Program Description
In-person vs. virtual classroom vs. online?
- An in-person class provides the traditional on-site instruction.
- A virtual classroom provides real-time, online instruction. A student is responsible for the technology needed to attend the class.
- An online class provides online instruction but not in real-time. A student is responsible for the technology needed to complete the class.
Stained Glass – Beginning, Copper Foil
Instructor: J. Rocker
Learn to make stained glass projects using the same copper foil technique that Tiffany used to create his legendary lampshades. You will be guided through the process of cutting glass pieces and assembling them using copper foil. Needed tools, which may cost up to $250, will be discussed at the first class; as well as sources for supplies. Some materials may contain lead. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should refrain from using these materials. Attendance is required at first two classes. A $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor the first night of class.
5 Tuesdays Sept. 7 – Oct. 5 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Bldg. 2 – Rm. 219 Fee $65
In-person CRN 80858
Stained Glass – Intermediate, Lead
Instructor: J. Rocker
Prerequisite: Stained Glass – Beginning, Copper Foil or equivalent.
You will learn to use lead cames and advance your glass cutting skills. We will be working on small panel projects and free form window hangings throughout this class. Some materials may contain lead. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should refrain from using these materials.
5 Tuesdays Oct. 12 – Nov. 9 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Bldg. 2 – Rm. 219 Fee $65
In-person CRN 80859
Stained Glass – Advanced, Copper Foil & Lead Techniques
Instructor: J. Rocker
Prerequisite: Stained Glass – Intermediate or equivalent.
A challenging, hands-on course for advanced stained glass techniques and pattern development. Class is suited for experienced stained glass artisans.
5 Tuesdays Nov. 16 – Dec. 14 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Bldg. 2 – Rm. 219 Fee $65
In-person CRN 80860
Creations with Clay
Instructor: D. McMullen
Explore your creativity with clay. This class is for the beginner who wants to learn to create projects with clay. You will be introduced to the basics of working on the Potter’s wheel and create hand-built projects using stoneware clay. Color slips are available and projects will be finished using a glaze. A $20 materials fee is payable to the instructor the first night of class.
6 Thursdays Sept. 16 – Oct. 21 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Bldg. 3 – Rm. 102 Fee $99
In-person CRN 80861
Ceramics
Instructor: T. Schmidt
Prerequisite: 18 and older
Black Hawk College Art Department and the Figge Art Museum are teaming up to offer a ceramics class at the Black Hawk College campus. In this class, learn techniques in hand building, wheel work, glaze mixing, firing and more.
#55WC607 Clay must be purchased from the Black Hawk College Bookstore. Please bring your receipt to class. Also needed: two large sponges, a large plastic storage tote (20-25 gal) with a lid, a 3-ring binder with clean paper. Optional items: apron and/or towel.
Figge membership will be confirmed before the first class.
7 Mon./8 Wed. Aug. 23 – Oct. 18 5:30 – 8:16 p.m.
Bldg. 3 – Rm. 102
In-person CRN 80641 Figge Member Fee $225
In-person CRN 80642 Non-Figge member Fee $240
(No class Sept. 6 and Oct. 11)
7 Mon/8 Wed Oct 20 – Dec 8 5:30 – 8:16 pm
Bldg 3 – Rm 102
In-person CRN 80872 Figge Member Fee $225
In-person CRN 80873 Non-Figge Member Fee $240
Watercolor Summer Scenes
Instructor: T. Hempel
Prerequisite: Previous watercolor experience
Explore mixing earth tones to create intense vibrant colors for your impact area and muting the same mix to make value changes for depth in your landscapes. Please bring to class a kneaded eraser, a 140 lb. cold press watercolor sketchbook, a set of 6 basic watercolors, and 3 brushes.
4 Tuesdays Aug. 3 – Aug. 24 Noon – 2:00 p.m.
Outreach – Rm. 204 Fee $39
In-person CRN 80640
Beginning Watercolor
Instructor: T. Hempel
Watercolor is about the fluidity of paint, the texture of brush strokes, and amount of water. Every technique produces its own unique result. Learn basic watercolor techniques, the differences in brushes and how to mix colors and you’ll be hooked on creating watercolor paintings. Required materials: a kneaded eraser, a 140 lb. cold press watercolor sketchbook, a set of 6 basic watercolors, and 3 brushes.
4 Tuesdays Sept. 7 – Sept. 28 Noon – 2:00 p.m.
Outreach – Rm. 204 Fee $39
In-person CRN 80862
Intermediate Watercolor
Instructor: T. Hempel
Prerequisite: Previous watercolor experience or Beginning Watercolor
This fun class can be taken as a refresher course or as a follow-up to Beginning Watercolor. Differences in brushes, color composition and color mixing will be explored. While learning to fine-tune your watercolor skills, you will delve deeper into painting reflections, the sky, clouds, shadows and shading. Required materials: a kneaded eraser, a 140 lb. cold press watercolor sketchbook, a set of 6 basic watercolors, and 3 brushes.
4 Tuesdays Oct. 5 – Oct. 26 Noon – 2:00 p.m.
Outreach – Rm. 204 Fee $39
In person CRN 80863
Anyone Can Learn to Draw, Part I
Instructor: A. Martin
Learn to move away from flat, on-the-surface sketches to three-dimensional, into-the-surface sketches. There are seven basic rules to follow. Required materials: an 11”x 8.5” sketchpad, two #2 pencils and a white hi-polymer eraser.
4 Wednesdays Sept. 8 – Sept. 29 10:00 a.m. – Noon
Outreach – Rm. 204 Fee $39
In-person CRN 80864
Anyone Can Learn to Draw, Part II
Instructor: A. Martin
You are welcome even if you did not take Part I. We will review the seven basic rules of drawing while drawing still life, landscapes and faces. Required materials: an 11”x 8.5” sketchpad, two #2 pencils and a white hi-polymer eraser.
4 Wednesdays Oct. 6 – Oct. 27 10:00 a.m. – Noon
Outreach – Rm. 204 Fee $39
In-person CRN 80865
Drawing Animals
Instructor: A. Martin
Draw your favorite animals while connecting with nature in this relaxing environment. You will learn from an experienced drawing instructor the basic techniques such as shading, working on general shapes, details and capturing the essence of the animal subject. Please bring to class two #2 pencils, a white hi-polymer eraser and an 11” x 8.5” sketchpad with spiral binding on the side
4 Wednesdays Nov. 3 – Nov. 24 10:00 a.m. – Noon
Outreach – Rm. 204 Fee $39
In-person CRN 80866
Beginning Knitting
Instructor: D. Palm
“Click” your way to knitting those projects that can make wonderful gifts. Class will include knit and purl, cast on, bind off, increase and decrease, stitch construction and correcting mistakes. Become familiar with reading knitting patterns. Choose to knit a small towel, scarf or animal from provided patterns. Bring to class two skeins (any color), worsted weight yarn, one set U.S. size 9, 10 or 11 needles plus one yarn needle.
4 Saturdays Aug. 21 – Sept. 11 10:00 a.m. – Noon
Outreach – Rm. 407 Fee $39
In-person CRN 80867
Refresher Crocheting
Instructor: D. Palm
If you’ve crocheted in the past, but need some assistance to start back up, this is the class for you! You don’t need a beginner course, you just need help remembering how the stitches work and what they’re called. You might even have an unfinished project you started years ago; now is the time to complete that project! We will refresh your crochet memory and help you get back to crocheting. We will review the basic stitches and start (or finish) a project of your choice. Please bring to class one skein of worsted weight yarn and a size I or J crochet hook.
2 Saturdays Sept. 18 – Sept. 25 10:00 a.m. – Noon
Outreach – Rm. 407 Fee $28
In-person CRN 80868
Pattern Reading for Crocheting
Instructor: D. Palm
Learn the basics of pattern reading for crocheting in this workshop, including terminology, symbols and how to interpret instructions. Bring yarn and a hook (any size) to class as we take a hands-on approach to learning.
2 Saturdays Oct. 2 – Oct. 9 10:00 a.m. – Noon.
Outreach Rm. 204 Fee $28
In-person CRN 80869
