Noncredit Continuing Education Courses
Winter 2010

Handicrafts & Hobbies

Dancing

Music

HANDICRAFTS & HOBBIES

Drawing I
Learn how to draw what you see. In-class and homework assignments consist of practice with geometric objects, still-life subjects, composition, and shadow. You will work in pencil and charcoal. The instructor will provide charcoal and paper for the first class session and hand out a supply list needed for subsequent classes. Approximate materials cost is $20 (independent purchase). $110

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Oil Painting Landscapes
Practice the basics of one of the most popular and rewarding of all art media. Investigate color mixing and brush techniques. Assignments will consist of several quick studies and one sustained project. Beginners and continuing students welcome. NOTE: A choice between oil and acrylic painting will be offered. A supply list will be provided at the first class. Materials needed for the first class session will be provided. Cost of materials approximately $50 (Independent Purchase.) Please bring the materials you have at home to the first class session for review by instructor. $110

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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. A supply list will be provided at the first class session. Materials for the first class session will be provided. Materials cost of approximately $60 (independent purchase(s)) NOTE: There will be a materials review during the first class session. Please bring the materials you have on hand at home to the first class for review by instructor. $110

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Introduction to Matting and Framing
Learn how to choose matting and framing that enhances your artwork from paintings, to photos, to personal keepsakes. Discover framing basics to complete your own framing or to better understand the process when working with a professional picture framer. Matting and framing skills include measuring, size and color, cutting single and double mats, various mounting techniques, glassing, and final touches that produce a lasting and professional-quality piece of artwork. Supply list provided at first class. (S) $119**

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Basic Jewelry Making
Try your hand at a sparkling new hobby! Create attractive jewelry and change functional objects into magnificent masterpieces. Use inexpensive, natural beading to make jewelry or embellish objects. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to string beads together using basic design patterns and create a simple pair of earrings. You will also learn about tools and the basics of wire wrapping, which will enable you to duplicate and improve on designs. Four basic jewelry-making tools will be provided by the instructor for classroom use. A materials fee of $12* is due to the instructor for supplies. Take all three classes for a reduced rate of $170. $59**

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Crochet Bangle Bracelet
These whimsical bangles are so much fun! You will want one for every outfit. If you can crochet a single chain stitch, you can make this bracelet. It's enjoyable, it's easy, and it's relaxing. Just remember, "under, over, down and through." Learn how to string your beads for a unique design. Find out how to incorporate your beads into a chain stitch, and master the art of finishing off your creation. $89** (includes $20 materials fee*)

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Machine Piecing and Quilting
Learn to machine piece accurately using quick piecing techniques and to quilt by machine. Several different piecing techniques are incorporated in the three projects you choose for class. Class time will be a combination of demonstrations and student work time. Students should have access to a sewing machine. Supply list provided at first class.(S) Instructor: Pat Brousil. $89**

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Digital Camera Basics
Be the boss of your camera, not the other way around! In this class you will learn how to use and understand your digital camera. Become familiar with correct exposure, focus, built-in flash, and more. We will study basic photography principles such as composition and creative lighting. Bring your digital camera (charged or with fresh batteries) and its manual with you to class. Enroll early; class size limited to 16. $109** (includes $10 materials fee*)

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Photographing People
Create meaningful portraits of your loved ones and the rest of the world, too. This class will cover shooting and lighting. We'll learn how to take candid and posed photographs that look natural. The works of several photographers will be shown. Digital and film cameras welcome. Enroll early, class size limited to 16. (Note: you must know how to operate your camera before taking this class.) $109** (includes $10 materials fee*)

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Making Memorable Home Movies *NEW!*
Ever wonder what the "backlight" button on your camcorder does, or the "EIS" or "White Balance?" Learn the fundamentals of using a camcorder and the techniques for videotaping more appealing home movies that others will enjoy watching. Using the functions and features of your camcorder, frame and compose visually appealing shots, shoot ready-to-edit footage, and tell a story through visual sense and flow. Observe how lighting affects the quality of footage, and maximize sound quality. Experiment using a tripod. Instructor: Robert Faust, owner of Faust Video Productions. Bring your camcorder with blank media and a tripod, if you have one, to class. $69**

PERFORMING ARTS

DANCING

For directions to Fellowship Hall, call 410-465-5985.

Club Salsa/Merengue
Have fun learning some of the hottest Latin dances of today, dancing to rhythmic Salsa and Merengue music. No partner necessary. Instructor R. Clifton. $69**

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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. $69**

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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. $69**

MUSIC

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. $94**

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Chorus (Major Ensemble)
Join this vocal ensemble which performs traditional and contemporary choral literature. Also available as a one-credit course (MUSC-131) $49**

*Fees not eligible for waiver.
**Neither XE courses nor their fees are eligible for waiver.
(T) Textbook recommended or required. Purchase at HCC Bookstore before first class.
(S) Supplied needed. Instructor will provide list at first class.