Art & Creativity   

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.

This class is held at the Puyallup campus.

Capture the beauty and charm of birds in this engaging 3-hour watercolor workshop. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, this class will guide you through the process of creating expressive and colorful bird portraits. Learn essential watercolor techniques, including layering, blending, and adding intricate details like feathers and textures. With step-by-step guidance, you'll explore how to bring your bird paintings to life, focusing on their unique shapes, colors, and personalities. Contact CE-Questions@pierce.ctc.edu for a supply list prior to class start.

This class is held at the Puyallup campus.

Unleash your creativity in this 3-hour watercolor workshop as you paint loose, expressive flowers in a vase. Perfect for beginners and seasoned painters alike, this workshop focuses on capturing the beauty of floral arrangements with a relaxed, impressionistic approach. You'll learn essential watercolor techniques such as color mixing, layering, and creating soft, flowing shapes to bring your vase of blooms to life. Guided step-by-step by an experienced instructor, you'll create your own stunning floral painting to take home and enjoy. Request a supply list be emailing ce-questions@pierce.ctc.edu.

This class is held at the Puyallup campus.

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.

Unlock your creativity and explore the world of visual expression in our "Drawing Fundamentals" class. This course is designed for beginners and aspiring artists who want to develop fundamental drawing skills and unleash their artistic potential. You will learn the foundations of drawing, sketching techniques, understanding proportions and other concepts. Request a supply list be emailing ce-questions@pierce.ctc.edu.

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.

Every draft of a novel can be more than just another version of the manuscript. It can be an ongoing evolution that keeps improving with each stage until the work is finally the best version of itself. Writers in all stages of production will benefit from this detailed and engaging look at the writing and revision process. Participants in this course will learn what they should focus on for each draft, techniques for effective editing, and how to complete that book that never seems to be good enough.

This class is held at the Puyallup campus.

Celebrate the vibrant colors of spring in this engaging watercolor class! Perfect for all skill levels, this course will guide you through the techniques needed to create beautiful spring-inspired artwork. From blooming flowers and lush greenery to charming seasonal scenes, you’ll explore the artistry of watercolor while capturing the essence of springtime. You will learn essential watercolor techniques, including color blending, layering, and adding delicate details, all in a relaxed and supportive environment. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this class offers the perfect opportunity to embrace your creativity and welcome the season with your own stunning creations.Contact CE-Questions@pierce.ctc.edu for a supply list prior to the start of class.

This class is held at the Puyallup campus.