Arts & Crafts

ART E00, Survey of Art

This course provides older adult students with in-depth knowledge about the chronological, social, and historical development of art and/or architecture. Older adults investigate the history of art and view selections from different time periods, regions, or developmental stages, and compare and contrast artwork from different periods with their peers.

Course Number: 9702 Time: 10-11:50 a.m. TLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Benson J K

Course Number: 9703 Time: 10-11:50 a.m. TLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Taylor VStill Life across cultures in the history of art with a focus on types of art production and media from prehistory to the present.

Course Number: 9704 Time: 11 a.m.-12:50 p.m. ThLocation: ITINERARYInstructor: Taylor VSome weeks this class will meet in various galleries, and some weeks will meet online.

Course Number: 9705 Time: 1:30-3:20 p.m. WLocation: ITINERARYInstructor: Harrison A BSome weeks will meet in various galleries, and some weeks will meet online.

Course Number: 9706 Time: 1-2:50 p.m. ThLocation: EC 1227 408Instructor: Manno M

ART E15, Drawing

This course provides a supportive atmosphere for older adults — from beginners to more advanced students — to explore and experiment with self expression through drawing. Older adult students learn drawing skills, elements of design, composition, and creativity, as well as drawing techniques for representative or stylistic effect. As well, students learn to interpret the perceived “real world” in a two-dimensional field, and to improve their observation and hand-eye coordination. The course focuses on the processes by which one makes art, exposes students to different approaches, and challenges students to think about what they are doing or trying to do.

Course Number: 9708 Time: 9:30-11:45 a.m. ThLocation: EC 1227 205Instructor: Donon S GAdvanced and experimental drawing: Focus on structure, form, value, and visual perception. Discussion and attention are given to theories of contemporary practices in art. Computer access from home may occasionally be necessary.

Course Number: 9709 Time: 10:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m. TLocation: MALBU 220Instructor: Huerta R

Course Number: 9710 Time: 12:30-2:45 p.m. FLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Tirr C ADrawing in color media: Beginning and advanced techniques using colored pencils and pastels to draw still life studies, landscapes, and cityscapes. Some drawing experience is helpful.

ART E16, Life Drawing Studio

This course provides an opportunity for older adults to learn to see the human form and draw the anatomy of the human figure. This supportive class explores basic anatomy, movement, and skeletal structure of the figure using live models. Through demonstrations, class exercises, individual instruction, and guidance, beginning students learn basic life drawing skills, while more advanced students sharpen their skills in capturing the physical attributes of the model and expressiveness of the pose.

Course Number: 9711 Time: 9-11:50 a.m. MLocation: EC 1227 204Instructor: Adams L KDraw the human form from a live model. Learn basic drawing skills, perception, and eye-hand coordination, and elements of design, composition, and creativity.

Course Number: 9712 Time: 9-11:50 a.m. TLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Adams L KPainting the human form — long pose for painting.

Course Number: 9713 Time: 9:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m. ThLocation: MALBU 220Instructor: Harrison A B

ART E19, Painting

This course enhances older adults’ artistic creativity and painting skills through positive motivation and instruction in oils and acrylics techniques that may use the palette knife for effect. Older adults learn how to select supplies and equipment, and basic elements of composition. Painting projects, demonstrations, group critiques, and discussions are used to explore two-dimensional artwork.

Course Number: 9714 Time: 9-11:50 a.m. WLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Tirr C APainting in a variety of media and techniques: acrylics, oils, grounds, washes, layering, color mixing, and finishes.

Course Number: 9715 Time: 9:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m. WLocation: EC 1227 204Instructor: Donon S GThis section focuses on watercolor, acrylic, and oil.

Course Number: 9716 Time: 1-3:50 p.m. TLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Burchman J H

Course Number: 9717 Time: 1-3:50 p.m. WLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Adams L KPainting for persons at all levels of skill.

Course Number: 9718 Time: 1:20-4:20 p.m. ThLocation: MALBU 220Instructor: Harrison A B

ART E20, Drawing and Painting

This course provides older adults with a supportive environment for instruction in drawing and painting. Older adults, from beginners to more advanced students, maintain or improve their drawing and/or painting skills in a constructive environment, and learn about space, line, value, and color in a workshop atmosphere.

Course Number: 9719 Time: 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m. FLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Benson J KDrawing and painting with emphasis on the portrait. Studio time split between working with live models and other in-class exercises.

Course Number: 9720 Time: 12:30-2:45 p.m. MLocation: EC 1227 205Instructor: Chow VDrawing and painting, from pencil to pastel. Work in any dry medium. Develop your sense of composition, value, color, and technique. Draw and paint still-lifes, landscapes, and possible “plein air” sessions in a workshop atmosphere. Friendly critiques.

Course Number: 9721 Time: 1-3:50 p.m. MLocation: MALBU 220Instructor: Tirr C A

ART E21, Painting/Drawing, Oil and Acrylic

This course enhances older adults’ artistic creativity and painting skills through positive motivation and instruction in oils and acrylic techniques. Older adults learn basic painting techniques, the elements of composition, and how to select and use materials. Painting projects, demonstrations, and group critiques are used to explore two-dimensional artwork.

Course Number: 9722 Time: 12:30-2:20 p.m. MLocation: EC 1227 204Instructor: Adams L KPainting and drawing for all levels.

Course Number: 9723 Time: 1:30-3:45 p.m. ThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Benson J KInterdisciplinary studio. For persons at all levels of skill. Learn about concept, composition, value, and color in a workshop atmosphere. This section is endowed in the memory of Francis J. Abrahams.

Course Number: 9724 Time: 2:30-4:20 p.m. MLocation: EC 1227 204Instructor: Adams L K

ART E22, Watercolor

This course allows older adults who have never used watercolors to acquire a strong foundation in watercolor techniques, and provides those students with some watercolor experience with a strongly supportive peer group in which to paint. Older adult students learn watercolor techniques and methods, as well as washes, brush strokes, color, value, and composition.

Course Number: 9725 Time: 9-11:15 a.m. TLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Manseau F JDesigned for beginning watercolorists. A techniques and methods class concentrating on the “how” of the medium: washes, brush strokes, color, value, and composition.

Course Number: 9726 Time: 11:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m. TLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Manseau F JIntermediate watercolor. Review basics and further develop techniques toward a more personal creative result. Designed for students with some experience. The majority of students in this studio class have watercolor painting experience, so any beginners should know that I will need to divide my instruction time between both levels. Note that my ART E22 9725 class is strictly a beginners level.

Course Number: 9864 Time: 9-11:15 a.m. WLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Harrison A B

ART E23, Calligraphy for Older Adults

This course assists older adults in acquiring basic skills in calligraphy to use for personal growth, self expression, or for family and volunteer projects. Older adult students learn the tools and equipment needed to write the beginning calligraphy alphabet, as well as fundamental calligraphy techniques.

Course Number: 9727 Time: 2-4 p.m. FLocation: EC 1227 408Instructor: Martorello J MAdd grace and style to all of your handwritten projects. This term will focus on the beautiful and popular style of Italic. We will start from the very beginning, building your knowledge of the hand and the fundamental skills needed to support your calligraphic journey. Classes taught online with Hybrid Zoom/In Person meeting once per month TBD.

ART E24, Calligraphy II

This course expands older adults’ knowledge of calligraphy and everyday calligraphic forms to use for personal growth, self expression, or for family and volunteer projects. Older adult students learn the tools and equipment needed to write the calligraphy alphabet, as well as fundamental calligraphy techniques, lettering styles, and display methods.

Course Number: 9728 Time: 9:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m. FLocation: EC 1227 408Instructor: Martorello J MA variety of different styles is offered each term, with variations ranging from traditional to modern adaptations. Topics include layout, use of color, and practical applications. Add style and grace to all of your handwritten projects. Taught as Hybrid Zoom/In Person meeting once per month TBD.

ART E30, Watercolor Studio

This course allows older adults who have never used watercolors to acquire a strong foundation in watercolor techniques, and provides those students with some watercolor experience with a strongly supportive peer group in which to paint. Older adult students learn watercolor techniques and methods, as well as washes, textures, color, value, and composition.

Course Number: 9729 Time: 9-11:50 a.m. ThLocation: EC 1227 204Instructor: Manseau F JThe majority of students in this studio class have watercolor painting experience, so any beginners should know that I will need to divide my instruction time between both levels. Note that my ART E22 9725 class is strictly a beginners level.

Course Number: 9730 Time: 9-11:50 a.m. FLocation: ITINERARYInstructor: Tirr C AAn 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 first class meeting is at Tongva Park, 1615 Ocean Ave.

Course Number: 9731 Time: 12:30-3:20 p.m. WLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Tirr C AStudio watercolor covering the basics with a focus on strong composition and an understanding of the medium.

ART E55, Sculpture

This course introduces older adults to three-dimensional design principles and elements, and helps them create expressive works of sculpture. Older adults learn to appreciate sculpture as a medium of self expression, and use a combination of materials and techniques to create a sculptural form and develop an expressive idea using a variety of materials, including items from everyday life. Students are required to purchase or bring their own materials.

Course Number: 9732 Time: 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m. ThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Benson J KBecome inspired creatively in three dimensions. Material options to be discussed on first day of class. Students will be introduced to sculpture processes involving clay, paper, wire, balsa wood, found objects, plaster of Paris, mold-making rubber, and casting resin.

ART E80, Jewelry Making

This course provides older adults with an opportunity to create pieces of jewelry and learn an assortment of different techniques involved in creating jewelry. Students also learn about the wide range of materials available for making jewelry. Older adults make bracelets, earrings, and necklaces using techniques such as wire wrapping and bending, macrame, pearl knotting, crimping, and bead-weaving. Each week students learn a new technique and make a piece of jewelry using that technique.

Course Number: 9733 Time: 11:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m. ThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Ryza S VAdvanced Jewelry Making: New, more advanced projects weekly — bead stringing, wirework, bead weaving, knotting, chain maille, and more. Students should master basic jewelry skills taught in the beginning class prior to enrolling. Guidelines for tools and materials purchasing will be given in class.

Course Number: 9734 Time: 2-4:15 p.m. ThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Ryza S VBeginning/Intermediate Jewelry Making: New projects weekly — a wide range of jewelry-making techniques will be covered, including bead stringing, wirework, bead weaving, knotting, chain maille, and more. Guidelines for tools and materials purchasing will be given during class.

HME EC E71, Needlecrafts II

This course provides a supportive, stimulating, and creative environment for older adults to create handmade needlework or other fiber arts projects using an assortment of techniques, including knitting, crochet, needlepoint, weaving and macrame. Beginning students will learn basic skills; students with some experience in needlework will learn more advanced techniques.

Course Number: 9801 Time: 1:30-4:20 p.m. WLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Ryza S VIn this friendly, relaxed, social class, learn a wide variety of needlecraft techniques, including knitting, crochet, embroidery, weaving, macrame, needlepoint, and others. New projects are presented each week. Class is suitable for complete beginners or more advanced students. Students choose which projects they want to pursue while learning all the presented techniques.