Grand Marais Art Colony

2012 Course Catalog 

Grand Marais Art Colony 

Erik Waterkotte 

Anthony Huonder 

Linda Gammell 

Dan Neff 

Kit Eastman 

Liz Sivertson 

Nurturing Creativity on Minnesota’s North Shore since 1947 

P a i n t i n g S F c u l p t u r e i b e r Printmaking 

D r a w i n g 

W r i t i n g 

C e r a m i c s G l a s s P h o t o g r a p h y 

M i x e d - M e d i a C o l l a g e

Joan Farnam 

Laurie Toth 

Nancy Seaton 

Matt Kania 

Bonnie Cutts 

David Seaton 

JD Jorgenson 

Jeanne Larson

The Mission of the 


is to Nurture Creativity 

on the North Shore 

Board of Directors 

Chair 

Sandi Pillsbury Gredzens 

Vice Chair 

Mike Carlson 

Treasurer 

Jan Morris 

Secretary 

Clare Shaw 

Members at Large 

David Hahn 

Jeri Person 

Sharon Frykman 

Staff 

Amy Demmer 

Executive Director 

Kjersti Vick 

Events & Communications Coordinator 

Jan Toftey 

Volunteer Office Assistant 

Joan Farnam 

Clay Studio Facilitator 


Glass Studio Facilitator 

Jerry Riach 

Print Studio Facilitator 

Table of Contents 

About.....................2 

Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 

Class Overview . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 

Class Description . . . . . . . 6-17 

Youth Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 

Instructors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-21 

Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 

Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 

Business Members . . . . . . . . . . 24 

Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 

Welcome to the Grand Marais Art Colony 

The horizon of a new year is mirrored in the expanse of Lake Superior. With every 

lapping wave, lingering sunset or star-studded evening sky, each moment gives us a 

renewed opportunity to be inspired, connected and engaged. 

At the Grand Marais Art Colony, the beauty of nature surrounds and nurtures us. 

It is within this atmosphere that we can disconnect from the distractions of daily life 

and reconnect with our innate creative spirits. We can be more fully present and 

focused to pursue our artistic endeavors. 

Whether you seek artistic instruction, a rejuvenating retreat into a professional art 

studio, active participation in an art-centered festival event or a deeper appreciation 

of art; this year at the Art Colony there are many opportunities to immerse yourself 

in a creative experience surrounded by an engaged and supportive community. 

We are really excited about our new Artist-in-Residence program, which will feature 

artist Hazel Belvo this first year. Not only will Ms. Belvo produce a major body of 

large-scale work during her time at the Art Colony, she will also host three lectures 

and daily open studios for the public to learn, observe and experience the artistic 

process. Another new event is the Northern Fibers Retreat, a cozy festival in the 

heart of winter that celebrates the art and craft of fiber in a community of fellow 

fiber enthusiasts. These new events join our program roster that includes over 100 

classes, six other events and studio access in our four professional art studios. 

Let this new year be an endless horizon of creative exploration. Enter our 

community where strangers become friends and the artistic process is nurtured with 

support and authenticity. See you soon! 

Sincerely, 

Amy Demmer 

Executive Director 

Learning. Inspiration. Creation. Celebration.

A b o u t T h e G r a n d M a r a i s A r t C o l o n y 

Resting on the edge of the wilderness and Lake Superior is the Grand Marais Art Colony, Minnesota’s longest-lived artist colony. For 

over 65 years, the Grand Marais Art Colony has cultivated a relationship between outdoor inspiration and artistic pursuit. Founded as 

the Outdoor School of Painting, a project of the Minneapolis School of Art (MCAD), the Art Colony has grown to offer a sanctuary 

for the creative spirit allowing both emerging and professional artists to seek guidance, instruction and space to grow. 

A b o u t C o o k C o u n t y & G r a n d M a r a i s 

Cook County is made up of a series of small towns, each with a unique personality, linked together by the ancient Sawtooth 

Mountains, the pristine Boundary Waters Wilderness and the rugged shores of Lake Superior. For generations, visitors have flocked 

to this area to savor its grandeur and explore the surrounding boreal forest. At the center of Cook County is Grand Marais, a quaint 

harbor arts village where you will find eclectic galleries and shops, restaurants and a wide array of accommodations to suit your needs. 

Fall in love with small-town hospitality, be inspired by the landscape and develop a life-long relationship with the north shore. 

There are many places to explore in Cook County. Visit www.grandmaraisartcolony.org for more info on where to stay, eat and play. 

Office Hours 

Monday-Saturday (9am-4pm) 

Location 

120 W. 3rd Ave. : PO Box 626 

Grand Marais, MN 55604 

Located two blocks North of Downtown 

Grand Marais & the Harbor 

Contact 

(218) 387-2737 : arts@boreal.org 

www.grandmaraisartcolony.org 

Directions 

From Minneapolis/St. Paul: I-35N toward Duluth. 

Merge on to Highway 61 (follow signs to North Shore) 

continue for 107 miles to Grand Marais. In Grand 

Marais, continue on Highway 61-the harbor will be on 

your right-when the lighthouse becomes perpendicular 

to you and the Java Moose Coffee Shop directly in front, 

turn left on to 3rd Ave. West (away from the harbor) and 

continue up the hill two blocks. 

Approximate travel time: 5 hours 

Visitor Information 

For comprehensive information on the area please 

contact the main tourism website www.donorth.com. 

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Facilities & Studio Rental 

Historic Building: Built in 1916 as a 

mission Catholic Church, this building houses the 

Administration Office, Founders Hall and Art Library. 

Purchased in the 1960s as the permanent location 

for the Art Colony, this stately white building with 

forest green trim is located just two blocks up from 

downtown Grand Marais and the harbor. 

Founders Hall: This studio has been an inspiring sanctuary for 

generations of artists. Mainly used for our visual arts classes, over 

the years the Founders Hall has hosted a variety of events such as 

exhibits, dances, weddings, concerts and retreats. Superb north 

lighting, high ceilings, suspended hardwood floors and ample wall 

space make this studio an enchanting space. 

Art Library: A cozy loft which includes a growing reference library 

plus a photography work station to document your artwork. 

Retreat to the North Shore of Lake Superior 

to rejuvenate the soul & focus on your art. 

Access 

Studio 

Studio Access is available to Grand Marais Art Colony Members 

Glass, Print & Clay Studio Rental: Daily $15 - Weekly $40 - Monthly $75 

Historic Founders Hall: $12.50 per hour - Full Day $125 

Y e a r - r o u n d p r o f e s s i o n a l w o r k i n g s t u d i o s 

Studio Building: The Studio Building opened in 2005, providing the Art Colony with much needed space to provide services to 

artists and expand our art education programs. Located adjacent to the Historic Building, it is connected by a deck that features one of the 

best views of Lake Superior and Artist’s Point. This building includes a clay studio, glass studio, eco-friendly print studio, multi-purpose 

room and the CC Graham private visual arts studios. 

Multi-Purpose Gallery: A 

versatile room, this space is used for a 

variety of classes as well as a small gallery. 

Accepting proposals for artists seeking 

mini-gallery shows. Contact events@ 

grandmaraisartcolony.org for more 

information. 

Clay Studio: Ground level studio. 

• Wheels: 6 electric Brent C, 1 Lockerbie kick 

• Kilns: 3 Skut electric, 1 wood-fire raku 

• North Star Slab Roller 

• Extruder 

• Peter Pugger pugmill 

• Glazing station 

• An assortment of tools 

Print Studio: One of the only eco-friendly print studios in the Midwest, this 

studio has incredible natural light & views of the harbor. 

• Takach 40”x72” etching press • UV light box 

• Vandercook Number 4 proof press • Paper drying rack, cutter & soaking trays 

• copper etching facility 

• An assortment of brayers & tools 

Glass Studio: This studio is set up for warm and cold glass as well as mosaics. 

• Kilns: one 24” X 42” Genesis kiln, one 23” X 23” Olympic, four 7” X 7” Caldera 

• Durable cement counters 

• Two grinders 

(218) 387-2737 arts@boreal.org 

• One Taurus 3 ring saw 

• well-ventilated space with great natural light 

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Grand Marais Art Colony Classes 2012 

Visual Arts 

Life Drawing 

Jan. 25 – April 4 

Does Paint Freeze? Basic Winter 

Landscape Painting 

Neil Sherman : Jan. 31 – Feb. 1 

Landscapes in Oil 

Neil Sherman : Feb. 14 – March 13 

Still Life in Pastel 

Lisa Stauffer : March 10 – 11 & 12 

Still Life in Oil 

Neil Sherman : April 3 – 24 

Life Drawing 

April 25 – June 13 

The Shape of Shadows 

Sue Robinson : April 30 – May 9 

Oil Landscapes 

Neil Sherman : May 4 – 6 

Creative Genius: 

Mixed Watermedia & Collage 

Jeanne Larson : May 26 – 27 

Soft Pastel Painting 

Laurie Toth : June 1 – 3 

Quick Paint: The 45-Minute 

Outdoor Sketch 

Todd Voss : June 9 – 10 

Acrylics 101 

Liz Sivertson : June 16 – 17 

Geometry of Art & Design 

Tom Westbrook : June 16 -17 

A Still Life a Day 

Sally Nystrom : June 18 – 22 

Wildlife Study in Oil 

Stephen Krasemann : June 23 – 24 

Intro to Alkyd Painting 

Sandi Pillsbury Gredzens : June 25 – 27 

Abstract Drawing & Painting 

Jon Neuse : June 30 – July 1 

Encaustic Painting & Collage 

Jeff Hirst : July 6 – 8 

Capturing the Light with Watercolor 

Jeanne Larson : July 6 – 8 

Pastel Plein Air Painting 

Lisa Stauffer : July 9 – 13 

Camera Elements 

Linda Gammell : July 13 – 15 

Intro to Oils 

Todd Voss : July 14 – 15 

Acrylics, Inkjets & Collage 

Bonnie Cutts : July 18 – 20 

Drawing Basics 

Jayne Richards : July 19 – 20 

Gels & Grounds Galore 

Bonnie Cutts : July 21 – 22 

Mentored I 

Hazel Belvo : July 23 – 27 

Intro to Outdoor Oil Painting 

Neil Sherman : July 28 – 29 

Mentored II 

Hazel Belvo : July 30 – Aug. 3 

Guided Studio Time 

Todd Voss : Aug. 10 – 12 

Sumi-e: Painting from the Heart 

Susan Frame : Aug. 20 – 24 

Create Soft Pastel Sticks 

Laurie Toth : Aug. 25 - 26 

Personal Art Critique & Discussion 

Mary Pettis : Aug. 27 

Creative Breakthrough: Bring the Art 

Spirit into Your Work 

Mary Pettis : Aug. 28 – 31 

Studio Immersion 

Hazel Belvo : Sept. 4 – 12 

Photograph the Fall Landscape 

Linda Gammell : Sept. 22 – 23 

Advanced Encaustic 

Jeff Hirst : Sept. 28 – 30 

Fall Colors in Oil 

Neil Sherman : Sept. 29 – 30 & Oct. 1 

Aged to Perfection: Elders & Art-Making 

Peggy Thompson : Oct. 4 – 5 

The Beauty of Pencil & Brush 

David Hahn : Oct. 6 – 7 

Open Visual Arts Studio 

Oct. 16 – Dec. 18 

Life Drawing 

Oct. 10 – Dec. 12 

Autumn in Pastel 

Lisa Stauffer : Oct. 13 – 14 & 15 

Fiber Arts 

Transforming Fiber into Art 

Carolyn Halliday : Feb. 15 – 16 

Sculpting with Wasp Paper 

Kathleen Baleja : Feb. 17 

Origami I 

Kathleen Sheridan : Feb. 18 

Northwoods in Stitches 

Julie Crabtree : Feb. 18 – 19 

Silk Painting Scarves 

Karen Rognsvoog : Feb. 18 – 19 

Origami II 

Kathleen Sheridan : Feb. 19 

Felting as Artistic Expression 

Linda Bauer : June 4 – 25 

Bead-scapes: Land, Sea or Sky 

Jo Wood : July 20 – 22 

Japanese Shibori: Wearable Art 

Karen Rognsvoog : Sept. 1 – 2 

Felted Ornaments 

Linda Bauer : Nov. 10 

Mosaic & Sculpture 

Mosaic Art 

Tod Sylvester : April 3 – 24 

Animal Sculpture 

Judd Nelson : July 28 – 29 

North Shore Pebble Mosaic 

Laura Stone : Aug. 18 – 19 

Figurative Sculpture 

Judd Nelson : Aug. 25 – 26 


Tod Sylvester : Oct. 11 – Nov. 1 

Glass 

I Heart Glass 

Nancy Seaton : Feb. 11 

Kiln-carving Fused Glass 

Sharon Frykman : Feb. 18 – 19 

Intro to Glass Fusing 

Sharon Frykman : March 29 – April 19 

Open Glass Studio 

Sharon Frykman : April 26 – May 3 

Torch-working Glass 

Dan Neff : May 26 – 27 

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Fused Glass Jewelry 

Peachie Schmid : June 16 – 17 

Glass Beads 

Gretchen Lisdahl : June 23 – 24 

Fused Glass Tiles 

Sharon Frykman : July 13 – 15 

Slumping & Sagging Glass 

Sharon Frykman : Aug. 10 – 12 

Stained Glass Panel 

Peachie Schmid : Sept. 8 – 9 

Glass Holiday Ornaments 

Sharon Frykman & Nancy Seaton : Nov. 17 

Ceramics 

Beginning Clay 

Joan Farnam : Feb. 9 – March 29 

Wheel You Be Mine? 

Joan Farnam : Feb. 14 

Pots for Painting 

Joan Farnam : March 5 – April 9 

Intermediate Clay 

Ann Ward : April 17 – May 22 

Clay Garden Art 

Joan Farnam : May 3 – 24 

Play with Clay 

Joan Farnam : May 31 – June 28 

Wood-Fire Raku 

Dorian Beaulieu : July 20 – 22 

Japanese Clay Techniques 

JD Jorgenson : July 28 – 29 

Adventures in Wheel-throwing 

Dorian Beaulieu : Aug. 6 – 10 

Majolica Tile: Explore the World of Color 

Karin Kraemer : Aug. 18 – 19 

Ceramic Teapots 

JD Jorgenson : Aug. 25 – 26 

Make-a-Bowl for Empty Bowls 

Sept. 30 – Oct. 22 

Paint-a-Bowl for Empty Bowls 

Oct. 27 

Beyond Centering: Intermediate Pottery 

Melissa Wickwire : Oct. 29 – Dec. 17 

Pots for Presents 

Joan Farnam : Oct. 30 – Dec. 18 

Printmaking 

Community Ink Day: 

Print Your Valentines 

Feb. 4 

Printmaking Sampler 

Kelly Dupre & Jerry Riach : 

Feb. 20 – March 19 

Open Print Studio 

Kelly Dupre & Jerry Riach : 

March 29 – June 28 

Lithographic Prints Made Easy 

Matt Kania : June 22 – 24 

Pop-up Field Guide to Wildflowers 

Shawn Sheehy : June 29 – July 1 

Monotype Prints 

Jon Neuse : July 2 – 3 

The Great American Poster 

Jim Horton : July 6 – 8, 2012 

Block Printing: Start to Finish 

Kelly Dupre : July 21 – 22 & 23 

Intro to Intaglio Printing 

Jerry Riach : July 28 – 29 

Collagraph Printmaking 

Erik Waterkotte : Aug. 11 – 12 

Mentorship in Printmaking 

James Burke : Aug. 13 – 17 

Katazome: Japanese Stencil Dye 

Kit Eastman : Aug. 18 – 19 

Wood Engraving 

Joanne Price : Aug. 18 – 19 

Totems, Temples & Talismans: Transfer 

Dye Collage 

Kimber Olson : Sept. 29 – 30 

Holiday Cards 

Kelly Dupre : Nov. 10 – 11 

Life Drawing 

Life Drawing provides 

a venue to practice the 

fundamentals of art. It 

increases drawing skills, 

enhances design and 

strengthens hand-eye 

coordination. These sessions are open to artists of 

all mediums, 18 and older unless accompanied by/ 

permission from a parent or guardian. The first 

part is suited to quick gesture drawings and the 


Grand Marais Art Colony Classes 2012 

Skill Building & Writing 

Festival Booth 101 

Michael Tonder : Feb. 25 

Digital Portfolio Pictures 

Tom Christiansen : March 1 

Artist-to-Entrepreneur 

Joyce Yamamoto : May 1 – June 5 

Writing Our Stories 

Mary Ellen Ashcroft : May 17 – June 14 

Color Theory 

Jon Neuse : June 28 – 29 

Fundamentals of Design 

Jayne Richards : July 18 

The Art of Personal Writing 

Peter Blau : Aug. 18 – 19 

Rules of Perspective 

Tom Westbrook : Aug. 25 – 26 

Mat Your Art 

Neil Sherman : Oct. 11 

Youth (page 17) 

Pencil Drawing for Kids 

David Hahn : Feb. 28 – March 20 

Young Adult Clay 

Melissa Wickwire : March 2 – 23 

Youth Masterpieces 

Sandi Pillsbury Gredzens : June 11 – 13 

Youth Summer Art 

Rotating Local Artists : July 27 – Aug. 17 

Youth Studio Art 

Jo Ann Krause & Kelly Dupre : Aug. 13 – 15 

Young Adult Drawing 

David Hahn : Sept. 25 – Oct. 16 

Youth Clay 

Melissa Wickwire : Sept. 28 – Oct. 19 

second is focused on longer, extended poses. No 

instruction included. 

Wednesday evenings from 6:30-9pm 

Session I: Jan. 25 – April 4 : 10 Wednesdays 

Pre-register: $100 / Drop-in Fee per session: $12 

Session II: April 25 – June 13 : 8 Wednesdays 


Session III: Oct. 10– Dec. 12 : 10 Wednesdays 


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January - February 

Does Paint Freeze? 

Basic Winter Landscape Painting 

Neil Sherman 

January 31–February 1: 2 days 

Tuition: $150 

Painting outdoors is a time-honored tradition 

for capturing the subtle beauty of nature. Winter 

offers the painter a different type of beauty from 

bright whites and cool blues to raking shadows. This class, for the beginner 

to experienced painter, will focus on how to create an outdoor painting by 

simplifying the landscape to its basic elements: atmospheric progression of 

sunlight and shadow. Students will be introduced to the aspects of winter plein air 

painting through the use of color, value, shape, composition and drawing. 

This class is part of the Winter Plein Air Festival held at YMCA Camp Menogyn. 

Lodging and food is not covered in the tuition but can be arranged with the Art 

Colony ($35/night including meals). 

Community Ink Day 

Print Your Valentines 

February 4: 1– 4pm 

Drop-in fee: $5 

Join us for this all-ages event to make and take 

home handmade printed valentines. It’s an 

afternoon of hands-on creative fun. Experience the Art Colony’s eco-friendly, 

professional Print Studio with coaching and assistance from experienced 

printmakers. All supplies are provided for you to make your own unique 

monoprints and relief stamps. 

Beginning Clay 

Joan Farnam 

February 9–March 29: 8 Thursdays: 6–8pm 

Tuition: $150 / Supply Fee: $30 

Students with some previous clay experience and 

beginners alike will enjoy this class, which explores all 

things stoneware. Learn how to make bowls, mugs, jars 

and more in this eight-week class focused on wheelthrowing. 

Explore various glazing techniques and elements of functional pottery. 

This class includes 24-hour access to the clay studio during the session. 

I Heart Glass 

Nancy Seaton 

February 11: 1 day 


Warm your heart with the vibrant colors of glass as 

your creativity leaps in honor of Valentine’s Day. 

Spend a cozy winter day experimenting with glass 

and color. You’ll learn basic glass cutting and glass 

behavior as we explore kiln-carving and full-fuse 

techniques to create beautiful items for you, your home or special valentine. 

Optional kiln opening on Sunday, February 12 at 9:00am or your items can be 

mailed. 

Wheel You Be Mine? 

Joan Farnam 

February 14: 5:30–7pm 

Tuition: $12 

Spend Valentine’s Day enjoying wine and chocolates 

while making heart-shaped bowls. Participants will 

create both a wheel-thrown and hand-built ceramic 

bowl covered in colorful glazes. No experience 

necessary, a great activity for couples and singles alike 

who want to celebrate this holiday in an artful way. 

Northern Fibers Retreat : February 15-19 

Co-hosted with the North House Folk School and the Northwoods Fiber Guild 

Sculpting with Wasp Paper 

Kathleen Baleja 



Kiln-carved Fused Glass 


February 18-19: 1.5 days 

Day 1: 9am-4pm, Day 2: 9am-noon 


This is a fun introduction to glass fusing. Simply cut fiber paper shapes with 

scissors & x-acto blades and stack them in the kiln. Then melt your glass 

over these images to achieve beautiful, intricate designs with very little glass 

cutting required. This is a great class for beginners and advanced students. 

Origami I 

Kathleen Sheridan 


Tuition: $95 

Supply Fee: $44 

Learn the Japanese 

art of paper folding. 

The tradition started in the 17 th 

century and has become a modern 

art form. In this class, you will learn 

to transform paper into a finished 

piece of art – decoration, geometrical 

shape, useful item, animal – the list is 

unending! 

Landscapes in Oil 

Neil Sherman 

February 14–March 13: 

5 Tuesdays: 6–8:30pm 

Tuition: $115 

Transforming Fiber into Art 

Carolyn Halliday 

February 15–16: 2 days 


Have you achieved a certain level of technical success 

in your textile work but are itching to communicate 

more, or further challenge your viewer? In this class, 

we will leap from tradition into contemporary art as 

students develop the ability to analyze their fiber 

work beyond the confines of technique. We will 

examine contemporary fiber artists, and students will complete an artist 

statement as a baseline for developing work. This class is individually driven, 

with studio time, private tutorials and mentoring. 

Experience the joy of creating art with organic 

materials. In this class, students will create a small 

sculpture using wasp nest paper and papier maché 

techniques. Small pottery bowls, saki glasses, or 

tennis balls will be used as a base form for the sculpture, which students 

will then embed with materials such as fiber, feathers, twigs, etc. Once the 

work is dry, further embellishments will be added, including thread, beads or 

organic materials. 

Origami II 

Kathleen Sheridan 


Tuition: $95 

Supply Fee: $44 

Build on previous 

knowledge of origami. 

Students create complex models and 

learn more about the art of paper 

folding. Students must have previous 

experience with origami or have 

taken Origami I. 

Painting in the studio is an important 

extension to outdoor painting. This oil 

painting class will focus on how to start a studio painting by simplifying the 

landscape to its basic elements: atmospheric progression of sunlight and shadow. 

Emphasis will be placed on translating the elements of painting such as drawing, 

color, value, shape and composition from a small reference source to a large-scale 

format. Students are welcome to work from photographic references. 


Celebrate the Art and Craft of Fiber in the heart of cozy winter. This 

5-day retreat features a variety of classes, Lunch & Learn lectures and a 

community dance, all while celebrating with other fiber enthusiasts. 

Silk Painting Scarves 

Karen Rognsvoog 

Feb. 18-19: 2 days 


Painting on silk is a centuries-old art form 

originating in Asia. Students will use natural plant 

dyes to color the background of the silk scarves for their painting projects. 

Students will then use a Japanese Sumi-e brush to apply colors and designs. 

Other techniques include direct painting on silk with fabric paints, how to 

use a resist to prevent the paint from spreading, color mixing, composition 

and using silk salt for special effects. Students will bring home three unique 

silk scarves. 

Northwoods in Stitches 

Julie Crabtree 

February 18-19: 2 days 


Create a piece of textured stitchery inspired by 

the northwoods to decorate the front of a journal 

or sketchbook. Students will use dissolvable 

stabilizer, snippets of fabrics, hand stitching and 

free motion machine stitching to create textured trees, foliage, birch trees, 

ferns, etc. Once completed, we will add beads and attach the piece to the 

front of a journal. 

Festival Booth 101 

Michael Tonder 


Tuition: $75 

Interested in participating in the Grand Marais 

Arts Festival or another art fair? This class 

will teach you the ins and outs of presenting 

your work in an outdoor venue from a veteran 

festival artist. Students will set up a few different canopy options and discuss the 

strengths and weakness of each. To determine the best presentation styles, we will 

set up an art fair booth and consider variations to accommodate each participant’s 

work. Discussion will also include customer interaction and art fair vehicles. 

Digital Portfolio Pictures 

Tom Christiansen 

March 1: 5-8pm 

Tuition: $10 

February - March 

Learn simple methods for digitally photographing 

your artwork to create a professional portfolio. This 

class will help you use a simple digital camera, natural 

light/hardware store lamps and sheets to take quality 

pictures of your work. We will cover methods for sizing 

your images for the web. This class is for all emerging 

artists, especially those interested in applying for the 

Grand Marais Arts Festival. The Art Colony has lights and photo booth available for 

independent use after this class. 

Friday Feb. 17 | Noon | $12/person 

Lunch & Learn with Karen Lohn 

Peace Fibres: Stitching a Soulful 

World with Karen Lohn 

Fibre artists, dabblers & workers 

recognize that fibres offer an 

amazing web of connection… to 

self, others, and the larger world. 

In fact, fibre work also offers the 

intersection of the good (spirituality), 

the true (science), and the beautiful 

(art). Psychologist and author Karen 

Lohn of Grand Marais will share 

stories, slides, and inspiration from 

her book of the same title. 

Friday, Feb. 17 @ 7pm 

Show & Share 

organized by the 

Northwoods Fiber Guild 

@ the Art Colony 

Saturday, Feb. 18 @7pm 

Community Dance 

sponsored by the North 

Shore Music Association 

@ North House 

Saturday Feb. 18 | Noon | $12/person 

Lunch & Learn with Nancy Daley 

What Can You Make Paper Out Of? 

with Nancy Daley 

The question should really be: What 

can you NOT make paper out of, 

since paper can be made of almost 

any fiber. What you want to use the 

paper for will determine what you 

use to make it. Participants will be 

able to see, smell, and handle papers 

made out of many different fibers, and 

watch a simple demo you can do in 

your kitchen. 

For a list of Fiber 

Retreat classes at 

North House: 

northhouse.org 

Pots for Painting 

Joan Farnam 

March 5-April 9: 6 Mondays: 6-8pm 


Introduction to Glass Fusing 


March 29-April 19: 4 Thursdays: 6-8:30pm 


During this four-week class, students will complete 

a small project each evening, touching on a range of 

fusing possibilities. Students will learn the basics of 

cutting glass and firing a kiln while experimenting with 

glass frit and sheet glass to create both 2-D and 3-D glass pieces. 

Explore the colorful world of majolica glazes in 

this six-week class. Students will make a variety of 

earthenware pots, bowls and tiles and then paint them 

with the colors of the rainbow. Perfect for beginner and 

intermediate potters who want to make beautiful pots 

and love color and design. This class includes 24-hour 

access to the clay studio during the session. 

Printmaking Sampler 

Kelly Dupre & Jerry Riach 

February 20-March 19: 5 Mondays: 6-8:30pm 


Curious about making prints but not ready to commit 

to a certain type of printmaking? Just want to 

experiment? Our sampler class is for you. Here you get 

to test the features of both intaglio and relief printing in 

a fun, explorative setting. You’ll get a feel for two of the 

types of printmaking and be able to take home your own prints made with these 

techniques. It could be the beginning of something grand. 


Still Life in Pastel 

Lisa Stauffer 

March 10-11 & 12 (optional): 2 or 3 days 

Tuition: $150 : $225 / Supply Fee: Varies 

This class focuses on still life painting in the 

versatile medium of soft pastel as we explore 

pastel brands, papers and techniques. Topics 

covered include painting fundamentals, choosing your subject, and design and 

compositional considerations. We will paint still life indoors and learn how 

these lessons apply to all subject matter. Class time will include demonstrations, 

personal assistance at your easel, group critiques, and fun. A variety of pastels and 

paper will be available for purchase from your instructor. 

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March - April 

Open Print Studio 

Kelly Dupre & Jerry Riach 

March 29-June 28: 

Last Thursday of the Month: 6-8:30pm 

Pre-register: $8/session 

Drop-in: $12/session 

Supply Fee: Varies 

Do you have unfinished blocks or copper plates 

collecting dust? Or perhaps you have an idea you want 

to try but need a refresher on how to use the press. 

If you have some experience making relief or intaglio prints but need a little 

helping hand, this open studio is for you. Kelly Dupre (relief) and Jerry Riach 

(intaglio) will be in the studio ready to help you complete your project or move 

on to the next step. 

Still Life in Oil 

Neil Sherman 

April 3-24: 4 Tuesdays: 6-8:30pm 

Tuition: $95 

We all have objects in our lives that have meaning. 

This four-week class will provide the student with 

a step-by-step method to capture those objects on 

canvas with a focus on oil painting. Steps include arranging objects, drawing out 

the objects, painting in shadows and color and refinement of the painting. 

Artist-in-Residence with Hazel Belvo 

Artist-in- 

Residence 

April 9-22 

Join us in a spring adventure with Hazel Belvo as she undertakes a major body 

of large-scale work at the Art Colony. She will open the studio and her heart, 

intellect, and creative process to the community through public lectures and 

daily open houses. 

:::: “Dispelling the Mystery & Building Community” :::: 

Three community presentations on the creative process 

April 9: The Language: Visual Content & Meaning. An introduction of the 

formal visual language as a separate and strong language with a structure and 

vocabulary of its own and a demonstration of how that language is used in 

creating a composition. A discussion of the ideas around this body of work. 

What does it mean? 

April 16: The Process: Techniques. A discussion and demonstration of the 

beginning drawing, underpainting, mixing the palette, application of paint and 

the struggles and joys of working in a large scale. Why does she do it? 

April 20: The Critique: Community Response. Based on the language, 

techniques and the content that she has presented and on the opportunity to 

have seen the process unfold, Hazel will ask the audience to participate in a 

discussion of the outcome. How do you talk about art? 

Community Conversations: April 9 • April 16 • April 20 @ 7pm 

Daily Open House from 5-6:30pm 


Tod Sylvester 

April 3-24: 4 Tuesdays: 6-8pm 


Learn the basics of creating your own mosaic in this introductory four-week class. 

Create a picture, garden rock, deco-mirror, flowerpot or vase – you choose. We 

will discuss everything from your base, glues, grouts, design layout, using a tile 

saw, materials and more. Students will take home one finished mosaic and be 

ready for your own projects. Caution: Sharp Edges! 

Intermediate Clay 

Ann Ward 

April 17-May 22: 6 Tuesdays: 6-8pm 


This class focuses on improving wheel-throwing 

techniques, while also expanding your skill set by 

learning how to make glazes and use the kilns. 

Students will focus on individual projects while receiving instructor input along 

with facilitated group demonstrations and discussions. This class includes 24-hour 


Open Glass Studio 


April 26-May 3: 2 Thursdays: 6-8:30pm 


Drop-in: $15/session 

Supply Fee: Varies 

Do you have design questions or an unfinished stained 

or fused glass project that needs a little help? Need a 

refresher on firing a kiln? These sessions are open to 

address those individual projects and further creative endeavors in both cold and 

warm glass. Bring your own supplies or purchase directly from the instructor. 

The Shape of Shadows 

Sue Robinson 

April 30-May 9: Mondays & Wednesdays: 6-8pm 


Develop your own style of personal expression in 

this drawing class for beginners or those who want to 

begin again. Instructional emphasis will be on shaping 

form with light and shadow and developing dynamic 

compositions utilizing the principles of composition. 

After completing a series of introductory drawing 

exercises that feature a variety of drawing media, students will develop and 

complete a complex drawing with a subject matter of their own choosing. 

Artist-to-Entrepreneur 

Joyce Yamamoto 

May 1-June 5: 6 Tuesdays: 6-9pm 


Turn your artistic passion into profit by creating a viable, income-producing 

business. Using a step-by-step workbook, artists will cover: planning for 

success, marketing, cash flow and business operation. Learn how other artists 

have successfully started and operated their art businesses, network and apply 

fundamental business tools and practices. With this class, you will have the skills 

to write your own business plan. Class schedule includes four weeks of instruction, 

one-on-one meetings with the instructor and independent study/writing time. 

Tuition grants available one month or more in advance of start date. 


Clay Garden Art 

Joan Farnam 

May 3-24: 4 Thursdays: 6-8pm 


Make colorful ceramics for your home & garden 

in this four-week class. We’ll use the potter’s wheel 

as well as hand-building to make pots, containers and garden art. Students will 

explore various glazing techniques. Beginners as well as experienced potters will 

have fun in this spring class, which includes 24-hour access to the clay studio 

during the session. 

Oil Landscapes 

Neil Sherman 

May 4-6: 3 days 

Tuition: $225 

Painting in the studio is an important 

extension to outdoor painting. This oil painting class will focus on how to start 

a studio painting by simplifying the landscape to its basic elements: atmospheric 

progression of sunlight and shadow. Emphasis will be placed on translating the 

elements of painting such as drawing, color, value, shape and composition from a 

small reference source to a large-scale format. Students are welcome to work from 

original reference material and/or photographic references. 

Writing our Stories 

Mary Ellen Ashcroft 

May 17-June 14: 5 Thursdays: 6-8:30pm 


As human beings we depend on stories to understand our lives— to come to terms 

with the past, to make meaning in the present and even to shape a future. As 

we look over our lives, what stories need to be told and retold? Using questions, 

prompts, and brief selections from great nonfiction writers, we will write toward 

understanding. Since most of us draw inspiration from deadlines and an audience, 

we will share our writing within the class. 

Creative Genius: Mixed Watermedia 

& Collage 

Jeanne Larson 

May 26-27: 2 days 

Tuition: $190 / Supply Fee: Varies 

Working from found images, memories and literary 

references, students will learn to combine disparate 

elements into a cohesive work of art. Students will 

receive step-by-step instruction on technique and design, 

handouts and demonstrations to unravel the maze of adhesives, mediums, and 

surfaces for watermedia painting and collage. Experience a fun and experimental 

way of painting that will strengthen your understanding of working on a multilayered 

surface. 

Torch-working Glass 

Dan Neff 

May 26-27: 2 days 


Torch-working is a form of glassblowing utilizing a 

torch to melt the glass. This class will focus on this 

technique and borosilicate glass, which has a higher 

melting point than other art glass. Students will 

learn a brief history of torch-working, safety issues, tool and equipment use, as 

well as beginner techniques that will allow the student to leave the class with 

multiple small projects such as pendants, icicles and marbles. Highly detailed 

demonstrations and explanations will be given as well as individual attention to 

troubleshooting. 

Play with Clay 

Joan Farnam 

May 31-June 28: 5 Thursdays: 6-8pm 


Have you always wanted to learn to work with clay or 

throw on a pottery wheel? Here’s your chance in this 

five-week basic class with local potter Joan Farnam. 

Class will cover hand-building and wheel-throwing 

techniques while making cool stuff for your garden, 

home, friends and family. Students will be working with 

stoneware clay and beautiful Cone 6 glazes. This class 

includes 24-hour access to the clay studio during the session. 

Felting as Artistic Expression 

Linda Bauer 

June 4-25: 4 Mondays: 6-8:30pm 


Soft Pastel Painting 

Laurie Toth 

June 1-3: 3 days 


May - June 

If you have always wanted to try soft pastels, this threeday 

class is for you. Discover how a colorful support can 

add depth and vibrancy to your soft pastel paintings. 

Use of color values, texture, and how to build layers 

will be taught. Each student will work on projects 

of their own choice with individual attention, class 

demonstrations and discussion. Students of all levels 

will gain new techniques from this class. 

Take the craft of felting into the realm of artistic 

expression. Students will create two pieces: an 

exploratory flat piece to learn the basics of wet 

and dry felting and a 3-D vessel. Natural fiber rovings and basic graphic principles 

will be the foundation of your work, to which you will add pictorial design via 

thread, roving, beads, buttons and other embellishments. Students will walk away 

empowered to create their own designs using this flexible and versatile medium. 

Coming in June: Exhibit, Workshop, Gallery Talk & Documentary 

“Minnesota Potters: Sharing the Fire” 

Traveling exhibit coming to the Art Colony in June. 

“Sharing the Fire” will provide a view into the lives and work of four pairs 

of artists whose unique relationships celebrate some of the many ways that 

knowledge, experience and spirit are passed from person to person in this field. 

The Exhibition. Minnesota Potters: Sharing the Fire, includes works 

by Robert Briscoe, Jason Trebs, Linda Christianson, Jil Franke, Warren 

MacKenzie and Guillermo Cuellar. 

The Documentary. Produced by Kathleen Laughlin, it tracks the amazing 

sphere of these potters' stories with each other - exposing the challenge of 

becoming and subsisting as a practicing potter. 

The Workshop & Gallery Talk. Lead by Robert Briscoe and Jason Trebs 

will be held in conjunction with the exhibition. 

Anoka-Ramsey Community College is a fiscal year 2012 recipient of an Arts Tour Minnesota 

grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is funded, in part, by the arts and 

cultural heritage fund as appropriated by the Minnesota State Legislature with money from the 

Legacy Amendment vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008 


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June 

Quick Paint: The 45-Minute 

Outdoor Sketch 

Todd Voss 


Tuition: $150 

Learn to quickly capture the fleeting effects of 

light, atmosphere and the essentials of any scene. 

Working outdoors we will paint numerous small paintings, with an emphasis 

on simplifying the process and spontaneity. A great way to loosen up your 

brushwork, create fresh and lively pictures, and have fun. Students can work in 

oil or acrylic. 

Geometry of Art & Design 

Tom Westbrook 



Using the tools of the ancient geometers, a compass and straight edge, we will 

learn to construct fundamental 2-D and 3-D geometric figures. Together, we will 

explore the root and golden rectangles, develop proportional systems, explore 

tessellations and tiling, and discover underlying geometry of art, design, music, 

and the universe. 

Fused Glass Jewelry 

Peachie Schmid 



Acrylics 101 

Liz Sivertson 


Tuition: $190 / Supply Fee: $30 (optional) 

This class is an introduction to painting in acrylics that 

presents basic painting techniques, design principles, 

and some rudimentary tricks of illusion to get new 

painters started. No experience is necessary for this fun, 

supportive art experience. Liz will do a short painting 

demonstration each day, and be available to students 

to assist as needed during the rest of the studio time. 

Students can bring their own supplies or have the 

instructor provide them through the Supply Fee. 

Using simple fused glass techniques and the Beetle Bit 

Cutting System, you can easily create beautiful glass 

jewelry. In this class, students will learn the basics of 

glass fusing while creating sparkly dichroic pendants, 

earrings and bracelets. Using the correct glass, running a 

kiln, temperatures and types of fusing will be discussed. 

Advanced techniques will also be demonstrated including creating a jewelry bar, 

using a glass saw and fire polishing reworked pieces. 

A Still Life a Day 

Sally Nystrom 



Explore still life painting through five different artists 

from five periods of history. Music, food and related 

still life items will foster a deeper understanding of the 

theme and enable students to work faster and let go 

of the finished product while embracing the process. 

Work in the media of your choice as you open yourself 

to the depth of still life: sociologically, psychologically 

and historically. “There is nothing still about a still life!” – Cezanne. 

Glass Beads 

Gretchen Lisdahl 



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Learn to make unique glass beads in this 

beginning to intermediate lamp-working 

class. Using a Hot Head torch and Mapp Pro 

gas, students will wind molten glass onto steel mandrels. Class will begin with 

basic glass application, adding multiple colors and shaping techniques. Students 

will progress to making a tiger print bead and using dots to create floral beads. 

Students will also work with the delicate dichroic coating on glass to add extra 

sparkle, making beads that shine. 

Wildlife Study in Oil 

Stephen Krasemann 


Tuition: $150 

Painting wildlife presents specific challenges 

to ensure the animal is the focal point of the 

painting. This class will focus on a mammal or bird of the northern forest as we 

learn the aspects of painting wildlife. Students will study the characteristics that 

make this particular wildlife species look as it does. Emphasis will be placed on 

anatomy, coloration and distinct features such as faces and legs. Students will start 

with a one-color value study and then create a full-color painting. 

Introduction to Alkyd Painting 




Lithographic Prints Made Easy 

Matt Kania 

June 22-24: 2.5 days 

Day 1: 6-9pm, Day 2 & 3: 9am-4pm 


Make prints like Picasso, Matisse, Frankenthaler 

or Diebenkorn. Polyester plates are inexpensive, 

easy to use, portable, and require no chemical processing. Create simple (onecolor) 

or complex (multi-color) lithographs with the versatility of polyester plates. 

Learn lithographic drawing techniques, electronic imaging, inking procedures, 

multi-color registration, and how to pull a lithograph on an etching press. 

An easy-to-learn and versatile printing process, it is suitable for both seasoned 

printmakers and beginners alike. 

Have you ever wanted to paint with oils, but didn’t 

want the expense? Or you found the drying time to be 

a barrier? If so, this class is for you. Alkyd paint has all 

the richness and creaminess of oils, but is less costly 

and dries more quickly. Together, we will explore these 

incredible paints, color mixing, composition and the 

language of the elements and principles of art. 

Color Theory 

Jon Neuse 



Knowledge of color theory can unlock the door to new potential. In this class, 

students will learn the history of color theory and examine the use of color by 

20th-century and contemporary artists before delving into the emotional and 

manipulative impact of colors. Students will develop color “recipes,” learn how to 

properly use a color wheel and see how different colors impact the “feeling” of an 

image. This class will be useful for artists of any media.

June-July 

Pop-up Field Guide to 

Wildflowers 

Shawn Sheehy 

June 29-July 1: 3 days 


Create a pop-up book featuring North 

American wildflowers. In this three-day 

class, you will learn the fundamental 

structures, techniques and materials of 

pop-up engineering while building 10-12 exquisite flower forms. You can bind 

the structures together to create a book or keep them separate for gifting to 

family and friends. Either way, you will have the knowledge and skills to begin 

creating your own cards at home. No experience necessary, patience is a must. 

Capturing the Light with Watercolor 

Jeanne Larson 

July 6-8: 3 days 

Tuition: $285 

Watercolor is unique in its ability to capture light in 

luminous flowing washes. This class focuses on color 

and creating the illusion of light. Students will learn 

techniques to paint everything from sunlit summer 

landscapes to moody fog-filled village scenes. Create 

gems of transparent color surrounded with the more 

opaque but equally important earth colors. Emphasis on understanding the color 

wheel, basic color theory and mixing colors effectively will give more depth and 

drama to your paintings. For advanced beginners to intermediate students. 

Monotype Prints 

Jon Neuse 



Abstract Drawing & Painting 

Jon Neuse 

June 30-July 1: 2 days 


Students will develop abstract paintings by taking 

their first drawings of the class and moving those 

images toward greater and greater abstractions in 

subsequent paintings. You will begin with India ink drawings then move into the 

media of your choice. Besides learning how to create an abstract image, we will 

also look at the career development of famous artists as they moved from realism 

to abstraction. 

Students will print images using the monotype technique, 

combining painting and printing processes. A monotype 

is a single, unique print taken from an inked design on a 

sheet of Plexiglas. Students will learn basic intaglio press 

management skills, how to use various inks in multiple 

layers, and additive and subtractive techniques to create 

powerful images. 

The Great American Poster 

Jim Horton 



Get into the spirit of poster printing by creating an 

edition of unique posters by letterpress, using a variety 

of printing mediums. The posters can be fictitious 

with lots of artistic license, or to advertise a real event. 

The printing will be done on a Vandercook printing 

press. Students will use wood and metal hand-set type 

for text and illustrate by wood engraving, linocuts, 

woodcut and airbrush. There will also be some historic stock cuts available to use. 

Pastel Plein Air Painting 

Lisa Stauffer 


Tuition: $375 

Paint outside with pastels in beautiful Grand 

Marais. The basics of outdoor painting will 

be discussed throughout the week, as well as 

topics including choosing your own subject, 

design and composition considerations, importance of accurate drawing, painting 

fundamentals and more as we work together. Instructor demonstrations, personal 

assistance at your easel and group critiques will give us a chance to learn as we 

explore plein air (outdoor) painting in a fun and supportive environment. 

Camera Elements 

Linda Gammell 



Make better photographs by applying classic 

elements to your pictures. Students will use place 

and landscape as our subject to explore light, 

spatial relationships, vantage point, time, and framing through exercises based on 

these visual elements. Class will edit photographs through discussions of strengths 

and weaknesses. Students should end up with 10 or more strong photographs for 

your portfolio or personal use. Please be familiar with your digital camera (either 

digital SLR or point-and-shoot models). 

Fused Glass Tiles 



Day 1: 4-7pm, Day 2: 9am-4pm, Day 3: 9am-noon 


This comprehensive class covers the basics of glass 

fusing. Design with frit (granulated glass) and 

cut stained glass pieces to create and fuse small, colorful tiles. Gain an 

understanding about firing schedules and confidence in small kiln operation. 

Encaustic Painting & Collage 

Jeff Hirst 



Encaustic painting is an ancient medium that 

combines molten beeswax and pigment to 

achieve luminous color and tactile surfaces. 

Students will explore how encaustic painting 

can be used with collage to develop imagery. Possible collage materials include 

photographs, drawings, found papers, organic material, and photo transfers. All 

painting materials are provided. Bring a variety of collage materials. 

Introduction to Oils 

Todd Voss 


Tuition: $150 / Supply Fee: Varies 

This beginner course will give students the 

inspiration, confidence and nuts and bolts to 

make beautiful oil paintings. You will learn 

how to tackle any subject as Todd guides you 

through a simple, step-by-step process. Emphasis will be on landscape. Topics will 

include seeing and mixing color, composition, perspective, brushwork and more! 


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July 

Fundamentals of Design 

Jayne Richards 

July 18: 1 day 


Learn the fundamentals of design. Emphasis will be 

placed on the elements and principles used to create 

dynamic designs and compositions. 3-D projects will be 

used to understand each element and explore the design 

principles. This class can be a precursor to Drawing Basics 

or a stand-alone class. Bring your creativity, design problems and questions. 

Drawing Basics 

Jayne Richards 



Acrylics, Inkjets & Collage 

Bonnie Cutts 



Embark on a creative journey at your comfort level 

as you collage your way through this class. Learn 

innovative ways to create collage elements using photos 

or drawings and an inkjet printer. Manipulate your 

personal images as you push acrylic materials to new 

heights. Practice transfer techniques with step-by-step 

instructions and explore different surfaces to draw and paint on. Learn great 

techniques while having fun applying them. All acrylic materials provided. This 

class can be taken with Gels & Grounds Galore. 

Drawing is the basis for all mediums of art. Working with 

pencil, charcoal and other basic drawing materials, we will 

develop an artistic understanding of line, shape and form. 

Students will walk through the techniques of drawing as 

they learn to interpret their vision on paper, enabling you 

to draw anything. 

Wood-Fire Raku 

Dorian Beaulieu 



Students will learn all facets involved with the woodfire 

raku process. Topics include: glazing, loading, 

firing, unloading and post-firing techniques. Students 

will work together to build a wood-fire raku kiln, a 

process that can be replicated at home. Students are 

encouraged to bring 10-15 small to medium size, cone 

05, bisqued raku vessels to the class. These vessels will 

be glazed and fired during the workshop. Wheel demonstrations and requests will 

be provided as time permits. 

Bead-scapes: Land, Sea or Sky 

Jo Wood 



This is an intermediate level class for people with 

some bead work or appliqué experience and a 

desire to expand their skills in composition, depth 

and texture. Project emphasis is placed on students 

painting a landscape of their choice with beads on felted wool. Additionally, 

students will create multiple small bead renderings to discuss and share with the 

group in a work/study format. Each day will focus on a different textural element, 

technique or pattern creation. 


Gels & Grounds Galore 

Bonnie Cutts 



Gloss or matte sheen, opaque or transparent 

ground, textural or smooth surface; all are 

considerations when working with acrylic grounds 

and gels. Explore a variety of seductive surfaces to paint or draw on with different 

combinations of materials suited to your individual style and imagery. Learn about 

different uses for gels, including making gel skins for collage and printing on. 

Clear explanations of materials used will be presented. Leave with worksheets filled 

with applications of materials for future reference. All acrylic materials provided. 

This class can be taken with Acrylics, Inkjets & Collage. 

Block Printing: Start to Finish 

Kelly Dupre 

July 21-22 & 23 (optional): 2 or 3 days 

Tuition: $150 / $225 / Supply Fee: $30 

Whether you are just beginning, or looking to 

expand your block printing knowledge, this 

class will get you excited about the world of 

Relief Printmaking. Students will walk through the block printing process while 

working on a variety of mini lessons that can be applied at any level of experience. 

Various printing topics and techniques will be covered such as single color prints, 

multi-colored blocks and reduction prints. Students will learn about and use the 

Vandercook printing press. 

Mentored I 

Hazel Belvo 


Tuition: $475 

In this workshop, artists work in the medium of their 

choice under the close mentorship of Hazel Belvo. 

This class is for practicing artists who have produced 

a body of work in a particular medium. Much like a 

“Master Class” setting, students will explore the artist within, elaborating on their 

own personal imagery. There will be group dialogue with specific topics that are 

critical to the artistic process and a final critique. 

Animal Sculpture 

Judd Nelson 



Bring metal to life by welding, 

cutting, melting, forging and 

hammering steel into a wild animal from the North Shore. In this metal-working 

class focused on forged and welded steel, students will make a 16” sculpture. 

Students will learn various techniques to make realistic sculptures that will be ready 

to set on a mantel or desk or even in the garden. Learn the basics of metalwork 

while learning to think and build in 3-D. Bring images of animals of interest. 

Introduction to Intaglio Printing 

Jerry Riach 



Learn the basics of Intaglio printing and open 

the door to a variety of printmaking techniques. 

In this class, we will use drypoint to apply and 

develop an image onto a copper plate and then 

print it using the intaglio process. Students will learn to make and modify a 

drypoint plate, prepare the ink, ink and wipe the plate, prepare the paper, and 

properly use the etching press. This class qualifies students to independently use the 

print studio.

July - August 

Japanese Clay Techniques 

JD Jorgenson 



In this class, students will learn the traditional 

aspects of Japanese pottery. Throwing techniques 

covered will include throwing off the hump, 

coiling and paddling. Students will have an 

opportunity to try the Japanese style Karatsu Kick Wheel as well as practicing 

various decorating techniques such as kohiki, dipped white slip, hakime, brushed 

slip, mishima, carving and slip inlay, sgraffito, iron painting and handles using 

rattan and jute. JD will provide hand-dug clay for students to experience. 

Guided Studio Time 

Todd Voss 

August 10-12: 3 days 

Tuition: $225 

Bring in an unfinished painting or drawing project 

or start a new one, and benefit from Todd’s 21 years 

of experience as a professional artist, to encourage, 

inspire and guide you, one-on-one, through the process. Students will work 

individually, at their own pace, in a creative small group atmosphere. Emphasis 

will be on problem-solving, strengthening fundamental skills, and achieving 

your goals. Each day will include short group discussions covering materials, 

techniques, experiences, etc. 

Introduction to Outdoor 

Oil Painting 

Neil Sherman 


Tuition: $150 

Interested in painting outdoors, but never picked 

up a paint brush? This class is for you, as we 

discuss the basic elements of plein air painting 

such as looking past the leaves, twigs and branches 

to paint a convincing forest, tips on mixing colors, materials and gear. Class will 

also cover artistic lingo like perspective, form, and value. Scenic Grand Marais 

will be the outdoor subject and class structure will include short demonstrations, 

painting time and feedback at your easel. 

Mentored II 

Hazel Belvo 

July 30-August 3: 5 days 

Tuition: $475 

In this workshop, artists work in the 

medium of their choice under the close 

mentorship of Hazel Belvo. This class is 

for practicing artists who have produced a body of work in a particular medium. 

Much like a “Master Class” setting, students will explore the artist within, 

elaborating on their own personal imagery. There will be group dialogue with 

specific topics that are critical to the artistic process and a final critique. 

Adventures in Wheel-throwing 

Dorian Beaulieu 



This exciting class includes beginning to advanced 

wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques using 

stoneware and raku clay with under glazes, slips and 

commercial glazes. Marbleizing technique, mishima, 

sgraffito, texture, dry brush and resist decorative 

methods will be explored. The class will include 

technical demonstrations on clay construction, decorative methods and clay 

stamp-making exercise. Introductory information on kiln loading and firing 

processes will also be discussed. To learn the coil method, students will collaborate 

on a group vessel. 

Slumping & Sagging Glass 


August 10-12: 2.5 days 

Day 1 & 2: 9am-4pm, Day 3: 9am-noon 


Explore slumping techniques in clay molds and 

sagging through a drop ring. Participants will 

have the opportunity to complete two small 3-D 

glass pieces while learning the “how-to’s” of fusing 

and firing a kiln. No experience necessary. 


Collagraph Printmaking 

Erik Waterkotte 



Collagraph is a low-tech, high-fun process that 

involves the creation of a printmaking plate or 

matrix from a variety of complex textures and 

marks. Using pressed cardboard, acrylic gel medium and various other media, 

we will easily create plates that yield complex results when run through a press. 

Students will learn basic collagraph platemaking as well as intaglio and relief 

printing, and multiple-page registration. For the beginner to advanced printmaker. 

Mentorship in Printmaking 

Jim Burke 



Join Louisiana State University professor James 

Burke for this mentorship-styled class focused on 

printmaking. Through the support of your instructor, 

follow your personal muse to a new, exciting place, or 

seek a different creative direction. Students can work in 

their printing technique of choice and the instructor will provide daily, individual 

input along with facilitated group discussion. View the week as an opportunity 

to try new ideas, react to a different point of view or find renewed energy for the 

creative process. 

Katazome: Japanese Stencil Dye 

Kit Eastman 



Explore this centuries-old Japanese surface design 

technique that incorporates elements of both 

printmaking and painting using simple, nontoxic 

materials. Students will design and cut stencils, apply a rice paste resist onto silk 

and cotton, and then paint them with natural pigments. Students will come away 

with a basic understanding of the materials and techniques of this beautiful textile 

tradition. Creations can be incorporated into quilting and/or wearable art projects. 

Wood Engraving 

Joanne Price 



Detailed drawings get a delicate graphic makeover 

with wood engraving’s distinctly intimate and bold 

characteristics. This intensive two-day class will 

familiarize artists with the tools, materials and printing process of wood engraving 

resulting in an editioned print. Students will learn to transform black and white 

images into various textures to express a full range of value. A print exchange at 

the class end will provide a start for your own wood engraving collection. 

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August 

Majolica Tile: Explore the World 

of Color 

Karin Kraemer 



This two-day tile class focuses on Majolica decorating, 

found in historic and contemporary tile and pottery. 

Tile design, history, color theory, and decorative techniques will be explored. 

On the first day, participants will paint with in-glaze stains on raw glazed 

majolica tile. The second day will focus on the technical aspects of tile making. 

We’ll make green tiles decorated with colored slips. Students will go home with 

finished majolica tiles and technical advice about working with clay and recipes. 

The Art of Personal Writing 

Peter Blau 



This class is designed to spark your creative juices and awaken the writer in you. 

It is open to all including beginning writers and those who want to begin again. 

You will be encouraged to explore and expand your writing voice, style, and 

purpose as you examine and discuss the writing process in a variety of forms: 

memoir, fiction, poetry, journaling and letter writing. All you need is a journal, 

your favorite pen and your imagination. 

North Shore Pebble Mosaic 

Laura Stone 



In this class, students will collect colorful pebbles to 

create one to three mosaic pavers, perfect for the yard or 

garden. Students will learn about color sorting, selection 

and application to create vibrant patterns. The drymortar 

method will be used which allows you to see the 

image as you build. Discussion about ancient and contemporary mosaic methods 

will be included and an extensive library will be available for study. Mosaics can 

be picked up the following day. 

Sumi-e: Painting from the Heart 

Susan Frame 


Tuition: $475 

This workshop is designed to have fun with ink, 

watercolor, and rice paper while studying with one 

of America’s leading Sumi-e painters. Class will 

cover traditional and contemporary Sumi-e (Asian ink painting) techniques and 

composition of landscape painting. Emphasis is on “fearless painting from the 

heart” (try new things) while interpreting the spirit and essence of Lake Superior 

and the surrounding woods, rocks, and waters. Some location sketching/painting 

(weather permitting), lots of demonstrations, individual painting time and 

encouragement will structure the class. 

Rules of Perspective 

Tom Westbrook 



A major part of the Renaissance was the understanding of measurable spatial 

relationships and the development of constructed perspective. In this class, we 

will learn how to establish a believable one- or two-point perspective, measure 

depth, orient the viewer and scale objects. Both observed and constructed 

perspective will be covered. 

Ceramic Teapots 

JD Jorgenson 



In this two-day class, students will learn to make 

and assemble clay teapots. Design, throwing, surface 

treatments, attaching lids, spouts and handles will be 

covered. Students will also learn about other materials that can be incorporated 

into a teapot design including rattan and jute. Students will practice each step of 

the process and leave with enough experience and information to make their own 

teapot. Previous clay experience is required. 

Create Soft Pastel Sticks 

Laurie Toth 



Ever reach into your box of pastels 

and not find the exact color you 

want? In this class, students will learn how to make their own soft pastel sticks 

-light lights, dark darks, or subtle grays and browns. With a few tricks and some 

elbow grease, you could increase your range by 100 or more colors and gain a 

greater understanding of color and this wonderful medium. This class is suited for 

beginners to professionals who are excited about expanding their pastel set. 

Figurative Sculpture 

Judd Nelson 



Bring the human form to life by welding, cutting, 

forging and hammering plate steel into a 16” figure 

sculpture. This class will emphasize two techniques – 

metal-working with forged and hammered steel and 

eight head high, a Middle Ages technique to achieve 

proper figure proportions. Finally, students will make 

an armature and forge it into a gesture before wrapping 

the figure in wire to give it mass. 

Personal Art Critique & Discussion 

Mary Pettis 

August 27: 5-8pm 

Art Colony Member Tuition: $20 

Non-member Tuition: $30 

In this special, informal class, instructor Mary Pettis 

will help you obtain a clear vision of your artistic 

goals and offer technical and practical suggestions to help you get there faster. 

Bring up to five paintings for a personal critique and discussion. 

Creative Breakthrough: Bring the 

Art Spirit into Your Work 

Mary Pettis 


Tuition: $395 

Through exercises, lectures, discussions and 

demonstrations, students will learn the path to 

finding their inner creative spirit. Each day we will paint - not to turn out finished 

pieces, but to get a sense of the exercises that will make stronger, more powerful 

paintings in each of six considerations: Line, Shape, Values, Color, Edges and 

Texture. Improve your work at an astonishing rate by understanding what makes a 

Master Painting: having something to say, and knowing how to say it. 


September 

Japanese Shibori: Wearable Art 

Karen Rognsvoog 

September 1-2: 2 days 


Shibori is a Japanese term meaning to bind, wrap, 

fold, twist, stitch or clamp to create a design on 

fabric. Students will learn the techniques used in 

Shibori designs to create subtle and intriguing patterns by manipulating the 

fabric, allowing dye to only partially penetrate the tightly compressed cloth. 

Natural plant dyes will be used and the supplied scarves will be silk and 100% 

cotton. The process can never be fully controlled, creating surprising works of art. 

Studio Immersion 

Hazel Belvo 


Tuition: $655 

This workshop is designed to provide artists special attention with Hazel Belvo for 

an intense week of independent studio time in a Master Class setting. This is an 

advanced class for artists who are practiced and skilled in the formal language of 

art. The application process requires review of a portfolio and a conversation with 

Hazel Belvo to determine if this class is appropriate for your needs. 

Stained Glass Panel 

Peachie Schmid 



Learn the copper foil method of stained glass while 

crafting a beautiful panel using bevels and art 

glass. Topics will include recognizing quality when 

selecting art glass as well as many valuable tips and tricks to make your stained 

glass experience fun and successful. Students will leave with valuable knowledge 

and a beautiful stained glass panel to hang in your home. 

Advanced Encaustic 

Jeff Hirst 



Photograph the 

Fall Landscape 

Linda Gammell 



With autumnal light and color 

as inspiration, learn to make better photographs by using the classic visual 

elements of photography. Place and the landscape will be our subject matter 

while exploring light, vantage point, spatial relationships, basic color theory, 

and framing. Participants will complete a series of exercises to strengthen visual 

awareness which will be edited and discussed as a class. Leave with 10 strong 

photographs. Please be familiar with operating your digital camera (either SLR or 

point-and-shoot models). 

This class is designed for those who have 

worked with hot wax and want to take 

their work to the next level. Focus will be on each student’s artistic vision and 

determining the best encaustic approaches and techniques to achieve that vision. 

Each student will work on two to three larger pieces that push the medium and 

arrive at completed work. Ongoing critiques, both formal and informal, will take 

place to benefit each student and the class as a whole. 

Totems, Temples & Talismans: 

Transfer Dye Collage 

Kimber Olson 



Create a fiber art hanging using your own personal 

printed collage imagery while learning about 

transfer dyes. Begin by making a series of quick 

improvisational drawings to generate imagery and 

symbolism that will inspire your collage ideas. Small collages are constructed from 

preprinted transfer dye papers and then sublimated to synthetic fibers using a heat 

press. Once printed, students will arrange the collages into compositions, which 

will be handstitched, wired and/or fused into a completed wall hanging. 

Fall Colors in Oil 

Neil Sherman 

September 29-30 & October 1 (optional): 2 or 3 days 

Tuition: $150/$225 

Fall on the North Shore is arguably the most 

spectacular season of the year, especially for outdoor 

painters. Autumn colors extend for miles and they 

can become overwhelming for the artist attempting to capture the fleeting scene. 

This class for the beginner to experienced painter will focus on simplifying the 

landscape to its basic elements: atmospheric progression of sunlight and shadow. 

Particular emphasis will be placed on organizing the reds, yellows and oranges of 

fall into an arrangement that has depth and impact. 

Empty Bowls 

Twelve percent of Cook County residents are hungry every month. 

Therefore, each year the Art Colony organizes the Empty Bowls 

Dinner, a community art fund-raiser for the local food shelf. 

Make-a-Bowl for Empty Bowls 

September 30–October 22 

Every Sunday: 2pm 

Every Monday: 7pm 

Pre-register per session: $5 

Help us make bowls to donate 

to this event. Participants will 

learn to make two different 

kinds of bowls: a hand-built 

and a wheel-thrown. Make-a- 

Bowl is open to all levels and ages. Get muddy, learn 

new skills and have fun - all for a good cause. Register 

early as space is limited. 

Paint-a-Bowl for Empty Bowls 

October 27: 10am-2pm 

Drop-in Fee: $5 

Paint colorful glazes onto pre-made bowls to donate 

to the event. Paint-a-Bowl is open to all levels and 

ages. A fun family experience that benefits a good 

cause. No registration necessary. 

Empty Bowls Dinner & Silent Auction: 

Thursday, November 8 


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October - November 

Aged to Perfection: Elders & Art Making 

Peggy Thompson 

October 4-5: 2 half days: 9am-noon 


This class is based partly on research that proves the older one gets, the more 

creative they become. People in their 70s, 80s and 90s are discovering new gifts 

like painting, woodcarving or writing poetry. This class will focus on watercolor to 

explore the process of creativity within each individual student while experiencing 

the act of creativity as life-giving and rejuvenating. Students will create three 

paintings over the two-day class that draws on a lifetime of rich experiences. 

The Beauty of Pencil & Brush 

David Hahn 

October 6-7: 2 days 

Tuition: $150 

There is nothing more basic and beautiful than 

working with the pencil and brush. In this class, 

we will examine these two instruments and 

their proper use as we apply them to watercolor still life and landscape painting. 

Emphasis will be made on layout and drawing with pencil before applying the 

brush. David will lead step by step as student and instructor draw and paint 

together. There will also be plenty of time to work individually. 

Open Visual Arts Studio 

October 16-December 18: 10 Tuesdays: 6-9pm 


Drop-in Fee: $10/session 

The best time to work is when you don’t feel 

like working! Sometimes working is easier 

when you’ve got someone to do it with. Think 

of this open studio as if you were meeting a 

friend on the Croftville Road for a walk or run. The goal is to commit to an 

evening of art making, amongst the fellowship of other artists, and start the 

project you’ve been putting off or finish the one you started. The Founders 

Hall will be open for artists to come and work. Bring your own materials and 

supplies. At least two people must be pre-registered per session to host Open 

Visual Arts Studio. 

Autumn in Pastel 

Lisa Stauffer 

October 13-14 & 15 (optional): 2 or 3 days 

Tuition: $150/$225 / Supply Fee: Varies 

Autumn on the North Shore is a magical season to 

capture in pastels. We will set up still life items with 

a fall theme, and experience how these studies apply 

to painting all subject matter. Bring photos of fall 

landscape or seasonal harvest with high contrast to 

use for composing a painting. Class time will include painting basics, demos and 

group critiques. A variety of pastels and papers will be available for purchase. 

Beyond Centering: 

Intermediate Pottery 

Melissa Wickwire 

October 29-December 17: 8 Mondays: 6-8pm 


Students comfortable with centering and ready to 

explore the pottery wheel at an intermediate level 

will enjoy this class. Basic forms will be reviewed and 

experimentation with sculptural elements and creative 

surface design will be encouraged. Class time will include 

demonstrations and guided independent work time and a variety of relevant 

artwork will be presented. Bring ideas of specific projects you’d like to create or 

just practice and explore. This class includes 24-hour access to the clay studio 

during the session. 

Handmade for the 

Holidays 

Give your friends and families a gift that they will 

cherrish, one that comes from the heart. 

cutter independently. 

Mat Your Art 

Neil Sherman 

October 11: 6-9pm 



Tod Sylvester 

October 11-November 1: 4 Thursdays: 6-8pm 


This evening workshop will focus on the basics of 

mounting and matting artwork, specifically works 

on paper. Instruction on how to cut mats using the 

mat cutter, as well as specific mounting methods 

will be discussed. Each student should bring an 

image on paper to mat (approximately 8” x 10”). 

This class is a requirement to use the Art Colony mat 

Learn the basics of creating your own mosaic in this 

introductory, four-week class. Create a picture, garden 

rock, deco-mirror, flower pot or vase, you choose. We will 

discuss everything from your base, glues, grouts, design 

layout, using a tile saw, materials and more. Students will 

take home one finished mosaic and be ready for your own 

projects. Caution: Sharp Edges! 

Pots for Presents 

Joan Farnam 

October 30-December 18: 8 Tuesdays: 6-8pm 


This fun eight-week class is perfect for the beginning to 

intermediate potter who wants to make lots of stoneware 

pots for gifts and/or their own shelves. You’ll learn wheel 

and hand-building techniques, as well as explore colorful 

glazes. Kiln loading and firing will also be covered. This 

class is always bundles of fun. This class includes 24-hour 


Felted Ornaments 

Linda Bauer 

November 10: 1-4pm 


Students will create at least one holiday ornament, 

which could also be turned into a pin or necklace 

element, using needle-felting techniques. Natural 

fiber rovings and basic graphic principles will lay 

the foundation for your work. You will learn how to 

embellish your design using beads, buttons, embroidery 

thread or special charms. Students will be given enough 

material and basic tools to be able to make several more ornaments at home. 


Holiday Cards 

Kelly Dupre 

November 10-11: 2 days 


Give your very own handmade greeting cards this 

holiday season. Students will learn how to make 

single and/or multi-colored prints in the form of a 

card. Let your creativity run away as you turn your 

own images into printed masterpieces. All skill 

levels are welcome to join the fun of hand printing 

and using the Vandercook printing press. A variety of ways to use the relief 

printing medium will be explored as creativity leaps in honor of the holiday 

Glass Holiday Ornaments 

Sharon Frykman & Nancy Seaton 

November 17: 1 day 


Add color and light to your holiday season with your own 

glass holiday ornaments. Experiment with colored glass, frit 

and kiln-carving to create multiple ornaments. The kilncarving 

technique uses shapes cut with scissors from fiber 

paper. The glass is then melted over your images to achieve a 

beautiful, intricate design with little glass cutting required. 

Youth Classes 

Pencil Drawing for Kids : ages 7-11 

David Hahn 

February 28-March 20: 4 Tuesdays: 3:15-5:15pm 

Tuition: $25 

Join Grandpa David Hahn to learn the basics of drawing 

in this fun, introductory four-week class. Together we will draw a variety of still 

life objects while working on different drawing techniques including 3-D, realism, 

still life, and landscape. Drawing is the foundation of all art media, so jump-in 

and build skills that will last a lifetime. 

Young Adult Clay: ages 12-18 


March 2-23: 4 Fridays: 3:15-5:15pm 

Tuition: $25 

Students will explore the ceramic process while having fun 

and sharing ideas in this class designed specifically for young 

adults. The primary focus will be on hand-building and 

using the pottery wheel to create finished pieces. The first 

three classes will focus on building and the last class will be dedicated to glazing 

work. For beginners and those with experience, all will build their pottery skills. 

Youth Masterpieces 


June 11-13: 3 half days 

Session 1 (ages 5-8): 9am-noon 

Session 2 (ages 9-12): 1-4pm 


Together we will explore various famous artists, their 

unique styles and paintings. We will use this knowledge as a springboard to create 

our own masterpieces, using a variety of media: collage, watercolor, oil pastel, 

and acrylic paint. Students will learn about the language of art: the elements and 

principles that make a work of art come to life. 

November & Youth Classes 

Youth Summer Art : ages 7-12 

July 27-August 17: 4 Fridays: 10am-noon 

Pre-register: $60 

Drop-in Fee: $20/session 

High-quality art instruction by a rotating roster of 

local artists will be hosted in the professional Art 

Colony studios. Each Friday, students will receive 

an introduction to a different art medium including 

clay, glass, printmaking and watercolor. All materials 

are provided. Pre-register to receive a discount on all 

classes or drop-in per session. Need a minimum of eight pre-registered students to 

host this class. 

July 27: Play with Clay – hand-build clay with Melissa Wickwire 

August 3: Fuse it Up – glass fusing ornament with Nancy Seaton 

August 10: Printmaking – stamps & cards with Kelly Dupre 

August 17: Watercolor Basics – watercolor on paper with David Hahn 

Youth Studio Art 

Jo Ann Krause & Kelly Dupre 

August 13-15: 3 half days 

Session 1 (ages7-10): 9am-noon 

Session 2 (ages 11-14): 1-4pm 


This is the perfect opportunity for kids to enjoy 

summer art fun in the big studio. A variety of exciting techniques and activities 

will be introduced and explored. Students will create art with a variety of 

mediums including drawing, painting, printing, collage and mixed media, giving 

them the basis for future artistic expression. 

Young Adult Drawing : ages 12-18 

David Hahn 

September 25-October 16: 4 Tuesdays: 3:15-5:15pm 

Tuition: $25 

Take a trip through the art of drawing and watercolor 

painting as we explore still life, portraiture and 

landscapes. First draw it and then make it come alive with color. Bring a good 

pointed #10 brush, #HB or softer pencil and an eraser, we’ll provide the paper and 

paints. You’ll love what you’ll learn. 

Youth Clay : ages 7-11 


September 28-October 19: 4 Fridays: 3:15-5:15pm 

Tuition: $25 

Explore the ceramic process while having a blast 

working with clay in this four-week class designed 

specifically for kids. Students will be introduced to 

hand-building and using the pottery wheel to create 

finished pieces. The first three classes will focus 

on building and the last class will be dedicated to 

glazing work. 


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Testimonials 

“Just being on the premises heightens 

one’s tactile and aesthetic senses.” 

“Having access to the Art Colony studios is the most extraordinary 

gift; it transforms your ability to create your art because you 

have the resources and community support to do it.” 

“I honestly don’t know where I would be had I 

not discovered Grand Marais Art Colony” 

“A gem of a find! I had a fantastic and rewarding time. 

I will return.” 

“Between the Art Colony & the Lake, 

my spirit is full.” 

“This was my first experience at the Grand Marais 

Art Colony and it was wonderful! I felt inspired 

by my fellow students, my talented teacher and the 

gorgeous area of Grand Marais.” 

“My week at the Grand Marais Art Colony 

carries me through the rest of the year.” 

“I am always uplifted by my creative experiences 

here! Thank you for providing such a wide 

variety of classes and experiences!” 

“Plein Air is a highlight of my year; the area is 

glorious to paint and it’s a well-run event.” 

Meet Our Instructors 

Mary Ellen Ashcroft is an English professor, Episcopal priest, retreat leader 

and writer. She has taught many writing classes, including creative nonfiction, 

fiction and environmental writing, as well as many literature courses. She is the 

author of a number of books including Dogspell: The Gospel According to Dog. 

Her passion is helping people look deeply into themselves to find meaning and 

authenticity. 

Kathleen Baleja is a visual multi-media, movement and performance artist. She 

studied with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School, the Royal Conservatory of Music, 

and has attended numerous workshops. She enjoys using materials collected in her 

studio in unusual ways. In 1994, with quilter Judy Morningstar and weaver Elaine 

Rounds, Baleja created over 60 multi-media pieces, one of which was published 

in Fibre Arts Design Book Five. Kathleen has taught in schools, at the Thunder Bay 

Art Gallery and in the correctional system. 

Linda Bauer has a very eclectic interest in fiber, a flame she has carried for over 

50 years. Creative beadwork, bead embroidery and felt have come together in her 

most recent work often inspired and formed by the rocks of Lake Superior. She 

was a dancer/choreographer and taught dance for many years. In addition, she has 

a master’s degree in Art Education. You can see her work at regional arts festival 

and in The Garage in downtown Grand Marais. 

Dorian Beaulieu has been a ceramics and sculpture instructor at Lake Superior 

College in Duluth since 1994. He provides instruction in ceramics, sculpture and 

3-D design. His education includes a MA in Studio Curriculum from University 

of Wisconsin Superior (USW) and a BFA in K-12 Art Education from University 

of Minnesota Duluth. He is currently pursuing an MA in art history from UWS. 

During the winter of 2006 he was an instructor at the Guangzhou Academy of 

Fine Art in Guangzhou, China. 

Hazel Belvo is an artist, master teacher and mentor. She has exhibited 

nationally and internationally for 50 years and her work is in many public 

collections including the Minneapolis Institute of Arts, the Bezalel Museum, 

the Dewitt Wallace Collection, MMM and General Mills. Hazel was a Radcliffe 

Institute Scholar and WARM Gallery member. She is a professor emeritus at 

Minneapolis College of Art and Design after 34 years of teaching. She has taught 

at the Art Colony for 30 years and was added to the plaque in the Founders Hall 

in appreciation of her long-time commitment. 

Peter Blau teaches adults and children in a variety of venues in the Twin Cities, 

including the Loft Literary Center. He recently received the Minneapolis/St. Paul 

Magazine’s volunteer award for his writing classes in a correctional facility for 

women. In his classes, Peter focuses on using writing as a pathway to creativity, 

self-discovery, and imagination. His goal is to provide a safe, confidential 

environment for students as they move through their own personal writing 

journey. www.writecreatecommunicate.com 

James Burke taught intaglio printmaking for 31 years at Louisiana State 

University in Baton Rouge, where he is currently professor emeritus. Burke 

has exhibited his prints extensively throughout his career in local and national 

exhibitions. His work is in many private collections as well as museums including 

the New Orleans Museum of Art, the LSU Museum of Art at the Shaw Center, 

and the Mint Museum of Art, among others. 


Tom Christiansen became interested in metal while witnessing his uncle repair 

implements. “It helped that it was kind of scary and you had to wear special stuff 

to do it,” he explains. Tom attended Minneapolis College of Art and Design and 

graduated with a BFA in Sculpture from the University of Minnesota. A fulltime 

artist since 1986, he established Last Chance Fabricating in Lutsen in 1994. 

He has completed commissions for garden installations, architectural elements, 

fountains, light fixtures, furniture and public sculpture. 

Julie Crabtree’s art background has given her the opportunity to develop 

stitchery work in a painterly manner. Utilizing the sewing machine, she draws 

freely over the canvas incorporating hand stitches, dyed threads, fabrics, beads 

and other experimental art techniques. Her love of the outdoors is reflected in 

her work, depicting woods, trees and other textured aspects of nature. Her work 

has been collected by individuals across the country and has won many awards at 

juried art shows in the Midwest, Southwest and East Coast. 

Bonnie Cutts, a Minnesota artist, was trained by Golden Artist Colors in 

1998 for their Working Artist Program. She has offered lectures and hands-on 

workshops throughout the Midwest since that time. She returns to share her 

wealth of information about acrylic materials and techniques. Bonnie’s artwork has 

been exhibited and collected nationally. She received a BFA from the University of 

Minnesota with a concentration in drawing and painting. 

Kelly Dupre is a Grand Marais artist and author. Primarily a printmaker, her 

art can be seen at Sivertson Gallery and throughout the North Shore. Kelly has 

written and/or illustrated several children’s books including The Raven’s Gift, The 

Lion’s Share and Becoming a Boundary Waters Family. The natural environment 

and the art of indigenous cultures are her greatest influences. She loves teaching 

a variety of mediums and age levels. She strives for joy, symbolism and a dash of 

humor in her art. 

Kit Eastman is a textile artist from St. Paul, Minnesota. She makes decorative 

and functional objects, as well as art textiles, hand-painted in the Japanese 

tradition of katazome, or stencil dyeing, using a natural dye palette of soft, rich 

and subtle color on linen, cotton and silk. Her work celebrates daily meetings with 

the wild birds, plants and lake breezes of her urban surroundings. See a gallery of 

her work, as well as information on her website: www.kiteastman.com 

Joan Farnam was born in Duluth and spent part of her childhood living in 

Canada. She has an MA in Anthropology from California State University, East 

Bay. She began taking ceramic classes at the Duluth Art Institute in 1999 and has 

experience in wheel throwing, primitive firing, raku and majolica painting. She 

regularly teaches classes at the Art Colony, where she is the Clay Studio Facilitator, 

and she writes a weekly blog, NorthShore ArtScene. 

Susan Frame, an American Sumi-e master, has been playing with ink for many 

years, specializing in contemporary and experimental techniques of painting and 

calligraphy. Her teachers include world renowned artists from the U.S., Japan, 

Taiwan, Hong Kong, and China. Susan has received many awards for her work, 

which is included in museum, corporate, and private collections. She exhibits 

nationally and internationally including in New York, Paris, Japan, China, and 

Korea; teaches workshops in locations from Alaska to Guatemala; and writes books 

about sumi-e. 

Sharon Frykman is an artist in both oils and glass. She received her BFA in 

painting from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. There she studied 

under Birney Quick and first came to the Art Colony to teach in the summer 

of 1980. She began delving into stained glass in 1988. In 2000, she and her 

husband, Steve, attended warm-glass classes in Corning, NY. Together they 

specialize in architectural installations in glass, metal and wood through their 

business, Frykman Art Studio. 


Linda Gammell’s photographs have been exhibited and collected nationally. 

She is the recipient of many fellowships and grants, including the Bush Artist 

Fellowship, McKnight Fellowship, and the Minnesota State Arts Board. Her art 

projects explore concepts of place, including the prairies of the Great Plains and 

the forests and water of Lake Superior. She has taught photography at various 

institutions, including Minneapolis College of Art and Design, Colorado College, 

St. Olaf College, Hamline University, and the College of Visual Arts. 

Sandi Pillsbury Gredzens is a North Shore artist and educator. She has 

a BFA from University of California Santa Cruz, and a Masters in Education 

from Hamline. Also, she has a K-6 multi-subject teaching license and a K-12 art 

education license. Sandi has been a practicing artist for 40+ years, has taken classes 

at the Art Colony for 26 years and now has taught at the Art Colony for five years. 

She is currently the board chair of the Art Colony. 

Carolyn Halliday uses the vocabulary and skills of textiles to sculpt forms and 

2-D art that often reference body and/or nature. Primarily she hand knits wire 

and other nontraditional materials into forms that grow from simple elements 

of nature and life’s daily debris. She has exhibited in local and national juried 

shows for 15 years. Her work has been published in the book Knitting Art: 150 

Innovative Works from 18 Contemporary Artists, Surface Design Journal, Interweave 

Knits, and Jaquard, an Italian Journal. 

David Hahn has always loved to draw. After two years at The Washington 

University School of Fine Arts, he worked at McDonnell Aircraft Corp. as a 

technical illustrator; the first of six companies. David and his wife Virginia retired 

to Hovland and he focused on painting water color landscapes. His work has 

shown at the CoHo Cafe, Johnson Heritage Post, Hovland Art Fair, Cook County 

High School Gym and at the Art Colony. 

Jeffrey Hirst is a painter/printmaker from Minneapolis. He received a BFA in 

printmaking from the University of Minnesota and a MFA in printmaking and 

painting from Louisiana State University. He has exhibited and given encaustic 

demonstrations and gallery talks throughout the United States at various 

conferences and universities. He has participated as a visiting artist at Normandale 

Community College in Bloomington, North Hennepin Community College in 

Brooklyn Center, and at the University of Wisconsin, River Falls. 

Jim Horton has practiced and instructed printmaking and graphic design for 42 

years. His studio is in rural Ann Arbor, Michigan. He is an honorary member of 

the Society of Wood Engravers in England. Jim has a keen interest in the history 

and use of mechanical printing devices and processes. Jim learned wood engraving 

from the remnants of one of the last commercial engraving companies (Sander) in 

Chicago. Jim helped to found an international group called the Wood Engravers’ 

Network. 

JD Jorgenson is originally from Bismarck, ND, and completed his degree at the 

University of Iowa. He then moved to Minneapolis where he taught at Northern 

Clay Center. Jorgenson received a Jerome Foundation Emerging Artist Grant. 

After the grant, he apprenticed to Richard Bresnahan. Jorgenson presented at the 

International Wood-Fired Ceramics conference in Flagstaff in 2006 and in Duluth 

in 2007. Jorgenson Pottery was established in 2004. 

Matt Kania is a member of the Grand Marais Art Colony, the Northern 

Printmakers Alliance (Duluth) and the Highpoint Center for Printmaking 

(Minneapolis). Matt has exhibited his work at the Northern Prints Gallery, the 

Highpoint Center Gallery, Duluth Art Institute, Grand Marais Art Colony 

and the Bloomington Art Center. In recent years, he has focused on creating 

imagery using less toxic, portable printmaking techniques, such as polyester plate 

lithography. www.mattkania.com 

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Karin Kraemer has a BFA in hot glass from St. Cloud State University and a 

MFA in ceramics from Southern Illinois University. She moved to Duluth several 

years ago after living all over the country, working and exploring, developing 

her work, making pottery and traveling. Karin loves to camp, garden and cook. 

These elements all come together in her work which celebrates everything from 

individual flowers in her garden to landscape, good friends and making food. 

Stephen Krasemann traveled the globe searching for wildlife with the 

Illustrations Division of the National Geographic Society. In 2001, he switched 

to painting full time and parked his easel between the Yukon Territory Mountains 

and the Lake Superior forests where he creates oil paintings from first-hand 

experiences. Stephen is a charter member of Artists for Conservation and 

Worldwide Nature Artists Group. His work is featured in public and private 

collections throughout the USA and Canada. 

Jo Ann Krause has a Masters of Education from the University of Minnesota 

and is a retired educator who taught elementary school and K-6 Art. She enjoys 

the experience of working with creative children of all ages during summer art 

sessions and private lessons. In her spare time she likes to work on printmaking, 

collage, jewelry, and fiber arts. 

Jeanne Larson has taught workshops and classes in both traditional watercolor 

and mixed watermedia/collage for many years in the Twin Cities and regional 

art centers. She’s been represented by several of the finest galleries in the region 

for over 20 years, has won awards and been a featured speaker for many arts 

organizations and societies. Her original paintings are included in corporate and 

private collections in homes and businesses in the USA and abroad. 

Gretchen Lisdahl started working with glass in 2002. Her first love was lampworking, 

and since has expanded her glass skills to stained and fused glass, mosaic 

and more. She has been working at Peachie’s Stained Glass for nine years. She 

considers herself blessed to continue to learn more about glass every day. Glass 

bead making continues to be her favorite media and she suspects it always will be. 

Dan Neff was born and raised in northeastern Minnesota. He took a 

Community Education class on torch-working glass followed by a two-year 

apprenticeship program learning the basics of the craft. After completing his 

apprenticeship, Dan began demonstrating his torch-working at festivals and fineart 

shows. After finishing his undergraduate studies at University of Minnesota, 

Duluth, Dan traveled around the country to learn from world-renowned glass 

marble artists such as John Kobuki and Gateson Recko. 

Judd Nelson has been creating forged and welded sculptures since he was 17 

and completed his formal training in art at the University of Minnesota. He has 

taught at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts as well as in Native American and 

public schools around the country. Judd also worked as a lead builder at Home 

Time, a national public television show. www.juddnelson.com 

Jon Neuse’s basic principles of art are experimentation and artistic judgment. 

Most of his imagery is abstracted from remembered landscape. He manipulates 

formal artistic elements to force competing images into lasting and taut 

relationships. “It’s difficult to make abstract art,” he says, “because there are no 

– nor should there be – definite rules for how to proceed. For me, art without 

playfulness is not serious art.” Neuse has been teaching art to adults for the past 

35 years. 

Sally Nystrom graduated from St. Catherine’s College. She furthered her 

studies with extensive classes in art history. She began teaching in 1996 in a 

private studio with Sally Brown (a WARM founder) and on her own, including 

for the University of Minnesota’s Split Rock program for 16 years. When Sally is 

not teaching, she works on a series of figurative oil paintings. She shows her work 

in Minnesota and Wisconsin. She is part of “The Rain Collective,” a professional 

artist group. 

Kimber Olson creates art textiles from various materials that she dyes, prints 

and paints. She’s worked exclusively with cloth since 1997 when she discovered 

the practice of surface design. Intense color, unique patterns and rich textures 

are hallmarks of her work, which has been exhibited locally and regionally. She 

recently completed a master’s degree in theology and art at United Theological 

Seminary where her studies explored the intersections of art, creativity and 

consciousness. 

Mary Pettis has been recognized as an eloquent and respected teacher. 

Classically trained, she has taught for 35 years in Wisconsin, Minnesota, 

Tuscany, Venice, France, and for Plein Air Painters of Hawaii in Maui. She has 

been juried into, and won, awards in national painting events and exhibitions 

in New York City to Scottsdale and Maui. Mary has exhibited at the Palais de 

Nations and at the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland. For more info about 

Mary, visit her website at: www.marypettis.com 

Joanne Price is a Minnesota artist specializing in relief printmaking. In 

addition to exhibiting work internationally, Price was the recipient of the 

2009–2010 Jerome Book Arts Fellowship grant through the Minnesota Center 

for Book Arts (MCBA). She worked at Highpoint Center for Printmaking for 

more than seven years and organizes exhibits for the Wood Engravers’ Network. 

Currently, Mrs. Price teaches Printmaking and Typography at Augsburg College 

and is the Exhibitions Manager for the MCBA. 

Jerry Riach owned and operated The Raven Gallery in Minneapolis for 

10 years. He studied drawing at the Edina Art Center and printmaking at 

Minneapolis College of Art and Design, Highpoint Center for Printmaking and 

with Charles Beck. Jerry now lives in Little Marais, where he has a printmaking 

studio. His work is mostly inspired by nature and includes etching, drypoint, 

woodblock, wood engraving, and collagraph printmaking as well as drawing. 

Jayne Richards grew up in Grand Marais and completed her BFA from 

University of Minnesota, Duluth. Her Rock Series in pastel and acrylic have 

shown at the Johnson Heritage Post. She also shows her work at the Grand 

Marais Art Festival. She taught graphic design at the Minnesota School of 

Business and currently works as a free-lance graphic designer, doing volunteer 

work for the Make-a-Wish Foundation and graphic support for the WJ Thom 

Company Promo Products. 

Sue Robinson is an artist, commercial illustrator, and educator. Her passion 

for the natural world is reflected in her project choices, such as illustrating the 

flora and fauna of the Everglades and Dry Tortugas for the US Park Service. 

She created “The Superior Experience” for the US Superior National Forest and 

illustrated two books on the Boundary Waters by Michael Furtman. For 15 

years, Sue taught middle school/high school visual art. She delights in guiding 

students on their path toward “personal voice.” 

Karen Rognsvoog has been dyeing natural fibers and growing plants for dye 

since the mid 1970s. She’s always been interested in the colors of nature. Boiling 

plants, weeds, flowers and bark for use with fibers became a passion. Rognsvoog 

teaches at various art and craft centers in Minnesota and Wisconsin including 

the North House Folk School and Minnetonka Center for the Arts. She is a 

professional pianist, teaches piano lessons and watercolor painting. 

Kathi “Peachie” Schmid started her obsession with stained glass in 1984. In 

1991, she turned her obsession into a career by opening Peachie’s Stained Glass. 

She has taken professional classes in every facet of hot and cold glass working, 

and continues her education every chance she gets. Glass fusing particularly 


excites her because of the limitless projects that can be made. There is always 

something new to create! 

Nancy Seaton loves color and light. She received her BA from St. Olaf 

College where she focused on watercolor and blown glass. The Art Colony’s 

warm glass studio is a great resource she feels lucky to have as part of her life. 

She lives on the Gunflint Trail with her husband and two boys. 

Shawn Sheehy combines paper engineering and papermaking with an interest 

in biology and cultural evolution to produce sculptural pop-up books. Shawn 

has taught workshops at PBI, Penland, the Center for the Book Arts in Chicago 

and New York, and many other venues across the U.S. His commercial pop-up 

clients include American Greetings, PeeWee Herman and Vintage Magazine. To 

learn more, visit him at shawnsheehy.com 

Kathleen Sheridan is a self-taught origamist. She began folding in the 

fourth grade and is now a regular at national conventions and has origami 

friends across the globe. She runs a local group of folders, gives origami 

demonstrations and teaches summer camp origami classes for children. When 

asked why origami is such a passion, Kathleen says that after all these years of 

folding, it is still so amazing to her that something so beautiful can come from a 

piece of paper. 

Neil Sherman is primarily a plein air artist. He is the past board chair of the 

Art Colony and the current chair of the Events Committee. Before moving to 

Grand Marais, Neil was a classroom monitor for Joe Paquet at the Hurinenko 

and Paquet Studio, assisting with critiques for beginner and advanced students. 

Neil received his BA from St. John’s University and studied at the Minnesota 

River School of Fine Arts and the Hurinenko and Paquet Studio. 

Liz Sivertson credits her dad, Howard Sivertson, for her most valuable 

training in art. She credits her sister, Jan Sivertson (owner of Sivertson Gallery), 

as the one who “made a career out of it (art)” by selling over 800 of Liz’s original 

paintings to private collectors. Liz’s colorful acrylics illustrate a children’s book 

by Reeve Lindbergh, titled North Country Spring. Liz has a Bachelor of Fine Arts 

degree from the University of Minnesota, Duluth. 

Lisa Stauffer received a Masters in Design from the University of Minnesota 

and studied illustration at Parson’s School of Design. She has worked and taught 

in a wide variety of media; now she primarily focuses on soft pastel with a 

special focus on painting “en plein air” to indulge her fascination with light and 

color in the beautiful North Shore landscape. Lisa was awarded Master Circle 

status by the International Association of Pastel Societies in 2009. 

www.lisastauffer.com. 

Laura Stone began doing mosaics after a chance visit to the St. Louis Basilica, 

which has an extensive mosaic interior. She found the media to be a way to 

merge 30 years of drawing with her passion for stone and glass. Underlying 

her work is an ongoing fascination for natural dynamics including weather, 

water, geology, plant biology, psychology, and spirit. She has been on the faculty 

of Gustavus Adolphus College, Minneapolis College of Art and Design and 

teaches private workshops. 

Tod Sylvester grew up near the Art Colony and spent endless hours watching 

the founders lecture and produce art. In 1977, he was awarded a scholarship to 

work with founder Birney Quick in watercolors. He is a tile setter by trade and 

has incorporated artful mosaics into his commercial and residential jobs. He has 

also created and donated many mosaic pieces, most recently to WTIP radio and 

the Trout Lake Lodge. 

Peggy Thompson (who paints under the name of Margaret Carroll) completed 

her BFA and MFA at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Peggy has had 

numerous exhibits of her paintings throughout the region, including Chicago and 

in Australia. She began an arts program for elders which has been very successful 

and is now known statewide. 

Michael Tonder has been designing, producing and selling glass art work since 

the mid 1980s. He has traveled extensively doing both indoor and outdoor art fairs 

in the Midwest and southeast parts of the United States. 

Laurie Toth received a BA in painting from Minneapolis College of Art and 

Design where she studied under Birney Quick and attended the Art Colony, 

where she fell in love with landscape painting. Laurie’s primary medium is soft 

pastel and she makes her own sticks to augment the sets purchased. Laurie lives 

in Minneapolis and has 30 years of teaching experience at many of the local art 

centers. Laurie is currently illustrating a series of fictional historical short stories. 

Todd Voss was born and raised in Davenport, IA. In 1990, he received a BFA in 

oil painting from Maharishi International University, in Fairfield, IA. Todd lived for 

10 years on the North Shore, and now divides his time between there and Detroit 

Lakes. For over 20 years, Todd has painted the Upper Midwest landscape, as a fulltime 

artist, both outdoors and in the studio. He is represented by Sivertson Gallery 

and Fine Line Designs Gallery. 

Ann Ward received an art degree from Winona State University. She apprenticed 

with potter Jim Russell and then spent eight years working with potter Lynette 

Power. She lives in Grand Marais, and is part of the group known as “The Art 

Colony Potters.” Ann has shown work at the Johnson Heritage Post, Cross River 

Heritage Center and Betsy Bowen’s Studio. You can find her pottery for sale at the 

farmers’ market during the summer in downtown Grand Marais. 

Erik Waterkotte received his MFA from the University of Alberta and his BFA 

from Illinois State University. Waterkotte has shown his prints both nationally and 

internationally. He is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Art 

at Minnesota State University Mankato and was a Visiting Assistant Professor in 

Printmaking at Indiana University, Bloomington. Waterkotte has been a visiting 

artist at universities throughout the US and the recipient of a Minnesota State Arts 

Board Emerging Artist Initiative Grant. 

Tom Westbrook is a teacher, designer, writer, artist, and craftsman. He studied 

Art History, Studio Arts and Architecture at the University of Minnesota. Currently 

he teaches at the University of Minnesota focusing on humanitarian and sustainable 

design and at the College of Visual Art where he teaches a visual geometry class. In 

addition to teaching and writing he is founding partner of realize, llc., a design and 

fabrication firm providing services to the design industry. 

Melissa Wickwire finds that teaching often inspires her own artwork and her 

artwork informs her teaching. She especially enjoys sharing her love of clay. Melissa 

studied ceramics and art education in upstate New York and taught art at a public 

school in Wyoming for six years before heading to the North Shore. When Melissa 

is not working as the Cook County Youth Coordinator you will find her with her 

family or in the Clay Studio at the Art Colony. 

Jo Wood is an award-winning bead and fiber artist who has practiced her skills 

for more than 40 years. Her “bead paintings” are a celebration of place, inspired by 

nature and life in northern Minnesota. She shares her passion for bead embroidery 

by teaching regionally and nationally. Jo’s beaded landscapes have appeared in 

various publications and juried exhibits. Her work is represented by several galleries 

and is found in homes and collections around the country and in Europe. www. 

jowoodbeads.com 

Joyce Yamamoto is a mixed-media collage artist who trains artists to be entrepreneurs. 

She believes artists who serve as resource people are community builders in 

the broadest sense. The transformation process is what fuels her creativity. She sees 

these transformations everywhere; paper plus paint become a painting, words plus 

paper fragments become a collage, clay plus high heat become pottery, and artists 

plus information become entrepreneurial. 


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Registration 

How to Register: 

• By Phone: (218) 387-2737 

• By Mail: Complete registration form, include payment information and 

mail to the Grand Marais Art Colony 

• Online: Download Registration PDF form, print, complete & mail 

• In Person: Stop by our office (Mon-Sat, 9am-4pm) located in the back of the 

Historic Building at: 120 West 3rd Ave, Grand Marais, MN 

Name: _____________________________________ 

Address: ____________________________________ 

City: _______________________________________ 

State / Zipcode: ______________________________ 

Phone: _____________________________________ 

Email: ______________________________________ 

Registering for (Class Title): 

___________________________________________ 

Dates: _____________________________________ 

Tuition: $___________ Supply Fee: $___________ 

Total: $_________ 

Deposit (1/2 of total): $_________ 

Membership (see membership levels & benefits pg. 23)* 

_____ I am an existing member 

_____ I would like to become a member 

_____ Not at this time 

Membership Amount $_________ 

Apply Membership Gift Certificate* $__________ 

Total Amount Enclosed: $___________________ 

Payment Type: Check 

Visa MC Gift Certificate* 

Credit Card# ________________________________ 

Expiration: ______/______ 

Name on card: _______________________________ 

Signature: __________________________________ 

Mail Registration to: 


PO Box 626 


Make checks payable to: 


Register Early: 

• Class sizes are limited and registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. 

• Early registration helps reduce workshop cancellation due to low enrollment; please enroll at 

your earliest convenience. 

Payment Information: 

• To reserve your spot in a class, a deposit of half of the Tuition and Supply Fee is required. 

• Remaining balance MUST BE PAID two weeks before the class begins. 

Cancellation Policy: 

• If the Art Colony cancels a class, we will inform you five business days before the start date and 

refund your payment in full. 

• If you withdraw from a class 30 or more days prior to start date, we will refund your deposit 

less a $25 processing fee. 

• No refunds will be issued for withdrawals within 30 days of class start date. 

• The Art Colony assumes no responsibility for losses incurred due to lodging or travel 

arrangements. 

Waitlist: 

• When a class fills, we will start a waitlist. If a space becomes available we will contact the 

first person on the waitlist; that person will have 24 hours to accept registration and complete 

payment before we move on to the next person. 

Classes: 

• Before the start of class the Art Colony will send a confirmation letter and supply list to 

registered participants via email. 

• All classes are 9am - 4pm unless otherwise noted. 

• Please check in at the office before your class begins. 

• Please contact instructors ONLY through the Art Colony. 

Admission Policy: 

• The Grand Marais Art Colony welcomes all students regardless of age, race, sex, religion, 

nationality or ethnicity. 

• Students under the age of 14-16 must be accompanied by an adult also taking the class (with 

the exception of youth classes) 

• Classes are open to students of all skill levels, from beginner to advance unless otherwise noted. 

Membership: 

• It is not required to be an Art Colony member to attend classes. However, membership plays 

a vital role in health of the Grand Marais Art Colony. 

• Membership Gift Cards can be applied toward your tuition payment. See opposite page for 

membership levels and benefits. 

• The Grand Marais Art Colony is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, making your donation 

tax deductible. 

Receive CEUs & College Credit for Classes 

Our classes qualify as Continuing Education Units and Undergraduate or 

Graduate Level Independent Study - ask for details! 


B e c o m e a M e m b e r 

For 65 years, the Grand Marais Art Colony has been an incubator of artistic creativity on the North Shore. Whether 

it is the child inspired by the potter’s wheel or a retiree finally investing in the joy of painting, the Grand Marais Art 

Colony is a welcoming sanctuary for creation, inspiration and learning. 

As a member-supported organization, we rely on your contributions to ensure access to creative exploration for artists 

and art enthusiasts of all levels and media while providing you with unique benefits. Your generous support is what 

keeps art alive and thriving on the North Shore of Lake Superior for generations to come. 

Membership Benefits 

° Be in the Know. Members receive our monthly e-newsletter, our annual course catalog and invitations 

to events and exhibits. 

° Studio Access. Members can rent studio space to work in or host an event. Members can also check 

out books from the Art Library. 

° Sales. Members can exhibit in our Annual Member Show & Sale as well as receive notification of 

other art sale opportunities. 

° Voice. Share your thoughts about the Art Colony at the Annual Member Meeting. 

° Pride. Participate in an historic arts tradition and shape its future. 

° Receive an Art Colony Gift Card. The value increases with the level of your membership. The gift card 

value will be subtracted from your tax-deductible amount. If you do not want a gift card, please let us know. 

$25 

1 Make-a-Bowl event 

studio cost 

$50 

1 day of exhibit 

operations cost 

$75 

1 day of supplies for youth 

programming 

$100 

1 studio table 

$250 

1 studio easel 

$500 

1 month loan payment 

for new building 

$1,000 

1 month of winter 

utilities 

$25-$49 Individual 

$50-$74 Family 

$75-$99 Sustaining 

$100-$249 Sponsor + 

$250-$499 Patron ++ 

$500-$999 Benefactor +++ 

$1,000+ Partner ++++ 

($5 gift card) 


Members at the $100+ receive additional benefits: 

+ Recognition in the Annual Report 

++ a George Morrison Poster & above 

+++ Gift Membership & above 

++++ Name on Art Colony Plaque & above 






B u s i n e s s M e m b e r s h i p 


Other ways 

you can support the 


°Donate to the Birney Quick Endowment Fund to 

ensure long-term success for the Art Colony 

°Fund a scholarship 

°Be a volunteer 

°Planned Giving & Bequests 

°Host a Fund- (or Friend-)raiser for the Art Colony 

°Keep spreading the good word about the Art 

Colony: Ask for extra brochures to hand out 

to friends, family and local coffee 

shops (etc.). 

There are many benefits to being a business member. Please contact 

the Art Colony to find out the various ways your business can help 

support our organization and the benefits you’ll receive in return. 

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Business Members & Foundation Support 

Arts Partners 

Grand Marais Playhouse 

Creating community through high-quality theater 

since 1971 218-387-1284 ext. 2 

grandmaraisplayhouse.com 

North House Folk School 

An educational non-profit organization devoted to 

teaching traditional Northern craft 

(888) 387-9762 : northhouse.org 

North Shore Music Association 

Sponsoring North Shore musical performances and 

education since 1985 

(218) 387-1272 : northshoremusicassociation.com 

90.7 WTIP North Shore Community Radio 

Connect with Minnesota’s North Shore information, 

culture and entertainment 

(800) 473-9847 : wtip.org 

Business Partners 

Angry Trout Cafe 

Open seasonally from May - October 

218-387-1265 : angrytroutcafe.com 

Beth’s Fudge & Gifts 

Delicious fudge – 27 flavors, T’s and sweatshirts up to 

3XL, fun souvenirs (218) 387-2081 

Betsy Bowen Studio 

Hand-printed woodcuts from Grand Marais and Uganda. 

Open daily May through October 

(218) 387-1992 : woodcut.com 

Birchbark Books & Gifts 

Largest bookstore on the North Shore – jewelry, toys & gifts 

(218) 387-2315 

Chez Jude Restaurant & Wine Cafe 

Experience the art of dining – fresh North Shore cuisine – 

lake-view deck (218) 387-9113 : chezjude.com 

Christie Printing Company 

Promoting sustainable printing as Northern Minnesota’s 

only certified green printer 

(218) 722-2220 : christieprint.com 

Como Oil & Propane 

Delivering a lot more than fuel 

(218) 387-1165 : comooilandpropane.com 

Drury Lane Books 

Books for book lovers 

(218) 387-3370 : drurylanebooks.com 

Frykman Art Studio 

Specializing in architectural glass, metal and wood: By 

appointment (218) 387-1949 

George F. Maruska LTD, CPA 

Serving the North Shore since 1980 (218) 387-1180 

Grand Marais Family Dentistry 

Creating Healthy Smiles (218) 387-2774 

grandmaraisfamilydentistry.com 

Grand Marais Municipal Liquor Store 

The North Shore’s finest selection of beers 

and wine (218) 387-1630 

Grand Marais State Bank 

Serving the North Shore since 1916 

(218) 387-2441 : grandmaraisstatebank.com 

Johnson’s Foods 

Shop our small aisles; check out to big smiles since 1932 

(218) 387-2480 

Joynes Ben Franklin Department Store 

In downtown Grand Marais on the North Shore of 

Lake Superior (218) 387-2233 

Lake Superior Trading Post 

A Grand Marais tradition since 1971 

(218) 387-2020 : LSTP.com 

Last Chance Studio & Gallery 

Sculpture studio and contemporary fine art gallery in 

Lutsen (218) 663-7008 : lastchancefab.com 

Lutsen Mountains Corp. 

Mountain skiing on America’s North Coast! 

(218) 663-7281 : lutsen.com 

M Graphic Design 

Graphic design, editing, writing 

mgraphic@boreal.org 

Mike’s Holiday Station 

Shop at Holiday for all your convenience needs 

(218) 387-1043 

Norshor Insurance Agency 

Your local insurance store – home, auto, commercial & 

health (218) 387-9139 

North Shore Federal Credit Union 

Because if you’re up here, you belong here 

(218) 226-4401 : northshorefcu.org 

Northern Wilds Media 

Promoting the arts community monthly with North 

Shore Hwy 61 

(218) 387-9475 : northshorehwy61.com 

Sawbill Outfitters 

Sharing the art of canoeing for over 50 years 

(218) 663-7150 : sawbill.com 

Sivertson Gallery 

Art of the North – locations in Grand Marais & 

Duluth (888) 880-4369 : sivertson.com 

Stephan Hoglund Jewelry 

Artistry in jewelry design 

(218) 370-1314 : stephanhoglund.com 

Stephan Hoglund Photography / Boreal Light 

Imagery Gallery 

From wedding photography to creative commercial 

photography / photography gallery 

(218) 370-1314 : stephanhoglundphotography.com 

Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply 

Gear, tours, rental in Grand Marais. Open daily, year 

round (218) 387-3136 : stoneharborws.com 

The Pie Place Café 

New location, harbor view; breakfast, lunch, dinner, 

bakery; wine & beer 

(218) 387-1513 : northshorepieplace.com 

White Pine North 

Purveyors of Boundary Waters coffee, Northwoods gifts, 

resort wear and gourmet foods (218) 387-1695 


Lodging Partners 

Best Western Superior Inn & Suites 

On the shore of Lake Superior in downtown Grand Marais 

(800) 842-8439 : bestwestern.com/superiorinn 

Bluefin Bay 

Never miss a wave (800) 258-3346 : bluefinbay.com 

Cascade Vacation Rentals 

Managing 75 privately owned and unique homes available 

for nightly rental 

(800) 950-4361 : cascadevacationrentals.com 

Croftville Road Cottages 

Family-owned and operated four-season cottages on Lake 

Superior (866) 387-1790 : croftvilleroadcottages.com 

Ella’s Inn Guesthouse 

Ella’s welcomes Art Colony attendees – your home away 

from home (218) 387-3131 : vrbo.com/359152 

Gunflint Motel 

Quaint five-unit motel located on historic Gunflint Trail 

(218) 387-1454 : gunflintmotel.com 

Harbor Inn 

Great harbor view, Wi-Fi, pet-rooms, room service & Pie 

Place Café (800) 595-4566 : bytheharbor.com 

Kah-Nee-Tah Gallery and Cottages 

We feature Minnesota artists & our lodging is pet-friendly 

(218) 387-2585 : kahneetah.com 

Lutsen Resort 

Minnesota’s first resort 

(800) 258-8736 : lutsenresort.com 

MacArthur House Bed & Breakfast 

Grand Marais’ premier bed & breakfast 

(800) 792-1840 : macarthurhouse.net 

Nelson’s Travelers Rest Cabins & Motel 

Premium in-town resort where guests become friends 

(218) 387-1464 : travelersrest.com 

Opel’s Lakeside Cabins 

On Lake Superior- two miles east of Grand Marais $95+ 

2-bedroom cabins 

(800) 950-4361 : opelslakesidecabins.com 

Outpost Motel 

Lakeview rooms and kitchenette suites. Beach & hiking 

trails (218) 387-1833 : outpostmotel.com 

PinCushion B&B 

With spectacular Lake Superior views and serenity of the 

boreal forest (218) 387-2969 : pincushionbb.com 

Stephan Hoglund’s Artist Loft 

Downtown lake view lodging created by artists for the artist 

within (218) 370-1314 : grandmaraisrentals.com 

Foundation Support 

Arrowhead Regional Arts Council 

Cook County, MN 

Cook County Visitors Bureau 

Lloyd K. Johnson Foundation 

Minnesota State Arts Board 

The Dorsey & Whitney Foundation 

The McKnight Foundation

Upcoming Events www.GrandMaraisArtColony.Org 

Winter Arts 

Festival 

Northern 

Fibers Retreat 

Spring Theme 

Rhythms of 

Darkness & Light 

Artist-in- 

Residence 

with 

Hazel Belvo 

Grand Marais 

Arts Festival 

Plein Air 


January 30 - 

February 12 February 15-19 March 23 - April 1 April 9 - 22 July 14 & 15 September 7 - 30 

Member 

Show 

Empty 

Bowls 

October 19 - 

November 21 November 8 

Winter Arts Festival 

January 30 - February 12 

Share the story of winter, celebrate the 

color of white and delve deeper into 

the creative spirit. Snow Carving 

Symposium & Winter Plein Air. 

Be a participant, an observer or a 

student…just dress warm. 

Exhibit: February 3-12 

Opening Reception: February 3 @ 6pm 

Northern Fibers Retreat 

February 15-19 

Celebrate the Art and Craft of Fibers in the 

heart of cozy winter. This 5-day retreat features 

a variety of classes, Lunch & Learn lectures and 

a featured speaker, all while celebrating with 

other fiber enthusiasts. 

Co-hosted with the North House Folk School & the 

Northwoods Fiber Guild. Classes & programs will be offered 

at both the Art Colony & North House. 

Rhythms 

of Darkness & Light 

Spring Theme Exhibit : March 23 - April 1 

Plein Air 


September 7 - 30 

Artist-in-Residence with 

Hazel Belvo 

April 9-22 

Join us in a spring adventure with Hazel Belvo 

as she undertakes a major body of large-scale 

work at the Art Colony. She will open the 

studio and her heart, intellect, and creative 

process to the community through public 

lectures and daily open houses. 

Community Conversations: April 9 • April 16 • April 20 

Empty Bowls 

Fund-raiser for the Cook County 

Food Shelf. A delicious way to raise 

money for a worthy cause. 

Grand Marais Arts Festival 

July 14 & 15 

10,000 visitors 

~ 

76 Artist Booths 

~ 

Artist Demos & Talks 

November 8 

Application Deadline: March 16, 2012 


Member 

Show 

October 19 - November 21 

Competition: September 7 - 14 

Exhibit & Sale: September 14 - 30 

The Grand Marais Art Colony is supported by its members. The annual Member Show is 

an exhibition celebrating the diversity of these talented artists. 

The month-long exhibition will be on display for the holiday gift-buying season.


120 West 3rd Ave 

PO Box 626 


arts@boreal.org 

(218) 387-2737 

www.grandmaraisartcolony.org 

Shawn Sheehy 

Julie Crabtree 

Lisa Stauffer 

Events 

January 30 - February 12 

Winter Arts Festival 

February 15 - 19 

Northern Fibers Retreat 

March 23 - April 1 

Spring Theme Exhibit: 

Rhythms of 

Darkness & Light 

April 9-22 

Artist-in-Residence 

with Hazel Belvo 

July 14 & 15 


Arts Festival 

September 7 - 30 

Plein Air Grand Marais 

October 19 - November 21 

Member Show 

November 8 

Empty Bowls 

Neil Sherman

Grand Marais Art Colony

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