Creative Arts   

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

Explore this popular art form that is an easy-to-learn and relaxing method of drawing structured patterns. Anyone who thinks s/he is a “nonartist” can learn! Certified Zentangle Teacher, Arlene Mindus, will guide you in teaching techniques and creating hand-drawn patterns into art. The Zentangle Method® develops focus and creativity, hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, following step-bystep directions, and problem-solving techniques.

This class is being offered in conjunction with the exhibit at LACMA, “Realms of the Dharma”, on view through July 12th.

Starting with some basic questions: Who was the Buddha? What is Buddhism? We’ll then move on to the origins of Buddhist art in India and examine how Buddhism and the visual image of the Buddha adapted to new cultures as it was transmitted throughout Asia (the Himalayas, Central Asia, China, Korea, Japan, SE Asia). Objects on view at LACMA will be supplemented with objects, sculpture, painting and architecture from other museums and archaeological sites.

Finally, we may attempt to answer how Buddhist thought and practice are reflected in the art

“Drawing for All - Beginning” is a great introductory or refresher course. In this course we cover the Elements and Principles of Art. You will learn basic skills and techniques as a beginning artist or sharpen your skills. “Drawing for All” will teach basics and allow you time to hone skills.
See below or Contact Valerie for the list of materials needed.
*Sketchbook: preferably one that lays flat. Last semester we found that the spiral binding interfered with ruler usage. *pencils:2B,4B,6B *erasers: magic rub, and kneaded rubber *charcoal: vine charcoal is thin little sticks, compressed charcoal are 3” long rectangles *gloves or paper towels, baby wipes etc. You’re going to get dirty *graphite sticks if you have them. No need to go buy them. *sharpeners *ruler *color pencils: prismacolor, crayola, prang work better than rose art, bazic *crayons: crayola, prang work better than rose art, bazic *markers: water based crayola, prang or any brand. This is good for starting basics. We'll add more as we get going. If you see something you want to try, pick it up and we'll play with it
These stores have a variety of art supplies, pencils, paints, brushes, papers, etc.
Daiso: 1926 N. Lakewood Blvd. LB 90815
Five Below: 5545 Stearns St. LB, 90815

Have you admired a piece of jewelry and wanted it to match your colors? Have you wanted to explore a new medium and have art you can wear? If so, this class is for you! We will learn a variety of techniques including how to create the perfect necklace and unique jewelry pieces.

Belinda is a fiber artist by training and has been studied jewelry making for over 20 years. She enjoys creating jewelry from various / inexpensive objects.

Would you like to take on an advanced knitting project with others who share your love of the art? Bring your desired pattern and materials and we will work through your project together in a friendly instructor-guided environment. Seeing others’ projects and successes will inspire students to blossom.

This class is for “beyond beginners” only.

THIS CLASS IS FULL.

Create art pieces using a variety of art supplies and other materials.

Join an introductory course to understand the music language and learn how to read and perform rhythms and pitches, chords, circle of fifths.

Materials: $5.00 for printed pages; a three-ring binder or folder and pencil with eraser.

This workshop offers an opportunity to improve your watercolor painting focusing on fundamental elements such as colors, value patterns, perspectives, and composition. It is intended for students who have experience with watercolors. Bring your own materials and reference photos. Mike gives lessons from 10:00 - 12:00, but all students contribute to the class by sharing experience, feedback and critiquing each other’s work. Students decide on their own hours to work independently or with lessons.