Learn the basic technical and artistic aspects of fusing glass through four projects completed during class. Create a tile and slump into a dish, create a nightlight and discover the basics of fused glass jewelry. Learn about terms, techniques and materials including dichroic glass and working with molds. Kiln sizes will be discussed and shown in class. All projects will be completed in an 8″ kiln. See a “live firing” in each session of a different warm glass technique. All projects will be fired by Sunflower Glassworks staff during the week between classes. Taught by Mary Datwyler - a full-time glass craftsman, working in fused and stained glass. She has been featured in the Albuquerque Journal, Rio Rancho Observer, Business Outlook and has had work featured on HGTV and KOAT-7. She has also authored a book in stained glass design.
Saturdays, October 10-24, 4-6pm
3 Sessions, $210.00, Materials Cost: $39
Sunflower Glassworks, 2218 Southern Blvd, Rio Rancho
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Learn the skills of cutting glass and assembling techniques for both copper foil and lead came with emphasis on soldering. One project will be done in each technique. All tools are provided. Taught by Donna Greenstsreet.
Sundays, October 11-18, 10am-4pm
$170, Materials Cost: $10
Hot Flash Glass, 2111 San Mateo NE, Albuquerque
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Early New Mexico Punched Tin Work
This one day, hands-on workshop, will teach you the basic techniques of doing punched tinwork. You will learn and practice stamping, punching and scoring on tin. Your class projects, which you can complete in this one day course, are a night-light with electrical and a tin frame with mirror (approx.12″ x 20″). A lab fee of $50, payable to Ginny or Ted Arellanes, is due on the day of class and this covers the materials needed for your projects and the use of all the tools. A lunch break of 1/2 hour, at noon, will allow you enough time to finish your projects. Bring a sack lunch. Taught by Ted and Ginny Arellanes, who are among the pre-eminent craftspersons in this traditional New Mexican art form.
Saturday, October 3, 8am-5pm
$85, Materials Cost: $50
CE South Building, 1634 University Blvd, Albuquerque
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This is an entry level course for people who have never had experience with Japanese style brush-and-ink painting (sumi-e). This course will teach the basic philosophy behind this art form and instruct the students in forming the fundamental techniques which are used in all aspects of sumi-e. The techniques are simple, and when put together the student will be able to create quality aesthetically pleasing works of art. In this art form practice does indeed make perfect. Because of the repetition involved, students with some experience with sumi-e will also find this course helpful.
“Hike a little, sketch a little” is the motto for this outdoor art class. On each of two all-day field trips, we hike about 3-4 miles during the day with frequent stops to explore various ways of outdoor sketching. The first hike we do more rapid 10 minute sketches. The second hike we take a bit more time for color sketches. In an evening class prior to the hikes we discuss and practice convenient sketching mediums and techniques. Both beginning and experienced artists welcome. Hike locations will be discussed at the evening class. A materials fee of $17.00 for a set of B&W supplies is payable to the instructor at the first class meeting.
Anyone can learn these fun and easy basic and advanced techniques for drawing and painting faces on 2D and 3D surfaces in color with paints, color pencils, ink and more. Learn how to prepare the surfaces and different projects. We will cover the basics of step by step facial proportions at different ages, male and female, and how to portray lifelike character with facial expressions. There will be many inspirational examples and samples to view in class. Students please bring items such as gourds, wood, fabric or collages to practice on. Please bring a sack lunch..jpg)
Improvisation isn’t just for people who want to perform comedy. Learning how to be present in the moment, listen attentively, and express yourself authentically and creatively, is helpful to any role we play in life, from professional to personal. A body based method of improvisation inspired by the work of Ruth Zaporah, Action Theater forgoes scripts, memorizing, and choreography and instead uses personal awareness to generate movement, sounds and narrative in a supportive, playful group setting. No experience in dance, music, or theater is necessary to enjoy this five-week workshop. You’ll build self-confidence, improve your connection to others, and discover a love for “life in the moment.”
Refine your skills on the grill this Summer with a Continuing Education cooking class. Learn the many varieties of salads, or try your hand at desserts. We have classes for all skill levels, including Culinary Skills classes to improve knowledge and technique. 
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Learn the skills professionals use everyday to make your little angels obey and cooperate. This class is a comprehensive and interactive class about strengthening the parent-child relationship. It teaches how to apply developmental stages to create better parental understanding. It explains how temperament differences affect the parent-child relationship. It will teach the five different Love Languages, which are how individuals receive and express love. It will teach innovative communication techniques. Parents will learn effective ways to help children and themselves express difficult emotions through, art, play, role-playing and multi-media. In addition, each class will include family enrichment interactive bonding and attachment activities. Bring your life partner and a willingness to learn more about life’s most precious gift, parenting.
In this Yoga class students will practice Yoga in a manner that is slow paced, gentle and supported. All postures will be practiced either seated in a chair or using the support of the chair while standing. Modifications and alternative poses will be offered as needed. Students will be encouraged to respect the limits of their bodies, while exploring individual means of expansion within those limits. Simple and safe methods of imcreasing both flexibility and strength will be offered. The use of Yoga props such as blankets, bolsters and straps will further support us in the deeply relaxing Restorative Yoga poses. Students will be encouraged to create a short personal Chair Yoga Routine to serve their individual needs and that could be practiced at home. Please come to class with a fairly empty stomach and wear loose comfortable clothing.
Summer can be a very stressful time. Economic woes, graduation activities and preparing for the Summer school break have many of us on the ropes. Its easy to feel overwhelmed, but fear not fair citizens. UNM Continuing Education has a summer full of yoga classes for people of all backgrounds and experience levels. From 
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