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Showing posts with label Art Classes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Art Classes. Show all posts

Monday, February 29, 2016

Circulate New Energy Into Your Life: Take An Art Class!


"A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance." 


Make a bold new choice today and join us for Studio Time every Tuesday or Thursday Night 6-9pm
or enroll your kids in KIDS ART CLASSES: Tuesdays 4-5pm!
Here are just some of the classes offered at A Work of Art Studio:
Soap Making

Canvas masterpieces


 Spirit Sticks! 

Salve Making
 
Mosaics
(Ongoing every Tuesday and Thursday Studio night from 6-9 pm)



Candy Making


and new KIDS CLASSES EVERY TUESDAY 4-5




 Sewing Classes
 
Oil Painting 








And here's what the front of the Studio looks like in the sewing, crocheting, knitting seats!

 


Sign Making






Candle Making
Please join us make a bold choice today to be creative @the Studio!
 Matt Kahn of http://www.truedivinenature.com talks about making one new bold choice every day and it will lead you to circulate new energy.
    "Energy always moves forward and we as energetic beings, if we're not moving forward and learning how to circulate energy, we leave it up to life to circulate energy for us which we perceive as moments of peril or adversity. Life will circulate for us to keep this Being evolving. If you just sit back and let life lead, you will evolve on life's terms. 
    We circulate energy by learning to make different choices that break apart the areas or patterns of stagnation in our lives, because stagnation energetically creates inflammation. Inflammation then has a personality in your consciousness, which is called Ego.  Ego is a creature of habit, it lives on stagnation. The more often you make the same same same choices, the deeper our dependency to these choices become like an addiction. And the hardest things that we know aren't helpful, that we can't seem to NOT DO, show us where the greatest stagnation is.
    You will go through the evolution of your journey, question is, will you go through it abundantly and miraculously or meagerly and fearfully? It's your choice. And most of us don't know it's our job to circulate energy to tell the universe how fast our evolution and how miraculous it's going to be.
    Nothing should be done for long periods of time, break up the stagnation. Addiction is just our dependency on stagnant activities. So, what do you do a lot or for an uninterrupted amount of time that from the perspective of circulating energy couldn't be helping you?
    Look around your house, is it stagnant? De-cluttering energy is re-circulating new energy. Circulating energy is the governing principle of all energy. We circulate energy, that creates a pattern. Soon that pattern becomes the new stagnation and we create another new pattern to break apart that stagnation and the healing that occurs from going from stagnation to circulation is Integration. Integration is inner work when you don't feel social. The temperament is shutting down, being in a cocoon, and you need to be nurtured.
     A lot of us live our lives like we don't matter to ourselves, we feel like we don't matter to others or we feel invisible to the world because we are experiencing the absence of our own significance based on how little energy we circulate in our lives. If we can learn to circulate, the circulation breaks apart the stagnation, dissolving the inflammation and after you go through your healing or incubation, you come out as a by-product of salvation."
    "What's the spiritual principal to inconvenience? Inconvenience is how the universe infiltrates your stagnation and breaks it apart with circulating energy. So when you are not circulating energy, life says, 'send in the troops, start inconveniencing that ego.' When everything falls apart it's just life saying, 'there's stagnant energy that we need to break apart to keep you advancing in your soul's journey and you are not circulating enough energy, so we need to help you. The universe is going to circulate that energy in fast, efficient ways, but the fast, efficient way that life does it, it's not always comfortable. So if you are taking it upon yourself to circulate new energy you are telling the universe, 'I'm taking it upon myself to circulate new energy into my life, you can stop shaking up the snow globe of my reality, you can take the boxing gloves off.'
    "You're a Work of Art, now Create It!"
You can listen to this whole message here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R77Di7MLSkE

We look forward to seeing and getting to know you soon when you come in to circulate some new energy by taking an ART CLASS.
We accept all levels of knowledge, never be intimidated to learn something new; we are all beginners at something. 






Sunday, October 26, 2014

Lose Yourself in an Art Class This Fall & Winter!

“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.” 
― Thomas Merton
Fall Classes at A Work of Art Studio!
  • Create Your own Stamp Class-Thursday, Nov 6: 6-9pm.
Come make stamps & block prints for gifts/ wrapping paper/ fun!!! You will leave with up to three of your own stamps and cards. Learn how to carve up a stamp & how to print with block printing paint. All materials included. $25. RSVP by pre-payment at studio.
  • Soap Making Class- Saturday, Nov 8 & November 29: 1-3 pm.
$35.-all materials included. Limited to 6 students, RSVP required by pre-    payment. Learn the basics of lye soap making along with a bit of history of the craft by making about 2 pounds of soap. First week make and pour soap, second visit (to be determined) we will cut, finish and then let it finish curing (final curing about a month). We will use goat's milk or green tea for the base with the lye! RSVP by pre-payment.

Oil Painting in the Bob Ross Method- Tuesday, Starting November 11: 4-6 or 7-9pm. Starting Tuesday, November 11, 4-6 or 7-9, come and create an oil painting in the Bob Ross Method in two sessions. $25.- per painting all materials included. 6 weeks of sessions (3 paintings) RSVP by pre-payment required.

Holiday Printed Paper/Embellishment Class-Saturday, Nov 15: 11-4
Create your own printed paper for the holidays and learn package finishing techniques. Includes:Block printing and paper marbleizing techniques for paper and cards, making small gift boxes from greeting cards, making small banners for garlands and other embellishment ideas. All materials included. Leave with 5 large sheets of wrapping paper and several embellishments to wrap your own packages! $30.- Going on from 11-4, may join anytime during these hours as long as you leave enough time to Create some Awesomeness!
  • Hobo Bag Class- Thursday, Nov 20: 6-9 pm & Saturday, November 22: 12-3pm.
Handmade hobo bags class. We have the machines, you bring 2 yards of fabric and matching thread. You will learn and leave with your very own stylized bag! $25.-

Jewelry Class- Tuesday, December 2: 6-9 pm. Learn the basics of jewelry making while creating earrings, bracelet or necklace. All materials included. $25.- RSVP.


Learning To Draw People- Wednesdays, December 3, 10, 17: 4-5:30 pm.   The face & the human form (realistic & cartoon styles)
taught by Kevin Herzog. Space is limited, reserve your spot ahead.
Price is $12 per class and the first 3 classes will be Dec 3,10,17 4-5:30
Bring a sketchbook, a pencil, and a smiling face!

Candy Making Class- Saturday, December 6: 1-3 pm. Come and learn how to make chocolate covered cherries and Peanut Butter Balls! Leave with 2 dozen of each. $30.- all materials included. RSVP required by pre-payment at studio. 

Paper Banners/Bunting Class- Tuesday, Dec 9: 6-9 pm.
Learn how to put banners & buntings together. Paper and hanging materials provided. $15.- 


  • Magnets Class- Saturday, November 29: 2-3pm & Thursday, Dec 11: 6-9 pm
Make magnets from images you choose from available studio books and magazines or pictures you bring for your refrigerator collection! Great Stocking Stuffers! All materials included. You will leave with 12 magnets. $25.






Arm Knitting Class- Tuesday, December 16: 6-9 pm. Come out and learn how to arm knit a cowl!! Cost is $10 and you will need to bring 2 skeins of size 6/super bulky yarn. My suggestion is Lion Brand Yarn Wool Ease Thick and Quick. This will be held on December 16th, from 6-9.

Braided Wool Rug Workshop- Saturday, January 24: 10-4 pm. Make a 6"x12" braided wool rug center while learning history and different techniques. $75- all materials and lunch included. Must RSVP by pre-payment and pick choice of color range. 10-4 pm.

A Work of Art Studio Nights- every Tuesday & Thursday. Having trouble finishing existing projects? Come work and get support from fellow artists any Tuesday or Thursday night from 6-9 pm. $2.50 per night. No RSVP necessary unless needing individual design advice.
  • Lakeview Makers Group: Computers, Programming, Electronics, Robotics, CNC Cad-Cam- Studio time Tuesdays and Thursdays 3-7pm. 6th grade - 110 years old, younger with parent. Working with electronic components and creating projects from and learning to program them.  By donation (small fee for circuit boards). UPstairs at A Work of Art Studio.


Sunday, September 7, 2014

Upcoming Classes at A Work of Art Studio

"Make the most of yourself....for that is all 

there is of you." 





  • T-shirt Prodded Rag Rug Class- Tuesday, September 16, 6-9pm: Learn to make a prodded t-shirt in burlap rug using your old t-shirts. Bring at least 10 or more medium to heavy weight t-shirts or mid-weight fleece. Bring shears. Think of basic design and colors and bring those with you. Finished rugs approximately 20" x 24". This will take 4-6 classes to complete. Rest of materials provided. $60.- RSVP by pre-payment required, class starts Tuesday, September 16 and continues every Tuesday until finished.
  • Essential Oils Class- Wednesday, Sept 17, 6-9pm:  Learn how Essential Oils can help in your daily life. *Going green with essential oils *Disinfectants *Household Cleaner *Odors Learn the benefits Essential Oils can provide. *Physical effects of the oils on the skin, nervous system, glands, muscles, blood and the lymph system. A list of beneficial oils will be provided and ways to use them. *Compresses *Inhalation *Topical Application *Carrier Oils *Baths We will partner up to do some hands on work with the vita flex points on the hands to affect specific body points. We will make Aromatherapy bath salts or a Facial scrub to take home for your personal use. Please RSVP by Tuesday, Sept. 16th so supplies can be ordered. Cost of class is $30.00, includes cost of supplies.
  • Vino VanGogh Acrylic Painting Class- Thursday, Sept 18, 6-9pm:  Acrylic painting on 12"x12" canvas class  $45.00 class fee. Come and relax with a glass of wine and take home your painted masterpiece.RSVP required by pre-payment at studio.
  • Watercolor Painting Class- Sept 25, Oct 16, 6-9pm:.No experience necessary. Paint a watercolor picture in one 3 hour class. $25.- all materials provided. RSVP required by pre-payment at studio.
  • Basics of EBAY Selling- Thurs, Oct 2. 6-9pm: *Learn how to Price, Prepare Listing for Selling, Tips to Earn Profits, and Shipping.  *Pitfalls and how to make selling on eBay profitable and fun. *Learn the value of Feedback and how best to get and maintain a Positive Feedback Status. $25.- RSVP by pre-payment at the studio.
  • Hand & arm warmers from Old Sweater Class- Tues,Oct 7, 6-9pm: Make a pair of hand warmers from an old  sweater. You provide the sweater and we provide the fun! $35.- RSVP required by pre-payment at studio
  • Pottery Painting Class-  Thursday, Oct 23, 6-9pm: Paint a piece or two of pottery. We supply the pieces and glazes and firing. You have the fun of designing your pieces for yourself or for an awesome gift! $40.- RSVP by pre-payment at studio.
  • Painted Walking Stick Class- Thursday, Oct 30, 6-9pm: Walking stick class. Come and paint or decorate a walking stick. $25.- all materials included. RSVP by pre-payment at studio.
  • Soap Making Class- Saturday, Oct 25: 1-3 pm. $35.-all materials included. Limited to 6 students, RSVP required by pre-    payment. Learn the basics of lye soap making along with a bit of history of the craft by making about 2 pounds of soap. First week make and pour soap, second visit (to be determined) we will cut, finish and then let it finish curing (final curing about a month). We will use goat's milk or green tea for the base with the lye! RSVP by pre-payment.
  • Free Quilting Bee- First Tuesday of every month
  • A Work of Art Studio Nights- every Tuesday & Thursday. Having trouble finishing existing projects? Come work and get support from fellow artists any Tuesday or Thursday night from 6-9 pm. $2.50 per night. No RSVP necessary.

Come join the fun at A Work of Art Studio every Tuesday and Thursday night from 6-9 pm!
Here's a glimpse at what's been happening the last few months:
Studio time with mosaic projects all around! 

Amazing watercolor paintings being made by mostly beginners with the talented Suzanne Dangerman teaching. 


 Super fun sign painting class with amazing artist and teacher, Charis Moblo!

 Our talented and versatile artist and teacher, Julie Sullivan is at it again, having perfected her sculpture armature process for mosaic (class to come in the future schedule). This is her gorgeous mosaic koi pond table top. 


 Here are two amazing artists working on terra-cotta bases for birdbaths in the garden.


This is a mosaic/mixed media piece I created for a mosaic auction for Doctors without Borders. It is called "A Time For Peace". It says: "I will write peace on your wings and you will fly all over the world." ~Sadako Sasaki
and on the back side is a mosaic rendering of the tardis time machine from the "Dr. Who" series.
Here is the picture and other auction offerings on Flickr:
 https://www.flickr.com/photos/linlee8/sets/72157637843924546/
2014 International Mosaic Auction benefit for Doctors Without Borders / Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) will be held online at:www.BiddingForGood.com/DWB-MSF
Auction opens November 22 – Auction closes December 6

The full description is on this page on FaceBook:
https://www.facebook.com/103594013025721/photos/a.759340390784410.1073741833.103594013025721/791819444203171/?type=1&theater

Just a few of the exciting happenings at A Work of Art Studio. Come and join the fun and become one of the studio regulars, we love newcomers!
Check out updated class schedule on www.aworkofartstudio.com 
989-352-8222 
326 S. Lincoln Ave, Lakeview, MI 48850 
www.aworkofartstudio.blogspot.com or events calendar on Facebook: