CPT-978 PASD-iPhone Basics-Plus

Section Info: Pasadena | iPhone Basics - Plus | Optimize your ability to use the many features of your iPhone. Create an Apple ID, an iTunes account, adjust your settings, browse the web using Safari, set up email and learn how to add apps in a friendly, relaxed environment.

CPT-987 ONLN-iPad Intermediate

Section Info: Online | iPad Intermediate | Examine the advanced functions of the iPad using the latest iOS software. Explore safety, personalization, and key applications. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. is mandatory for section 201.

CRE-912 ANSR-Watercolors

Section Info: Annapolis Senior Center | Watercolors | No class May 19 | In this class, participants will learn foundational watercolor techniques while creating a new flower, landscape or painting each week. Each session focuses on one core watercolor skills, with step-by-step instruction and plenty of hands-on practice. The subject is pre-drawn on paper so participants can jump right into learning to paint. Participants will get to know their materials, how to make the most of them, and experiment with new ideas through different subjects, gaining both technical understanding and creative confidence. Note: Supply list will be provided on first day of class.

CRE-912 ANSR-Watercolors and Beyond

Section Info: Annapolis | Watercolors and Beyond | No class May 25 | A watercolor mixed media class. Applications and demonstrations of painting with different objects and additives to create many effects. Students will work on their own designs or ones offered by the instructor. Discussion of marketing strategies for selling work.

CRE-912 ASRC-Greeting Card Design

Section Info: Arnold Senior Center | Greeting Card Design | 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-912 ASRC-One Stroke Painting

Section Info: Arnold Senior Center | One Stroke Painting | Explore one-stroke painting. This class is perfect for beginners and experienced students. Learn basic strokes like flat stroke, U-stroke, daisy stroke, bud stroke, tear drop stroke, easy petal strokes, shell strokes/wiggle strokes, leaf strokes as well as learning about the supplies needed. Discuss opportunities for marketing and sale of completed projects. Supplies needed for class will be discussed at the first session. It is recommended that students wait to purchase supplies. Attendance at the first session is highly recommended.

CRE-912 ASRC-Watercolors Beginning

Section Info: Arnold | Watercolors Beginning | Acquaint students with basic elements of watercolor as an art form. Use of line drawings and defining various watercolor applications and techniques will be covered along with discussion of color theory and color mixing. Matting, framing and preservation of work will be discussed. Critiques upon completion of painting projects. Identifying market outlets. A supply list available at the Senior Center Information Desk.

CRE-912 ASRC-Watercolors Intermediate

Section Info: Arnold | Watercolors Intermediate | This class moves at a faster pace and uses more challenging designs and techniques than Beginning Watercolor. We'll be using line drawings, students own subject matter from photographs, or their own drawings. Application/demonstration of additional watercolor mediums and additives. Matting, framing and preservation of work will be discussed. Critiques upon completion of painting projects. Identifying market outlets. A supply list is available at the Senior Center Information Desk.

CRE-912 BPSC-Acrylics

Section Info: Brooklyn Park 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 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 ONLN-Drawing

Section Info: Online | Drawing | Improve your drawing skills by learning basic visual tools like the rules of thumb, relational measurement, and simplified measuring systems. The course includes exercises to enhance your drawing abilities. Students can choose to draw posted images or their own selections, primarily using pencils and charcoal, with optional watercolor pastels. You'll learn to create thumbnail sketches and how to evaluate and work from photographs | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Thursdays from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. is mandatory for section 217.

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 PASD-Advanced One Stroke Paint

Section Info: Pasadena Senior Center | Advanced One Stroke Painting | This class is geared towards experienced students. Focus will be on a more in-depth exploration of strokes like flat stroke, U-strokes, Daisy strokes, bud strokes, tear drop stroke, easy petal strokes, shell strokes/wiggle strokes, leaf strokes and learn more about the supplies needed. Discuss opportunities for marketing and sale of completed projects. Supplies needed for class will be discussed at the first session. It is recommended that students wait to purchase supplies. Attendance at the first session is highly recommended.

CRE-912 SCSC-Children's Picture Book

Section Info: South County | Childrens Picture Book | Design and Production of Art Objects | Learn about the process of creating quality craft and art objects. Discuss the marketing and business skills needed to sell crafts and artwork.