Arts - Spring

Which Term? When registering online, you need to know which term your class is in. Here is how to tell: Spring classes have a -0 in the course code (e.g., ART C79-04). Summer classes have a -3 in the course code (e.g., ART C79-31). In addition, Spring CRN numbers begin with 4, (e.g., CRN 42081). Summer CRN numbers begin with 5 (e.g., CRN 50543). Please do not  put two terms on the same registration form! e.g: Spring and Summer.

Art - Studio
Crafts
Music
Photography

Art - Studio

DRAWING FOUNDATIONS (MULTILEVEL)    Fee: $135
This class will introduce basic concepts and fundamental drawing skills. Each week will begin with a short lecture and discussion followed by demonstration and practice time. Designed for all levels—no experience necessary.
ART S16-01, ETHS, 6 Thu., 1/12, 6:30-8:30 pm, Hicke - CRN 40604

DRAWING STUDIO: LEVEL 1    Fee: $150
Beginning instruction in basic drawing media. Still life and figurative study, including life drawing, also are presented.
ART B02-01, NILES N, 8 Wed., 1/25, 7-9:30 pm, Kantz - CRN 40230
ART B02-02, NILES N, 8 Wed., 4/11, 7-9:30 pm, Kantz -  CRN 40231
 
DRAWING STUDIO: LEVELS 1 AND 2    Fee: $160
For beginners or those wish to review the fundamental practices of drawing.
ART B01-01, NILES N, 7 Mon., 1/30, 7-10 pm, Pomerantz - CRN 40123
ART B01-02, NILES N, 7 Mon., 4/9, 7-10 pm, Pomerantz - CRN 40124

DRAWING AND WATERCOLOR PAINTING    Fee: $150
Use color and form compositions to build confidence in your painting skills.
ART C19-01, OC/DP, 8 Tue., 1/31, 7-9:30 pm, Nelson  - CRN 40249

3-D DRAWING (MULTILEVEL)    Fee: $135
Add depth and dimension to sketches and draw more complex subjects with 3-D drawing! This class will review drawing objects based on invention, observation, and memory using simple geometric forms to convey solidity.
ART S15-01, ETHS, 6 Tue., 2/28, 6:30-8:30 pm, Hicke - CRN 40602

WATERCOLOR THEORY    Fee: $135
Learn how to incorporate outstanding color in your watercolors. This course will help students simplify and tune their color sense, surveying the color spectrum and its expression in water-based painting. Learn transparent wash and opaque tones, basic theory, and color psychology.
ART B17-01, ETHS, 6 Thu., 4/19, 6:30-8:30 pm, Hicke - CRN 40470

BEGINNING PEN, BRUSH, AND
INK ILLUSTRATION                        Fee: $135
Enter the sparkling world of India ink. Learn the basics of brush control, hatch, and cross-hatch as you combine soft lush lines with the crisp strokes of the steel nib for endless design variations.
ART E76-01, ETHS, 6 Thu., 2/23, 6:30-8:30 pm, Hicke - CRN 40605

PAINTING WITH PASTELS    Fee: $150
Bring the following materials: a small pastel set (a few basic colors) and pastel papers or rough boards (16”x20” or larger). No class 3/27.
ART B34-01, GLBRK S, 8 Tue., 3/6, 7-9:30 pm Kantz - CRN 40246

PAINTING WITH OIL           Fee: $175
Work with oil using still life, portraits and figures. Learn color, composition and values. Supplies: Palette knife, palette cups, qt. mineral spirits, bristle filberts #2, 4, 6 and 8, canvas panel (14x18 or 16x20). The following paint colors: ivory black, burnt sienna, raw sienna, alizarin crimson, cadmium red (lt or med) cadmium orange, cadmium yellow light, viridian, ultra marine blue, titanium white.
ART C15-01, GLPD, 8 Mon., 3/5, 6-9 pm, Kantz  - CRN 40248

CHARACTER DESIGN 101    Fee: $135
From film and television to comic books and videogames, science fiction and fantasy characters are everywhere! This class will help you develop your own character and create “turn-around” model sheets, which display it from different angles.
ART C13-01, ETHS, 6 Tue., 1/17, 6:30-8:30 pm, Hicke - CRN 40601

CREATIVE ILLUSTRATION    Fee: $135
Explore methods and techniques used by top-flight commercial artists. Whether you’re interested in traditional illustration and drawing or digital design and Web media, this class will help turn your talent for sketching into successful visual communication. A list of needed supplies will be sent to registrants.
ART F14-01, ETHS, 6 Tue., 4/17, 6:30-8:30 pm, Hicke  - CRN 40603

STONE SCULPTURE WORKSHOPS:
ALL LEVELS                                           Fee: $175
Techniques, including hammer and chisel, rasps, files, sanding and polishing—end with a finished art piece. Materials fee of $100 is payable to instructor in class, includes alabaster stone, tools and work stand. Classes at the instructor’s studio, located at 2115 W. Touhy Ave., Chicago. No class 5/28.
ART T08-01, HART, 10 Mon., 4/9, 9:30 am-12:30 pm, Brower  - CRN 40147
ART T08-02, HART, 10 Wed., 4/11, 9:30 am-12:30 pm, Brower - CRN 40148

CERAMICS          Fee: $175
Study the foundations of ceramics. Learn and practice basic hand-building and pottery techniques. Small class allows individual attention while others complete projects. All skill levels are invited! Instructor is an accomplished artist whose work has been featured in a number of exhibitions and galleries. Low-fire clay, glazes, and class materials are included in the cost of tuition.
ART C06-01, MAINE E, 8 Tue., 1/24, 6:30-9:30 pm, Fehrenbach - CRN 40168
ART C06-02, MAINE E, 8 Thu., 1/26, 6:30-9:30 pm, Fehrenbach - CRN 40169
ART C06-03, MAINE E, 8 Tue., 4/3, 6:30-9:30 pm, Fehrenbach - CRN 40170
ART C06-04, MAINE E, 8 Thu., 4/5, 6:30-9:30 pm, Fehrenbach - CRN 40171

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Crafts

CREATING WITH MOSAICS    Fee: $150
Students are asked to bring rotary tile nippers and an appropriate item to mosaic, such as a 10-inch terra cotta flower pot, or item with a rigid surface. All other materials are provided.
ART C61-01, GLBRK S, 3 Tue., 2/7, 7-9:30 pm, Davis - CRN 40160
ART C61-02, MAINE E, 3 Thu., 4/12, 7-9:30 pm, Davis - CRN 40161

 BIJOU JEWELRY MAKING    Fee: $80
Learn the craft of making Bijou, a small, delicate, exquisite piece of jewelry. Use colorful polymer clay to create unique imitation gems and become acquainted with Mokume-Gane, faux finishing, and Mika Shift techniques. Explore every step in the jewelry-making process—modeling, shaping, painting, polishing, surface texturing, and baking—while working on your own bracelet, necklace, earrings, barrette, pin, or head band. Material fee of $20 is payable at the first session.
HEC B46-01, MAINE E, 4 Tue., 2/7, 7- 9 pm, Takeva - CRN 40014
HEC B46-02, MAINE E, 4 Tue., 5/1, 7-9 pm, Takeva - CRN 40016

CREATE YOUR OWN DESIGNER PHOTO ALBUM    Fee: $62
Create photo albums that really catch the eye! Learn how to print high-quality images and incorporate professionally-taken photographs into your design. Explore Photoshop techniques for creating fascinating page layouts and review publishing options.
ART B38-01, OC/SK, 2 Thu., 3/1, 6:30-9:30 pm, Simm - CRN 40038
ART B38-02, OC/DP, 2 Tue., 3/20, 6:30-9:30 pm, Simm - CRN 40039

 FASHION DESIGN:
SKETCHING AND PATTERN MAKING           Fee: $150
If fashion is your passion, take this course to develop your drawing skills and fashion illustration expertise. Design an original garment from first sketch to pattern. Explore techniques that professional designers use in constructing clothing, fitting and learn about fabric choices and pattern manipulation. Note: while not a sewing class, the instructor will provide advice about how to turn a pattern into a wearable piece. Material fee of $20 (does not include the cost of fabric) is payable at the first session. Course taught by Aneta Takeva, teacher, artist, and owner of Aneta Art Classes.
HEC B09-01, GLBRK S, 5 Tue., 3/13, 6:30-9:30 pm, Takeva - CRN 40015

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Music

Courses marked with an asterisk (*) may be taken as noncredit or credit classes. Different fees and requirements apply for the credit version of any course. For questions regarding a college credit class, contact Department Chair Glenna Sprague at 847-635-1905 or gsprague@oakton.edu.

JAZZ BAND*    Fee: $116
Course offers comprehensive and practical study of jazz band idiom. Involves performance with the award-winning Oakton Jazz Band; sectional and ensemble discussion and scheduled rehearsal of various jazz band works, along with public performance. Student compositions encouraged. Recommended: Two years of instruction on the instrument, experience in jazz ensemble performance and audition. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Note: Instructor will assess students’ level once the course has begun and place student in proper level course.
MUS S80-C01, OC/DP, 15 Mon., 1/23, 8-9:50 pm - CRN 40826
MUS S81-C01, OC/DP, 15 Mon., 1/23, 8-9:50 pm - CRN 40828
MUS S82-C01, OC/DP, 15 Mon., 1/23, 8-9:50 pm -  CRN 40830
MUS S83-C01, OC/DP, 15 Mon., 1/23, 8-9:50 pm  - CRN 40833

DRUM CIRCLE EXPERIENCE    Fee: $97
Learn basic playing techniques. Students can bring their own drums or use instruments provided by instructor. No experience necessary.
MUS B52-01, ETHS, 6 Tue., 4/17, 7-8:30 pm, Bass -  CRN 40141

BASIC BLUES HARMONICA         Fee: $69
Even if you’ve never played an instrument before, this class is an easy and fun way to get started. All you need is a 10-hole harmonica in the key of C (the most common type). If you have one, bring it to class. If not, one can be purchased in class for $8. No senior discount.
MUS C14-01, OC/SK, 2 Sat., 1/21, 6:30-8:30 pm, Landt  - CRN 40105
MUS C14-02, OC/SK, 2 Sat., 4/28, 6:30-8:30 pm, Landt  - CRN 40106
 
HAWAIIAN UKULELE LESSONS    Fee: $50
Learn how to play ukulele in the Hawaiian style. Participants will have the opportunity to perform with Oakton’s Hawaiian Music Ensemble. (Instruments will be provided, if necessary.)
MUS X11-01, OC/DP, 6 Thu., 4/5, 5:45-6:45 pm, Essig -  CRN 40426
 
HAWAIIAN UKULELE II         Fee: $50
Student will progress from the basic course with new chords strums and songs. The class will continue in the soft sweet music of “Old Hawaii” and will expand the musical and cultural experience of beautiful Hawaii.
MUS X15-01, OC/DP, 6 Wed., 4/4, 7-8 pm, Essig - CRN 40427

SING, SING, SING-CREATIVE VOCAL COACHING        Fee: $180
From pop to opera to rock, learn the vocal techniques, secrets and skills to take your voice where you want it to go. Call instructor, Eileen Berman, at 847-674-0035 to schedule private lessons.
MUS S25-01, OC/DP, 1/17, 8 Sessions, Berman - CRN 40424
MUS S25-02, OC/DP, 3/20, 8 Sessions, Berman - CRN 40425

INSTANT GUITAR FOR HOPELESSLY     Fee: $30
BUSY PEOPLE
You don’t need years of weekly lessons to learn guitar. In just a few hours, you can learn enough to give you years of musical enjoyment. How do we do it? While regular piano teachers teach note reading, piano professionals use chords. Any song, any style, any key. Required materials fee of $29 for the workbook and practice CD will be collected in class by the instructor. Pre-requisite: ability
to read the treble cleft. No senior discount.
MUS S29-01, OC/DP, 3/15, 6:30-9:30 pm, Coffman CRN 41484

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Photography

Courses marked with an asterisk (*) may be taken as noncredit or credit classes. Different fees and requirements apply for the credit version of any course. For questions regarding a college credit class, contact Berney Krule, graphic design chair, at 847.635.1830 or berney@oakton.edu.
     
HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY*    Fee: $273
Course presents visually oriented history of development of commercial and creative photography and photographic technology. Focus is on understanding how photography fits into past and present human experience and how photographer reflects self within social context of culture.
ATE E02-C01, OC/SK, 16 Mon/Wed., 1/18, 9:30 -10:45 am - CRN 40980

BEGINNING PHOTOGRAPHY*    Fee: $323
Explore the basics of film exposure, development and printing while studying the history and aesthetics of photography. Also covers the use of studio materials and lighting. Studio work outside of regular class time is required. Note: Students are expected to buy their own film and paper at a cost of approximately $100. Also, students may reserve a camera, tripod, or light meter from the College by paying a refundable deposit fee. (Deposits are retained when equipment is damaged or not returned by the specified due date.)
ATE E01-C01, OC/DP, 16 Mon/Wed., 1/18, 6:30-9:10 pm  - CRN 40978
ATE E01-C02, OC/DP, 16 Sat., 1/21, 9 am-2:20 pm - CRN 40979

INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOGRAPHY    Fee: $157
Learn about cameras, film, exposures, lighting filters, and the basics of black and white photography. Study composition, framing, and indoor vs. outdoor photography. Bring camera and instruction booklet (if available) to the first class. No class 3/28.
ART E02-01, NILES N, 7 Wed., 3/7, 7-9:30 pm, Duda - CRN 40258

BLACK AND WHITE PHOTO LAB    Fee: $169
Learn to print from your negatives using traditional methods. Assistance with 35mm camera provided. Beginner and advanced darkroom students with creative minds are welcome.
ART E05-01, GLBRK S, 8 Tue., 2/7, 7-9:30 pm, Mulloy -  CRN 40112
ART E05-02, GLBRK S, 8 Tue., 4/10, 7-9:30 pm, Mulloy -  CRN 40113
 
BLACK AND WHITE PHOTO LAB REFRESHER    Fee: $85
Refresh your darkroom skills developing and printing black and white photos.
ART C12-01, GLBRK S, 4 Tue., 1/10, 7-9:30 pm, Mulloy  - CRN 40114

CREATE YOUR OWN DESIGNER
PHOTO ALBUM                                        Fee: $62
Create photo albums that really catch the eye! Learn how to print high-quality images and incorporate professionally-taken photographs into your design. Explore Photoshop techniques for creating fascinating page layouts and review publishing options.
ART B38-01, OC/SK, 2 Thu., 3/1, 6:30-9:30 pm, Simm  - CRN 40038
ART B38-02, OC/DP, 2 Tue., 3/20, 6:30-9:30 pm, Simm -  CRN 40039
 
DIGITAL CAMERA BASICS    Fee: $25
Bring your digital camera and walk out of class two hours later knowing not just how to use it, but how to get the most out of it. You’ll learn the basics as well as some handy tips and tricks. No senior discount.
ART C79-05, GLPD, 1 Mon., 2/13, 7-9:30 pm, Duda - CRN 40647
ART C79-01, NILES N, 1 Wed., 2/22, 7-9:30 pm, Duda - CRN 40250
ART C79-02, GLBRK S, 1 Thu., 3/22, 7-9:30 pm, Duda -  CRN 40251
ART C79-03, MAINE E, 1 Tue., 4/24, 7-9:30 pm, Duda - CRN 40252
ART C79-04, MGPD, 1 Tue., 5/8, 7-9:30 pm, Duda -  CRN 40253
 
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY*    Fee: $348
This course provides an introduction to the potentials and realities of digital photography. Topics include fundamentals of photography and how they relate to digital imaging; basic electronic imaging principles; and scanning techniques. The digital darkroom is constructed and the software necessary to use in digital photography is explored.
ATE A04-C01, OC/SK, 16 Tue., 1/17, 5-10 pm - CRN 40973
ATE A04-C02, OC/SK, 16 Sat., 1/21, 9 am-2:20 pm - CRN 40975

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY    Fee: $140
Explore photo-taking techniques and improve the quality of your images. You will review the basics of your camera; discover better lighting techniques; enhance your use of aperture and shutter controls to achieve proper sharpness, exposure and color rendition, and work with digital imaging software to manipulate and improve your images.
ART C04-01, OC/DP, 6 Sun., 2/5, 12-3 pm, Duda - CRN 40247

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY                    Fee: $114
(ONLINE)                         In-district seniors: $75
Learn the latest technology in the world of the photographic arts. Course will cover the basics of digital photography, software, digital darkroom, printing, and Internet and e-mail applications. Requirement: Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
ART C04-300, 1/18-3/9 -  CRN 40337
ART C04-301, 2/15-4/6 - CRN 40338
ART C04-302, 3/21-5/11 -  CRN 40339
ART C04-303, 4/18-6/8 - CRN 40340

SECRETS OF BETTER PHOTOGRAPHY         Fee: $114
(ONLINE)                                   In-district seniors: $75
Designed for both film and digital photographers; learn the basic technology that all cameras use, and information on exposure and lighting. Explore strategies for taking excellent photos, including portraiture, landscape, macro and still. Requirements: A digital or film camera, e-mail, Internet access, Adobe Flash Player and Adobe Reader (download for free from www.adobe.com/downloads).
ART B87-300, 1/18-3/9 - CRN 40199
ART B87-301, 2/15-4/6 - CRN 40200
ART B87-302, 3/21-5/11-  CRN 40201
ART B87-303, 4/18-6/8 - CRN 40202
 
DIGITAL IMAGING*         Fee: $348
Course surveys production, manipulation and output of photographic images electronically. Students will use photographs to be digitized and put into a computer for manipulation, to create output of images to paper prints. Content includes aesthetics of photographic image manipulation in context of student work and historical perspective. Implication of photographic electronic imagery to legal, moral and social issues discussed and related to commercial and fine arts applications. Adobe Photoshop used as the main software. Recommended: Completion of Beginning Photography (ATE E01).
ATE A02-C01, OC/DP, 16 Mon/Wed., 1/18, 9:30 am-12:10 pm  - CRN 40965
ATE A02-C02, OC/DP, 16 Mon/Wed., 1/18, 6:30-9:10 pm  -CRN 40967

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PHOTOSHOP              Fee: $25
Designed to introduce the amateur photographer to the world of Photoshop. Image enhancement, layering, tools, levels, file size, and reading a histogram will be demonstrated. Proper camera exposure also will be discussed. No senior discount.
ART E01-01, OC/DP, 1 Mon., 3/19, 7-9:30 pm, Duda    CRN 40257

PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS FOR THE DIGITAL           Fee: $114
PHOTOGRAPHER (ONLINE)               In-district seniors: $75
Adobe’s Photoshop Elements provides the tools for quick fixes and detailed enhancement of any digital photograph. Designed for those with no image-editing experience. Requirements: Photoshop Elements version 7, 8, or 9.
ART C05-300, 1/18-3/9 - CRN 40341
ART C05-301, 2/15-4/6 - CRN 40345
ART C05-302, 3/21-5/11 - CRN 40346
ART C05-303, 4/18-6/8  - CRN 40347
 
 LANDSCAPE / WATER PHOTOGRAPHY          Fee: $62
Compose stunning landscapes and waterscapes by capturing the movement of water, the fragile beauty of reflections, and the vivid colors of nature. Class includes outdoor work during one session, as well as the opportunity to review images and discuss tools and techniques. Any camera may be used; however, best results will be achieved with a digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera with a manual setting.
ART B36-01, OC/DP, 2 Tue., 4/17, 6:30-9:30 pm, Simm - CRN 40036
ART B36-02, OC/DP, 2 Wed., 5/2, 6:30-9:30 pm, Simm  - CRN 40037
 
GARDEN PHOTOGRAPHY    Fee: $25
Flowers are great photo subjects—but they won’t wait indefinitely! How do you decide which light is best? From what angle should you shoot a flower? How do you add interest to a wide shot? Learn to create wonderful images, from close-up studies of individual flowers to charming shots of your whole garden. No senior discount.
ART E15-01, ETHS, 1 Thu., 4/19, 7-9 pm, Duda -  CRN 40259
ART E15-02, GLPD, 1 Mon., 4/23, 7-9 pm, Duda -  CRN 40650
ART E15-03, MGPD, 1 Wed., 5/9, 7-9 pm, Duda - CRN 40652

HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR                Fee: $25
WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
Learn how to choose a wedding photographer. What questions to ask, how to choose the style of the photographer, and what guarantees need to be in place. No senior discount.
ART E36-01, ETHS, 1 Thu., 2/16, 7-9 pm, Duda  - CRN 40262
ART E36-02, NILES N, 1 Mon., 5/7, 7-9 pm, Duda - CRN 40263

SELLING YOUR PHOTOGRAPHS         Fee: $25
Discover who buys photographs, how to sell your own work or secure a representative, how to set Fees, and the legal aspects of this venture. No senior discount.
ART E16-01, MAINE E, 1 Tue., 2/7, 7-9 pm, Duda - CRN 40260
ART E16-02, NILES N, 1 Mon., 4/16, 7-9 pm, Duda - CRN 40261

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