Spring 2010
Adult Arts Classes

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Adult classes are for ages 16-Adult unless otherwise noted.

Drawing and Painting

WATERCOLOR EXPLORATIONS
Even beginners can create beautiful paintings using a loose, impressionistic layering of color and a precise rendering of form through transfers of photographs or drawings. Both processes yield stunning results! Starter materials provided. Includes Visual Arts Open Studio. Instructor: Barbara Stevens. Ages 16-Adult.
Tu 4/6 - 5/11, 7pm-9pm  (6 mtgs)  CC-116
253210-1    R: $65, NR: $75

DRAWING FROM LIFE
Learn basic techniques of rendering in line, tone and color while drawing a live, nude model. Students bring their own drawing materials. Easels provided. All skill levels welcome. Includes Visual Arts Open Studio.
Instructor: Lucy Dirksen. Ages 14-Adult.
Sa 4/10 - 5/15, 10am-12pm  (5 mtgs, No Class 5/8)  CC-116
253241-1   R: $95, NR: $105

MAT CUTTING AND ART MOUNTING WORKSHOP
Preserve and beautify your artwork. Learn to mount and mat photographs, paintings, drawings and prints using the Community Center’s mat cutter and dry mount press. Covers proper measurement and cutting of mat board, hinge mounting, and drymounting. Fee includes all materials. Participants receive a $10 discount on spring or summer Visual Arts Open Studio. Bring 1 piece of art (up to 11”x14”).
Instructor: Sherill Anne Gross. Ages 16-Adult.
Su 5/16,12:30pm-5:30pm  (1 mtg)  CC-ARTB
253240-1   R: $50, NR: $60

VISUAL ARTS OPEN STUDIO
Independent use of the studio whenever the room is not reserved. For individual projects in painting, drawing, and other fine arts. Participants may use the studio’s easels, drymount press and mat cutter. All participants must attend a mandatory orientation meeting on Tuesday, April 6 at 8:15pm. Ages 16-Adult. 4/6 – 6/6   M-Sa 9am-9:45pm,Su 9:00am-6:45pm 
(10 wks) CC-116
253216-1   R: $30, NR: $40

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SILVER SOLDERING FOR JEWELRY
Create rings, bracelets, pendants and earrings using basic soldering techniques with wire and beads. Supplies, which do not exceed $90, must be purchased separately. Call 240-542-2060 for supply list. Instructor: Lucy Dirksen. Ages 16-adult.
M 4/12 - 6/7, 11am-12:30pm  (8 mtgs: no class 5/31) CC-116
253250-1  R: $85, NR: $95

BEADED JEWELRY WORKSHOP
Learn techniques for creating your own beaded jewelry. Participants supply their own beads, whether handmade, recycled or purchased. Wire and basic findings provided.
Tools available for use. Optional supply list available;
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Instructor: Karen Arrington. Ages 14-Adult.
Su 5/16, 1pm-5pm  (1 mtg)  CC-116
253248-1   R: $30, NR: $40

JEWELRY: CLAY BEADS AND PENDANTS
If you like wearing jewelry that no one else has, this is the class for you! Learn how to create one-of-a-kind, handcrafted ceramic pendants, beads, and buttons with master clay artist Karen Arrington and use to design your own showpieces for necklaces, bracelets, and earrings, pillows, purses, and lampshades - the possibilities are endless. Clay and glazes provided. Ceramics Open Studio provided 4/11- 2/25.
Instructor: Karen Arrington. Ages 16-Adult.
Su 4/11 - 4/25, 2pm-5pm  (3 mtgs) CC-304
253247-1   R: $60, NR: $70

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INTRO TO WHEEL
Participants learn to use clay, basic skills on the potter’s wheel, and how to decorate and glaze your work. Ceramics Open Studio included. Clay purchased separately.
Instructor: Gina Mai Denn. Ages 16-Adult.
Tu 4/6 - 6/1, 7pm-9:30pm  (9 mtgs) CC-305
253257-1  R: $113, NR: $123

W 4/7 - 6/2, 7pm-9:30pm (9 mtgs) CC-305
253257-2  R: $113, NR: $123

INTERMEDIATE WHEEL
Group instruction combined with individualized support for students who can consistently center and throw basic forms, and are ready for new skills. Clay purchased separately. Includes Ceramics Open Studio. Instructor: Mea Rhee. Ages 16-Adult.
Th  4/8 - 6/3, 7pm-9:30pm  (9 mtgs) CC-305
253258-1   R: $113, NR: $123

ADVANCED WHEEL
Challenging throwing projects plus theories of design and function and group critiques. Students will be working towards the development of a personal body of work. Instructor’s permission required to register for this course. Includes Ceramics Open Studio. Clay purchased separately. Instructor: Mea Rhee. Ages 16-Adult.
F 4/9 - 6/4, 7pm-9:30pm  (9 mtgs) CC-305
253237-1   R: $112, NR: $122

WEEKEND PROJECT: LIDDED CASSEROLE
Throw on Saturday, trim on Sunday ... a fast-paced tutorial on casseroles, including lids, feet, and forms that are functional for the oven. This workshop is ideal for self-directed potters who want some occasional instruction one project at a time. Participants should bring 6 lbs of clay. All skill levels welcome. Instructor: Mea Rhee. Ages 16-adult.
Sa, Su  4/24 – 4/25, 1pm-3pm  (2 mtgs)  CC-305
253271-1   R: $35, NR: $45

FACES IN CLAY
Stretch your style and your skills by exploring how faces can become a part of your hand-built, wheel-thrown, or tile pieces. Learn ways to create realistic and abstract faces that can stand alone, become part of a mosaic or mural, be attached to ceramic pieces, or be built in to the fundamental shape of a piece. Includes Ceramics Open Studio.
Instructor: Mary Gawlik. Ages 16-Adult.
Th 4/8 - 6/3, 7:15pm-9:15pm 
(8 mtgs: No Class 4/15) CC-304
253246-1   R: $106, NR: $116

JEWELRY: CLAY BEADS AND PENDANTS
If you like wearing jewelry that no one else has, this is the class for you! Learn how to create one-of-a-kind, handcrafted ceramic pendants, beads, and buttons with master clay artist Karen Arrington and use to design your own showpieces for necklaces, bracelets, and earrings, pillows, purses, and lampshades - the possibilities are endless. Clay and glazes provided. Ceramics Open Studio provided 4/11- 2/25.
Instructor: Karen Arrington. Ages 16-Adult.
Su 4/11 - 4/25, 2pm-5pm  (3 mtgs) CC-304
253247-1   R: $60, NR: $70

CERAMIC ART WITHOUT A WHEEL
Explore the artistic and utilitarian possibilities of hand-building while learning construction and glazing techniques. Includes Ceramics Open Studio. Clay purchased separately. Instructor: Sandra Dwiggins. Ages 16-Adult.
W 4/7 - 6/7, 7pm-9:30pm  (9 mtgs) CC-304 
253256-1   R: $88, NR: $98

ADVANCED HAND-BUILDING
Take your hand-building skills to the next level. Includes Ceramics Open Studio. Class will operate in a semi-private format. Clay purchased separately. Instructor: Sandra Dwiggins. Ages 16-Adult.
M 4/12 - 6/7, 7pm-9:30pm  (8 mtgs: No Class 5/31) CC-304
253268-1   R: $130, NR: $140

RAKU WORKSHOP
Try your hand at Raku, a centuries-old Japanese method of fast-firing ceramic art outdoors. Join fellow artists and students in this fun, day-long workshop. Bring up to five bisqued pieces to the Thursday evening glazing session  - 5/20, 7:00-9:00pm, Community Center room 305. Firing will take place outside of the Greenbelt Aquatic and Fitness Center. Pot-luck lunch on Saturday. In case of rain: glazing will take place as scheduled; firing will take place on June 5.
Instructors: Diana Guillermo and Mary Gawlik. Ages 16-Adult
Th 5/20, 7pm-9pm (CC-305) &
Sat 5/22, 10am-4pm  (outdoors)  (2 mtgs)
253267-1   R: $60, NR: $70

DAYTIME POTTERY FOR 11-ADULT
A course in hand-building and use of the potter’s wheel for all skill levels. Includes Ceramics Open Studio for participants ages 16+. Clay purchase required for ages 16+.
Instructor: Gina Mai Denn
Tu 4/6 - 6/1, 2pm-4pm  (9 mtgs)  CC-305
253269-1   R: $90, NR: $100

CERAMICS OPEN STUDIO
For current and former students of the Greenbelt Community Center ceramic programs. Independent access whenever the studios are not reserved. Orientation meeting required for all participants who have not attended a program here within the past 6 months: Tuesday, April 6, at 7:30pm, room 304. Clay to be purchased separately. Space is limited; please register early to ensure your participation. Ages 16-Adult.
4/6 – 6/6  M-Sa 9am-9:45pm, Su 9am-6:45pm 
(10 wks)  CC-304/305
253261-1   R: $65, NR: $75

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STAINED GLASS - ALL LEVELS
This class provides all the basics for starting to create stained glass panels using the Copper Foil Method. No prior experience required. Existing glass crafters can advance their skills and learn new tricks of the trade. Materials for one project and all tools are provided; additional materials may need to be purchased for additional projects. After completing this class, students are eligible for Stained Glass Open Studio sessions through the end of the spring session. Instructor: Richard McMullin. Ages 16-Adult. 
Sa 4/10 - 5/1, 3pm-6pm  (4 mtgs) CC-116
253215-1   R: $70, NR: $80

STAINED GLASS MOSAICS
Learn the basics of applied mosaics and how to select materials for successful outdoor and garden applications such as stepping stones and markers. Materials and tools will be provided as part of the cost of the class for either a garden stone or a wall plaque. Instructor: Richard McMullin. Ages 14-Adult
Su 4/11 - 4/18, 2pm-5pm  (2 mtgs)  CC-116
253207-3   R: $40, NR: $45

STAINED GLASS OPEN STUDIO
Independent use of the studio for individuals with prior glass experience. May access studio, tools and grinders anytime when room is not reserved for another use. For inspiration, join other glass artists Saturdays, noon-3:00pm. Instruction and project materials are not included. Registered applicants must attend the orientation and certification test on Saturday, April 10 at noon unless certified within the past 6 months. Ages 16-Adult.
4/6 – 6/6  M-Sa 9am-9:45pm,Su 9am-6:45pm 
(10 wks) CC-116
253217-1   R: $30, NR: $40

FUSED GLASS WORKSHOP
Design and complete 5 original pieces of jewelry (pins, pendants, earrings and more) using a variety of techniques and applications: Italian glass millefiori, silver and copper foil, glass rod “wiggles”. To view examples, visit the artist’s website: www.profusionsofglass.com. Course fee includes $60 materials fee. Finished pieces may be picked up after 7 pm on day of class. Instructor: Tina Van Pelt. Ages 14-Adult.
Sa 5/8, 10am-1pm  (1 mtg)  CC-113
253219-1   R: $85, NR: $95

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DARKROOM OPEN STUDIO
Independent access for experienced darkroom users whenever the lab is not reserved. Registered applicants must attend the orientation and certification test on Tuesday, April 6 at 7:00 pm unless they have been certified previously. Refunds will be issued to any applicants not qualifying for this program. Basic chemistry provided. Ages 16-Adult.
4/6 – 6/6  M-Sa 9am-9:45pm, Su 9am-6:45pm 
(10 wks)  CC-309      
253231-1   R: $50, NR: $60

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FABRIC COIL BOWLS WORKSHOP
Turn your scrap fabric and a cotton clothesline into a decorative bowl. This workshop will cover the basics of Susan Breier’s “It’s A Wrap!” Participants need a sewing machine capable of zig-zag stitching to create these fantastic pieces. Course fee includes $25 for starter materials; additional purchases may be required. Call 240-542-2060 for more information. Participants are eligible for a $10 discount on Visual Arts Open Studio. Instructor: Dannielle Beitzell. Ages 16-Adult.
Su 5/23, 1pm-4pm  (1 mtg)  CC-116
253249-1   R: $45, NR: $55

FABRIC AND NEEDLE CRAFT CIRCLE
Bring your fabric/fiber projects to this informal, weekly gathering of crafters. Make new friends and gain artistic inspiration in a supportive, relaxing environment. Formal instruction not provided. Students enrolled in Visual Arts Open Studio may attend free of charge. Ages 16-Adult.
Th 4/8 - 6/3, 7pm-9pm  (9 mtgs: No Class 4/9)  CC-116
253223-1   R:/NR: $15

QUILTING 
Create a beautiful sampler wall-hanging/table topper while gaining the knowledge to make almost any quilt. Learn the basics of machine piecing, quilting and binding. Focus on beginners, but all skill levels welcome. Bring a sewing machine if you have one. Some machines available for general use. Call 240-542-2060 to inquire and for materials purchase list. Includes Visual Arts Open Studio. Instructor: Danielle Beitzell. Ages 14-Adult.
W 4/7 - 6/2, 7pm-9pm  (9 mtgs) CC-116
253229-1   R: $90, NR: $100

SEW FOR CHARITY
Enjoy sharing ideas, patterns and materials with fellow sewers while creating crafts for local charities. Projects include blankets for infants and disadvantaged children, baby clothes, hats and pillow cases for cancer patients and other items according to your inspiration. Basic sewing skills required; this is not an instructional program. Participants supply their own machines, sewing supplies and power strips/cords.
Ages 16-Adult.
Th 4/8 - 6/3, 10am-2pm  (9 mtgs)  CC-116
283204-1   R: $5, NR: $10

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VISUAL ARTS OPEN STUDIO
Independent use of the studio whenever the room is not reserved. For individual projects in painting, drawing, and other fine arts. Participants may use the studio’s easels, drymount press and mat cutter. All participants must attend a mandatory orientation meeting on Tuesday, April 6 at 8:15pm.
Ages 16-Adult
4/6 – 6/6  M-Sa 9am-9:45pm, Su 9am-6:45pm  
(10 wks)  CC-116 
253216-1 R: $30, NR: $40

CERAMICS OPEN STUDIO
For current and former students of the Greenbelt Community Center ceramic programs. Independent access whenever the studios are not reserved. Orientation meeting required for all participants who have not attended a program here within the past 6 months: Tuesday, April 6, at 7:30pm, room 304. Clay to be purchased separately. Space is limited; please register early to ensure your participation.
Ages 16-Adult
4/6 – 6/6  M-Sa 9am-9:45pm, Su 9am-6:45pm  
(10 wks)  CC-304/305
253261-1  R: $65, NR: $75

STAINED GLASS OPEN STUDIO
Independent use of the studio for individuals with prior glass experience. May access studio, tools and grinders anytime when room is not reserved for another use. For inspiration, join other glass artists Saturdays, noon-3:00pm. Instruction and project materials are not included. Registered applicants must attend the orientation and certification test on Saturday, April 10 at noon unless certified within the past 6 months.
Ages 16-Adult
4/6 – 6/6  M-Sa 9am-9:45pm,Su 9am-6:45pm 
(10 wks)  CC-116
253217-1  R: $30, NR: $40

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Dance

GREEK FOLK DANCING
Lose weight and keep fit while having fun expressing your unique personality the Greek way through food and dance! No partner required. Instructor: Chris Tennant. Ages 16-Adult
Su 3/28 - 5/2, 4:30pm-6:30pm  (6 mtgs)  CC-10
254201-1  R:/NR: $25

MAD HOT BALLROOM DANCING
Frank Solomon teaches the hottest ballroom and club dances and dance etiquette in a fun and supportive environment designed for both teens and adults. No partners required. For help choosing a course or for more information, ask Frank at f50solomon@yahoo.com or call (301) 439-0723. Ages 16-Adult

BEG. FOX/WC SWING
M 3/29 - 6/7, 7pm-8pm  (10 mtgs: No Class 5/31) CC-10
254203-1   R: $55, NR: $65

INT. SALSA/TANGO
M 3/29 - 6/7,  8pm-9pm  (10 mtgs: No Class 5/31)  CC-10
254203-2  R: $55, NR: $65

SWING/SALSA
M 3/29 - 6/7, 6pm-7pm  (10 mtgs: No Class 5/31)   CC-10
254203-3  R: $113.50, NR: $65

INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCING
FREE open house will be held on March 26th at 7:30pm. A variety of dances for all skill levels. Partners are welcome, but not necessary.  Instructor: Roland Forbes. Ages 16-Adult
F 3/26 - 5/28, 8pm-10pm  (9 mtgs: No Class 4/2)  YC-MULTI
254501-1   R:/NR: $32

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VEGETARIAN CUISINE 
Here is your chance to learn how to cook great vegetarian dishes that are easy and nutritious. From curries to soups, from appetizers to desserts, we’ll do it all. Spices will be introduced to add flavor. All cooking supplies and food are included in the fees. No cooking experience required.
Instructor: Sonia Srivastava
Ages 15-Adult
W 3/24 - 4/14, 7pm-9pm  (4 mtgs)  CC-105
257205-2  R: $50, NR: $62.50

BASIC VEGAN CUISINE
Here is your chance to learn how to cook great vegetarian dishes that are easy and nutritious. From curries to soups, from appetizers to desserts, we’ll do it all. Spices will be introduced to add flavor. All cooking supplies and food are included in the fees. No cooking experience required.
Instructor: Yvette Morton. Ages 15-Adult.      
Tu 3/23 - 4/13, 7pm-9pm  (4 mtgs)  CC-105
257204-1  R: $50, NR: $62.50

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Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Crescent Road,
Greenbelt, Maryland 20770
301-397-2208