September News
REGISTER NOW FOR FALL CLASSES!
You may not be able to feel the chill in the air yet, but the new season is on the horizon! We’re warming up our campus to host an incredible selection of returning and new classes for all ages. Below is just a little about a few of the exciting classes we are offering this fall. Registrations are filling up so the time to sign up is now!
This fall we are welcoming new teaching artist, Kayla Turpin whose photography expertise will guide students ages 10-13 on how to use both FILM and DIGITAL cameras. If you have a kiddo brand new to Photography or one who wants to grow their photo shooting skills, sign them up for our 4-week class, starting October 1st!
If your child loves to experiment with art, then Creative Beginnings on Saturdays will mix all the media they know and love: painting, drawing, printmaking, and more! If you’re looking to get them creatively busy on a Saturday morning, this class can be taken along with Saturday’s Clay Hand Building. We are also introducing an exciting new Upcycle Art class on Thursday evenings where kids will create with recycled materials and turn trash into treasure.
Looking to introduce your little one to the world of textures, colors and sensations? Come with them to make a mess in Creative Tots and explore lots of new activities and projects. Enroll for a half-term or all of Fall!
Artists can have strong personalities… which is how they make such interesting characters! Have your bundle of personality join us in either or both of our 4-week character-centric drawing classes for ages 10-13, Character Creation & Comics in Action!
Is your passionate young artist interested in taking their drawing to the next level? This fall, we have two sessions of our popular Fundamentals of Drawing class for ages 6-9 and 10-13!
Our popular Sew Fun classes are back, and this time we are adding more opportunities to hone your skills! If you’re new to the sewing machine, then enroll in our 101 class, but if you know the basics and are ready for the next step, then we invite you to try out an intermediate project in our 102 sessions.
If you’re looking for a more singular experience, join us for one of our fiber workshops. In Fiber Fun: Felting you will create a needle-felted ornament that would make a great autumn-themed decoration or gift! Or join REACH’s founder, Alice Brinkman for Fiber Fun: Totally Immersed and learn about the Japanese dying technique of “shibori.”
They say it takes 10,000 hours to master something, so why not spend that time with a paintbrush in your hand? In Acrylic Painting Basics, Elyse Gambino continues to masterfully guide students of all experience levels through the practice of acrylic painting.
The change of season calls for a warm drink and a sweet treat. Come enjoy some ON US and try out clay during Adults Casual Clay Wheel. For Family Casual Clay & Play we have a dedicated special hand-building project that you can make as a family!
Looking to spend even more time creating with clay? We are bringing back our 8-week classes for youth, teens, and adults, and are starting a brand new ADVANCED Adult Clay Class for those ready to step up their clay game!
JOIN US FOR OPEN CANVAS OPEN MIC - TOMORROW!
Join us on September 14th from 4-7 PM at REACH Studio Art Center for our free Open Canvas Open Mic event, an evening dedicated to creativity and community. Planned and hosted by the REACH Youth Art Council and All of the Above Hip Hop Academy students, this event offers a creative space for collaborative art experiences, an open mic, and delicious food. The first 60 guests will receive a voucher for the amazing Tantay Food truck! Whether you're an artist, performer, or someone who loves to be inspired, there's something for everyone. Come to REACH at 1804 S Washington Ave in Lansing and be part of a night. We hope to see you there.
ART IN SEQUENCE
We’re excited to present 'Art in Sequence: Artwork Inspired By Comics,' a gallery show featuring the works of local artists Tim Foley, Daniel J. Hogan, Andrew Schultz, Eric Staib, Vivian Walters, and Elijah Hamilton Wray. On display from September 6th to October 15th, this exhibition explores the dynamic art of comics through a variety of creative interpretations. Join us for the opening reception on September 21st from 1-4 PM, part of the 2024 Lansing Lit Fest. The event will include a comic art activity, a panel discussion (2:30) with the exhibiting artists, and a pop-up shop hosted by Socialight Society.
MEET YOUR TEACHING ARTIST
Do you follow REACH on social media? If not you are missing out! This month we are featuring the amazing teaching artists who passionately share their artistic talents with our students in fun and creative ways. Following REACH on Instagram and Facebook is a great way to stay up to date on the latest at REACH.
Instagram: @reachstudioart
