! CRE-912 DPAO: Watercolors (Closed)

Section Info: Note: Watercolor in Nature: Birds, Plants and Landscapes. Supply list provided first day of class. No class January 13 and February 17.

! CRE-912 DPAO: Watercolors (Closed)

Section Info: Note: Watercolor in Nature: Birds, Plants and Landscapes. Supply list provided first day of class. No class January 13 and February 17.

! CRE-912 DPAO: Watercolors (Closed)

Section Info: Note: Watercolor in Nature: Birds, Plants and Landscapes. Supply list provided first day of class. No class January 13 and February 17.

! CRE-912 ONLN-Chinese Calligraphy (Closed)

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-Chinese Calligraphy

Section Info: Online | Chinese Calligraphy | Chinese calligraphy is a refined art form with five main styles, from informal to elegant. Characters express balance, proportion, and rhythm through precise stroke order and spacing. Influenced by Zen Buddhism and Taoism, the practice is meditative. Students will also explore exhibition opportunities and potential markets for their work. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 9-11 a.m. is mandatory for section 313.

! CRE-912 SCSC- Watercolors Beg./Interm (Closed)

Section Info: South County | Watercolors Beginning/Intermediate | This course will acquaint students with basic approaches for working in watercolor. Plan to arrive at the first session with the supplies. The instructor will provide instructions on how to layer paint to build your painting. We will discuss color properties and color mixing. Daily critiques will be provided as projects evolve. Answers to art business questions, as needed. Beginning and intermediate students are welcome. Please email lzlatos@aacc.edu for supply information.

! CRE-912 SCSC- Watercolors Beg./Interm (Closed)

Section Info: South County | Watercolors Beginning/Intermediate | This course will acquaint students with basic approaches for working in watercolor. Plan to arrive at the first session with the supplies. The instructor will provide instructions on how to layer paint to build your painting. We will discuss color properties and color mixing. Daily critiques will be provided as projects evolve. Answers to art business questions, as needed. Beginning and intermediate students are welcome. Please email lzlatos@aacc.edu for supply information.

! CRE-912 SCSC-Watercolors (Closed)

Section Info: South County 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 SCSC-Watercolors (Closed)

Section Info: South County 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-913 ONLN-Watercolors (Closed)

Section Info: Online | Watercolors | This intermediate to advanced watercolor class focuses on improving drawing skills, composition, and design through careful planning. Students will learn how to evaluate reference images and gain confidence with a three-step approach to watercolor. Techniques to avoid muddy colors will be covered, with demos and critiques to help students refine their work. Students will paint their own subjects or images chosen by the instructor, working from photographs and encouraged to take creative risks. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 205.

! CRE-913 PSRC- Acrylic Painting (Closed)

Section Info: Pascal Senior Center | Acrylic Painting | All levels welcome! Hone drawing, planning, and composition, then master a three step acrylic method that prevents muddy color. Demos and critiques guide you through personal or instructor provided subjects and invite bold experiments in pen, ink, collage, and mixed media. We will also survey exhibition venues and sales opportunities. Note: Supply needs are explained at Session 1- please wait to buy materials and try to attend the kickoff class.

CRE-913 PSRC- Acrylic Painting

Section Info: Pascal Senior Center | Acrylic Painting | All levels welcome! Hone drawing, planning, and composition, then master a three-step acrylic method that prevents muddy color. Demos and critiques guide you through personal or instructor-provided subjects and invite bold experiments in pen, ink, collage, and mixed media. We will also survey exhibition venues and sales opportunities. Note: Supply needs are explained at Session 1- please wait to buy materials and try to attend the kickoff class.

CRE-913 SSAC-Drawing and Painting

Section Info: Severn Senior Center | Drawing and Painting | Participants will complete several art projects of their own choosing, such as still life, portrait, and landscape, in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. No previous art experience is required. Drawing basics such as line, value, light and shadow, linear perspective, and portrait proportions will be covered using pencil, eraser and drawing paper. Color basics such as primary, secondary, tertiary, complementary, and neutral colors, tint, tone, and shade will be covered using acrylic paint and oil pastel on drawing paper.

! ENC-972 SCSC-Cultural Infl. America Fi (Closed)

Section Info: South County | Cultural Infl. America Film | The course will examine the interaction of film with culture, noting through a variety of genres and time periods how the symbiotic nature of film and culture has enriched American life. The roles of individuals, groups, history, language, religion, fashion, technology, and art will be among the topics discussed as they intersect in American film classics.

! HTH-902 ONLN-Yoga Nidra (Closed)

Section Info: Online | Yoga Nidra | No class on May 25 | Yoga Nidra is practiced lying down comfortably with the support of blankets, pillows and other props. The practice invites our attention inward where we float between wakefulness and deep rest. You are guided through various heart-centered meditations. Yoga Nidra takes us into a natural state of homeostasis and balances the nervous system. Yoga Nidra is good for those that struggle with letting go, stress, anxiety and insomnia. Yoga Nidra brings balance to body, mind, heart and soul. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 203.