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Winter Culinary Class Series

CLAC — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:57:21 +0000

The Northern Michigan
Culinary Arts Community
Series at the Oliver Art Center

Preserving Foods, it's not just about canning with Suz McLaughlin
Saturday, January 28

Dressings for Your Greens with Susan Mundt
Saturday, February 11

The Art of the Braise with Steve Tebo
Saturday, February 25

The Pleasant Peasant: Hearty hand held food for the common (99%) with Jim Barnes
Saturday, March 10

Indian Cooking with Becky DeVries
Saturday, March 24
Cost - $50 per class; $200 for pack of 5 classes. All classes scheduled 10am-noon on Saturdays -

Painting the Landscape in Acrylic-Lauren Everett Finn (Feb. 9)

CLAC — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:52:14 +0000

Thursday,
February 9 12:30-4p.m.
$40/$50
We’ll explore: What sorts of things you should think about when painting the landscape, how to create depth and distance in your painting, mixing convincing greens and four things you should think about before you start your painting. Bring in your own landscape reference photo, or use one of mine.

Painting Flowers with Acrylic-Lauren Everett Finn (Feb. 24)

CLAC — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:51:02 +0000

Friday, February 24 12:30-4 p.m.
$40/$50
Let’s get together and paint some colorful flowers to remind us that spring will eventually return! We’ll spend the afternoon immersed in blooms. Composition, color, shape and value are some of the things we’ll discuss as we build our colorful paintings. Bring in your own floral reference photo, or use one of mine. All levels welcome.

Composition & Design-Lauren Everett Finn (March 1)

CLAC — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:49:52 +0000

Thursday, March 1
12:30-4p.m.
$40/$50
An introduction to this
powerful subject; once you learn it, your paintings WILL improve. We’ll talk about the principles and elements of design… and then try our hand at some different design compositions you might want to use for a future painting. Optional… bring in a photo that you are interested in painting and we’ll break it down into simple shapes and see if we can improve the design, or at the very least give you options to try.

Abstract Painting-Lauren Everett Finn (March 19)

CLAC — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:34:28 +0000

Monday, March 19 12:30-4 p.m.
$40/$50
Let’s jump into the realm of abstract painting (non-representational). This class will be a lot of fun with “no risk and lots of reward” painting methods. We’ll use patterning and repetition of a motif to create expressive works of art. I’ll guide you through the process and we’ll slap, daub and dab away the afternoon. Composition, value, color and shape will be discussed as we bring our paintings
toward conclusion.

Fabric Necklace with Ribbon Closure-Marcy Grudzien (March 22)

CLAC — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:26:09 +0000

Thursday, March 22
1-4 p.m.
$35/$45
This “bib” style necklace starts with a small crescent of fabric that ties around the neck with ribbon. Cut circles of felted sweater and men’s lined suit coats are layered with buttons, old jewelry and small pieces of broken necklace chain. Basic hand sewing attaches all trinkets to the base. Neutral or colorful-both looks are fabulous. Some buttons and fabric will be supplied but bring your own broken jewelry, buttons, ribbon and sharp scissors.

Goal-Setting for Artists: Take Your Art to the Next Level-Ellie Harold (Jan. 14)

CLAC — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 17:20:23 +0000

January 14 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
$35/$45

Beginner, master -- or somewhere in between? One thing's for sure, if you don't have a sense of where you're going with your art work or why you’re going, there's a good chance you won't get anywhere you really want to be. On the other hand, nurturing a sense of purpose and creating
clear intentions allows you to take your art to new levels of meaning, fulfillment and success.

• Do you struggle to find the time to do your art?
• Do you have more ideas than you know what to do with?
• Does your artistic expression seem blocked?
• Are you interested in increasing your production or sales?
• Is there something more you want from or for your art?

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, Goal-Setting for Artists is for you. Created with the specific challenges faced by artists (fine artists, writers, actors, etc.) in mind, this workshop will help you bring greater awareness and direction to your artistic life. Spend an enjoyable and safe afternoon:

• taking stock of your life as an artist
• connecting with your artistic purpose
• identifying your aspirations and how to address them
• exploring constructive ways to deal with distractions, blocks and other challenges
• clarifying your options and creating workable goals for your art in 2012

You'll leave the workshop with a set of clear and meaningful goals from which you'll be able to create your artistic life in the year ahead.

Culinary Classes 2011

CLAC — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 18:36:01 +0000

Hors d’oeuvres taught by Chef Jim Voltz on Thursday, July 28 or Tuesday, Oct. 4 2-4:30 p.m. $50/$60
Chef Jim Voltz demonstrates five hors d’oeuvre recipes from his latest cookbook, “Hors d’oeuvres on the Porch.” During the class, students will be able to sample all the recipes along with the recommended wines. Students will leave the class with copies of the five recipes, techniques for improving their cooking at home, and lots of tips for entertaining.

One Dish Meals taught by Chef Jim Voltz on Tuesday, August 2 or Aug. 23 2- 4:30 p.m. $50/$60
Chef Jim Voltz demonstrates two hearty dishes, a salad, and a dessert that make an easy meal for a small group or a large crowd. During the class, students will be able to sample all the recipes along with the recommended wines. Students will leave the class with copies of the four recipes, techniques for improving their cooking at home, and lots of tips for entertaining.

CANCELLED: Wine Tasting taught by Jeff Barbour on Thursday, August 18th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. $65/$75
Jeff Barbour is the owner of one of the leading wine stores in Connecticut, New Canaan Wine Merchants. He also holds the prestigious title of Master of Wine issued by the Masters of Wine Institute in the United Kingdom; considered one of the highest standards of professional knowledge in the wine industry. Students will have the chance to sample six different wines as Jeff explains the differences in the grapes, growing regions, processing, and food pairings. Hors d’ouevres specifically selected to pair well with the wines will be provided by Chef Jim Voltz from his latest cookbook, “Hors d’oeuvres on the Porch.” Whether you consider yourself a wine connoisseur or don’t know the difference between a red and a white, there’s something to learn here. All proceeds from this class will go to the Elizabeth Lane Oliver Center for the Arts building fund.

Fall Bounty taught by Chef Jim Voltz on Thursday, September 8 or Sept. 28 2- 4:30 p.m. $50/$60
Need some new ideas on how to make the most of the wonderful fresh fruits, vegetables, and fish available in Northwest Michigan in the Fall? Chef Jim Voltz will demonstrate several dishes using ingredients straight from local farm stands and local fishermen. During the class, students will be able to sample all the recipes along with the recommended wines. Students will leave the class with copies of all the recipes, techniques for improving their cooking at home, and lots of tips for entertaining.

Secrets Of A French Chef taught by Chef Keil Moshier on Monday, September 19 1-3:30 p.m. $50/$60
Learn some of the secrets to successful French cooking as Chef Keil Moshier demonstrates several dishes served in his delightful and highly rated French Bistro, Chez Peres, in Traverse City.

What’s For Dinner? taught by Chef Jim Voltz on Thursday, October 13 6- 9 p.m. $85/$95
In this class, Chef Jim Voltz demonstrates a complete and elegant dinner menu starting with an appetizer, a main course with side dishes, and a dessert. After the demonstration, students will enjoy a sit down dinner of the prepared dishes along with the recommended wines. Students will leave the class with copies of all the recipes, techniques for improving their cooking at home, and lots of tips for putting together an elegant dinner party.