All classes and courses must have a minimum of 10 registered members in order to proceed.
Watercolor Energies
Dates & Time: Fridays, Sept. 5鈥揘ov. 21 | 12:30鈥�3 PM
(No class Sept. 26 & Oct. 3)
Location: The Catalyst Arts & Wellness Studio
926 N. Yosemite, Stockton
Cost: $200 (10 sessions) 鈥� Price does not include supplies
Instructor: Tony Segale, Watercolor Instructor
Watercolor is trying to help you with every stroke you make, its essence is its spontaneity. An artful watercolor should emphasize its wetness, faster rhythms and beautiful precipitations. One element each week of theory, practice and demonstration, leading to finished work. All levels of participant鈥檚 experience will benefit.
Maximum: 15 participants
Supply List Contact: tony@tonysegale.com
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Basic to Advanced Drawing
Dates & Time: Tuesdays, Sept. 9鈥揘ov. 11 | 10 AM鈥�12:30 PM
Location: The Catalyst Arts & Wellness Studio
926 N. Yosemite, Stockton
Cost: $200 (10 sessions) 鈥� Price does not include supplies
Instructor: Robert Kelley, Art Instructor
Drawing: the basis for good art. These sessions, each to a specific topic, will cover a fundamental approach to drawing and continue with design and composition theory. We will also cover value application and form rendering. All skill levels can benefit from this simplified approach to drawing.
Maximum: 15 participants
Supply List Contact: rkelley1117@gmail.com
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NEW About Me Folio: Papercraft
Dates & Time: Tuesdays, Sept. 9 & Sept. 16 | 1:30鈥�3 PM
Location: Benerd College #117
Cost: $45 (2 sessions) 鈥� Price includes supplies
Instructor: Mary Nakamura, Papercraft Instructor
Over two sessions, complete a project that will help preserve memories and thoughts that will be treasured by future generations of family and friends. Participants will create an About Me Folio using paper, ephemera, embellishments and found objects to hold special memories that will be captured using provided journaling prompts. Those new to papercrafting and experienced crafters are welcome.
Ceramics
Dates & Time: Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10 AM鈥�12 PM
10-Week Session: Sept. 17 鈥� Nov. 20 | Cost: $325 (20 sessions)
8-Week Session: Oct. 1 鈥� Nov. 20 | Cost: $275 (16 sessions)
Location: Ceramics Studio
Instructor: Jessica Fong, Ceramics & Art Instructor
Explore the ceramics studio for all levels. Perfect for beginners in the 8-week program, spend Wednesdays learning different techniques during hands on demos; utilize Thursdays for assisted independent study.
For the 10-week program option (previous experience required), get a jumpstart on the semester and use the 2 weeks to warm up. Participants also have the option to work independently.
Maximum: 18 total participants
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NEW Manet & Morisot: Creative Partners of Modern Art
Dates & Time: Tuesdays, Sept. 23 鈥� Oct. 28 | 2鈥�4 PM
Location: Zoom
Cost: $75 (6 sessions)
Instructor: Maureen De Geller, Art Historian
脡douard Manet is seen as the founding father of modern painting, who influenced young members of the Impressionist group, including his sister-in-law and fellow artist Berthe Morisot. This course, in conjunction with 鈥淢anet & Morisot鈥� at the Legion of Honor Museum October 11, 2025, to March 1, 2026, explores how the two artists interacted with each other and impacted each other鈥檚 work.
NEW Tangible Memories 鈥� Creating Photo Books to Preserve Special Memories
Dates & Time: Wednesdays, Oct. 15 & Nov. 12 | 1:30鈥�3 PM
Location: Benerd College #110B
Cost: $25 (2 sessions)
Instructor: Sheri Grimes, Retired Marketing Professional
Have you wanted to create a photo memory book from a special event, family milestone or special trip, but don鈥檛 know where to start? In session one, learn all about online photo book platforms, pros and cons, how they work, how upload photos from your phone or computer and tips on how to customize your book just the way you want. Then get help customizing and completing a book you鈥檝e started in session two鈥檚 workshop. Everything you need to know to create your own lasting memories.
NEW Basic Spanish
Dates & Time: Wednesdays, Oct. 8 鈥� Nov. 12 | 2鈥�3 PM
Location: Benerd College #110B
Cost: $55 (6 sessions)
Instructor: Guillermo Giron, San Joaquin Delta Community College Spanish Professor
We are pleased to invite you to join our Beginner Spanish Class, specially designed for students who wish to build confidence in speaking Spanish from the ground up. Whether you鈥檙e starting fresh or revisiting the basics, this course offers a supportive and engaging environment to practice everyday Spanish conversation. No prior experience required鈥攋ust your interest and enthusiasm!
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