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Father's Day Frame: A Friends & Family Class

$40

with Susan Thiel

Calendar Jun 20, 2026 at 9 am

Ages: 9 - 18

Cost: $40

Date: Saturday, June 20th

Time: 9:00a - 1:00p

Ages: 9+ years (Children 5+ years old are welcome to attend if accompanied by an older family member to assist them with their creation.  The parent does not need to pay if assisting)

Class Capacity: 8 students.

Instructor: Susan Thiel

Class Description:

Join instructor Susan Thiel to create a personalized frame from polymer clay, a perfect Father's Day gift! 

Students will learn how to upgrade and embellish an old frame using a theme that is perfect for Dad.  Students will be able to make embellishments for fishing, wildlife, baseball, soccer, golf, basketball, football, pets, and more.

This is a great opportunity for family and friends to create together!  

All materials provided. 

Class Disclaimer:

A refund minus the processing fees is issued if registration is canceled more than seven days before the class begins. No refunds after that time. Full refunds if AAV cancels the class at any time. 

AAV is handicapped accessible.

AAV takes precautions to provide a safe environment and our instructors are educated in providing options for individual limitations.

Please make your own individual decisions regarding health precautions.

Summer Pottery Class for Kids: Animal Sculptures for the Garden

$65

with Jenny Wight

Calendar Jun 20, 2026 at 2 pm, runs for 1 week

Ages: 5 - 15

Cost: $65

Date: Saturday, June 20th

Time: 2:00p - 4:00p

Glazing Date: June 25th

Time: 5:30p - 7:30p

Level: Kids ages 5-15. Limit to 12 students

Instructor: Jenny Wight

Class Notes: Wear clothes you don't mind to get a little messy in!

Use the PROMO CODE sent to Grayling students by the school to reduce the cost.  Enter it on the final payment page in the upper right. Contact the school or the Artisan Village Gallery. 

Class Description:

Learn sculpting techniques in clay to make your very own garden friends! Jenny will be teaching ways to form, attach, and add texture to clay to create an animal of your choosing. Bring a picture of the kind of animal you want to sculpt, showing its whole body. We will create our sculptures and then return a few days later to add some color and life to them!

Class Disclaimer:

Full refunds if AAV cancels the class. Refunds minus the processing fees up to seven days before class begins. No refunds after that time.

Creations must be picked up within four months of the class.

AAV is handicapped accessible.

AAV takes precautions to provide a safe environment and our instructors are educated in providing options for individual limitations.

Please make your own individual decisions regarding health precautions.

Art Open Studio

Free

with Pam Meland

Calendar Jun 25, 2026 at 12 pm

No fee. No registration. Just show up!

Creativity Center in the original Gallery.

Adults only.

Dates available include June 11, 25; July 9, 23; Aug 13 and 27

12-00-3:00pm (Come whenever you'd like and leave as you need.)

Session is free, but donations are welcome.

 

Join other adult artists as they work to share the common experience of creating art. What kind of art is up to the maker!

Bring all your own supplies and materials. No instructor is available, although Pam Meland will be there to faciltate.

 

Class Disclaimer:

A refund minus the processing fees is issued if registration is canceled more than seven days before the class begins. No refunds after that time. Full refunds if AAV cancels the class at any time. 

AAV is handicapped accessible.

AAV takes precautions to provide a safe environment and our instructors are educated in providing options for individual limitations.

Please make your own individual decisions regarding health precautions.

 

Watercolor Monoprinting

$65

with Pam Meland

Calendar Jun 27, 2026 at 12:30 pm

Date: Saturday, June 27

Time: 12:30pm-3:00pm

Level: Adults    Max 6

Instructor: Pam Meland

Class Description: 

Join Instructor, Pam Meland, for a creative and fun workshop to create the beautiful watercolor above (or using the image of your choice).  No experience necessary as you explore how to use a piece of plexiglass to create a watercolor monoprint.

If you have a picture of your own you'd like to use, please bring it along.  But if not, don't worry, Pam will bring lots for you to choose from.

With Pam's artistic guidance you'll end with a lovely composition! 

Space is limited, so register soon!  And, think about bringing a buddy!

All materials will be provided.

 

Disclaimer:

A refund minus the processing fees is issued if registration is canceled more than seven days before the class begins. No refunds after that time. Full refunds if AAV cancels the class at any time.

AAV is handicapped accessible.

AAV takes precautions to provide a safe environment and our instructors are educated in providing options for individual limitations.

Please make your own individual decisions regarding health precautions.

Will run

Summer Camp: Nature and Art Calling! ages 6-13

$70

with Valerie Whaley

Calendar Jun 29, 2026 at 10 am

Ages: 6 - 13

Cost: $70

Dates: June 29 -July 2

Time: 10:00a-12:00p

Ages: Open to 6-13 years old

Instructor: Val Whaley

Class Notes: Use the PROMO CODE sent to Grayling students by the school to reduce the cost.  Enter it on the final payment page in the upper right.  Contact the school or the Artisan Village Gallery. 

Class Description:

Calling all outdoor loving artists! Nature art is such a fun way to engage with the environment and get creative.

Join teacher, Val Whaley, to discover ways to create artwork out of leaves, rocks, sticks, and other natural materials.

Students will paint rocks, create a mobile as well as a mandala using flowers, leaves and other items found on the beach or in the forest.    

All supplies and materials will be provided for this 8 hour class.

Class Disclaimer:

Full refunds if AAV cancels the class. Refunds minus the processing fees up to seven days before class begins. No refunds after that time.

AAV is handicapped accessible.

AAV takes precautions to provide a safe environment and our instructors are educated in providing options for individual limitations.

Please make your own individual decisions regarding health precautions.

Introduction to the Potter's Wheel

$65

with Lindsey Samotis

Calendar Jun 30, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

Cost: $65.00

Date: Tuesday, June 30th

Time:  6:00p - 8:30pm

Level: Adult Beginner

Instructor: Lindsey Samotis

Class Notes: Bring a smock or wear clothes that can get a little messy.

Class Description: 

Interested in a relaxed crash course on using a potter's wheel? This course is for you! In this two and a half hour session, students will learn the basics of working with clay on a potter's wheel and receive guided hands-on experience from an instructor.

Each student leaves the class with two handmade creations. Students in the class can expect to:

-Learn Mud Room basics including emergency procedures, room rules, and clean up expectations

-Learn to prepare clay for the wheel

-Watch a wheel throwing demo with guided discussion of the steps 

-Spend time practicing basic wheel throwing techniques

-Have fun!

Registration includes all supplies and materials, wheel time, a glaze day, and two firings in the kiln. 

Disclaimer:

A refund minus the processing fees is issued if registration is canceled more than seven days before the class begins. No refunds after that time. Full refunds if AAV cancels the class at any time. 

Creations must be picked up within four months of the class.

AAV is handicapped accessible.

AAV takes precautions to provide a safe environment and our instructors are educated in providing options for individual limitations.

Please make your own individual decisions regarding health precautions.

Full Course

SUMMER CAMP Creating with Beads

$70

with Linda Kane

Calendar Jul 6, 2026 at 10 am

Ages: 8 - 12

Cost: $70

Date: Three Mondays - July 6, 20, 27

Time: 10:00-11:30am

Ages: Open to 8-12 year olds

Instructor: Linda Kane

 

Looking for a fun, hands-on activity where your child can learn new skills and express some creativity?  This three day, one and a half hour workshop is perfect for young artists eager to learn the basics of beading and wirework. The class will focuse on making beautiful, handmade creations to keep, to gift, or just because! 

WHAT YOUR CHILD WILL EXPERIENCE:

This class gives your child a chance to experience a variety of techniques to put together multiple pieces. The projects will integrate the Great Lakes and art styles of native peoples from around the world. Possible options for projects that registrants may choose include: 

  1. Bead peoples "Beaples"
  2. Backpack clip
  3. Memory wire bracelet (stackable)
  4. Beaded tassel key ring, luggage or zipper decoration
  5. Wire Bracelet
  6. Bookmarks
  7. Suncatchers
  8. Lanyards

We provide all the tools and supplies! Your child can walk away with three finished projects (or more!) and new skills in design, coordination, and use wire with beads.

Don't miss out! Spaces are limited to just 8 budding jewelers!

 

Note: Grayling Schools students may use the PROMO CODE sent to Grayling students by the school to reduce the cost.  Enter it on the final payment page in the upper right.  Contact the school or the Artisan Village Gallery for assistance.

Class Disclaimer:

Full refunds if AAV cancels the class. Refunds minus the processing fees up to seven days before class begins. No refunds after that time.

AAV is handicapped accessible.

AAV takes precautions to provide a safe environment and our instructors are educated in providing options for individual limitations.

Please make your own individual decisions regarding health precautions.

Mindfulness July Series

$40

with Patty Clark

Calendar Jul 7, 2026 at 10:30 am, runs for 4 weeks

Cost: $40 for series, $15 cash for drop-in (correct change only, please)

Date: Four Tuesday mornings   July 7, 14, 21, 28

Instructor: Patti Clark, ERYT

Level: Adult

Class Description:

Breathe and relax. This new Mindfulness Series will focuse on manifesting and creating the life you envision.

Essential elements of breathwork, meditation, philosophy and some gentle movement will be included.

Dress comfortably and join us for a truly transformative experience. Perfect for any experience level.

Class Disclaimer: 

A refund minus the processing fees is issued if registration is canceled more than seven days before the class begins. No refunds after that time. Full refunds if AAV cancels the class at any time. 

AAV is handicapped accessible.

Please make your own individual decisions regarding health precautions. 





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