Colorado Free University

Go to www.freeu.com to view complete course descriptions and instructor bios. 26 Arts & Crafts No Fear Acrylics Acrylics are quick drying paints that are popular with artists and crafters alike. Learn how to mix colors, apply paint in various consistencies, and use specific brushes or tools to create desired effects. Class is designed for people who have little or no prior painting experience; basic instructions will be given to beginners, but those who are more experienced can explore and paint on their own with instructor assistance as needed. Take home a canvas that shows your new skills. Deb Rohr is a lifelong artist who has a long background in drawing and painting. She also made a living as a motor sport and fine art/portrait photographer for more than 10 years. $56 Non-Member $44 Member $20 materials fee paid in class (in person) $40 materials purchased by student before class (online) ONLINE : Via Zoom 1456BC: One Sat., 1–5PM 4/17 CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1456BD: One Sat., 1–5PM 7/24 Coffee Painting Brew Yourself an Exceptional Piece of Art The rich aroma of coffee gets us going and brings delight to our mornings. Who knew that coffee has another secret gift to give?! Coffee can be an amazing medium for creating art. In this unique workshop, you will earn how to paint using only coffee. While coffee paintings involve working with only one color, its potential for art is actually limitless. A native of India, Mitra Verma is an artist and designer with a passion for creation and sharing her skill. You need no artistic skill or experience to enjoy this workshop. In the “mugs” section of the class, paint fun, funky coffee cups and Mitra will share the history of coffee painting and other interesting mediums like tea, water, and wine. In the “mandala” section, create a beautiful mandala and learn the meaning of the symbol. $46 Non-Member $34 Member $15 materials purchased by student before class ONLINE : Via Google Meet 1350F: One Sat., 10AM–12PM 3/27 mandala 1350G: One Sat., 10AM–12PM 4/3 mugs 1350H: One Sat., 10AM–12PM 5/15 mandala 1350I: One Tue., 10AM–12PM 6/15 mugs 1350J: One Tue., 10AM–12PM 7/20 mandala Basic Drawing Drawing as Seeing To draw well, you have to see well. The mind wants the hand to draw as it imagines things appear rather than what the eye observes. Come learn to see with the eyes of an artist and experiment with many basic drawing techniques such as contour, line, and gesture drawing, as well as learning to consider the importance of using negative space. We’ll explore the fascinating process of describing three-dimensional objects on a two- dimensional surface (paper) in a way that evokes realistic representation. Deb Rohr is a lifelong artist who has a long background in drawing and painting. She also made a living as a motor sport and fine art/portrait photographer for more than 10 years. $110 Non-Member $98 Member $25+ materials purchased by student before class $3 materials fee paid in class (in-person) ONLINE : Via Zoom 1492BG: Four Sat., 1–3:30PM Begins 4/24 CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1492BH: Four Sun., 1–3:30PM Begins 7/25 In-Depth Drawing Workshop Take Your Art to the Next Level In this workshop you’ll have a chance to explore a variety of techniques and develop your skill. We’ll begin with a refresher of basic techniques. Then we’ll move beyond the basics to take a deeper look into perspective drawing; get an introduction to aspect ratio; work with texture and gesture drawing; and make a brief study of drawing people. Participants will gain a better understanding of tones, values, shades, and color theory and enjoy a session dedicated to exercises in color pencils, pastels, conte crayons. Class will combine live sessions with the instructor and you will have access to additional course content outside of class via the platform Schoology. Deb Rohr is a lifelong artist who has a long background in drawing and painting. She also made a living as a motor sport and fine art/portrait photographer for more than 10 years. Deb’s Basic Drawing class has been very popular and she has created this workshop to enable artists to expand their knowledge and flourish in their creativity! $156 Non-Member $144 Member $60–75+ materials purchased by student before class ONLINE : Via Zoom 1491AJ: Six Sat., 9AM–12PM Begins 5/22; Skips 5/29 & 7/3 Beginning Colored Pencil Techniques Bust out in a riot of color in this beginning level drawing class. Drawing and shading with colored pencils are not hard once you learn some basic color theory, and learn how to “see” the rainbow of colors that can be used to describe something as simple as a blueberry or apple. Class will focus on learning and using three colored pencil techniques: layering, underpainting, and burnishing. Practice each technique and then choose a colorful photograph to create a more elaborate drawing from. Deb Rohr is a lifelong artist with a long background in drawing and painting. She also made a living as a motor sport and fine art/portrait photographer for more than 10 years. Work from a selection of colorful photographic images (you choose what appeals to you), and leave with the skills to expand into your other drawing projects. Class focuses on how to use colored pencils effectively and assumes very basic drawing skills. $66 Non-Member $54 Member $10+ materials purchased by student before class $10 materials fee paid in class CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1562AU: One Sat., 10AM–4PM 4/10 1562AV: One Sat., 10AM–4PM 7/17