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Experience Walla Walla Valley history through a photographer's eye! Join Joanna Lanning (Cemetery historian) and Kathy McConnell (photographer) for an enjoyable outing at the beloved Mountain View Cemetery. Joanna will guide the group to her favorite unique and artistic headstones, where you will learn fascinating stories about the people who helped shape our valley. Along the way, Kathy will give tips for taking and editing photos - helping you make the most of your opportunity to capture splendid snapshots of these gorgeous grave markers.

Smartphone photo quality is well beyond the capacity of your childhood Brownie film camera. Join this class to learn how to use your iPhone or Android smartphone to “see” interesting photo opportunities and discover your phone’s simple but marvelous editing tools. The class will include PowerPoint presentations, shared work, and collaborative discovery. 

Step into a world where art history and cats collide in the most delightful way possible! Through engaging lectures, discussions, and hands-on painting sessions, unravel the mysteries of Modern Art movements while embodying the spirit of each artist through cat-inspired creations. By the end, you'll not only have a deeper appreciation for art history but also a collection of purr-fectly unique artworks.