Milford Adult Education

Arts & Crafts

G001 Basic Woodcarving
Learn the art of woodcarving and create tomorrow’s family heirlooms. This course will start with the basics and guide you through every step needed to finish your own handcarved piece, including chip carving, relief carving, wood burning and the use of acrylic paints. All tools and materials included. All levels of woodcarvers are welcome. Limit: 8 students. Nine weeks.
Ken Cowden
Law HS Room 139
Monday/6:30-9:00p.m.
$64

G002 Chair Caning
This course teaches the craft of chair caning and rush for the beginning or advanced student. Other types of seat weaving will be explored as the need arises. Students will bring their own chairs, rockers, or stools and apply the skills taught to their own projects. Kits are available for purchase. Limit: 15 students. Nine weeks.
Charles Plasky
Law HS Room 114
Thursday/6:30-9:30p.m.
$69

G003 Flower Arranging - Beginners
NEW. This marvelous course introduces you to the design and arrangement of fresh flowers. Each week a new design awaits you. Students must bring their own scissors. There will be a $20 weekly fee for flowers and supplies. Nine weeks.
Mary Erato
Foran HS Room 369A
Wednesday/6:30-8:300p.m.
$54

G004 Handcrafted Knives
NEW. This course will teach the art of the handmade knife and will cover all aspects of the art from design to heat treating and finishing. Using basic hand tools, you will learn how to create a one of a kind knife that will last a lifetime. Working with an internationally known artisan, we will work together to create from raw steel man’s oldest tool. Five weeks.
Jim Turecek
Foran HS Room 396
Wednesday/7:00-9:000p.m.
$49

Jim Turecek has been crafting handmade knives since 1979. He is an internationally known artisan whose award winning knives can be found in some of the leading collections in the United States, Europe and the Orient.

G005 Knitting
A fun and informal class designed for beginners through advanced. Explore color, texture, and technique. Students will choose their own projects and receive help from start to finish. Supplies and materials will be available for purchase. Nine weeks.
Lynn Perry
Law HS Room 131
Wednesday/7:00-9:00p.m.
$59

Lynn Perry has been knitting for more than 25 years. She has taught knitting for Milford Adult Education since 1986 and teaches the eighth graders at St. Gabriel Schools. She also knits baptismal bibs for St. Gabriel Parish.

G006 Learn to Draw
NEW. This fun and informal class will teach the basics of drawing. Whether you have had classes before or not, you will enjoy the creative process, weekly demonstrations and class critiques. Weekly homework assignments will be given for the student to practice at home. Lessons will explain different materials and how to set up a home studio, drawing basic shapes, ellipses, gesture drawings, composition, light and shadow, and matting and framing your work. People with disabilities are encouraged to attend. Eight weeks.
Karen Keane
Law HS Room 228
Monday/7:00-9:00p.m.
$54

Karen Keane trained at the Paier College of Art. She is an award-winning artist and designer. Her drawings have been exhibited at the Society of Illustrators show and at local galleries.

G007 Linoleum Block Printing
NEW. Learn the fun and easy technique of linoleum block printing. Class time will be devoted to designing, carving, registering, and printing black and white or multicolored prints. You will learn to print by hand using water-based inks. A $10 supplies fee must be included with your tuition payment. Limit: 12 students. Six weeks.
Ann Schnepf
Law HS Room 228
Wednesday/6:30-8:30p.m.
$54

G008 Making Jewelry with Beads - Intermediate
A prerequisite for this course is the beginner course or the approval of the instructor. More advanced techniques will be followed and projects will be completed within two to three sessions. The first project will be predetermined by the instructor, but subsequent projects will be determined by the class. Each project will concentrate on a different technique. Supplies will be available for each class, but students may substitute their own materials if appropriate. Fees for supplies will be determined by the project. Limit: 15 students. Eight weeks.
Phyllis Cohen
Foran HS Room 369A
Thursday/7:00-9:00p.m.
$54

G009 Portrait Drawing
Learn how to draw a convincing portrait. We will explore principles of light to model form, and create a solid three-dimensional “realistic” human head. A range of drawing materials may be used, but we will begin with the following materials: graphite pencils (6B to H); paper larger than 11 x 14 inches; kneaded eraser; jar of graphite powder (optional). A $25 model fee, as a separate check payable to Josephine Robinson, MUST be included with your tuition payment. Six weeks.
Josephine Robinson
Margaret Egan Center Room 136
Tuesday/6:30-9:00p.m.
$64

Josephine Robinson trained at Morley College in London, Southwark College in London, and Circulo de Belles Artes in Madrid. She exhibits nationally.

G010 Portrait Painting
This class is designed to help you develop the skills necessary to paint the human head. We will cover principles of rendering form, light, and color. Instruction will be geared to oil painting but students may bring acrylics, or pastels if they like. A course for all skill levels. Please call the instructor at 876-2919 for a list of materials. A $25 model fee, as a separate check payable to Dean Fisher, MUST be included with your tuition payment. Limit: 10 students. Six weeks.
Dean Fisher
Margaret Egan Center, Room 136
Monday/6:30-9:00p.m.
$64

Dean Fisher trained at the American Academy of Art in Chicago, Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris, and Circulo de Belles Artes in Madrid. Dean is an award-winning portrait artist and exhibits nationally.

G011-012 Pottery for Everyone
An introductory course for those with little or no experience. This course will focus on use of the potter’s wheel. A materials fee of $45 will be charged and must be included with your tuition payment. Additional clay can be purchased from the instructor. Course limited to 12 students. Please note: this class is NOT intended for making tiles. Ten weeks.
Maureen Shea Krolewicz
Foran HS Room 370
G011Monday/6:00-8:30p.m. -OR-
G012 Tuesday/6:00-8:30p.m.
$79

G013 Quilting - Beyond Beginners: “The Sampler”
Learn the basics of quilting while creating a Hand Quilted Table Runner. You will be instructed in the proper use of tools used in quilting and also helpful hints on how to select your fabrics. We start off by learning how to use templates and the rotary cutting system, then piecing the patchwork pieces together into blocks. Learn the traditional “Hand Quilting” method and finish by putting all the blocks together to make this 19 inch by 72 inch table runner. Pattern booklet will be purchased from the instructor for $10 due at the first class. Limit: 10 students. Eight weeks.
Nancy Satkowski
Law HS Room 143
Monday/6:30-9:00p.m.
$69

Adult Education Classes Make Great Gifts!

G014 Scrapbooking and Photo Organization
The hard part is organizing all your photos - even digital! The fun part is getting those photos into scrapbook albums. Let Anne, Creative Memories Instructor, teach you how to organize your photos (even digital!), use speed tools to crop your pictures, and create basic layout and design techniques. Material list will be given at first class. A variety of scrapbooking supplies are available from the instructor.
Anne Tubis
Foran HS Room 365
Wednesday/Mar.26,Apr.2/6:30-9:00p.m.
$34

Anne Tubis has been a Creative Memories instructor since 1998 and has taught hundreds of people the tips and techniques of this exciting and meaningful tradition.

G015-016 Sewing
Individualized instruction for all levels of ability, from novice to the advanced student. This course consists of a shopping experience at a fabric store, a brief review of sewing terminology, pattern reading, and fabric suitability, together with a quick review of the sewing machine features and options. A totally enjoyable experience which will result in a professionally finished project. Sewing machines are not needed for the first two weeks of class. The first class consists of orientation and review. Limit: 12 students. Nine weeks.
Diane Buda
Law HS Room 114
G015 Monday/7:00-9:30p.m. -OR-
G016 Tuesday/7:00-9:30p.m.
$64

Diane Buda has taught sewing in the Milford Adult Education program since 1986. She is the former owner of “Designs by Diane” and “The Fashion Nook”, where she did customized dressmaking, alterations and sewing lessons.

G017 Stained Glass
A course in the art of stained glass making by using the copper foil method. Special attention will be given to color coordination and pattern design. Students will be required to purchase supplies (approximately $75). Nine weeks.
Paul Petrushonis
Law HS Room 230
Monday/6:30-9:00p.m.
$64

G018 Stained Glass
See preceding course description.
Paul Petrushonis
Foran HS Room 369B
Wednesday/6:30-9:00p.m.
$64

GED Registration: Monday, Jan. 28, 2008
Foran High School, Room 305, 6:00 p.m.

ESL Registration: Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2008
Foran High School, Room 305, 6:00 p.m.

For All Morning and Evening Students

G019 Stamping for Fun
NEW. Come join in the world of rubber stamping and have fun in an atmosphere of creativity whether you have experience or not. This course will enhance your ability to create distinctively stylish cards for your gift giving pleasure. Projects with instructions will be provided but there will also be “free” time if you would like to use your own imagination. My extensive eclectic collection of rubber stamps will be available along with cardstock and inks. Students must bring basic supplies: scissors, metal edge ruler, small cutting mat, double stick tape or favorite adhesive, brush markers/color pencils and foam mounting tape. E-mail any questions to swisnwsk03@aol.com. Limit: 10 students. A $15 supplies fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. Four weeks.
Suzan Wisniewski
Law HS Room 131
Thursday/Mar.6,13,20,27/6:30-8:30p.m.
$39

Suzan Wisniewski is an independent rubber stamp/mixed media instructor. She has been published in several rubber stamping magazines, such as “The Rubber Stamper”, “Stamping Arts & Crafts”, and “Rubber Stamp Madness”.

G020 Transparent Watercolor Painting - Intro.
Local artist and exhibitor Ron Grobes will introduce a basic approach to the techniques of transparent watercolors. Demonstrations and step-by-step instructions are given. Individual attention provided. Students supply own materials. A great class for beginners. Nine weeks.
Ronald Grobes
Law HS Room 230
Tuesday/6:30-9:00p.m.
$64

Ron Grobes is a graduate of the Philadelphia Museum College of Art. He was employed for 29 years by Norden Systems as a graphic designer and technical illustrator. He has exhibited his work throughout southern Connecticut and has been the recipient of numerous awards.

G021 Transparent Watercolor Painting - Adv.
This friendly, exciting watercolor class is a continuation of the introductory class. An easy to follow format will be prepared for each class. Each class will begin with a 30-minute demonstration, primarily on landscapes, seascapes and still life. Students can choose their own subjects to paint. So come ready to test your skills and paint your own masterpiece. Nine weeks.
Ronald Grobes
Law HS Room 230
Thursday/6:30-9:00p.m.
$64

G022 Woodworking
A true beginners course. In this course, students will be instructed in the basic fundamentals of woodworking, such as squaring, mitering, routering, joinery, and different types of wood. Students will also receive instruction on the proper use of various types of large power tools. Instruction will be both group and individual and safety will be stressed. Students will be expected to work on a project approved by the instructor. Eight weeks.
Chris Sweetwood
Law Room 139
Wednesday/6:00-9:00p.m.
$64

G023 Woodworking Power Tools
A basic power tool class designed to instruct the student on the usage of hand held power tools that the student can afford as well as the larger woodshop versions. Students will receive instruction on the circular saw, table saw, drills, routers, sanders and reciprocating saw. A good course providing an overview of basic tool usage. Limit: 12 students. Six weeks.
Chris Sweetwood
Law HS Room 139
Thursday/7:00-9:00p.m.
$49