Community Arts

“Without mathematics there is no art,” stated Luca Pacioli, Italian mathematician and collaborator with Leonardo DaVinci. Learn how math underlies art and examine their inherent connections—including how art has driven the development of mathematics. Explore artworks from antiquity to modern times, as well as examples from graphic design, geometric and optical art, Islamic ornamentation, cartoons, and street art. Create your own artwork with mathematical foundations, such as geometrical constructions, golden-ratio-based Fibonacci sequences, symmetry, patterns, tessellations, elementary perspective, fractals, and anamorphosis. No background in art or math is required. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS423          25 Hours
$190 + $120 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15754                10 Sessions                 S
5/30-8/8                       10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.    No class 7/4
Synchronous: class meets together through video chat or similar means
Instructor: Ronald Colle

Learn fundamental drawing skills such as gesture, proportion, composition, cross contour, line, and perspective. Working from direct observation with still life, you will learn to translate three-dimensional space to a two-dimensional image. Explore various techniques, including graphite, pens, and ink. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS039           25 Hours
$185 + $125 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15762                10 Sessions                 M
6/1-8/10                       10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.    No class 6/29
Synchronous: class meets together through video chat or similar means
Instructor: Rozeal Brown
CRN#: 15763                10 Sessions                 F
5/29-8/7                       1-2:30 p.m.                 No class 7/3
Combined delivery: online class meetings are supplemented by asynchronous content such as videos, discussion boards, and/or individual meetings
Instructor: Holly Trout
CRN#: 15764                10 Sessions                 T
5/26-8/4                       9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.      No class 6/30
Synchronous: class meets together through video chat or similar means
Instructor: Wanjin Kim

Discover the basics of visual storytelling frame-by-frame! Whether your interest is in slice-of-life stories or super hero epics, you’ll learn to build your own narrative style. Take on everything from drawing backgrounds and environments to illustrating action to writing dialogue and narration. Bring a sketchbook and your favorite drawing tools to the first class, and get ready for lots of drawing! Open to students of all skill levels; no prior experience required. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS484          25 Hours
$185 + $125 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15812                10 Sessions                 Th
5/28-8/6   7-8 p.m.       No class 7/2
Combined delivery: online class meetings are supplemented by asynchronous content such as videos, discussion boards, and/or individual meetings
Instructor: Jamie Noguchi

Discover new and exciting drawing techniques that enable you to tap into your creativity. Each week presents a new topic, covering a variety of media and subject matter. All materials provided. Sign up for this section to take the entire series, or choose individual sessions below. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS495          24 Hours
$150 + $130 = $280; Non-MD residents add $140
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15760                8 Sessions                  F
6/12-8/7                       10 a.m.-1 p.m.            No class 7/3
Synchronous: class meets together through video chat or similar means
Instructor: Rozeal Brown

Learn the foundational strokes and principles of composition for Chinese painting using brushes, sumi-e ink, and Chinese watercolors to paint on rice paper. Topics change each semester; see section details for subject matter. Upon completion of this course, students will complete a painting for each subject. Chinese painting wet mount will be taught at the end of class. Topic: Flowers, waterbirds, animals, and landscape. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS403          25 Hours
$190 + $120 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15786                10 Sessions                 M
6/1-8/10   10 a.m.-11:30 p.m. No class 6/29
Combined delivery: online class meetings are supplemented by asynchronous content such as videos, discussion boards, and/or individual meetings
Instructor: Li-Wen Quach
CRN#: 15787                10 Sessions                 W
5/27-8/5                       10 a.m.-11:30 p.m.    No class 7/1
Combined delivery: online class meetings are supplemented by asynchronous content such as videos, discussion boards, and/or individual meetings
Instructor: Li-Wen Quach

Explore the amazing medium of acrylic paints! Acrylic is the dominant painting medium of the 20th century, used by artists like Rothko, Warhol, and Hockney. Learn how to use a wide variety of acrylic products, including paint, gels, medium, and grounds. Practice mixing clean colors, controlling drying time, and creating glazes and textures. This course is designed for new artists and those who have never explored acrylics in depth. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS414          25 Hours
$190 + $120 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15791                10 Sessions                 T
5/26-8/4                       7-9:30 p.m.                 No class 6/30
Synchronous: class meets together through video chat or similar means
Instructor: Rozeal Brown

Wondering how technology can be used as a tool for making art? Using Adobe CC, explore the professional photo, drawing, and layout programs Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Learn fundamental 2D design skills and investigate how to use these professional programs to meet your creative needs. No prior knowledge of computer applications is required to take this course. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS319          25 Hours
$185 + $125 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15773                10 Sessions                 M
6/1-8/10                       4:15-5:30 p.m.           No class 6/29
Combined delivery: online class meetings are supplemented by asynchronous content such as videos, discussion boards, and/or individual meetings
Instructor: Lena Ruano
CRN#: 15772                10 Sessions    
5/30-8/8                     
Asynchronous: class content delivered via discussion boards, video lectures and demos, and/or individual meetings
Instructor: Karin Rodney-Haapala

Learn the basic tools of Adobe Photoshop and how to creatively enhance or alter scanned or digital camera images for use in original artwork, graphic design, and web media. Topics include the tool palette, menus, layers, filters and special effects, color palettes, photo color correction, composing photos with text, and file formats. With these tools, you will create effective composition
in your images. Prerequisite: Experience using a Mac; can be fulfilled through ADS430 Free Mac OSX Crash Course or ADS319 Intro to Graphic Design Software. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS198          25 Hours
$185 + $125 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15765                10 Sessions                 M
6/1-8/10                       7-8:15 p.m.                 No class 6/29
Combined delivery: online class meetings are supplemented by asynchronous content such as videos, discussion boards, and/or individual meetings
Instructor: Lena Ruano
CRN#: 15766                8 Sessions                   W
6/17-8/12                     6:30-9:30 p.m.           No class 7/1
Synchronous: class meets together through video chat or similar means
Instructor: Jerry Truong

Continue your exploration of Adobe Photoshop CC with a focus on the development of intriguing visual solutions to real-world creative projects. Investigate creative photo techniques, layer and text management, digital photography, transferring electronic media to print, preparation of web images, and image archiving and management. Prerequisite: ADS198 Photoshop I or equivalent experience. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay
fee only.
Course: ADS199          25 Hours
$185 + $125 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15767                8 Sessions                  T
6/16-8/11                     6:30-9:30 p.m.           No class 6/30
Synchronous: class meets together through video chat or similar means
Instructor: Jerry Truong

Unlock the power of your smartphone’s camera. Learn the apps, settings, composition techniques, and content that work best with smartphones. We’ll look at the smartphone as a photographic tool and explore artists who use the smartphone photography in their work. Learn to create, edit, and critique high-quality images taken with your phone (you may also use a point-and-shoot or DSLR for shooting). Students of all levels welcome. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS496          15 Hours
$120 + $75 = $195; Non-MD residents add $120
Distance Learning
CRN#: 46304                5 Sessions                   T
5/26-6/23                     6:30-8 p.m.
Combined delivery: online class meetings are supplemented by asynchronous content such as videos, discussion boards, and/or individual meetings
Instructor: Lena Ruano

In this introductory course, you will use digital cameras and basic image editing software. Learn print production for making black-and-white and color photographs and studio techniques that include portrait lighting and still life photography. No prior photography experience is required. You will use digital photography for the production of a photographic portfolio. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ART059          66 Hours
Co-listed with PHOT161/PHOT161L
$396 + $136.20 = $532.20;
Non-MD residents add $871.20
Distance Learning
CRN#: 46673              10 Sessions                 T,Th
6/9-7/9                         6-7:30 p.m.
Combined delivery: online class meetings are supplemented by asynchronous content such as videos, discussion boards, and/or individual meetings
Instructor: William Jones
CRN#: 16325               6 Sessions                   Th
7/14-8/20                     6-7:30 p.m.
Combined delivery: online class meetings are supplemented by asynchronous content such as videos, discussion boards, and/or individual meetings
Instructor: William Jones

Use Adobe Premiere Pro CC to edit digital videos for artistic, commercial, educational, and personal use. Learn basic editing techniques, use of the title tool, layering videos, mixing sound, moving clips, and exporting your finished product. Please bring a 500GB+ USB3.0 external hard drive, headphones with a 3.5 mm jack, and your MyMC login to the first class. Prerequisite: Experience using a Mac; can be fulfilled through ADS430 Free Mac OSX Crash Course or ADS319 Intro to Graphic Design Software. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS391          13.5 Hours
$105 + $70 = $175; Non-MD residents add $120
Distance Learning
CRN#: 46058                5 Sessions                  W
5/27-6/24                     6-7:15 p.m.
Combined delivery: online class meetings are supplemented by asynchronous content such as videos, discussion boards, and/or individual meetings
Instructor: Christina Arellano

Discover the world of craft! Craft is the basis of all visual art, as well as fields as diverse as as furniture construction, origami, metal fabrication, and quilting. Create crafts projects by first visualizing them on paper, then learn fundamental fabrication strategies and use them to complete finished works. Projects can include textiles, sewing, paper, basic metalworking, glass, ceramics, and more. This class fulfills basic hand-sewing skill requirements. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS497          25 Hours
$185 + $125 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15756                10 Sessions                 T
5/26-8/4                       1-3:30 p.m.                 No class 6/30
Synchronous: class meets together through video chat or similar means
Instructor: Wanjin Kim

Learn the basics of tap dance technique as you express your inner rhythms through your feet. Shuffle, flap, and paddle and roll in simple rhythmic combinations using both structure and improvisation. Experience percussive style tap while dancing to Motown, Beatles and Stones, Reggae, and Jazz tunes. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: PFA018           12.5 Hours
$95 + $70 = $165; Non-MD residents add $120
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15964   10 Sessions                              F
5/29-8/7                      11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. No class 7/3
Synchronous: class meets together through video chat or similar means
Instructor: Baakari Wilder

Continue to build on the fundamentals of percussive tap dance. Explore new step variations, simple combinations, improvisation, and polyrhythms. Experience alternate styles by adding buckets and sticks to your percussive toolbox. Dance to music genres from jazz to rock and roll. Prerequisite: PFA018 Intro to Tap Dance or equivalent experience. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: PFA061           10 Hours
$95 + $70 = $165; Non-MD residents add $120
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15862   10 Sessions                  F
5/29-8/7                      1-2 p.m.                                   No class 7/3
Synchronous: class meets together through video chat or similar means
Instructor: Baakari Wilder

Music is a universal language sculpted by the compositions of many great minds. Learning
piano introduces you to the elements of this language, such as melody, harmony, and rhythm. In this class, you will learn the basics of piano in a group setting. Using a fundamentals approach, we will play and harmonize melodies from the beginning. No previous experience needed. Textbook required: Adult Piano Adventures All-in-One Piano Course Book 1 by Nancy and Randal Faber. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: PFA032           16 Hours
$120 + $90 = $210; Non-MD residents add $140
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15966   8 Sessions                                W
6/3-7/29                      6:30-8:30 p.m.             No class 7/1
Synchronous: class meets together through video chat or similar means. Regular access to a piano or keyboard is required.
Instructor: Hanyin Chen
CRN#: 44444   8 Sessions                    T,Th
5/26-6/18                    10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Combined delivery: online class meetings are supplemented by asynchronous content such as videos, discussion boards, and/or individual meetings. Regular access to a piano or keyboard is required.
Instructor: Greta Ehrig

Expand your cultural and musical competency by learning to sing Persian traditional music! Explore the Seven Dastgahs—the scales used in Persian music—and the basics of Solfege, Persian traditional music theory. Sing famous Persian songs accompanied by instruments such as the setar, tar, and tomback. No prior musical training is required; this course is open to students of all experience levels. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: PFA060           20 Hours
$155 + $105 = $260;
Non-MD residents add $140
Distance Learning
CRN#: 15974   10 Sessions                  Th
5/28-8/6                      6:30-8:30 p.m.             No class 7/2
Synchronous: class meets together through video chat or similar means
Instructor: Darab Behnam Shabahang

Discover how to use your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos, and more. In this introductory class, learn about a unique, outside the box way to break into this creative, fulfilling, and potentially lucrative industry. Voice-overs can be managed on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with minimal overhead! Whether you choose to pursue voice-overs part-time or full-time, this could be the game changer you’ve been looking for.
Course: PFA075           2 Hours
$22 + $18 = $40; Non-MD residents add $30
Distance Learning
CRN#: 46046   1 Session                                 T
6/9                   7-8:30 p.m.
Combined delivery: online class meeting is supplemented by individual meetings   
Instructor: Nicole Porche

Stand-up Comedy: Introduction

Ever wanted to give stand-up comedy a try? Learn to use your life experiences to create an original 3-minute comedy routine. The course will cover comedy-writing basics and comedic style in a fun, interactive, and supportive atmosphere. Bring something to write on and record with (like a smartphone) to the first class. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: PFA073           9 Hours
$70 + $50 = $120; Non-MD residents add $120
Distance Learning
CRN#: 46263   3 Sessions                                W
5/27-6/10                    6:30-9:30 p.m.            
Synchronous: class meets together through video chat or similar means
Instructor: Sheila Wenz

Learn new and exciting drawing techniques that enable you to tap into your creativity. You may take the workshops individually or as a full series. All materials provided.
Each workshop is 3 hours
Cost of each workshop is $22 + $18 = $40,
Non-MD residents add $30
GERMANTOWN CAMPUS
Instructor: Rozeal Brown
Drawing Workshop: Hands in Charcoal & Conté
Learn to draw hands, one of the most difficult parts of the body to depict! Continue exploring the use of charcoal and conte crayons as drawing tools.
Course: ADS473
CRN#: 15808   F          7/17                 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Discover tools and techniques for drawing the portrait, including pencil and graphite, color pencil, watercolor, and wet technique pastel. This week, we will explore self-portraiture from a photograph, so please bring a photograph of yourself!
Course: ADS470
CRN#: 15803   F          7/24                 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Discover or revisit the tools and techniques for drawing portraits. We will continue exploring the use of pencil and graphite, color pencil, watercolor, wet techniques, and pastel. This week, we will create portraits based on the photograph of a child, so please bring a photo.
Course: ADS471
CRN#: 15805   F          7/31                 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Learn to tell a story with your drawings. We will depict a person in a symbolic space in order to reveal more about them. Explore the use of pencils and graphite sticks as a drawing medium.
Course: ADS475
CRN#: 15809   F          8/7                   10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Produce, edit, and share your video stories with your smartphone! Learn to maximize your smartphone’s recording and editing abilities. Topics include framing and filming interview subjects, basic storytelling techniques, editing, and sharing your videos on social media platforms. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS424           12.5 Hours
$95 + $70 = $165; Non-MD residents add $120
Germantown Campus
CRN#: 15793   5 Sessions                                T
7/14-8/11        1-3:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sowmi Areke

Use Adobe Premiere Pro CC to edit digital videos for artistic, commercial, educational, and personal use. Learn basic editing techniques, use of the title tool, layering videos, mixing sound, moving clips, and exporting your finished product. Please bring a 500GB+ USB3.0 external hard drive, headphones with a 3.5 mm jack, and your MyMC login to the first class. Prerequisite: Experience using a Mac; can be fulfilled through ADS430 Free Mac OSX Crash Course or ADS319 Intro to Graphic Design Software. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS391           13.5 Hours
$105 + $70 = $175; Non-MD residents add $120
Germantown Campus
CRN#: 16288   5 Sessions                                T
7/14-8/11                    10 a.m.-12:42 p.m.
Instructor: Sowmi Areke

A practical, hands-on introduction to the fundamental technical and aesthetic principles of digital photography. The class includes demonstrations, lectures, group critiques, and discussion. Learn DSLR (digital single lens reflex) and mirrorless interchangeable lens camera operation, shot composition, and digital retouching and manipulation. Required equipment: a DSLR or mirrorless interchangeable lens camera with at least 7.0 megapixel resolution, memory card, and flash drive. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS318 15 Hours
$150 + $100 = $250; Non-MD residents add $140
Rockville Campus
CRN#: 15768 5 Sessions W
7/15-8/12 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Donovan Marks

Discover fundamental metalsmithing techniques while designing and making jewelry and small objects. Learn fabrication techniques, including sawing, piercing, surface enrichment, and soldering. Specific projects may change based on instructor or semester; see section notes for details. No prior experience necessary! This course fulfills the prerequisite for all intermediate-level jewelry and metalsmithing courses. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS491 35 Hours
$205 + $135 = $340; Non-MD residents add $160
Rockville Campus
CRN#: 16290 5 Sessions M
7/13-8/10 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Instructor: Katja Toporski

Dive into focused processes within jewelry and metalsmithing, with new topics addressed each semester. This class is designed for intermediate level students who understand basic metalsmithing including sawing and soldering. Prerequisite: Basic metal jewelry experience with soldering. Can be satisfied through ADS402 Jewelry and Metalsmithing Introduction or ART060/ARTT245 Jewelry and Metalsmithing. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS493 35 Hours
$205 + $135 = $340; Non-MD residents add $160
Rockville Campus
CRN#: 16291 5 Sessions F
7/17-8/21 10 a.m.-5 p.m. No class 8/14
Topic: Stone Setting
Instructor: Nicholas Barnes

Ever wonder how copyright applies to your artwork? Or when it’s safe to use other peoples work in your own? Explore the answers to these questions and more! Delve into the world of copyright and fair use, using case studies to discover their use and limits. This class is open to students of all levels. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS476 4 Hours
$40 + $40 = $80; Non-MD residents add $50
Rockville Campus
CRN#: 15810 1 Session S
7/18 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Instructor: Herbert Muse and Alexander Moyer

Become part of a musical theater production! In this intensive course, we present two major musicals with 12 public performances. Our shows for 2020 will be The Addams Family and Cabaret. We look for students who are talented, willing to work hard, and have some theatrical experience. Although Summer Dinner Theatre is a college-level course, we encourage talented high school students, aged 16 and above, and interested community members, to audition as performers or interview as technicians. Scholarships and work study are available. Note: Summer Dinner Theater will not be run on its original dates. The decision to run it in July/August has not yet been made. Please visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/sdt for complete information and the student calendar.

Discover a fresh, personal, and interactive connection to a work of art. Learn the techniques of Exercises for the Quiet Eye, a method of interacting with art taught in museums and colleges across the country. Engage with art through the senses, the intellect, and emotion in rich, complex, and rewarding ways. Step outside your preconceived notions to embrace the unknown and seek the transcendent moment in art viewing. Open to students of all levels; no prior experience required.
Course: ADS486           3 Hours
$22 + $18 = $40; Non-MD residents add $30
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15813   1 Session                                 S
8/15                 9 a.m.-12 p.m.            
Instructor: Annie Storr

Analyze major trends in architecture, painting, and sculpture in Western civilization. Explore art movements from the Renaissance through the 20th century, including Proto-Renaissance, Renaissance, Mannerist, Baroque, Neoclassic, Romantic, Realist, Impressionist, Expressionist, Cubist, non-objective, and 20th century art. No prerequisites. Tuition waiver applies; seniors
pay fee only.
Course: ART075           37 Hours
Co-listed with ARTT201
$396 + $136.20 = $532.20;
Non-MD residents add $871.20
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15753   15 Sessions                  T,W,Th
7/7-8/6                        9-11:30 a.m.
Instructor: Bianca Fonseca Aponte     

Explore methods, materials, and drawing techniques using graphite, charcoal, and ink. Gain confidence in learning to see and record experiences on paper. No prior drawing experience necessary. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ART032           75 Hours
Co-listed with ARTT100
$396 + $136.20 = $532.20;
Non-MD residents add $871.20
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15769   20 Sessions                  M,T,W,Th
7/6-8/6                        5:30-9:30 p.m.
Instructor: Amare Selfu          

Celebrate the colors of seasonal plants while learning how to realistically depict the natural world around you. Botanical illustration offers great opportunity to join artistic discovery with the observation and appreciation of nature. Learn the traditional art and science of botanical drawing while enjoying the natural world. All ability levels welcome! Students are responsible for their own transportation to off-site locations. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS421           25 Hours
$185 + $125 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15792   10 Sessions                  W,F
7/15-8/14                    4-6:30 p.m.     
Instructor: Kaltoum Maroufi-Colle

Discover how to throw punches and land kicks that will leave a lasting impression on your audience. Learn to choose the best moment in an action to draw, emphasize action without breaking your character, and where to find inspiration for dynamic action. Open to all experience levels.
Course: ADS439           3 Hours
$22 + $18 = $40; Non-MD residents add $30
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15796   1 Session                                 S
8/1                   1-4 p.m.          
Instructor: Jamie Noguchi

From a sly wink to a sizzling glare, learn how to make your characters emote with such passion that your readers will be awestruck. Learn to effectively use the animation principle of squash and stretch to pull the most expression out of the faces of your characters without breaking them. And then break them! Open to all experience levels.
Course: ADS440           3 Hours
$22 + $18 = $40; Non-MD residents add $30
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15797   1 Session                                 S
8/8                   1-4 p.m.          
Instructor: Jamie Noguchi

Chinese calligraphy is its own art form; in this class, discover its styles, meaning, and history. Learn the foundational strokes for writing Chinese calligraphy while practicing brush strokes and constructing Chinese characters.
Course: ADS447           2.5 Hours
$22 + $18 = $40; Non-MD residents add $30
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15798   1 Session                                 S
8/8                   9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.       
Instructor: Li-Wen Quach

Learn new and exciting drawing techniques that enable you to tap into your creativity. You may take the workshops individually or as a full series. All materials provided.
Each workshop is 3 hours
Cost of each workshop is $22 + $18 = $40,
Non-MD residents add $30
TAKOMA PARK/SILVER SPRING CAMPUS
Instructor: Kaltoum Maroufi-Colle

Learn basic watercolor techniques using monochrome tone or inks. Discover the application of mixed media and wet techniques. This week, we will continue our exploration of still life.
Course: ADS469
CRN#: 15802   S          7/11                 1-4 p.m.
Drawing Workshop: Self-Portrait in Multiple Media
Discover tools and techniques for drawing the portrait, including pencil and graphite, color pencil, watercolor, and wet technique pastel. This week, we will explore self-portraiture from a photograph, so please bring a photograph of yourself!
Course: ADS470
CRN#: 15804   S          7/18                 1-4 p.m.
Drawing Workshop: Portraiture in Multiple Media
Discover or revisit the tools and techniques for drawing portraits. We will continue exploring the use of pencil and graphite, color pencil, watercolor, wet techniques, and pastel. This week, we will create portraits based on the photograph of a child, so please bring a photo.
Course: ADS471
CRN#: 15806   S          7/25                 1-4 p.m.

Learn the basic tools and techniques of watercolor painting in this introductory class. Emphasis on how to utilize color in creating an effective composition. Demonstration, discussion, and critiques will augment studio work. Bring tubes of red, blue, and yellow watercolor paint, a one-inch flat watercolor brush, and a jar for water to the first class. Subject matter includes still life, landscape, and portrait painting. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.

Course: ADS350          25 Hours
$190 + $120 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160

Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15776                5 Sessions                   S
7/11-8/8                       9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.  

Instructor: Wendelin Daniels

Learn watercolor painting as a process that begins with design, composition, and thoughtful color selection, and ends with a series of finished paintings that reveal personal stylistic expression. You will select subject matter of individual interest and develop personal style through the process of creative expression. Bring to the first class: 1 full sheet (22 x 30) of 140 lb or 300 lb cold pressed watercolor paper; scraps of paper for sampling color; a palette; tubes of watercolor paint; brushes; and a container for water. Prerequisite: ADS350 Beginning Watercolor or equivalent experience. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.

Course: ADS349          25 Hours
$190 + $120 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus

CRN#: 15774                10 Sessions                 M,W
7/13-8/12                     1-3:30 p.m.    

Instructor: Wendelin Daniels

Learn to create collages using aqueous media (watercolor) as a unifying tool. Students will conceptualize and assemble compositions related to mythology, symbolism, fantasy, personal iconography, whimsical, and/or spiritual themes. Gain experience using design principles and elements of art to create a unified piece. There is no limit on the combined use of aqueous media: we will incorporate found objects, pen and ink, magazine clippings, colored and watercolor pencils; acrylic paints, pastel, pencil, and discarded paintings. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.

Course: ADS468          25 Hours
$190 + $120 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus

CRN#: 15801                10 Sessions                 M,W
7/13-8/12                     9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.      No class 6/29

Instructor: Wendelin Daniels

Po-Mo painting is a freestyle Chinese painting technique. Play with colors and learn Po-Mo techniques, which involve working wet-on-wet with watercolor and ink. You will create two paintings by the end of class. Open to all levels. Tuition includes all supplies to complete two paintings. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay
fee only.

Course: ADS432          5 Hours
$40 + $30 = $70; Non-MD residents add $50
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus

CRN#: 15795                1 Session                    S
8/8                                1-6 p.m.   

Instructor: Li-Wen Quach

Discover the medium of the masters! Learn to paint with the same tools as Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Raphael, and Picasso. Take advantage of the thickness and long dry-time of oils to build up your canvas with textures and layers. Learn paint mixing, color relationships, composition, brushwork, and how to create depth. No experience required. Tuition waiver applies;
seniors pay fee only.

Course: ADS401          25 Hours
$185 + $125 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus

CRN#: 15785                10 Sessions                 W,F
7/15-8/14                     12:30-3 p.m.               No class 7/3

Instructor: Kaltoum Maroufi-Colle

A practical, hands-on introduction to the fundamental technical and aesthetic principles of digital photography. The class includes demonstrations, lectures, group critiques, and discussion. Learn DSLR (digital single lens reflex) and mirrorless interchangeable lens camera operation, shot composition, and digital retouching and manipulation. Required equipment: a DSLR or mirrorless interchangeable lens camera with
at least 7.0 megapixel resolution, memory card, and flash drive. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS318           15 Hours
$150 + $100 = $250; Non-MD residents add $140
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15770   5 Sessions                                M
7/13-8/10        6:30-9:30 p.m.
Instructor: Jerry Truong

Create a woodcut and learn to print it on paper and t-shirts! Woodcut is the earliest of all printmaking methods. Explore the process of woodblock printing from design, through carving, to inking and printing. Complete a small edition of black and white prints and printed t-shirt by the end of the class. Students of all levels welcome, but be prepared for a physical challenge. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS467           24 Hours
$185 + $125 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15800   5 Sessions                                S

7/11-8/8                       10 a.m.-2:48 p.m.
Instructor: Jun Lee

Discover the power of metal fabrication! Learn the basics of steel fabrication, including cutting, bending, tack welding, brazing, and creating load-bearing welded seams. Explore finishing techniques that leave your welds and metal looking clean and professional. Leave class with your own original steel sculpture created using a MIG welder. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS498           15 Hours
$120 + $75 = $195; Non-MD residents add $120
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 16339   5 Sessions                                T
7/14-8/11                    6:30-9:30 p.m.
Instructor: Bob Donahue

An exploration of the nature of clay, glazes, and firing via hand-built pottery, various decorative processes, and a general survey of ceramic art forms. Wheel-thrown pottery techniques are introduced. Design and craftsmanship are emphasized. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ART029           75 Hours
Co-listed with ARTT120
$396 + $136.20 = $532.20;
Non-MD residents add $871.20
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15815   20 Sessions                  M,T,W,Th
7/6-8/6                        6-10 p.m.
Instructor J. J. McCracken

Are you interested in sewing but don't know how to get started? Learn foundational sewing skills that will aid you in future projects. Practice the basics of hand sewing and the essentials of using a sewing machine. Learn to read and follow a pattern in order to create a final product such as a bag, hat, apron, or stuffed animal. This course is ideal for beginners with no formal sewing experience. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS456           12.5 Hours
$95 + $70 = $165; Non-MD residents add $120
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15799   5 Sessions                                T
7/14-8/11                    7-9:30 p.m.
Instructor: Bridget Egan

Explore three-dimensional mixed-media art
and the human form through the design and creation of an original art doll. Learn construction methods for assembling an original 16-18 costumed doll. Begin with rough design concepts and proportional figure sketching, continuing
to the construction of a wire armature, hard sculpting doll’s head and hands, soft-sculpting doll’s body, and sewing the doll’s costume. Prerequisite: Basic hand-sewing skills; can be learned in ADS456 Sewing: Introduction. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS375           25 Hours
$190 + $120 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15783   5 Sessions                                F
7/17-8/14                    10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Instructor: Wendelin Daniels

Create your own batik fabric prints! Batik is the ancient art of creating designs on fabric using dyes with a resist, such as melted beeswax. These fabrics are known for the crackle or veining that appears in the design. Learn to use traditional batik dying methods to create contemporary, personalized works of art on napkins, placemats, garments, paintings, and more. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS466           25 Hours
$185 + $125 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 16289   10 Sessions                  T,Th
7/14-8/13                    2:30-5 p.m.
Instructor: Robert Devers

Create a Renaissance costume in time for Renn Fest! The Renaissance spanned four centuries and kicked off a cultural revolution that included art, music, science, and religion. But most importantly it kicked off a time in history when the clothing finally got interesting! Learn how to create a customized Renaissance costume by researching costumes, practicing different sewing techniques, following sewing patterns, and putting it all together to create a look perfect for the Renn Fest. Students will sew a cloak or other garment and learn how to  create accessories and modify existing clothes to create a renaissance wardrobe. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: PFA036           12.5 Hours
$95 + $70 = $165; Non-MD residents add $120
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15972   5 Sessions                                Th
7/16-8/13                    7-9:30 p.m.
Instructor: Bridget Egan

Explore the elements of jewelry design using simple hand tools. Learn techniques such as stamping, texturing, sawing, piercing, and wire wrapping. Design and fabricate your own jewelry in the studio as you develop your creativity and fabrication skills. Discover contemporary trends in jewelry and metalsmithing and how you can apply them to your work. Note: This course does not include soldering, so can be taken as a precursor to ADS 402, not a substitute. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS479           25 Hours
$185 + $125 = $310; Non-MD residents add $160
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15811   5 Sessions                                Th
7/16-8/13                    10 a.m.-3 p.m.            
Instructor: Wanjin Kim

Create your own stained glass panel using the Tiffany method! Learn how to design your pattern, choose colors, cut and grind glass, and solder glass together. By the end of the class, you will complete one stained glass panel. No prior experience needed. Students must bring a pencil and ruler to the first class; any other drawing tools optional. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: ADS490           15 Hours
$120 + $75 = $195; Non-MD residents add $120
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15814   5 Sessions                                W
7/15-8/12                    6:30-9:30 p.m.
Instructor: David Baxter

Take your first steps to becoming a guitar legend! Even the greats started by muddling through simple chords on an acoustic. Learn basic strumming and picking techniques, common chord progressions, scales, notation, and tablature reading. On completion, you will have a foundation to take more advanced courses, start private lessons, or continue learning on your own. Classical guitars provided, or BYO acoustic if you prefer. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: PFA076 14 Hours
$120 + $90 = $210; Non-MD residents add $90
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15759 10 Sessions M,R
7/13-8/13 1-2:24 p.m.
Instructor: Theodore Shusterman

Create a Renaissance costume in time for Renn Fest! The Renaissance spanned four centuries and kicked off a cultural revolution that included art, music, science, and religion. But most importantly it kicked off a time in history when the clothing finally got interesting! Learn how to create a customized Renaissance costume by researching costumes, practicing different sewing techniques, following sewing patterns, and putting it all together to create a look perfect for the Renn Fest. Students will sew a cloak or other garment and learn how to create accessories and modify existing clothes to create a renaissance wardrobe. Tuition waiver applies; seniors pay fee only.
Course: PFA036 12.5 Hours
$95 + $70 = $165; Non-MD residents add $120
Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
CRN#: 15972 5 Sessions Th
7/16-8/13 7-9:30 p.m.
Instructor: Bridget Egan