INSPIRE: Art Classes for Teens

These classes are funded in part by a grant from the FACF Youth Advisory Committee.

Preregistration is required, give us a call at 231-924-4022 to sign up today!

4:00-5:30 p.m. • Ages 12-18 • Class Fee $10

 

Wednesday, June 9
Seashore Epoxy Pendant
Learn to use colored frit, paint, findings and epoxy to create a brilliant pendant in silver tray bail.

 

Wednesday, June 16

Clay Reptiles

Participants will hand build reptiles with stoneware clay, using textures, slip and more. Student will choose from 3 different high fire glaze colors to have their reptiles finished. Pick up fired projects on or after June 30.

 

 

 

Tuesday, June 22
Stained Glass Silhouette
Trace your favorite design onto copper foil, then use precision cutting, and soldering to create a stunning silhouette on fine art glass.

 

 

Wednesday, July 7
Pyrography!
Students transfer unique designs to raw edge wood slices. Using a variety of different hot tips, students will burn texture and depth into their images. Pyrography is a fun and diverse skill used in many woodworking artforms.

 

 

Wednesday, July 21
Watercolor Silhouette Painting
Using techniques of salt, resist, bleed, and wash, students will work from their favorite silhouette to create a dynamic watercolor painting.

 

 

Wednesday, Aug 4
Glass Bead Making
Using Italian glass rods and hot head torches, students will create several unique glass beads.