 North Central Michigan College’s Institute for Business and Industry Training has a new program that makes it easy for businesses to provide high-quality training for their employees—no matter how many employees they have or where they're located. North Central Michigan College’s Institute for Business and Industry Training has partnered with ed2go to offer hundreds of online, instructor-facilitated employee training courses.
Workshops
Looking for ways to keep your hands and minds creatively engaged this summer? Three stimulating Studio Arts weekend workshops will help inspire your artistic work and play. To keep your mind and body in tune, join our 3rd Degree Black-Belt Karate instructor for evening sessions. Certificates verifying Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are available.
Our workshops can also be presented in group formats, customized to the needs of your organization and delivered at your location and schedule. Please call NCMC’s Institute for Business & Industry Training to learn about customized training opportunities
- Petoskey North Central Michigan College Campus is located at 1515 Howard Street. Please see the college website at www.ncmich.edu for a map or call 231-348-6613 for directions.
Please pre-register at least 3 days before the workshop to guarantee your place in class. Please call 231-348-6613 or 348-6705 for more information.
Health & Fitness
Karate
Tuesday & Thursday, May 1-June 26 (not May 26), 6:30-8 PM
plus one-time $20 uniform cost
Tuesday & Thursday, July 1-August 28, 6:30-8 PM
SCRC, Gym Court #3 |
$100 per 7-week course (14 sessions) |
| Learn traditional Okinawan Martial Arts, the art that allowed weaponless Okinawan farmers to defeat sword-yielding Samurai warriors. This beginning class teaches hand-foot techniques, self-defense forms and empty-hand sparring. The practice improves physical conditioning, endurance, self-confidence, discipline and concentration. Instructor: Sensei Tim Reeves, certified 3rd Degree Black Belt and 10-year karate teacher. |
Studio Art Workshops
Poetry & Image
Friday & Saturday, June 27 & 28, 10 AM-4 PM
Art Room 18 – Main Classroom Building |
$98 (includes supplies) |
| This 2-day workshop focuses on merging poetry and image in a wide variety of media. Examples of this practice will be presented as they have evolved throughout history and within contemporary art. Students will practice specific creative processes to use as catalysts for fresh ideas that combine content and medium. Instructor Gypsy Schindler, MFA Eastern Michigan University |
Social, Political and Personal In Art
Friday & Saturday, July 18 & 19, 10 AM – 4 PM
Art Room 18 – Main Classroom Building |
$98 (includes supplies) |
Understand the subtle and powerful images derived from personal, social and political content. Explore the evolution of this longstanding practice in art history. Practice contemporary techniques and approaches in a variety of media. Instructor Gypsy Schindler, MFA Eastern Michigan University. |
Current Trends and New Media
Friday & Saturday, August 1 & 1, 10 AM – 4 PM
NCMC Art Room 18 – Main Classroom Building |
$98 (includes supplies) |
Recent changes in attitudes about our material world have lead to interesting and fruitful changes in the artist’s view of the material they use. Learn about new artists, their work and the processes they use as related to medium, history and current events. Instructor Gypsy Schindler, MFA Eastern Michigan University. |
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Personal Interest
Studio Art Workshops
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- PetoskeyNorthCentralMichiganCollege Campus is located at 1515 Howard Street. Please see the college website at www.ncmich.edu for a map or call 231-348-6613 for directions.
- Charlevoix workshops will be held in the new Charlevoix Public Library computer lab at 220 West Clinton. Please call 231-547-2651 for directions.
- Cheboygan workshops will be held in the Cheboygan High School computer lab, Room 107, at 801 West Lincoln Avenue. Please call 231-597-0322 for directions. Click here for schedule.
Please pre-register at least 3 days before the workshop to guarantee your place in class. Please call 231-348-6613 or 348-6705 for more information.
Workshops can also be presented in group formats, customized to the needs of your organization and delivered at your location and schedule. Please call NCMC’s Institute for Business & Industry Training to learn about customized training opportunities.
Coming Soon
Business Development - Petoskey Campus Rm 297 Science Building
**All pricing is subject to change.
Many classes meet more than once; please plan to attend all sessions listed. Books and CDs will be provided for use during class only. Students may purchase materials to use after the class.
Grant Writing Basics for Non-Profits: Finding Funding
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$59 |
| What type of grant will fund your project, how do you find it and how do you apply? In this overview, participants will learn to research funding sources, identify types of grantors, develop partnerships, and analyze the components of a winning grant – from needs assessments to narratives, budgets, and evaluation plans. Instructor: Helen Leithauser, NCMC Business Training Coordinator & grant writer. |
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Grant Writing II: Writing & Submitting Your Grant
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$59 |
| In this hands-on workshop, participants will practice writing and critiquing the essential components of successful grant narratives, budgets and submission packages. Bring your ideas and leave with a blueprint for writing your proposal, budget and assessment. Instructor: Helen Leithauser (see above) |
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Leadership Coaching
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$59 |
| Do you want your team members to thrive, succeed, and achieve maximum results? Coaching leaders create positive, powerful environments that involve people in all levels of work and fully engage the energy of the team to achieve organizational goals. Learn to expand your concept of leadership and develop real, practival and powerful coaching leadership skills. Instructor: Kirsten Joy-Cochran, MSA and President of Visionality Training & Consulting, Inc. |
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How to Market Your Book (and Yourself!) Successfully
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$59 |
| Learn the innovative marketing tactics that took author Dewey’s best-selling book Aaron’s Crossing from self-published to nationally distributed in just 18 months. Instructor Glen Arbor author and power-promoter Linda Alice Dewey. |
Computer Technology - Petoskey Campus Rm 297 Science Building
All computer workshops demonstrate techniques using MS Office 2003. Many classes meet more than once; please plan to attend all sessions listed. Books and CDs will be provided for use during class only. Students may purchase materials to use after the class.
Computer Basics for the Terrified
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$29 |
| Learn to set up your computer, navigate your Windows screen, use keyboard shortcuts and store and retrieve files. Instructor: Chris Anderson, Certified Microsoft Office User |
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Computer Basics for the Terrified
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$29 |
| Learn to set up your computer, navigate your Windows screen, use keyboard shortcuts and store and retrieve files. Instructor: Chris Anderson, Certified Microsoft Office User Specialist. |
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Navigate the Net: Internet Savvy Travel Tips
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$29 |
| Learn the best search engines, tips to find what you need fast, how to protect yourself and your computer on-line, and more. Instructor: Chris Anderson, Certified Microsoft Office User Specialist. |
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MS Outlook Express: Easy E-mail & More
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$29 |
| Organize your e-mail using folders, color coding, and quick clean-up tips. Spare yourself Spam-mail, viruses and other e-trocities. Personalize your mail and increase productivity with these tips. Instructor: Chris Anderson, Certified Microsoft Office User Specialist. |
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Introduction to Digital Photography
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$29 |
| What do you need in a digital camera and how do you use it? Learn about lenses, image resolution, memory, shutter speed, batteries, zooms and what it means to you. Understand lighting, exposure, focus and composition. Camera not necessary. Instructor: Chris Cerrudo, NCMC Media Technician and U-M Biology Station photography instructor. |
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Digital Photography: Editing & Publishing with PhotoShop Elements
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$59 |
| Practice transferring images from the camera to the computer, basic editing, and preparing images for output, storage and recall. Instructor: Christopher Cerrudo, NCMC Technician Library and Academic Technologies |
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MS Word – Basics, Tips & Shortcuts
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$59 |
Beginning and experienced MS Word users learn the basics, shortcuts and time-saving tips to create, edit, and format professional-looking documents using borders, special fonts, and numerous shortcuts. Instructor: Chris Anderson (see above). |
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MS Word, Level II
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$59 |
| Build on Word Basics to customize documents, add visual appeal with tables & columns, headers, footers and imported graphics. Use mail-merge functions to prepare mass mailings, labels and postcards. Develop your own templates and style guides. Prior Word experience required. Instructor: Chris Anderson (see above). |
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QuickBooks Basics
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$59 |
| Feeling financially disorganized? Learn QuickBooks to get your business and personal finances under control. This workshop covers tracking and recording sales, managing accounts payable/receivable, recording banking transactions, and reconciling bank accounts. Instructor: Kirsten Joy-Cochran, MSA, certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor and president of Visionality Training & Consulting, Inc. |
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QuickBooks, Level II
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$59 |
| Create a budget, manage inventory, create financial statements, customize reports, forms and invoices, analyze income and expenses, understand payroll options, use import, export, and synchronization features, and customize QuickBooks options to your specific business needs. Instructor: Kirsten Joy-Cochran, MSA, certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor and President of Visionality Training & Consulting, Inc. |
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eBay: Basics of On-Line Buying & Selling
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$59 |
| Buyers learn to value auction items and win bids. Sellers learn to get top dollar for listings. Create catchy titles, craft advertising copy and use digital photos that sell. Conduct financial transactions safely on-line and protect against fraud. Instructor: Clay LaFave, eBay Power Seller and Instructor for US Army |
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Web Page Design Basics
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$59 |
Learn the fundamentals of web page design using FrontPage. Use templates to plan content, structure and layout. Create pages that are attractive, accessible to multiple browsers and linked to other sites. Use themes, add pictures, set background, format text, insert tables, hyperlinks and hot buttons to your website.Instructor: Kim Burns, NCMC computer technician and owner of Kb Computers |
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Webpage Design, Level II
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$59 |
Maintain and update your website using FrontPage. Learn techniques to update your design and content. Practice using your designs and information. Customized instruction for your website.Instructor: Kim Burns, NCMC computer technician and owner of Kb Computers |
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MS PowerPoint
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$59 |
| Prepare professional presentations, slides, hand-outs and outlines. Use PowerPoint’s built-in templates, color schemes, and layout features. Organize text and artwork to present perfect presentation. Previous computer experience required. Instructor: Chris Anderson (see above). |
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MS Excel. Level II
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$59 |
| Use Excel’s charting and database capabilities. Manage data, using sort and filter features, templates and reports. Enhance the appearance of worksheets, charts and graphs. Previous Excel experience required. Instructor: Chris Anderson (see above). |
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MS Access: Managing Business Data
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$119 |
| Learn to create a relational database, enter and edit information, develop and use forms, query to extract specific information, design and print reports, and use toolbars and shortcuts. Instructor: Chris Anderson (see above) |
Business Development - Cheboygan Library Conference Room (lower level)
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Navigate the Net: Internet Savvy Travel Tips
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$19 |
| Learn the best search engines, tips to find what you need fast, how to protect yourself and your computer on-line, and more. Demonstration of all techniques and hand-outs provided. Students will not have individual computers during class. Instructor: Chris Anderson, Certified Microsoft Office User Specialist. |
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Introduction to Digital Photography
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$19 |
| What do you need in a digital camera and how do you use it? Learn about lenses, image resolution, memory, shutter speed, batteries, zooms and what it means to you. Understand lighting, exposure, focus and composition. Camera not necessary. Demonstration of all techniques and hand-outs provided. Students will not have individual computers during class. Instructor: Chris Cerrudo, NCMC Media Technician and U-M Biology Station photography instructor. |
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Is Your Passion Profitable: Growing Your Business
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$99 |
| Wondering if you can make money doing what you love? In this workshop, you’ll develop your ideas into marketable goods/services, write your business plan and assess your readiness for the marketplace. Instructor: Kirsten Joy-Cochran, MSA and CEO of Visionality Training & Consulting, Inc. |
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Excellent Customer Service
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$49 |
| Create a culture of exceptional customer service using the techniques provided in this workshop. Instructor: Michele Andrews, NCMC Director of Off-Campus Programming & Instructor. |
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Grant Writing Basics for Non-Profits: Finding Funding
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$59 |
| What type of grant will fund your project, how do you find it and how do you apply? In this overview, participants will learn to research funding sources, identify types of grantors, develop partnerships, and analyze the components of a winning grant – from needs assessments to narratives, budgets, and evaluation plans. Instructor: Helen Leithauser, NCMC Business Training Coordinator & grant writer |
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eBay: Basics of On-Line Buying & Selling
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$49 |
| Buyers learn to value auction items and win bids. Sellers learn to get top dollar for listings. Create catchy titles, craft advertising copy and use digital photos that sell. Conduct financial transactions safely on-line and protect against fraud. Demonstration of all techniques and hand-outs provided. Students will not have individual computers during class. Instructor: Clay LaFave, eBay Power Seller and Instructor for US Army |
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Unemployment Law: What Every Employer Needs to Know
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$49 |
| In these two sessions, learn about hiring procedures and documentation, personnel policies, record keeping and the unemployment appeal and hearing process to prevent UE claims against your business. Instructor John Leithauser has practiced unemployment law since 1994 and has represented both unemployment claimants and employers in over 2,000 administrative hearings. |
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Computer Technology - Charlevoix Library Computer Lab
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| All computer workshops demonstrate techniques using MS Office 2003. Many classes meet more than once; please plan to attend all sessions listed. Books and CDs will be provided for use during class only. Students may purchase materials to use after the class. |
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Easy E-mail with MS Outlook
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$29 |
| Organize your e-mail using folders, color coding, and quick clean-up tips. Spare yourself Spam-mail, viruses and other e-trocities. Personalize your mail and increase productivity with these tips. Instructor: Chris Anderson (see above). |
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Introduction to Digital Photography
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$29 |
| What do you need in a digital camera and how do you use it? Learn about lenses, image resolution, memory, shutter speed, batteries, zooms and what it means to you. Understand lighting, exposure, focus and composition. Camera not necessary. Instructor: Chris Cerrudo, NCMC Media Technician and U-M Biology Station photography instructor. |
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Computer Technology - Cheboygan High School Room 107
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| All computer workshops demonstrate techniques using MS Office 2003. Many classes meet more than once; please plan to attend all sessions listed. Books and CDs will be provided for use during class only. Students may purchase materials to use after the class. |
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Computer Basics for the Terrified
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$29 |
| Learn to set up your computer, navigate your Windows screen, use keyboard shortcuts and store and retrieve files. Instructor: Chris Anderson, Certified Microsoft Office User Specialist. |
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MS Word – Basics, Tips & Shortcuts
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$59 |
| Beginning and experienced MS Word users learn the basics, shortcuts and time-saving tips to create, edit, and format professional-looking documents using borders, special fonts & characters, and numerous shortcuts. Instructor: Chris Anderson (see above). |
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MS Word, Level II
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$59 |
| Build on Word Basics to customize documents, add visual appeal with tables & columns, headers, footers and imported graphics. Use mail-merge functions to prepare mass mailings, labels and postcards. Develop your own templates and style guides. Prior Word experience required. Instructor: Chris Anderson (see above). |
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MS Excel Basics
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$59 |
| Create spreadsheets and calculate results using formulas and simple functions. Learn the basics of entering, selecting and editing data; use toolbars and shortcuts; save and print your reports. Instructor: Chris Anderson (see above). |
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MS Excel. Level II
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$59 |
| Use Excel’s charting and database capabilities. Manage data, using sort and filter features, templates and reports. Enhance the appearance of worksheets, charts and graphs. Previous Excel experience required. Instructor: Chris Anderson (see above). |
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MS Access: Managing Business Data
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$119 |
| Learn to create a relational database, enter and edit information, develop and use forms, query to extract specific information, design and print reports, and use toolbars and shortcuts. Instructor: Chris Anderson (see above) |
Personal Interest - Petoskey Campus
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Juggle On: Juggling for All Ages
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Attend one or more workshops.
$39/4 sessions (plus one-time $10 kit fee) |
| Develop hand-eye coordination, rhythm and confidence and relieve stress with basic juggling techniques, including 3-ball patterns and tricks. Instructor: Chet Mitchell is a professional juggler and juggling teacher. |
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Karate
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$100 per 7-week course (14 sessions)
plus one-time $20 uniform cost
(no class spring break April 1-4) |
| Learn traditional Okinawan Martial Arts. This beginning class teaches hand-foot techniques, self-defense forms and empty-hand sparring. The practice improves physical conditioning, endurance, self-confidence, discipline and concentration. Instructor: Sensei Tim Reeves, certified 3rd Degree Black Belt and 10-year karate teacher. |
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Retirement Planning Today
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$65 (spouse or one guest at no additional charge) |
Create your goals for a successful retirement in this entertaining, informative & practical workshop. Learn to eliminate debt, improve cash flow, select the appropriate retirement plan, reduce financial risks and eliminate taxes, delays & legal challenges with estate planning. A 235-page Planning workbook is included in the cost. Instructor: Dennis J. Prout, member NASD and SIPC, registered representative with Royal Alliance Associates, Inc. |
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The Kassel Mission, Pride of a Nation
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$29 |
| Listen to author, historian and master-story-teller Linda Dewey recount and show video/photos from the World War II’s most dramatic air battle. Instructor: Glen Arbor author Linda Alice Dewey |
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Studio Art Workshops - Petoskey Campus
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Wood-Fired Ceramics
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$79 (2-day workshop, includes supplies) |
| Ever wanted to try wood-firing, but didn’t have the resources? Come join the fun of firing in our new bourry box wood kiln. Bring 8-10 pots to glaze on May 3, then fire with us on May 10. Potters of all levels are welcome. Instructors: Jeff Cline, Potter and Shanna Robinson, NCMC Professor of Art. |
The Art of Raku
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$40 (includes supplies) |
| Watch and practice the exciting art of firing which originated in Japan. The process of firing red-hot clay in the fire is dramatic, unpredictable and beautiful. Instructor: Doug DeLind has an MFA in Ceramics from MSU and has exhibited in galleries across the Midwest. This workshop is co-hosted by the Jordan River Arts Council and the college, and supported with grants from the Charlevoix County Community Foundation and the Petoskey Harbor Springs Community Foundation. |
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Glaze Formulations & Surfaces
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$40 (includes supplies) |
| Want to expand your glaze palette or gain a better understanding or what makes a glaze work? Beginning with studio glazes, learn to expand the role of each chemical in a glaze formula and alter the existing glaze to create a new product. Handouts, glaze recipes, materials and resources will be provided. Please bring work or image surfaces to recreate or study. Notebook & sketchbook required. Instructor: Dana Shearin has a MFA from Cranbrook Acadmeny of Art and BFA from NYSUAlfredUniversity and has taught and exhibited extensively throughout the Midwest. This workshop is co-hosted by the Jordan River Arts Council and the college, and supported with grants from the Charlevoix County Community Foundation and the Petoskey Harbor Springs Community Foundation. |
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Drawing Made Simple
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$29 (includes supplies) |
| Learn to express your ideas artistically. Drawing is easier than writing or math, according to instructor and artist Dick Cunningham. In this 3-hour workshop, Dick shares techniques that will enable everyone to become artistically literate. Instructor Dick Cunningham, PhD is an artist and art teacher. |
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Art for the “Unartistic”
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$29 (includes supplies) |
| Can’t draw a straight line? Play, have fun and explore your creative side with simple, enjoyable techniques. Instructor: Mary Jill Lemieur, artist and NCMC watercolor instructor. Her work is exhibited in local galleries and collections across the U.S |
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| Pen & Ink Drawing Studio Workshop |
$29 (includes all art supplies) |
| Learn the techniques and skills of this graphic medium. Discover your unique style and create finished drawings and note cards. Instructor: Mary Jill Lemieur. |
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Acrylic Painting Studio Workshop
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$59 |
An introduction to acrylic painting. Explore materials, techniques, composition and color mixing.
Instructor Mary Jill Lemieur (see above). |
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Textile Workshop: Silk-Screening Off the Grid
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$79 (supplies for use in class provided) |
In addition to using a silk-screen as a giant stamp, you will learn some fun tricks using a standard screen and a thermofax screen (a great way to make a screen from any black-and-white artwork). Learn to work with Procion MX dyes and fabric paints. Class fee includes some materials. Instructor Barbara Bushey has been teaching at the college level for 20 years. She has also presented workshops at Quilt and Surface Design Symposium and for the Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild. |
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Watercolor Portrait Workshop
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$59 |
| Explore the basics of watercolor portrait painting: planning and drawing the composition, use of values, color harmonies and mixing flesh tones. Instructor Mary Jill Lemieur (see above). |
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Advanced Watercolor Techniques
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$59 |
| Experiment with special effects and mixed media to explore new painting techniques. Take your paintings up to a higher level. Intermediate to advanced students. Instructor Mary Jill Lemieur (see above). |
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Build It & Burn It: Using a Wood-Fired Kiln
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$79 (2-day workshop, includes supplies) |
| Ever wanted to try wood-firing, but didn’t have the resources? Come join the fun of firing in our new bourry box wood kiln. Bring 8-10 pots to glaze on April 19, then fire with us on April 25. Potters of all levels are welcome. Instructors:Jeff Cline, Potter and Shanna Robinson, NCMC Professor of Art. |
Studio Art Workshops - Cheboygan Library Art Studio (lower level)
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Making Mosaics
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$79 (for 4 sessions-includes supplies.)
Must take all 4 to complete project. |
| Express your wild, colorful side using tiles, glass and pottery. Design and complete mosaic flower pot, planter or stepping stone. Select from many colors, textures and patterns. No experience necessary. All ages welcome. (Children under 12 must have parent register also.) Instructor Juli Runberg is a graphic and fine artist, writer, gardener, baker and seamstress. She has taught art in the public school system and community for 15 years. |
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Sew What: Start Sewing
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$29 (includes supplies.) |
| Are your sewing skills rusty or non-existent? Join this fun and creative class while learning basic skills and becoming comfortable with your sewing machine. Choose from several projects and learn as you sew. Instructor Diana Call is a fiber artist whose award-winning work has been exhibited in galleries throughout Michigan. |
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Art Dolls
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$29 (includes supplies.) |
| Play, create and make an art doll using several doll forms (provided). Your doll can be anyone you want. Bring beads, charms, ribbons and friends to enjoy making a charming and personal project. Instructor Diana Call is a fiber artist whose award-winning work has been exhibited in galleries throughout Michigan. |
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Miniature Art
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$19 (includes supplies.) |
| Large projects can be intimidating. This workshop is just right for those who wan to create one or many small art pieces using fiber, paper and mixed media. Good class for groups. Bring friends. Instructor Diana Call is a fiber artist whose award-winning work has been exhibited in galleries throughout Michigan. |
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Fiber Extravaganza!
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$49 (includes supplies.) |
| Here’s a chance for you to experience using many fibers and unusual elements to create an exciting silk-based highly embellished fiber collage that is perfect for making purses, pillows or wearable art. You will amaze yourself! Instructor Diana Call is a fiber artist whose award-winning work has been exhibited in galleries throughout Michigan. |
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Altered States Jacket of Many Colors
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$149 (includes supplies.) |
| Create with color and fiber. Using batik or other unusual fabrics, alter a sweatshirt into a jacket that reflects your artistic self. If you are not in touch with that side of yourself, this is a good place to start. Some sewing skill required and a sweatshirt that is at least one size too large. Instructor Diana Call is a fiber artist whose award-winning work has been exhibited in galleries throughout Michigan. |
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To register for any of the following classes click here for a registration form.
*Registration form is a fillable PDF. Click here to download the latest version of Acrobat. |
