A variety of current computer, design and studio art classes for the beginner to the professional.

Fall 2008 Continuing Education

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Adult Computer Design Courses: 1 Credit
These courses are taught on Macintosh equipment using Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, or other software according to the expertise of the instructor. Competency in one software program will shorten the learning curve with any program you encounter in the future. If interested in our full certificate programs, refer to the college's Digital Design Series: Print and Digital Design Series: Web.

Adobe InDesign, Monday, Sept. 22 - Nov. 24, 6 - 9 pm, $435
Adobe Illustrator, Tuesday, Sept. 23 - Nov. 25, 6 - 9 pm, $435
Adobe Dreamweaver, Tuesday, Sept. 23 - Nov. 25, 6 - 9 pm, $435
Adobe Photoshop, Saturday, Sept. 27 - Dec. 13, 9 am - 12 pm, $435
HTML & Web Site Design, ONLINE, Sept. 22 - Nov. 24, $405
Cascading Style Sheets, ONLINE, Sept. 22 - Nov. 24, $405
Character Animation in Flash, Wednesday, Sept. 24 - Dec. 3, 6 - 9 pm, $435
Intermediate Adobe Photoshop, Monday, Sept. 22 - Nov. 24, 6 - 9 pm, $435
Photoshop for Photographers, Wednesday, Sept. 24 - Dec. 3, 6 - 9 pm, $435

Adult Studio Courses
Pennsylvania College of Art & Design offers a wide range of both credit and non-credit studio courses for adults. Certificate programs in Mural Painting and Home Interiors are also available. These courses range from beginner to intermediate. Drawing, painting, photography, illustration, comic book art and more. There is always something new to learn. All of the college's instructors are professional artists and designers, who bring a variety of talent and experience to the classroom.

Credit Courses
Basic/Intermediate Drawing, Thursday, Sept. 25 - Dec. 4, 6 - 9 pm, $405
Portrait Painting, Thursday, Sept. 25 - Dec. 4, 6 - 9 pm, $405
Color for Interiors, Thursday, Sept. 25 - Dec. 4, 6 - 9 pm, $405
Design Principles & Typography, Monday, Sept. 22 - Nov. 24, 6 - 9 pm, $405
Advanced Figure Drawing, Monday, Sept. 22 - Nov. 24, 6 - 9 pm, $405
Mural Painting: Methods & Materials, ONLINE, Sept. 22 - Nov. 24, $405
Introduction to Digital Photography, Thursday, Sept. 25 - Dec. 4, 6 - 9 pm, $435
Tableaux Photography, Thursday, Sept. 25 - Dec. 4, 6 - 9 pm, $435
Introduction to Interior Design, Tuesday, Sept. 23 - Nov. 25, 6 - 9 pm, $405
Installation Art, Monday, Sept. 22 - Nov. 24, 6 - 9 pm, $405
Kitchen & Bath Design, Monday, Sept. 22 - Nov. 24, 6 - 9 pm, $405
Interior Space Planning, Tuesday, Sept. 23 - Nov. 25, 6 - 9 pm, $405

Non-Credit Courses
Black & White Photography for Beginners, Wednesday, Sept. 24 - Dec. 3, 6 - 9 pm, $355
Figure Painting, Tuesday, Sept. 23 - Nov. 25, 6 - 9 pm, $325
Introduction to Beaded Jewelry, Tuesday, Sept. 23 - Nov. 18, 6 - 8 pm, $185
Jewelry Making: Precious Metal Clay, Wednesday, Sept. 24 - Oct. 22, 6 - 9 pm, $245
Intergenerational Drawing, Ages 8 to Adult, Saturday, Oct. 4 - Dec. 6, 12:30 - 3:30pm, $265
The Art of Creating Outdoor Rooms, Tuesday, Oct. 14 - Nov. 18, 6- 8:30pm, $175
Painting Flora & Fauna, Sunday, Oct. 5 - Nov. 23, 12:30 - 3:30 pm, $265
Collage and Assemblage, Tuesday, Sept. 23 - Nov. 11, 6 -9 pm, $265
Coordinating a Mural Project, Saturday, November 1, 9 am - 2:30pm, $90
The Business of Art: Getting Ready to Show, Wednesday, October 1, 6 - 8 pm, $25
The Appreciation of Art: Collecting Emerging Artists, Tuesday & Thursday, Sept. 30 & Oct. 2, 6 - 8 pm, $50
The Artists' Café, Friday, October 31, 6 - 8 pm, FREE

Supplies
Art supplies needed for each course are to be provided by the student except in youth classes for grades 1 through 9. Supplies vary greatly for each course and instructor. Students will be informed of any materials needed for the first class meeting. During the course the instructor will explain any additional materials that are necessary.

HOW TO REGISTER
Mail Complete the registration form. Print it out, fill it in, sign it and mail with check, money order (made payable to Pennsylvania College of Art & Design), or credit card information to:
Pennsylvania College of Art & Design
Continuing Education
204 North Prince Street, Box 59
Lancaster, PA 17608-0059

Fax Register by faxing your completed registration form to us, including your credit card account number, expiration date, and signature (Visa, Mastercard or American Express). Fax 717-396-1339

Telephone Call our Continuing Education Office to complete your registration over the phone. Please have your credit card information available (Visa, Mastercard or American Express).
Phone 717-396-7833, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Walk-In Come to Pennsylvania College of Art & Design and drop off your completed registration form. We will be happy to answer your questions in person. Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

All registrations and payments must be received no later than the first day of class. Enrollment is limited in many courses and registrations are accepted on a first-come basis. If you want to enroll in a class during the week just prior to its start date, please call us first to be sure we are still able to accept your registration.

Registering for any course at Pennsylvania College of Art & Design creates a short-term contract between the student and the college. Please read all registration information carefully, particularly the section on course costs and refunds. Completing a registration and paying for a course implies your understanding of and a willingness to comply with the college's schedule of costs and terms for course cancellations, student withdrawals, and refunds. Please do not hesitate to call the college at 717-396-7833 if you have any questions or need a breakdown of the fees included in the course cost.

Course Cancellations/Instructor Substitutions
Each course or workshop carries a minimum enrollment requirement. Pennsylvania College of Art & Design reserves the right to cancel any course or workshop for insufficient enrollment and to substitute instructors when necessary. If we must cancel a course or workshop, all registered students will receive notice by letter or telephone at least one week prior to the start date of the course. All payments, including all fees, will be fully refunded.

REFUNDS
All refund requests must be made in writing. Only tuition is refundable. All fees are non-refundable. Included in the cost of all courses is a $25 registration fee. To receive a breakdown of additional fees, contact the Continuing Education Office.

Refunds will be made within 30 business days of receipt of a written request. The refund amount is based on the postmarked date of written withdrawal from the course.

Credit Courses
Prior to the start of the course: 100% refund of paid tuition (not applicable fees). Request must be received in writing three business days prior to start of the course.
After the first class session: 75% of the paid tuition (not applicable fees).
After the third class meeting: 50% of paid tuition (not applicable fees).
After the fifth class meeting: 30% of paid tuition (not applicable fees).
Beyond 50% completion of the course: no refund.

Non-Credit and Youth Courses
Prior to the start of the course: 100% refund of paid tuition (not applicable fees). Request must be received in writing three business days prior to the start of the course.
No refunds after the first class meeting.

MAC Workshops
Prior to the start of the workshop: 100% refund of paid tuition (not applicable fees).

If Pennsylvania College of Art & Design cancels a course or workshop, all paid participants will receive a 100% refund of all paid tuition and fees.

In addition to these courses, Pennsylvania College of Art & Design offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Illustration, and Photography and Certificate Programs in Home Interiors, Mural Painting, Print Design and Web Design.

Email us to request a complete Continuing Education brochure.

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