Art
ART OF SEEING, THE Fee: $125
A two-day workshop designed for all levels of artists to give
you the skills to carefully observe your subject and recreate what
you see on paper or canvas. You will explore various ways to
measure, make comparisons, define values, see, and identify colors.
Special emphasis will be placed on the skills needed to accurately
see angles, edges, spaces, values, and relationships between shapes.
Once you learn to see, you can draw or paint anything! Bob is a
native of New England and as a young artist was immersed in the
culture of that region. He learned much of his style and painting
craft while working with Tom Blackwell, one of the original Photo
Realists. His work has hung in many one-man shows and juried group
exhibitions in New York City, Europe, New England, Florida, and
North Carolina. These include the American Watercolor Society,
Pastel Society of America, and the American Arts Club, all in New
York City, the Freie Berliner Kunst Austellung (Free Berlin Art
Exhibition) in Berlin, Germany, and the Copley Society of Boston.
You can see examples of his work at:
www.professionalartists.com
NOTE: This is a self-supporting class;Fee-exempt status does not
apply. DUE TO LIMITED ENROLLMENT; PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
AT LEAST ONE WEEK IN ADVANCE. You must have your supplies in
advance. Please contact Carol O'Sullivan at (910) 678-8329 for a
supply list.
Instructor: Robert Way
| F& | 6:00-9:00 pm (F) | May 16-May 17 | 11 hrs | 90251 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
| Sat | 9 am-5 pm (Sat) |
CALLIGRAPHY
(BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE) Fee: $45
Starting with basic pen strokes and proper pen position, you will
learn a more beautiful way with words. You will learn several
different styles of lettering and will apply writing skills with
border designing and layout of cards, poems, announcements,
invitations, and certificates.
Instructor: Margaret Wilson
| M | 9:00-12:00 N | Apr 07-May 19 | 21 hrs | 90252 | Belden-Horne House |
COLOR 101 Fee: $45
Color 101 is a MUST for those interested in how color works on a
scientific level. It is designed to lead you through the
fundamentals of color psychology by completing various in-class
assignments. Topics covered will include the mechanics of color
perception, the two-dimensional relationship between color and
light, optical effects and illusions, and the psychological effects
of color groupings. Not only is this class highly informative and
extremely helpful to long-time artists and those just beginning
their exploration of art, but is also intended to be fun. The only
experience you need for this class is how to laugh and enjoy
learning.
Instructor: Quincy Reiter
| M | 6:00-10:00 pm | Jun 09-Jun 30 | 16 hrs | 90253 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
DECORATIVE PAINTING
TECHNIQUES Fee: $35
If you've learned the fundamentals of decorative painting
and are ready for more, this course is for you. We will learn
multiple faux finishes for backgrounds, using shading and
highlighting to bring your painting to life, painting realistic
flowers, leaves, birds, and more. Please e-mail instructor at:
rpotter@nc.rr.com for supply list at least one week prior
to class start date—put "One-Stroke" in the subject matter.
Instructor: Talmadge Potter
| W | 9:00-12:00 N | Apr 09-Apr 30 | 12 hrs | 90254 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
| W | 9:00-12:00 N | May 07-May 28 | 12 hrs | 90255 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
DRAWING AND PORTRAITURE Fee: $45
This class is designed to accommodate the beginning to advanced
drawing student. We will work from nature, still life, and your own
photographs to develop pleasing compositions. The instructor will
help you to train your hand to follow the eye and help the eye to
observe line, light, texture, and color. The use of these elements
will help you to create stronger compositions and more natural and
lifelike portraits and drawings. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED;
PRE-REGISTRATION IS ENCOURAGED.
Instructor: Lyn Padrick
| T | 1:00-4:00 pm | Apr 08-May 27 | 24 hrs | 90256 | Cape Fear Studios |
DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN I Fee: $45
This drawing class is for anyone who has always wanted to learn how
to draw but didn't think they could. In just a few short weeks you
will be able to use the "right side" of your brain (your creative
side) and see as an artist sees. As a result you will be able to
draw any subject matter, including portraits and learn perspective
and shading.
Instructor: Carol O'Sullivan
| M | 1:00-4:30 pm | Apr 07-May 19 | 24.5 hrs | 90257 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
DRAWING ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE BRAIN II Fee: $35
A follow-up from Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. It is
necessary to have completed Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain I
because the basic skills covered in the first course will not be
thoroughly covered again. You will advance and refine your drawing
ability as you study perspective, proper shading, and the figure.
Mediums such as charcoal and colored pencil will be touched on.
Perfect for the graphite artist who longs for more. Call Carol at
(910) 678-8329 for supply list.
Instructor: Carol O'Sullivan
| T | 9:00-12:00 N | Apr 08-May 27 | 24 hrs | 90258 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
JEWELRY FABRICATION
(BEGINNING) Fee: $45
Learn the fundamental techniques used to conceptualize and create
hand-crafted jewelry. You will be taught how to manipulate silver,
copper, and brass using a variety of techniques including sawing,
filing, soldering, cold connecting, surface texturing, and
patination. A number of semi-precious stone setting techniques will
also be covered. Be prepared to be creative!
Instructor: Erica Bailey
| M | 3:00-6:00 pm | Apr 07-Jun 02 | 24 hrs | 90259 | FTCC/CEC 147 |
JEWELRY FABRICATION (INTERMEDIATE) Fee: $45
A continuation of the techniques learned in the beginning jewelry
class with an emphasis on more challenging technical solutions. More
advanced soldering as well as other techniques will be covered. This
class will be more oriented toward individual student interests.
Supplies will be discussed at the first class.
Instructor: Erica Bailey
| M | 6:00-9:00 pm | Apr 07-Jun 02 | 24 hrs | 90260 | FTCC/CEC 147 |
JOY OF PAINTING Fee: $45
Who painted that? Now you can say "I DID." You can learn the
exciting painting method used on PBS's Joy of Painting with Bob
Ross. This course is taught by a Bob Ross trained and certified
instructor. This is a method that is especially suited for people
who have never painted before. You will need to purchase the Bob
Ross Master Kit and a 16x20 canvas. Please visit the instructor's
website at: www.loafingartist.com
Instructor: Kim Cowger
| W | 9:00-12:00 N | Apr 09-May 28 | 24 hrs | 90261 | Blue St Sr Ctr |
LANDSCAPE PAINTING Fee: $45
Both studio and on-location classes will be used to teach landscape
painting in oil, watercolor, and pastel. The instructor will use
demonstration, individual instruction, and group critiques to focus
on techniques. Special emphasis will be placed on color theory and
natural light depiction.
Instructor: Lyn Padrick
| Th | 1:00-4:00 pm | Apr 10-May 29 | 24 hrs | 90262 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
MAKING MUD WORK FOR YOU Fee: $125
Muddy and chalky color mixtures have plagued everyone at one
time or another in their painting career. This two-day workshop
designed for all levels of artists will reveal why this is so and
how, not only to avoid this condition, but to use it to your
artistic advantage. Through demonstration and practical application,
each participant will learn to see MUD in the environment and then
mix the colors needed to create beautiful and appealing oil or
watercolor paintings. Bob has spent most of his adult life teaching
drawing and painting publicly and privately. His credits include: a
commission by the Thorne Sagendorf Art Museum, Keene State College,
NH; a large wall sculpture commissioned by the Keene, NH, YMCA;
winner of the United States and Worldwide All-Army Art Contest;
first place winner in oil painting (2005) and drawing (2006) as well
as People's Choice Award (2005) at the Arts Council of Moore County,
NC, and many portrait commissions of individuals, pets, and
buildings. You can see examples of his work at:
www.professionalartists.com
NOTE: This is a self-supporting
class;Fee-exempt status does not apply. DUE TO
LIMITED ENROLLMENT; PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AT LEAST ONE WEEK
IN ADVANCE. You must have your supplies in advance. Please call
Carol O'Sullivan at (910) 678-8329 for a supply list.
Instructor: Robert Way
| F& | 6:00-9:00 pm (F) | Jun 06-Jun 07 | 11 hrs | 90263 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
| Sat | 9 am-5 pm (Sat) |
MATTING AND FRAMING
(BEGINNING) Fee: $45
This course will consist of instruction on decorative and
conservation matting. Types and color of mat selection will be
explained. Several examples on conservation and decorative matting
will be demonstrated and practiced by the students. Selecting and
fitting the frame and glass cutting will also be included. This
course is designed for anyone who would like to be able to do their
own matting and framing at home. Artists will especially benefit by
being able to do their own matting and framing.
Instructor: Carolyn Culbreth
| T | 6:00-9:00 pm | Apr 08-May 27 | 24 hrs | 90264 | FTCC/CEC 147 |
MATTING AND FRAMING (INTERMEDIATE) Fee: $45
Continue your matting and framing experience with new techniques
introduced. You will learn new mat cutting and framing techniques
including using double mats to add dimension to your artwork,
creating incised mats or extending your artwork onto your mats,
using fillets to accentuate your artwork, framing 3-dimensional
objects, mounting in shadow boxes, and other matting and framing
projects as requested by experienced students.
PREREQUISITE: completion of the beginning Matting and Framing
course or equivalent experience
Instructor: Carolyn Culbreth
| F | 1:00-4:00 pm | Apr 11-May 30 | 24 hrs | 90265 | FTCC/CEC 147 |
MIXED MEDIA/WATERCOLOR PAINTING-WATERCOLOR PENCIL Fee: $45
Today's watercolor pencils are truly a fine art medium with a
pigment quality just as good as watercolor. They are sometimes
called water-soluble pencils and they're pure pigments that dissolve
in water. They can be used for wet line sketching; or you can leave
them dry for a colored pencil effect, building layers in a painterly
fashion for extremely rich works. You will learn about shading,
washes, and a graded wash. You will also learn to create linear
effects that are difficult to get with a brush. This is a fun class
where you'll learn new ways to enhance your watercolor paintings and
watercolor drawings. Please call Carol at (910) 678-8329 for a
supply list.
Instructor: Carol O'Sullivan
| T | 6:00-9:30 pm | Jun 03-Jun 24 | 14 hrs | 90266 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
MONOTYPE (BEGINNING) Fee: $45
Do you want to have fun learning a new painting technique? Bring
your landscape, still life, or animal photos and learn how to
produce monotypes. This technique is credited to an Italian
printmaker in the 17th
century and used by Degas to create over 300
monotypes in the latter part of the 19th
century. This is a painting/printmaking technique that produces a
one-of-a-kind piece of art. You will paint on Plexiglas, then your
painting will be applied to a moistened sheet of watercolor paper by
running it through a press. The press transfers the painting onto
the moistened paper. The Plexiglas can be run through again to
create a "ghost" of the image. Please call Carol at (910) 678-8329
for a supply list.
Instructor: Carol O'Sullivan
| M&W | 1:00-4:30 pm | Jun 02-Jun 11 | 14 hrs | 90267 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
OIL PAINTING (BEGINNING) Fee: $45
For centuries, oil painting has been a preferred medium for
creative expression. This course is designed as an introduction to
oil painting for the beginning painter. You will learn the basics of
composition, color, and how to paint what you see! Through specific
exercises you will become familiar with setting up the palette,
selecting appropriate surfaces to paint on (canvas, panels, etc.),
choosing a subject, painting from life as well as photographs,
making expressive brush strokes, and caring for studio materials and
equipment. In addition to the basics, techniques such as glazing and
scumbling will be explored. You will move at your own pace with much
individual attention from the instructor. If you need a refresher
course in oil painting or if you have never painted but always
wanted to, this is the course for you!
Instructor: Quincy Reiter
| M | 9:00-12:00 N | Apr 07-Jun 02 | 24 hrs | 90268 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
Instructor: Nancy Mabes
| Th | 6:00-9:00 pm | Apr 10-May 29 | 24 hrs | 90269 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
Instructor: Ron Jernigan
| Th | 6:00-10:00 pm | Jun 05-Jun 26 | 16 hrs | 90270 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
OIL PAINTING (INTERMEDIATE) Fee: $45
This course is designed for students who have completed a
beginning level oil painting course or have equivalent experience.
For those who have not painted in a while, your instructor will
review some of the basics and move into choosing subjects, setting
up a still life, painting from life and photographs, and caring for
materials, equipment, and finished paintings. You will progress at
your own pace with much individual attention for each project.
Instructor: Quincy Reiter
| W | 1:00-4:00 pm | Apr 09-May 28 | 24 hrs | 90271 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
Instructor: Nancy Mabes
| F | 9:00-12:00 N | Apr 11-May 30 | 24 hrs | 90272 | Cape Fear Studios |
Instructor: Lyn Padrick
| T | 1:00-4:30 pm | Jun 03-Jun 24 | 14 hrs | 90273 | Cape Fear Studios |
ONE-STROKE PAINTING (BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE) Fee: $45
One Stroke is designed so that everyone can learn to paint. If
you are a novice or experienced painter we'll have projects for all
levels, and you'll be encouraged to move at your own pace. Come join
us for this fun and exciting class as you learn to paint many
beautiful and useful things. Please e-mail instructor at:
rpotter@nc.rr.com for supply list at least one week prior to
class start date—put "One Stroke" in the subject matter.
Instructor: Talmadge Potter
| M | 6:00-9:30 pm | Apr 07-May 19 | 24.5 hrs | 90274 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
ONE-STROKE PAINTING: PEACEFUL REFLECTIONS Fee: $25
This course is being offered for those at the intermediate level
of one-stroke painting who would like to work on a special project
for spring. It just takes a good book and a straw hat and you're
ready to relax. You'll enjoy painting these delightful reminders of
spring days. Come on along and let's paint ourselves a new hat and a
good book and maybe a surprise or two. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
AT LEAST ONE WEEK PRIOR TO START DATE. NOTE: You must have your
supplies the day of class. Please e-mail instructor at:
rpotter@nc.rr.com for supply list at least one week prior to
class start date-put "One-Stroke" in the subject matter.
PREREQUISITE: must have completed One-Stroke Painting
(Beginning)
Instructor: Talmadge Potter
| Sat | 9 am-4 pm | May 10 | 6 hrs | 90275 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
PORTRAITURE DRAWING WORKSHOP
Fee: $125
A two-day workshop designed for intermediate to advanced artists
will give you a solid understanding of the process of observing,
seeing, and rendering the proportions, structure, and features of
the human head. Emphasis will be placed on achieving an accurate
likeness as well as the character of the subject. A discussion of
posing and lighting the subject will be included. Your instructor is
a member of the American Society of Portrait Artists, the New York
Society of Portrait Artists, and the Portrait Society of America.
His work is represented in many public and private collections
worldwide. You can see examples of his work at:
www.professionalartists.com
NOTE: This is a self-supporting
class;Fee-exempt status does not apply. DUE TO LIMITED
ENROLLMENT; PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AT LEAST ONE WEEK IN
ADVANCE. You must have your supplies in advance. Please contact
Carol O'Sullivan at (910) 678-8329 for a supply list.
Instructor: Robert Way
| F& Sat |
6:00-9:00 pm (F) 9 am-5 pm (Sat) |
May 02-May 03 | 11 hrs | 90276 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
POTTERY (BEGINNING) Fee: $45
If you have always been fascinated watching potters and
thought it looked like fun, come and learn just how much fun it
really is. It isn't difficult to learn, it just takes patience and
the willingness to get a little dirty. As a beginning student, you
will learn basic throwing techniques with emphasis on making
functional forms such as mugs, bowls, and vases. You will learn how
to trim, decorate (if desired), and glaze your pieces. If you are
interested, you can also work on hand-built pieces. Students will
need to provide their own clay (available from FTCC bookstore).
Glazes are provided.
Instructor: MyTrinh Dang
| M | 6:00-9:00 pm | Mar 17-May 07 | 24 hrs | 90277 | FTCC/HS 627 |
POTTERY (BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE) Fee: $45
Beginning students will be making clay objects with emphasis on
the potter's wheel (will include types of clay, forming, decorating,
and glaze preparation). Students at the intermediate level will work
on the development of technique and form. You will also learn
additional decorating techniques. Students will need to provide
their own clay (available from FTCC bookstore). Glazes are provided.
Instructor: Jill Dieffenbach
| Sat | 9 am-1 pm | Apr 12-May 17 | 24 hrs | 90278 | FTCC/HS 627 |
POTTERY (INTERMEDIATE) Fee: $45
This course is being offered for those who have completed a
beginning pottery class or have a little experience, but haven't
worked for a while. You will learn how to make more advanced forms,
such as plates, pitchers, and teapots. You will also learn how to
make handles and lids and add surface decoration to your pieces.
Additional decorating techniques such as carving and impressing will
be included. Students will need to provide their own clay (available
from FTCC bookstore). Glazes are provided.
Instructor: MyTrinh Dang
| W | 6:00-9:00 pm | Mar 19-May 05 | 24 hrs | 90279 | FTCC/HS 627 |
SCRATCHBOARD Fee: $25
This is a wonderful drawing technique that lends itself well to
those who are detail-oriented and like to produce lifelike artwork.
Your instructor will help you improve your drawing skills, as well
as provide guidance as you learn to draw on scratchboard. You will
be working primarily in black and white, but this technique can also
be enhanced with the addition of color.
Instructor: Lyn Padrick
| T | 9 am-12:30 pm | Jun 03-Jun 24 | 10.5 hrs | 90280 | Cape Fear Studios |
WATERCOLOR (ADVANCED) Fee: $45
A continuation of the techniques covered in Watercolor (Beginning)
with emphasis on the further exploration of color. Will emphasize
still life and landscape treatments.
Instructor: Lyn Padrick
| Th | 9:00-12:00 N | Apr 10-May 29 | 24 hrs | 90281 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
WATERCOLOR (BEGINNING) Fee: $45
This is an introduction to watercolor from the planning stages to a
completed painting. Students will learn about composition,
principles of design, color harmony, and the inherent qualities of
their materials. Demonstrations by instructor will include
wet-in-wet, dry-brush, and how to get rid of mistakes in watercolor
techniques. If you have always wanted to take watercolor but felt
intimidated by the rumors that watercolor painting is difficult,
this course is for you. It is an easy step-by-step approach to this
fascinating medium with astonishing results. Please call Carol at
(910) 678-8329 for a supply list.
Instructor: Carol O'Sullivan
| T | 6:00-9:00 pm | Apr 08-May 27 | 24 hrs | 90282 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
WATERCOLOR (INTERMEDIATE) Fee: $45
Open to all students who have had sufficient background in basic
watercolor techniques and who want to add to their experience. This
course will offer a closer look at what is involved in making an
ordinary painting extra ordinary, including how to plan a painting
for exhibition or for competition; and how to solve the many
technique- related problems which watercolor painting presents. The
instructor will offer periodic critiques of your work in progress
and existing portfolios. Please call Carol at (910) 678-8329 for a
supply list.
Instructor: Carol O'Sullivan
| T | 1:00-4:00 pm | Apr 08-May 27 | 24 hrs | 90283 | FTCC/CEC 139 |
WET MEDIA ON CANVAS Fee: $45
Combine the best of both oil and watercolor. Learn to use
watercolor, acrylic or gouache on prepared canvas. Techniques can be
done in wash or impasto. After you finish your project it can be
glazed so you can hang it without glass. Some experience in wet
media is helpful. Because class size is limited, pre-registration
is strongly recommended.
Instructor: Lyn Padrick
| T | 9:00-12:00 N | Apr 08-May 27 | 24 hrs | 90284 | Cape Fear Studios |