Watercolor: Step-by-Step
Immerse yourself in watercolor! Explore all aspects of watercolor painting with well-known watercolor artist, Carolyn Scott Risk. Carolyn will demonstrate many techniques and paint applications and guide your painting in a step-by-step approach with the primary focus on flowers. Learn about materials as you gain skill in working with color, values, shape, and composition. Individual attention is given so that you will work at a comfortable, yet challenging level. A list of supplies will be mailed prior to the first class. Make a day of it by registering for the afternoon watercolor class with flowers and garden scenes and save $7.

Mon., Tues., Wed.; July 13-15
9 a.m.-noon, Scholars Hall Rm. 106
Instructor: Carolyn Scott Risk
Cost: $115, does not include materials
($94 with LIFE Discount)
Code: 10345

Summer Watercolors—
Flowers and Gardens
Capture the bright freshness of summer flowers from sketching on location to painting in the classroom with watercolor artist, Carolyn Scott Risk. Learn to successfully paint flowers, water features, and rock gardens, as you explore composition, form, color, shapes, and how they flow to make a work of art. Discover simple techniques to make your paintings more unique. A supply list will be mailed prior to the first class.

Mon., Tues., Wed.; July 13-15 
1-4 p.m., Scholars Hall Rm. 106
Instructor: Carolyn Scott Risk
Cost: $115, does not include materials
($94 with LIFE Discount)
Code: 10346

Glass Blowing and You
Get fired up! Experience the physical properties of molten glass using the flame working technique. Discover how to form objects from rods and tubes of glass using very strong Borosilicate glass (Pyrex). Develop an ongoing awareness of the safety issues in working with glass. All materials and supplies are provided. Class size is limited to six.

Beginning Marble Making
Explore this unique art form as you learn basic borosilicate marble-shaping techniques. Once you are comfortable with shaping, discover how to add color and pattern. No experience is necessary. You’ll create a few good marbles available for pick up the following day but there will plenty of “trial and error” marbles to enjoy as you learn to refine your skill.

Mon., June 29, 9 a.m.-noon
Cost: $115
Code: 10347

Intermediate Pendant
Take your skills up a notch as you learn to encase and work borosilicate glass into pendants. Emphasis will be on the basics of holding color in the glass and shaping it using various tools. You will be able to pick up your creations the following day.

Tues., July 21, 9 a.m.-noon 
Cost: $115
Code: 10348

Advanced Project
Create a one of a kind work of art using borosilicate glass. In this hands-on class, manipulate glass and add colors to personalize your own project using previously learned skills. Shape the molten glass using graphite tools and a torch. You will be able to take home your creation the next day after it has been annealed in a glass working kiln.

Mon., Aug. 3, 9 a.m.-noon 
Cost: $115
Code: 10337

All meet Aero Park Campus
M-TEC Rm. 157
Instructor for all: Matt Coffey

Cartoon FUNdamentals
Are you a teacher looking to add interest to your classroom, a parent, grandparent, or simply someone looking for a creative outlet? Explore this right-brain activity designed to give you the skills to engage yourself or a child in hours of fun. Dick Evans, a lifelong cartoonist, introduces a step-by-step approach to creating characters. You’ll learn to draw faces, expressions, and cartoon bodies in his no-risk approach. You’ll leave with the tools to start enjoying your new skills or sharing them with kids. Resource book included. No previous drawing experience needed. Bring a 9 x 12 inch sketch pad (not newsprint) and two pencils with erasers.

Wed., July 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m.  
University Center Rm. 216
Instructor: Dick Evans
Cost: $35       Code: 10336

Woodturning Basics
Learn to turn! You’ll receive complete personal instruction on lathe-turned wood items, concentrating on faceplate turning of bowls. Compared to other kinds of woodworking, lathe work gives instant gratification. An emphasis on safety and control brings out the real fun in turning. View the instructor’s lathe-turned sculpture at www.lylejamieson.com. Bring a sack lunch both days.

Option 1: Thurs. & Fri.   
Aug. 13 & 14, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Code: 10353

Option 2: Sat. & Sun.  
Aug. 15 & 16, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Code: 10355

Meet at the instructor’s workshop,
285 Lauri-Wil Lane, Traverse City
(Spider Lake area)
Instructor: Lyle Jamieson
Cost: $225 each option
(materials and use of tools provided)

Clay Goddess Girls of Today—
A Pottery Experience
Looking for a new, creative experience for summer? NMC’s pottery studio nestled in the campus woods is just the place to sink your hands into an empowering experience. Guided by potter and tile artist, Rosalyn Tyge, you’ll create your own clay goddess. Prehistoric clay goddesses date back to 7000 B.C. Learn a little history while exploring clay, creating a figurine, and adding today’s earthy adornments. No previous pottery experience required. Dress for mess. Materials provided. Time between sessions allows for drying.

3 Sat., June 13 & 27; July 11
9-11 a.m., NMC Pottery Studio, Fine Arts Bldg.
Instructor: Rosalyn Tyge
Cost: $89       Code: 10349

Family Pottery Nights
Bring a family member or two for a few evenings of clay work. After learning some simple handbuilding techniques (not wheelwork), family members will be able to create several different pottery pieces. Creations might include bowls, vases, tiles, cups, or something more unusual such as gargoyles, abstract sculptures, or totem pole rings. We will build with clay in the first two sessions and glaze our pieces the last session.

3 Mon., July 13-27, 6-8:30 p.m.
Fine Arts Pottery Studio Rm. 135
Instructor: Kate Fairman
Cost: $65 per adult . . . Code: 10356
$37 per child (age 12 and under) . . . Code: 10358

Rag Rug Braiding
Learn a lost-art technique which is different from the rug braiding most are familiar with. Rather than sewing the braids together, each row is interbraided into the last, resulting in a strong, functional, beautiful rug that will carry on for generations. Learn how to braid your own rugs from start to finish. A list of materials and instructions will be mailed prior to class (some sewing required in material prep).

Option 1: 2 Wed., July 15, 1-4 p.m.
    and July 29, 1-2 p.m.
Code: 10360

Option 2: 2 Tues., Aug. 4, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
   and Aug. 18, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Code: 10361

Both options meet in University Center Rm. 213
Instructor: Lori Ankerson
Cost: $39 each option (does not include materials)

Beading Basics—
Make Your Own Jewelry
Creating original, beautiful beaded jewelry is fun and easy. Learn the basic techniques through detailed instruction and hands-on practice. You’ll be introduced to everything from wire manipulation to bead stringing and all the lingo and tools to go with them. Put your new knowledge to use by creating a simple and elegant necklace and earring set. Bring a small towel and if you have them, bring a pair of round-nose pliers (and your reading glasses) for fine work.

2 Tues., June 16 & 23
7-9 p.m., University Center Rm. 1
Instructor: Tonja Carlson
Cost: $49            Code: 10363

Advanced Beading
Go beyond the basics and add something new to your beading skills! Create an elegant two-strand necklace that looks like it is floating around your neck. Discover the crimping technique and learn how to crimp strands onto a clasp and add beads in a similar fashion. Take home an elegant necklace along with the knowledge and confidence to try this technique on your own. Bring a towel, flat nose pliers, and reading glasses if you need them.

Tues., June 30, 7-9 p.m. 
University Center Rm. 1
Instructor: Tonja Carlson
Cost: $35           Code: 10365

Jewelry Basics—Beading with Leather
Create a unique and decorative beaded leather pouch just perfect to carry your driver’s license. Learn hand-sewing techniques for leather and edge beading to make a colorful leather pouch beautiful enough to wear around your neck. Handcraft a leather thimble for future leather sewing projects. Please bring a hand towel and glasses if you need them. All other materials provided.

Tues., July 14, 7-9 p.m. 
University Center Rm. 1
Instructor: Tonja Carlson
Cost: $29        Code: 10366

T-shirt Quilt
Not sure what to do with those old t-shirts? A small t-shirt quilt is a fun way to preserve memories and makes a wonderful gift for concert-goers, sports fans, babies, or graduates. This one-day workshop guides you through each step of the process from cutting and sewing to quilting and binding. Come prepared to give new life to 15-20 old t-shirts. Basic sewing skills are helpful. A supply list and pre-class instructions will be mailed prior to class. Bring a sewing machine. Class breaks one hour for lunch on your own.

Tues., June 30, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.  
University Center Rm. 5
Instructor: Diane Bozzi
Cost: $49      Code: 10368