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Photography Basics
Tuesday, November 19, DCRC Meeting Room 2
Learn about all the gear you need, the camera settings (shutter speed, aperture, ISO) you want to use, and all kinds of shooting tips and techniques to help you take great photos.
Meet the Instructor:
Jeff Sagar concentrates on capturing fine art landscape and nature images through photography. His view of photography is really about the journey – finding and exploring new places, learning and experimenting with different equipment and techniques, and meeting interesting people along the way. Jeff also teaches photography classes, and photographs real estate, people, and sports.
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November 2019
Color Your Way to Calm
11/1/2019, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Avondale
Coloring can be a form of escapism where one can shed stress and worries of the day and just focus on a simple, creative task. Adult coloring can be just the outlet we need to unplug and reset our brains from work, social media and electronic entertainment. Coloring can be a creative outlet or attractive hobby for anyone looking to socialize or take the time to do something a little different.
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Smart Phone/ Tablet Photography
11/4/2019, 2:30 – 4:30 PM, Avondale
Do you have a camera, smart phone, or tablet and want to learn how to make amazing pictures? We go through the compositional steps of making interesting images, learning how to use your camera’s features, utilize editing apps and explore different photographic styles. This class is great for beginners and enthusiasts. Participants need to bring their camera, smart phone, or tablet to class.
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Intermediate Ceramics
11/7/2019 – 12/19/2019 (No Class 11/28), 6:00 – 8:30, Dublin Community Rec Center Ceramics
For both new and experienced ceramics students. New students begin with the basics of clay hand building techniques such as pinch pots, slab rolling and coils. Textures, color, shape and differing styles are introduced as well as glazing and finishing techniques. Time permitting we work on the basics of throwing on the potter’s wheel. Experienced students can continue to refine their skills and work on ceramic projects of their own choice. The studio is open for independent projects; instructional aid is available for individualized assistance, project ideas and technical expertise. Students can practice wheel throwing, hand building and have access to high-fire and low-fire glaze applications. All materials provided.
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Ancient Earthworks of Dublin
11/21/2019, 6:00 – 7:00 PM, Ferris Wright Park
Visit the new Ferris-Wright Park, site of Adena-Hopewell ceremonial mounds. Ohio was the epicenter of these ancient cultures. We hike the park and learn the rich history of this part of Dublin, from ancient to modern times. See and touch artifacts and tour the first timber frame home in Dublin.
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Fall Mason Jar Luminary
11/212/2019, 1:30 – 3:00 PM, Avondale
With the holidays approaching, we’re sure that home decoration ideas are starting to fill your thoughts. Join us at Avondale in creating cute Mason jar luminaries that can enhance your Thanksgiving table.
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December 2019
Ceramics Hand Building
12/2/2019, 2:30 – 4:30 PM, Avondale
Learn to create beautifully decorated clay vessels through the basics of ceramic hand building! We will learn to create our own clay works through stamping, slipping and slab construction. This is an easy project that anyone can pick-up and continue to create inspiring clay vases.
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Color Your Way to Calm
12/6/2019, 2:00 – 3:00 PM, Avondale
Coloring can be a form of escapism where one can shed stress and worries of the day and just focus on a simple, creative task. Adult coloring can be just the outlet we need to unplug and reset our brains from work, social media and electronic entertainment. Coloring can be a creative outlet or attractive hobby for anyone looking to socialize or take the time to do something a little different.
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Smart Phone/ Tablet Photography
12/9/2019, 2:30 – 4:30 PM, Avondale
Do you have a camera, smart phone, or tablet and want to learn how to make amazing pictures? We go through the compositional steps of making interesting images, learning how to use your camera’s features, utilize editing apps and explore different photographic styles. This class is great for beginners and enthusiasts. Participants need to bring their camera, smart phone, or tablet to class.
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Ancient Earthworks of Dublin
12/12/2019, 6:00 – 7:00 PM, Ferris Wright Park
Visit the new Ferris-Wright Park, site of Adena-Hopewell ceremonial mounds. Ohio was the epicenter of these ancient cultures. We hike the park and learn the rich history of this part of Dublin, from ancient to modern times. See and touch artifacts and tour the first timber frame home in Dublin.
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Intro to Drawing
12/16/2019, 2:30 – 4:30 PM, Avondale
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of drawing at Avondale! Students will learn basic techniques such as shading, controlling tones, composition and drawing methods. Each session will be project-based on the changing season! Students will need to provide drawing pencils, sketch book, eraser and pencil sharpener.
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DIY Winter Wonderland Ornament
12/20/2019, 1:30 – 3:00 PM, Avondale
With the holidays approaching, we’re sure that home decoration ideas are starting to fill your thoughts. Join us at Avondale in creating DIY winter wonderland ornaments that can enhance your holiday home decorations.
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