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SUMMARY:Make Your Own Patriotic Centerpiece
DESCRIPTION:Flag day is coming up\, not to mention Independence Day around the corner! This is the year to make something special! We’re bringing out the metal hoops again\, this time to show you how to use them as a free-standing display.  These hoops can be used for hanging solo or in groupings\, or in various centerpiece arrangements. Sara will demonstrate how to arrange and secure flowers in different compositions with the hoop\, and help you make your own! Enjoy this afternoon workshop while sipping your favorite beverage and feel free to bring your own snacks! We will have coffee and tea available. See project description for more details. \nAges 18+ recommended for this project. Space is limited for this project\, don’t wait to sign up! \n$45  (Candle not included) \nProject Description: 12″ gold metal hoop with wooden stand.  We will be using various red\, white and blue silk florals & greens\, with floral wire\, floral tape\, wire cutters\, and potentially a hot glue gun. Floral foam is also an option.  Embellishments such as ribbon and raffia will also be available. You will view demonstrations and receive assistance as needed.  If you plan to display a candle with your centerpiece\, we recommend that you bring either the candle or its dimensions to ensure it will fit correctly. We do not recommend burning a real candle with these centerpieces. Fairy lights and battery candles are lovely options\, as well as no candle at all– the flowers and hoop alone is a beautiful display either on a table or hanging.   NOTE: This project demands a certain amount of dexterity of the fingers\, and some of us will be using our reading glasses! \nTicket Policy: \n*No refunds \n*Sign up in advance! Ticket sales close at 8PM 2 NIGHTS before. Last minute inquiries\, call to check on availability. \n*Class minimum: 4 \n*In the event of not reaching the minimum\, class is subject to cancellation. \n*Cancellations by us will result in a credit towards a future class or a refund.
URL:https://kickscrosslake.com/event/make-your-own-patriotic-centerpiece/
LOCATION:Kicks the Art Place\, 36066 County Road 66\, Crosslake\, MN\, 56442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshop
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SUMMARY:Transform Your Stencils: Bluebirds
DESCRIPTION:Transform a simple stencil into a work of art!  Many people know how to use multiple colors and gradations in a stencil\, but you can take it a step further and use it as a painting guide. Sara will show how the design of stencils\, with their positive and negative spaces\, provide the information needed to “fill in the blanks.” With our adorable blue bird stencil on a wooden heart\, and “crust medium” by Paint Couture\, Sara will show you how to make your one of a kind wall art with a raised\, textured finish. You will be able to work at your own level\, creating the look you want.  These wooden hearts have two sides\, one smooth and one with “planks’. We have chosen the smooth side for this project\, and will be offering a class to paint the other side in the near future. So watch website and social media!   Space is limited to only EIGHT\, so don’t wait to sign up! Ages 16+ please for this workshop. \n$65 \nProject description:  We will first paint the wooden heart in acrylic paint\, either like the sample or your own version. Sara will demonstrate the various techniques and crust medium by Paint Couture\, followed by a step by step process as a class. Additional hanging hardware can be added to the top with rope or ribbon for hanging. \nTicket Policy: \n*No refunds \n*Sign up in advance! Ticket sales close at 8PM the night before. Last minute inquiries\, call to check on availability. \n*Class minimum: 4 \n*In the event of not reaching the minimum\, class is subject to cancellation. \n*Cancellations by us will result in a credit towards a future class or a refund.
URL:https://kickscrosslake.com/event/transform-your-stencils-bluebirds/
LOCATION:Kicks the Art Place\, 36066 County Road 66\, Crosslake\, MN\, 56442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshop
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SUMMARY:May Day Hoop Wreath
DESCRIPTION:Join us on May Day\, Friday evening\, for a hands-on learning experience with hoop wreath arranging. These hoops are a beautiful\, versatile option for a variety of events and purposes. With demos and instruction\, you will make your own hoop wreath with our supplies. (Feel free to bring any special florals you want to use!) Take home your own wreath and the acquired skills to implement these hoops into your future display needs. This is a paint and sip style class! Bring your own beverage or enjoy a hot coffee or tea on us. You are welcome to bring your own snacks as well. Ages 18+ please.\n$50\nProject Description: One 12” gold hoop\, silk florals\, optional block (for making it free standing). various ribbon and embellishments. Materials will include hot glue\, floral tape\, floral wire and tools such as wire cutters\, pliers and scissors. All materials provided.\nTicket Policy: \n*No refunds \n*Sign up in advance! Ticket sales close at 8PM 2 NIGHTS before. Last minute inquiries\, call to check on availability. \n*Class minimum: 4 \n*In the event of not reaching the minimum\, class is subject to cancellation. \n*Cancellations by us will result in a credit towards a future class or a refund.
URL:https://kickscrosslake.com/event/may-day-hoop-wreath/
LOCATION:Kicks the Art Place\, 36066 County Road 66\, Crosslake\, MN\, 56442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshop
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SUMMARY:Watercolor Workshop: Beginner's Guide to Brushstrokes
DESCRIPTION:**Postponed! Sara has a grand baby on the way that may interrupt this class! This class will be rescheduled.  Exciting times! \nIn this watercolor workshop\, Sara will be teaching various brushstroke techniques most often used in loose watercolor painting.  This workshop has a required materials list-be sure to check that out at the bottom of this page!  We will be practicing our brushstrokes with Sara’s Highlander Cow in watercolor- as seen in a previous class- as well as a simple landscape.  This class is appropriate for beginners and anyone who wants to refine their skills. Be sure to bring your favorite beverages and treats!  Coffee\, tea and other hot beverages will be available.  This class is limited to 6 painters.  This is to ensure you get the most out of this workshop. Ages 16+ please! \n$60-see Ticket Policy Below. (Note earlier sign-up deadline) \nMeet your instructor:  Sara Porter \nSara is a local artist who grew up in the Brainerd Lakes Area. She has a Studio Art Degree from Northwestern University\, Roseville\, MN with an emphasis in oil painting. Currently\, besides teaching at Kicks since 2018\, she teaches elementary and high school art classes to home school co-op groups. Her class sizes have varied from 4 to 28 students\, K-12.  While she enjoys teaching\, she seeks time out to paint in the studio or outdoors. Sara struggles to isolate a single medium as a favorite. She finds enjoyment in the freedom to grab whatever medium suits her mood. This results in a variety of classes for Kicks!  In addition to teaching\,  Sara shows original works for sale on her gallery wall at Kicks and offers pet portraits in paint or dry media\, such as colored pencil and soft pastels. You can find her on Facebook and Instagram under ArtistSaraPorter. \nMaterials List: \nBefore you begin your search: Quality over Quantity is key. However\, the price range on paint brushes varies dramatically from a few dollars to nearly $100 or more.  It isn’t necessary to spend a fortune\, but you will experience the best results possible in this class with artist-quality materials. I (Sara) will be demonstrating in brushes made of synthetic sable or similar.  A brush in synthetic squirrel or Gold Taklon will behave differently. Try to find synthetic sable or a comparable version such as Princeton’s Velvetouch series.   I recommended tubes or pans in Winsor & Newton or a close alternative: Grumbacher Academy.  You can purchase the colors individually or in a set. Michaels has sales periodically.  The most important material you will bring is the PAPER.  The brand most widely used by artists and required by art schools is the Arches series. The minimum criteria: 100% cotton\, cold-pressed\, 140 pound\, and acid-free. \nHigh quality synthetic sable brushes such as Princeton’s Aqua Elite and Heritage lines are recommended for lower cost without sacrificing longevity and quality. Look for Princeton’s Velvetouch series or Winsor Newton & Cotman for a close\, budget-friendly alternative. \n\n2-3 Pointed Rounds such as this Princeton Aqua Elite in  #4 and #8 and  #12: (at least one larger and one smaller)  https://www.michaels.com/product/princeton-aqua-elite-synthetic-round-watercolor-brush-10553033 or Winsor Newton Cotman: https://www.michaels.com/product/winsor-newton-cotman-round-brush-10368012\nFlat brush such as Princeton Aqua Elite in 1/2″ or 3/4″: https://www.michaels.com/product/princeton-aqua-elite-synthetic-stroke-watercolor-brush-10553039 or the 1/2″ velvetouch version: https://www.michaels.com/product/princeton-velvetouch-series-3950-wash-brush-10658646\nScript Liner brush or small pointed round as this #1 Princeton Aqua Elite: https://www.michaels.com/product/princeton-aqua-elite-synthetic-liner-watercolor-brush-10553024   Or a small pointed round such as this #1 in velvetouch: https://www.michaels.com/product/princeton-velvetouch-series-3950-round-brush-10658641\n\nWatercolor Paint Tubes:  Winsor & Newton is a great brand. This is a great starter set\, however not all these colors are mandatory: https://www.michaels.com/product/winsor-newton-cotman-water-colours-10-color-paint-set-10636594?michaelsStore=5507&inv=3\   Try to bring at least these colors: Lemon Yellow\, Burnt Sienna\, Ultramarine Blue\, Cadmium Red Deep\, Permanent Rose (or Quinacridone Magenta or Rose) Hookers Green \nOPTIONAL:  Add- on colors not included in the above set:  Payne’s Grey\, Prussian Blue\, Alizarin Crimson\, Yellow Ochre\, Pthalo Blue \nPaper:  For the purposes of this class\, Strathmore’s 500 series is recommended over other student-grade paper. Their 400 series is available at Michaels\, but you don’t want to go lower in quality than that.  Regardless\, it’s a good idea to buy a large sheet of Arches paper (22″ x 30″) at Hobby Lobby for $8.99.  It can be torn into smaller sizes and you will see the difference in your results. Strathmore 500 series: https://www.michaels.com/product/strathmore-500-series-cold-press-ready-cut-watercolor-paper-D841196S?cm_mmc=PLASearch-_-google-_-18514200146-_-&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5deshs-ikwMV4nF_AB31GCefEAQYAiABEgJOW_D_BwE&pla_channel=online&sku=D841196S&channel=online&local=&dev=c&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=18508163256 \nTicket Policy: \n*No refunds \n*Sign up in advance! Ticket sales close at 8PM two nights before. Last minute inquiries\, call to check on availability. \n*Class minimum: 4 \n*In the event of not reaching the minimum\, class is subject to cancellation. \n*Cancellations by us will result in a credit towards a future class or a refund. \n 
URL:https://kickscrosslake.com/event/watercolor-workshop-beginners-guide-to-brushstrokes/
LOCATION:Kicks the Art Place\, 36066 County Road 66\, Crosslake\, MN\, 56442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshop
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SUMMARY:Fall Signboard Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The fall sign board is back for another workshop! You can come paint this on a new signboard\, or bring back your spring\, summer\, or winter signboards and paint the other side for a $10 discount. This signboard doesn’t require any prep-work; we begin on the raw\, unfinished wood. Our signboard workshops are 4 hours\, as we like to take our time\, and take a break in the middle as needed. Bring your favorite snacks & beverages\, or enjoy a coffee or tea we have available. This is a beautiful sign to put on your front step September-November! We believe the “Welcome” for our signboards are understood by the viewer as they approach your front door. With art like this\, how could they not feel welcomed? There’s no need for drawing skills to paint this design\, we provide graphite transfer paper to transfer your image. These workshops are for adults 18+ please! Come and join us for our final design to complete our 4-season collection- the fall sign board Red-Winged Blackbird! Register in ADVANCE\, seating is limited for signboard workshops.\n$89\nTicket Policy:\n*No refunds\n*Register in advance! Registration closes at 8PM the night before. Last minute registrants\, call to check on availability.\n*We reserve the right to require a registration minimum; classes are subject to change.\n*Any cancellation by us will result in a credit towards a future class or a refund.
URL:https://kickscrosslake.com/event/fall-signboard-workshop/
LOCATION:Kicks the Art Place\, 36066 County Road 66\, Crosslake\, MN\, 56442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshop
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Transfers (Iron Orchid Designs)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the fun\, easy technique of painting and applying Iron Orchid transfers onto a glass bottle. With the know-how from this class\, you can use this technique on furniture\, trays\, books\, boards…the possibilities are endless!\n$40 \nTicket Policy: \n*No refunds \n*Register in advance! Registration closes at 8PM the night before. Last minute registrants\, call to check on availability. \n*We reserve the right to require a registration minimum; classes are subject to change. \n*Any cancellation by us will result in a credit towards a future class or a refund.
URL:https://kickscrosslake.com/event/introduction-to-transfers-iron-orchid-designs/
LOCATION:Kicks the Art Place\, 36066 County Road 66\, Crosslake\, MN\, 56442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshop
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SUMMARY:How to Paint Trees: May 2nd & May 9th Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Like to attend paint along classes but always struggle with the trees? In this two-day workshop\, learn the basics of painting trees in acrylic paint with Sara Porter. Day One: We will cover the various paint brushes and the effects used to paint different types of trees commonly done in paint along classes. This is a two hour\, hands-on learning class with demonstrations and personalized guidance for beginners-intermediate.  Day Two: Using the skills acquired in the first class\, we will paint a landscape of various trees. Final painting design will be based on the class attendees–designed with YOU in mind.  Walk away from this class with increased confidence in all your future paint-along events! \nAll materials are included in the price. This ticket automatically registers you for both classes. Fridays\, May 2nd and 9th\, 6-8pm. $80 \n\nTicket Policy: \n*This ticket CANNOT BE SPLIT. However\, attending both classes is not mandatory. \n*Registration and payment in advance is required for this class. \n*No refunds for missed class. \n*Registration deadline: Wednesday\, April 30\, 8 PM. \n 
URL:https://kickscrosslake.com/event/how-to-paint-trees-may-2nd-may-9th-workshop/2025-05-09/
LOCATION:Kicks the Art Place\, 36066 County Road 66\, Crosslake\, MN\, 56442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshop
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SUMMARY:How to Paint Trees: May 2nd & May 9th Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Like to attend paint along classes but always struggle with the trees? In this two-day workshop\, learn the basics of painting trees in acrylic paint with Sara Porter. Day One: We will cover the various paint brushes and the effects used to paint different types of trees commonly done in paint along classes. This is a two hour\, hands-on learning class with demonstrations and personalized guidance for beginners-intermediate.  Day Two: Using the skills acquired in the first class\, we will paint a landscape of various trees. Final painting design will be based on the class attendees–designed with YOU in mind.  Walk away from this class with increased confidence in all your future paint-along events! \nAll materials are included in the price. This ticket automatically registers you for both classes. Fridays\, May 2nd and 9th\, 6-8pm. $80 \n\nTicket Policy: \n*This ticket CANNOT BE SPLIT. However\, attending both classes is not mandatory. \n*Registration and payment in advance is required for this class. \n*No refunds for missed class. \n*Registration deadline: Wednesday\, April 30\, 8 PM. \n 
URL:https://kickscrosslake.com/event/how-to-paint-trees-may-2nd-may-9th-workshop/2025-05-02/
LOCATION:Kicks the Art Place\, 36066 County Road 66\, Crosslake\, MN\, 56442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Workshop
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