Jewelry Making

1/21, 1/28, 2/4

Kalamazoo Room, Michigan League

$25 for three sessions

Sponsored by Arts at Michigan and UUAP

7pm - 10pm Explore different styles of jewelry making with this hands-on workshop! Throughout this series you will learn how to make metal chain-link jewelry as well as beaded necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. All materials and tools will be provided and participants will finish the workshop with several pieces of handmade jewelry. All levels of experience are welcome!
For more information about this specific workshop, contact terir@umich.edu.

Mosaics 101

1/22, 1/29, 2/5

Art Lounge, Michigan Union

$25 for 3 sessions

Sponsored by Arts at Michigan and UUAP

7pm - 10pm Mosaic is one of the oldest decorative arts, dating back to Greece in the 4th Century B.C.E. But it is not only classic and beautiful – it is also easy and fun! In this class you will learn the fundamentals of mosaic embellishment by designing your own simple project (frame, tray or box) and completing it by the end of the course. All materials and tools will be provided, as will resource materials to spur your creativity! Come and explore this great technique for turning everyday objects into something special!
For more information about this specific workshop, contact terir@umich.edu.

Knitting 101

1/23, 1/30, 2/6

Art Lounge, Michigan Union

$25 for 3 sessions

Sponsored by Arts at Michigan and UUAP

7pm - 10pm Here's a great hands-on workshop for anyone who is interested in learning how to knit or just wants to brush up on basic skills. Knitting is a hobby, an art form, a stress-reliever, and most of all, FUN! Over three weekly sessions, you'll knit a super-easy chunky scarf and cool ribbed hat. All materials and tools will be provided, plus additional patterns and resources to help you get started in the world of knitting.
For more information about this specific workshop, contact terir@umich.edu.

Paper Arts Series

1/27, 2/3, 2/10

Kalamazoo Room, Michigan League

$10 for 1 session (attend one or all!)

Sponsored by Arts at Michigan and UUAP

1pm - 4pm Attend one or all of these open paper arts workshops! A wide range of paper arts will be explored, including bookmaking and collage. Create your own journals, cards, books, anything you can imagine with paper! All materials and tools are provided. Whether you're looking for a break from studying or just want to add a little creativity to your life, come join us!
For more information about this specific workshop, contact terir@umich.edu.

Bookmaking and paper arts w/ Arts at Michigan

3/3, 3/10, 2/17

Michigan Union, Anderson Room

$7 for first session, $5 for each additional session

A wide range of paper arts techniques will be explored during this workshop series including bookmaking, photo transfer, and collage. Create your own journals, cards, books, anything you can imagine with paper! All materials and tools are provided. Whether you're looking for a break from studying or just want to add a little creativity to your life, come join us! Also, we should probably include an explanation of the new drop-in friendly format. How about something like this on the registration page and marketing materials (feel free to edit!!!): Experience the arts at Michigan through these hands-on arts workshops! You may register for all of the sessions in a series, or just “drop-in” for one. Beginners are welcome at every session. The registration fee is $7 for your first session, and $5 for each additional session.
For more information about this specific workshop, contact terir@umich.edu.

Watercolor Journaling w/Arts at Michigan

3/4, 3/11, 3/18 7pm - 10pm

Michigan Union Art Lounge

$7 for your first session, and $5 for each additional session.

Love to draw? Always wanted to draw? Whatever your skill level, join us for this fun, no-pressure, hands-on workshop -- supplies included. Beginners will learn to use a watercolor kit, pen, and portable water-filled brush to mix colors and create simple graphic records of everyday life. More advanced participants will be provided with examples of other artists’ journals and encouraged to explore and experiment with new styles and techniques. Weekly exercises will introduce all participants to a range of drawing and painting techniques, such as: getting realistic perspective without stressing out; creating a watercolor wash; using table salt to dapple color; hand lettering; making “box pops” and other graphic elements, and much more. Some examples of illustrated journals: Amanda Kavanagh: http://craftmonkeys.typepad.com/

Jewelry Making w/ Arts at Michigan

3/9 12pm - 5pm

Kalamazoo Room, Michigan League

$7 for your first session, and $5 for each additional session.

Explore different styles of jewelry making with this hands-on workshop! During this session you will learn how to make metal chain-link jewelry as well as beaded necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. All materials and tools will be provided and participants will finish the workshop with several pieces of handmade jewelry. All levels of experience are welcome! Experience the arts at Michigan through these hands-on arts workshops! You may register for all of the sessions in a series, or just “drop-in” for one. Beginners are welcome at every session. The registration fee is $7 for your first session, and $5 for each additional session.
For more information about this specific workshop, contact teror@umich.edu.