Classes & Workshops
ALL classes & workshops are held in our garden level art studio accessible by stairs only unless otherwise noted. Charlevoix Circle of Arts is located at 109 Clinton Street, Charlevoix, MI 49720
WATERCOLOR & THREAD COLLAGE
APRIL 25, 2024
THURSDAY
6 - 8pm
REGISTER BY: APRIL 20
CLASS FEE:
$40 or $36 for members
FORMAT: IN-PERSON
In this class you will enjoy expressing yourself through various artistic mediums. Watercolors, specifically, are a versatile and popular painting medium, allowing you to create a wide range of effects and styles. Another skill you could add to your repertoire is embroidery stitching. Embroidery is a beautiful and intricate art form that involves decorating fabric/paper using needle and thread. This can be a relaxing and meditative activity, calming your mind.
Sharon will teach you 3 different embroidery stitches. How to use watercolors. We will have pens and markers for a collage of ideas. So why not take a leap and explore the exciting world of art? Let your creativity flow!
All materials included. A beginner watercolor set, one brush, 5x7"or 6x6" heavy watercolor pad and embroidery floss all for you to keep!
Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.
Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4
Maximum # of Participants = 12
BASICS OF PHOTOGRAPHY
For DSLR and Mirrorless Camera Users.
Not intended for iPhone cameras.
APRIL 27, 2024
SATURDAY
Time: 10am - Noon
REGISTER BY: April 24
CLASS FEE: $25, or 22.50 for members
FORMAT: IN-PERSON
For ages 12 and up!
In the class, we will cover topics such as how to best use the camera you have, shooting modes, settings, the exposure triangle, the rule of thirds and composition, editing your photos, and more.
In 2 short hours you will be able to learn many of the key basics, and dramatically increase the quality of your photography!
Class presenters: John E Doskoch and Rebecca Rhea of the Charlevoix Photography Club.
Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.
Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4
Maximum # of Participants = 20
ENAMEL ON COPPER CLASS
MAY 4, 2024
SATURDAY
Time: 10am - Noon
REGISTER BY: April 30
CLASS FEE: $100, or 90 for members
FORMAT: IN-PERSON
With Courtney Uhrick! Join Courtney for a creative and fun workshop!
During your class, she will guide you step by step through the process of kiln firing to create a one of a kind colorful dish. Learn how to kiln fire enamel on copper and choose from a wide array of colorful enamel and textures.
The dish measures 3-3/8”x3”x3/4”, perfect for holding your go-to earrings, rings - a beautiful catch-all dish.
All materials provided.
Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.
Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 6
Maximum # of Participants = 12
WATERCOLOR FOR ALL LEVELS- Daffodils Pop!
MAY 29, 2024
WEDNESDAY
Time: 10am - Noon
REGISTER BY: May 24
CLASS FEE: $45, or 40.50 for members
FORMAT: IN-PERSON
This watercolor class for all levels that will feature gorgeous white daffodils popping in the spring in a few clay pots and whatnot. This class is for all levels. No drawing experience required. We will focus on values, composition, and negative painting as we bring this charming vignette to life. Whether you’ve never painted or are seasoned, we welcome all and go step-by-step!
SUPPLY LIST: DOWNLOAD PDF
Participants will need to bring their own supplies or purchase a kit that contains all you need from Megan at megan@waterloogroup.com
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9 x 12 cold press watercolor paper, preferably 140#
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2 b pencil
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Good eraser (not on your pencil)
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Watercolor paint brushes. Be sure there are some rounds ones in the mix that come to a point when wet. Like 2, 4, 6 size. Also, if you like using a flat brush that’s about ½ to 1 inch wide, we can use that in background as option.
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Paints: A rich blue, like cobalt. A turquoise. Cerulean Blue. Quinacridone Gold. Sap Green. Green-Gold. Orange. Burnt Sienna or Indian Red. Brown. Indigo is nice, too.
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A board (can use cardboard that’s a little bigger than your paper) and painters tape (wall painters tape to tape your paper to your board AFTER you do your drawing in class).
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Extras: white crayon or white candle is optional. Table salt. Toothpick. A few Q-tips.
Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.
Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4
Maximum # of Participants = 15
WATERCOLOR FOR ALL LEVELS- Bird Songs, Bunnies & blooms!
MAY 30, 2024
THURSDAY
Time: 10am - Noon
REGISTER BY: May 25
CLASS FEE: $45, or 40.50 for members
FORMAT: IN-PERSON
With Megan Swoyer!
We'll do two to three smaller paintings and some will be more gestural and fast. This class is for all levels. No drawing experience required. We will focus on values, composition, and negative painting as we bring this charming vignette to life. Whether you’ve never painted or are seasoned, we welcome all and go step-by-step!
SUPPLY LIST: DOWNLOAD PDF
Participants will need to bring their own supplies or purchase a kit that contains all you need from Megan at megan@waterloogroup.com
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9 x 12 cold press watercolor papers, preferably 140#
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2 b pencil
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Good eraser (not on your pencil)
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Watercolor paint brushes. Be sure there are some rounds ones in the mix that come to a point when wet. Like 2, 4, 6 size. Also, if you like using a flat brush that’s about ½ to 1 inch wide, we can use that in background as option.
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Paints: A rich blue, like cobalt. A turquoise. Cerulean Blue. Quinacridone Gold. Sap Green. Green-Gold. Orange. Burnt Sienna or Indian Red. Brown. Indigo is nice, too.
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A board (can use cardboard that’s a little bigger than your paper) and painters tape (wall painters tape to tape your paper to your board AFTER you do your drawing in class).
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Extras: white crayon or white candle is optional, table salt, toothpick and a few Q-tips.
Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.
Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4
Maximum # of Participants = 15
IMPROVISATION ON CANVAS
JUNE 13, 2024
THURSDAY
Time: 12 - 3pm
REGISTER BY: June 6
CLASS FEE: $89, or $80 for members
FORMAT: IN-PERSON
Students will participate in an “Improvisation On Canvas” clinic- painting to jazz music!
The focus will be on the freedom of expression in the abstract, using texture and colors to guide them. We will utilize several jazz artists of the Be Bop era… ie. Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, Dizzy, Miles, and more. Students will paint totally from intuition. Acrylic, Pastel’s and Watercolor can be the medium. Oil paints may be used as well for experienced painters.
Students are given guidelines such as putting to canvas what they are hearing- Visual interpretations of audio recordings by the Jazz Greats.
Students are encouraged to “Hear” in color and “Listen” for shape inspiration.
Modern abstractions and also realistic works are both acceptable, however, this is a great learning tool for thinking outside the box and spur of the moment.
Students will be asked to have no preconceived ideas before they start applying their medium to canvas. This class is an exercise in creativity and is open to all students of all disciplines… in art, theater, dance and music.
Open to all skill levels. It is helpful but not required for a student to have painting experience.
SUPPLY LIST:
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Your medium of choice: acrylic paints, watercolor paints or pastels. Bring a variety of colors.
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Your Canvas: Canvas' or canvas boards for acrylic paints, watercolor paper or pastel paper. Bring a few different sizes to work with: 10×10", 9×12" to large scale… square and/or rectangle.
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Tools: brushes in a few sizes plus foam brushes and palette knives.
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Easel if you have one. CCA has a limited amount of easels.
Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.
Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4
Maximum # of Participants = 12
MINI LANDSCAPE PAINTING & FOIL
JUNE 15, 2024
SATURDAY
Time: 11am - 3pm
REGISTER BY: June 10
CLASS FEE: $66, or 59.50 for members
FORMAT: IN-PERSON
Mini Canvas: Landscape with Gold Foil with artist Julie Tibus.
Craft a breathtaking landscape that features a tasteful gold foil embellishment. Our process begins by applying a tinted gesso underpainting to a 6” x 6” canvas, followed by a sketch of the scene. We then carefully apply gold foil to the areas of the reflection and sky that require it. You will then be guided through the creation of a dynamic and dramatic sky and
landscape, complete with a winding river and towering grasses. Each step is demonstrated with ample opportunity for individual coaching. This class is designed to be relaxed and beginner-friendly, and you will leave with a delightful finished painting.
Open to all skill levels.
Julie will supply your canvas.
SUPPLY LIST:
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A variety of Acrylic Paints - Liquitex Basic Acrylics are fine: White, Payne’s Grey, Cad Yellow Med, Turquoise, Magenta, Primary Blue, Black.
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Various Acrylic Brushes: be sure to have a 2” flat, one flat angled, #8 round, and a Filbert brush.
(Julie will supply your canvas.)
Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.
Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4
Maximum # of Participants = 12
POLYMER CLAY FLORAL JEWELRY
JUNE 27, 2024
SATURDAY
Time: 6 - 8m
REGISTER BY: June 22
CLASS FEE: $45, or 40.50 for members
FORMAT: IN-PERSON
For beginners. Suitable for ages 10 and up.
Join us as we learn the art of polymer clay jewelry making! We will be learning different techniques to make a few types of flowers to embelish your pieces from polymer clay. This polymer clay floral class is a little different as we apply our floral skills to create beautiful slabs of polymer clay! This technique is fun because you have a larger “canvas” to work with. Each person will make 1 - 2 pieces of jewelry (earrings, clip-on earrings, or necklaces).
Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.
Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4
Maximum # of Participants = 15
BIG SKY BIG CANVAS
2 - day workshop
JULY 30 & 31, 2024
TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY
Time: 10am - 3pm
REGISTER BY: July 26
CLASS FEE: $140, or 126 for members
FORMAT: IN-PERSON
Are you interested in learning how to paint stunning landscapes with dynamic clouds and big horizons? This two-day class is the perfect opportunity to do so! You'll be working on a large 26" x 26" canvas and will begin by underpainting the entire canvas in orange to create a cohesive base. We'll then sketch out the composition before practicing basic blending techniques and cloud shapes. Using the same palette, you'll learn how to mix colors and
apply them to create a vibrant sky. Finally, we'll finish by creating the foreground with color drips, palette knife blending, and oil pastels, to produce a beautiful foreground. Our experienced instructor, artist Julie Tibus, will guide you through each step of the process, providing demonstrations, coaching, and classroom time.
SUPPLY LIST:
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A variety of Acrylic Paints - Liquitex Basic Acrylics are fine: White, Payne’s Grey, Cad Yellow Med, Turquoise, Magenta, Primary Blue, Black.
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Various Acrylic Brushes: be sure to have a 2” flat, one flat angled, #8 round, and a Filbert brush.
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26" x 26" canvas
ABOUT JULIE
Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.
Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4
Maximum # of Participants = 10
ALCOHOL INK SUNSET PAINTING
AUGUST 22, 2024
TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY
Time: 1 - 4pm
REGISTER BY: August 19
CLASS FEE: $66, or $59.50 for members
FORMAT: IN-PERSON
Are you seeking to capture the beauty of a sunset through painting, but need help figuring out where to start? Discover the captivating potential of Alcohol Inks, a stunningly vivid and fluid medium that simplifies the painting process. This class offers the opportunity to create three breathtaking sunsets, with no prior expertise necessary. Throughout the course, you'll receive guidance through demonstrations, classroom time, and personalized coaching.
All materials and supplies included.
ABOUT JULIE
Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.
Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 4
Maximum # of Participants = 10
CANCELLATION POLICY
Student Withdrawal
Due to artist/instructor preparations and travel, we do not provide refunds.
Weather-Related
In the event that Charlevoix Public Schools are closed due to inclement weather, classes will be cancelled. To the best of our ability, CCA will schedule a make-up class. Refunds will not be provided if the student is unable to attend a rescheduled class.
Minimum Enrollment
If a class does not have the minimum number of students enrolled, CCA will notify you prior to the first session that the class is cancelled and will offer a full refund to the student. (Credit card payments will be refunded to the same card and check & cash payments will be refunded by check.)