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ART SMART SEMINAR
John Attardi John Attardi, professional artists’ business manager since 1985.
This seminar balances art and business while covering topics such as organizing studio space, creating inventory control systems, pricing the work, portfolio presentation, choosing the right retail outlets, and documenting and tracking artwork once it leaves the studio. The seminar is for experienced or emerging artists ready to take the next step toward promoting and selling their work.
Materials fee: $10

Class No.: 45562

Location: TBA

Date: 12/6 only

Day: Saturday

Fee: $99

Time: 9:30 am – 4:30 pm

WATERCOLOR. BEGINNING
Jacqueline Sutnick Jacqueline Sutnick, BA in Art History, has been teaching since 1987.
Enjoy learning the basics and the latest techniques of watercolor painting in a fun, relaxed, non-judgmental environment.
Bring the watercolor supplies you have; other supplies discussed at first class.

Class No.: 45314

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center 13001 N. La Montana, 480-816-5200

Date: 9/6 - 10/11

Day: Saturdays

Fee: $$99

Time: 10 am - 12:30pn

WATERCOLOR, CONTINUING
Jacqueline Sutnick Jacqueline Sutnick, BA in Art History, has been teaching since 1987.
Designed for those who have completed the Beginning Watercolor class or who have a basic knowledge of watercolor. Learn new techniques and refine the work you are doing. Bring the supplies you have; other supplies discussed in class.
Bring the watercolor supplies you have; other supplies discussed at first class.

Class No.:45360

Location: DC Ranch Homestead Community Center 9797 E Union Hills, Scottsdale, 480-538-3545

Date: 9/11 - 10/16

Day: Thursday

Fee: $99

Time: 7 - 9:30pm

PAINTING WORKSHOP
Ernest ShapiroErnest Shapiro attended the Art Institute of Chicago, graduated Ernest Shapiro attended The Art Institute of Chicago, graduated from American Academy of Art, and worked as Art Director and Advertising/Marketing executive for nearly 40 years.

Whether you’re an intermediate or experienced artist, you will be able to work in your own style and at your own level and advance in a collegial, non-competitive environment.
Bring supplies you have; complete list discussed at first class.

Class No.: 45399

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center

Date: 9/24 - 10/29

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $99

Time: 9 am – noon

 

Class No.: 45529

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center

Date: 11/5 - 12/10

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $99

Time: 9 am – noon

DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS
Ernest ShapiroErnest Shapiro attended The Art Institute of Chicago, graduated from American Academy of Art, and worked as Art Director and Advertising/Marketing executive for nearly 40 years.

Learn to SEE as the artist sees. Composition, perspective, and proportion are the disciplines covered, as well as light, toning and technique in pencil and charcoal. There is minimal homework because acquiring these skills requires practice.
Bring the supplies you have; complete list discussed at first class.

Class No.: 45403

Location: TBA

Date: 9/23 - 11/18 (No class 11/11)

Day: Tuesday

Fee: $99

Time: 9 am – noon

LIFE DRAWING
Ernest ShapiroErnest Shapiro attended the Art Institute of Chicago, graduated from the American

Capture the human form in charcoal, pencil, or acrylics. Sharpen your ability to see form, shape, and texture in quick, rapid-fire gesture, short-set pose, and long-pose drawing. Helps to improve composition, proportion, and perspective skills. Sharpens the ability to see. Models will be clothed and unclothed.
Prerequisite: completion of Fundamental Drawing class or other basic drawing course.

Class No.: 45412

Location: AB 124

Date: 9/26 - 10/31

Day: Friday

Fee: $169

Time: 9 am – noon

Class No.: 45539

Location: AB 124

Date: 11/7 - 12/19 (No class 11/28)

Day: Friday

Fee: $169

Time: 9 am – noon

COLORED PENCIL
Amber Waneliesta Amber Wanielista, professional artist and teacher.

Mixed class from beginning to advanced. Explore color style and textures through demos and lots of hands on. We will talk about concepts of art as well as development of your personal style.
Bring basic color pencil set (Prismacolor pencils and Bristol (velum) recommended.

Class No.: 45261

Location: TBA

Date: 9/3 - 10/22

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $99

Time: 1 - 4 pm

PORTRAIT DRAWING
Amber Waneliesta Amber Wanielista, professional artist and teacher.
Learn to draw faces. Develop your personal talent whether capturing the look from real life or from a photograph. Exploring value and proportions, we will develop many head studies working in multi-media, charcoal and pencil.
Bring the supplies you have, others discussed in class.

Class No.: 48262

Location: TBA

Date: 9/17 - 10/29

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $125

Time: 4:30 - 7:30 pm

FROM FIELD TO STUDIO LANDSCAPE DRAWING
Amber Waneliesta Donna Levine, MA, professional artist and teacher; Donna Levine, MA, professional artist and teacher; hAmber Waneliesta, professional artist and teacher.
Using color pencils, develop your talent to be able to go to a natural setting and capture the moment, then go back to the studio to develop a finished drawing.
Bring the supplies you have, others discussed in class.

Class No.: 48304

Location: TBA

Date: 10/1 - 11/5*

Day: Wednesday

*Two Saturday classes in the field, dates to be announced.

Fee: $125

Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

PASTELS: BEGINNING & INTERMEDIATE
Ingrid Trott Ingrid Trott, graduate of Parsons School of Design, studied at Bradley, The Institute Ingrid Trott, graduate of Parsons School of Design, studied at Bradley, The Institute of Design, and IIT.

Emphasis is on exploring mediums and developing your style. Learn about composition, color balance, textures, and varied pastel materials. The instructor helps you set your own goals and develop your style.
Bring basic pastel set & paper; approximaBring basic pastel set & paper; cost: $10 – $15

Class No.: 45342

Location: DC Ranch Homestead Community Center 9797 E Union Hills, Scottsdale, 480-538-3545

Date: 9/10-10/8

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $85

Time: 9:30 – 12:30 pm

Class No.: 45358

Location: TBA

Date: 9/11 - 10/9

Day: Thursday

Fee: $85

Time: 2 – 5 pm

Class No.: 45467

Location: DC Ranch Homestead Community Center 9797 E Union Hills, Scottsdale, 480-538-3545

Date: 10/15 - 11/12

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $85

Time: 9:30 – 12:30 pm

Class No.: 45480

Location: TBA

Date: 10/16 - 11/13

Day: Thursday

Fee: $85

Time: 2 – 5 pm

BEADING 101
Marina Bender Marina Bender has been beading since the 1970s and teMarina Bender has been beading since the 1970s and teaching since 2001.

Class includes the basics of beading from tools and wire to findings and beads. Learn about the different stones and glass beads from all over the world. At class’s end you will have a beautiful necklace, bracelet, and earring set.
Materials fee depends on supplies chosen.

Class No.: 45335

Location: AD 109

Date: 9/9 - 9/16

Day: Tuesday

Fee: $59

Time: 6 – 9 pm

Class No.: 45511

Location: AD 109

Date: 10/21 - 10/28

Day: Tuesday

Fee: $59

Time: 6 – 9 pm

Class No.: 45560

Location: AD 109

Date: 12/9 - 12/16

Day: Tuesday

Fee: $59

Time: 6 – 9 pm

Class No.:45378

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center 13001 N. La Montana, 480-816-5200

Date: 9/13 only

Day: Saturday

Fee: $

Time: 9 am – 3 pmBring sack lunch.

WIRE WRAPPING 101
Marina Bender Marina Bender has been beading since the 1970s and teMarina Bender has been beading since the 1970s and teaching since 2001.

Learn the difference in wires and wrapping methods. You will use basic techniques to create a stone pendant and a wire bracelet. This is one of the hottest trends in jewelry today. Tools will be provided.
Materials fee: $15.

Class No.: 45350

Location: AD 109

Date: 9/10 - 9/17

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $59

Time: 6 – 9 pm

Class No.: 45515

Location: AD 109

Date: 10/22 -10/29

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $59

Time: 6 – 9 pm

Class No.: 45561

Location: AD 109

Date: 12/10 12/17

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $59

Time: 6 – 9 pm

Class No.:45378

Location: Fountain Hills Community Center 13001 N. La Montana, 480-816-5200

Date: 11/22 only

Day: Saturday

Fee: $59

Time: 9 am – 3 pmBring sack lunch.

STAINED GLASS, BEGINNING
Tony Powers Tony Powers has worked with stained glass since 1979 and has been teaching since 1984. Instructor Website

Learn to design and construct stained glass pieces. No previous experience is necessary; basics will be thoroughly demonstrated. Borrow tools from the studio or purchase your own; list provided by instructor.
Materials fee: $100.

Class No.: 45301

Location: Power Brothers Stain Glass Studio 7124 E Thomas Road, 480-941-8272

Date: 9/3 - 10/1

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $75

Time: 10 am – noon

Class No.: 45309

Location: PoPower Brothers Stain Glass Studio 7124 E Thomas Road, 480-941-8272

Date: 10/15 - 11/12

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $75

Time: 10 am – noon

FUSED GLASS - JEWELRY
Tony Powers Tony Powers has worked with stained glass since 1979 and has been teaching since 1984. Instructor Website

Make custom-designed fused glass earrings and pendants to match your favorite outfits or to give as treasured gifts. By class’s end, you can complete up to 10 pairs of earrings and up to 3 pendants.
Materials fee: $130.

Class No.: 45488

Location: Paiute NPower Brothers Stain Glass Studio 7124 E Thomas Road, 480-941-8272

Date: 9/2 - 9/16

Day: Tuesday

Fee: $59

Time: 10 am – noon

Class No.: 45464

Location: Paiute NePower Brothers Stain Glass Studio 7124 E Thomas Road, 480-941-8272

Date: 10/14 - 10/28

Day: Tuesday

Fee: $59

Time: 10 am – noon

FUSED GLASS WORKSHOP
Tony Powers Tony Powers has worked with stained glass since 1979 and has been teaching since 1984. Instructor Website
Learn the basics of fusing stained glass. Create a mini masterpiece in the form of a beautiful framed mirror and a picture frame.
Materials fee: $130.

Class No.: 45293

Location: Paiute NePower Brothers Stain Glass Studio 7124 E Thomas Road, 480-941-8272

Date: 9/4 - 9/18

Day: Thursday

Fee: $59

Time: 10 am – noon

Class No.: 45477

Location: Paiute NePower Brothers Stain Glass Studio 7124 E Thomas Road, 480-941-8272

Date: 10/16 - 10/30

Day: Thursday

Fee: $59

Time: 10 am – noon

HENNA/MEHANDI TATTOOING
Chandreeka Maniar Chandreeka Maniar, a retired family physician from Bombay, India, has taught in Texas and Arizona.
Learn the history of Henna/Mehandi tattooing, how to prepare the paste, the methods of application, and hints to achieve the best results.
Materials fee: $10.

Class No.: 45517

Location: AB 122

Date: 10/24 only

Day: Friday

Fee: $29

Time: 2 - 5 pm

FRESH FLOWER FLORISTRY FOR PROFESSIONALS
BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE
Rene Wendell Rene Wendell has owned florist shops in Scottsdale for 40+ years and has worked in the industry since 1961. He has trained hundreds of floral designers.

Floral design is the art of balance. This class, for the hobbyist or for the professional, will address the basics: traditional, asymmetrical, parallel, and other designs. Selecting flowers, preparation techniques, and proper equipment included. Then, refine your skills so that you can work more quickly to produce better designs that last longer.
Materials fee: $200.

Class No.: 45282

Location: TBA

Date: 9/2 - 11/4

Day: Tuesday

Fee: $159

Time: 6:30 – 9:30 pm

ADVANCED WORKSHOP
Rene Wendell Rene Wendell has owned florist shops in Scottsdale for 40+ years and has worked in the industry since 1961. He has trained hundreds of floral designers.
This studio course is designed to provide advanced training for the experienced floral designer. Prerequisite: Beginning and Intermediate, or at least 500 hours of on the job experience as a floral designer.
Materials fee: $200.

Class No.: 45306

Location: TBA

Date: 9/4 - 11/6

Day: Thursday

Fee: $159

Time: 6:30 – 9:30 pm

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DRIED & SILK FLORAL DESIGN
JoAnn Halbrook JoAnn Halbrook has developed the curriculum for a credit program and is a professional designer and lecturer.
Learn the basics of floral design while creating pieces unique to your decorating needs. Tips on selection of flowers, containers and design provided. Students are responsible for purchasing supplies, which will be discussed at first class. Bring a notebook.

Class No.: 13483

Location:LB 125W

Date: 9/8 - 10/27

Day: Monday

Fee: $99

Time: 1 -4 pm

Class No.: 13483

Location: DC Ranch Homestead Community Center 9797 E Union Hills, Scottsdale, 480-538-3545

Date: 9/10 -10/29

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $99

Time: 12 noon - 3 pm

HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
JoAnn Halbrook JoAnn Halbrook has developed the curriculum for a credit program and is a professional designer and lecturer.

Get ready for the holidays with this exciting two-day workshop that covers Christmas and Chanukah designs.

Class No.: 45544

Location: LB 125W

Date: 11/10 - 11/17

Day: Monday

Fee: $49

Time: 1 - 4 pm

Class No.: 45549

Location: DC Ranch Homestead Community Center 9797 E Union Hills, Scottsdale, 480-538-3545

Date: 11/12 - 11/19

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $49

Time: 12 noon - 3 pm

FUNTOGRAPHY: BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY
Chuck Holley Chuck Holley, Certified Photographic Counselor, former industrial photographer.
More fully understand your camera, lens and shutter, and the elements that make better photos. We’ll cover use of flash and reflective light, explore painting with flash and night photography, and close up photography. Bring pad, pencil, and camera.
Bring pad, pencil, and camera.

Class No.: 45478

Location: TBA

Date: 10/16 - 11/20

Day: Thursday

Fee: $69

Time: 7:15 – 9:15 pm

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
 Richard BelcastroRichard Belcastro has been teaching and shooting professiRichard Belcastro has been teaching and shooting professionally for 28 years.

Class covers use of the basic components of digital photography: camera, computer, and printer. Instruction includes use of digital camera settings, hands on computer file manipulation, basic image editing, e-mail, web publishing, and archiving.


Class No.: 45284

Location: Paiute Neighborhood Center 6535 E Osborn Rd E Osborn Road, 480-312-2569

Date: 9/2 - 9/23

Day: Tuesday

Fee: $99

Time: 2 - 4 pm

 

Class No.: 45295

Location: Paiute Neighborhood Center 6535 E Osborn Rd E Osborn Road, 480-312-2569

Date: 9/3 - 9/24

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $99

Time:2 - 4 pm

Class No.: 45296

Location: Paiute Neighborhood Center 6535 E Osborn Rd E Osborn Road, 480-312-2569

Date:9/3 - 9/24

Day: Wednesday

Fee: $99

Time: 6 - 8 pm

Class No.: 45394

Location: Paiute Neighborhood Center 6535 E Osborn Rd E Osborn Road, 480-312-2569

Date:9/18 - 10/9

Day: Thursday

Fee: $99

Time: 6 - 8 pm

Class No.: 45427

Location: DC Ranch Homestead Community Center 9797 E Union Hills, Scottsdale, 480-538-3545

Date: 9/30 - 10/21

Day: Tuesday

Fee: $99

Time: 2 - 4 pm

Class No.: 45429

Location: DC Ranch Homestead Community Center 9797 E Union Hills, Scottsdale, 480-538-3545

Date: 9/30 - 10/21

Day: Tuesday

Fee: $99

Time: 6 - 8 pm

ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE
 Richard BelcastroRichard Belcastro has been teaching and shooting professiRichard Belcastro has been teaching and shooting professionally for 28 years.
Learn the practical aspects of using your digital camera (or 35mm). Shooting assignments will allow you to apply the principles you learn. Manual setting digital or 35mm camera required. A solid knowledge of the digital camera settings and options is needed to benefit from this class.

Class No.: 45522

Location: Paiute Neighborhood Center 6535 E Osborn Rd E Osborn Road, 480-312-2569

Date: 10/28 - 12/2 (No class 11/11)

Day: Tuesday

Fee: $79

Time:2 - 3:30 pm