Courses

Interior Design Basics

Our all-new course will provide an introduction to the fundamental principles and elements of interior design. Students will explore the creative and technical aspects of interior design, gaining the basic concepts necessary to create functional and aesthetically pleasing interior space. Throughout the course, students will learn about color theory, lighting design, furniture selection, material selection, and decorative elements. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how these elements work together to create cohesive and harmonious interiors.

September 15, 2025 to October 6, 2025, Online Course

Introduction to Feng Shui - NEW!

Learn the foundational principles of Feng Shui and how to create a space that nurtures your wellbeing, energy, and goals.

October 27, 2025 to November 17, 2025, Online Course

Introduction to Photography

Learn how to take better photos, regardless of the type of camera. Topics such as composition, lighting, and exposure will be discussed in order to gain a better understanding of photography.

September 24, 2025 to October 29, 2025, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 209

Intro to Photoshop®

Learn to edit your own photographs to get rid of dust and scratches, fix the color, correct image exposure, colorize parts of an image, and how to create simple digital paintings.

December 31, 2025 to February 4, 2026, Online Course

Intro to Illustrator®

Learn the powerful tools of Adobe Illustrator® CC, the industry standard vector drawing and illustration program. From creating line art and logos to graphic layouts and finished illustrations, this course will cover the fundamental tools needed to use this program productively.

December 31, 2025 to February 4, 2026, Online Course

Intro to InDesign®

Learn how to use Adobe InDesign® CC software to create professional-quality letterhead, brochures, forms, eBooks, business materials and more. This course uses hands-on exercises and expert instruction to help you discover how the program features relate to producing actual usable documents.

December 31, 2025 to February 4, 2026, Online Course

Ceramics: Soda-Fired Pottery

Please note that this course has been canceled and will no longer be offered through our department. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

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Ceramics: Glaze Testing and Pottery Making

Please note that this course has been canceled and will no longer be offered through our department. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

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Fine Art Photography - NEW!

In this course we will examine the use of photography as an art form and participants will be encouraged to create images that are suitable for display as an artistic expression of ideas and themes.

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Fundamentals of Portrait Photography

Portrait photography is an excellent skill to cultivate. Whether you just want to take better photos of your family or want to build on your portrait portfolio, learn how to create exceptional portraits using poses and lighting that emphasize your subjects' character and features.

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Advanced Photography: Creativity and Storytelling

Learn techniques and ideas that will enable you to grow as a creative photographer and visual storyteller. Prerequisite: Students should have a basic understanding of photography fundamentals before taking this course.

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Fiber Arts

Participants will learn how to create works of art using embroidery and needle felting.

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Fiber Arts II - NEW!

Students will practice felting, both wet and needle-based, embroidery, fabric collage, and hand weaving.

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Polymer Clay Jewelry: Earrings for Beginners - NEW!

Students will learn how to craft and design polymer clay earrings.

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Watercolor Painting and Collage

Participants will learn to create works of art using watercolor paints and collage techniques.

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