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The Art & Science of Fabric Manipulation
A basic understanding and practice of sewing is the foundation of this hands-on class. This course reviews primary stitches (straight, zig-zag), and joins the practice of art and science in the construction and deconstruction of fabrics. Learn techniques such as cutting, sewing, visualizing, and even hand-dying your own fabrics, to create your own fun and individualized project.
Sundays, August 4-25
9am-12pm
COCC Boyle Education Center 152; $149
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Aglow! Approaching Landscape Oil
Whether you are new or returning to oil painting, this course will focus on the materials and techniques needed to paint vivid dynamic landscapes with oil paint. Students will learn the core skills that will enable them to confidently paint landscapes that are filled with color, depth, and life. Students will receive personal instruction and demonstration on color mixing, choosing paint colors, when to use painting mediums, brushwork, and paint application. We will also discuss how to set up a solvent-free, non-toxic workspace. This course will provide the students with methodologies for the process of making a painting, including managing color and value, and constructing an engaging composition. Students will have a completed landscape using the simple “direct” alla prima method. Hands-on: Students will paint still life using primary color mixing.
Thursdays, September 5-26
5-8pm
COCC Boyle Education Center 152; $149
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Improv for Life
The common perception is that comedy improvisation is just “making things up.” The reality is that improvisation has formal rules and structure that guide players forward to success. Join Renny Temple, master improviser and actor/director, in this interactive workshop of fun improv games and exercises for enjoyment, for stage, and for life. Come play, and enjoy a lot of laughs along the way!
Mondays and Wednesdays, July 8-31
5:30-7:30pm
COCC Chandler Lab 301; $159
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