Here is what’s new at Classes Near You > California:
Joshua Tree National Park Association
www.joshuatree.org
Joshua Tree National Park Association is a not-for-profit organization formed to assist with preservation, education, historical, and scientific programs for the benefit of Joshua Tree National Park and its visitors.
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Night Sky Photography
Saturday, September 24 – Sunday, September 25, 2016
Oasis Visitor Center, Twentynine Palms, CA
If you enjoy photography and are fascinated by the desert night sky, this two-day hands-on workshop is for you! Dennis Mammana will teach participants how to use even the simplest of cameras to create magnificent celestial portraits. Class limited to 12 participants. Cost: $110 for JTNPA/PINE members, $120 nonmembers
Picture the Park in Black and White
Saturday, October 15, 2016
Joshua Tree Visitor Center, Joshua Tree, CA
There was a time when black and white photography was all we had. Though color has brought us incredible opportunities that would have been envied long ago, the classic black and white photograph is still highly revered. Join professional photographer Jim Smart as he leads you through a unique and extensive workshop covering a variety of aspects of black and white photography. Class size limited to 12 participants.
Cost: $60 for JTNPA/PINE/OSHER members, $70 nonmembers
Watercolor Painting in Joshua Tree National Park
Sunday, October 16, 2016
Joshua Tree Visitor Center, Joshua Tree, CA
Indulge your creativity with a day of painting in a beautiful, reserved campground in the Joshua Tree National Park. Participants will be immersed in the desert landscape to inspire originality and learn the observational skills that are essential to painting nature. John Scahill, artist and instructor, will help students shift the desert scenery to paper with watercolor paint. Cost: $60 for JTNPA/PINE/OSHER members, $70 nonmembers.
Light & Color: Oil Painting in Joshua Tree National Park
Sunday, November 6, 2016
Joshua Tree Visitor Center, Joshua Tree, CA
Capture the vitality of Keys Ranch in this oil painting class with Diane McClary. McClary will teach fundamental plein air painting techniques while immersed in the beauty of the Keys Ranch, a National Historic Site. She will demonstrate and explain the method behind her unique use of color and her approach to color harmony in the field.
Cost: $60 for JTNPA/PINE members, $70 non members
Pine Needle Basketry
November 12-13, 2016
Oasis Visitor Center, Twentynine Palms, CA
The craft of coiled basketry is practiced world-wide using a variety of natural and man-made materials. Kathi Klopfenstein will teach you one of many techniques to start a coiled pine needle basket, basic stitching, how to shape your basket, and how to finish your basket. You will learn about responsible collecting of pine needles, preparation, and storage of your materials. A variety of coiled baskets will be available for the students to study. Kathi will provide the basketry materials. Beginner and experienced coilers are welcome.
Cost: $110 JTNPA/PINE/OSHER members/ $120 non members
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Fine Art Photography in Joshua Tree National Park
Friday, November 18, 2016
Oasis Visitor Center, Twentynine Palms, CA
Immerse yourself in the wonders of Joshua Tree National Park and connect with the enchantment to be found there. The content of this workshop will focus, not only on the mechanics of photography, but, also on personal interpretation and expression which is the heart of the art. This is an “action packed” workshop, so, bring your camera equipment, camping equipment and enthusiasm and watch your creativity soar.
Cost: $160 JTNPA/PINE/OSHER members/ $170 non members
Smartphone and Point-and-Shoot Techniques to Make Your Travel Photos “POP”
Sunday, November 13, 2016
Oasis Visitor Center, Twentynine Palms, CA
Elevate your travel photography by understanding elements of compelling images and the easiest camera you have with you – your smartphone or basic point-and-shoot. Professional photographer and teacher, Diana Shay-Diehl, who has spent over 30 years capturing images from film to digital, will focus on basic approaches to photography while making extraordinary images from the ordinary. You will learn how to overcome the limitations of cellphone and other modern cameras.
Cost: $60 for JTNPA/PINE members, $70 nonmembers
Photographing the High Desert
Saturday, December 3, 2016
Big Morongo Canyon Preserve, Morongo Valley, CA
Grab your camera and put on your hiking boots for this intensive all-day photo shoot in the Joshua Tree National Park! Craig Fucile will guide the class in seeing the natural beauty of the park through the camera lens. The class will begin with early morning light at the Big Morongo Canyon Preserve followed by a mid-morning instructional program at Black Rock Canyon Visitor Center. The afternoon session will relocate to a special “photographers only” session at Keys Ranch, focusing on how to capture the buildings and historic remnants at this remarkable homestead.
Cost: $85 for JTNPA/PINE members, $95 non members
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