Shou Sugi Ban Workshop

Shou Sugi Ban Workshop

Originating in Japan in the 1600s, shou sugi ban is an ancient Japanese technique for waterproofing and preserving wood. Traditionally, three planks were wired together to form a triangular tube and placed over a small fire. Once the surface was significantly charred, the planks were removed, extinguished, scrubbed clean, and then sealed with an oil. This method is sustainable and safe as it does not employ the use of chemicals to finish timber. Recently, shou sugi ban has increased in popularity among architects and designers for both its aesthetics and its green nature.

HEC 4269 $79 | mandatory fee: $20 37943 Thu 9:00am – 1:00pm Apr 7 MI Folk School MIF

MUSIC, DANCE AND THEATER

Detroit Ballroom Dance: A Variation on a Theme

Learn a dance based on the cha-cha, which caters to rhythm and blues music. Originating in Detroit in the 1970s, this smooth dance style can be adapted to many different types of music.

DAN 4007 $155

Terrence Butler 37964 Thu 6:00pm – 7:00pm Jan 13 – Mar 24 MAI

Guitar for Beginners

In a relaxed and nurturing environment, learn basic open chord positions, practice changing chords smoothly, strumming, fingerpicking, bass runs and bass progressions.

MUS 4020 $175

David Swain 38072 Sat 11:00am – 12:30pm Jan 22 – Mar 12 MAI

Continuing Guitar

Expand your guitar-playing skills as you increase your knowledge of chords, strumming, fingerpicking, bass runs and bass progressions. Develop the ablility to play more complex songs and increase confidence and musicality in your performance.

MUS 4105 $135

David Swain 38073 Tue 6:30pm – 8:30pm Jan 25 – Feb 15 MAI 38074 Tue 6:30pm – 8:30pm Feb 22 – Mar 15 MAI

Ukulele for Beginners

Portuguese sailors spread the ukulele and its music to the people in the Pacific Islands who have been playing it for decades. Experience what Pacific Islanders enjoy as you learn how to play this wonderful four-string instrument.

MUS 4006 $169

David Swain 38075 Sat 1:00pm – 2:30pm Jan 22 – Mar 12 MAI

PERFORMING ARTS

Desktop Broadcasting

Learn how to spice up your desktop broadcasting using tools like Open Broadcast software and Wirecast. Weave multimedia elements and different camera angles into your livestream events to keep your audience tuned in and engaged.

DRA 4012 $59 38062 Sat 10:00am – 2:00pm Jan 15 Detroit Drones MAI

VISUAL ARTS

Abstracting the Landscape

Create an abstract, stylized landscape using acrylic paint, oil paint, watercolors, soft pastels or charcoal. Some experience with your medium of choice is helpful as we capture unique and varied interpretations of what we see in the outdoors.

ART 4087 $195

Payton Cook 37963 Wed 10:00am – 12:00pm Jan 12 – Mar 16 WEB

Acrylic Painting: Open Studio

In a supportive and inspiring environment, open studio allows you to work on projects of your choice with guidance from the trainer. Enhance your painting skills, and expand your understanding of color, composition and brush handling. This class is open to advanced students and beginners alike.

ART 4028 $369

Debra Golden 37965 Mon 4:30pm – 6:30pm Jan 10 – Apr 25 MAI

Classes offered in partnership with MI Folk School