East Los Angeles College Classes, Los Angeles

This course is an introduction to face painting. Participants will learn the free-hand stroke skills necessary to create swirls, teardrops, curlicues, dots and spots, stroke leaves, and teardrop flowers.  Topics will also include tool and make up selection, loading your brush with multiple colors, using split cakes, and proper hygiene. The skills...

Solar panels installations are becoming more and more popular since 2010. Thousands of home and commercial owners are looking for independent solar installers, and solar companies are hiring solar installers due to their rapid growth of work load. By 2020, all new construction must have solar as an alternate power supply.  This course will offer...

Learn step by step techniques to make beautiful jewelry designs with wires over "semi-precious" beads. Participants will learn to attach beads with solderless wire linking techniques to make earrings, bracelets and necklaces.  Class will also cover how to make your jump rings, spacers, charms and clasps with a particular design. Wire wrapping...

This 6-day workshop is designed for the makeup artist who needs to know the essential principlesof makeup artistry. We will discuss some of the ins and outs of the business. This intensive programwill give you a solid foundation from which to start or enhance an exciting career in makeup artistry.  Topics include: Brushes & tools Color...

Practice the fundamentals of basketball and improve your game. Location notes: Room numbers are provided to students once the registration is completed. Students can purchase a semester parking permit from the Community Services Office for $10 or purchase a daily permit from the dispensing machines at each parking lot/structure for $2.

Develop your natural artistic talents as you learn basic watercolor theory and techniques. This class covers color mixing, color application, and composition through fun and exciting exercises. Please read: Bring a basic watercolor set, brushes, watercolor sketchpad, pencil, and eraser. Location notes: Room numbers are provided to students once...

This course will introduce students to an array of vocabulary words. Class exercises will enable students to proactively integrate new vocabulary into their writing and speech. This class is designed for students who wish to expand their vocabulary in a quick, fun and painless way. Also those who plan to take the SAT in the future...

This course will help students understand and remember what they read. Students will learn to improve their reading comprehension skills while reading fun stories. They will also be writing summaries to each story that they read in class. Materials fee included. Location notes: Room numbers are provided to students once the registration is completed. ...

Learn how to sing or improve your technique in a supportive and friendly environment This class will teach you proper singing and breathing techniques to improve your singing style. Note: Students are recommended to bring a voice recorder (cell phones OK), paper, and pen/pencil to class. Location notes: Room numbers are provided to students once...

This course will help students understand and remember what they read. Students will learn to improve their reading comprehension skills while reading fun stories. They will also be writing summaries to each story that they read in class. Materials fee included. Location notes: Room numbers are provided to students once the registration is completed. ...

Students will enjoy interesting lessons in basic reading skills. Parents are welcomed to sit in and assist the child in learning the basics of reading skills. Price includes materials fee. Please bring #2 Pencils. Location notes: Room numbers are provided to students once the registration is completed.  Students can purchase a semester parking...

Have fun learning various drawing techniques to create the many cartoon characters we see on TV, movies, and graphic novels. This class will provide step-by-step instructions on how to draw comic book and cartoon characters. Please read: Bring pencils, eraser, sketchpad, and color pencils.

Pre-ballet introduces basic movements that will lead your child to understand the development of ballet and dance. Ballet and pre-ballet students are expected to have their hair tied back and dress in leotard, tights, and ballet slippers.  Tutu skirts in pink (pre-ballet) and black (ballet) are usually worn for the dance showcase. Photography...

This course is designed to help students understand basic mathematical concepts to gain the skills and confidence to do more challenging grade-level math exercises.  Topics include:  Ratios and proportional relationships Understanding of algebraic expressions Real world and mathematical problems involving area, surface area, and volume. ...

Phonics is a method of teaching reading based on the sound of letters, groups of letters, and syllables. Children having difficulty reading may profit from phonics. Please register students by school grade level. No pre-school children. Location notes: Room numbers are provided to students once the registration is completed.  Students can...