Exploring Digital SLR Photography, Part 1
Bring a digital SLR camera to class and fully understand the functions it has to offer. Learn what shutter speeds, f-stops, and ISO mean through hands-on picture taking. Other topics will include composition, lighting, sports photography, and more.
CEGN-172 (6 hours)
Cost: $69 (supplies not included)
Section MW02: Mays Landing Campus
Thursdays, February 20 and 27, March 6, 6-8 p.m.
Exploring Digital SLR Photography, Part 2
Expand your photography knowledge and practice fill flash outdoors, portrait photography, macro, landscape, sports, and nature photography. Students will learn what equipment and techniques are needed to get the best results. Some equipment will be provided for hands-on work, but bring your SLR camera. This class is not for point-and-shoot cameras.
CEGN-191 (4 hours)
Cost: $49 (supplies not included)
Section MW02-Mays Landing Campus
Thursdays, March 20 and 27, 6-8 p.m.
Flower Arrangement
This course will teach students to create actual floral designs. Students must be prepared to purchase flowers from the instructor each week to use for the floral creations (approximately $30 each week, payable to the instructor). Also, students will need to bring a knife, wire cutters, and scissors to each class session.
CEGN-102 (15 hours)
Cost: $99
Section CW03: Cape May County Campus
Mondays, beginning February 17 (ends April 21), 7-8:30 p.m.
Acrylic Painting Series
Join acclaimed artist Russ Simmons on a creative journey where we will explore the world of painting in his inspiring and engaging classes. With a focus on composition, light and shading, color theory, and the fascinating realms of abstract and realism, you will uncover the secrets of transforming a blank canvas into a masterpiece. This series consists of three workshops, which may also be taken separately. All materials are included in this workshop. See workshop descriptions and information below.
FINE-175 (9 hours)
Cost: $179
Section CW01: Cape May County Campus
Tuesdays, beginning March 25 (ends April 8). 6-9 p.m.
Acrylic Painting - Week 1:
Introduction to Composition and Color Theory
Discover the importance of composition in painting; the rule of thirds; focal points and balance; the basics of color theory (primary, secondary, tertiary colors, complementary colors). These hands-on activities will include sketching simple compositions using thumbnails and painting a color wheel to familiarize yourself with acrylics and mixing primary colors.
Blending Colors and Negative Space
Learn the techniques for smooth blending in acrylics (wet-o-wet, glazing), and the importance of negative space for balance and emphasis. These hands-on activities will include creating a gradient background to practice blending and painting a simple subject (e.g. a leaf) using negative space to highlight the subject.
FINE-101 (3 hours)
Cost: $69
Section CW01: Cape May County Campus
Tuesday, March 25, 6-9 p.m.
Acrylic Painting - Week 2:
Still Life Painting
In this course you will set up a still-life arrangement and simplify complex objects into shapes. These hands-on activities will include painting a small still-life with three to five objects with an emphasis on composition, color, harmony and shadow placement.
Understanding Light and Shadows
Discover the wonder of how light and shadow create depth while getting an introduction into value scales and contrast. These hands-on activities will include painting a landscape piece focusing on light sources, highlights and shadows.
FINE-102 (3 hours)
Cost: $69
Section CW01: Cape May County Campus
Tuesday, April 1, 6-9 p.m.
Acrylic Painting - Week 3:
Landscapes and Perspective
Get an introduction to perspective (vanishing point, horizon line) and techniques for painting skies, trees and water. These hands-on activities will include painting a detailed landscape with a clear foreground, middle ground and background, while demonstrating techniques learned in previous lessons.
FINE-103 (3 hours)
Cost: $69
Section CW01: Cape May County Campus
Tuesday, April 8, 6-9 p.m.
Workshop Instructor Training
Unlock your potential as an engaging and effective workshop instructor. This workshop is designed for aspiring workshop facilitators and instructors. During the workshop, you will explore essential techniques for designing interactive content that fosters an inclusive environment that encourages participation and collaboration. Participants will delve into key topics such as understanding diverse learning styles, utilizing effective communication strategies, and managing group dynamics. Handson practice sessions will provide invaluable opportunities to practice your skills and receive constructive feedback. Successful participants will be invited to submit course proposals to teach a workshop.
PDEV-106 (9 hours)
Cost: $29.00
Section MW01: Mays Landing Campus
9 a.m.-Noon, Saturdays, February 22 and March 1 (Online Zoom sessions), and March 15 in-person session.
Section CW01: Cape May Landing Campus
9 a.m.-Noon, Saturdays, February 22 and March 1 (Online Zoom sessions), and March 22, in-person session.
Strategies for Teaching Adult Learners
Have you considered teaching adults or wondered if you have the skills to be a successful instructor? The Strategies for Teaching Adult Learners course is your starting point. This 8-week course will give subject matter experts the foundation knowledge to be successful instructors. The topics include Understanding Learning styles, characteristics of a good instructor, how to prepare to teach, instructional planning, using instructional resources, understanding instructional methods, organizing the learning environment, accommodating special populations, and developing instructional assessments. The course is designed for participants to learn at their own pace. There are no required “online sessions.” There will be optional online check-in sessions with your instructor.
PDEV-107 (8 weeks)
Cost: $89.00
Section OW01: Live Online
Begins April 7 (ending May 30)
