June 2020
BirdHouses
In this class, we will be constructing birdhouses using extruded and slab-rolled parts. Various decorating techniques will be used to finish the houses.
Find out more »Pottery Open Studio
This is an opportunity for those with prior clay experience to renew their work with clay and those taking GAAC clay classes to practice their newly learned skills...
Find out more »The Fundamentals of Composition for Painters
Have fun learning how the simple fundamentals of artistic composition will make you a better painter.
Find out more »Master Class: Throwing on the Wheel
This hands-on intensive weekend workshop will begin with a slide show of historical and contemporary potters’ work from around the world...
Find out more »Art Camp: Clay Cubs Session 1
Dates: June 22, 23, & 26. Join us for a trek into a colorful world of discovery and imagination with our Art Camp programs. GAAC’s Art Camps will bring two unique visual arts opportunities to artists 6-12 years of age under the backdrop of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. All classes are at our picturesque Thoreson Farm studio within Sleeping Bear National Park. Instructors will help campers foster natural creativity, self-expression, art technique and genuine FUN time! Clay Cubs will…
Find out more »Art Camp: Art Rangers Session 1
Dates: June 22, 23, & 26. Join us for a trek into a colorful world of discovery and imagination with our Art Camp programs. GAAC’s Art Camps will bring two unique visual arts opportunities to artists 6-12 years of age under the backdrop of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. All classes are at our picturesque Thoreson Farm studio within Sleeping Bear National Park. Instructors will help campers foster natural creativity, self-expression, art technique and genuine FUN time! Art adventure! Art…
Find out more »Thoreson Farm Pottery Sampler
In this class, students explore throwing on the wheel, extruding, and slab building. Experience three fun ways of making with clay in a positive environment and a beautiful setting.
Find out more »July 2020
Plein Air at the Farm
Experience plein air oil painting in the historic Port Oneida landscape. This workshop will introduce plein air techniques and teach strategies for depicting natural and rural landscapes.
Find out more »Art Camp: Clay Cubs Session 2
Dates: July 6, 7, & 10. Join us for a trek into a colorful world of discovery and imagination with our Art Camp programs. GAAC’s Art Camps will bring two unique visual arts opportunities to artists 6-12 years of age under the backdrop of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. All classes are at our picturesque Thoreson Farm studio within Sleeping Bear National Park. Instructors will help campers foster natural creativity, self-expression, art technique and genuine FUN time! Clay Cubs will…
Find out more »Pottery on the Wheel
Learn and practice wedging, centering, throwing, and trimming basic forms. Enjoy one-on-one interaction as you learn the skills needed to become comfortable working on the potter’s wheel.
Find out more »Raku 1
Experience the excitement of traditional Japanese Raku pottery as practiced in the west today. Glaze, decorate, and fire already made pots in this one-day class.
Find out more »Art Camp: Clay Cubs Session 3
Dates: July 13, 14, & 17. Join us for a trek into a colorful world of discovery and imagination with our Art Camp programs. GAAC’s Art Camps will bring two unique visual arts opportunities to artists 6-12 years of age under the backdrop of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. All classes are at our picturesque Thoreson Farm studio within Sleeping Bear National Park. Instructors will help campers foster natural creativity, self-expression, art technique and genuine FUN time! Clay Cubs will…
Find out more »Art Camp: Art Rangers Session 3
Dates: July 13, 14, & 17. Join us for a trek into a colorful world of discovery and imagination with our Art Camp programs. GAAC’s Art Camps will bring two unique visual arts opportunities to artists 6-12 years of age under the backdrop of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. All classes are at our picturesque Thoreson Farm studio within Sleeping Bear National Park. Instructors will help campers foster natural creativity, self-expression, art technique and genuine FUN time! Art adventure! Art…
Find out more »Raku 2
Experience the excitement of traditional Japanese Raku pottery as practiced in the west today. Glaze, decorate, and fire already made pots in this one-day class.
Find out more »Art Camp: Clay Cubs Session 4
Dates: July 20, 21, & 24. Join us for a trek into a colorful world of discovery and imagination with our Art Camp programs. GAAC’s Art Camps will bring two unique visual arts opportunities to artists 6-12 years of age under the backdrop of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. All classes are at our picturesque Thoreson Farm studio within Sleeping Bear National Park. Instructors will help campers foster natural creativity, self-expression, art technique and genuine FUN time! Clay Cubs will…
Find out more »Art Camp: Art Rangers Session 4
Dates: July 20, 21, & 24. Join us for a trek into a colorful world of discovery and imagination with our Art Camp programs. GAAC’s Art Camps will bring two unique visual arts opportunities to artists 6-12 years of age under the backdrop of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. All classes are at our picturesque Thoreson Farm studio within Sleeping Bear National Park. Instructors will help campers foster natural creativity, self-expression, art technique and genuine FUN time! Art adventure! Art…
Find out more »Kitchen Capers
Produce pots for the foodie in all of us. Use several forming and decorating techniques to make functional, food-safe pots. Pitchers, plates, taster sets, and more.
Find out more »Fundamentals of Color for Painters
Have fun learning how the simple fundamentals of color mixing and applying will make you a better painter.
Find out more »Raku 3
Experience the excitement of traditional Japanese Raku pottery as practiced in the west today. Glaze, decorate, and fire already made pots in this one-day class.
Find out more »Art Camp: Clay Cubs Session 5
Dates: July 27, 28, & 31. Join us for a trek into a colorful world of discovery and imagination with our Art Camp programs. GAAC’s Art Camps will bring two unique visual arts opportunities to artists 6-12 years of age under the backdrop of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. All classes are at our picturesque Thoreson Farm studio within Sleeping Bear National Park. Instructors will help campers foster natural creativity, self-expression, art technique and genuine FUN time! Clay Cubs will…
Find out more »Art Camp: Art Rangers Session 5
Dates: July 27, 28, & 31. Join us for a trek into a colorful world of discovery and imagination with our Art Camp programs. GAAC’s Art Camps will bring two unique visual arts opportunities to artists 6-12 years of age under the backdrop of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. All classes are at our picturesque Thoreson Farm studio within Sleeping Bear National Park. Instructors will help campers foster natural creativity, self-expression, art technique and genuine FUN time! Art adventure! Art…
Find out more »Plein Air Bootcamp
Warm-up for the Plein Air weekend or just hone your skills with a morning of painting. David will demonstrate his process for painting en Plein air and mentor participants of all levels.
Find out more »August 2020
Raku 4
Experience the excitement of traditional Japanese Raku pottery as practiced in the west today. Glaze, decorate, and fire already made pots in this one-day class.
Find out more »Art Camp: Clay Cubs Session 6
Dates: August 10, 11, & 14. Join us for a trek into a colorful world of discovery and imagination with our Art Camp programs. GAAC’s Art Camps will bring two unique visual arts opportunities to artists 6-12 years of age under the backdrop of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. All classes are at our picturesque Thoreson Farm studio within Sleeping Bear National Park. Instructors will help campers foster natural creativity, self-expression, art technique and genuine FUN time! Clay Cubs will…
Find out more »Art Camp: Art Rangers Session 6
Dates: August 10, 11, & 14. Join us for a trek into a colorful world of discovery and imagination with our Art Camp programs. GAAC’s Art Camps will bring two unique visual arts opportunities to artists 6-12 years of age under the backdrop of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park. All classes are at our picturesque Thoreson Farm studio within Sleeping Bear National Park. Instructors will help campers foster natural creativity, self-expression, art technique and genuine FUN time! Art adventure! Art…
Find out more »Raku 5
Experience the excitement of traditional Japanese Raku pottery as practiced in the west today. Glaze, decorate, and fire already made pots in this one-day class.
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