Offerings
Acrylic Painting Magic: Landscapes
Join renowned 30-year Central Oregon artist David Kinker, painter, muralist, art instructor, and river enthusiast, and engage with the magic of painting as a creative adventure! In this unique acrylic painting class, discover how to create a powerful visual impact. Start to see the world from an artist's perspective, build a "toolkit" of skills and concepts to form your own personal painting style, and practice painting in an encouraging environment. All skill levels are welcome!
February 21, 2024 to March 20, 2024, BEC 0152
April 3, 2024 to May 1, 2024, BEC 0152
February 21, 2024 to March 20, 2024, BEC 0152
April 3, 2024 to May 1, 2024, BEC 0152
Apreciación Artística: Pintores Españoles
Are you interested in learning about great Spanish artists? This lecture-style course, taught in Spanish, will introduce you to the lives, times, and styles of four prominent Spanish painters.
June 1-15, 2024, CHLAB 301
June 1-15, 2024, CHLAB 301
Basic/Intermediate Ikebana: Traditional Japanese Art of Flower Arranging
Create unique and beautiful Japanese Ikebana floral arrangements using techniques established over centuries. Historical, cultural, and spiritual aspects of the practice accompany hands-on learning. After each meeting, students may take their arrangements home. Students may take the course for personal enrichment or to earn Sogetsu school certification toward a teacher's diploma. Perfect for beginners and those already familiar with Ikebana techniques.
April 14, 2024 to May 5, 2024, BEC 0152
April 14, 2024 to May 5, 2024, BEC 0152
Beautiful Photos: From Start to Finish
Discover how to create beautiful digital photographs from start to finish with professional photographer Steve Giardini. Learn basic camera operations, practice behind your camera, and discover photo editing techniques that will make your photos shine. Expect plenty of hands-on practice under expert guidance. Be challenged without being intimidated!
May 7-14, 2024, CHLAB 207
May 7-14, 2024, CHLAB 207
Beginning Drawing Simplified 1
Have fun learning how to draw, even if you think you can't. This class shows you techniques to develop skills using geometric shapes which are then softened and rounded to draw anything. Beginning drawing is the basis for all fine art because it teaches you how to see objects in a different way. You will do a technique sheet and a finished drawing. Beginning Drawing Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required. Take the series together, or register for any of the single sessions.
Friday, May 3, 2024, BEC 0152
Saturday, June 1, 2024, MDR 116
Friday, May 3, 2024, BEC 0152
Saturday, June 1, 2024, MDR 116
Beginning Drawing Simplified 2
Building on the information in Beginning Drawing 1, you will explore the importance of value (shading) which provides depth and perspective on a two-dimensional surface. Value is one of the main elements in drawing and painting, and adding charcoal makes it exciting. The projects include a pencil drawing and a charcoal drawing. Beginning Drawing Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required. Take the series together, or register for any of the single sessions.
Friday, May 10, 2024, BEC 0152
Saturday, June 1, 2024, MDR 116
Friday, May 10, 2024, BEC 0152
Saturday, June 1, 2024, MDR 116
Beginning Drawing Simplified 3
In session three of Beginning Drawing, you will investigate the advanced drawing techniques of pencil, ink, and charcoal. Bring a black and white photo of something you would like to draw that is approximately 8 by 10 inches. Beginning Drawing Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required. Take the series together, or register for any of the single sessions.
Friday, May 17, 2024, BEC 0152
Friday, May 17, 2024, BEC 0152
Beginning Drawing Simplified Full Series
Have fun learning how to draw, even if you think you can't. This class shows you techniques to develop skills using geometric shapes which are then softened and rounded to draw anything. Beginning drawing is the basis for all fine art because it teaches you how to see objects in a different way. You will do a technique sheet and a finished drawing. Beginning Drawing Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required. Take the series together, or register for any of the single sessions.
May 3-17, 2024, BEC 0152
Saturday, June 1, 2024, MDR 116
May 3-17, 2024, BEC 0152
Saturday, June 1, 2024, MDR 116
Beginning Guitar: Essential Concepts
Dust off your guitar and learn fundamental skills in this introduction to guitar basics. Learn how to read tablature, play single note melodies, basic rock and blues techniques, chords, and strumming. Designed for students with no prior guitar experience or those who want a refresher on the basics. Establish a foundation of skills in a safe, supportive environment, reinforced with home practice, with experienced instructor Robin Smith-Jackson!
April 1, 2024 to June 3, 2024, RDM1 105
April 4, 2024 to June 6, 2024, PEN 0228
April 1, 2024 to June 3, 2024, RDM1 105
April 4, 2024 to June 6, 2024, PEN 0228
Build Your Own Textured Ring with Gemstone
Learn the basics of metalsmithing while making your own textured ring with a set gemstone! Metalsmithing techniques for this project include filing, sanding, ring sizing, forming, hammering, soldering, finish work, and more. The class will include a brief lecture on the metal arts and safety while working with metals, then a hands-on demonstration. By the end of the class, you will have made a unique textured ring with a set gemstone to take home with you! No experience necessary!
This course contains no sessions at this time.
This course contains no sessions at this time.
Coloring with Copic Markers: Beginning
Learn to use Japanese copic markers! This class is an introduction to alcohol-based copic markers and how they blend to create beautiful color artwork. You will learn what copic markers are, what the letters and numbers on the markers mean, and how copic markers are different from other kinds of markers. You will also get plenty of hands-on time to practice copic art techniques like blending, shading and layering, using multiliners, and drawing on different kinds of paper. During class, you will create a piece of copic artwork using what you have learned. Materials are required for this course. You can view this information in the "Bulletin" section of the online course listing or on your e-mail Confirmation Letter sent after registration. You can also request by e-mail at ceinfo@cocc.edu.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, CHLAB 207
Saturday, April 20, 2024, CHLAB 207
Coloring with Copic Markers: Full Series
Learn to use Japanese copic markers! Learn basic skills in the first workshop, then expand your creativity and techniques in week two. Students can for the weekly stand-alone sessions, or register for the two week series at a discounted rate. Materials are required for this course. You can view this information in the "Bulletin" section of the online course listing or on your e-mail Confirmation Letter sent after registration. You can also request by e-mail at ceinfo@cocc.edu.
April 20, 2024 to May 4, 2024, CHLAB 207
April 20, 2024 to May 4, 2024, CHLAB 207
Coloring with Copic Markers: Intermediate
Expand your skills and take your Copic coloring to the next level! This class is an extension of the beginner class. Create beautiful artwork, with plenty of hands-on time to practice Copic art techniques like blending, shading and layering, using multiliners, and drawing on different kinds of paper. During class, you will create a piece of Copic artwork using what you have learned. Expand your creativity with alcohol-based Japanese Copic markers. Materials are required for this course. You can view this information in the "Bulletin" section of the online course listing or on your e-mail Confirmation Letter sent after registration. You can also request by e-mail at ceinfo@cocc.edu.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, CHLAB 207
Saturday, May 4, 2024, CHLAB 207
Community Youth Production of The Wizard of Oz
March 23, 2024 to August 4, 2024, MDR 117
Design Simplified Full Series
Learn design techniques through the medium of calligraphy, and tri-tangles. Learn the basics of the beautiful art of elegant calligraphy writing, by exploring the differences in letter styles and numbers, proper spacing, and arrangement of words. Second session, you will create a masterpiece with using fun, stress-free way to create beautiful art. Using tri-tangles, dots, lines, curves, orbs, and many other shapes, you personalize patterns within a specific form to create delightful, artistic surprises. No experience is required except an open mind and the desire to have fun. Take the series of two, or register for either of the single sessions. No experience necessary.
April 19-26, 2024, RDM1 105
April 19-26, 2024, RDM1 105
Design Simplified: Calligraphy
Learn the basics of the beautiful art of elegant writing. You will explore the differences in letter styles and numbers, proper spacing, and arrangement of words. Have fun creating personalized items for friends and family. This is a great class for the DIY person. Bring a quote, song lyric, or a short poem to create your work of art. Materials are provided. No experience is necessary.
Friday, April 19, 2024, RDM1 105
Friday, April 19, 2024, RDM1 105
Design Simplified: Tri-Tangles
Create a masterpiece by using a fun, stress-free way to create beautiful art. Using tri-tangles, dots, lines, curves, orbs, and many other shapes, you personalize patterns within a specific form to create delightful, artistic surprises. First, you will experiment with a three-by-five paper tile using patterns or doodles. Your second tangle will be larger in a shape you choose provided from templates which include animals, buildings, shapes, and scenery. This relaxing technique will change a simple shape into an intricate and amazing piece of unique art. No experience is required. All materials are supplied.
Friday, April 26, 2024, RDM1 105
Friday, April 26, 2024, RDM1 105
Digital Photo Organization 101
Clean up your digital photo collection with professional organizer and photo coach Debbie Bauman. In this interactive course, you will learn how to identify your own personal strategy for managing your photos and techniques to create a beautiful collection of memories that your family will enjoy for generations.
April 16-23, 2024, CHLAB 207
April 16-23, 2024, CHLAB 207
Exploring Cyanotype Toning with Botanicals
This exploratory workshop introduces participants to the world of alternative photo processes focusing on cyanotypes. Cyanotypes use the sun to create images on paper that can be toned with plants to create a host of different colors. Students will learn how to create cyanotypes with photograms and/or digital negatives and then use various plants to tone their creations.
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Expressing With the Elements of Art Youth Camp
July 22, 2024 to August 1, 2024, CHLAB 301
August 5-15, 2024, BEC 0152
Figure Drawing Open Lab
Be part of a community of beginning and professional artists as you practice drawing/painting the human figure. This course offers a structured studio environment with nude and clothed male and female models. You will have the chance to work from poses ranging 1-20 minutes in length, with breaks to connect with other students and/or obtain feedback on your work. There are no critiques. Bring your own supplies and a portable easel or drawing board. The course fee covers the model fees, but tips are welcome.
April 5, 2024 to June 7, 2024, CHLAB 301
April 5, 2024 to June 7, 2024, CHLAB 301
Film Noir
Film noir usually tells a story of crime and sexual passion. A strong woman, often portrayed as the femme fatale or spider woman, is central to the plot. A weaker man, who might be called the homme fatal, is usually manipulated to steal or kill as part of a plan to be together with his lover. Society is often portrayed as corrupt, and the hero or antihero begins on the edge of this society. The films of the classic noir period, 1941-1959, were shot in black and white, though critics argue whether noir films can be made in color. In any case, the cinematography of high-contrast, shadowy images and reflections serves to emphasize a theme of entrapment. As a post-World War II phenomenon, the films reflect the violence of war and a changing social order. Besides viewing and critiquing the cinematic art of the films, the course will consider whether film noir is a genre or a style. The course will meet weekly for five weeks, viewing five feature films and one documentary.
May 1-29, 2024, PIO 0201
May 1-29, 2024, PIO 0201
HUM 269: Popular Culture - Graphic Novels
This course Examines the role of comic books and graphic novels as cultural and artistic creations in popular culture and literature. Identifies a vocabulary for discussing, explaining, writing, and analyzing comics. Explores relevant social and historical events in the development of comics. May include comics to film comparisons or principal author studies. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.
April 1, 2024 to June 10, 2024, ONLINE ZOOM
April 1, 2024 to June 10, 2024, ONLINE ZOOM
Introduction to Botanical Drawing & Painting
Do you love to look at beautiful flowers and plants in art? You can learn to capture flowers and other botanical subjects on paper in a series of simple steps! Class includes an introduction to supplies, botanical drawing, and watercolor painting techniques, and you will have plenty of time to try out the techniques in class. All materials provided by instructor. No experience necessary, all skill levels welcome!
This course contains no sessions at this time.
This course contains no sessions at this time.
Introduction to Guitar Online Course
Learn to play any style of music on the guitar, and become the musician you've always wanted to be! This course provides basic guitar skills that you'll build step-by-step with hands-on exercises, audio and video recordings, and detailed instructions to put you well on your way to becoming a skilled player.
This course contains no sessions at this time.
Click here to register online through Ed2Go
This course contains no sessions at this time.
Click here to register online through Ed2Go
iPhone Photography Basics
Discover the ins and outs of creating incredible photos with your iPhone. This class will teach you how to use your iPhone camera more effectively using basic composition skills and exposure control. Learn about image editing and apps that can add that extra something to make your images stand out. You'll likely discover things you never knew about your iPhone camera, and be inspired to create images that you'll love!
Monday, May 6, 2024, CHLAB 207
Monday, May 6, 2024, CHLAB 207
Macramé: Let's Get Knotty!
Macramé is making a comeback! Macramé is an easy method for crafting textile pieces that can be both functional and beautiful. In this class, join crafter Melanie Bills and get started with macramé! During class, you will make a macramé plant hanger that will look great in your home! All supplies provided, and no experience necessary.
This course contains no sessions at this time.
This course contains no sessions at this time.
Mastering Digital Photography: Photographing People Online Course
Become a skilled photographer when it comes to taking beautiful pictures of adults, children, or babies. This course will help you discover the best way to shoot faces, fix common close-up problems, and use digital photo editing techniques to retouch your photos.
This course contains no sessions at this time.
Click here to register online through Ed2Go
This course contains no sessions at this time.
Click here to register online through Ed2Go
MUS 101: Music Fundamentals
This course presents the fundamentals of music making, including notation of pitch, rhythm, music terminology, scales, key signatures, intervals, and chord spelling. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.
April 1, 2024 to June 12, 2024, RTEC 136
April 1, 2024 to June 12, 2024, RTEC 136
MUS 119: Music Technology-MIDI/Audio II
Provides hands-on instruction in advanced techniques of music technology in a MIDI/audio studio. Covers advanced applications of synthesizers, professional sound recording/editing software, MIDI networking, MIDI sequencing, digital effects, and both analog and digital mixing and mastering. Provides experience in syncing sound and music to digital videos. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.
April 2, 2024 to June 13, 2024, OCH 0202
April 2, 2024 to June 13, 2024, OCH 0202
MUS 170: Scoring Music for Media I
Provides terminology and skills for sound design, analyzing and writing basic music scores, and spotting cues for film/video/game music. Create unique sound scores using industry standard software for various media through practical, hands-on activities, including sound recording, editing and mixing, audio manipulation, and electronic synthesis. There is no textbook for this course. However, an external hard drive will be required to store projects; 250 GB would be a good minimum size since audio and video files are generally quite large. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.
April 2, 2024 to June 13, 2024, OCH 0202
April 2, 2024 to June 13, 2024, OCH 0202
Oil Painting: Animal Portrait
Discover the fundamental steps necessary to paint realistic animal portraits using classical oil painting techniques. This course will introduce students to best practices for oil painting and provide fundamental drawing skills needed to capture the "likeness" and realistically recreate a 3-dimensional form on canvas.
May 7-28, 2024, BEC 0152
May 7-28, 2024, BEC 0152
Perspective Drawing Simplified 1
It's fun and easy to learn two-point perspective with this step-by-step method. Perspective gives objects like houses, barns, office building, fences, etc. the appearance of going back in space in two directions which give depth and distance. A pencil is used for this technique which adds realism to your projects. This also teaches the use of measuring exact proportions. Perspective Drawing Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required. Take the series of three, or register for any of the single sessions.
Saturday, April 27, 2024, RDM1 105
Saturday, April 27, 2024, RDM1 105
Perspective Drawing Simplified 2
It is better to learn one-point perspective after taking Perspective Simplified 1 because it makes the concepts easier to understand. This technique relies more on horizontals, verticals, and different points of view. All skill levels are welcome. Pencil or ink techniques will add to the interest of your two finished projects. All skill levels are welcome. All materials are provided. Perspective Drawing Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required. Take the series of three, or register for any of the single sessions.
Saturday, May 4, 2024, RDM1 105
Saturday, May 4, 2024, RDM1 105
Perspective Drawing Simplified 3
This exciting class teaches you how to put one-point and two-point perspective into one finished drawing using pencil, ink, or colored pencils. Subjects you choose can be outdoor buildings and landscape, cityscapes, or interior rooms. Perspective Drawing Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required. Take the series of three, or register for any of the single sessions.
Saturday, May 11, 2024, RDM1 105
Saturday, May 11, 2024, RDM1 105
Perspective Drawing Simplified Full Series
It's fun and easy to learn one and two-point perspective drawing with this step-by-step method. Perspective gives objects like houses, barns, office building, fences, etc. the appearance of going back in space in two directions which give depth and distance. A pencil is used for this technique which adds realism to your projects. This also teaches the use of measuring exact proportions. Perspective Drawing Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required. Take the series of three, or register for any of the single sessions.
April 27, 2024 to May 11, 2024, RDM1 105
April 27, 2024 to May 11, 2024, RDM1 105
Photography Jumpstart
Dive in to the world of digital photography. Learn how to capture a beautiful image and use simple photo editing techniques to create a final product. Course includes an overview of basic camera controls as well as post-processing techniques.
Saturday, May 18, 2024, RDM1 105
Saturday, May 18, 2024, RDM1 105
Pottery
Students will learn various techniques of working with clay through demonstrations and specific projects. Those with prior clay experience will review techniques and expand their skill level in both wheel throwing and hand building. Because there is a wide range of skill level and technique focus among students, emphasis will be placed on individual development and one-on-one attention, particularly for beginners. Materials are required for this course.
April 2, 2024 to May 21, 2024, PEN 0226
April 4, 2024 to May 23, 2024, PEN 0226
April 2, 2024 to May 21, 2024, PEN 0226
April 4, 2024 to May 23, 2024, PEN 0226
Pour it on! Discover Acrylic Pouring
Discover the art of skillful adult finger-painting! Acrylic pouring is a method of painting that is brush-free, and uses gravity to spread fluid color on just about any surface. Acrylic pouring is easy, fun, and relaxing when you know what you're doing. By the end of the class, you will have completed 3-4 acrylic pouring paintings of various sizes. Even if you think you're not an artist, this class is for you! All supplies provided, and no experience necessary.
Saturday, June 8, 2024, CHLAB 207
Saturday, June 8, 2024, CHLAB 207
Printed Photo Organization 101
Join professional organizer and photo coach Debbie Bauman in this interactive course focused on sorting and organizing printed photos. This is a great course for those who are overwhelmed with how to start organizing their boxes, bins, and bags of printed photos and outdated media.
May 7-14, 2024, CHLAB 301
May 7-14, 2024, CHLAB 301
Redmond Community Choir
Redmond Community Choir provides an opportunity for amateur singers to participate in a musically enriching choral singing experience. This non-auditioned ensemble will learn and perform a wide variety of musical styles and genres including classical, pop, sacred, jazz, and spiritual. The course will culminate with a concert performance at the end of the term. All experience levels are welcome. Bring $20 (cash or check) for a music rental fee to the first class session.
This course contains no sessions at this time.
Add your name to our Redmond Community Choir Interest List.
This course contains no sessions at this time.
Add your name to our Redmond Community Choir Interest List.
Watercolor Simplified 1
Learn the simplicity and the joy of watercolor for all levels of experience. Discover simple techniques to create three small paintings with the use of ink to accent and define shapes. These techniques are easy and fun with step-by-step instruction. All materials are provided. Watercolor series builds on techniques and experience. Take the series of three, or register for any of the single sessions.
Saturday, April 6, 2024, BEC 0152
Saturday, May 18, 2024, PRI 119
Saturday, April 6, 2024, BEC 0152
Saturday, May 18, 2024, PRI 119
Watercolor Simplified 1
Learn the simplicity and the joy of watercolor for all levels of experience. Discover simple techniques to create three small paintings with the use of ink to accent and define shapes. These techniques are easy and fun with step-by-step instruction.
This course contains no sessions at this time.
This course contains no sessions at this time.
Watercolor Simplified 2
Discover more watercolor techniques in the second class to create texture and depth in your paintings using salt, plastic wrap, spray bottles, and masking fluid. No experience is required for the two projects. All materials are provided. Watercolor Simplified Series should be taken in order. All materials are provided. Watercolor series builds on techniques and experience. Take the series of three, or register for any of the single sessions.
Saturday, April 13, 2024, BEC 0152
Saturday, May 18, 2024, PRI 119
Saturday, April 13, 2024, BEC 0152
Saturday, May 18, 2024, PRI 119
Watercolor Simplified 3
Using the techniques learned in Watercolor Simplified I and 2, you will discover how value and blending are key elements in giving depth and volume to a finished painting. Students will complete a painting 8 by 10, 9 by 12, or 11 by 15 inches. All materials are provided. Watercolor Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required. Take the series together, or register for any of the single sessions.
Saturday, April 20, 2024, BEC 0152
Saturday, April 20, 2024, BEC 0152
Watercolor Simplified Full Series
Learn the simplicity and the joy of watercolor for all levels of experience. Discover simple techniques to create small paintings with the use of ink to accent and define shapes. These techniques are easy and fun with step-by-step instruction. All materials are provided. Watercolor Simplified series builds on techniques and experience. It is recommended the series be taken in order, but not required. Take the series together, or register for any of the single sessions.
April 6-20, 2024, BEC 0152
Saturday, May 18, 2024, PRI 119
April 6-20, 2024, BEC 0152
Saturday, May 18, 2024, PRI 119
Write Your Name using Mayan Glyphs
Pedro Parra aka "Can Ek"(black snake in Yucatecan Maya) was born in Jo',Yucatán. He is a Mayan artist, musician, photographer, and designer. In this session, you will spend two hours learning the art of writing your name using Mayan glyphs
Wednesday, June 26, 2024, RDM1 142
Wednesday, June 26, 2024, RDM1 142