Artwork ~ Writing ~ Stage, film & television
Winter quarter classes & workshops-now registering

Nils Osmar has made his living in the arts for over twenty years,
working as a writer (short stories, stageplays & screenplays),
illustrator (traditional and modern media), and filmmaker.

His artwork has been published in the United States and Europe, and featured in national magazines.
His stageplays have have been produced at the Seattle Fringe Festival and other venues.
His films and movies have played at local and international film festivals.
He is also the creator of an award-winning televison show (The Edge),
and author of a short story collection, The Hungry Time.

Nils has also taught a variety of accredited and non-credit classes for over twenty years through several Seattle schools.
He currently teaches at the ASUW Experimental College and the Wonder School of the Arts.
Email: Nilsosmar@gmail.com Office: 206-420-1309.

For a full list of Nils's upcoming classes at both schools, scroll down this page. To sign up, click the Add to Cart links or call 206-420-1309

ART CLASSES

Drawing for absolute beginners
Sat 9 am-10:45 am ~ 1/17-2/7 (4 meetings) Sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College
Location: Seattle branch of the University of Washington campus. (Course fee: $99)

Anyone can draw ... this means you!  In this class we'll work our way through a number of exercises designed to train the eye, hand and imagination to work as a unit or a team.  You'll learn about shapes, shading, contour drawing, negative space and more.  This class provides a thorough, enjoyable, step-by-step introduction to drawing.  For people who have not drawn before or would like a refresher in the basics.  Instructor is a professional artist.  Nothing to bring or buy; all materials are provided. Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College, a program of the Associated Students University of Washington. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)
Tuition (1002 Drawing for Beginners class)

Learn to Draw Faces
Sat 11 am-12:45 pm ~ 1/17-2/7 (4 meetings) Sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College
Location: Seattle branch of the University of Washington campus (course fee: $99)

In this class you'll learn to draw faces and portraits using an easy step-by-step method, even if you've never drawn before.  We'll begin by sketching some faces based on simple underlying shapes, then add details.  You'll learn about features, proportions, shading, and expressions, and how to use surprisingly easy "right brain" methods to make your sketch look more like the person you're drawing.  Beginners and experienced welcome.  Nothing to bring or buy; all materials are provided. Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College, a program of the Associated Students University of Washington. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)
Tuition (1005 faces class winter 2009)

Figure Drawing for beginners
Sat 1:30 pm-3:15 pm ~ 1/17-2/7 (4 meetings) Sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College
Location: Seattle branch of the University of Washington campus (course fee: $99)

Anyone can learn how to draw people!  In this class you'll learn how to draw the human figure, using an easy step-by-step method.  We'll start by sketching some figures based on simple, underlying shapes, then add in the details.  You'll learn about proportions and foreshortening, motion and action and how to use shading to make the figure look real and three-dimensional.  No need to buy or bring any art materials; they're all provided. Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College, a program of the Associated Students University of Washington. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)
Tuition (EC FIGURE DRAWING CLASS)

Colored Pencil Drawing for Beginners
1/25-2/15_5 p.m.-6:45 p.m. Sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts.
Location: University District in Seattle, near the U.W. campus. (course fee: $99)

In this fun, beginning-level class, students will learn to mix and blend colors, and draw and paint a number of objects (real and imaginary!) using colored pencils. Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)

Cartooning 101
Sun 1 p.m.-2:45 p.m. ~ 1/18-2/8 (4 meetings) Sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College
Location: Seattle branch of the University of Washington campus (course fee: $99)

In this workshop, you'll learn how to create your own cartoon characters, working in a humorous "Sunday Funnies" style, even if you've never drawn before.  We'll draw humorous, simplified faces and figures, cartoon animals and more.  Plus: inking, coloring, copyrighting your artwork and getting published.  The instructor's artwork has been published in the U.S. and Europe.  Nothing to bring or buy; all materials are provided. Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College, a program of the Associated Students University of Washington. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)
Tuition (1007 Cartooning class winter 2009)

Perspective Drawing for Beginners
Sat 3:30 p.m.-5:15 p.m. ~ 1/17-2/7 (4 meetings) Sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts.
Location: University District in Seattle, near the U.W. campus. (course fee: $99)

Perspective can be fun!  In this enjoyable one-day workshop, you'll learn the basics of perspective, including vanishing points and horizon lines and how to use them to make your drawings look real and three-dimensional.  We'll cover 1, 2 and 3-point perspective, and ten easy ways to add a sense of depth to your artwork when you don't want to use formal perspective. Beginning artists welcome!  All materials are provided. Nils Osmar, instructor. Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)

How to Draw Clothing
Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 2/14 only (1 meeting) Sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts.
Location: University District in Seattle, near the U.W. campus. (course fee: $99)

Like drawing people, but not sure how to draw clothes on them? In this class, you'll learn about tension lines, support points, types of folds, and other easy tips and secrets of making clothing in your drawings look real. Great for artists, wanna-be-artists, costume designers, fashion illustrators and doodlers.  Absolute beginners welcome! Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)

Exploring Color
Sunday 1 pm-5:30 pm ~ 1/18 only (1 meeting) Sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts.
Location: University District in Seattle, near the U.W. campus. (course fee: $55)

Spend the day painting and playing with color, even if you've never painted before.  In this relaxing, enjoyable class, you'll learn about color theory, color wheels, warm and cool colors, tints, shades and color mixing.  It's a fun class based around exercises that will make the information clearer.  Previous students have included artists, designers, homemakers, gardeners, remodelers and independent wedding planners.  All levels are welcome.  Nothing to bring or buy; all materials are provided. Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)

Acrylic Painting for Beginners
Sundays, January 25-February 8, 3 p.m.-5 p.m. (Three meetings) Sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts.
Location: University District in Seattle, near the U.W. campus. (course fee: $99) (plus $35 materials fee)

Acrylics are a good medium for beginners. They're easier to use than watercolors, and less toxic than oils. In this enjoyable introductory class, you'll llearn how to mix colors, and paint some familiar objects. Note: There is a $35 supply fee for this class, which is payable to the instructor in the first class meeting. This class is sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts, and is held in the U district in Seattle. Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)

Drawing and Painting Flowers
Sunday November 23rd, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (One meeting) Sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts.
Location: University District in Seattle, near the U.W. campus.Course fee: $99 (plus $5 materials fee)

Come spend a relaxing class drawing and painting flowers, using an easy, step-by-step method.  We'll start with some warm up exercises to get the shape of the leaves and petals, then have fun drawing a variety of flower types. Beginning artists welcome!  Note: there is a $5 supply fee for this class, payable in the first meeting. This class is sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts, and held in the University District (near the campus) in Seattle. Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the Wonder School of the Arts. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)

ACTING AND FILMMAKING CLASSES

Beginning Acting
Tues 7 pm-9:30 pm ~ 1/20-2/17 (5 meetings) Sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College
Location: Seattle branch of the University of Washington campus (course fee: $150)

Acting is fun!  In this enjoyable class you'll learn how to create characters, memorize dialogue, use your voice, body and emotions as acting tools and perform short scenes onstage in front of other students.  Plus: warm-ups, theater games, improvisational acting, info about the Seattle theater scene, how to audition.  Great for beginners!  Instructor has participated in live theater for over ten years as an actor, playwright, producer and director, and is the creator of an award-winning television series (THE EDGE).  His feature film, XEROS, premiered to sold out audiences in the Seattle True Independence Film Festival.  Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College, a program of the Associated Students University of Washington. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)
Tuition (EC Beginning Acting class)

Acting in a Movie
Wed 7 pm-9:30 pm ~ 1/21-2/18 (5 meetings) Sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College
Location: Seattle branch of the University of Washington campus (course fee: $200)

In this class we'll create and film a short independent movie from scratch.  Students are free to act in it, help write or choose a script, help out on crew.  It's a fun way to find out what it feels like to be in front of the camera (or behind it), great for people thinking about producing movies of their own, and a good way for actors to get something for their reel.  (No previous acting or filmmaking experience necessary.)  Instructor has produced and directed over thirty films and is the creator of an award-winning television series. Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College, a program of the Associated Students University of Washington. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)
Tuition (EC ACTING IN A MOVIE CLASS)

Filmmaking for Beginners
Sun, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ~ 1/18-2/15 (5 meetings) Sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College
Location: Seattle branch of the University of Washington campus (course fee: $150)

In this intensive, information-packed class, you'll learn all about the process of making an independent movie.  Topics include cameras and camcorders; where to buy or rent equipment; how to record good audio; how, when and where to use lighting; how to find actors and crew; how to tell your story visually; and more.  Plus: information about film festivals, licensing and permits and a demonstration of digital editing using Final Cut Pro.  Whether you'd like to make a short or feature, this class will answer your questions and may save you thousands of dollars. This class is sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College, and held on the University of Washington campus in Seattle. Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College, a program of the Associated Students University of Washington. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)
Tuition (EC FILMMAKING CLASS)

WRITING CLASSES

Writing Fiction and Short Stories
Sun, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ~ 1/18-2/15 (5 meetings) Sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College
Location: Seattle branch of the University of Washington campus (course fee: $150)

Writing is a natural skill that everyone can develop.  In this class, students will write short stories and other word pieces and get feedback from the instructor and others in the class.  The focus will be on developing our writing skills, finding our genuine voices, learning to let the process happen effortlessly and spontaneously.  Also: information about copyrighting and getting published.  Instructor is the author of a short story collection, The Hungry Time, and has also written stage plays, screenplays and magazine articles.  All levels welcome.  Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College, a program of the Associated Students University of Washington. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)
Tuition (EC WRITING FICTION class)

It's Time to Write Your Screenplay
Fri 7 pm-9 pm ~ 1/23-2/20 (5 meetings) Sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College
Location: Seattle branch of the University of Washington campus (course fee: $125)

In this class, you'll learn how to write a screenplay that is grounded in the traditional elements of storytelling, yet expresses something personal and unique without relying on simplistic formulas.  We'll focus on plot, genre and character development, identifying and writing for your target audience and more.  Plus, you'll learn how to find an agent and how to pitch your screenplay to buyers and producers.  We'll wrap up with a demonstration of script formatting using Final Draft.  The instructor has written and produced over thirty screenplays and teleplays, including three full-length feature films.  Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College, a program of the Associated Students University of Washington. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)
Tuition (EC SCREENWRITING CLASS)

COMPUTER CLASSES

Adobe Photoshop
Mon 7 pm-9:15 pm ~ 1/26-2/9 (3 meetings) Sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College
Location: Seattle branch of the University of Washington campus (course fee: $150)

Photoshop is fun!  Whether you're a total beginner, a home user or a graphics professional using Photoshop on the job, this class will help.  You'll learn the key elements of the program, including scanning, layers, channels, filters, color correction and more.  Class includes six hours of group instruction (demonstration, not hands-on), PLUS one FREE hour of hands-on private instruction (a $75 value) for each student, in which the instructor will meet individually with students outside of class to help with problems or individual projects. Nils Osmar, instructor. Nils Osmar, instructor. This class is sponsored by the ASUW Experimental College, a program of the Associated Students University of Washington. To sign up, click the "Add to Cart" link below; or call Nils at 206-420-1309. (Please read the liability statement at the bottom of this page before signing up.)
Tuition (EC PHOTOSHOP CLASS)

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: HOW TO SIGN UP!

This web page has information about upcoming classes and workshops in the Seattle area.
To sign up online at any time, scroll down to find your class, then click on the Add to Cart link under the class title.
To sign up by phone at any time, call 206-420-1309. Questions? Email Seattleworkshops@aol.com or call 206-420-1309

Note: Some of the classes are sponsored by the Wonder School. Others, by the Experimental College.
They are separate schools, with separate registration departments. But you can sign up for them all through this page.
The Experimental College registration line will open on 1/6/09. But you don't have to wait till it opens.
To sign up for any of the classes at any time, just click on the ADD TO CART button or call 206-420-1309.

The Experimental College charges a $10 registration fee in addition to the course fee.
Some Wonder School classes have a small materials fee, which is due on the first day of class.

Liabilty agreement for Experimental College classes
(by signing up for an Experimental College class, you are indicating your agreement with this statement)
I acknowledge that all activities involve inherent risks and agree to assume all risks of personal harm or injury relating to or resulting from my participation in any or all Experimental College classes for which I have registered. I further agree to hold the Experimental College, the ASUW, the instructors,their families and associates, and the University of Washington harmless for all liability that may arise as a result of my participation in these classes.

Liability statement for Wonder School classes
(by signing up for a Wonder School class, you are indicating your agreement with this statement)
I understand that all activities involve risks, and I hereby agree to release and hold harmless the Wonder School of the Arts,
and all legal representatives, heirs, instructors, assistants, location owners, owner, employees, friends and family from any liability
for any personal injury arising from my participation in any or all of the classes I am applying to.

Refund policy
If you sign up for a class, then change your mind or are unable to attend, and notify the instructor before the first meeting,
you will receive your choice of either a refund of 2/3 of the course fee, or a tuition voucher* for the full amount paid.

If you attend the first meeting of a class, then decide not to continue,
and notify the instructor before the second class meeting, you will receive your choice of either a cash refund of 1/3 of the course fee or a tuition voucher*
in the amount of 2/3 of the amount paid. (No refund or tuition voucher is available if you notify the school after the second class meeting.)

If you attend some meetings of a class but miss some meetings,
you can make up the meetings you missed the following quarter, at no charge.

If you sign up for a class, and then it is cancelled, or if the date or location are changed in a way
that prevents you from attending, you will receive your choice of either a full refund, or a tuition voucher* for the full amount paid.

Registration fees are not refundable unless your class dates are changed or it's moved in such a way that you're not able to attend.

Questions? Problems registering? Or want to sign up now by phone?
Call or email Nils Osmar, instructor 206-420-1309 Seattleworkshops@aol.com

 

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