Hopkins Community Education - Adult / Arthttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/courses2024-03-28T03:59:27-05:00Oil Pastelhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13297/adult-winter-spring-2024/oil-pastel2024-03-26T08:00:00-05:00<p>Please join longtime art instructor Dave Zander for a fun, creative and informative class on the use of pastels and oil crayons in drawing. Mr. Zander is a 44 year vet with many, many years of receiving instruction at the U of M Studio Arts Department and dispensing instruction for the Chaska Public Schools. His class will feature some formal instruction, a look at great pastel works of the best such as Mary Cassatt and Edgar Degas, studio time and also simple, nonjudgmental, helpful critiques. </p><p>Please bring a subject for a drawing to the first class. The class will stress composition, balance, organization of picture space, value, color and texture.</p>Cast Auditions for Hopkins Community Theatre Presents - Julius Caesarhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13298/adult-summer-2024/cast-auditions-for-hopkins-community-theatre-presents-julius-caesar2024-03-11T00:00:00-05:00<p>Hopkins Community Theatre is thrilled to announce its first production Julius Caesar.</p><p>Here's what you need to know:</p><ul>
<li>Play: Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare</li>
<li>Rehearsals: Start the week of June 3rd, Mondays-Thursdays 6pm-8pm (with a break for the Fourth of July holiday)</li>
<li>Performances: July 19th, 20th, 26th, & 27th at 7:30pm in the High School Auditorium</li>
<li>Commitment Fee: $20 (for cast members only)</li>
</ul><p>No experience necessary! We welcome individuals of all backgrounds and skill levels to join this exciting journey. </p><p>About the Rehearsal Process:</p><p>This production is a significant time commitment that comes with community education course credit, and requires rehearsals 4-5 times per week. Rehearsals will be held Monday-Thursday 6-9PM. Not all actors will be called for every rehearsal, but participants will be expected to be available for each rehearsal unless they have listed it as a conflict. </p><p>Roles Available:</p><p>We welcome actors from high school age and up and all experience levels to audition - all roles are open. Whether you're a seasoned performer or new to the stage, we encourage you to come and audition for this exciting production.</p><p>About Auditions:</p><p>Be advised that you should arrive at least five minutes prior to your scheduled time to fill out necessary paperwork. If you cannot make these audition dates but would like to audition, email hopkinscommunitytheatre@gmail.com.</p><p>Auditions will be 10-minute individual calls. Actors are encouraged to prepare, or be familiar with, one classical monologue, 2-4 minutes long, fully. If you are unable to prepare a monologue, sides will be provided.</p><p>Sign Up for Auditions:</p><p>A confirmation for your registration will be sent after registration is completed. In that email will be a link to schedule your audition time. Contact hopkinscommunitytheatre@gmail.com with any additional questions.</p>Family Acrylic Pourhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13091/adult-summer-2024/family-acrylic-pour2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>This class is designed as a family friendly class for adults to register with their children. Pour painting is an innovative way to use acrylic paints to create a work of art. In this class you will learn the process of mixing acrylic paints with other mediums to give it a more fluid consistency so that it can be poured directly onto a canvas. Each pair of painters will get two 8 x 10 inch canvases to pour paint on. This is a great way to try this popular trend in painting without worrying about all the mess in your house. </p>Cricut for Beginnershttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13220/adult-summer-2024/cricut-for-beginners2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Have a Cricut machine but not sure how it works? Come learn the essential functions of this popular cutting tool. Leave class with a simple paper and vinyl project as well as the basic knowledge to start creating custom, professional-looking paper crafts embellished apparel, home décor, and more. $10 supply fee paid to instructor. Bring supplies listed online, if you have them. Otherwise, you can learn through instructor demonstration.</p><p><strong><u>Supply List:</u></strong></p><p>• Cricut machine, standard mat, accessories, and laptop, if you have them </p>Paint Like Henri Matissehttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13093/adult-summer-2024/paint-like-henri-matisse2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>In this class you will learn how to paint a Still Life in the style of the Post-Impressionist Henri Matisse. We will start class with a bit of history on him and his painting style of painting before creating your own masterpiece on an 8 x 10 inch canvas in acrylics following step by step instructions.</p>Paint Like Paul Gauguinhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13103/adult-summer-2024/paint-like-paul-gauguin2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Create a beautiful Tahitian landscape in the style of Paul Gauguin on an 8 x 10 inch canvas in acrylic paints. In this class you you will learn a bit of history about Gauguin as you paint in his bold style.</p>Paint Like Degashttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13102/adult-summer-2024/paint-like-degas2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>In this class you will be creating a painting of Degas Ballerinas on an 8 x 10 inch canvas. You will learn a bit of history about him and his style of painting as you follow step-by-step instructions to create your own masterpiece.</p>Alcohol Ink Painted Tilehttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13205/adult-summer-2024/alcohol-ink-painted-tile2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to make a flow art on 6x6 tile with Alcohol ink</p><p>Enjoy the vibrancy, flow and exciting moments of the Alcohol Ink</p>Bob Ross: Let's Paint Happy Little Treeshttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13094/adult-summer-2024/bob-ross-let-s-paint-happy-little-trees2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Bob Ross taught a technique that shows anyone can paint. This class will show you step by step how to create a beautiful painting. The class is 4 hours long and all supplies are provided. At the end of the class, you leave with a beautiful 12x16 oil painting anyone will be proud to display on their wall. Open to anyone ages 7+ (with an accompanied adult).</p>Pop Art Portraitshttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13095/adult-summer-2024/pop-art-portraits2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>This 2-hour workshop offers students a brief overview of Pop Art, followed by instruction and materials to draw and paint an 8" x 8" acrylic portrait of themselves, a loved one, or a pet that they can take home with them. Students submit a photo to the instructor prior to class, which is resized and printed out for them. All materials are provided by the instructor.</p><p>This class is open to adults and students who are 14+.</p>Cascading Plant Hangerhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13218/adult-summer-2024/cascading-plant-hanger2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Kick off the summer by creating a simple, yet eye-catching plant hanger that displays three natural or artificial plants. Hang it on a porch or shed or enjoy it in your home office or sunroom. A variety of subtle, colorful and whimsical canvas fabrics will be available for you to choose from. Basic sewing skills recommended. </p><p>Bring supplies listed below:</p><p>$25 supply fee paid to instructor on day of class.</p><p><strong><u>Supply List </u></strong></p><p>• Sewing machine -- Community Education has 4 sewing machines that can be shared if you do not have your own.</p><p>• All-purpose thread </p><p>• Fabric scissors or rotary cutter and mat </p><p>• Ruler </p><p>• Seam Ripper </p><p>• Universal sewing machine needle, size 14 or 16 </p><p>• Pins </p>Needle Felt Birdhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13092/adult-summer-2024/needle-felt-bird2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Create a sculptural bird out of wool roving. Learn to use felting needles, Core wool, and colorful felt batting to create a colorful little bird. Wool felting is a great hobby with many crafting possibilities.</p>Watercolor Unboundhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13096/adult-summer-2024/watercolor-unbound2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>This class will introduce fun new techniques that you can use to enliven your watercolor paintings. Designed for those with some experience using watercolors and want to take additional steps in their watercolor journey. Classes will include reference materials and step-by-step guidelines. A basic watercolor materials list is available online if needed.</p>Boho Baghttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13219/adult-summer-2024/boho-bag2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Make a lined crossbody bag that is versatile and comfortable to wear. This large capacity bag is great for carrying just about anything! Bring your enthusiasm and supplies listed online. Pattern will be available to use and can be purchased from instructor for $5. Basic sewing skills required.</p><p><strong><u>Supply List</u></strong></p><p>• Sewing machine - Community Education has 4 sewing machines available for students without to borrow during class.</p><li>Thread </li><li>2 yards woven fabric; cotton canvas preferred (1 yrd main and 1 yrd matching or contrasting lining) </li><li>Fabric scissors or rotary cutter and mat </li><li>Sharp pencil or fabric marking pen </li><li>Pins or fabric weights </li><li>Seam ripper </li>Oil Painting for Beginners and Beyondhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13208/adult-summer-2024/oil-painting-for-beginners-and-beyond2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>This class is designed for those wishing to learn or improve their skills through practical lessons in underpainting, fat-over-lean, glazing and color theory to name a few techniques. Each lesson will begin with a demonstration, students will then have time to work independently with guidance from the instructor.</p><p>A supply list will be given to students from the instructor on the first day at class. </p>Advanced Beginning Potteryhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13100/adult-summer-2024/advanced-beginning-pottery2024-02-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>For returning students to the program. This course is geared toward students who are interested in creating bodies of self-proposed work with support from an instructor. Students will be encouraged to develop a plan for their time in the studio and will be supported in fulfilling that plan throughout the session. Additionally, and per the class’ progress, more advanced wheel and handbuilding demonstrations will be provided. Attendance is important.</p>Photo Organization- Print & Digitalhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12713/adult-winter-spring-2024/photo-organization-print-digital2023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Imagine ALL your photos organized and in one place…permanently, safely and find any photo quickly…including old slides, movies and memorabilia. We’ll discuss scanners, digitizing old media, cloud storage, organization and photo restoration. Leave with options to access/share your memories!</p>Photography Field Shoot 2http://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12650/adult-winter-spring-2024/photography-field-shoot-22023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Continue to develop your field photo skills with a professional photographer. <em>Bring your own camera and film, either 35 mm or digital.</em></p>Beginning Watercolorhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12717/adult-winter-spring-2024/beginning-watercolor2023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Watercolor is a relatively easy and inexpensive way to get started as a painter. Geared toward those with no or little prior experience, we'll be learning color theory (values, mixing), special effects you can achieve, and the basics of paints and brushes. Preprinted watercolor paper templates will be provided by the instructor.</p>Glass Mosaic Table or Signhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12584/adult-winter-spring-2024/glass-mosaic-table-or-sign2023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Learn to design and mosaic a sign or table with beautiful precut glass, and stencils (if needed), in 2 fun evenings. The signs vary in size, and popular ideas include Welcome, address, state of MN. The second night is grouting and learning more about mosaics and supplies. </p><p>The table is 16” tall and the top is 16”x16” and is $70. </p><p>Signs are $16+.</p>Air Dry Clayhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/13206/adult-winter-spring-2024/air-dry-clay2023-12-01T00:00:00-06:00<p>This two-day workshop is open to ages 10+. No kiln, no wheel, just fun! Learn to make wonderful designs with air clay. In this workshop you will walk away with a trinket tray and a coaster to add a personal flare to your home decor. No prior experience is required. </p>Paint Like Georgia O'Keefehttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12657/adult-winter-spring-2024/paint-like-georgia-o-keefe2023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Paint Like Georgia O’Keeffe - (This will be a different image than last time)</p><p>In this class you will be creating an acrylic painting on an 8 x 10 inch canvas in the style of Georgia O'Keeffe. You will learn a bit of history about her and her style of painting as you follow step-by-step instructions to create your own masterpiece.</p>Bob Ross: Let's Paint Happy Little Treeshttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12761/adult-winter-spring-2024/bob-ross-let-s-paint-happy-little-trees2023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Bob Ross taught a technique that shows anyone can paint. This class will show you step by step how to create a beautiful painting. The class is 4 hours long and all supplies are provided. At the end of the class, you leave with a beautiful 12x16 oil painting anyone will be proud to display on their wall. Open to anyone ages 7+ (with an accompanied adult).</p><p> Friday April 5 - Snowy Morning, Saturday April 20 - Sunset Falls, Saturday May 11 - Mountain Lake</p>Open Pottery Studiohttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12681/adult-winter-spring-2024/open-pottery-studio—12023-12-01T11:00:00-06:00<p>If you are currently taking a pottery class through Hopkins Community Education, join us at Open Pottery Studio to work on a personal project or continue to work on your class projects. Hopkins Community Education pottery instructors supervise the open studio time, however, no instruction is provided. Open Pottery Studio fee does not include clay. Use the clay from your class or purchase additional clay from instructor for $40. </p><p>These sessions are open to current Hopkins Community Education pottery students.</p><p>No Drop In's will be accommodated - students must pre-register. Cost of open studio covers staff pay to oversee studio time. </p><p>*Students under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult.</p>Oil Paintinghttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12638/adult-winter-spring-2024/oil-painting—12023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Learn the time-honored tradition of oil painting in an encouraging and supportive atmosphere. Explore color, value, paint application, design and composition in this most forgiving medium. We will also look at the work of other artists for inspiration and techniques in art-making.</p><p>All levels are welcome, whether you are just starting out, continuing, or returning to oil paints.</p><p>Supply List (Note: Please purchase supplies no sooner than 5 days before class, in case of cancellation due to low enrollment)</p><p>Oil Colors-- Cadmium Yellow Medium Cadmium Red Light Alizarin Crimson Ultramarine Blue Thalo Blue Thalo Green Viridian Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Yellow Ochre Titanium White (large tube) Bristle Brushes Flat #8, Filbert #6, Round #2 Small container of Gamsol or other Odorless Mineral Spirits Container with lid for solvent Palette Knife with offset handle Palette -Masterson 12" x 16" with lid and paper liners Stretched Canvases--1 to 2 per class</p>The Art of Photographyhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12651/adult-winter-spring-2024/the-art-of-photography2023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Increase the artistic flair in your photography whether you use film or a digital camera. Learn to see and discover the visual and design elements that create better photos. Bring your own 35mm, digital, or even a disposable camera. Concentrate on the composition of your work as you take photos between and during classes.</p>Colorful Mosaic Garden Gazing Ballhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12603/adult-winter-spring-2024/colorful-mosaic-garden-gazing-ball2023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Using a bowling ball and glass/mirror, you will create a gazing ball to add some sparkle to your garden. Stencils and idea book are available during this 2 evening class. The first evening will be designing and working on your project (with some homework) while the second night is grouting and learning about mosaics. </p><p>*Please bring your own bowling ball. They are often found at thrift stores. All other supplies included in fee. </p>Landscape Oil Paintinghttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12663/adult-winter-spring-2024/landscape-oil-painting2023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Have you ever wanted to experience the joy of painting with oils but been afraid to try? Then this class is for you. You will create a beautiful landscape painting on an 8 x 10 inch canvas following step-by-step instructions all while learning about oil painting. All supplies are provided. Please bring a box to bring your painting home in at the end of class as oil paints remain wet for a long time.</p>The Natural Way To Draw With Colorhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12582/adult-winter-spring-2024/the-natural-way-to-draw-with-color2023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>This fun beginner oriented class incorporates right-brained drawing exercises including contour and gesture. We will draw from figures, nature, still life and photographs. Mediums will include pencil, charcoal, sketch crayon, chalk pastel, oil pastel, watercolor and colored pencil.</p><p> <strong style="background-color: initial;">Material List</strong><br>
</p><ul>
<li>One Ebony pencil</li>
<li>One 6B pencil</li>
<li>One 4B pencil</li>
<li>One kneaded eraser</li>
<li>One hand held metal pencil sharpener</li>
<li>One 11"x14" drawing pad</li>
<li>One 11"x14" newsprint pad</li>
<li>Vine (Willow) charcoal sticks-soft</li>
<li>Masking Tape 1/2"</li>
<li>Conte sketch crayons-four color set (black, brown, sanguine, white)</li>
<li>One 15"x16" sketch board (or slightly larger)</li>
<li>One small set of oil pastels</li>
<li>One small set of chalk pastels</li>
<li>One small set of watercolors with a brush</li>
<li>One small set of colored pencils.</li>
</ul><p> <br> *<strong><em>All sizes are approximate</em></strong> <em style="background-color: initial;"><strong>*Inexpensive student grade materials are sufficient</strong></em></p>Drawing Laboratoryhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12708/adult-winter-spring-2024/drawing-laboratory—12023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Build on established drawing skills with Jim as your guide. Expand abilities in creative problem solving, personal concept/content mining, and material qualities. Deepen understanding and practice of core skills as well as advanced traditional, non-traditional, and experimental techniques and uses of mediums. You will continue to create drawings and learn how to evaluate and talk about art in a positive environment.</p><p>Designed for students with understanding and practical fluency in the core skills of gesture, contour, proportion, and value.<br><br>This is a hybrid class- it is offered in-person with the option to take it virtually during the same dates and times.</p><p>$25 materials payable to instructor on first day of class. Covers basic materials.</p>Watercolor Journeyhttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12652/adult-winter-spring-2024/watercolor-journey2023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>This class is designed to advance your watercolor journey as you refresh and develop your skills. You will build confidence in mixing colors, creating textures and negative painting. Each class will include supplied reference materials and step-by-step guidelines through the painting process. A basic watercolor materials list is available online if needed.</p>Watercolor Workshop - Abstract Floralshttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12653/adult-winter-spring-2024/watercolor-workshop-abstract-florals2023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>In this workshop you will paint abstract florals bursting with light and energy. Using simplified flower shapes, repeating patterns and bright colors you will create your own unique piece. Compositional tips and image references will be provided with demonstrations of key steps in the process. Bring your regular watercolor supplies and see supply list for optional materials.</p>Beginning Drawinghttp://hopkins.ce.eleyo.com/course/12716/adult-winter-spring-2024/beginning-drawing2023-12-01T20:00:00-06:00<p>Drawing can be intimidating for beginners, but learning a few basic techniques can improve your skills and make drawing much more enjoyable. Utilizing the method outlined in "Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain," this no-pressure group setting will present such techniques as portraits, still life, perspective, shading, and measuring.</p>