CE&WD Spring 2026 Course Brochure — Cecil College - Other - Page 22
Drawing II
Experiment with individual expression and
materials! As an extended course for students
with previous drawing experience, students
will study other artists’ approaches and develop
a series of related work. Take your skills to the
next level. Pre-requisite: Drawing I. Notes: Textbook required. Corresponds to credit course
ART230. Instructor: Donohue
$475 persons under 60. $70 MD residents 60
and above.
Course #: GUA302
Sec# Day Dates
Times
Location
01* T
1/20-5/5
10a-12:50p AS C231
*01 – No class Mar. 17.
Basic Watercolor I
Learn the basics and skills of watercolor painting! Start at the fundamental building blocks
to gain the knowledge and experience to help
you advance in your painting abilities. Students
will learn the different properties of watercolor,
color wheel, mixing colors, and more. Students
will work on projects which will reinforce their
new skills. Note: ES 219/220 will also be used.
Instructor: Haggard
$135 persons under 60. $25 MD residents over
60 (GAP502). $5 Senior Network Members
(SAP502).
Sec# Day Dates
Times
Location
02D Th 1/29-3/12 10a-12:10p ES 217
Figure Drawing
Learn to draw the human figure. Emphasis is
on accuracy in proportion, achieving solid form
and structure and characterization. Projects will
focus on the form and structure of the body as
well as subjective aspects of the pose. Discover
the beauty in the human form through this
drawing course. Pre-requisite: Previous drawing
experience recommended. Note: Corresponds
to credit course ART232. Instructor: Donohue
$475 persons under 60. $70 MD residents 60
and above.
Course #: GUA309
Sec# Day Dates
Times
Location
01* Th 1/22-5/7
6-8:50p
AS C231
*01 - No class Mar. 19.
Basic Watercolor II
Develop basics and skills in watercolor painting
through exercises and projects. Emphasis on
good composition, color properties, and watercolor techniques including wet into wet, lost
edges and glazing. Students will create exciting
compositions using varying techniques, with
still life and landscapes as the focus. Pre-requisite: Basic Watercolor I. Note: ES 219/220 will
also be used. Instructor: Haggard
$135 persons under 60. $25 MD residents over
60 (GAP503). $5 Senior Network Members
(SAP503).
Sec# Day Dates
Times
Location
02D Th 3/26-5/7
10a-12:10p ES 217
Basic Acrylics – Part I
This class is for people who want to explore
painting with acrylics. Students will create stilllifes, landscapes, and portraits while practicing
color mixing and acrylic painting techniques.
Note: ES 219/220 will also be used. Instructor:
Haggard
$135 persons under 60. $25 MD residents over
60 (GAP399). $5 Senior Network Members
(SAP399).
Sec# Day Dates
Times
Location
02D M
1/26-3/9
1-3:10p
ES 217
Basic Acrylics – Part II
This is a hands-on approach to learning the
materials and techniques associated with
acrylics. The focus will continue to be the development of painting techniques, brush skills,
and aesthetic sensibilities in this medium, with
emphasis on composition and color. Pre-requisite: Basic Acrylics I. Note: ES 219/220 will also
be used. Instructor: Haggard
$135 persons under 60. $25 MD residents over
60 (GAP532). $5 Senior Network Members
(SAP532).
Sec# Day Dates
Times
Location
02D M
3/23-5/4
1-3:10p
ES 217
Out-of-county, out-of-state fees may apply.
See page 38.
Intermediate Painting I:
Acrylics and Watercolor
We will build on skills achieved in beginning
painting classes. As you progress from a basic
understanding of your media toward more
complex subject matter and methods, you will
be guided and encouraged with individualized
instruction cultivating your own style. Pre-requisite: Basic Watercolor I and II or Basic Acrylics
I and II. Note: ES 219/220 will also be used
during Thursday class. Instructor: Haggard
$135 persons under 60. $25 MD residents over
60 (GAP462). $5 Senior Network Members
(SAP462).
Sec# Day Dates
Times
Location
03D M
1/26-3/9
3:15-5:25p
ES 217
04D Th 1/29-3/12 1-3:10p
ES 217
Intermediate Painting II:
Acrylics and Watercolor
Students will continue to build on skills
achieved in Intermediate Painting I. Gain
further confidence as you fine-tune and master
your work in your media. Receive individual
instruction and encouragement as you explore
personal modes of expression. Pre-requisite:
Intermediate Painting I: Acrylics and Watercolor.
Instructor: Note: ES 219/220 will also be used.
Haggard
$135 persons under 60. $25 MD residents over
60 (GAP531). $5 Senior Network Members
(SAP531).
Sec# Day Dates
Times
Location
03D M
3/23-5/4
3:15-5:25p
ES 217
04D Th 3/26-5/7
1-3:10p
ES 217
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Pastel Painting
Explore the possibilities using pastels. Students
will practice with different kinds of pastels such
as water soluble, oil, and dry pastels. Try a variety of techniques such as washes, burnishing,
blending, hatching, and crosshatching, to name
a few. All levels of artist are welcome. Note: No
senior tuition waiver. Instructor: Hunter
3 sessions, 4.5 hours, $49
Course #: GAP119
Sec# Day Dates
Times
Location
02 T
2/24-3/10 12:30-2p
ES 217
03 T
5/12-5/26 10-11:30a
ES 217
Open Studio
Do you need a designated painting time to
work on projects? Take advantage of this open
studio session. This is not for first time students.
Instructions will be limited and individualized.
Students should bring their supplies and projects weekly. The instructor will be available to
help with those trouble spots and offer encouragement and suggestions as you work. Note:
No senior tuition waiver. Instructor: Hunter
8 sessions, 16 hours, $49
Course #: GAP180
Sec# Day Dates
Times
Location
02 W 4/8-5/27
2-4p
ES 217
Painting I
It’s a blank canvas - what can you do with it?
This course will cover varied approaches to oil
painting for the beginning painter. Exploration
and experimentation are encouraged. Develop
your abilities now. Notes: Previous experience
in drawing is recommended. Corresponds to
credit course ART140. Instructor: Donohue
$475 persons under 60. $70 MD residents 60
and above.
Course #: GUA601
Sec# Day Dates
Times
Location
01* M
1/26-5/11 12-2:50p
AS C231
02* M
1/26-5/11 6-8:50p
AS C231
*01 - No class Mar. 16.
*02 - No class Mar. 16.
Fundamentals of Design I
Study two-dimensional design! Learn to
organize graphic elements in effective, unified
designs, whether in photography, fine arts,
commercial art, or everyday life. Included is a
brief introduction to color theory. This course is
valuable for persons anticipating a career in art,
photography, media technology, or education.
Get started today! Note: Corresponds to credit
course ART101. Instructor: Dilks
$475 persons under 60. $70 MD residents 60
and above.
Course #: GUA104
Sec# Day Dates
Times
Location
01* W 1/21-5/6
1-3:50p
AS C231
02* W 1/21-5/6
6-8:50p
AS C231
*01 – No class Mar. 18.
*02 – No class Mar. 18.
