Colorado Free University

NEW! Explorations in Watercolor Fruits & Flowers Painting with watercolor can be a lot of fun if you are guided with the right techniques. These classes give you opportunities to experiment with different techniques while creating joyous paintings of nature. In the “Fruits” session we’ll draw and paint two compositions of fruits: lemons and pears. This will give you the chance to learn the basic technique of blending in watercolor, commonly known as wet-on-wet painting. You’ll also get a basic understanding of color value to achieve depth in your art. In the “Flowers” session we’ll celebrate the seasons while practicing techniques like blending and layering. Learn to passionately let your brush mix and mingle the colors on the paper to liven up your painting of flowers and leaves with soft and lively colors. Mitra Verma is a native of India who works in a variety of media. Class is for all levels of experience. $56 Non-Member $44 Member $30–40 materials purchased by student before class ONLINE : Via Google Meet 1401A: One Sat., 1–3PM 4/24 fruits 1401B: One Sat., 1–3PM 5/22 flowers 1401C: One Sat., 1–3PM 6/26 fruits 1401D: One Sat., 1–3PM 7/10 flowers No Fear Watercolor Watercolor Doodling Watercolor is one of the most difficult mediums to master as an artist because you have little control over where the paint goes. In this class that doesn’t matter! Spend a couple of creative hours using blobs of watercolor paint, a fine line pen, and a little imagination to make whimsical birds and gorgeous botanical illustrations. You’ll learn how to pair ink pen and watercolors together to enhance details, figures, and outlines in your paintings. The paint can go wherever it likes, and you can use your doodling skills to turn it into something interesting. Introducing ink pen will take your watercolor painting to a whole new level! Make your own wall art or custom greeting cards—the possibilities are unlimited! Mitra Verma is an artist and designer with a passion for creating and sharing her skills. You need no artistic experience or skill to enjoy this workshop. $46 Non-Member $34 Member $30–40 materials fee purchased by student in advance of class ONLINE : Via Google Meet 1310EO: One Sat., 1–3:30PM 5/1 1310EP: One Sat., 1–3:30PM 6/12 1310EQ: One Sat., 1–3:30PM 7/24 Hand-Painted Notecards Create Cards That Wow! Engage your creativity and make something practical at the same time. Learn this simple and versatile DIY card-making technique. You will use hand-carved wood block stamps from India and colored inks to make eight one-of-a-kind notecards that will be ready to send or give away. Ink message stamps will be available so that you can add messages, such as “With Love,” “Thank You,” or “Happy Birthday,” if you choose. Each of your cards will be unique. Leave with new skills so you can continue creating new designs at home. No artistic experience is needed. Dawn Koschak loves abstract art and lots of color, and these cards have both elements. She’s been giving these cards to others for years and always get compliments on their beauty and uniqueness. $51 Non-Member $39 Member $15 materials fee paid in class CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1386V: One Sat., 1–3PM 4/24 1386W: One Sat., 1–3PM 5/22 1386X: One Sat., 1–3PM 6/26 Create Your Own Journal The Ancient Art of Coptic Bookbinding One-of-a-kind, personalized, handmade journals are uniquely satisfying to use for your writing or art journaling or to give as gifts. In this hands-on workshop you will create your own covers with beautiful decorative papers, make your own journal pages, and then hand-stitch the binding. You’ll learn a century’s old technique called “Coptic binding” that involves attaching sections of paper to each other with chain stitch linkings across the spine. Cathie Evans has been making hand-bound books for 9-years and loves to create art in her free-time. She is a patient teacher who enjoys helping people find their creative sides. She’ll guide you through the process step-by-step and provide detailed hand- outs. Use Cathie’s tools and materials in class and leave with your own distinctive journal. $48 Non-Member $36 Member $30 materials fee paid in class CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 1292L: One Sun., 1–4PM 3/28 1292M: One Sat., 1–4PM 4/17 1292N: One Sun., 1–4PM 5/2 Register now! Call 303-399-0093 or online: www.freeu.com 27 Arts & Crafts Gravity Stone Balancing Play with the forces of gravity and nature as you learn to balance stones by settling your mind and harnessing your own artistic design. This class is the perfect antidote for the stress and distraction of the current moment. You don’t need fancy equipment, just an assortment of rocks that you collect on your own. You can do this pretty much anywhere and anytime. And, no special talent is required, just a bit a patience. In the course of the class you’ll create four formations: true balance, counterbalance, zig-zag counterbalance, and arch, all without adhesives or other supports. Stone balancing is a perfect way to slow yourself down, calm your mind, and engage your sense of wonder. A retired stone mason, Tom O’Dwyer has developed the craft of stone balancing over the last few years and is delighted to share the skills and tricks you need to enjoy this natural art form. $36 Non-Member $24 Member See list of supplies for class CFU LOWRY : Near 1st & Quebec 5477K: One Sat., 10–11:30AM 5/15 5477L: One Sat., 10–11:30AM 6/19 5477M: One Sat., 10–11:30AM 7/17 Last chance for Create Your Own Journal