to create your own, exclusive kicks.