Creative Arts

Instructor Les Eckert

Focaccia Bread Demonstration (Livestream) Fo-Ca-Ccia! Do you want to master this “showstopper” bread in your kitchen? Follow along live as Chef Les Eckert, Director of Great Lakes Culinary Institute, walks you through the process of creating focaccia. A recipe and list of ingredients and equipment needed will be provided via email prior to class so you have time to gather and measure out what you need to follow along in this class. The link for the live demonstration will be emailed right before the class. Thurs., Nov. 5, 6-8 p.m. Instructor: Les Eckert $69 Painting with Acrylics: Autumn Leaves and Colors (Livestream) The transition from Summer to Autumn in Northern Michigan is both beautiful and inspiring. Capture the beauty and serenity with acrylic paints on an 11 x 14 inch canvas. Artist Eleonora Hayes demonstrates her methods of combining realistic landscapes with the dreamlike emotions they evoke. You will be introduced to the basics of using acrylic paints on canvas, essential color mixing, and how to use different brushes. Taught online via Zoom. Following registration, the instructor will contact you with a zoom link and list of supplies needed for the class. Cost of the supplies is approximately $45, and will vary depending on brand. 4 Sat., Sept. 26-Oct. 17 1-2 p.m. Instructor: Eleonora Hayes $69 Pastels at Your Pace (Livestream) For beginning and intermediate pastelists: Join artist Linda Alice Dewey as she shares her 50+ years of pastel painting experience, during six practical, sit-at-the-easel Zoom sessions. Linda leads the group through the process of creating two paintings from photographs she will email to you ahead of time so you can print them out. Learn applied techniques and her own tips and tricks as well as elements of art as you paint local landscapes and seascapes. Following registration the instructor will contact you with a zoom link and an initial preparatory video on materials and set up, to be ready for the first class. Supply list requires you to order pastels and paper online. Some supplies take several weeks to arrive, so order as soon as you register. Each class can also be viewed up to several months later, so no worries if you miss one, or need to start the class later.

6 Mon., Sept. 28-Nov. 2 Noon-2 p.m. Instructor: Linda Alice Dewey $199

Watercolors on Location - Grand Traverse Commons (Face to Face) Discover the joy of plein air painting! Artists throughout history have ventured into the outdoors to become trained observers and inspire their own work. Grab your brushes, paper and pencils and let’s head outside where you will learn the process of selecting and painting a subject from life. The Grand Traverse Commons offers beautiful scenes of Kids Creek, a large diversity of interesting trees and of course amazing architecture. Gain tips and techniques on creating with watercolors. Experiment with some of the fundamentals that will take your art to the next level. The day before class, you will receive directions to the class meeting place and suggested parking at the Grand Traverse Commons. Bring a small sketchbook (9 x 12 inches or smaller), a pencil and some watercolor brushes (available at all art supply stores) to class. Watercolor paints and paper will be provided. Class will break 45 minutes for lunch on your own. Sat., Oct. 3 9:15 a.m.-3 p.m. Grand Traverse Commons Instructor: Adam VanHouten $139 Learn to See as an Artist Sees, and You Can Draw as an Artist Draws (Livestream) Drawing has very little to do with natural talent and everything to do with learning how to see the way an artist sees. Learn why you draw the way you do and discover a step-by-step method that teaches accessing the right side of the brain. Yes, you can learn to draw! You will need an inexpensive 11 x 14 inch drawing pad, two pencils, and a kneaded eraser. Taught online via Zoom. The instructor will contact students with a zoom link before the start of the first class, and additional study handouts will be mailed.

6 Weds., Oct. 7-Nov. 11 3:30-5:30 p.m. Instructor: Elizabeth Abeel $149

Fakes - Frauds - Forgeries: The Biggest Art Scandal of the 20th Century (Livestream) Provenance, the unbelievably true story about one of the greatest art scandals of the 20th century, is a page-turning thriller. Join Craig Hadley, Executive Director and Chief Curator of the Dennos Museum Center for a fascinating lecture and discussion. See more on pg. 34. Learn to See as an Artist - Part II (Livestream) Continue to enhance your ability to access the creative right side of your brain and improve your drawing skills by building on the concepts you have learned in Learn to See as an Artist Sees. This course explores the light and shadow or values in specific detail which ties the previously learned four basic perceptions together. Prerequisite: Learn to See as an Artist Sees. Following registration, the instructor will contact you with a zoom link and a supply list of additional materials needed for the class. Cost of the additional supplies can vary depending on the brand; the approximate cost is $35. Additional study handouts will be mailed to your home address.

6 Thurs., Oct. 8-Nov. 12 3:30-5:30 p.m. Instructor: Elizabeth Abeel $149

Saving Stuff: Preserving the Past for Future Generations (Livestream) All of us have family treasures that we have inherited or collected over the years. In this three-part series, you will learn how museum professionals take care of a wide range of artworks and objects, from sculptures and paintings to photographs and precious news clippings. See more on pg. 30.

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Looking for Face to Face classes? We are happy to be able to offer these great Face to Face classes this fall*:

Biz Start-up 101 Watercolors on Location - Grand Traverse Commons Understanding Your DSLR Camera Essential Skills for Photographers Fall Mushroom Foray at Grass River Glacial Erratics of Pelizzari Structural Pruning for Young Trees Signs of River Otters and Other Elusive Animals Understanding Your Grief During COVID Beginning Yoga Yoga for Teens: Developing an Antidote for Stress Diabolo Meet Up (Ages 8-14) Unicycle Meet-Up (Ages 8-14)

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*Based on Michigan’s reopening plan at the time of publication; if adjustments to face to face classes become necessary, students in affected classes will be contacted.

LIFE Academy classes are now found throughout the catalog by topic, which we hope you will find more convenient.

Zentangle Method for Mindfulness (Livestream) Discover the meditative art form known as the Zentangle Method. Explore, create and play with pen and ink as you rekindle your creativity, develop greater hand-eye coordination, improve your capacity to perceive with an artist’s eye and quiet your mind. Practicing the Zentangle Method helps you access your innate creative wisdom for design inspiration or problem solving enabling you to immediately shift your focus. The Zentangle Method can quickly break the spell of whatever is holding you down, bringing a fresh excitement to life. Taught online via Zoom. All materials included and will be mailed to your home address. 4 Tues., Oct. 6-27 1-3 p.m. Instructor: Paddy Brown

$119 Everybody Act! (Livestream) Do you have the acting bug? Whether you are shy or outgoing, this processoriented acting class will give you a safe place to express your creativity on the virtual stage. Brush up on your acting, interpersonal, and public speaking skills. Be part of an ensemble. Gain confidence. Get out of your comfort zone and do something you have always wanted to do. In a fast-paced and fun class, you will participate in snippets, improvisation activities, short scenes, and theatre exercises, all through Zoom. Great for the beginner or experienced actor ages 18-108! Links for the live class will be sent out the day of the class. 4 Mon., Nov. 2-23 6-8 p.m. Instructor: Rachael Harrell $99

Drawing Trees with Charcoal and Graphite (Livestream) Northern Michigan has more than 100 different species of trees. Learn to draw them in this introductory course from a local artist who is inspired by the natural beauty of our region. From sugar maples to yellow birch, create the perfect composition of a forest scene. Learn the essentials of drawing trees with graphite pencils and charcoal using lines and shading. You will need a photo of trees for reference. Taught online via Zoom. Following registration, the instructor will contact you with a zoom link and a list of supplies needed for the class. Cost of the supplies can vary depending on the brand; the approximate cost is October 24.

4 Sat., Oct. 31-Nov. 21 1-2 p.m. Instructor: Eleonora Hayes $69

Private Acting Lessons (Livestream - Start Anytime) Are you interested in Acting for the camera? Want to brush up your audition skills? Private coach Rachael Harrell will set up virtual lessons with you. Dates and times are arranged ahead of time with the instructor. Choose the amount of coaching that’s right for you: the $169 option includes 6 half-hour lessons; the $319 option includes 6 one-hour lessons. Please email Rachael at dramakidsmi1@gmail.com to set up lessons before calling NMC-EES to register, (231) 995-1700. 6 half-hour lessons: $169 6 one-hour lessons: $319 Instructor: Rachael Harrell

Rigid Heddle Weaving (Livestream) Are you curious about handweaving? You can learn to use a Rigid Heddle loom from your own home with weaver Nancy McRay. In this interactive online class, you will have the opportunity to watch demonstration videos and try it at home while you connect with the instructor for tips and tricks over Zoom. Links to the live class and a supply list will be emailed before class. You will need your own rigid heddle loom. The instructor can help you find a place to purchase one; for more information email nmcray@mac.com. 6 Tues., Oct. 6-Nov. 10 1-2 p.m. Instructor: Nancy McRay $119