Noncredit Continuing Education Courses
Summer 2013 & Spring 2013

NOTE: Room numbers are posted in each building lobby on the day of class.

    •ARTS, PHOTOGRAPHY, CRAFTS, & HOBBIES

    •DANCE

    •MUSIC  

ARTS, PHOTOGRAPHY, CRAFTS & HOBBIES

Summer Classes

Classical Drawing
This class will help you develop your technical skills. After completing it, you will be able to center a composition, render the objects reasonably and in proportion and perspective, and execute the four elements of shading. With still-life as the subject matter and graphite pencils as the media, you will learn how to begin and complete a large finished drawing. Instructor Jennifer Littleton is a graduate of MICA, experienced teacher, founder of the Littleton School of Art, and member of the Charcoal Club of Baltimore. Absolutely no experience needed! The instructor will give a materials list the first day. $159** (includes $40 in fees*)
►Mon 6:30pm-9pm, Jun 24-Aug 12
#3637 XE 155 6928       Hickory Ridge

Fashion Sketching
Develop exciting fashion sketches to express your design ideas. Starting with the basic fashion figure, this course will cover the rendering and draping of fabrics on the figure. Please bring to class: drawing pad, tracing paper pad (velum is optional), pencils, gum eraser and colored pencils or markers and fashion magazines. Instructor: Brenda Greene $55** (includes $40 in fees*)
►Sat 10am-1pm, Jun 8-Jun 15
#4068 XE 616 M1607       Laurel College Center

Digital Camera Basics Workshop
Start from the very beginning! Learn digital camera operation, photographic principles and get some hands-on experience with your camera. Lunch talk on basic composition principles. Bring your digital camera (charged or with fresh batteries), its manual and a bag lunch with you. Enroll early; class size limited to 16. $79 (includes $50 in fees*)
►Sat, 9:30am-3:30pm, Jun 29
#4201 XE 448 6420       Horowitz Arts Center 165

iPhone/Android Smart Device Photography
With the onslaught of smart devices such as the iPhone, iPad and Android phones and tablets, there is a whole new photography world out there. You don’t need a fancy camera to take great photos and movies and create something incredible using various apps, many of them free. Learn how to download various camera and editing apps, install them, use them and move photos and movies from the device to your computer, Facebook, Twitter, and much more. $120** (fee based, no waivers)
►Mon 6:30pm-8:30pm, Jun 3-Jun 17
#2698 XE 517 8335       Gateway Campus Lab E

Spring Classes

Still Life With Chalk Pastels
How does an artist render a realistic still life with chalk pastels? In this course you will first be taught how to center a composition and complete a realistic line drawing with earth tone. Then you will be introduced to color theory and how it applies to shading with color. The instructor will present the four elements of shading and demonstrate how to apply them. Students can anticipate completing one realistic pastel colored still life during this session. You will be inspired and revitalized after completion of this class. Instructor Jennifer Littleton is a graduate of MICA, award winning artist and founder of the Littleton School of Art. Materials list will be distributed at the first class. Note: Cost of supplies estimated at $50. $159** (includes $40 in fees*)
►Mon 6:30pm-9pm, Apr 15-Jun 10
#1929 XE 575 6608         Oakland Mills High School
(No class May 27)

Foundations of Watercolor Painting ★NEW!★
Have you always enjoyed the appearance of a realistic transparent watercolor but wondered how to achieve it? In this course students will learn, through a systematic process, how to execute a detailed line drawing, transfer it to the watercolor paper, and practice flat washes with round and flat brushes. In addition, students will learn through discussion and demonstration how to create tints, complimentary colors, and the use of color theory. Students can anticipate utilizing numerous practice sheets to gain mastery of techniques to render one monochromatic and one full color painting. Pupils will be inspired and revitalized by attending. Jennifer Littleton, founder of the Littleton School of Art, award-winning water-colorist and MICA graduate, is the instructor. Materials list will be distributed at the first class. Note: cost of supplies estimated at $85. $159** (includes $40 in fees*)
►Wed 6:30pm-9pm, Apr 17-Jun 5
#2460 XE 224 6609        Centennial High School
(Instructor will provide a supply list costing approximately $85 at first class)

History and Practice of Watercolor I
This class introduces you to the basic watercolor techniques needed to control the medium, balance composition, and manipulate color. Composition will be taught through still life and landscape studies. The instructor will provide materials for the first class and hand out a supply list needed for subsequent classes. Intermediate and advanced painters are welcome, too. Materials cost of approximately $90 (independent purchase). $155 (includes $40 in fees*)
►Sat 10am-1pm, May 4-Jun 8
#2767 XI 859 M1695        Laurel College Center

Studio Time
Practice painting techniques with guided assignments and one-on-one instruction. $25** (fee based, no waivers)
►Sat 1:30pm-3pm, May 4-Jun 8
#2768 XE 480 M1696        Laurel College Center

Fashion Sketching ★NEW!★
Develop exciting fashion sketches to express your design ideas. Starting with the basic fashion figure, this course will cover the rendering and draping of fabrics on the figure. Please bring to class; drawing pad, tracing paper pad (velum is optional), pencils, gum eraser and colored pencils or markers and fashion magazines. Instructor: Brenda Greene $55** (includes $40 in fees*)
Sat 10am-1pm, Apr 13-Apr 20
#3317 XE 616 M1410        Laurel College Center

Doodling
For art lovers who want to have fun through "doodling" with an ink pen and a little color. You can transform your illustrations into cake designs, tee shirts, and logos. $30** (fee based, no waivers)
►Sat 10am-1pm, Apr 27
#3305 XE 271 M1403       Laurel College Center

Spring Floral Design
Work with a professional floral designer and create your own unique arrangements. Use a variety of fresh-cut flowers and greens to design a spring bouquet. Learn how to assemble fresh garden flowers for an unusual centerpiece that will last for weeks. Or create a spring wreath to adorn your door and bring a feeling of freshness to your home or a friend's. You may enroll in one, two, or all three sessions. Supplies provided. All sessions are held at Wilhide's Flowers, Inc., 3956 Cooks Lane, Ellicott City. $75** for individual classes; $200 for entire series. $200** (includes $65 in fees*)
►Tue 7pm-9:30pm, Apr 9-May 28
#3023 XE 612 6735        On Company Site
(Entire Series meets on 4/9, 4/30 and 5/28)
►Tue 7pm-9:30pm, Apr 9 **$75
#3026 XE 612 6736        On Company Site
(Spring Floral Bouquet)
►Tue 7pm-9:30pm, Apr 30 **$75
#3055 XE 612 6737        On Company Site
(Centerpiece)
►Tue 7pm-9:30pm, May 28 **$75
#3058 XE 612 6738       On Company Site
(Spring Wreath)

Ikebana: Art of Japanese Flower Arranging
Create stunning flower arrangements using only a few flowers. Explore the basics of Ikebana and its wide variety of styles. Ikebana, "living flower," has a deep history with traditional Japanese and modern styles. Whatever your tastes, Ikebana will intrigue you and leave you wanting more. Go home with an elegant arrangement. $64** (includes $55 in fees*)
►Sat 10am-12pm, Apr 13
#7079 XE 343 6667 Hickory Ridge 106

Digital Camera Basics Workshop
Start from the very beginning! Learn digital camera operation, photographic principles and get some hands-on experience with your camera. Lunch talk on basic composition principles. Bring your digital camera (charged or with fresh batteries), its manual and a bag lunch with you. Enroll early; class size limited to 16. $79** (includes $50 in fees*)
►Sun 9:30am-3:30pm, Apr 14
#1917 XE 448 6661        Horowitz Arts Center 165
►Sat 9:30am-3:30pm, May 11
#2737 XE 448 J1690        Laurel College Center

iPhone/Android Smart Device Photography
With the onslaught of smart devices such as the iPhone/iPad and Android phones and tablets, there is a whole new photography world out there. You don't need a fancy camera to take great photos and movies and create something incredible using various apps, many of them free. Learn how to download various camera and editing apps, install them, use them and move photos and movies from the device to your computer, Facebook, Twitter, and much more. $120** (fee based, no waivers)
►Mon 6:30pm-8:30pm, Jun 3-Jun 17
#2698 XE 517 8335        Gateway Campus Lab E

Beading
Learn basic beading techniques such as crimping and wire wrapping to make your own beaded jewelry. You will also explore beading techniques that include stitching projects such as spiral rope stitch, Russian spiral, and tubular netting and right-angle weave, which are all done with a needle and thread. Learn alternative ways to finish off projects. The instructor will distribute a materials list before the first class that you may use to purchase supplies. $74** (includes $45 in fees*)
►Tue 7pm-9pm, Apr 16-May 21
#1899 XE 158 6656        Centennial High School

Introduction to Hand Sewing ★NEW!★
Hand sewing is not only an important life skill but a great opportunity to discover many other aspects of the art of sewing. This class will introduce you to 12 functional stitches including running, whipped running, blanket, stem, chain, vertical hem and others. Since hand sewing is the foundation for all other sewing, you will begin to see how this skill can relate to machine sewing. Final projects in class will include a handstitched individual sampler and execution of a small patch utilizing quilting techniques. Join Mattie Hayes, long-time creative sewer and instructor, for this very useful and interesting course. Tuition includes sewing kit, samples and directions for class and at home use. $105** (includes $73 in fees*)
►Wed 7pm-9pm, May 8-May 29
#2631 XE 168 6675        Oakland Mills High School

 DANCE

Summer Classes

Social Dancing: Foxtrot and Rhumba
Learn these basic dance steps and have fun at the same time. Singles and couples alike learn to dance to some very popular music. Instructor Raymond Clifton has taught all levels of dance--from the beginner to the advanced student--for nearly 30 years. No partner necessary. $85** (includes $40 in fees*)
►Wed 6:30pm-7:30pm, Jun 26-Jul 31
#3646 XE 537 6345       Fellowship Hall
(For directions to Fellowship Hall, call 443-518-4659.)

Club Salsa/Samba
Have fun learning some of the hottest Latin dances today, dancing to rhythmic Salsa and Samba music. Instructor Raymond Clifton has taught all levels of dance--from the beginner to the advanced student--for nearly 30 years. No partner necessary. $85** (includes $40 in fees*)
►Wed 7:30pm-8:30pm, Jun 26-Jul 31
#3888 XE 626 6325       Fellowship Hall
(For directions to Fellowship Hall, call 443-518-4659.)

West Coast Swing/Cha Cha
Learn two fun and sultry dances--West Coast Swing and the Cha Cha. Dress comfortably and come prepared to learn some sexy and dramatic steps. Instructor Raymond Clifton has taught all levels of dance--from the beginner to the advanced student--for nearly 30 years. No partner necessary. $85** (includes $40 in fees*)
►Mon 7pm-8pm, Jun 24-Jul 29
#3644 XE 458 6346       Fellowship Hall
(For directions to Fellowship Hall, call 443-518-4659.)

Spring Classes

Social Dancing: Waltz and Tango
Learn these basic dance steps and have fun at the same time. Singles and couples alike enjoy dancing to some very traditional yet very popular music. Instructor Raymond Clifton has taught all levels of dance--from the beginner to the advanced student--for nearly 30 years. $85** (includes $40 in fees*)
►Wed 6:30pm-7:30pm, Apr 17-May 22
#7113 XE 552 6610        Fellowship Hall
(For directions to        Fellowship Hall, call 443-518-4659)

Swing and Cha Cha
Whether you want to swing or sway, you'll have fun learning these two cool dances--East Coast Swing and the Cha Cha. Instructor Raymond Clifton has taught all levels of dance--from the beginner to the advanced student--for nearly 30 years. Dress comfortably and come prepared to learn some sexy and dramatic steps. $85** (includes $40 in fees*)
►Mon 7pm-8pm, Apr 15-May 20
#7137 XE 945 6612 Fellowship Hall
(For directions to        Fellowship Hall, call 443-518-4659)

Club Salsa/Merengue
Have fun learning some of the hottest Latin dances today, dancing to rhythmic Salsa and Merengue music. Instructor Raymond Clifton has taught all levels of dance--from the beginner to the advanced student--for nearly 30 years. No partner necessary. $85** (includes $40 in fees*)
►Wed 7:30pm-8:30pm, Apr 17-May 22
#1920 XE 483 6611        Fellowship Hall
(For directions to Fellowship Hall, call 443-518-4659)

Indian Bollywood Dance
The global hit of Bollywood Dance, one of the hottest international dance styles, owes its popularity to Indian Hindi movies. Combining modern choreography with modified classical movements, it has evolved into a fun and energetic dance form both aerobic and rich in variety. It is taught with emphasis on basic steps, flexibility, stamina, and ends with a dance that engages the mind and body. This class is for all skill levels and combines footwork, hand and body movement. Please dress in loose, comfortable clothing. $104** (includes $45 in fees*)
►Wed 7pm-8:15pm, Apr 17-May 22
#1906 XE 348 6615        Oakland Mills High School

 MUSIC

Spring Classes

Beginning Folk Guitar
Instructor Vic Ganderson helps you discover your hidden talents. Learn to play traditional and contemporary songs using basic strums including flat picking and finger picking techniques in a number of keys. Guitar required. $109** (includes $40 in fees*)
►Wed 7pm-9pm, Apr 17-Jun 5
#1902 XE 301 6616        Oakland Mills High School

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People
If you yearn to experience the joy of playing piano but don't want years of weekly lessons, this short course is for you. In one evening, you can learn enough trade secrets to make piano playing a part of your life, learning chords, not notes. You'll learn all the chords needed to play any pop song, any style, any key. And you'll get a healthy dose of insider secrets. This is an absolute beginning class in chord piano techniques, and if you can find middle C and know the meaning of Every Good Boy Does Fine, you already know enough to begin. If not, send a self-addressed stamped envelope for a free pamphlet to Music Masters, 90 Molly Lane, Ringgold, GA, 30736. Then register with confidence. The workbook and practice CD provided by the instructor David Haynes in class. (S) $89** (includes $65 in fees*)
►Wed 6pm-9:30pm, Apr 17
#7105 XE 527 6690        Gateway Campus

With Cat-Like Tread: The World of Gilbert and Sullivan
Discover the world of Gilbert and Sullivan and the comic operas they wrote from 1870-1900. After an opening overview lecture, each class will cover a different opera, culminating in a Victorian style "cast party" in the final week. There will be extensive use of DVDs and CDs of modern productions as well as vintage images of productions from the last century. Operas covered include The Mikado, The Pirates of Penzance, HMS Pinafore, The Sorcerer, The Yeoman of the Guard, The Gondoliers, and others. Each discussion will consider not only the opera itself and what went into its production, but all aspects of staging a play in the late Victorian era. Also learn about the cast members and theatre owner who worked with Gilbert and Sullivan at The Savoy Theatre in London. $99** (includes $40 in fees*)
►Wed 7:30pm-9:30pm, Apr 17-Jun 4
#7084 XE 362 6622        Centennial High School