FALL 2024 CLASSES & PROGRAMS
CCCAC members receive a discount on classes!
Are you a member of the of the Copper Country Community Arts Center? Members receive discounts on classes! Your annual membership supports the CCCAC mission, gets you a 10% discount on Member Days in our Artists Market Sales Gallery, monthly newsletter with art postcards, early entry into our annual Poor Artists Sale, and discounts on all art classes. Join for or renew for 2024 and support the arts in our community! Visit our membership page for more information, call us, or stop by to become a member.
Want to schedule a class for you and your friends? Depending on instructor availability, we can schedule adult classes in letterpress printing, printmaking, watercolor, and more! Just ask us! We can also work with you to schedule special youth classes too. Minimum 4-5 students; maximum amount of students depends on the class. Email [email protected] to inquire.
YOUTH & ADULT CLASSES
Classes are for adult students ages 16 and up (14 if accompanied by a paying parent or legal guardian) unless otherwise specified as a Youth art class. REFUNDS & CANCELLATIONS Cancellation by student: In the event of a cancellation, the student will be refunded in full one week prior to the start of class, then half the amount after. No refunds will be given to cancellations made the day before class starts, the first day of class, or after class begins. Fees cannot be transferred to future classes. Cancellations due to emergencies will be considered on a case by case basis. Low enrollment cancellation: Students will receive full refunds for classes that are cancelled due to low enrollment, instructor cancellation, or changed covid restrictions. |
2024 FALL CLASSES & PROGRAMS
To register email ccarts@ coppercountryarts.com or call 906-482-2333.
Watch for additional classes or request a group class for you and your friends!
To register email ccarts@ coppercountryarts.com or call 906-482-2333.
Watch for additional classes or request a group class for you and your friends!
Letterpress Printing Book Plates & Bookmarks with Daniel Schneider
Saturday, September 21 from 10am-12:30 Get ready for your fall reading and book lending by printing bookmarks and “Ex Libris” plates for your favorite literature. Use the bookmark to mark your place in the book (of course) and afterward, before you loan the book to a friend, add the “Ex Libris” (“from the library of . . .”) plate to the inside front cover to let them know who they borrowed it from. Participants will hand set their own text using metal type, the instructor will help them lock the type up in a form, and the participants will print their bookmarks and “Ex Libris” plates on a Chandler & Price benchtop platen press. Fee: $65 members; $75 non-members Deadline to register: September 18 |
Watercolor Flowers with Madhura Mehendale: Session I
Saturday, September 28 from 10-1 pm Madhura offers a variety of watercolor classes focusing on a different subject. In each class students will learn about color mixing palettes, brush usage, composition, and a variety of watercolor painting techniques. Fee: $55 members; $65 non-members Deadline to register: September 24 |
Qigong with Mary Ann Geda
Every Wednesday in the CCCAC Ballroom Advanced Qigong: Noon-1pm; Beginning Qigong 1:15-2:15pm Drop in class with Mary Ann Geda in our upstairs ballroom at the Arts Center. Mary Ann has taught TaiChi and Qigong for over 40 years. She studied with Ben Lo and Carol Yamasaki. “Qigong is a system of coordinated body-posture and movement, breathing, and meditation…Qigong practice typically involves moving meditation, coordinating slow-flowing movement, deep rhythmic breathing, and a calm meditative state of mind.” -wikipedia Class fee: $5 payable to the instructor, students should bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. |
Practicing the Exercises in Betty Edward’s Drawing on the Rights Side of the Brain
With Kim Cook and Linda Lohmann Tuesdays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, and November 5, 12, and 19 (8 week class) Join artists and educators Kim Cook and Linda Lohmann for a class designed to improve drawing skills with exercises designed by Betty Edwards, author of the book: Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. These exercises introduce tools for drawing with the goal of nurturing student’s confidence and enjoyment in the drawing process. All skill levels are welcome. Geared for adults and high school students 15+up. Materials are included but students are welcome to bring their favorite drawing supplies. **Students should purchase their own copy of the Second Edition Workbook of "Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain" by Betty Edwards, prior to the start of class. The book itself is optional for their own enrichment. Fee: $150 members, $160 non-members Deadline to register: September 24 |
Watercolor Flowers with Madhura Mehendale: Session II
Wednesday, October 2 from 5-7:30 pm Fee: $50 members; $60 non-members Deadline to register: September 27 Madhura offers a variety of watercolor classes focusing on a different subject. In each class students will learn about color mixing palettes, brush usage, composition, and a variety of watercolor painting techniques. |
Pet Portraits for 3rd-5th grades with Linda Lohmann
Wednesdays, October 9, 16, and 23 from 4:30-6pm Join artist and art educator Linda Lohmann for this series of classes focusing on drawing your pet! Bring a picture of your pet (or multiple pets) to class. The first class students will draw their pet, the second class they will paint their pet on an 8”x10” canvas, and the third class will be colorful pop art pets on paper! Fee: $60 per student for member families; $70 per student for non-member families Deadline to register: Extended to Friday, October 4th! |
Watercolor Landscape Painting with Madhura Mehendale: Session II
Thursday, October 10 from Thursday 5-7:30 pm Fee: $50 members; $60 non-members Deadline to register: October 5 Fall Foliage Watercolor Painting with Madhura Mehendale: Session I Saturday, October 12 from 10am-1 pm Fee: $55 members; $65 non-members Deadline to register: October 8 Fall Foliage Watercolor Painting with Madhura Mehendale: Session II Wednesday, October 16 from 5-7:30 pm Fee: $50 members; $60 non-members Deadline to register: October 11 Watercolor Landscape Painting with Madhura Mehendale: Session I Saturday, October 5 from 10am-1 pm Fee: $55 members; $65 non-members Deadline to register: October 1 |
Crafting Your Fictional World for Storytellers with Stephanie Flint
Friday, October 18 from 4-6pm Stephanie will have a presentation on world-building, with a special emphasis on fantasy and science fiction worlds as it relates to writing fiction. These will include topics such as geography, climate, culture, and resources, as well as potential pitfalls to avoid. She will also include short writing activities for participants to help them develop and brainstorm their own story world. Fee: This is a free class! Deadline to register: October 15 |
Watercolor Holiday Cards with Madhura Mehendale: Session I
Thursday, November 7 from 5-7 pm Fee: $40 members; $50 non-members Deadline to register: November 1 Pen and Watercolor Wash with Madhura Mehendale: Session I Thursday, November 13 from 5-7 pm Fee: $40 members; $50 non-members Deadline to register: November 8 Pen and Watercolor Wash with Madhura Mehendale: Session II Saturday, November 16 from 10am-12 Fee: $40 members; $50 non-members Deadline to register: November 12 Watercolor Holiday cards with Madhura Mehendale: Session II Saturday, December 7 from 10am-12 pm Fee: $40 members; $50 non-members Deadline to register: December 3 |
Hand-building with Clay: Footed Bowls with Kim Cook
Saturdays 9/28, 10/12, and 10/26 (3 sessions) Class 1: Saturday, September 14th from 11 am – 4 pm Class 2: Saturday, September 28th 10 th from 10 am – 2 pm Class 3: Saturday, October 12th from 10 am – 11 am Join Kim Cook for this handbuilding clay class focused on making footed bows. Class 1 will encompass students’ hand-building a footed bowl, suitable for displaying or utility use. Kim will demonstrate how to cut the pattern out, form the bowl shape using hump or slump molds, bond the clay foot to the bowl, discuss design consideration, as well as the use of oxides and underglazes for those that wish to incorporate these finishes into their final design. Class 2 will be spent decorating their bisqued pieces with glazes, underglazes, and oxides. Class 3 will be utilized for students to pick up their finished work, view other student’s work, and ask questions. Fee: $135 members: $145 non-members Deadline to register: September 21 |
Printer's Devil Workday & Pied Type Print Day
TBD for Fall 2024 Join us at the Copper Country Community Arts Center letterpress studio for a day of printing history and 19th-century-style print shop work. In the morning, we'll clean and prep donated type, equipment, and printing materials to get them ready for use in the letterpress studio. In the afternoon, we'll print postcards on a table top platen press, and proof some cool old printer's (image blocks) on the Vandercook No. 4 proofing press. This volunteer workday is a good, hands-on opportunity to experience letterpress printing! No fee: This is a volunteer workday and not a class. Participants will help with some “printer’s devil” tasks then we will break for lunch. After lunch there will be a printing demo of pre-set type and images. Deadline to register: TBD |
Want to schedule a class for you and your friends? Depending on instructor availability, we can schedule adult classes in letterpress printing, printmaking, watercolor, and more! Just ask us! Minimum four students; maximum amount of students depends on the class. Email [email protected] to inquire.
STUDIOS
The CCCAC is also home to a black & white photography darkroom, clay studio & clay co-op, and letterpress studio. Individuals that are interested in utilizing any of the spaces must be current 2023 CCCAC members, have previous experience, taken a class, and/or pass a certification test.
STUDIOS
The CCCAC is also home to a black & white photography darkroom, clay studio & clay co-op, and letterpress studio. Individuals that are interested in utilizing any of the spaces must be current 2023 CCCAC members, have previous experience, taken a class, and/or pass a certification test.
Clay Co-Op
Love clay and need a space to work on your upcoming projects? Join our Clay Co-Op! Visit our Clay Studio Page for more information! The fee to join is $45 for each 15 hour punch card and $1.50 per pound of clay. The fee includes existing glazes, tools, firings, and studio usage. Previous experience with clay and becoming an annual Arts Center member is required before joining the Co-Op. Arts Center membership starts at $25 for students/seniors/artists and $50 for individuals.
Beginning Monday February 6, Clay Co-Op starts their rotating "Late Night in the Clay Studio" events for 2024.
Late Nights February & March - Mondays (starts Feb 6) from 5-7pm
Late Nights April, May & June - Tuesdays (starts April 2) from 5-7pm
Late Nights July, August & September - Wednesdays (starts July 3 or 10) from 5-7pm
Contact [email protected] or volunteer clay co-op manger Tammy Gajewski at [email protected] about how to join.
Love clay and need a space to work on your upcoming projects? Join our Clay Co-Op! Visit our Clay Studio Page for more information! The fee to join is $45 for each 15 hour punch card and $1.50 per pound of clay. The fee includes existing glazes, tools, firings, and studio usage. Previous experience with clay and becoming an annual Arts Center member is required before joining the Co-Op. Arts Center membership starts at $25 for students/seniors/artists and $50 for individuals.
Beginning Monday February 6, Clay Co-Op starts their rotating "Late Night in the Clay Studio" events for 2024.
Late Nights February & March - Mondays (starts Feb 6) from 5-7pm
Late Nights April, May & June - Tuesdays (starts April 2) from 5-7pm
Late Nights July, August & September - Wednesdays (starts July 3 or 10) from 5-7pm
Contact [email protected] or volunteer clay co-op manger Tammy Gajewski at [email protected] about how to join.
Photography Darkroom
Update 2024: We do not have a volunteer darkroom manager to oversee the space. The darkroom is currently only available for limited use as project-based rental for experienced b/w film photographers. Experience requirements: you have developed your own film within the past 5 years, will purchase your own supplies and paper, and know how to properly use darkroom equipment without assistance.
The CCCAC darkroom is available to experienced photographers for black and white developing. Individuals must provide their own chemicals and supplies, know how to use the equipment, are expected to clean up after themselves, and follow CCCAC darkroom rules and procedures. The darkroom is run by volunteers and those interested in using the space will need an orientation from a current darkroom volunteer. Read more on our Darkroom page.
Letterpress Studio
Take a certification class to use the CCCAC Letterpress studio during open studio hours. Fee: $35 per 3 hours press time, you provide your own paper and contribute to the ink supply. Payment required before a project begins. See more on our Letterpress Studio page.
Update 2024: We do not have a volunteer darkroom manager to oversee the space. The darkroom is currently only available for limited use as project-based rental for experienced b/w film photographers. Experience requirements: you have developed your own film within the past 5 years, will purchase your own supplies and paper, and know how to properly use darkroom equipment without assistance.
The CCCAC darkroom is available to experienced photographers for black and white developing. Individuals must provide their own chemicals and supplies, know how to use the equipment, are expected to clean up after themselves, and follow CCCAC darkroom rules and procedures. The darkroom is run by volunteers and those interested in using the space will need an orientation from a current darkroom volunteer. Read more on our Darkroom page.
Letterpress Studio
Take a certification class to use the CCCAC Letterpress studio during open studio hours. Fee: $35 per 3 hours press time, you provide your own paper and contribute to the ink supply. Payment required before a project begins. See more on our Letterpress Studio page.
ABOUT OUR INSTRUCTORS
TOM BLESSING is a local poet that lives and writes in Calumet, Michigan.
KIM COOK is a Hancock resident, proud parent of two rescue pups, and a lifelong student of art. Her mediums include photography, pottery, fiber, printmaking, and mixed media. Kim is the former owner of Grace Art Gallery in Atwood Michigan. She has worked with over 50 local artists to promote and develop their work. As a former Librarian Kim ran monthly arts classes for children.
CYNTHIA COTÉ is the founding director of the CCCAC. She balances her work as a studio artist and an arts administrator. Her art is a mix of drawing, collage and re-assembled books as well as fiber art and beadwork.
STEPHANIE FLINT graduated from the University of Central Missouri with a Bachelor of Science in photography and a minor in creative writing. She merged the two interests into book cover design and photographic illustration, but she particularly enjoys writing speculative fiction. She’s currently writing The Wishing Blade, a fantasy series, and she co-authored Distant Horizon and Glitch, a YA science fiction series.
TERRI FREW is a Canadian artist and educator based in the Keweenaw. Frequent themes found in her work include nature, animals, and the occult. Terri holds a Master’s of Fine Art degree from Concordia University, Montréal Canada.
PAIGE LEWANDOWSKI is an intermedia artist and a certified K-12 art teacher with a BFA and two years of teaching experience. She is working to obtain an MA in education.
LINDSEY HEIDEN recently moved back to the U.P. with her family from Fayetteville, Arkansas. Her work is sculptural and for the past couple of years, she has worked in a miniature scale. Through her work, she tells stories with a cast of modified animal characters that show up through a variety of narratives and forms.
EMILY LANCTOT lives and works in Marquette. She is the Director and Curator of Northern Michigan University’s DeVos Art Museum and a Contingent Assistant Professor at NMU’s School of Art and Design.
LINDA LOHMANN has been an art teacher since 1981 after receiving her BFA from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston and her teaching certification from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She has taught workshops on 0-3 art to preschool teachers and ceramics workshops to Chicago area H.S. art teachers. Linda recently retired from L’Anse Area Schools where she was the K-12 art teacher for 10 years.
BONNIE LOUKUS is an interdisciplinary artist and Assistant Director of the CCCAC. Her media mainly includes oil painting, printmaking, and letterpress printing. She was awarded a three-month artist’s residency at the TYPA Center for Paper and Printmaking in Tartu, Estonia in 2019.
MADHURA MEHENDALE is an artist who focuses on watercolor and acrylic painting.
KAY OLIVER loves teaching and clay. She hopes to share this excitement with students who are interested in exploring their design ideas in a malleable medium.
THOMAS OLIVER has been a photographer for 20 years, focusing on wildlife, the outdoors, and nightscapes– he has been photographing the northern lights in the Keweenaw for the past 3 years. Tom is an educator and wildlife biologist who helps others understand and appreciate the natural world, especially regarding the Upper Peninsula. Tom is currently the Director of MTU’s Center for Science and Environmental Outreach.
MADELINE PINTAR is a certified psychosynthesis life coach certified through the Psychospiritual Institute in Florida.
DANIEL SCHNEIDER is a book artist and industrial archaeologist. He has taught numerous classes and workshops in letterpress printing and zine making at the Copper Country Community Arts Center. He completed a book arts apprenticeship at Deep Wood Press outside Mancelona, Michigan. He has been awarded two international artist residences, a three-month artist’s residency at the TYPA Center for Paper and Printmaking in Tartu, Estonia in 2019 and a two-month residency at Vanha Kaivos in Outokumpu, Finland in 2023.
TAMMY TOJ GAJEWSKI has been drawing, painting, and doing clay since 1970. She graduated from UW-River Falls with a BFA in 1988, and earned her MPA in 2007 from Northern Michigan University. She has volunteered at CCCAC for over 15 years running the clay co-op. She has a great sense of humor and believes anyone can be creative.
CHRISTA WALCK is a happily retired art enthusiast and art tourist. She taught for 30 years at Michigan Tech and became a snowbird when she retired to Philadelphia where she can walk to the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Barnes Foundation or hop a train to New York City.
The CCCAC does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission, access, or employment in regard to its programs and activities.