Art & Creativity   

Learn the basics of garment construction using commercial patterns as the basis for your creations. This course covers how to take accurate measurements, safely cut fabric, and make basic alterations. Students may choose to make their own clothing or just learn how to alter ready-made so that they fit better. Beginner and novice costume makers will benefit from learning how to read garment pattern instructions, as well as choosing the right materials for their sewing projects. Students are expected to bring a working sewing machine with straight stitch, zigzag stitch and buttonhole making capability. Request a supply list by emailing CE-Quesions@pierce.ctc.edu prior to start of class.

This class is held at the Puyallup campus.

Explore your creativity with acrylic paint. This course is for all levels of art education experience. Learn about composition, depth perception and how to mix colors. Students will paint with acrylic and create something that is uniquely their own on canvas. Request a supply list by emailing CE-Quesions@pierce.ctc.edu prior to start of class.

This class is held at the Puyallup campus.

Are you interested in writing stories, but don’t know where to start? Published author and creative  writing instructor Lindsay Schopfer offers an informative introduction to the world of writing. Students will learn everything they need to know to get started in their craft, including how to structure a story, how to show a scene instead of telling it, and how to avoid writer’s block. Note: this course is particularly useful for young writers and other first-timers.

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This class is held at the Puyallup campus.

Unleash your creativity with the Cricut! From setup to operation, explore the Cricut's key features and get hands-on experience with Cricut Design Space software, materials and tools.  And best of all, you'll test your newly acquired skills by creating your very own personalized decal!  No prior experience is needed.  You will want to bring your machine (no Cricut Joys or cartridge machines), cutting mat, laptop or tablet (no phones) for Design Space and a weeding tool.  Bring your own permanent vinyl if you’d like but multiple colors of vinyl will be available. $7 supply fee due to instructor at the start of class. Register early, this class fills quickly!

This class is held at the Puyallup campus.

Unleash your creativity with the Cricut! From setup to operation, explore the Cricut's key features and get hands-on experience with Cricut Design Space software, materials and tools.  And best of all, you'll test your newly acquired skills by creating your very own personalized decal!  No prior experience is needed.  You will want to bring your machine (no Cricut Joys or cartridge machines), cutting mat, laptop or tablet (no phones) for Design Space and a weeding tool.  Bring your own permanent vinyl if you’d like but multiple colors of vinyl will be available. $7 supply fee due to instructor at the start of class. Register early, this class fills quickly!

This class is held at the Puyallup campus.

Nearly every story is made up of different types of scenes, each one requiring a different skill set from the author to write effectively. Writers of all genres will benefit from this four-part course designed to teach students the unique benefits and requirements for each type of scene. Subjects covered will include setting and character description, dialogue, internal monologue, and action.

This class is held at the Puyallup campus.

Fantasy and science fiction are two of the most popular genres in our media, but writing and selling these types of stories can sometimes feel impossible. This course is designed to help speculative fiction authors create and sell their books to readers that will become longtime fans. Students will learn the importance of sub-genre, how to world-build effectively, and how to market a fantasy or sci-fi story.

A story's strength is often measured by its characters. Good characters resonate with the reader and create lifelong fans. In this course, students will learn how to write empathetic heroes, believable villains, interesting side-characters, and colorful bit-players. Students will also explore how to balance character arcs across a story and ensure every character feels authentic to their role. By the end of the course, writers will have the tools to bring their stories to life through unforgettable characters.

This class is held at the Puyallup campus.