MORAINE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE 6 FALL AUGUST-DECEMBER 2024 morainevalley.edu/ccce PERSONAL ENRICHMENT morainevalley.edu/community-business Designed to enhance lives and foster positive connections, Personal Enrichment classes provide space for learning and creative exploration. These programs allow students to pursue interests and cultivate new talents in a supportive and engaging environment. .......................................... Art: Drawing and Painting Drawing for Beginners $72 If you can write your signature, you can learn how to draw. Bring a drawing tablet and drawing pencil. Materials not included. AR4-205-200 Tues, Sep 10-Oct 29, 7:00pm-9:00pm, 8Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. F159 Drawing Basics . Gain the ability to render any subject matter and use drawing mediums such as conte, charcoals, and pen and ink. Learn the three forms of drawing: gesture, contour and mass drawing. Covers composition, light, shadow arrangements and perspective. ................................ EC4-101-170 Mon, Aug 26-Nov 4, 1:00pm-3:00pm, 10Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. F159, $100 EC4-102-170 Mon, Nov 11-Dec 9, 1:00pm-3:00pm, 5Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. F159, $50 Oil Painting $70 Students will use the wet-on-wet oil painting technique made famous by Bill Alexander ........................................................................................ AR4-140-200 Wed, Oct 23, 6:00pm-9:00pm, 1 Day, Palos Hills, Rm. F260 AR4-140-201 Wed, Dec 4, 6:00pm-9:00pm, 1 Day, Palos Hills, Rm. F260 Watercolors . Learn to paint with watercolor using transparent pigment, color and design. Materials ......................... EC4-105-170 Mon, Aug 26-Nov 4, 10:00am-12:00pm, 10Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. F159, $100 EC4-106-170 Mon, Nov 11-Dec 9, 10:00am-12:00pm, 5Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. F159, $50 Art: Crafts and Ceramics Adirondack Pack Basket Weaving P $135 Walk away with your own weaved basket. In this workshop, participants begin with pre-cut spokes, weave the base, and then work up the sides. We will add a handle, a rim and a harness to your completed basket. All materials will be provided. CR4-437-270 Sat, Nov 16, 9:00am-5:00pm, 1 Day, Palos Hills, Rm. F159 .............................$65 Learn the basics of crocheting, how to read crochet patterns, and proper tool techniques while designing your own granny square blanket. CR4-264-200 Thur, Oct 3-Oct 17, 6:00pm-7:30pm, 3Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. M206 Crocheting: Scarf NEW $65 Learn the basics of crocheting, how to read crochet patterns, and proper tool techniques while designing your own winter scarf. CR4-293-200 Thur, Sep 12-Sep 26, 6:00pm-7:30pm, 3Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. M206 Natural Soap from Scratch P $55 This is a beginner’s class for anyone who has wanted to make natural soap but was afraid to. We will cover the fundamentals of making cold process soap, including various oil usages, safety precautions when dealing with lye, colorants, fragrances, curing, times, design techniques and more. All protective supplies are included; however, please dress comfortably with long sleeves and closed-toe shoes. CR4-278-270 Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am-12:00pm, 1 Day, Palos Hills, Rm. F159 Resin Cutting Board P $55 Create a resin inlay on a bamboo cutting board using quick set resin. Various types of resin will be discussed to better help you understand which type of resin to use for your project. Choose one of three designs for your inlay. Materials and supplies are included. CR4-294-270 Sat, Sep 28, 10:00am-12:00pm, 1 Day, Palos Hills, Rm. F159 Salla Bag P $115 These traditional Columbian Basin style baskets are made using natural resources and used in the wilderness for gathering purposes. Participants will make a twined salla bag using jute and wool, following a pattern that will be provided. All materials provided. CR4-438-270 Sat, Nov 2-Dec 7, 10:00am-2:00pm, 3Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. F159 Sewing/Tailoring & Pattern Making . $265 Learn from designer Eric W Stiles Sr., whose professional expertise ranges from Giorgio Armani to Polo Ralph Lauren. All are welcome to learn from an industry expert. Learn professional European and domestic designers’ skills and techniques. Register for both courses in one term to obtain the optimal sewing experience. No sewing or pattern-making experience is required. You must bring your sewing machine to class. A materials list will be provided prior to your class beginning. CR4-268-170 Thur, Sep 12-Oct 17, 10:00am-12:30pm, 6Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. M202 CR4-268-171 Thur, Oct 24-Dec 12, 10:00am-12:30pm, 6Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. M202 CR4-268-200 Thur, Sep 12-Oct 17, 6:00pm-8:30pm, 6Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. M202 CR4-268-201 Thur, Oct 24-Dec 12, 6:00pm-8:30pm, 6Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. M202 Stained Glass I P $160 ....................................................................................... techniques and give students a list of materials and tools to purchase (approximate cost $125). CR4-214-270 Sat, Sep 14-Nov 16, 12:30pm-3:00pm, 10Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. F164 .......-Making Using Metalworking $185 Design, sawing, polishing, soldering and bezel-setting techniques used to create jewelry. Tools used in class are furnished. Supply list provided at first class (approximate cost $100). AR4-445-270 Sat, Sep 21-Nov 23, 9:00am-12:00pm, 10Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. F164 ..........................$275 Learn techniques to make mugs, bowls and vases. Decorative hand-built accents, ...................................................................................... AR4-494-170 Thur, Sep 19-Nov 21, 10:30am-1:30pm, 10Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. F165 . AR4-494-200 Thur, Sep 19-Nov 21, 5:30pm-8:30pm, 10Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. F165 ........................$275 Learn techniques to make wheel-thrown and hand-built mugs, bowls and vases. Decorative hand-built accents, handles and glazing techniques are demonstrated. ..................................... AR4-496-170 Thur, Sep 19-Nov 21, 2:00pm-5:00pm, 10Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. F165 . AR4-496-270 Sat, Sep 21-Nov 23, 12:30pm-3:30pm, 10Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. F165 P Noncredit Schedule Key Course Title FEE EC4-105-170 Mon, Aug 27-Nov 5, 10:00am-12:00pm, 10Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. F159 COURSE CODE DAY(S), START DATE, TIME, WEEKS/DAYS, LOCATION, ROOM Locations: Online | Virtual | Palos Hills | Tinley Park | Blue Island NEW Indicates new course offerings this semester Indicates WIOA approved course or program ..Daytime Courses 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. P.Weekend Courses NOTICE: This schedule is published each semester for informational purposes and should not be regarded as an irrevocable contract between the student and the college. The college reserves the right to change, without notice, curriculum course structure and content, class times, fees and other charges, program requirements, and other matters within its control.
