ISD 625-Saint Paul Public Schools

This watercolor painting is all about creating textures using various materials and negative painting. Held on two evenings to allow the watercolor to dry and the textures to set. No previous watercolor experience is necessary. Additional supply purchase required for class. SW Sunset watercolor supplies to purchase before class: Two 1/4 sheet of Arches cold press 140lb bright white paper Professional grade watercolors. I use Mijello Mission Gold brand watercolors: Permanent Yellow Light (yellow), Indian Yellow (gold), Light Red (burnt orange), Permanent Rose, Scarlet Lake, Cobalt 2, Peacock, Ultramarine Blue, Olive Green, Scissors Salt Lead Pencil or watercolor pencil in white, yellow or gunmetal color A Soft Rag Wax Paper Set of scrubby brushes, i.e.: Scharff Moon Brushes #222 sizes #2, #4 and #6 Schraff medium round wash brush Your usual painting supplies which should include 2 water containers, paper towels, pop up tissues, Scharff #310 White Nylon round brushes #8 and #4, a 3” Hake brush to wet paper, a spray bottle for water. Optional- rubber stamps of trees

This whimsical- Klimt-like acrylic painting starts with a very colorful underpainting. Subsequent layers add colors and texture. Step by step instruction enables beginner and experienced painters to complete a successful painting. This class has a supply list to purchase before class. List is in the confirmation email. Supply List: Your usual painting supplies which should include at least 2 water containers, paper towels, pop up tissues, white and black graphite paper or Saral to transfer design, an old credit card or scraping tool. Brushes: A selection of flat brushes or angle brushes sizes 1 inch and smaller. Small flat brushes to paint checks. A liner brush. Pencil and ruler Black Stabilo pencil Black Sharpie Paint marker fine point, White Sharpie Paint marker fine point (or other types of permanent markers/paint markers) Optional: Water-soluble crayons like Caren D’Ache, gel pens (metallic, white and black) Liquitex matte medium/gesso (if you have it, otherwise you an use mine) Watercolor paper (11” x 20”) -prefer Stratford 500 Aquarius 80lb cold press watercolor paper Fluid and heavy body acrylic paints

Drumming is a way to tell stories, create rhythms, and bond with others. Discover infectious rhythms from around the world and immerse yourself in authentic techniques and exercises, including traditional and even contemporary songs. We’ll jam together, creating a global beats ensemble! Bring a hand drum if you have one, or drums will be available during class. All experience levels are welcome. All Community Education participants are required to follow SPPS COVID guidelines (https://www.spps.org/safelearningplan), and all other communicated health and safety expectations. Failure to do so could result in removal from the class/program.

Ages 6 and up. Adult beginners welcome! Learn or review the basics of reading notes, rhythm, technique and harmony. These are individual half-hour lessons. Before your first online lesson, your instructor will contact you to discuss your current skill level and goals, as well as compositions or curriculum books you may need. Students need access to a piano or keyboard for lessons and practicing. See your class confirmation email for more information on accessing your online class. Sliding Fees: Our model for program pricing ensures that our high-quality enrichment classes are more accessible to our community members. We encourage participants to choose the price that they are able to pay. This structure helps our programs be financially sustainable and more equitable.

Learn how to make baskets! We'll make four different baskets. Reeds provided. Some household equipment required. Supply list provided in class confirmation email. Bring a bucket or bin large enough to hold a 15” square basket in water, a towel, clip clothespins, a measuring tape, and scissors.

Spend two days of making nothing but books! This class is to all the creative bookmakers out there! There is a list of household items to bring for this class. List is in the confirmation email. Bring scissors, ruler, pencil, and small cutting mat (if you have one).