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Spring 2012 Community Classes
All classes are open to both women and men of all ages, and unless otherwise noted are taught in English at the VCUQatar building located within Education City campus on Al Luqta Street, Doha.
- Pay securely online below or in person at the VCUQatar Student Affairs office between 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Seats are limited and can only be reserved with full payment.
- Refunds incur a minimum fee of $20, and cannot be processed after the start of classes
- Questions can be directed to the Student Affairs office: 4402-0555 or to Annette Wendling-Willeke at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
- All fees are donated to the VCUQatar scholarship fund. Fees are based on both instructor contact hours and materials.
- Please note that certificates for the courses will be handed out to students during the last class only. Students who want to receive their certificate should be present for this class.
Starting 5 February 2012
1) Oil Painting BasicsThis course is designed as an introduction to the techniques of oil painting, however all levels of experience are welcome. The class will focus primarily on still life, with the option of portraiture later in the course for those who are interested. Instructor: Zoe Hawk |
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2) Hollow Clay Sculpture - taught in Arabic for Artistsنحت التماثيل الطينية الخزفيةRenowned Iraqi ceramist Ahmed Allawi will work with you on 3D hollow clay construction techniques to create three dimensional ceramic work Instructor: Ahmed Allawi |
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3) Survival Arabic Level 1Learn the basic Arabic conversational phrases and the alphabet Instructor: Abeer Hammad |
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5) Feng Shui for your HomeParticipants will organize spaces in their residences based on Feng Shui principles thereby activating support for personal goals in their life's aspirations. Instructor: Bonna Bech |
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Starting 6 February 2012
8) Oil Painting Basics - taught in Arabicمباديء الرسم بالألوان الزيتيةThis class will introduce painting with oil color and the potential for this material, through teaching oil colors technique, how to apply ,mix and blend colors directly on canvas or on pallet, how to draw with brush strokes. It will show the students many classic master paintings which show different trends to enrich their knowledge, this course will assist the students who have a background to enhance their artistic knowledge, and will help beginners to get involved with the artistic atmosphere. Instructor: Fairouz Wakadi |
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10) Textile Printing Design - taught in Arabicتصميم وطباعة المنسوجاتLearn how to create and color a design for different purposes, i.e. to be printed on a piece of fabric and the printing and continuous printing methods involved. Instructor: Mona Salamah |
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11) Jewelry DrawingClass will focus on jewelry model making, sketching and drawing designs, jewelry design presentation techniques, study about gem stones, period jewelries, trends and styles, principles and elements of design applied in jewelry designing. Students will make individual jewelry design model presentations and develop Design Boards and make 3D drawings with specifications in professional standards. Instructor: Manjulakshmi Bharathan |
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12) Design your Pattern - taught in Arabicالنحت على الجدار (سيراميك)The course will teach you how to analyze Islamic, Pharaonic and historical art motives to create a pattern of your own style for use on special items like wall hangings, frames, wallpapers, carpets, papers. You will also learn several interesting coloring techniques Instructor: Mona Salamah |
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Starting 8 February 2012
16) Art Workshop at Mathaf Museum StudioThis class will focus on the artwork of Mathaf featured artist Cai Guo Qiang. We will look closely at his exhibition to discover his process and inspiration and then, based on our conclusions create projects through drawing, painting and stencilling Instructor: Zoe Hawk |
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Starting 9 February 2012
20) Sketching in Different Media - taught in Arabicالرسم بوسائل مختلفةLearn to sketch using a variety of different and sometimes unexpected media Instructor: Dr. Samah Gaber |
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Starting 10 February 2012
23) Adobe Photoshop Basics, Section 1Learn the basics of this state of the art photo editing tool Instructor: Tarik Dibsi |
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24) 3D Studio Max 2010 Intensive – 1, Class AAs the most widely used 3D package in the world, 3d Studio Max provides a comprehensive, integrated 3D modeling, animation, and rendering solution for professionals. This course is part one of an extensive hands-on training in all 3D Studio Max areas, including: modeling, materials-texturing-shading, UVW mapping, interior-exterior-lighting, cameras setup, character rigging, animation techniques, rendering and special effects. All lessons are reinforced with projects that apply each new technique to a real-world scenario. In this course we share with you valuable tips and insights gained during years of experience. This course will be continued with part two (3D Studio Max 2010 Intensive – 2, further 16 sessions at additional QAR 4,000) during the late spring program mid-April to Mid-June. Instructor: Mohammed Othman |
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25) Phad Painting, Representing Animals in traditional Indian PaintingWe are learning to paint a scene from "PHAD" (a narrative story) on hand processed canvas with initial steps of learning sketching and painting basic animals and figures Instructor: Smita Aloni |
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27) Adobe Illustrator BasicsLearn the basics of this state of the art digital drawing tool Instructor: Tarik Dibsi |
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28) 3D Studio Max 2010 Intensive – 1, Class BAs the most widely used 3D package in the world, 3d Studio Max provides a comprehensive, integrated 3D modeling, animation, and rendering solution for professionals. This course is part one of an extensive hands-on training in all 3D Studio Max areas, including: modeling, materials-texturing-shading, UVW mapping, interior-exterior-lighting, cameras setup, character rigging, animation techniques, rendering and special effects. All lessons are reinforced with projects that apply each new technique to a real-world scenario. In this course we share with you valuable tips and insights gained during years of experience. This course will be continued with part two (3D Studio Max 2010 Intensive – 2, further 16 sessions at additional QAR 4,000) during the late spring program mid-April to Mid-June. Instructor: Mohammed Othman |
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Starting 11 February 2012
31) Google Sketchup Basics for BeginnersLearn the basics of this simple and intuitive 3D modeling tool Instructor: Tony Russell |
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32) Adobe Photoshop Basics, Section 2Learn the basics of this state of the art photo editing tool Instructor: Tarik Dibsi |
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33) Adobe InDesign BasicsLearn the basics of this state of the art graphic design tool Instructor: Tarik Dibsi |
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34) Graphic Design Principles (Basics 2)An Exploration of Graphic Design through the integration of Typography and imagery from planning, conceptualization, and creation, through management of content for a variety of projects. Major topics included: contrast and fusion of graphic form, text/image collage, hierarchy, grid systems, extended layouts and Printing Methods. The course provides practical experience in essential studio processes and procedures, critiques, and group discussion. Instructor: Nesma Magdy Khodier |
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35) Graphic Design Principles (Basics 1)Introduces the basic principles and elements of graphic design, the history of graphic design, forms and shapes development, color theory, lines, texture and how they can be organized in a composition and discusses key topics like taste, design evolution, communication & expression. The course provides practical experience in essential studio processes and procedures, critiques, and group discussion Instructor: Nesma Magdy Khodier |
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Starting 5 March 2012
36) Ceramic Mosaics, Section 2 - taught in Arabicتشكيل الزخارف (الفسيفساء) باستخدام السيراميكIntroduction to ceramic mosaic for surface treatment Instructor: Zaineb Balasem Yasser |
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Starting 11 March 2012
37) Clay Murals - taught in Arabic for Artistsالنحت على الجدار (سيراميك)Renowned Iraqi ceramist Ahmed Allawi will work with you on 3D clay construction techniques to create bas relief ceramic work Instructor: Ahmed Allawi |
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Starting 15 March 2012
38) Silver Jewelry, Section 3Traditional Jewelry Making Techniques incorporating sawing, texturing, shaping and soldering using sterling silver Instructor: Libby Smyth-Turczyn |
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39) Silver Jewelry, Section 4Traditional Jewelry Making Techniques incorporating sawing, texturing, shaping and soldering using sterling silver Instructor: Libby Smyth-Turczyn |
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6) Basic Film Making - taught in Arabicمباديء صناعة الأفلامThis course is designed as an introduction to film making, the camera, video editing, lighting and audio principles. Instructor: Ibrahem Saber |
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7) PhotographyPhotography is an important component in the field of communication design. This course will cover the basics of digital photography from understanding your camera manual to getting inspired by famous photographers and understanding their expression through photography. We will engage in several exercises to understand the basics such as depth of field, exposure, movement and shutter speed, white balance and simple postproduction Instructor: Rosalie Wiesner |
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13) Design your HomeClass will focus on Interior Design space layouts, color design, design elements, lighting design, flooring and wall treatments, textile and furniture selection and many more. Students will design and make interior models and boards. Learn about interior styles and trends. Instructor: Manjulakshmi Bharathan |
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14) Fashion IllustrationLearn the basic fashion figure and how to draw and color clothes on it to communicate your design ideas Instructor: Don Earley |
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15) Drawing BasicsDrawing basics for beginners. The primary focus will be on observational and realistic representation (not abstraction) while familiarizing and experimenting with different drawing materials and subject matter Instructor: Ben Barbour |
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17) Silver Jewelry, Section 1Traditional Jewelry Making Techniques incorporating sawing, texturing, shaping and soldering using sterling silver Instructor: Libby Smyth-Turczyn |
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18) Silver Jewelry, Section 2Traditional Jewelry Making Techniques incorporating sawing, texturing, shaping and soldering using sterling silver Instructor: Libby Smyth-Turczyn |
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19) Watercolor Painting BasicsLearn to use basic watercolor painting techniques. This introduction to painting with watercolors will include learning to control this transparent medium through the use of wet into wet washes and various types of strokes. Instructor: Dr. Charles Bleick |
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29) Fashion Dress Making BasicsClass will focus on fashion garment construction, pattern cutting and developing various models based on the basic garment. Students will construct individual garments, study about application of textiles and fundamentals of design garment making. Instructor: Manjulakshmi Bharathan |
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30) Introduction to Fashion DesignClass will focus on fashion designing and drawing, developing concepts, workshops on design boards, color study, figure drawings, design principles and elements, textile study and draping. Study and application of various fashion styles and trends. Students will develop individual design boards and portfolios. Instructor: Manjulakshmi Bharathan |
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