Art
Abstracting the Figure
Draw and paint the human figure from various live models. Learn different techniques to train your eye, and become a better observer. Focus on portraits and full body images. Create various compositions by pulling shapes from the forms you see, allowing yourself to let go of what it is 'supposed to look like.' Study the colors of flesh and explore other unique worlds of color. Look to the past for inspiration from cave art to cubism, and other abstract painting. Produce tons of sketches and finished pieces. (24 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $75.00- Wed, Apr 23 - Jun 11, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- 223 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4014-330
Beaded Jewelry Workshop
Bored beading alone? Want people to bead with? Looking for inspiration and new ideas? Come on down. We'll be gathering to make jewelry, share books and ideas, and figure out how to make just about any beaded jewelry we can think of. Bring supplies the first night. (15 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Tue, Apr 22 - May 20, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 223 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4026-333 Class has been canceled - Updated Apr 28, 2008
Botanical Relief Prints 
This class will begin with drawing local plant life out of doors. The focus will be on close observation and depiction of botanical structures and details. Expressive use of line and balanced composition will be addressed. Next, drawings will be transferred to printing plates and carved with cutting tools. Prints will be inked and hand-printed in quantity editions for exchanging with other class members, making into greeting cards or other presentations, and creating a quilt-like botanical collage that will incorporate the prints of each class member. (4 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $35.00- Sat, Apr 26, 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
- 223 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4044-335
Collaged Objects
Using paper, lace, photos, ribbon, fabric, buttons and other found materials, you will create four collaged objects - a lampshade, a picture frame, a tray, and a vest. You will learn the art of collage and how to transfer collages to objects of your choice. Peggy Hester, Instructor. (15 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Tue, Mar 11 - Apr 08, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- 218B Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4030-112 Class has been canceled - Updated Mar 10, 2008
- Tue, Jun 03 - Jul 01, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- 218B Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4030-336
Creativity Exploration
Haven't had fun with art since Kindergarten? Do you test out ESTJ (Extraversion-Sensing-Thinking-Judging) on the Meyers Briggs Type Inventory? Want to silence the non-stop critic in your head that won't let you be satisfied with your creations? Come explore a variety of media, techniques and possibilities. Learn how to produce an artistic piece that will please you - painting, faux painting, rubberstamping, papermaking, art journaling and origami are some of the areas to be explored. Peggy Hester, Instructor. (18 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Tue, Apr 22 - May 27, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- 218B Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4004-338 Class has been canceled - Updated Apr 28, 2008
Drawing, Beginning
Focus will be placed on the study of line, shape, design, perspective, composition, and texture. Minimal drawing supplies needed. Paula Parker, Instructor. (30 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Tue, Apr 22 - Jun 24, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- 223 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4009-341
- Wed, Apr 23 - Jun 25, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 223 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4009-342
Nature's Notebook: Drawing in Pen and Ink
You will learn to illustrate the intricacies of a flower or capture the delicate essence of a fern frond tuning your powers of observation. By drawing and writing in your diary or sketchbook, you will learn more than any camera ever taught. Using the local landscape for inspiration, you will draw flowers, leaves, mosses and lichen. This class is appropriate for the beginning student as well as the accomplished artist. Materials needed for the course include a small sketching book (like Moleskine); an inexpensive spiral-bound sketchbook; a small, but inexpensive, set of watercolors; a few sketching pencils; a sketching pen (Rotring ArtPens are excellent); and a sketch-pad no larger than 12 x 16. Peter Loewer, Instructor. (24 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Date Change - Updated Mar 18, 2008
Thu, May 01 - Jun 19, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM - 223 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4024-349
Painting, Abstract
Explore the development of abstract art with a focus on Abstract Expressionism. Research and become inspired to paint in the styles of abstract artists throughout the ages. Create new work, drawing from within yourself as you combine and distort images. Bring a sketchbook and any related books to the first class. Emily Ellingsworth, Instructor. (24 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Wed, Apr 23 - Jun 11, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- 223 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4027-352
Painting, Studio/Advanced
This is the perfect place to join other painters while developing new skills working in the medium of your choice under the guidance of experienced artist, Paula Parker. You will work from photographs or still-life setups. Bring painting supplies to the first class. (30 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Mon, Apr 21 - Jun 23, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- 223 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4035-354
- Tue, Apr 22 - Jun 24, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- 223 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4035-355
Paper Extraordinaire
Make and decorate paper, then use your paper to create boxes, cards, envelopes, bags, baskets, placemats, and more. Paste paper, marbling, stamping and watercolor techniques will be explored. Your creations will be great for gifts or personal use. Peggy Hester, Instructor. (16 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Tue, Apr 22 - Jun 10, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
- 218B Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4224-358
Photography, Beginning
Are you making the best pictures possible with your camera? In this beginning class, you will learn how to use your digital or 53mm camera and the meaning of terms and concepts. Photographer Richard Babb will give you direct, interactive feedback on your photographs and take you on weekend location photo shoots, showing you on-site how to get the best images with your camera as you explore different shooting techniques. Bring your camera to the first class. (20 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Tue, Apr 22 - Jun 10, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- 218A Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4047-360
Photography, Digital/Intermediate
You know how to use your camera, you understand basic terminology, but you want to perfect the art and have a better understanding of taking the best picture possible. In this class you will learn how to control photographic tools like shutter speed, using the camera's menus, and getting the picture from camera to computer. Bring your camera to the first class. Richard Babb, Instructor. (20 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Wed, Apr 23 - Jun 11, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- 218A Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4049-362
Photography, Advanced Outdoor
Have you ever wanted to create visually dynamic outdoor images versus taking snapshots? If so, this is the class for you. In this advanced class, nationally known photographer, Richard Bernabe, will assist you in creating images intuitively and executing them conceptually. Additional topics to be covered: decoding the creative process that goes into creating an image, pre-visualization, advanced exposure control, and the nature of light. You will not want to miss this class. Bring your camera to the first class. There will be a couple of off-campus photo shoots. (18 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $50.00- Tue, Apr 22 - May 27, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 218B Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4045-365
Pigment Exploration
Learn about today's artists' paint color choices. Explore the world of color through tons of mixing exercises. Create a reference journal of all your combinations with notes. Build your intuition of pigment use through experience. Discuss color theory. Share paint to gain a broader understanding without buying every tube. Bring whatever acrylic paint you have, plus brushes, to the first class. This class is Acrylic Only, but same pigments are used in oil and watercolor so you can apply your knowledge to other media. Emily Ellingsworth, Instructor. (24 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Thu, Apr 24 - Jun 12, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- 223 Pines, Asheville Campus Course Course #: CSP-4095-366
Pottery Additional Class Added - Updated Mar 12, 2008
This class is designed to introduce basic techniques involved in throwing on the potter's wheel and hand-building through class demonstrations and hands-on experience. You will begin with simple forms and learn the basic skills of centering, pulling, and trimming. Glazing and firing procedures will also be covered. The fee includes 25 lbs of clay, glazes and firing. Toolkit fee: $17. (16 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $89.00- Thu, Mar 20 - Apr 10, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- 4 Maple, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4052-147
Pottery Additional Class Added - Updated Mar 12, 2008
This class is designed to introduce basic techniques involved in throwing on the potter's wheel and hand-building through class demonstrations and hands-on experience. You will begin with simple forms and learn the basic skills of centering, pulling, and trimming. Glazing and firing procedures will also be covered. The fee includes 25 lbs of clay, glazes and firing. Toolkit fee: $17. (24 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $105.00- Tue/Thu, Mar 18 - Apr 10, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 4 Maple, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4052-146
Pottery, Beginning
This class will introduce the basic techniques involved in throwing on the potter's wheel and hand-building through class demonstrations and hands-on experience. Students will begin with simple forms to learn the basic skills of centering, pulling, and trimming. Glazing and firing procedures will also be covered. The fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes, firing, and lab time. Toolkit fee: $17. (36 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $149.00- Mon/Wed, Apr 21 - May 28, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 4 Maple, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4051-367 Class has been canceled - Updated Apr 17, 2008
- Tue/Thu, Apr 22 - May 29, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- 4 Maple, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4051-368
- Tue/Thu, Apr 22 - May 29, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 4 Maple, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4051-369
Pottery, Intermediate/Wheel Class
Build your throwing skills through drills, learn refining forms, confident trimming, large work, functional handle, and well fitting lids. Previous clay experience required. Firing charges may apply to large pieces. (36 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $149.00- Mon/Wed, Apr 21 - May 28, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- 4 Maple, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4053-372 Class has been canceled - Updated Apr 17, 2008
Pottery, Studio/Lab
Students must have experience in wheel-throwing. This lab gives you an opportunity to practice your pottery skills. Firing and glazing charges apply depending on size of project. (30 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $149.00- Mon/Wed, Apr 21 - May 28, 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
- 4 Maple, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4054-373 Class has been canceled - Updated Apr 17, 2008
Pottery, Handbuilding / Sculpting
Learn how to pinch, coil, slab and extrude the clay to shape it into sculptural or functional forms. Experiment with texture and design to express through clay. Learn basic glazing techniques and the history of hand-built pottery around the world. The fee includes 25 lbs. of clay, glazes and firing. (30 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $149.00- Tue/Thu, Apr 22 - May 29, 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
- 4 Maple, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4055-375 Class has been canceled - Updated Apr 28, 2008
Summer Pottery Camp for Youths Ages 9-12
Students focus on simple hand building techniques, creating fun projects while developing a love for clay. The fee includes supplies, materials, clay, blazes and firing. (15 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $75.00- Mon-Fri, Jun 09 - Jun 13, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- 4 Maple, Asheville Campus CSP-4092-376
Summer Pottery Camp for Teens Ages 13-16
Students will learn more elaborate hand-built techniques. The fee includes supplies, materials, clay, blazes and firing. (15 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $75.00- Mon-Fri, Jun 16 - Jun 20, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- 4 Maple, Asheville Campus Course Course #: CSP-4093-377
Summer Pottery Camp for Teens Ages 16-18
Be as creative as you want to be in this handbuilding class for teens; using the slab roller, making impressions with objects you never thought to use, and working with different glazing techniques. The fee includes supplies, materials, clay, blazes and firing. (15 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $75.00- Mon-Fri, Jun 23 - Jun 27, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
- 4 Maple, Asheville Campus Course Course #: CSP-4094-378
Stained Glass, Beginning
Learn the basics of cutting, shaping, and soldering to complete stained glass projects successfully using the copper foil method. Tools and supplies cost approximately $100. Cost includes an insurance fee of $1.30. Gary Newlin, Instructor. (24.5 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $46.30- Wed, Apr 23 - Jun 04, 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- 220 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-3061-379
Stained Glass, Intermediate/Leaded
Concise five-week course featuring the lead came method of fabrication. The first week will be project demonstration. Cost includes an insurance fee of $1.30. Marty Mitchell, Instructor. (15 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $46.30- Tue, Apr 22 - May 27, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 220 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-3063-380 Class has been canceled - Updated Apr 28, 2008
Traditional Basketry
Functional baskets, mostly of Appalachian/Ozarks style, will be the focus of this class. Plaited, ribbed, and wickerwork techniques will be taught. Participants will learn how to gather and prepare indigenous basket making plants such as willow, honeysuckle and coralberry runners, and to make natural dyes for coloring weaving materials. Emphasis will be on developing skill and craftsmanship as well as an understanding of the uses and history of traditional mountain baskets. (18 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Wed, Apr 23 - May 28, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 218B Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4038-381 Class has been canceled - Updated Apr 01, 2008
Watercolor, Beginning
Splash around with watercolors while mastering the basics of color, composition and various water painting techniques. Expressive ideas will be encouraged as students create unique paintings in class. Good drawing skills a must. A list of supplies, costing approximately $40, will be provided at the first class. Paula Parker, Instructor. (30 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Mon, Apr 21 - Jun 23, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 223 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4066-383
- Wed, Apr 23 - Jun 25, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- 220 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4066-384
Watercolor, Beyond Beginning
Mastering traditional techniques and then developing expressive ideas will be encouraged. Previous watercolor and drawing skills are required for this class. Supplies will cost approximately $50. Marion Hurm, Instructor. (30 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Tue, Apr 22 - Jun 24, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- 112 Ramsey, Madion Campus Course #: CSP-4070-523
Watercolor, Intermediate / Landscape
Have fun splashing around with color. The emphasis for this class will be various watercolor techniques. Previous watercolor experience is required. Sandra Moore, Instructor. (27.5 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $45.00- Tue, Mar 11 - Apr 08, 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
- 220 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4069-159
- Date Change - Updated Mar 31, 2008
Tue, Apr 29 - May 27, 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM - 220 Pines, Asheville Campus Course #: CSP-4069-387