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Mary Bajcz Award winning quilt maker of both bed and art quilts Diane Banister Stained glass artist and instructor, photographer Jeanne DeHaan Award-winning watercolor artist and instructor Wendy Willihnganz Many years experience teaching art to children; Certified watercolor instructor; college arts major Cecelia Gollon Artist and Certified Huron Valley School Teacher Denise Forrest Jeweler, Fiber Artist and Certified Huron Valley School Teacher Gerry Greene Award winning oil painter expert in both abstract and realist styles of painting Karen Nave Professional photographer and owner of Kickdrum photography
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| | Register Today! | | | Sign up for summer camps for all ages today!
Check out the all our new classes. Register for classes via mail or in person OR see details below on how to RSVP for upcoming open studio classes!
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| | Animation Camp is BACK!! | | | |
Learn how to make a movie: Animation Camp 2013
with award winning cinematographer and media artist John Prusak
For All Ages 12 and up
Dates & Times: 9am-3pm Daily - August 12-16
Only 15 students MAX!
Tuition: $250
Location: HVCA 205 W. Livingston Rd. Highland, MI.
Ever want to create a storyboard? Direct or create animations? In this class lead by award winning cinematographer John Prusak students will collaborate to produce a short animated film during an intensive one week summer workshop. Students will be receive a DVD of the animation shorts created during this class and will be the special guests at the 2013 premier of the films. John Prusak has taught video and animation to students of all ages for more than 30 years facilitating numerous workshops with a team of knowledgeable animators. All supplies are provided. If you have ever wondered how those amazing animated movies are made this is your chance to learn how!
Storyboarding Camp
with award winning cinematographer and media artist John Prusak
For All Ages 12 and up
Dates & Times: 9am-3pm Daily - August 19-23
Only 15 students MAX!
Tuition: $250
Location: HVCA 205 W. Livingston Rd. Highland, MI.
Do you have a great idea for a film but don’t know how to get started? Have you created animated films before but want help growing your craft? Then Storyboarding Camp is for you! Learn how to take your ideas from your mind to the page in this intensive one week summer workshop. Taught by John Prusak and his team of D.A.F.T. film makers this class makes a great stand alone course or companion course to the ever popular Animation Camp. All supplies are provided. Join the team for a week long adventure and learn how to take your talent to the next level!
Register by mail or in person. All registrations are non-refundable for this camp.
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Clay Camp for Grades 1-12
with certified teacher Cecilia Gollan
Daily June 24-27 9:00am- 12:00pm
Tuition: $185 HVCA members, $195 non-members
Location: Art Room – Oak Valley Middle School – 4200 White Oak Trail, Commerce MI.
Back by popular demand, have fun this summer in Clay Camp! Kids will discover basic, hand-building and wheel techniques in a fun and creative environment with a professional clay artist. Explore clay by creating both functional and sculptural projects which will be glazed and fired in class. Perfect for beginning and advanced young clay enthusiasts. All materials are included.
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Animal Art Camp for Grades 1 – 5
with certified teacher Cecilia Gollan
Daily June 24-27 12:00pm-2:00pm
Tuition: $120 HVCA members, $130 non-members
Location: Art Room – Oak Valley Middle School – 4200 White Oak Trail, Commerce MI.
This one week camp is all about animals! Campers will explore their textures, patterns, colors and shapes of animals from a variety of habitats and use them as inspiration for drawing, painting and sculpture. Students will learn about the fundamental concepts of art while learning about one of their favorite subjects. All materials are included.
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Explorations in Contemporary Art – Grades 6-12
with certified teacher Cecilia Gollan
July 22-26 2:00-4:00
Tuition: $150 HVCA members, $160 non-members
Location: HVCA 205 W. Livingston Rd. Highland, MI.
Students will be introduced to contemporary art through presentations and exploration of new techniques and materials for self-expression. Studio experiences will include sculpting with alternative materials, experimental painting techniques, monotype printmaking and outdoor drawing. All materials are included. | |
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Middle School Art Camp Grades 5-8
with certified teacher Cecilia Gollan
August 5-9 9:00- 12:00
Cost: $150- members, $160 non-members
Location: HVCA 205 W. Livingston Rd. Highland, MI.
Students entering grades 6-8 will be immersed in a variety of studio art experiences in drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and mixed media. The camp art educator will develop fun & innovative lessons that are appropriate for all students. All materials are included. | |
| | Youth Art Camp 5 | | | |
Passport to Art Camp Grades 5-12
with certified teacher Cecilia Gollan
August 5-9 12:00- 3:00
Cost: $150- members, $160 non-members
Location: HVCA 205 W. Livingston Rd. Highland, MI.
All aboard! Take an art voyage around the world, exploring the unique artwork created by various world cultures. Begin by creating a passport-like journal in which to record your daily adventures as you explore the work of artisans from Africa, Asia, Australia, Latin America and more! - learn about the artistic creations of a different culture, discuss their fascinating techniques and gain inspiration for your own art. Each day we will create different piece of artwork. All materials are included. |
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| | Beginning Watercolor Open Studio | | | |
with award winning artist Wendy Willihnganz
at the HVCA 205 W. Livingston Rd. Highland, MI. 48357
Students will learn the skills to complete a beautiful painting. Learn basic techniques: wet into wet, wet into dry, dry-brush, lifting, and which brushes and paper to use, in a fun and lighthearted environment. Great for the beginning painter or anyone looking to re-learn the joy in watercolor! Materials list click here.
Mondays 3pm-5pm (2 hour class) Starting January 21, 2013
Age Range: 15 to adult
Per Person Fee: $20
Call Wendy Willihnganz to RSVP 248-505-6323
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| | Pen & Ink Open Studio | | | with award winning artist Wendy Willihnganz
at the HVCA 205 W. Livingston Rd. Highland, MI. 48357
Students will work with watercolor and ink to create images from photos and your imagination. The ink will define different objects in our paintings, such as tree trunks, fruit, etc while the watercolor will add life and color. Materials list click here.
Mondays 5:30pm-7:30pm (2 hour class) Starting January 21, 2013
Age Range: 15 to adult
Per Person Fee: $20
Call Wendy Willihnganz to RSVP 248-505-6323
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| | Beginning Stained Glass Copper Foil Method | | | with renowned artist Diane Banister
At the Artist’s Studio in Highland
Students will learn copper foiled stained glass. Each person will leave with a completed panel ready to hang. A basic design will be made using 4 pieces of beveled glass and 8 pieces of colored glass. A variety of colored glass will be available to choose from. Students will learn how to cut glass, grind glass, apply copper foil to glass, solder foil, clean and polish while completing a simple project. Instructor will provide all materials. Minimum Students: 3 / Maximum Students: 4
Call the HVCA office to arrange a private class for a group of 3 or more!
One-Day Workshop Saturdays 10am - 3pm
Age Range: 14 and up
Materials Fee: $20 (due on first day of class)
Tuition: $40 HVCA members save 10%
Register for this class in person or by mail at:
HVCA 205 West Livingston Rd. Highland MI. 48357
248-889-8660
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| | Beginning Lead Came Stained Glass | | | with renowned artist Diane Banister
At the Artist’s Studio in Highland
Students will learn the lead came method of stained glass. Each person will leave with a completed panel ready to hang. A basic design will be made using beveled glass, clear glass and colored glass. A variety of glass will be available to choose from. Students will learn how to cut glass, grind glass, stretch and cut lead came, assemble glass and lead came panel, solder lead came, cement and clean and polish with whiting while creating a finished panel. Instructor will provide all materials. Minimum Students: 3 / Maximum Students: 4
Call the HVCA office to arrange a private class for a group of 3 or more!
One-Day Workshop Saturdays 10am - 3pm
Age Range: 14 and up
Materials Fee: $20 (due on first day of class)
Tuition:$40 HVCA members save 10%
Register for this class in person or by mail at: HVCA 205 West Livingston Rd. Highland MI. 48357
248-889-8660
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| | Highland Station House Fiber Artists | | | Each Wednesday at 10:00am at the HVCA join the Highland Station House Fiber Artist for a drop in knitters circle. Brush up on your technique, learn new patterns or ideas, and have fun! Drop in knitters are welcome. A small $1 donation to the HVCA is suggested for each session.
For additional information contact Mary Bajcz at 248-685-9015.
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| | Creative Writing Appreciation Group | | | The Creative Writing Appreciation Group meets the second Thursday of each month from 7:00pm-9:00pm at the HVCA Highland Station House. All skill levels welcome! Bring a piece to share (ten copies) or just come and enjoy. Anyone with an interest in any form of creative writing is always welcome!
For additional information contact Anne Seebaldt by email.
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| | Alan Smith Jam Session | | | Every Wednesday, 7.00-9.00p.m. Come and join us, either to play, sing or just to listen. Please, bring your own instrument. Piano is available. We welcome musicians, singers, performers. H.S.H. To find out more information contact Alan Smith. CLICK HERE FOR EMAIL
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HVCA 205 West Livingston Rd. Highland MI. 48357 Office Hours: Wed-Fri 10am-5pm Sat 11am-4pm
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