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Strengthen your foundational skills in drawing from observation.

Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced artist looking to revisit the essentials, this workshop offers a comprehensive exploration of key principles of drawing. We’ll explore the basics of materials, techniques, and concepts, including line, value, form, composition, and creating visual impact.

Throughout the workshop, you’ll complete a series of guided drawings that build upon one another, focusing on cultivating a strong understanding of observation and technique. This structured approach ensures that you leave with a deeper grasp of drawing as both a standalone practice and the foundation of many other art forms.

This workshop is perfect for anyone with an interest in drawing or painting, whether you're starting from scratch or seeking to strengthen your artistic foundation. The goal is to provide you with not only hands-on experience but also transferable skills that you can apply to various artistic pursuits, from painting to sculpture and beyond.

Whether you're an art enthusiast eager to explore a new medium or a complete novice looking to embark on a creative journey, this workshop will provide you with a solid foundation in the techniques, tools, and principles of painting in oil or acrylic.

Join award-winning artist and educator Jeannette Pomeroy for a three-day workshop designed to help you build essential painting skills through hands-on practice and expert guidance. Set in a warm, welcoming studio environment, you'll gain confidence in your abilities while connecting with fellow creatives from around the world.

You'll explore the different types of brushes, paints, and surfaces, and learn how to mix colors, prepare your canvas, and apply the five basic rules of composition. Through a series of guided projects, you'll experiment with color theory to develop your eye and technique.

To support your creative decision-making, you'll learn how to create viewfinders and draw thumbnail sketches to plan your compositions. You'll then work on composing and completing a still life painting that incorporates all the techniques you've learned. Whether you're seeking a new hobby or preparing for more advanced study, this immersive workshop will provide the foundation and inspiration you need to grow as a painter.

The Glen Arbor Arts Center (GAAC) is proud to introduce Creative Wellness Month, a new, expanded initiative launching this September. A month-long series of art, movement, mindfulness, and community programs designed to support well-being and inspire reflection, renewal, and creative exploration.

Building on their former Creative Wellness Retreat, this reimagined, month-long series invites participants to slow down, reflect, and reconnect through visual arts, writing, movement, meditation, and nature-based practices.

Program offerings will take place at both the Glen Arbor Arts Center in Glen Arbor and the GAAC Ceramics Studio at historic Thoreson Farm, part of the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

Programs are open to adults, with a mix of paid and free events available throughout the month.

A full schedule and registration information is available at https://glenarborart.org/introducing-creative-wellness-month-in-september/

For more information, please contact:
Kristie McCaw, Program Manager
kristiem@glenarborart.org

Date: September 15, 16, and 19 2025
Time: 1–4 pm
Registration Deadline: Thursday, September 11, 2025
Location: Thoreson Farm
Learn new techniques or refresh your skills in surface decoration using sgraffito, slip trailing, and overglaze brushwork. The instructor will provide tiles and extruded pieces. Students are welcome to bring their leather-hard pieces to decorate.

The final program of the season welcomes North Sky Raptor Sanctuary and winged guests.

This artisans group has been creating art and contributing to the community for over 40 years. Newcomer's are always welcome!

For more info, email taartisansguild@gmail.com Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Date: September 15, 16, and 19 2025
Time: 1–4 pm
Registration Deadline: Thursday, September 11, 2025
Location: Thoreson Farm
Learn new techniques or refresh your skills in surface decoration using sgraffito, slip trailing, and overglaze brushwork. The instructor will provide tiles and extruded pieces. Students are welcome to bring their leather-hard pieces to decorate.

People of all skill levels are invited to play.

Free Event.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.

Join us for an introduction on E-Books, E-Audiobooks and More! Each library will present on the specific digital collections they offer.

Learn how to make the most of your SBBDL library card with our digital collections, Libby and Kanopy! Libby provides e-books and e-audiobooks to listen to on your phone, tablet, or computer. Kanopy is a new addition to our digital collections, where you can stream TV shows and movies!

Bring your device, your library card and your questions!

What are Tech Tuesdays? These FREE hour-long technology presentations give general information about a technology topic, with time to ask your questions.

No registration necessary! The same presentation is given at all four Leelanau Libraries throughout the month. All dates are on Tuesdays, and all presentations are at 2pm.

People of all skill levels, including beginners, are welcome! For more info, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013.

Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center & Library, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.