ART, HISTORY & MUSIC
Backyard Astronomy (ART 001)
Join us in the Fujistu Planetarium where we will utilize the amazing state-of-the-art Infinium-S star projector to view the night sky. This enjoyable, non-technical course is for anyone who wants to learn how to identify stars, constellations, find north without a compass, locate the planets, understand the moon's phases or get a feeling for our place in the universe.
This class is for campers, backpackers, sailors and anyone else who wants to understand more about the ever-changing events that go on nightly over our heads.
Karl Von Ahnen
Fridays, October 9 & 16, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: De Anza College
Room: Fujitsu Planetarium
$65
Hot Topics in Astronomy (ART 002)
Our view of the universe is changing daily by leaps and bounds! Take this class and bring yourself up to date on several of the most exciting topics of today's astronomical research. Using the planetarium's high-tech equipment we'll review the basics of each topic, and discuss the current status.
Black Hole: The Monster of the Milky Way
The Case for Dark Energy - Exploding Stars & Our Expanding Universe
Planet Seekers
Exploring the NASA Gallery
This class assumes an interest but no previous background in astronomy, and is open to all students 12 and older.
Hot Topics in Astronomy Podcast
Michael Askins
Fridays, November 6 & 13, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Location: De Anza College
Room: Fujitsu Planetarium
$65
Healthy Harmonica (ART 003)
Breathing is our foundation when playing harmonica and for healthy, vibrant living. We will take the simplest of pop, folk and blues rhythms and melodies and invigorate them with simple but powerful breathing techniques to make any song deeply expressive! No previous musical ability is required - only a desire to have fun and feel more healthy and alive! Students will need a Major Diatonic Harmonica in the Key "C", available in class for $11 if you do not have one.
Dave Broida
Tuesday, October 27, 6:00pm-7:30pm
Location: Foothill College
Room: 3301
$30 (Additional $15 materials fee payable to the instructor during class)
Beginning Blues Harmonica (ART 004)
Beginning Blues Harmonica will get you jammin’ the blues immediately! Our emphasis will be on playing and having fun as you are introduced to many of the tricks and techniques to make the harmonica cry, laugh, wail and scream! No previous musical experience or harmonica training is required—only a love of the blues and the desire to play the harmonica! Students will need a “C” major diatonic harmonica. Instructor will have them available in class for $11 if you do not have one.
Dave Broida
Tuesday, October 27, 8:00pm-10:00pm
Location: Foothill College
Room: 3301
$49 (Additional $15 materials fee payable to instructor during class)
Open Painting Studio Sessions – Sunday Painters (ART 005 - 009)
Do you have an idea for a painting, but aren't sure how to paint it? Do you want to paint, but don't have the space? Enjoy the opportunity to work in a professional painting studio with other students and professional artists. Drop in class sessions with no formal instruction. Bring your own supplies and work in any painting medium. Professional critique provided at the conclusion of each session by Dr. Nancy Canter, Dean of Creative Arts at De Anza College.
Nancy has taught drawing and painting at the college level for over 25 years. Her paintings have appeared in many exhibitions and collections both public and private. Nancy has served on the Cupertino Fine Arts Commission for the last eight years and is a member of Watercolor West, College Art Association, and the Santa Clara Watercolor Society.
Nancy Canter
005: Sunday, October 4, 1:00pm-5:00pm
006: Sunday, October 11, 1:00pm-5:00pm
007: Sunday, October 18, 1:00pm-5:00pm
008: Sunday, October 25, 1:00pm-5:00pm
009: All (4) Sessions
Location: De Anza College
Room: A-52
005-008: $29 per individual session
009: $99 for all (4) sessions (discounted rate)
The One-Minute Drawing Class
(ART 010)
Drawing is easy when you learn one amazing secret. This class will provide a sequence of easy one-minute exercises that will teach you how to draw and enjoy it even with the busiest of schedules. During this day you will learn:
The greatest drawing secret in the world
How to sketch people in public places
Drawing exercises for children
Easy basic drawing techniques
How to draw from your imagination
Many choices of material will be presented on this day of hands-on exercises designed for fun. No matter what your skill or background, this class will have you drawing and loving it in a matter of minutes.
Robert Dvorak
Saturday, October 10, 9:00am-4:00pm
Location: De Anza College
Room: G-7
$89 (Additional $30 materials fee payable to the instructor)
The Magic of Watercolor (ART 011)
Anyone can paint watercolors when they know the magic of the medium! This class will teach you the secrets—everything from the foundation basics to more advanced techniques. You will learn how to:
Use different brush techniques
Mix color
Paint people, landscapes, trees, waterfalls, and other things
Take advantage of the white paper
Achieve luminous transparent washes
Whether you are traveling, vacationing, on a weekend outing, or painting in your home, you will easily be able to incorporate these skills. Beginners and more advanced students are welcome. Materials fee includes a watercolor block, Chinese watercolor brush, folding travel palette, 12 tubes of watercolors, handouts and other materials.
Robert Dvorak
Saturday, November 14, 9:00am-4:00pm
Location: De Anza College
Room: G-7
$89 (Additional $30 materials fee payable to the instructor)
Introduction to Acoustic Guitar: Beginning (ART 012)
Have you always wanted to play guitar? Did you once play guitar years ago? Well, if so, this class is designed for you. In this class you will learn the basics to guitar playing - strumming chords, playing riffs, finger picking and more. In this small class of only twenty students, the owner of The Guitarist, Rich Hawthorne, will provide you with LOTS of expert guidance and attention to make sure you are on your way to playing like a pro.
Don’t have a guitar? – No problem! The instructor will have guitars available to rent or purchase.
If you are interested in renting or purchasing a guitar, please contact instructor prior to the first day of class. 408-247-2684
Rich Hawthorne
Saturdays, Oct. 3 to Nov. 7, 4:00pm-5:00pm
Location: De Anza College
Room: A-31
$125 (Additional $20 materials fee for book and CD are payable to the instructor during class)
Best of the Roger Ebert Film Festival (ART 013)
In this course, we will re-create as closely as possible the experience of being at Roger Ebert’s film festival. Ebertfest just completed its 11th run in Roger’s hometown of Urbana, Illinois, where it is sponsored by the College of Media at the University of Illinois, Roger's alma mater. If you love independent films, especially those that haven’t enjoyed widespread distribution, and you admire Roger Ebert’s amazing contribution to the film appreciation of millions of people around the world, you will enjoy this class! Together we’ll watch some gems from recent Ebertfests, and after each film we will engage in the kind of lively discussion that takes place at the festival. The instructor, an Ebertfest staffer, will share some behind-the-scenes glimpses from this year’s festival as well as suggestions on how those who are interested might participate in next year’s Ebertfest.
Laurel Leone
Thursdays, Oct. 8 to Nov. 5, 7:00pm-9:30pm
Location: Foothill College
Room: 3203
$99
Build It With Wood! A Wood-Making Workshop (ART 014)
In this seven-week workshop, join fine artist and furniture designer, Anthony McCann, in this entry-level class in basic woodworking with emphasis on “how to do” small-scale projects. Class will cover shop safety, operation of woodworking machinery, hand tools, design, and plans. Over the course of each class, each session will cover a new technique with demonstrations on hand tools, discussion of materials, design considerations and limitations.
A fun, hands on experience for the “Do-It-Yourselfer” who needs instruction and a place to begin to complete that home woodworking project. Class will be limited to 15 students only.
Anthony McCann
Saturdays, Oct. 10 to Nov. 21, 1:00pm-5:00pm
Location: De Anza College
Room: A-72
$249
Professional Picture Matting Made Easy (ART 015)
Tired of spending hundred of dollars to mat your artwork or cherished family pictures? In this one-day workshop, you will work one-on-one with the instructor as you learn to cut beveled edge window mats like a pro. You’ll get advice on low-price framing and places to go to buy framing equipment. At the end of the workshop, you’ll walk away with two masterpieces you can hang on your wall or give as gifts! You’ll also learn the technique to create a perfect double matting.
Carine Soriano currently teaches picture matting classes at adult schools and community colleges throughout the Bay Area. If any enrolled student is interested in making a third project in class, students may contact the instructor by sending an e-mail to our office at shortcourses@fhda.edu.
Students should bring: (1) image 4 X 6 inches, (1) odd size image that can fit in an 8 X 10 frame, (2) wooden frames 8 X 10 inches, a pencil, eraser, old rag, and glass cleaner.
Carine Soriano
Saturday, October 10, 10:00am-4:00pm
Location: De Anza College
Room: G-4
$79 (Additional $20 materials fee payable to instructor during class)
An Evening with Leonardo da Vinci
(ART 016)
Join us on a Friday evening and learn how to see through Leonardo da Vinci’s eyes. Part theatre, part lecture, Leonardo is brought back to life through acting, audience participation, slides, and stories. He instructs you in creativity principles that form the core of his genius. This is your opportunity to meet DaVinci and discover what made him tick. Did you know he was the Steven Spielberg of the Renaissance? How did the Black Plague contribute to his creativity? What made his painting revolutionary? Would you believe he was a spy? Why did he frequent morgues? What made him think like a modern scientist? Mystery surrounds Leonardo. The Italian Renaissance was a time of dangerous intrigue, and prudent men did not divulge all their secrets. Now over five hundred years later, he is free to tell some of his stories. Bring pencils and a notebook.
This class will fill up quickly – enroll today!
Jim Wiltens
Friday, October 23, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Location: De Anza College
Room: FOR-1
$39
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