Landscape Design Drawing: Session 3 Learn design and graphic techniques for more complex projects. This class introduces students to basic landscape design techniques and how to illustrate your designs with hand-drawn graphics. It is suitable for professionals, homeowners, and career changers. A basic knowledge of trees, shrubs, and perennials will be helpful. Homework and a small workspace at home is required. Textbook required: Please visit www.SHOPNSCC.com to order books. Prerequisite: Landscape Design Drawing: Sessions 1 & 2 or working knowledge/experience in design drawing.

SketchUp Level 1- REMOTE LEARNING COURSE Designed to teach the fundamentals of both 2D and 3D computer aided drawing. Emphasis will be placed on fully understanding the SketchUp interface and inference system. Lectures, tutorials, and in class assignments will guide you through the use of SketchUp's drawing, construction, and modification tools. By the end of the course you will have a 3D model constructed of groups and layers which will be ready for further development in the Level 2 SketchUp Course. Flash drive,and free Sketchup software required. Strong computer skills and knowledge of windows required. Students must activate their My Northshore account and download Sketchup Software prior to first class. Discounted SketchUp software available at https://shop.creationengine.com/collections/ sketchup-studio-for-students.

The Business of Landscaping Learn the skills needed to develop and operate a successful landscape business. Design, design-build, and maintenance-only firms will be considered. You will develop your own business and marketing plans. Topics include proposals and contracts, setting fees, dealing with clients and subcontractors, and record keeping. Hints for evaluating your own personal and financial capabilities will be given. Textbooks will be discussed at first session.

Summer brings us rich brilliant colors. Expand your design skills as you work with an exciting variety of flowers and colors. Care and handling are covered as well as design styles.  Please bring scissors, knife, ribbon cutters and wire cutters to class.    Course fee includes a $25 perishable fee.  Class meets outdoors so dress accordingly.  Rain date Tuesday, June 29th.

Enrich your design skills with this sophisticated European design style. Abundant summer flowers and native accent flowers will be used. This design style is a must for flower lovers. Please bring scissors, knife, ribbon cutters and wire cutters to class.   Course fee includes a $25 perishable fee.  Class meets outdoors so dress accordingly.  Rain date Tuesday, July 27th.

Materials and Methods of Landscape Construction Introduction to construction details, materials, and methods for the landscape. Wood arbors, decks, fences and gates, stone walls, site furniture, patio and walkway paving and other subjects such as soils, grading and earthwork will be discussed. Hands-on drawing exercises will be given. Drawing experience helpful. Homework exercises required.