Old Slides New Prints:
Discover the Polaroid Transfer Process
Discover the Polaroid Transfer Printing Process to artistically turn your favorite slide photos into prints suitable for framing and gift giving. Learn multiple processes to vary the image and gain interesting visual effects. You will then apply image enhancing techniques using colored pencils, pens, or pastels to put the finishing touch on prints. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to work with Polaroid transfer materials and equipment which will be provided by the instructor and included in the cost of the course. Bring in 20-25 slides for processing and leave with 20 finished prints. Slides will be preserved.

Sat., Oct. 11, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 
Scholars Hall Rm. 106
Instructor: Rosemary Gould
Cost: $115      Code: 5113

Paper Batik Prints
Enjoy this ancient art-form, that dates back to the 11th and 12th century, in this in-depth one-day printing workshop. Using the “resist” process and water color washes, explore pattern development, color theory, and use of texture to develop prints—perfect for handmade books, cards, and boxes. Supplies are included. Bring your favorite stamps or use the instructor’s collection of vintage printing block stamps from India and Afghanistan.

Sat., Oct. 18, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Aero Park Campus, M-TEC Rm. 101
Instructor: Rosemary Gould
Cost: $115     Code: 5116

Stained Glass II:
Copper Foil Technique
Build on your stained glass skills in this second-level course using the copper foil method. With guidance from your instructor, select a more challenging pattern, receive additional color-selection instruction, and refine your cutting and soldering skills. Framing options will be discussed and incorporated. Material costs vary and will be ordered at the first class (approx. $45). Stained glass tools required.

4 Tues., Oct. 14-Nov. 4, 6-8 p.m.        
(first class meets 6-7 p.m.)
Meets at Stained Glass Cabinet Co.
(4160 E. M-72 in Acme)
Instructor: Shirley Triplett
Cost: $65 (does not include supplies)
Code: 5120

Cartoon FUNdamentals—
Are you a teacher looking to add interest to your classroom, a parent, grandparent, or simply someone looking for a creative outlet? Explore this right-brain activity designed to give you the skills to engage yourself or a child in hours of fun. Dick Evans, a lifelong cartoonist, introduces a step-by-step approach to creating characters. You’ll learn to draw faces, expressions, and cartoon bodies in his no-risk approach. You’ll leave with the tools to start enjoying your new skills or sharing them with kids. Resource book included. No previous drawing experience needed. Bring a 9 x 12 inch sketch pad (not newsprint) and two pencils with erasers.

Tues., Oct. 7, 6-8 p.m.
Oleson Center Rm. A
Instructor: Dick Evans
Cost: $35      Code: 5134

Leather Pouch with Bead Edging
Create a leather pouch just the right size for a credit card or your driver’s license. Learn hand-sewing techniques for leather and edge beading and discover how to add a decorative edge beading with size-10 seed beads to the flap of the pouch you have created. This pouch is small enough to be carried in a pocket but why hide it? Add a simple neck strap and wear it as a necklace. Make a leather thimble to use in other sewing projects you’ll want to make on your own. Please bring reading glasses for fine handwork.

Thurs., Oct. 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Oleson Center Rm. A
Instructor: Tonja Carlson
Cost: $29    Code: 5136

Family Pottery Nights
Bring a family member or two for a few evenings of clay work. After learning some simple handbuilding techniques (not wheelwork), family members will be able to create several different pottery pieces. Creations might include bowls, vases, tiles, cups, or something more unusual such as gargoyles, abstract sculptures, or totem pole rings. We will build with clay in the first two sessions and glaze our pieces the last session. Perfect for holiday gift making.

3 Fri., Nov. 7-21, 6-8:30 p.m.
Fine Arts Pottery Studio Rm. 135
Instructor: Kate Fairman
Cost: $65 per adult                             Code: 5140
$37 per child (age 12 and under)      Code: 5141

Continuing Pottery Techniques
Take your pottery skills to the next level through weekly sessions that include demonstration, discussion, and time to work on projects. Explore clay techniques and glazing as you further develop aesthetic values in your creative work. Open lab hours provide additional opportunities to work on your projects. The course is designed for those with basic throwing skills and some studio experience.

8 Tues., Sept. 16-Nov. 4, 6-8:30 p.m.
Fine Arts Pottery Studio Rm. 135
Instructor: Michael Torre
Cost: $189     Code: 5142

Rag Rug Braiding - Course filled. Call EES Office (995-1700) if you would like to be added to wait list.
Learn a lost-art technique which is different from the rug braiding most are familiar with. Rather than sewing the braids together, each row is interbraided into the last, resulting in a strong, functional, beautiful rug that will carry on for generations. Learn how to braid your own rugs from start to finish. A list of materials and instructions will be mailed prior to class.

2 Fri., Oct. 24, 6:30-9:30 p.m.  and
Nov. 7, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
University Center Rm. 214
Instructor: Lori Ankerson
Cost: $39 (does not include materials)
Code: 5144

Handmade Decorated Books: Holiday Gifts
Turn beautifully decorated hand made papers into starbooks, accordion folded books, and simple folio covers for unique and very personal holiday gifts. The morning sessions will provide you with a variety of decorated papers for you to transform into uniquely textured paper useful for gift making using the “paste-paper” process. The afternoon session will focus on creating unique gifts using simple folded paper techniques – results will look complicated but the techniques are simple. All materials will be provided by the instructor. Bring a large size watercolor brush if you have one.

Sat., Dec. 6, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Scholars Hall Rm. 106
Instructor: Rosemary Gould
Cost: $115        Code: 5114