In this beginner class participants will learn the principles of fused glass and design.

Students will be able to pick up their finished kiln fired piece the following week.

This is the perfect beginner class to try fused glass art or make something fun and new. I provide all the glass, glue and shapes you need to make a special piece. Just bring your creativity! I will then take your art to my studio to fire in the kiln and return them to Charlevoix Circle of Art the next week. The pieces will go through two firings, one to fuse the glass together, then your piece will be put in a mold to shape it in the square bowl mold in the next firing.

All materials included.

ABOUT Teri Crandell

 

Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.

Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4

Maximum # of Participants = 12

The elegant Great Egret is a dazzling sight in many a Michigan wetland. These are large birds with impressive wingspans. Watercolorist Megan Swoyer will lead you down a path featuring various watercolor techniques to capture the whites of the feathers, the yellow-orange bills and black legs. We’ll also mix up some fabulous greens to echo those in the marsh land. Our sky can take on whatever hues you’d like, even a dawn or sunset vibe! 

Next we’ll capture a slice of quintessential Mackinac with a hanging container brimming with pretty geraniums popping against a vintage yellow structure. We’ll have fun creating leafy foliage, a beckoning window, and more!

This class is for all levels watercolorists. Megan Always goes step by step and students leave with a hand-out with those steps in case they want to try it again! 

Reminders: We have a lot to do in three hours. Be on time, and please turn off phones before class begins. This class if for ages 14 and up.

 

SUPPLY LIST:

• 140-pound cold press watercolor paper. 9” x 12”, plus a half sheet  or 2/3 sheet of 9” x 12”

• A board for your paper. Can be a box side/cardboard or other.

• Painter’s tape to tape your paper down to your board.

• Table Salt (regular and/or Kosher, larger grains).

• White Crayon or white taper candle.

• 12-inch or so ruler.

• Brushes: Round brushes that come to a point when wet, including at least a size 0 or smaller for details, 4, 6, and optional larger. Smaller-size flat brushes are optional. A liner  (long bristles, thin.small) brush is very helpful but is optional.

• Watercolor paint colors: Sap green, a warm yellow, a lemon yellow, a pink, violet or purple, a red, deep blue, ocher, a quinacridone gold is optional, green-gold (or can make with sap green and LEMON yellow), cerulean blue, red, burnt sienna, indigo or Payne’s gray, brown. You don’t have to have these exact colors! Any shade of red, brown, etc. is fine! 

And don’t worry if you don’t have all these colors; most can be mixed with basic colors such as red, yellow, blue. 

 

If you would like the teacher to bring supplies for your use, the cost is $10 per head, bring cash to class and pay teacher directly. Please notify Megan in advance at megan@waterloogroup.com.

ABOUT MEGAN SWOYER

 

Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.

Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4

Maximum # of Participants = 20

With Emily Gladding of Placed by Grace Jewelry.
In this Intro to Polymer Clay Jewelry class, Emily be teaching you the basics of handling polymer clay along with the jewelry designing process. She'll also be demonstrating and teaching her floral sculpting techniques. In this class, you’ll use your new-found skills to create a unique pair of earrings and/or necklace!

This class is book-themed. Emily will have an array of book-themed clay cutters available to use, along with some samples! 

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All Materials provided.

ABOUT EMILY GLADDING

 

Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.

Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4

Maximum # of Participants = 20

For beginners to experienced!

Come learn how to capture the texture of leaves with clay! Students will create a series of small dishes using terracotta clay, leaves and glazes. A variety of leave and all other tools will be provided. Want to use leaves from home or have other questions? Email Bethany at bethany.newman702@gmail.com .

ABOUT Bethany Newman

 

Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.

Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4

Maximum # of Participants = 12

Students will have fun painting rocks!
This fun and engaging workshop is designed to inspire young artists to explore their imagination through vibrant colors and unique techniques. Painting on familiar objects such as stones and rocks encourages self-expression building confidence and artistic skills. Create a long snake of painted rocks, jack-o-lanterns, candy corn, fall leaves or wherever their creativity takes them.

With Mary Schwaderer

 

Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.

Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 3

Maximum # of Participants = 10

For ages 7 and up!

Join instructor Bethany Newman for a fun-filled hour of playing with clay! Students will learn some basics of handbuilding and will get to take home their very own creations. Glazing is done by the instructor; a pick-up date will be emailed once the final firing is completed. All supplies are provided.

ABOUT Bethany Newman

 

Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.

Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4

Maximum # of Participants = 12

This class is a fun beginner friendly introduction to needle felting. Painting with wool teaches two-dimensional needle felting, using wool fibers as "paint" to create art on fabric. Participants will create a two dimensional work of art crafted from wool. Students are encouraged to bring a photo they would like to use for reference (landscapes, or a favorite pet for example). Needle Felting is a very forgiving fun medium. Come stab your stress away, and bring home a piece of art!

All materials will be provided.

With artist Mary Duggan

 

Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.

Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4

Maximum # of Participants = 12

Join us for a delightful Autumn Gnome Making Class!

In this hands-on workshop you'll learn how to create your very own charming gnome with adorning pumpkin using a variety of materials. For all skill levels, this class will guide you through the process step-by-step, ensuring you leave with a unique piece to celebrate the fall season. Bring your creativity and enjoy a fun-filled day of crafting and community!

All materials will be provided.

With artist Carol Torres

 

Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.

Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 3

Maximum # of Participants = 8

For beginners to experienced!

Come learn how to capture the texture of leaves with clay! Students will create a series of small dishes using terracotta clay, leaves and glazes. A variety of leave and all other tools will be provided. Want to use leaves from home or have other questions? Email Bethany at bethany.newman702@gmail.com .

ABOUT Bethany Newman

 

Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.

Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4

Maximum # of Participants = 12

For ages 7 and up!

Join instructor Bethany Newman for a fun-filled hour of playing with clay! 
Students will create and decorate two ornaments! Perfect for the holiday season or for year-round decor. A pick-up date will be emailed once the final firing is completed. All supplies are provided.

ABOUT Bethany Newman

 

Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.

Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4

Maximum # of Participants = 12

Have you dabbled in ceramics and want to get back into it? In this open studio class you will be able to get your hands in the clay and build a vessel from start to finish - including glazing! With instructor Bethany Newman, participants will have the opportunity to work with a slab roller and/or hand building of small scale pieces, plus adding texture, and of course glazing! The first class is focused on building your vessel then fired in our kiln. Then students will return the following week to add texture, decorative design elements and glazing. Pieces will go through an additional kiln firing. Students will be able to pick up their finished piece, complete with clear coat. This class is open to ages 12 and above. 

For experienced individuals.

ABOUT Bethany Newman

 

Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.

Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4

Maximum # of Participants = 12

Join us for a delightful Autumn Gnome Making Class!

In this hands-on workshop you'll learn how to create your very own festive gnome using a variety of materials. For all skill levels, this class will guide you through the process step-by-step, ensuring you leave with a unique piece to celebrate the holiday or winter season. Bring your creativity and enjoy a fun-filled day of crafting and community!

All materials will be provided.

With artist Carol Torres

 

Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.

Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 3

Maximum # of Participants = 8