Art, Music and Drama- Fall 2011
Lifelong Learning Institute
of Chesterfield
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Course: AD113011
Watercolor- Beginning (with Marti)
Thursdays Sep 29 Oct 6, 20, 27 Nov 3, 10 (*no class 10/13) 2:00-3:30
Instructor(s): Marti Franks
This watercolor class is for beginners and beginner-intermediates. Students will learn basic watercolor skills and techniques such as wet-on-wet, color washes, glazing, shading and textures. The supply cost of approximately $150 includes eight colors of paint, three brushes, two kinds of pallets, board, canvas, tape and erasers. If you purchase supplies on your own, please purchase high quality supplies - there will be a difference in the final result if you use lower quality items. Do not purchase student grade paints such as Winsor/Newton, Cotman. Call Marti, 794-2497, if you would like help ordering your supplies. Please pick up a supply list from the office and have your supplies for the first day of class. Class size is limited.
Course: AD113012
Advanced Watercolor (with Marti)
Thursdays Sep 29 Oct 6, 20, 27 Nov 3, 10 (*no class 10/13) 10:30-12:30
Instructor(s): Marti Franks
This watercolor class is for those students who have taken a basic watercolor class and advanced to the next level. If you previously studied under another instructor, please contact the office to make an appointment to determine if this is the right class for you. Supply list is available in the office. Class size is limited, so please confirm registration prior to purchasing your supplies.
Course: AD113016
Beginning Watercolor A (with Terry)
Tuesdays Sep 13, 20, 27 Oct 4, 11, 18 10:00-12:00
Course: AD113070
Beginning Watercolor B (with Terry)
Tuesdays Nov 1, 8, 15, 29, Dec 6, 13 10:00-12:00
Instructor(s): Terry Shepherd
In beginning watercolor we will cover basic concepts, some color mixing, and techniques. The class will be given a list of what we will cover over the six week session. Be prepared to have fun, be yourself and learn to paint with this lovely medium.
Course: AD113017
Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor A (with Terry)
Tuesdays Sep 13, 20, 27 Oct 4, 11, 18 12:30-2:30
Course: AD113071
Intermediate/Advanced Watercolor B (with Terry)
Tuesdays Nov 1, 8, 15, 29, Dec 6, 13 12:30-2:30
Instructor(s): Terry Shepherd
In intermediate/advanced we will do a brief review and work on different ways to approach your painting. My goal is to help you find your way to best suit your style. I have a project planned for each class. We will work on mixing color
and experimenting with different color schemes as well as some exercises to tap into your creativity.
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Course: AD113033
Drawing Fundamentals
Wednesdays Sep 14, 21, 28 Oct 5, 12, 19, 26 Nov 2, 9, 16, 30 Dec 7, 14 10:30-12:30
Instructor(s): Cathy Notzelman
This course will focus on developing the basic drawing skills often used in the rendering of a representational painting. Instruction and exercises will be aimed at strengthening the student’s ability to translate what they see to paper. Students will be introduced to foundation concepts including contour line, negative space, value, perspective, and composition. This is a good class for beginner painters or anyone who simply wants to improve their drawing skills. Class size is limited. Supply list will be available in the office after you receive confirmation of your seat in the class.
Course: AD113034
Drawing
Friday Sep 16, 23, 30 Oct 7, 14, 21, 28 Nov 4, 11, 18 Dec 2, 9, 16 10:00 - 11:00
Instructor(s): Art Woody
Beginners are welcome. The instructor will work with students individually and collectively to strengthen composition, perspective, shading, and other skills. Skills will be discussed at each class session with demonstrations. Materials needed: drawing pad, drawing pencils (2H, H, 2B), pencil sharpener, pink eraser. (*If class overfills, there will be an additional class on the same dates from 11 - 12:00.)
Course: AD113067
Interpreting Seasonal Beauty
Tuesday Nov 1, 8, 15 1:00-3:00
Instructor(s): Celeste Johnston
This class is for botanical artists but open to other floral artists. The class will create a work of art in watercolor, colored pencil or pen and ink from plants and other seasonal natural objects. Instruction will be given to strengthen the use of values, form/structure, color and composition as well as botanical tradition. Helpful class critiques will be based on the principles of the Golden Section.
Course: AD113059
Opaque Watercolor Workshop A $25
Wednesday/Friday Sep 14 and 16 1:00-2:30
Course: AD113060
Opaque Watercolor Workshop B $25
Wednesday/Friday Oct 5 and 7 1:00-2:30
Course: AD113061
Opaque Watercolor Workshop C $25
Wednesday/Thursday Nov 2 and 3 9:00-10:30
Course: AD113072
Opaque Watercolor Workshop D $25
Monday/Thursday Dec 5 and 8
Instructor(s): Marcia Germain
Three hours of magic with the most unusual medium! In this workshop we will concentrate on a "blue sky painting". The instructor will provide a variety of choices. ALL ART SUPPLIES WILL BE PROVIDED. Please bring a glass jar filled with water and a roll of paper towels.
Course: AD113069
Acrylic In Oil Technique
Mondays Sep 12, 19, 26 Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 Dec 5, 12
Instructor(s): Jan Bennett
We will be exploring alcohol removal techniques along with some palette knife work. Supplies needed include: canvas or canvas board, rubber brayer, alcohol from the drug store, matte and glossy medium, small and medium palette knives, old towel, tube acrylic paints (as many colors as you want to have), white acrylic paint, paper towels, water container, ebony drawing pencil, kneaded eraser, plastic plates or palette for mixing, brushes: small, med, large in rounds and flats.
Course: AD113018
Modeling an Egret Pair Plaque $6
Tuesdays Nov 1, 8, 15, 22
Instructor(s): Terry Karselis
A simple introduction to sculpting and modeling an Egret Pair Plaque. Students will learn how to model the basic form. Each student will need the following supplies: clay modeling tools (Michaels or Ben Franklin approx. $10 for a wood set), 2 lb.- box of Professional Grade Super Sculpy (pink or grey), ($9.50 at same stores). An armature will be provided by the instructor at cost. Class size is limited, so please confirm registration prior to purchasing your supplies. Fee: The fee for this class is to cover the cost of the armature.
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Course: AD113073
Pottery A
Mondays Oct 3, 10, 24 1:00-3:00
Course: AD113074
Pottery B
Mondays Nov 7, 14, 28 1:00-3:00
Instructor(s): Anne Moderegger
Do you enjoy working with clay? Never tried, but want to? This course will help you use your hands to create your own piece of pottery. There will be two classes for modeling the piece, one week off to allow it to dry and be fired, and then the final class for glazing. This class is for beginners and for fun! Needed supply list will be available in the office. There will be a small additional materials fee for the cost of firing, as determined by the number of participants.
Course: AD113020
Understanding Opera,
Part I
Wednesdays Sep 28 Oct 5, 12, 19 11:00-12:30
Instructor(s): Glenn Winters
This course is designed to teach students how to listen to operatic music with an ear toward its narrative/psychological functions. Works analyzed include the first two productions of Virginia Opera's 2011-2012 season: Verdi's Aida, a
tale of love, betrayal and vengeance in ancient Egypt, and Humperdinck's Hansel and Gretel, a beloved setting of the classic Grimm's story. Recommended for opera lovers and novices alike.
Course: AD113054
Beginning Recorder Part 1 $8
Monday Sep 12, 19, 26 Oct 3, 10 ,17, 24, 31 Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 Dec 5, 12 10:30-11:30
Instructor(s): Tom Newman
Introduction to recorder playing includes how to read music: notes, rhythms, rests, etc., and some harmony in two and three parts. Playing will include simple songs and advance to more popular songs. The Lifelong Learning Institute will make available for you at reduced rates a soprano recorder and method book.
Course: AD113065
Beginning Recorder Part 2 $8
Monday Sep 12, 19, 26 Oct 3, 10 ,17, 24, 31 Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 Dec 5, 12 9:30-10:30
Instructor(s): Tom Newman
Introduction to recorder playing. Includes how to read music: notes, rhythms, rests, etc., and some harmony in two and three parts. Playing will include simple songs and advance to more popular songs. The Lifelong Learning Institute will make available for you at reduced rates a soprano recorder and method book. If you already have the recorder and book, you do not need to pay the fee.
Course: AD113005
Hospice Crafts
Wednesday Sept 21, Oct 19, Nov 16 1:30-2:45
Facilitator(s): Linda Davis and Mary Jane Murphy
Join other LLI members in making craft items to be given to hospice patients. All craft supplies will be furnished by
Hospice of Virginia. This is an enjoyable "service class."
Course: AD113025
Crafting/Painting for Fun and Outreach
Tuesdays Sep 13, 20, 27 Oct 4, 11, 18, 25 Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Dec 6, 13 11:00-1:00
Instructor(s): Debbie Gibbs
Are you interested in painting with others who have a like interest? Bring your paints, brushes, projects and creativity! Lets share ideas and craft/paint together! We will be working on our own individual projects and will also besupporting LLI and its collaboration with Chesterfield County Police, Council on Aging and TRIAD, by completing projects for "Christmas in July: (May/June), "Santa's Visits" (November/December) and other outreach projects as needed.
Course: AD113028
Temari Balls
Thursdays Sep 22, 29 Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 1:00-3:00
Instructor(s): Weeze Yuntz
Temari represent a highly valued and cherished gift, symbolizing deep friendship and loyalty. Also, the brilliant colors and threads used are symbolic of wishing the recipient a brilliant and happy life. Learn how to create these beautiful treasures to give as gifts or to keep for yourself! After you have received your confirmation for this class, you can pick up a supply list in the office.
Course: AD113035
Woodcarving
Wednesdays Oct 5, 12, 19, 26 Nov2, 9, 16 9:00-11:00
Instructor(s): Mervin Warner
This session of woodcarving will be for both beginners and returning carvers. New carvers will be working in the round and require a basic carving knife, a Flexcut KN13 detail knife is recommended (available at Woodcraft); however, any sharp knife is acceptable. Returning carvers will start the session working on a relief carving; however, returning carvers may work on their own projects or work in the round. Questions about tools and carving projects may be directed to Merv Warner at mervinwa@gmail.com or 804-310-7018. A fee will be charged for materials used in class.
Course: AD113068
Nutcracker- Santa Train $8
Wednesday Sep 14 10:30-12:00
Instructor(s): Glenn Crider
It's the perfect time of year to join our local "stamp star" and learn about the art of making nutcrackers! Glenn A. Crider is widely accepted as one of the best Nutcracker artisans in America if not the world. Join us for this hands on class, where you will make a Santa Train Ornament to take home with you. (LIMIT ONE ORNAMENT PER STUDENT.)
Lifelong Learning Institute Sessions
If schools are cancelled due to inclement weather, LLI is also closed.
If the schools have a "delayed opening," LLI will open at 10 am.