Computer Skills & Technology

The Artist’s Eye-Where the Shadows Hide with Donna Beverly

 THE ARTIST’S EYE-WHERE THE SHADOWS HIDE NEW!

A fun, engaging outdoor and in class visual adventure for parents, teachers, and anyone wanting to learn to draw for themselves or teach children. Explore how sunlight and skylight impact how we see. Learn about the brain’s fight against our ability to draw what is seen. The perfect beginning level workshop for any adult who wants to learn to see like an artist or teach children to observe their world more fully. Cost includes a copy of The Artist’s Eye-Where the Shadows Hide by instructor. Class includes walking field trips to Washington City Park. See supplies to bring to class: linnbenton.edu/ supplies

16910 W 1:00 P.M.-2:50 P.M. 3-AUG BEVERLY, DONNA BC-106 3 $69 FEE

 COLORING WITH THREAD NEW!

In a park setting, enjoy the practice of coloring with thread while learning the basics of the art of hand embroidery. This family-friendly class (best for those 13 years old and older) will teach you basic stitches and how to create patterns while completing one simple project. See supplies to bring to class: linnbenton.edu/ supplies

16854 T SELLERS, GENA 2:00 P.M.-3:50 P.M. 12-JUL 1 $49 FEE GRANDP

 FAMILY CLAY, POTTERY & HAND-BUILDING

Come create with clay in a fun, relaxed, and supportive environment. This two-day experience is taught by two local instructors teaming up to teach beginners handbuilding techniques and how to throw on a pottery wheel. The first class will focus on project creation while the second class will allow students to glaze their work. Projects will be available for pickup at the Benton Center after completion. Minors aged 8+ are welcome to register with the accompaniment of an adult guardian who must also register for the class. All class materials provided. Class dates are 8/13 and 8/27.

16914 S 9:00 A.M.-10:50 A.M. 13-AUG 2 $69 FEE FELIX, JESS & YOUNG, LAURA AVRPK  CLAY EXPLORATION

An opportunity for students of all skill levels to learn a variety of porcelain and stoneware techniques and to participate in a number of high fire and Raku firings as well as an obvara and soda glaze firings.

16470 T STAFF 6:00 P.M.-8:50 P.M. 28-JUN 8 $149 FEE BC-140

 CLAY FOR BEGINNERS

An introduction to ceramic techniques for beginners. Learn the foundations of working with clay through this project based course. Students will learn how to work with soft slabs to handbuild bowls, mugs, and tumblers while building on basic techniques each week. No experience necessary. Come ready to have a great time while making fun and functional projects!

16918 R PACHUTA, SUSAN 6:00 P.M.-8:50 P.M. 30-JUN 6 $119 FEE BC-140

MICROSOFT OFFICE 101 NEW!

Knowing how to use MS Office is essential at many businesses and can require skills from basic to advanced. The Office suite includes Word, a word-processing program; Excel, a financial spreadsheet program; Access, a database program; Publisher, for desktop publishing; PowerPoint, a program for creating presentations; Outlook, a program for email and scheduling; and OneNote, to keep your notes organized. Join this class today and learn to navigate and utilize these platforms in a proficient manner!

16911 MR 6:00 P.M.-7:20 P.M. 27-JUN 6 $129 FEE MITCHELL, NICOLE ZOOM

Excel I and Excel II with Ryan Brockey

EXCEL I NEW!

Begin your spreadsheet journey with Microsoft Excel. Get to know the essential components of a spreadsheet file. You will learn the basics of data entry, formatting, functions, and creating graphs.

16908 T BROCKEY, RYAN 7:30 A.M.-9:20 A.M. 28-JUN 4 $89 FEE GOOGLE MEET