crooked tree arts center 2014 fall classes and workshops

461 E. Mitchell Street • Petoskey, MI 49770 • 231-347-4337 • www.crookedtree.org

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CLASSES WORKSHOPSk

FALL 2014

COURSESCHEDULE

By Day & Time

To register: visit www.crookedtree.org or call 231-347-4337 2

CLASS TITLE TIME PAGEWednesday Youth The Art of Surrealism Workshop (Grades 9-12) (Nov. 5) 12:00-2:30 pm 9Youth CTAC Concert Orchestra 3:30-4:30 pm 4Youth Kids Cre8 (Grades K-3) 3:45-4:45 pm 6Youth Ballroom Kids (Grades 4-8) 3:45-4:45 pm 8Youth Pottery Wheel Project/Pottery Wheel (Grades 4-12) 3:45-5:45 pm 7, 8, 9Youth Small Parts Make a Big Picture (Grades 4-8) 3:45-5:45 pm 7Youth Intermediate/Advanced Ballet (Ages 10+) 4:00-5:30 pm 3Youth Dance Fusion I (Ages 4-6) 4:15-4:55 pm 3Youth CTAC Chamber Orchestra 4:30-5:30 pm 4Youth Dance Fusion II (Ages 7-11) 5:00-6:00 pm 3Youth Dance Fusion III (Ages 12+) 6:00-7:00 pm 3Youth Knitting/Crocheting (Grades 4-8) 6:00-7:00 pm 8Youth Pre-Professional Ballet (Ages 10+) 6:00-8:00 pm 3Youth/Adult Drawing, Painting & Composition (Ages 16+) 6:00-8:30 pm 9, 10

Thursday Youth Pre-School Movement (Ages 3-6) 3:30-4:00 pm 5Youth Baby Dinosaurs (Grades K-3) 3:30-4:30 pm 6Youth Get Buggy (Grades K-3) 3:45-4:45 pm 6Youth Draw a Tree (Grades 4-6) 3:45-4:45 pm 7Youth Art Passport—Ethnic Art: Mexico (Grades 4-6) 3:45-5:15 pm 8Youth Dance Video (Grades 4-8) 3:45-5:15 pm 8Youth Intermediate Ballet (Ages 8-11) 4:00-5:15 pm 3Youth Hip Hop I (Grades K-3) 4:15-5:00 pm 6Youth Papier Mâché Puppets (Grades 4-6) 4:45-5:45 pm 7Youth Hip Hop II & Teen (Grades 4-12) 5:00-6:00 pm 8, 9Youth Intermediate/Advanced Ballet (Ages 10+) 5:15-6:45 pm 3Adult Adult Ballroom (Ages 18+) 6:00-7:30 pm 10Adult Watercolor Projects/Watercolor (Ages 18+) 6:00-8:00 pm 10Adult Northern Clay Art & Pottery Club (Ages 18+) 6:00-9:00 pm 10Youth/Adult Elemental Hooping (Ages 12+) 6:30-8:00 pm 8, 9, 10Youth Pre-Professional Ballet (Ages 10+) 7:00-8:30 pm 3

FridayYouth Pre-Professional Variations (By audition) 2:00-3:30 pm 3 SaturdayAdult Shooting Your Artwork: Bootcamp Workshop (Ages 18+) (Sep. 27) 9:00 am-5:00 pm 11Adult The Art of A Good Photograph & Portrait of a Place Workshop (Ages 16+) (Oct. 4) 10:00 am-4:00 pm 11Youth Beginning Ballet (Ages 4-6) 10:20-11:00 am 3Youth Just Us: Build a Kite (Grades K-5) (Sept. 20) 10:30 am-12:30 pm 4Youth Just Us: Learn to Dance (Grades K-5) (Oct. 11) 10:30 am-12:30 pm 4Youth Just Us: Family Feast (Grades K-5) (Nov. 15) 10:30 am-12:30 pm 4Youth Beginning/Intermediate Ballet (Ages 6-8) 11:00 am-12:00 pm 3Youth Nutcracker Auditions 12:30-2:30 pm 3Adult Paper Painting Collage Workshop (Ages 18+) (2-week workshop; Sep. 6 & 13) 1:00-3:30 pm 11Youth Animation Workshop (Grades 9-12) (Oct. 25) 1:00-3:30 pm 9

CLASS TITLE TIME PAGEMondayYouth Pre-Professional Variations (By audition) 2:00-3:30 pm 3Youth Beginning Ballet (Ages 4-6) 3:30-4:10 pm 3Youth Animation (Grades 4-8) 3:30-5:30 pm 7Youth Pottery Project/Handbuilding (Grades K-5) 3:45-4:45 pm 6Youth Step-By-Step Painting (Grades K-3) 3:45-5:00 pm 6Youth After School Theater: Laughter Club (Grades 4-8) 3:45-5:00 pm 7Youth Art Start (Grades 4-6) 3:45-5:15 pm 7Youth/Adult Fall Sketching – For all Levels (Ages 14+) 3:45-5:15 pm 9, 10Youth Intermediate/Advanced Ballet (Ages 10+) 4:00-5:30 pm 3Youth CTAC Concert Orchestra 5:30-6:30 pm 4Youth/Adult Ukulele (Grades 4-Adult) 6:00-7:00 pm 7, 9, 10Youth Pre-Professional Ballet (Ages 10+) 6:00-8:00 pm 3Adult Figure Drawing (Ages 18+) 6:00-8:00 pm 10Youth CTAC Chamber Orchestra 6:30-8:30 pm 4Adult Harvest Centerpieces Workshop (Ages 18+) (Oct. 13) 6:30-9:30 pm 11Adult Hand Tied Bouquets Workshop (Ages 18+) (Nov. 10) 6:30-9:30 pm 11Adult Large Scale Floral Design Workshop (Ages 18+) (Nov. 17) 6:30-9:30 pm 11

Tuesday Youth Music & Me (Ages 0-5) 10:00-10:30 am 5Youth Adventures in Art (Ages 3-6) 11:00-11:45 am 5Youth Let’s Play: Theater (Grades K-3) 3:45-4:45 pm 6Youth Build it 3D: Cardboard Castles (Grades K-3) 3:45-5:00 pm 6Youth Art Exploration (Grades 4-6) 3:45-5:45 pm 7Youth Intermediate Ballet (Ages 8-11) 4:00-5:15 pm 3Youth Beginning/Intermediate Ballet (Ages 6-8) 4:30-5:30 pm 3Youth Martial Arts (Grades 4-8) 4:30-5:30 pm 7Youth Intermediate/Advanced Ballet (Ages 10+) 5:15-6:45 pm 3Adult Adult Ballet (Ages 18+) 5:45-7:00 pm 10Adult Culinary Series (Ages 21+) 6:00-8:00 pm 11Adult Northern Clay Art & Pottery Club (Ages 18+) 6:00-9:00 pm 10Youth/Adult Drawing Basics Boot Camp (Ages 14+) 6:15-7:30 pm 9, 10 Youth Pre-Professional Ballet (Ages 10+) 7:00-8:30 pm 3Youth CTAC Youth Jazz Band 7:00-9:00 pm 4

Crooked Tree Arts Center offers something for people

of all ages in a variety of the arts. If you have questions about listed

classes, please contact CTAC, 231-347-4337.

Dance FusionInstructor: Karrie BenedictLocation: CTAC Dance Studio

Dance Fusion students explore a variety of dance styles including modern and jazz with music from classic to Broadway show tunes. Students learn the skills to create their own work and have the opportunity to share their original choreography with the class. Max Students: 15

Dance Fusion I (Ages 4-6) Wednesdays, 4:15-4:55 pm

Tuition: Members: $216 / Non-Members: $236

Dance Fusion II (Ages 7-11)Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 pm


Dance Fusion III (Ages 12+ or by permission) Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm


Nutcracker AuditionsSaturday, September 27, 12:30-2:30 pm

Location: 418 E. Mitchell Studio

Fall-Winter SessionSeptember 15, 2014 - January 31, 2015No classes Nov. 24-29 & Dec. 22-Jan. 3, 2015

Beginning Ballet (Ages 4-6)Mondays, 3:30-4:10 pm or Saturdays, 10:20-11:00 am

Instructor: Karrie BenedictLocation: CTAC Dance StudioTuition: Members: $216 / Non-Members: $236

Designed to be a dancer’s first class, this class will focus on arm placement, pointing of toes, stretching, turnout, poise and classroom etiquette. At the end of the session, students will be able to execute the two dance positions, have a solid basic concept of the way their bodies move and be excited for their next dance class! Max Students: 12

Beginning/Intermediate Ballet (Ages 6-8)Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm or Saturdays, 11:00 am -12:00 pm


This class level introduces the young dancer to the true outline of a ballet class. Structured ballet barre with center combinations and French terminology will shape the students for future classes. This level is the perfect transition from a beginning class and a necessary step to the intermediate level. Max Students: 14

Intermediate Ballet (Ages 8-11) Tuesdays, 4:00-5:15 pm or Thursdays, 4:00-5:15 pm

Instructor: Heather RaueLocation: 418 E. Mitchell Dance StudioTuition: Members: $252 / Non-Members: $272

A class at this level is for serious ballet students with a solid, well-trained foundation. Dancers spend half their time at the barre learning, memorizing and executing full combinations, while absorbing and understanding proper techniques. The other half of the classroom experience is spent doing center work. Max Students: 30

Intermediate/Advanced Ballet (Age 10+)Mondays, 4:00-5:30 pm or Tuesdays, 5:15-6:45 pm or Wednesdays, 4:00-5:30 pm or Thursdays, 5:15-6:45 pm


A class at this level is for serious ballet students with a solid, well-trained foundation. Dancers spend half their time at the barre learning, memorizing and executing full combinations, while absorbing and understanding proper techniques. The other half of the classroom experience is spent doing center work. (A minimum of two classes required to participate at this level) Max Students: 30

Pre-Professional Ballet (By Audition - Age 10+)- BALLET: Mondays, Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm; Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7:00-8:30 pm; Fridays, 4:00-5:30 pm; Saturdays, 10:00 am-12:00 pm

- ADVANCED DANCE STUDIES: Mondays, 4:00-5:30 pm (taught by Karrie Benedict)Instructor: Heather RaueLocation: 418 E. Mitchell Dance StudioTuition: Members: $630 / Non-Members: $650

Designed for serious ballet students with a solid ballet foundation. This class moves quickly. Dancers in this level are expected to push themselves to excel in the classroom and on their own time. Complicated concepts are taught and mastered: multiple turns, grand allegro, adagio, extension, body placement, partner work, pointe work and concentration on the feet. Each dancer is hand selected by Ms. Heather to participate in the Pre-Professional level based on talent, potential, maturity and dedication. (A minimum of four classes required to participate at this level)

Pre-Professional Variations Class (By Audition - Age 10+)Monday, Friday 2:00-3:30 pm


Students enrolling in more than one School of Ballet class during the same session are eligible for a 50% tuition reduction for additional classes (i.e. Intermediate Ballet and Dance Fusion). The first class is full price, each additional class is half price.

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SCHOOL of BALLET

CTAC Dorothy Gerber Strings – Beginning & IntermediateStudents will learn the basics, from music terminology to playing their first songs. These tuition-free classes are offered in the Char-Em School District for students grades 3 and above. First year players and players with no prior experience are welcome. A home-school edition is also available. Please visit www.crookedtree.org for more information.

CTAC Concert OrchestraMondays, 5:30-6:30 pm – Upper & Lower CarnegieWednesdays, 3:30-4:30 pm – Upper CarnegieTuition: $125 First Student / $75 for each additional family member

This class is for students with two years experience. Students will perform orchestra music in separate string parts and learn a collection of new songs.

Just Us: Build A Kite (Grades K-5)Saturday, September 20, 201410:30 am -12:30 pm

Instructor: Frank HasseldLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $24 per couple / Non-Members: $44 per couple

Go fly a kite! Using simple materials, each parent/child team works together to construct and decorate a simple kite they can fly. Max Students: 8 Parent or Caregiver/Child Pairs

Just Us: Family Feast (Grades K-5)Saturday, November 15, 201410:30 am -12:30 pm

Instructor: Dina PanosLocation: CTAC KitchenTuition: Members: $24 per couple / Non-Members: $44 per couple

Give thanks in the kitchen this Thanksgiving! Using fresh and local ingredients, you and your little one can make a savory vegetable dish and a sweet delectable that are both kid and health-friendly! Max Students: Six Parent or Caregiver/Child Pairs

Just Us: Learn to Dance (Grades K-5)Saturday, October 11, 201410:30 am -12:30 pm

Instructor: Zoe Marshall-RashidLocation: Lower CarnegieTuition: Members: $24 per couple / Non-Members: $44 per couple

Take a twirl with a princess! “Daddy” or a special adult can spend time with that young girl in their life learning to dance simple steps with special flourishes that will make her the belle of any ball! Max Students: 10 Parent or Caregiver/Child Pairs

CTAC Chamber SymphonyMondays, 6:30-8:30 pm – Upper & Lower CarnegieWednesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm – Upper CarnegieTuition: $125 First Student / $75 for each additional family member

Concert Orchestra experience is required for this program. Students will experience playing with a full orchestra, learn new music in separate musical instrument parts. Adult students are welcome.

CTAC Youth Jazz BandInstructors: Dave Pugh and Doug BeauchampTuesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm – Upper Carnegie

Members of the community are also welcome to join the ensemble. Interested students should contact Dave Pugh at [email protected].

Private Music LessonsBy arrangement with instructor. Please visit www.crookedtree.org for a list of CTAC private music instructors.

– A special time for kids to spend with their favorite adult!

JUST US! Series

Dorothy GerberSTRINGS

PROGRAM


Three Week SessionsSeptember 21-October 9, 2014

Music & Me (Ages 0-5)Tuesdays, 10:00-10:30 am

Instructor: Emily StuchellLocation: Lower Carnegie StudioTuition: Members: $14 / Non-Members: $34 / Daily Drop-In: $8

Have fun together with music! Learn new and traditional songsand sing along with the instructor. Do finger play activities and explore musical instruments in a playful and educational way. Max Students: 10 parent/child pairs

Adventures in Art (Ages 3-6)Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 am

Instructor: Emily StuchellLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $19 / Non-Members: $39 / Daily Drop-In: $9

Kids explore art by taking themed adventures to the jungle or the ocean or outer space; or maybe they become birds or fish! Anything goes as they explore each topic and create a fun new world using a variety of art materials and techniques. Experimentation is encouraged! Max Students: 8

Pre-School Movement (Ages 3-6)Thursdays, 3:30-4:00 pm

Instructor: Nicole BetzLocation: Lower Carnegie Green Tile RoomTuition: Members: $14 / Non-Members: $34 / Daily Drop-In: $8

Leap, twirl and spin! Nurture your child’s imagination and help them gain body awareness and coordination while expressing themselves through creative movement. Max Students: 10

Six Week SessionsOctober 13-November 20, 2014

Music & Me (Ages 0-5)Tuesdays,10:00-10:30 am

Instructor: Emily StuchellLocation: Lower Carnegie StudioTuition: Members: $27 / Non-Members: $47 / Daily Drop-In: $8

Have fun together with music! Learn new and traditional songs and sing along with the instructor. Do finger play activities and explore musical instruments in a playful and educational way. Max Students: 10 parent/child pairs

Adventures in Art (Ages 3-6)Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 am

Instructor: Emily StuchellLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $40 / Non-Members: $60 / Daily Drop-In: $9

Kids explore art by taking themed adventures to the jungle or the ocean or outer space; or maybe they become birds or fish! Anything goes as they explore each topic and create a fun new world using a variety of art materials and techniques. Experimentation is encouraged! Max Students: 8

Pre-School Movement (Ages 3-6)Thursdays, 3:30-4:00 pm

Instructor: Nicole BetzLocation: Upper CarnegieTuition: Members: $27 / Non-Members: $47 / Daily Drop-In: $8

Leap, twirl and spin! Nurture your child’s imagination and help them gain body awareness and coordination while expressing themselves through creative movement. Max Students: 10

TODDLER/PRE-SCHOOL

ages 0-6Class Terms

and Conditions

Shop & DropFriday, November 28

Save the date! Parents can drop off the kids for organized art projects and activities while shopping the galleries or shops in the Gaslight

District on Black Friday.


MEDIA RELEASE: Unless otherwise notified, Crooked Tree Arts Center and persons acting for them, reserve the right to use, reproduce, and/or distribute photographs, video and/or sound recordings of student(s) or participant(s) registered for a class or at a CTAC event for use in Crooked Tree Arts Center’s promotional materials.CLASS CANCELLATIONS: Crooked Tree Arts Center reserves the right to cancel any course that does not meet its minimum student enrollment prior to the first class session. If a course is cancelled by CTAC for lack of enrollment, CTAC will offer a full refund to the student in the manner in which tuition was paid. (Cash payments will be refunded by check.)Requests for cancellation by the student up to seven (7) days prior to the first day of class will be honored (minus a $20 processing fee). NO REFUNDS will be given for a student cancellation made less than seven (7) days in advance of the first day of the class.REGISTRATION POLICY: Advance registration is strongly recommended. Full payment for fee-based classes is required for registration. (School of Ballet tuition may be split into two payments.) Crooked Tree Arts Center does not hold spaces for later payment. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Register early to prevent class cancellation due to low enrollment. Crooked Tree Arts Center reserves the right to make corrections to prices and discounts for registrations made through this website. WEATHER-RELATED CANCELLATIONS: Please note, when the Public Schools of Petoskey are closed due to inclement weather, CTAC classes are cancelled. CTAC will do its best to provide a make-up opportunity for the missed class. Refunds will not be given if the student is unable to attend the rescheduled session of class. Workshops and one-time classes, such as the Culinary Series, will be handled on a per class basis. School of Ballet students are asked to make-up the missed class in an alternate class session approved by their instructor.


Pottery Project (Grades K-3)Mondays, 3:45-4:45 pm

Instructor: Stephen StuchellLocation: Pottery StudioTuition: Members: $23 / Non-Members: $43

Students can get their hands dirty! They’ll learn the basics from sculpting to glazing while creating those treasured objects. No work on the potter’s wheel in this class. Max Students: 8

Build It 3D: Cardboard Castles (Grades K-3)Tuesdays, 3:45-5:00 pm

Instructor: Frank HasseldLocation: Lower Carnegie Green Tile RoomTuition: Members: $32 / Non-Members: $52

Fit for a king or queen! Using only their imagination, creativity and simple materials like boxes, tubes, wallpaper and paint, students will make a miniature castle fit for royalty! Max Students: 10

Kids Cre8 (Grades K-3)Wednesdays, 3:45-4:45 PMInstructor: Reneé GolovichLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $23 / Non-Members: $43 / Daily Drop-In: $10

“Cre-8”-ivity is fun! Students design, build and paint all while learning the theories of art. Max Students: 8

Baby Dinosaurs (Grades K-3)Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 pm

Instructor: Marcia FarnerLocation: Lower Carnegie Green Tile RoomTuition: Members: $23 / Non-Members: $43

Bring the world of dinosaurs to life! With lots of imagination and a pinch of science, students will design a miniature hatching baby dinosaur and sculpt their ideas with clay and paint. Max Students: 8


Step-by-Step Painting (Grades K-3)Mondays, 3:45-5:00 pm

Instructor: Martina HahnLocation: Lower Carnegie StudioTuition: Members: $61 / Non-Members: $81 / Daily Drop-In: $12

Create six new masterpieces! Students create a work of art each week using a step-by-step process and a different painting style for each. Max Students: 10

Pottery - Handbuilding (Grades K-3)Mondays, 3:45-4:45 pm


Students can get their hands dirty! They’ll learn the basics from sculpting to glazing while creating those treasured objects. No work on the potter’s wheel in this class. Max Students: 8

Let’s Play: Theater (Grades K-3)Tuesdays, 3:45-4:45 pm

Instructor: Emily StuchellLocation: Upper CarnegieTuition: Members: $52 / Non-Members: $72

Theater just for fun! From writing scripts and acting to making costumes and set design, students do it all. Imagination is the only limitation here! Max Students: 8

Kids Cre8 (Grades K-3)Wednesdays, 3:45-4:45 pm

Instructor: Reneé GolovichLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $52 / Non-Members: $72 / Daily Drop-In: $10

“Cre-8”-ivity is fun! Students design, build and paint all while learning the theories of art. Max Students: 8

Hip Hop I (Grades K-3)Thursdays, 4:15-5:00 pm

Instructor: Julianne RicheyLocation: CTAC Dance StudioTuition: Members: $40 / Non-Members: $60

Move it, shake it, groove it in this high energy, dynamic dance class. Dancers will learn a collection of basic moves and put them together into short routines. Max Students: 15

Get Buggy (Grades K-3)Thursdays, 3:45-4:45 pm

Instructor: Sara MannLocation: Lower Carnegie Green Tile RoomTuition: Members: $52 / Non-Members: $72 / Daily Drop-In: $10

Get buggy with it! Bugs inspire beautiful artwork. Students will learn about insects and their environments while creating art through drawing, painting and sculpting. Max Students: 10

LOWERELEMENTARY

grades K-3


Kids Day Off @ CTAC – November 5 & December 5 A fun-filled day of arts, crafts, music-making and more for school-aged children, kindergarten through 5th grade.

Keep an eye on the website for more details.


Art Exploration (Grades 4-6)Tuesdays, 3:45-5:45 pm

Instructor: Maggie Van WagonerLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $43 / Non-Members: $63

Printmaking. Paper marbling. Sculpture Building. Multi-media collage. Students will learn basic art techniques and elements of design as they create their artwork. Max Students: 10

Pottery Wheel Project (Grades 4-12)Wednesdays, 3:45-5:45 pm


Learn the basics of the potter’s wheel. In three sessions, students will focus on completing a project from initial design to glazing. Max Students: 8

Small Parts Make a Big Picture (Grades 4-8)Wednesdays, 3:45-5:45 pm

Instructor: Abby KentLocation: Lower Carnegie StudioTuition: Members: $43 / Non-Members: $63

A fabulous finished mural from individual student artwork will be the outcome from this class. The students decide on the look of their finished project and will learn how each individual piece of artwork will add to the whole to create the completed mural. Students will see their artwork as part of a bigger project to be displayed publicly. Max Students: 8

Draw A Tree (x3) (Grades 4-6)Thursdays, 3:45-4:45 pm

Instructor: Sarah MannLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $23 / Non-Members: $43 / Daily Drop-In: $8

Trees are tricky! This class brings trees into focus for young students. Spend three art sessions learning different techniques to draw trees. Max Students: 8

Papier Mâché Puppets (Grades 4-6)Thursdays, 4:45-5:45 pm

Instructor: Marcia FarnerLocation: Lower Carnegie Green Tile RoomTuition: Members: $23 / Non-Members: $43

Bring paper to life! Students learn the techniques to create the heads, faces, bodies and limbs of a working puppet. Max Students: 8


Afterschool Theater: Laughter Club (Grades 4-8)Mondays, 3:45-5:00 pm

Instructor: Dean TahtinenLocation: Upper CarnegieTuition: Members: $61 / Non-Members: $81

Laughter class is an exploration into what makes us laugh; improv comedy, joke telling, slapstick humor, stand-up and sketch comedy. Students improve their individual skills in making people laugh and learn the basics of working with others to make people laugh. It’s a hands-on, fun-filled opportunity to participate in improvisational exercises, act in classic sketch comedy bits, and give stand-up comedy a try. Max Students: 12

Art Start (Grades 4-6)Mondays, 3:45-5:15 pm

Instructor: Sara MannLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $68 / Non-Members: $88 / Daily Drop-In: $13

Getting started—that’s the hard part. This class helps students get over the initial creative block when starting an art project. The class explores different processes for making their initial start using ‘jump starters’ for some 2-dimensional work as well as a sculptural piece. Max Students: 10

Animation (Grades 4-8)Mondays, 3:30-5:30 pm

Instructor: Anne MorningstarLocation: Petoskey Middle SchoolTuition: Members: $83 / Non-Members: $103

Students will discover the art of animation with this beginning class. Each week, students will work on a basic plot, script and/or situation that they must translate into an animated form. Students will use a variety of mediums and techniques to create their films, including color pencils, cut paper, graphite, markers and more. The final product is a DVD compilation of work to show to friends and family. Max Students: 8

Ukulele (Grades 4-Adult)Mondays, 6:00-7:00 pm

Instructor: Robin Lee BerryLocation: CTAC KitchenTuition: Members: $52 / Non-Members: $72

The ukulele is a fun, versatile instrument and makes a great stepping stone to playing a full-sized guitar. Learn strumming, picking and the fingering for basic chords. Max Students: 8

Martial Arts (Grades 4-8)Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm

Instructor: Joe NorthLocation: Lower Carnegie StudioTuition: Members: $52 / Non-Members: $72

Explore the Martial Arts. Learn the basic moves, dojo etiquette and have lots of fun trying something new. Max Students: 10

Art Exploration (Grades 4-6)Tuesdays, 3:45-5:45 pm


Printmaking. Paper marbling. Sculpture Building. Multi-media collage. Students will learn basic art techniques and elements of design as they create their artwork. Max Students: 10


UPPERELEMENTARY &

MIDDLE SCHOOLgrades 4-8

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Six Week Sessions -continued

October 13-November 20, 2014

Ballroom Kids (Grades 4-8)Wednesdays, 3:45-4:45 pm

Instructor: Zoe Marshall-RashidLocation: Lower Carnegie StudioTuition: Members: $52 / Non-Members: $72

Learn to dance like a star! The basic steps of one or two dances are reviewed each week. Students will also learn and perform choreography for one or more styles of dance including Swing, Salsa, Cha-Cha, Waltz and Foxtrot. No partner necessary. Max Students: 15

Pottery Wheel (Grades 4-12)Wednesdays, 3:45-5:45 pm


Young clay artists have the opportunity to learn the basics of using the potter’s wheel. Students will focus on completing a project from designing to glazing. It’s a great opportunity for an introduction to the skills used in potting. Max Students: 8

Knitting/Crocheting (Grades 4-8)Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm

Instructor: Maria NicholsonLocation: CTAC KitchenTuition: Members: $52 / Non-Members: $72

Handmade with love. Students learn the basics of knitting and crocheting and how to make stylish accessories of their own. Max Students: 8

Art Passport—Ethnic Art: Mexico (Grades 4-6)Thursdays, 3:45-5:15 pm

Instructor: Lori BoltLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $68 / Non-Members: $88

Travel the world one country at a time! Take an art tour of Mexico. Make projects that are illustrative of Mexican art including; Mayan suns, Aztec mandalas, Day of the Dead skulls, and Huichol yarn painting. Max Students: 10

Dance Video (Grades 4-8)Thursdays, 3:45-5:15 pm


Become the star of a dance video! Students work together to choreograph, film and star in their own music video—just like their favorite pop star. Max Students: 15

Elemental Hooping (Ages 12+)Thursdays, 6:30-8:00 pm

Instructor: Georgia EndsleyLocation: Upper CarnegieTuition: Members: $68 / Non-Members: $88 / Daily Drop-In: $13

The Hula Hoop is making a comeback! With the elements as a guide and the hoop as a tool, Hoop Dancing is a fusion of dance sequences and circuits. A fun, creative and energetic way to move! Max Students: 10

Hip Hop II & Teen (Grades 4-12)Thursdays, 5:00- 6:00 pm


Move it, shake it, groove it! In this high energy, dynamic dance class, dancers will learn a collection of basic moves and how to put them together into short routines. Max Students: 15

UPPERELEMENTARY &

MIDDLE SCHOOLgrades 4-8



Fall Sketching - for all levels (Ages 14+)Mondays, 3:45-5:15 pm

Instructor: Susan GlassLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $35 / Non-Members: $55 / Daily Drop-In: $ 13

Improve those drawing skills and foundations! This class focuses on drawing basics for beginners to advanced artists. Students can develop or hone their skills working on individual projects en plein air and still life. Max Students: 10

Pottery Wheel Project (Grades 4-12)Wednesdays, 3:45-5:45 pm


Learn the basics of the potter’s wheel. In three sessions, students will focus on completing a project from initial design to glazing. Max Students: 8

Drawing, Painting & Composition (Ages 16+)Wednesdays, 6:00-8:30 pm


For students wanting to further expand their skills and knowledge of composition and drawing (through discussion and exercises) and/or explore their chosen painting mediums with individualized guidance from the instructor. Max Students: 10





Drawing Basics Boot Camp (Ages 14+)Tuesdays, 6:15-7:30 pm

Instructor: Susan GlassLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $61 / Non-Members: $81 / Daily Drop-In: $12

This class focuses on drawing basics for beginners to advanced artists. Students will work on individualized projects and will have the opportunity to work en plein air and with still life. Max Students: 10

Pottery Wheel (Grades 4-12)Wednesdays, 3:45-5:45 pm


Young clay artists have the opportunity to learn the basics of using the potter’s wheel. Students will focus on completing a project from designing to glazing. It’s a great opportunity for an introduction to the skills used in potting. Max Students: 8




Hip Hop II & Teen (Grades 4-12)Thursdays, 5:00- 6:00 pm


Move it, shake it, groove it! In this high energy, dynamic dance class, dancers will learn a collection of basic moves and how to put them together into short routines. Max Students: 15




High School WorkshopsAnimation (Grades 9-12)Saturday, October 25, 2014, 1:00-3:30 pm

Instructor: Anne MorningstarLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $21 / Non-Members: $41

This class offers high school students the opportunity to explore the art of animation in a short workshop. Students will learn about some of the main techniques used in animation and do hands-on work on their own class animation project. Max Students: 8

The Art of Surrealism (Grades 9-12)Wednesday, November 5, 2014, 12:00-2:30 pm

Instructor: Katie BrinesLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $18 / Non-Members: $38

Delve into the dreamy and surprising world of surrealist art. Learn about the art styles of Dali, de Chirico and Max Ernst. Explore the images of your own imagination by making art in the style of the surrealists. Max Students: 8

There’s More!See Workshops on page 11


HIGHSCHOOLgrades 9+

Watercolor (Ages 18 +)Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 pm

Instructor: Karen KubovchickLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $83 / Non-Members: $118 / Daily Drop-In: $15

A continuation of the watercolor class. Enjoy a relaxed, project-based atmosphere while learning tips and tricks using watercolors. Anyone with a little watercolor experience is welcome. Artist need to bring their own watercolors to class. Max Students: 8




Nine Week SessionsSeptember 22-November 20, 2014

Adult Ballet (Ages 18+)Tuesdays, 5:45-7:00 pm


A little dance, a little exercise and a lot of fun! Whether you are a first time ballet student or someone looking for a little ‘refresher’ course, adult ballet is great for all. Tutus and tights not required—just clothes that you feel comfortable moving in! Max Students: 20

Northern Clay Art & Pottery Club (Ages 18+)Tuesdays or Thursdays • 6:00-9:00 pm

Instructor: Jim BeckeringLocation: Pottery StudioTuition: Members: $186 / Non-Members: $221

Be part of Pottery Club and create your own clay works of art and enjoy the camaraderie of others! Learn to use the pottery wheel, slab roller, clay extruder and kiln. Create unique designs with a selection of glazes. All levels of experience are welcome. Max Students: 8





Figure Drawing (Ages 18+)Mondays, 6:00-8:00 pm

Instructor: Anne MorningstarLocation: Lower Carnegie StudioTuition: Members: $78 / Non-Members: $113 / Daily Drop-In: $14

This studio class provides artists an opportunity to draw live models. It is for artists looking to sketch, work on skill sets and create portfolio pieces. Different models will provide a variety of subject matter each session. If you enjoy working in a studio environment with other artists, this is a great opportunity for you. Max Students: 15

Drawing Basics Boot Camp (Ages 14+)Tuesdays, 6:15-7:30 pm

Instructor: Susan GlassLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $61 / Non-Members: $96 / Daily Drop-In: $ 12

This class focuses on drawing basics for beginners to advanced artists. Students will work on individualized projects and have the opportunity to work en plein air and with still life. Max Students: 10


Instructor: Maggie Van WagonerLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $98 / Adult Non-Members: $133


Adult Ballroom (Ages 18+)Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm


Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Salsa, Cha-Cha, Swing and more! Join the class and learn the steps, a new dance is introduced each week. Learn the principles of Latin and smooth dancing during the class. No partners are necessary! Max Students: 15

ADULTS


Fall Sketching - for all levels (Ages 14+)Mondays. 3:45-5:15 pm

Instructor: Susan GlassLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $35 / Non-Members: $70/ Daily Drop-In: $13

Improve those drawing skills and foundations! This class focuses on drawing basics for beginners to advanced artists. Students can develop or hone their skills working on individual projects en plein air and still life. Max Students: 10




Watercolor Projects (Ages 18+)Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 pm

Instructor: Karen KubovchickLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $43 / Non-Members: $78 / Daily Drop-In: $16

Join watercolor instructor Karen Kubovchick for three weeks of fun painting projects. The class explores both mixed media and pure watercolor projects. A little watercolor experience is helpful. Please bring your own watercolor supplies. Max Students: 8


Culinary Series (Age 21+)Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm

Location: CTAC KitchenTuition: $45 Members / $55 Non-Members

An opportunity to learn culinary tips and enjoy dishes prepared with local chefs from a selection of our area restaurants.

September 23: Circle Herb Farms with Sue FalcoSeptember 30: Gluten-Free with Sarah RouchetOctober 7: TBAOctober 14: American Spoon Café, PetoskeyOctober 21: The Bistro at the Charlevoix Country Club with Chef AllenOctober 28: A Matter of Taste at Tapawingo with Chef Ginny McCallum

Paper Painting Collage (Ages 18+)Saturday, September 6 & 13, 2014 • 1:00-3:30 pm

Instructor: Anne MorningstarLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $21 / Non-Members: $56

Is that really paper? Artist Anne Morningstar will share her unique art technique that allows the creation of detailed and delicate artwork using paper. The finished product looks like a painting but paper and an acrylic medium are used to create the image. Max Students: 8

Shooting Your Artwork: Bootcamp (Ages 18+)Saturday, September 27, 2014 • 9:00 am -5:00 pm

Instructor: Eric LawLocation: Lower CarnegieTuition: Members: $145 / Non-Members: $180

Join professional photographer Eric Law for this intensive one-day workshop. Learn the fundamentals of photographing artwork with either a traditional digital camera or a mobile device and how to prepare the images for juried shows and portfolios. The session covers basic concepts and terminology, camera features, and how to light and photograph a variety of artwork. Learn to process the images using Photoshop® Elements or photo app and to format them for exhibition entries and other uses. Min Students: 6 Max Students: 12

The Art of a Good Photograph & Portrait of a Place—Plus How to Photograph a City (Ages 16+)Saturday, October 4, 2014 • 10:00 am-4:00 pm

Instructor: Robyn ScottLocation: Upper CarnegieTuition: Members: $60 / Non-Member Students: $80 / Adult Non-Members: $95

Robyn Scott will present two topics “The Art of a Good Photograph” and “Portrait of a Place: Capturing the Magic of a Place.” Focus on moving beyond taking snapshots to creating artistic images and photographs that help capture a place. Learn to see beyond the obvious. The morning presentations will be followed by a photography walk in Petoskey to identify images that “capture” P-town. Max Students: 10

Harvest Centerpieces (Ages 18+)Monday, October 13, 2014 • 6:30-9:30 pm

Instructor: Jennifer Haf, BLOOM Floral DesignLocation: Visual Arts RoomTuition: Members: $100/ Non-Members: $135

Inspired by BLOOM’s signature look, create a late summer, harvest-inspired tabletop arrangement using locally sourced ingredients. Max Students: 8

Hand-Tied European Bouquets (Ages 18+)Monday, November 10, 2014 • 6:30-9:30 pm


Learn to create sculpted but carefree, hand-tied European bouquets with an autumn inspired palette of gorgeous blooms. Great for any occasion! Max Students: 8

Large Scale Floral Design (Ages 18+)Monday, November 17, 2014 • 6:30-9:30 pm


Make a statement piece! Create a large scale arrangement with simple branching—perfect for an entryway table. Max Students: 8

Holiday MarketClasses & Workshops

During the month of December, a variety of classes and one-day workshops will be offered for youth and adults

looking to create the perfect handmade gifts for the holidays. Watch for details!


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DID YOU KNOW?SCHOLARSHIPS

Students of all ages are eligible for scholarships for Crooked Tree School of the Arts classes and lessons.

Up to 95% of class tuition or private lesson fees may be paidif you qualify. Call the Arts Center at 231-347-4337 or log on to

our website to download a scholarship application.

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The price difference for classes between members and non-members is typically the cost of an individual

membership! Patrons can become members and also receive the other great member perks such as

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including on your first class.

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