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LifeLong Learning & Leisure

Spring/Summer 2008 Fine Arts Classes

*Simple Photography Techniques
with Barb Schwartz
“But if I used my flash, why is the room so dark?” “Why are Fido’s eyes so red?” “Why are my kids’ photos always so blurry?” Do any of these comments ring a familiar bell with you? This one-session class is specifically designed for novice students who are just beginning to get familiar with their cameras and want to learn some very simple techniques to improve their picture-taking skills and increase their beginning knowledge of basic photography concepts. We cover a variety of useful tips and techniques you need to know to start getting better photographic results right away. We also discuss what you can do to improve your basic composition style and visually enhance your photos of people, pets, sports, and nature. Bring your camera, film or digital, and the instruction booklet.
CLASS #: 442179 A
TIME: Noon-2:00 PM, Saturday
DATE: April 19
LOCATION: Council Committee Room, UA Municipal Services Center
COST: $19 R / $21 NR

Tips & Techniques in SLR Photography
with Barb Schwartz
Once you have mastered the basics, learn how to compose and shoot successfully through a combination of hands-on lectures, demonstrations, projects and critiques designed to specifically improve your technical skills. By understanding and utilizing the same simple photographic techniques that professionals use every day, you can further your photographic expertise and more easily generate the images you want to create. Topics include camera and equipment basics and how to enhance images using your camera in either automatic or manual settings. You also learn about working successfully in natural light or with a flash, the basics of exposure and composition, and how to improve the quality of all of your images including portraits, candid shots, nature and active sports photos. Photo homework is assigned and there are helpful class critiques throughout the course. Bring your camera and instruction booklet to the first class.
CLASS #: 442180 A
TIME: 7:00-9:00 PM, Wednesday
NEW DATE: April 23 – May 14, 4 sessions
NEW LOCATION: UA Senior Center
COST: $50 R / $55 NR

Clay from the Potter’s Wheel
with Nicole Tolbert
Create your own pottery, beginning with wedging the clay and ending with glazing your finished pieces. Learn each step of the process through focused demonstrations. You have access to your own wheel and tools and are provided with all materials, guidance and one-on-one instruction needed to create your own pieces. Wear casual clothes suitable for a studio environment. Class size is limited to 12 students and the cost includes clay, glazes and firing. The final class meets for one hour only to pick up your finished pieces.
CLASS #: 442195 A
TIME: 6:30-9:00 PM, Monday
DATE: April 7 – May 19, 7 sessions
LOCATION: Rm 176, UA High School
COST: $100 R / $110 NR

Introduction to Calligraphy
with Pam Skora
This introductory class focusing on the basics of calligraphy is taught by Pam Skora, a member of the Association of Calligraphic Artists. Work with a calligraphic marker, instead of the more intimidating dip pen and ink to learn the techniques of the art of writing beautifully. Learn a simple variation of Italic, the most recognized lettering style of this genre. It is wonderfully impressive to use on invitations, announcements, poems and scrapbooking. Bring a 3.5 calligraphy marker. Paper and instructional handouts are included in the registration fee.
CLASS #: 442192 A
TIME: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM, Saturday
DATE: May 17
LOCATION: Lower Level Conference Room ,UA Municipal Services Center
COST: $35 R / $39 NR

A Sampling of Colored Pencils
with Silverhorse
Tap into your budding artistic talent and spend an informative and entertaining afternoon with Silverhorse, a well-known and established artist in Central Ohio with her work published in the art text, The Best of Colored Pencils. Basic drawing skills and various coloring techniques, including layering, are taught through both instructor demonstration and hands-on instruction. Take advantage of this opportunity to sample this versatile art medium with no long-term commitment and minimal supply costs. Try it… you may discover in one enjoyable afternoon that it is the perfect art form for you. Bring an 8” x 10” drawing tablet (not sketching), a set of 12 standard Prismacolor pencils plus one indigo blue and one light gray colored pencil (approximately $15 – $20).
CLASS #: 442183 A
TIME: Noon-4:00 PM, Saturday
DATE: May 17
LOCATION: Rm 105, UA Senior Center Bldg 1
COST: $30 R / $33 NR

*Chinese Brush Painting
with Dee Squillace
With its spontaneous, seemingly effortless strokes, subtle colors and innovative use of space, the medium of Chinese Brush Painting is both delicate and extremely expressive. Students practice basic brush strokes, application of color washes and use principles of composition to create a personal impression of the essence of a beautiful moment in nature. A 30-minute lunch break is provided and students can brown bag it if they wish. A supply list is mailed one week prior to the class.
TIME: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM, Saturday
LOCATION: Rm 105, UA Senior Center Bldg 1
COST: $33 R / $36 NR per section

CLASS #: 442151 A
DATE: May 10
SUBJECT: Flowers

CLASS #: 442151 B
DATE: June 7
SUBJECT: Birds

Watercolor for Beginners
with Mindy Newman
Watercolorist Mindy Newman, provides step-by-step instruction in basic watercolor techniques, specifically geared to beginners in this medium. Work individually as the instructor demonstrates and directs your efforts to complete two paintings. Learn to prepare the paper and palette and view demonstrations of basic watercolor techniques, such as laying the wash, dry brush, soft edge, reverse flow and vertical holds. Learn to draw for painting purposes and explore concepts of color theory and composition as well. This class provides an inexpensive opportunity to experience watercolor, since all supplies are included in the registration fee.
CLASS #: 442160 A
TIME: 6:30-8:30 PM, Monday
DATE: April 14 & 21
LOCATION: Rm 105, UA Senior Center Bldg 1
COST: $35 R / $39 NR
SUBJECT: “Faces I” & “Faces II”

The Wonders of Watercolor
with Donald L. Dodrill, MFA
The instructor, a well-known local artist, provides examples and detailed demonstrations. Step-by-step activities focus on various subjects as the class progresses through each assignment. Emphasis is on color, composition and interpretation of elements. This technique-based course is designed to acquaint both novices and continuing students with the versatile watercolor medium. A supply list is mailed one week prior to the first class if requested.
CLASS #: 442153 A
TIME: 7:00-9:00 PM, Tuesday
DATE: April 15 – June 3, 8 sessions
LOCATION: Rm 105, UA Senior Center Bldg 1
COST: $85 R / $94 NR

Watercolor on Gesso
with Vivian Ripley
Painting on a gesso surface provides a wonderful opportunity for self-expression and experimentation. If you are a traditional watercolorist, you face a new challenge, but one that leads to freedom in your painting style and innovation in your technique. Vivian, a signature member of the Ohio Watercolor Society, shows you how to create interesting textures and vibrant clean colors on this painting surface. The elements of design and the importance of value are stressed. Benefit from demonstration, individual attention and class critique. Class schedule includes a one-hour lunch break. Purchase the gesso-prepared surface, at minimal cost, from the instructor at class. A supply list is mailed one week prior to the class if requested.
CLASS #: 442167 A
TIME: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, Saturday
DATE: April 26
LOCATION: Rm 105, UA Senior Center Bldg 1
COST: $50 R / $55 NR

Acrylic Workshop
with Vivian Ripley
The acrylic medium is exciting and versatile. It can be applied in many ways with a variety of brush strokes resulting in an array of visual effects – transparent, opaque, vibrant or light in tone. Varied subject matter requires your unique creative touch in this class that includes both individual attention and constructive class critique. Although some painting experience is helpful, all levels are welcome. Those with questions may contact the instructor. A supply list is mailed one week prior to the first class if requested.
CLASS #: 442174 A
TIME: 7:30-10:00 PM, Monday
DATE: April 28 – June 16, skip 5/26, 7 sessions
LOCATION: Rm 105, UA Senior Center Bldg 1
COST: $95 R / $105 NR

Plein Air Painting
with Vivian Ripley
Experience the exhilaration and authenticity of painting on location. Vivian guides you with her expertise and years of experience in painting outdoors. Demonstrations are in acrylic, pastel or watercolor but you may paint in the medium of your choice. Benefit from individual attention as well as class critique. Pack a lunch and take advantage of this unusual art opportunity. A basic supply list, along with location information, is mailed one week prior to the class.
CLASS #: 442177 A
TIME: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, Saturday
DATE: May 10, rain date 5/31
LOCATION: To be announced
COST: $50 R / $55 NR

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LifeLong Learning & Leisure
Parks & Recreation Department
City of Upper Arlington
3600 Tremont Road
Upper Arlington, OH 43221
Phone: 614-583-5333
Fax: 614-457-6620
Email: lifelong@uaoh.net
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Updated 3/08