Beginning and Intermediate Ceramic Hand-Building
JAN 20 - APR 13, 2020
MON / 6 - 9 PM
$210 / $185 Museum Members
Are you new to the world of pottery? Are you a potter in love with hand-building? Explore the three major hand-building methods: pinch pot, coil and slab using a project-based approach. Students will also be introduced to the extruder and tile-making. Experienced potters can build upon the projects introduced or pursue their own work. Clay must be purchased from the instructor.
Pam Hart / Beginners & Intermediate
Independent Study
Adult Class
JAN 23 - APR 16, 2020
THU / 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$210 / $185 Museum Members
This class is for both intermediate and advanced students who wish to work at their own pace. The instructor will distribute clay, answer questions, and assist students through demonstration and problem-solving in both hand-building and wheel-throwing. Wheel instruction will be provided for those interested. Clay must be purchased from the instructor. Students must have previous clay experience at Midland Center for the Arts. Exceptions must be approved by the instructor prior to registration.
Tim Ricketts / Intermediate to Advanced
Ceramic Tool Usage
Adult Class
JAN 23 - APR 16, 2020
THU / 6 – 9 PM
$210 / $185 Museum Members
This class will concentrate on the tools used in the making of pottery. Demonstrations and advice will be given to students in the proper use of hand tools as well as the spray booth and slab rollers. Clay must be purchased from the instructor. Students must have previous clay experience at Midland Center for the Arts. Exceptions must be approved by the instructor prior to registration.
Tim Ricketts / Intermediate to Advanced
Beginning and Intermediate Oil Painting
Adult Class
JAN 22 - MAR 18, 2020
WED / 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$165 / $140 Museum Members
Learn the basics of oil painting or hone your current skills as you learn to manipulate brushes, mix color, and apply paint using traditional and contemporary processes. Students will study old masters’ techniques such as grisaille and painting alla prima, while developing an individual style within still life, landscape and portrait subject matter.
Ruth Howell / Beginners & Intermediate
Beginning Acrylic Painting
Adult Class
JAN 22 - APR 15, 2020
WED / 6 - 9 PM
$200 / $175 Museum Members
In this class you will learn color theory, the elements and principles of art, composition, and the techniques used in building your painting. Techniques include under-painting, glazing and scumbling. Subject matter will be still life and painting from photographs.
Sylvia Coon / 1 star
Intermediate Acrylic Painting
Adult Class
JAN 22 - APR 15, 2020
WED / 1:30 - 4:30 PM
$200 / $175 Museum Members
Build on your basic knowledge of painting with acrylics by delving deeper into self-expression, motivation and exploration of the medium.
Sylvia Coon / Intermediate
Painting with Acrylics: Components of the Landscape
JAN 23 - APR 16, 2020
THU / 1:30 - 4:30 PM
$200 / $175 Museum Members
This class will allow you to concentrate on painting various elements within landscapes such as trees, clouds and skies through observation. Bring all of these components together in your own landscape during the latter portion of the class. Some painting experience required.
Sylvia Coon / Intermediate
Beginning & Intermediate Water Color
JAN 20 – APR 13, 2020
MON / 1:30 – 4:30 pm
$200 / $175 Museum Members
Explore the creative possibilities of transparent and opaque watercolor while learning about color mixing, brush handling and composition. Class time includes instructor demonstrations and student practice time.
Ruth Howell / Beginners & Intermediate
Advanced Water Media
2 sessions available!
JAN 21 – FEB 25, 2020
MAR 3 - APR 14, 2020
TUE / 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$115 / $90 Museum Members
Grow your water media experience in this self-directed class. Class includes exploration of techniques, interactions with fellow students, and participation in dynamic critiques. Students must have a good working knowledge of water media. Each session is a stand-alone class; participants do not need to take the first session in order to take the second one.
Pat Smith / Advanced
Beginning Digital Photography
Adult Class
JAN 21 - FEB 25, 2020
TUE / 6 - 8 PM
$125 / $100 Museum Members
This class is for beginners or those wanting to improve their photographic skills and technical concepts like: exposure, aperture, film speed, shutter speed, white balance and exposure compensation. Basic composition will be discussed. Students will participate in several photo situations and critique. Bring your camera, tripod and camera manual to the first class. Six weeks in length.
Stephen Grewe / Beginners Only
Intermediate Digital Photography
Adult Class
MAR 3 - APR 14, 2020
TUE / 6 - 8 PM
$125 / $100 Museum Members
This class is for those who have basic technical knowledge of their camera and want to move to a higher level. Composition will be a major emphasis of this course along with class critiques. Students will explore camera use, lighting and creativity. A connected, cohesive series of prints is the goal for each student. Bring your camera, tripod and camera manual to the first class. Six weeks in length.
Stephen Grewe / 3 stars
Darkroom Refresher
Adult Class
JAN 23 - FEB 27, 2020
THU / 6 - 8:30 PM
$175 / $150 Museum Members
Digital is not the only way! Learn or re-learn the basics of film photography and darkroom film processing. Start with film, expose it, develop it and print your image in The Center’s darkroom. Students will be provided with two rolls of film and 12 sheets of photographic paper. If you don’t have a manual film camera, the Center has cameras to loan out to students. The goal of this class is to have students trained to use the darkroom on their own.
Stephen Grewe / Beginners & Intermediate
Darkroom Open Studio
MAR 5 - APR 16, 2020
THU / 6 - 8:30 PM
$175 / $150 Museum Members
This class is for students who have taken the Darkroom Refresher class or have some previous darkroom experience. Students are responsible for their own film and paper supplies. Other darkroom chemicals will be supplied and maintained, along with use of the darkroom whenever The Center is open. The instructor will be available in the darkroom once per week for two hours, otherwise available for phone, text or email consultation. Have a darkroom without building your own!
Stephen Grewe / Intermediate to Advanced
Smartphone Photography Critique
FEB 12 - May 13, 2020
Second WED of every month / 6 – 8 PM
$100 / $75 Museum Members
Join our monthly discussion group to share your smartphone photography! New assignments each month as well as an open category for your own ideas. You and your classmates will discuss your photographs and review familiar and new phone app techniques. Thoughts and suggestions are shared in a relaxed and creative atmosphere. Experience with smartphone photography apps is recommended. Bring a printed/framed image for the final class.
Julie Close / Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced
Introduction to Digital Photography
ONE-DAY WORKSHOP
JAN 4, 2020 / SAT / 1 - 5 PM
$5 / Free for Museum Members
This workshop is for people who are interested in taking a digital photography class, improving their photography skills, upgrading to a new camera or simply curious about what the Center has to offer. Bring your questions. Photography resources and class content will be discussed. Be informed before you take the plunge!
Stephen Grewe / Beginners Only
Introduction to Film Photography
ONE-DAY WORKSHOP
JAN 11, 2020 / SAT / 1 - 5 PM
$10 / $5 for Museum Members
Did you take a darkroom class long ago in high school or college? It’s a well-kept secret, but The Center has a complete, equipped darkroom at the Center. This workshop will explore the world of film. Watch the magic of development unfold and take home your own print.
Stephen Grewe / Beginners Only
Art and Skill of Drawing II
Adult Class
JAN 23 - APR 16, 2020
THU / 6 - 9 PM
$200 / $175 Museum Members
The Art and Skill of Drawing is a four-part, 48-week series of classes designed with the beginner in mind. This is an essential class for those who want to draw, and is a great starting point for those who would like to move into other media such as painting, photography, sculpture and digital art. Bring more concepts and ideas into your drawings when you refine the fundamentals and concentrate on the human face, sight measuring and heightened observation.
Armin Mersmann / Beginners & Intermediate
Introduction to Colored Pencil
Adult Class
JAN 21 - APR 14, 2020
TUE / 6 - 9 PM
$200 / $175 Museum Members
This course will take your drawing skills into the painting realm. Colored pencil is a great crossover between drawing and painting, allowing for a beautiful exploration of colors expressive qualities. Subject matter will include still life, landscape, portraiture and more.
Jeremy Mynderse / Beginners Only
ART TALK: Discussion, Critique and Ideas
Adult Class
JAN 23 - APR 16, 2020
THU / 2 - 4 PM
$150 / $125 Museum Members
Examine the creative process and the always pertinent “what if” during this discussion-based class. Every class will feature an open-based discussion focused on an art-related subject, at times augmented by demonstrations and presentations. In addition, the Center will offer the opportunity for students to bring in works of art for critique. All levels and media are welcome.
Armin Mersmann / Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced
Jewelry Lost Wax Casting
Adult Class
JAN 22 - APR 15, 2020
WED / 6 - 9 PM
$210 / $185 Museum Members
Take your designs on paper through the process of lost wax casting to create finished jewelry. Beginning students will execute a guided project; intermediate and advanced students will work on their own designs. Wax working, casting and finishing techniques will be demonstrated. At the start of the class, a group order will be placed for metal and supplies.
Sharon Berkan-Dent / Beginners & Intermediate
Jewelry Fabrication
Adult Class
JAN 21 - FEB 25, 2020
TUE / 6 - 9 PM
$125 / $100 Museum Members
Hand-fabricated jewelry offers a wonderful opportunity to explore the versatility and endless possibilities of manipulating precious metals and gemstones into objects of adornment. Students will learn fundamental jewelry manufacturing techniques while working in gold and silver, as well as essential geological information about gemstones and how they should be cared for during the manufacturing process. Students must purchase all raw materials.
Roger Schmidt / Beginners & Intermediate
Beginning Fused Glass
ONE-DAY WORKSHOP
MAY 16, 2020 / SAT / 10 AM - 2 PM
$65 / $55 Museum Members
Learn fundamentals of fusing glass while creating your own artwork! Each student will create one five-inch tile and two small jewelry pieces. Finished work will be ready for pick up the following week. Long pants and closed-toe shoes should be worn. Safety glasses provided; bring an apron or smock if desired. Material fee of $25 must be paid to the instructor. Takes place off-site at the instructor’s studio which is unheated and has un-air conditioned, so please dress for the weather.
Emmy Heger / Beginners Only
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