CRE-912 ONLN-Acrylic Painting

Section Info: Online | Acrylic Painting | This course is designed to guide you through the history of acrylics, set up, product essentials and technique. We will delve into creating magnificent paintings quickly and easily with direction, individuality, and imagination. We will also expand into marketing and sales of art on and offline. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 2-4 p.m. is mandatory for section 207.

CRE-912 ONLN-Chinese Calligraphy

Section Info: Online | Chinese Calligraphy | Chinese calligraphy is a refined art form with five main styles-ranging from rough and informal to elegant and stylized. Each character expresses a moment through balance, proportion, and rhythm. Strokes follow a specific order, with even spacing and consistent sizing. The simplicity and meditative quality stem from Zen Buddhism and Taoism. Students will explore art venues and assess sales potential. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 9-11 a.m. is mandatory for section 215.

CRE-912 PASD-Acrylics

Section Info: Pasadena Senior Center | Acrylics | In this class, students will learn skills to paint a variety of nature scenes on elements from nature including rocks, driftwood, oysters' shells, crab shells and more. Advanced and beginner students are welcome. Class is designed to be a relaxing and fun exploration of painting and art! Please come to the first session to see examples of painted elements and discuss supplies. Acrylic paints and brushes are required for this class. All nature elements will be provided by the instructor.

CRE-912 SCSC-Colored Pencil

Section Info: South County | Colored Pencil | Discover the colorful potential of colored pencils, perfect for studio or travel drawing. Develop artistic skills with various colored pencil media, including professional-grade wax, oil, watercolor and pastel pencils plus related drawing materials. Explore historical styles of art including realist, impressionist, expressionist, surrealist, and abstract art. Learn color theory, composition, texture effects, and techniques to create depth. Various drawing techniques, surfaces and enhancement tools are also covered. Beginner to intermediate students welcome.

CRE-912 SCSC-Drawing

Section Info: South County Senior Center | Drawing | Scott Clarke is an accomplished local artist specializing in good art classes that combine laughter, creativity and motivation. Throughout his inspiring ten-week course, you will explore a different facet of drawing from still life and perspective to caricature and cartooning and MORE!

CRE-912 SCSC-Multi-Media Drawing

Section Info: South County | Multimedia Drawing Studio Practice | Develop your artistic skills, personal style and understanding of color theory, composition, creation of depth, texture and historical styles of art covered in the introductory Colored Pencil Drawing course. Students are encouraged to continue exploring wax, oil, watercolor, pastel and other types of colored pencil combined with various drawing and painting media such as pen and ink, markers, watercolor, acrylics and other mixed media techniques for enhanced and varied effects. Intermediate to advanced students are welcome.

CRE-912 SSAC-Chinese Brush Painting

Section Info: Severn Senior Center | Chinese Brush Painting | Students will learn fundamental Chinese calligraphy principles and techniques to create orchid, bamboo, plum blossom, and chrysanthemum designs for sumi-e painting. You will experiment with ink, color, and brush strokes, exploring the mind-body connection, self-cultivation, and artistic expression. This class is perfect for beginners or those looking to improve their Chinese brush painting skills. Students will also explore art venues and sales potential.

CRE-912 SSAC-Greeting Card Design

Section Info: Severn | Greeting Card Design | No class May 25 | Students will discover the Art of Greeting Card Design through history and present-day creations. Includes hands on design techniques, style and subject matter, creative writing, marketing, and advertising information. Students will identify art venues and determine sales potential.

CRE-913 ONLN-Painting

Section Info: Online | Painting | This course offers intermediate and experienced oil or acrylic painters the chance to refine their skills in composition, design, and execution. The instructor provides lectures and individualized guidance. Previous painting experience is recommended. Students will learn to evaluate and improve their own work, painting their own subjects or images selected by the instructor. The course emphasizes working from photographs, taking creative risks, and developing individuality. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Thursdays from 12:30- 3:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 203.

CRE-913 ONLN-Pastels

Section Info: Online | Pastels | This course is for students of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Beginners will learn materials and pastel application methods through demonstrations, while advanced students will explore art principles and new techniques. Students will discover pastels as an exciting alternative to traditional painting methods. Individual attention is provided, and topics like framing, exhibiting, and shipping pastels will be covered. Students will paint their own subjects or images chosen by the instructor, with an emphasis on individuality, taking risks, and working from photographs. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 1-3:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 204.

LGA-945 ANSR-Beginning Spanish

Section Info: Annapolis | Beginning Spanish for Senior Adults | No class May 25 | Beginning Spanish for Senior Adults | Explore the Spanish language through practical, real-life applications. Build useful vocabulary, practice light conversation and gain a deeper appreciation of Spanish-speaking cultures and traditions.

LGA-945 ASRC-Beginning Spanish

Section Info: Arnold | Beginning Spanish for Senior Adults | No class May 25 | Beginning Spanish for Senior Adults | Explore the Spanish language through practical, real-life applications. Build useful vocabulary, practice light conversation and gain a deeper appreciation of Spanish-speaking cultures and traditions.

LGA-945 Beginning Spanish for Seniors

Section Info: South County | Beginning Spanish for Senior Adults | No class May 25 | Explore the Spanish language through practical, real-life applications. Build useful vocabulary, practice light conversation and gain a deeper appreciation of Spanish-speaking cultures and traditions.

LGA-945 ONLN-Beginning Spanish

Section Info: Online | Beginning Spanish for Senior Adults | Explore the Spanish language through practical, real-life applications. Build useful vocabulary, practice light conversation and gain a deeper appreciation of Spanish-speaking cultures and traditions. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. is mandatory for section 202.

CTT-932 ANSR-Internet: Computer

Section Info: Annapolis | Internet for Computer Shy Seniors | Safely learn the basics of navigating the internet for practical day-to-day uses in a welcoming, supportive setting. Learn to communicate with doctors, set up an email account and stay safe while online. Note: Access to an iPad, Chrome notebook or desktop will be available in class. Students are welcome to bring a personal device.