Thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
$50 non-member/$40 member plus $6 supply fee (In addition to supply list below and colored pencils)
Have fun while you learn the basics of both Floral Painting and Colored pencils.
In this class we will use a step by step approach to portraying a realistic flower using the techniques of layering, blending colored pencils with solvent and burnishing. You will be able to take these same techniques and apply them to your own floral paintings.
Please check with the Art Center for a list of required supplies and pencils. If you prefer, you may purchase them the day of class.
$150/$175
Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
An all-day intensive study workshop in autumn themes. Focus on expansive skies and vibrant autumn foliage in the landscape.
Thurs., September 16 1-4 p.m.
$30/$40+$18 materials fee
Students will use food-safe dyes, nothing toxic, to paint fingering weight (sock) yarn.
Thanks to all for the fun event! We are planning to do again next year.
20 local artists have put together unique creations from recycled objects and modeled them for the Crystal Lake Art Center's first Re-Fashion Show. The event was held at the Garden Theater in Frankfort at 7 p.m. July 8. Tickets were $15 available at the door. Wine and desserts were served after the show. This was a fundraiser for the art center.
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$130/$150
Tired of fussing over details and trying to get it “right”? If perfectionism is driving you crazy, your painting life has gotten dull, or you simply want to indulge in the beauty of Sleeping Bear -- this workshop is for you. Ellie invites you to join her for two days of heart and soul landscape painting. Discover how painting with larger brushes, simple shapes and a love of “what’s happening now” can transform your artwork. Learn how shifting focus from “product” to “process” frees you to express more in your landscape painting. Bring a lunch. Directions to sites and carpooling options sent after registration.
$265/$285
Tues.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
To grow as an artist we must sometimes step out of our “comfort zone” and learn new ways to channel and challenge our creativity. With emphasis on design, Edee will clearly explain and demonstrate collage and mixed media techniques. Students already experienced in this medium will add many new innovative Joppich experiments to their repertoire of techniques. Expect to complete five or more small scale paintings or two large ones in this fast paced and fun workshop. All levels of experience. www.edeejoppich.com
$130/$150
After a busy summer, reward yourself with the beauty of the Fall season. You’ll have the opportunity to practice basic plein air principles with an eye to the unique challenges of painting the autumnal landscape. The learning focus will be on the use color and temperature to establish atmosphere or aerial perspective in your work. We’ll paint at sites in or near Frankfort. Bring a lunch. Directions to sites and carpooling options sent after you register.
The Crystal Lake Art Center is holding their sixth All Media Juried Art Competition. The show is open to artists 18 years or older residing in Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau, and Manistee counties. The exhibit will show Sept. 3-30 with an opening reception and awards announced on Friday, Sept. 10 5-7 p.m.
Entry fees for the show are $20 for Art Center members or $25 for non-members to enter two pieces of original art. Two-dimensional and three-dimensional art will be accepted. Entries will be taken Aug. 27 & 28, 1-4 p.m.
Artists interested in receiving an entry form may call the Crystal Lake Art Center at 231-352-4151, e-mail clartcenter@sbcglobal.net, or click here. Juried Show Call for Entries 2010
The show will be juried by Ellie Harold. Ellie is a full-time regional landscape artist. She paints nature on location and has recently relocated to Frankfort. She served as Artist–in-Residence at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore last September.
Check out Local artists with studios in the area!
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The Crystal Lake Art Center has partnered up with the Betsie Valley Dance School to offer Dance Classes.
All classes are at the Frankfort/Elberta High School.
First session begins September 18!
5 Week sessions are $30
Costume fees are $30 (or more)
Admission to recital is $5 per person
***All Saturday Classes***
Baby Ballet (age 2ish-4ish) 9:00-9:45
Pre Ballet (age4ish-6ish) 10:00-10:45
Jr. Ballet (6ish-9ish) 9:00-9:50
Classical Ballet (9ish-up) 10:00-10:50
Pre/Pointe (9ish-up) 11:00-11:30
Jazz* 11:30-12:15
Tap* 11:00-11:45
Jazz class is typically a choreographed routine based on a popular movie (high school musical) or dance (hoe down, throw down), or popular dance video. All ages are welcome.
Tap class is available for all ages. The class will be structured to the individuals. For example, if there are three 2 year olds, three 8 year olds, and 3 adults, the class will be divided.
To pre-register call the art center 231-352-4151. For questions call Kelli Stapleton 231-920-6883or visit the Betsie Valley Dance School website.
