West Valley College Courses

This course provides students the opportunity to intensify their study of personal artistic direction through developing a cohesive and connected body of life drawings. Projects focus on use of multip

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

In this class, students are introduced to basic techniques and applications of traditional materials associated with painting in aqueous media. Students have the opportunity to learn realistic and abs

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

In this class students have the opportunity to refine their technical skills associated with watercolor and related aqueous media. The focus of this class is on paint handling, using appropriate compo

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

In this class students are introduced to alternative painting surfaces, materials and procedures in combination with traditional watercolor and aqueous media approaches. This class emphasizes advanced

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

In this course, students have an opportunity to continue their study of personal artistic direction by developing a cohesive body of work within the confines of watercolor or other aqueous media. Proj

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

In this course students have the opportunity to learn the basic elements of painting using a variety of techniques, materials, and tools. Structure, composition, paint handling, light effects, and col

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

In this course, students have the opportunity to refine basic painting skills in addition to expand understanding of paint handling, structure and volume, perspective, composition, and color theory. S

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

In this course, students have the opportunity to pursue personal styles and interests. Advanced theories of composition and color are covered through studio practice and research of the history of pai

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

In this course students have the opportunity to intensify their study of personal artistic direction through developing a cohesive body of work. Project assignments focus on series and theme developme

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of illustration, emphasizing principles of design, color theory, sequential visual storytelling, and the history of illustration. Students have the

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course provides students with an opportunity to explore fundamental theories and methods of creating computer art and the impact of technology on 21st century art production. It introduces studen

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course provides students with the opportunity to develop intermediate computer generated imaging (CGI) skills. Topics include mechanical and organic modeling, UV mapping and shading, best practic

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course introduces students to the processes, principles, and tools of photography. Topics include the development of technical and aesthetic skills, elements of design and composition, camera tec

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course continues the investigation begun in ARTS 062A of the historical and practical aspects of photography with a focus on the black and white image. Students have the opportunity to examine no

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course continues the investigation of the historical and practical aspects of photography with a focus on color digital photography. Students have the opportunity to examine not only their own wo

• California Community Colleges System
• 45 hours
• 29th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course