The World of Art

ART E00 Survey of Art

Survey of art history: View selections from selected time periods, selected artists or lines of development.

9701 9a–10:50a   Fri   1227 #409   Valerie Taylor

Pre–Columbian Art. The art of Latin America focusing on Aztec, Mayan and Inca cultures from architecture to ceramics and textiles of the new world. Note: the LACMA Americos wing opens in summer.

9702 11a–12:50p   Tue   Itinerary   Cheryl Walker

Discover and investigate art via field trips to galleries, museums, studios and sites of specific events. First meeting only at 1227 2nd St. to receive the itinerary.

9703 12p–1:50p   Thu   Itinerary   Mary Pillot

Visit a variety of local galleries and exhibitions. First meeting only at 1227 2nd St. to receive the itinerary.

9704 1:30p–3:20p   Tue   Itinerary   Chris Hero

Gallery tour class. First meeting only at 1227 2nd St. to receive the itinerary. Itinerary has variable days to meet gallery schedules.

9705 1:30p–3:20p   Thu   Itinerary   Chris Hero

Same as above.

ART E03 Art and Architecture

Learn about the historical periods and styles of world architecture and influences in modern and local structures.

9706 1:30p–3:20p   Fri   1227 #409   Mara DeLuca

Part IV: 1960 and beyond.

ART E05 Fine Arts Training

Learn the methods of artists that have been used for centuries.

9707 10a–11:50a   Mon   1227 205    Staff

Learn the elements of design and the principles of composition while you use these skills in painting still life pieces.

ART E06 Artistic Expression through Gardening

View public and private gardens each week. See how garden design influences your life.

9708 9a–11:50a   Wed   EUCLID PARK   James Jaeger

Use the new community garden plots made available by Santa Monica City. Inside lecture with outside gardening and harvesting.

9709 10a–11:50a   Mon   Itinerary   James Jaeger

Meet first at SE corner 24th & Marguerita, north of Montana to receive the itineraries.

9710 10a–11:50a   Tue   Itinerary   James Jaeger

Meet first at SE corner 24th & Marguerita, north of Montana to receive the itineraries.

ART E11 Creative Art

Unlock your creativity: drawing, painting, and design inspired by nature.

9711 9:30a–11:45a   Thu   PT DUME   Jean Stephenson

Experiment in multimedia; still life or figure for all levels and any media. Emphasis on loosening up and finding your voice. Guaranteed exhibitable art work produced! Meets at Pt. Dume Mobile Home Park, Malibu.

9712 10a–12:15p   Mon   VIRGINIA PARK   Ruth San Pietro

Discover your creative self. Mixed media: acrylics, watercolor, three–dimensional objects and papermaking. Be prepared to purchase $10+ of supplies. Meets in the Teen Center, #1.

ART E15 Drawing

9713 9a–11:15a   Tue   1227 #205   Lynn Goodin

Learn the basics of drawing realistically. Good for the beginner and anyone who would like to improve their drawing skills. A variety of materials and subjects will be included.

9714 9:15a–11:30a   Fri   1227 #204   Chris Hero

Advanced and experimental drawing: Focus on structure, form, value and visual perception. Discussion and attention are given to theories of contemporary practices in art.

9715 12:30p–2:45p   Fri   1227 #204   Catherine Tirr

Drawing in color media: Beginning and advanced techniques using colored pencils and pastels to draw still–life studies, landscapes and cityscapes. Some drawing experience would be helpful.

9716 2p–3:50p   Wed   1227 #205   Bruce Trentham

Drawing and Painting in Pastel. Explore the medium in still–life, landscapes and cityscapes.

ART E16 Life Drawing Studio

Basic anatomy, movement, and structure of the human form are covered. A donation of $30 toward model expenses is welcome.

9717 9a–11:50a   Wed   1227 #205   Ruth San Pietro

Draw the human form from a live model. Learn basic drawing skills, perception and eye–hand coordination, elements of design, composition and creativity.

9718 9a–11:50a   Thu   1227 #204   Lynn Goodin

For beginners and others wanting to increase their skills. Includes lessons on anatomy, proportion, structure and expression. Short, medium and long poses.

9719 1p–3:50p   Thu   1227 #204   Lynn Goodin

Painting the human form – long pose for painting.

ART E19 Painting

Painting: acrylics and oils, grounds, washes, layering, color mixing, and finishes.

9720 9a–11:50a   Wed   1227 #204   Trenton Reynolds

Assignments are designed for the progressing student. A basic grasp of the fundamentals of painting is required.

ART E20 Drawing and Painting

Multimedia drawing and painting for persons at all levels of skill. Learn about space, line, value and color in a workshop atmosphere.

9722 9a–11:15a   Mon   1227 #204   Evelyn Debes

Drawing portraits in mixed media: This course focuses on drawing techniques. Capture the personality as you focus on the head, hands, and posture in drawings, paintings and assemblage.

9723 9a–11:15a   Thu   1227 #205   Jacquelyn Brutsche

Work with the medium of your choice as you learn to draw and paint still life setups, landscapes and master reproductions. Individual instruction and class demonstrations will give an understanding of composition, color, value and space. This class gives you the tools to make each painting a work of art.

9724 2p–4:15p   Mon   1227 #204   Mary Pillot

Explore the art of painting in acrylic which can be worked transparently or opaquely on canvas or paper. Emphais is on personal creative interpretation. Develop skill by drawing and painting still life, natural forms and abstract exploration.

ART E21 Painting / Drawing, Oil and Acrylic

Painting with oils or acrylics for persons of all skill levels. Learn the basic techniques and equipment.

9725 9a–11:15a   Fri   1227 #205   Trenton Reynolds

Learn the techniques of classical and contemporary masters, new painting techniques and expand your visual vocabulary.

9726 11:30a–1:45p   Mon   1227 #204   Evelyn Debes

Enhance your creativity in mixed media. This section is endowed in the memory of Francis J. Abrahams.

ART E22 Watercolor

Come try a medium of brilliance and spontaneity. Learn basic techniques and equipment.

9727 9a–11:15a   Tue   1227 #204   Fred Manseau

A techniques and methods class concentrating on the “how” of the medium: washes, brush strokes, color, value and composition. Designed for beginning watercolorists.

9728 11:30a–1:45p   Tue   1227 #204   Fred Manseau

Intermediate watercolor. Review basics and further develop techniques toward a more personal creative result. Designed for students with some experience.

ART E24 Calligraphy and Crafts

9729 9a–10:50a   Fri   JOSLYN PARK   Janet Takahashi

Capital Play – fun with tiny capitals.

ART E25 Calligraphy

9880 11a–12:50p   Fri   JOSLYN PARK   Janet Takahashi

Study a unique calligraphic hand.

ART E30 Watercolor Studio

Watercolor enthusiasts come together to learn new techniques in this painting studio.

9730 9a–11:50a   Wed   Itinerary   Susan Weinberg

Join an on–going group of artists, beginners welcome. Paint site–specific pieces at the beachfront from Malibu to Marina del Rey; historical and pre–development sites, hotels, restaurants, and hidden places. To pick up the itinerary the first week and rainy day location, meet at 1605 1/2 Ocean Front Walk, SM.

9731 9a–11:50a   Thu   Itinerary   Cheryl Walker

An outdoor studio class on location: Techniques and materials. Work in a group environment. Group critiques. First meeting only at Clover Park to get the itinerary.

9732 9a–11:50a   Fri   Itinerary   Catherine Tirr

An outdoor, “plein air,” class meeting at a variety of locations for instruction in techniques, composition, selection of subject, and quickly capturing a landscape. Critiques are at the easel. The 1st meeting is at Bergamot Station, 2525 Michigan Ave. at the Café for the itinerary.

9733 12p–2:50p   Tue   1227 #205   Lynn Goodin

Watercolor, drawing, and design inspired by the beauty of nature and still life. Express yourself in watercolor. All levels are welcome.

9734 12p–2:50p   Wed   1227 #204   Catherine Tirr

Studio watercolor covering the basics with a focus on strong composition and an understanding of the medium.

ART E55 Sculpture

Become inspired and stimulated creatively in three dimensions. Materials to be used vary according to the description of the section.

9735 1:30p–3:45p   Thu   MEMORIAL PARK   Ruth San Pietro

Take art to the 3rd dimension. Use easily obtained, easy–to–work–with materials. Expand flat projects into the third dimension as you work out composition and construction issues. Be prepared to purchase $15+ of supplies. Meets in the crafts room, entrance off the parking lot.

ART E80 Jewelry Making – Advanced

Create jewelry projects using basic tools and simple methods.

9736 11:30a–1:45p   Thu   1227 #205   Susan Ryza

Projects for this section are more complex. New projects weekly. Students need to master basic jewelry skills prior to enrolling. LIMITED CLASS SIZE.

ART E80 Jewelry Making – Beginning

9737 2p–4:15p   Thu   1227 #205   Susan Ryza

New projects weekly: knotting, wire wrapping, bead weaving, attaching clasps. Use a wide assortment of tools and materials. Students purchase their materials per guidelines. Bring your personal beads or tools to the first class. LIMITED CLASS SIZE.

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