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To register, please call (616) 396-3278 or email helpdesk@hollandarts.org.  Member prices are in parentheses. If a student opts out of a class after registering, only class credit is available. 

One-Day Classes & Master Workshops

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Holiday Wood-burning Workshop
Instructor: Tom Reverman
Join us to create unique wood burned gifts. Each participant will create several ornaments, gift tags, and more. No experience required. Inspirational handouts will be provided, but feel free to bring your own ideas. All materials provided.
Ages 16 & up • 1 night • Thursday  •  Dec 9 • 5:30 - 7:30 pm • $45 for members and $55 for nonmembers • Please call (616) 396-3278 to register​
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Paper Mache Santa 
Instructor: Barbara Carlson
Create your own sweet little Santa sculpture using paper mache clay.  This is a 2 part class.  During the first session you'll create your Santa. We will allow it to dry for a week and during the second session you'll paint  and finish it.  This is a very fun and easy project - a little messy too! Add him to your Christmas decorations or give him as a cherished handmade gift. Feel free to bring a sack lunch.
Ages 16 & up • 2 days • Saturdays  •  Dec 4 and Dec 11 • 10:30am- 1:30 pm • $60 for members and $70 for nonmembers • Please call (616) 396-3278 to register​
Holiday Candles 
Instructor: Maranda Shear
Instructor Maranda Shear guides students through the creation of a personal 8 ounce soy candle with a custom holiday fragrance.  
Ages 18 & up • 1 night • Wednesday  • December 8th • 5:30- 8:30 pm • $40 for members and $50 for nonmembers • Please call (616) 396-3278 to register​
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Stained Glass Painting: 16 x 20 Canvas Class
Instructor: Maranda Shear
Instructor Maranda Shear guides students through step by step projects that can be completed in different ways. 
Ages 18 & up • 1 night • Wednesday  • December 22nd • 5:30- 8:30 pm • $40 for members and $50 for nonmembers • Please call (616) 396-3278 to register
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Gelli Printing
Instructor: Barbara Carlson
For ages 14 & up
Explore printmaking using a Gelli Plate. You'll create intriguing and colorful layers and patterns using tools like rollers, sponges, stencils and a variety of mark makers. Participants will create many unique pages which are great for collage and suitable for framing. This class is for everyone and so much fun!
1 day • Saturday • January 15th • 10:30-1:30 pm • $68 for members $75 non-members • Please call (616) 396-3278 to register
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Japanese Watercolor Traditions
Instructor: Maranda Shear
For Teens & Adults
Explore different watercolor techniques and create an image in the aesthetic of traditional Japanese paintings with a focus on technique and composition.
1 night • Thursday • January 27th• 5:00-8:00 pm • $40 for members $50 non-members • Please call (616) 396-3278 to register

Ceramics

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2022 Winter Beginner Ceramics, Tuesday Morning
Instructor: Mary Wolter
In the beginner ceramic class you will learn the basics of hand-building, wheel throwing and glazing. It is the foundation class for all other ceramic classes offered at HAAC. Twenty-five pounds of clay, glaze, firing, and 18 hours of open studio access are included in tuition. Additional clay is available to purchase at $30 for 25 pounds. This class is limited to 18 years and older.
Ages 18 & up • 10 Weeks • Tuesdays • January 18 - March 22 • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm • $285 for members and $295 for nonmembers • Please call (616) 396-3278 to register


2022 Winter Beginner Ceramics, Wednesday Evening
Instructor: Mary Wolter
In the beginner ceramic class you will learn the basics of hand-building, wheel throwing and glazing. It is the foundation class for all other ceramic classes offered at HAAC. Twenty-five pounds of clay, glaze, firing, and 18 hours of open studio access are included in tuition. Additional clay is available to purchase at $30 for 25 pounds. This class is limited to 18 years and older.
Ages 18 & up • 10 Weeks • Wednesday • January 19 - March 23 • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm • $285 for members and $295 for nonmembers • Please call (616) 396-3278 to register

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2022 Winter Ceramics, Intermediate Wheel Throwing
Instructor: John Diaz
Did the potter's wheel hook you when you took Beginner Ceramics? It often does! If you would like to further explore and perfect your technique on the potter’s wheel this next level class will do that. Twenty-five pounds of clay, glaze, firing and 10 hours of open studio access are included in this 6 week class. Additional clay is available to purchase at $30 for 25 pounds. This class is limited to 18 years and older. *Must have taken Beginner Ceramics before registering for this class.
Ages 18 & up • 6 Weeks • Wednesdays • February 2 - March 9 • 10:00 am - 12:00 pm • $200 for members and $210 for nonmembers • Please call (616) 396-3278 to register


2022 Winter Ceramics, Intermediate Wheel Throwing
Instructor: Jesse VanderBand
Did the potter's wheel hook you when you took Beginner Ceramics? It often does! If you would like to further explore and perfect your technique on the potter’s wheel this next level class will do that. Twenty-five pounds of clay, glaze, firing and 10 hours of open studio access are included in this 6 week class. Additional clay is available to purchase at $30 for 25 pounds. This class is limited to 18 years and older. *Must have taken Beginner Ceramics before registering for this class.
Ages 18 & up • 6 Weeks • Mondays • January 24 - February 28 • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm • $200 for members and $210 for nonmembers • Please call (616) 396-3278 to register
 
Winter Ceramics, Beginning Sculpture
Instructor: Sherrill Cannon
Have you ever wondered about how to make sculpture and did not know where to begin? In this 5 week class you will learn how to prep your clay for sculpting, use sculpting tools, make armatures supporting clay inside and outside your sculpture and use underglazes to add color. Fifteen pounds of clay, glaze, firing, and 8 hours of open studio access are included in tuition. Additional clay is available to purchase at $30 for 25 pounds. This class is limited to 18 years and older.
*Must have taken Beginner Ceramics before registering for this class. 
Ages 18 & up • 5 Weeks • Thursdays • February 3 - March 3 • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm • $165 for members and $175 for nonmembers • Please call (616) 396-3278 to register