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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
BEGINNER
CERAMICS: PINCH POT MAKING
2-Part Workshop
NOVEMBER 12 & 19, 2024
TUESDAYS
Time: 6 - 9pm
REGISTER BY: November 8
CLASS FEE: $75, or $67.50 for members
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FORMAT: IN-PERSON
Have you ever wanted learn the basics of ceramics? In this beginner 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 learn basic skills & principles of working with clay, hand building, 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.
All materials included.
ABOUT Bethany Newman
Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.
Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 3
Maximum # of Participants = 10
BEGINNER
CERAMICS: SLAB ROLLED VESSEL
2-Part Workshop
DECEMBER 3 & 10, 2024
TUESDAYS
Time: 6 - 9pm
REGISTER BY: December 1
CLASS FEE: $100, or $90 for members
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FORMAT: IN-PERSON
Have you ever wanted learn the basics of ceramics? In this beginner 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 learn basic skills & principles of working with clay, using a slab roller, hand building, 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.
All materials included.
Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.
Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 3
Maximum # of Participants = 10
COLOR PENCIL DRAWING for Beginners
JANUARY 16, 2025
Thursday​
Time: 6 - 8pm
REGISTER BY: Jan.13
CLASS FEE: $60, or $54 for members
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FORMAT: IN-PERSON
This class is perfect for adults and even ages 12 and up!
With northern Michigan artist Sarah Tule May.
In this class, participants will learn skills in working with color pencil medium and focus on nocturns, or night scenes. Participants will walk away with a new appreciation for seemingly familiar medium!
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All materials included!
If you would like to bring your own materials you will need:
Prismacolor Pencils and illustration board.
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Sarah is a watercolor and colored pencil artist from Northern Michigan. She is self taught and has been working professionally for over a decade. Sarah draws her inspiration from the endless beauty around her and can often be found snapping photos on a trail or along the waterfront. Her studio is located in Cedarville, Michigan where she shares a space with other creatives.
More details coming soon.
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Space is limited & Pre-Registration is required.
Minimum # of Participants to hold class = 3
Maximum # of Participants = 10
CANCELLATION POLICY
Student Withdrawal
Due to artist/instructor preparations and travel, we do not provide refunds.
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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.
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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.)
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