Course Catalog
Beginning Photography (DSLR)
Basic understanding of photography. This class will discuss Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO, and go over some Composition. You will learn how to operate your own camera. This class is geared for DSLR Cameras. On last day of class, weather permitting, we will venture out on campus to get some hands on experience. The class will have props for you to practice during class time. Bring your DSLR camera that you want to learn with. Students are encouraged to bring their camera’s owner’s manual, or be able to look it up online, or on your phone. The goal of this class is to make you feel more comfortable taking your camera out and gain an understanding of the basics. This is a beginner class.
Mandala Rock Painting
Keep calm and relax by learning the art of mandala rocks. In this workshop, participants will learn the history and meaning behind mandala art, and apply that knowledge to their own mandala rock art. Whatever you decide, you’ll certainly enjoy this serene workshop, and share your newly-discovered art form with friends and family.
Native Peoples of North America: Sustaining Land, Water, Culture, & Community (Online)
This course is an introduction to the Anthropology of Native North America, focusing on Native American communities’ relationships to land and water. The course provides a survey of Native cultures across North America while spotlighting Tribes in Idaho. Learners will read, watch, and discuss content covering varied North American cultures. The course uses a land-based learning approach, centering Native knowledges and voices, to explore human relationships to the more-than-human environment and each other and features in-person and virtual field trips and guest lectures by Native land, water, language, and culture practitioners. -Class held in Zoom -1 field trip (in person and/or virtual) -May need to purchase text book -No meeting during finals week or thanksgiving weeks
Photography (DSLR) Workshop
This is an opportunity to build on the basic skills of your D\SLR photography. This workshop is intended to be a hands on workshop. The skills we will be developing out in the field are Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO, Composition, Rule of Thirds, Lighting, etc.. We will work together at trying to achieve the best images possible. This is a 4 week session. You will need to bring a notebook, pen. Please dress appropriately for the weather. The first class will meet at Edson Fichter Nature Trail
Pumpkin Pour Painting
Pumpkin Pour Painting is so easy, anyone (yes, anyone!) can do it. All it takes to make these colorful Halloween decorations is crafts paint and a few faux pumpkins. You will learn the easiest tips and tricks for creating gorgeous designs with paint poured directly out of the bottle - they're called pour paint pumpkins for a reason, after all! All supplies for the class are supplied by the instructor.
Sketch with Watercolor and Ink Pen for Beginners
This class will show beginning learners a fun and easy way to paint with watercolor. The first week will introduce materials needed for this class. During the eight weeks, learners will try 8-12 projects covering items in daily life, street view, and natural landscape.
Steampunk Jewelry
Victorian inspired Steampunk Jewelry doesn’t have to break the bank! Combining vintage, hardware, imagination, gadgetry, and science fiction, this style is sure to make people stop and stare. We not only dive into history, art, and science, but create custom one-of-a-kind pieces. All materials will be provided.
Watercolor Pencil for Beginners
For beginning learners interested in watercolor pencils. This class will demonstrate how to draw with watercolor pencils and cover several drawing techniques. The first week will introduce materials and techniques needed for this class and the remaining seven weeks will draw a variety of vegetables and fruits. Garlic Vine Columbine Creeping Oxalis Previous Next
Window Sun Catchers
Turn a branch and treasures into a beautiful sun catcher! Perfect for your window or garden to reflect your style and crystal prisms filling the air. All class materials provided.