Upcoming Classes November /December 2024
WE LOVE CLASSES!
Glass on Glass Window Light Mosaics
Create this beautiful straight glass mosaic Window Light. The class
includes instruction on using the correct tools for cutting, shaping, and
grinding glass. The straight strips of glass will be arranged and
then glued down on frame glass within the picture frame.
You can add glass gems or bits of mirror to complete the look of your design.
Once the design is glued, you will learn to mix and apply grout to complete
the project. Each Window Light will be finished with a chain and hook hanger
so you go home with a lovely finished project.
Instructor: Jamie Lee
Where: Loon Country Arts, Bemidji MN
Date: November 19 from 1-4, 1:00-4:00
Cost: $65 (includes all materials)
Class Size: Limited to 6 ages 15 and up.
Registration: Please pay when you register. Make checks payable to Jamie Lee
Introduction to Stained Glass For Beginners
Kick off the holiday season by creating this pretty little Christmas tree from stained glass. This class offers an introduction to the basic steps of stained glass art. You will learn to cut and shape stained glass using a glass grinder, copper foil the edges, and then use a soldering iron to complete your design. Safe use of all tools and equipment is taught with an emphasis on your safety.
And best of all, you go home with this pretty
Christmas tree just in time for the holidays.
Instructor: Jamie Lee
Where: Loon Country Arts, Bemidji MN
Date: November 18 from 1:00-4:00 pm
Cost: $65 (includes all materials)
Class Size is limited to 5 ages 15 and up.
To register sign up at Loon Country Arts. Make checks payable to Jamie Lee
"Loosen it up" Watercolor Class
Most materials supplied to complete a 9 x 12 painting in the medium ofwatercolor. Students will get instruction in the medium of watercolor and keep it loose.
The class will consist of basic watercolor principles, wet in wet applications, petal design and how to finish using a "rigger" brush. Students are encouraged to bring along a hair dryer to speed drying time. If you have your own brushes including a rigger brush, please bring it with you. This class is for beginners or advanced beginners.
Instructor: Darcy Brambrink
Where: Loon Country Arts in Bemidji, MN
When: Saturday, Nov. 30 from 1:00-4:00 pm
Cost: $70 (most materials supplied)
Class size is limited to 10.
To register please contact Darcy via darcybfunky@gmail.com or stop in at Loon Country Arts to sign up. Payment is required before the date of class.
Hand Sewn Moccasins
Get ready for winter! Learn to make your own incredibly warm house mocs from start to finish. Learn to cut your mocs from a pattern and fit and stitch them together. You will receive the pattern, ½ Sherling, and 2 glover needles, finger skins and the sinue to sew your mocs. Any other tools needed will be provided by heather. Register and pre-pay by Nov. 15th at Loon Country Arts to allow for special materials to be ordered. Please include your shoe size when you register to insure the correct patterns will be available.
When: Friday, December 6 from 2:00-6:00 pm.
Location: Loon Country Arts Classroom
Cost: $125 which includes all materials. You can add a muskrat ruff cuff for an additional $20. Cost includes a pizza lunch.
Instructor: Heather Fadness
Class Size limited to 5 students. If the waiting list fills, a second class may be offered.
Classes
Art is good for the soul and good for the Brain.
Whether you are an established artist or just wanting to try something new, we continue to offer a wide variety of classes. Browse below to see our current offerings and check back frequently to see new offerings.
We need teachers! Our classroom is open to area art and craft teachers that need a great and affordable space to teach. Contact us with your good ideas, and we'll let you know how to get started.