Art Reach of Mid Michigan invites you to an evening of mystery, intrigue, and unforgettable entertainment at our annual Murder Mystery fundraiser.

Step into a world of fine art and deception at The Great Gallery Grab, an Art Heist–themed murder mystery set in a glamorous museum gallery. A priceless work of art has been stolen, and every guest is a potential suspect. As the evening unfolds, clues will surface, secrets will be revealed, and it will be up to you to help uncover the truth.

Guests will enjoy an interactive theatrical performance, a delicious catered dinner by Mountain Town Station, specialty drinks, and a silent auction featuring exciting travel experiences and unique items. Come dressed for a night at the gallery and prepare to immerse yourself in the mystery.

All proceeds from the evening support the programs of Art Reach of Mid Michigan, helping us inspire creativity and connection throughout our community.

🗓 Friday, May 1, 2026
📍 Mid Michigan College Community Room
2600 S. Summerton Rd, Mt. Pleasant

One priceless work.
Too many suspects.

Celebrate ahead of this Mother’s Day with a dose of spring freshness and greenery! Instructor Kim Bigard will guide you in creating handcrafted soy jar candles, cold process soap and finish with planting teacups with diminutive succulents. Selecting from an assortment of seasonal, floral, or food-forward scents, participants can match their creations to their individual preferences. Students will leave with a 16oz soy candle, a 1 lb. batch of vegan cold process soap and a dainty teacup planting. This is perfect for a fun afternoon out with friends or family, or to create a special handmade gift for a treasured mother figure.

This workshop will be held from 1-3:30 pm, Saturday, May 2, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended age: 10 and up

Note: Soapmaking utilizes lye, so long sleeves and closed-toe shoes should be worn. Gloves and eye protection will be provided.

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Join jewelry artist Becki Brandow for a multi-media approach to jewelry making. Working from wood pendant blanks, you’ll be guided in woodburning techniques to add decorative flair to your pendant, and guided in beading your necklace. Selecting from an assortment of wood and glass beads, crystals, and more, you’ll learn how to design and lay out your pattern, string your necklace, and tie off. A protective finish is available for your wood pendant. All supplies provided and no experience necessary!

This workshop will be held from 4-6 pm on Saturday, May 2, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended age: 12 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Join instructor Tanya Ehrsam for a fun fiber workshop creating coiled rope bowls. Perfect for using up that yarn stash, lengths of yarn are wrapped, coiled, and sewn into functional, art-forward vessels to be used or decoratively displayed. Rope bowls make a great handmade gift for loved ones!

You will be provided assorted yarns, or you may bring scraps of your own to suit your color preference. You are welcome to bring your sewing machine, or Art Reach will provide a machine if needed. Only basic sewing machine experience is needed, and all supplies are provided.

This workshop will be held from 1-4 pm on Sunday, May 3, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt Pleasant, MI.

Recommended age: 14 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

This is a recurring 4-week class for students who wish to hone their colored pencil skills further with artist and instructor Julie Tyslicky. Class is dedicated to advanced ideas and rotating projects, as well as critique for serious students building a portfolio and looking to exhibit their work. Students MUST have completed Intro to Colored Pencils with Julie Tyslicky to enroll in this class.

This 4-week course will be held from 6-8 pm on Monday, May 4-25, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended ages: Adults only

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Students interested in improving their drawing skills in portraiture are invited to join instructor Matthew Grimmer for this 6-week course. Students will begin by exploring the basics of structure and linework, sketching small studies as they prepare for more developed portraits in later sessions.  We will cover how to build and shape in 3-D using pencils and will cover basic areas of drawing, such as overall composition, cross-hatching to create form, and making the most of light and shadow, all within the context of the figure.

The course will focus on achieving stylized anatomical-realism through a slow-paced practice involving drawing from life using mirrors while utilizing lessons based on measurements, comparison, and thoughtful mark-making. Each session will begin with a short demonstration followed by work time with individual instruction. By the end of the course, students should have an understanding of the anatomy of the head, the complexity of shapes that create the face, and its relationship to drawing their portraiture, as well as improved confidence in their pencil handling.

This course will be held weekly from 5:30-8 pm on Tuesdays, May 5-June 9, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended ages: 13 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Wee Wednesday invites babies, toddlers, and young children to explore art in a relaxed, hands-on environment. Held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month, this bi-monthly class encourages curiosity and creativity through simple projects that introduce color, texture, and playful materials. Kids can paint, build, stamp, squish, swirl, sing, and experiment at their own pace while caregivers join in on the fun.

The program starts at 10 am, Wednesday, May 6, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Designed with ages 0–5 in mind but welcoming to older siblings, Wee Wednesday is a flexible, sensory-rich art experience where every child can create, discover, and make a little joyful mess.

Celebrate this spring with color, creativity, and a flock of feathered inspiration! Led by instructor Cheryl Meyer, you’ll focus on capturing the charm, movement, and personality of birds through expressive painting techniques. Each week in this 4-session course will feature a different warbler, and this class will guide you in bringing them to life on paper.

Perfect for beginner to intermediate artists, we’ll explore watercolor fundamentals such as wet-on-wet, layering, and texture while also learning how to sketch dynamic bird forms, render feathers, and create harmonious backgrounds. This series helps build your skills and confidence in watercolor.

This 4-week course will be held weekly from 3-5:30 pm on Wednesday, April 15-May 6, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI. Select from the discounted full course or individual sessions.

• April 15: Yellow-rumped Warbler

• April 22: Black-and-white Warbler

• April 29: Blackburnian Warbler

• May 6: Black-throated Blue Warbler

Recommended age: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Show appreciation for some of our endangered flying friends that call Michigan home. Led by instructor Cheryl Meyer, you’ll focus on capturing the charm, movement, and personality of birds through expressive painting techniques in watercolor. Each week in this 4-session course will feature a different feathered friend, and this class will guide you in bringing them to life on paper.

Perfect for beginner to intermediate artists, we’ll explore watercolor fundamentals such as wet-on-wet, layering, and texture while also learning how to sketch dynamic bird forms, render feathers, and create harmonious backgrounds. This series helps build your skills and confidence in watercolor.

This 4-week course will be held weekly from 1-3:30 pm on Thursdays, May 7-28, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI. Select from the discounted full course or individual sessions.

May 7: Kirtland’s Warbler

May 14: Peregrine Falcon

May 21: Piping Plover

May 28: American Barn Owl

Recommended age: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Brews & Brushes is the perfect way to unwind, get creative, and enjoy a fun evening out. This monthly acrylic painting class is led by Brenda O’Brien, who provides step-by-step instructions to help you create a beautiful 16x20 masterpiece, no matter your skill level. Bring your favorite beverage, invite a friend, and let your imagination flow! We provide all the supplies you need—just come ready to paint and leave with a finished work of art. Brews & Brushes is a great way to explore your artistic side in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

This class will be held from 5:30 to 8:30 pm, Thursday, May 7, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended for adults 21+

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Join instructor Jenny Clark for an exploration of the natural world through pressed botanicals. Jenny will provide an assortment of floral and foliar specimens already pressed and dried, to be artfully arranged in framed teacup collage artworks. As every flower is unique, so are the resulting projects. Students will be guided in best practices for pressing their own botanicals to continue their journey in this medium. Gardening and nature enthusiasts will be delighted to have beautiful artworks displaying the intricate details and vibrant colors of the natural world preserved in glass. This is a lovely idea for a creative experience with a mother figure, just in time for Mother’s Day!

This workshop will be held from 1-3 pm on Saturday, May 9, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

 Recommended age: 13 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

This is a recurring 4-week class for students who wish to hone their colored pencil skills further with artist and instructor Julie Tyslicky. Class is dedicated to advanced ideas and rotating projects, as well as critique for serious students building a portfolio and looking to exhibit their work. Students MUST have completed Intro to Colored Pencils with Julie Tyslicky to enroll in this class.

This 4-week course will be held from 6-8 pm on Monday, May 4-25, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended ages: Adults only

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Discover the beauty and fragility of two of our threatened or endangered Michigan orchids in this watercolor study course. Led by instructor Cheryl Meyer, each session will feature a different species, and this class will guide you in bringing them to life on paper.

Perfect for beginner to intermediate artists, we’ll explore watercolor fundamentals such as wet-on-wet, layering, and texture while also learning how to identify and sketch botanical details, mix colors, and create harmonious compositions. This series helps build your skills and confidence in watercolor.

This 2-week course will be held weekly from 3-5 pm on Tuesday, May 12-19, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI. Select from the discounted course or pick individual sessions.

May 12: Showy Lady’s Slipper

May 19: Dragon’s Mouth Orchid

Recommended age: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Students interested in improving their drawing skills in portraiture are invited to join instructor Matthew Grimmer for this 6-week course. Students will begin by exploring the basics of structure and linework, sketching small studies as they prepare for more developed portraits in later sessions.  We will cover how to build and shape in 3-D using pencils and will cover basic areas of drawing, such as overall composition, cross-hatching to create form, and making the most of light and shadow, all within the context of the figure.

The course will focus on achieving stylized anatomical-realism through a slow-paced practice involving drawing from life using mirrors while utilizing lessons based on measurements, comparison, and thoughtful mark-making. Each session will begin with a short demonstration followed by work time with individual instruction. By the end of the course, students should have an understanding of the anatomy of the head, the complexity of shapes that create the face, and its relationship to drawing their portraiture, as well as improved confidence in their pencil handling.

This course will be held weekly from 5:30-8 pm on Tuesdays, May 5-June 9, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended ages: 13 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Show appreciation for some of our endangered flying friends that call Michigan home. Led by instructor Cheryl Meyer, you’ll focus on capturing the charm, movement, and personality of birds through expressive painting techniques in watercolor. Each week in this 4-session course will feature a different feathered friend, and this class will guide you in bringing them to life on paper.

Perfect for beginner to intermediate artists, we’ll explore watercolor fundamentals such as wet-on-wet, layering, and texture while also learning how to sketch dynamic bird forms, render feathers, and create harmonious backgrounds. This series helps build your skills and confidence in watercolor.

This 4-week course will be held weekly from 1-3:30 pm on Thursdays, May 7-28, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI. Select from the discounted full course or individual sessions.

May 14: Peregrine Falcon

May 21: Piping Plover

May 28: American Barn Owl

Recommended age: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Club Create is a program created in partnership with Michigan Arts Access for adults with disabilities. Club Create offers adults with disabilities hands-on experiences in the arts, led by professional artists. Club members participate in an art experience at each meeting and also have time to socialize with other club members. Club Create of Mid Michigan meets 5:30-7 pm on the second Thursday of each month. Caregivers are welcome to participate as well.

Club Create of Mid Michigan members will meet from 5:30 pm-7 pm, Thursday, May 14, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Join us for a crash course in the art of plein air! Led by instructor Cheryl Meyer, we invite you to explore the world around us while capturing its essence with a watercolor palette.

The class is suitable for beginners and intermediate artists alike, providing a supportive and nurturing atmosphere for everyone. The class will learn the basics of plein air painting in watercolor and take our work to the streets of downtown Mt. Pleasant. Recreate historical architecture. Capture light and color in the moment. Instructions will be based on our surroundings. If it rains, we will work from the classroom. Students should bring a camp chair or stool to sit on location.

This workshop takes place from 9 am-noon, Friday, May 15, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at 111 E. Broadway St. in Mt Pleasant.

Students should bring a camp chair. All other supplies are provided.

Recommended ages: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Declutter your nightstand necessities and create a cute & functional patchwork pocket caddy for your bedside. Instructor Kim Bigard will guide beginners to machine sewing and quilting in constructing multi-pocketed layers in coordinating fabrics. Students will learn some basic patchwork skills, how to create a “quilt sandwich” with their layers and batting, and create simple quilted patterns to stabilize the layers. Students can bring their own sewing machine or use our studio machines. Assorted cotton fabrics are available to pick from, or students may bring an assortment of yardage or fat quarters to create their preferred colorway. This is a great way to use up fabric scraps!

Each caddy will use 4-5 fat quarters, a mix of yardage and charm packs, or approximately 1 ¼ yd of fabric total.

This workshop will be held from 1-4 pm on Saturday, May 16, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at 111 E. Broadway, Mount Pleasant, MI.

Recommended age: 12 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Unwind with an evening of watercolor painting led by Cheryl Meyer! Bring your favorite wine, a friend, and your creativity for this relaxing Saturday workshop. Participants will learn watercolor techniques while painting a guided landscape composition. All instruction and art supplies are provided, making it the perfect opportunity to embrace your creativity.

Wine & Watercolors will be held 6-8:30 pm, Saturday, May 16, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended age: Adults 21+

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Knitters and crocheters, boost your yarn stash and learn the science of dyeing with instructor Tanya Ehrsam. You’ll be supplied with 2 skeins of wool yarn and supplies to acid-dye vibrant custom colors, helping you hone your colorways to perfection. Students should bring some basic supplies that can be designated for future dyeing projects. All other supplies will be provided for a $25 supply fee (included in tuition).

Student supply list:

• Rubber gloves (dishwashing gloves or multiple pairs of nitrile gloves)

• Tongs

• Stainless steel or glass 4qt+ pot/crock-pot–dedicated to dyeing

• Measuring spoon set –¼ & ½ tsp are essential

• food/candy thermometer–dedicated

• Shoe box tote or washed treat container 4 qt size+

This workshop will be held from 11 am-2 pm on Sunday, May 17, in the Brannan Family Meeting Room at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI.

Recommended age: 13 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

This is a recurring 4-week class for students who wish to hone their colored pencil skills further with artist and instructor Julie Tyslicky. Class is dedicated to advanced ideas and rotating projects, as well as critique for serious students building a portfolio and looking to exhibit their work. Students MUST have completed Intro to Colored Pencils with Julie Tyslicky to enroll in this class.

This 4-week course will be held from 6-8 pm on Monday, May 4-25, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended ages: Adults only

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Discover the beauty and fragility of two of our threatened or endangered Michigan orchids in this watercolor study course. Led by instructor Cheryl Meyer, each session will feature a different species, and this class will guide you in bringing them to life on paper.

Perfect for beginner to intermediate artists, we’ll explore watercolor fundamentals such as wet-on-wet, layering, and texture while also learning how to identify and sketch botanical details, mix colors, and create harmonious compositions. This series helps build your skills and confidence in watercolor.

This 2-week course will be held weekly from 3-5 pm on Tuesday, May 12-19, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI. Select from the discounted course or pick individual sessions.

May 12: Showy Lady’s Slipper

May 19: Dragon’s Mouth Orchid

Recommended age: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Students interested in improving their drawing skills in portraiture are invited to join instructor Matthew Grimmer for this 6-week course. Students will begin by exploring the basics of structure and linework, sketching small studies as they prepare for more developed portraits in later sessions.  We will cover how to build and shape in 3-D using pencils and will cover basic areas of drawing, such as overall composition, cross-hatching to create form, and making the most of light and shadow, all within the context of the figure.

The course will focus on achieving stylized anatomical-realism through a slow-paced practice involving drawing from life using mirrors while utilizing lessons based on measurements, comparison, and thoughtful mark-making. Each session will begin with a short demonstration followed by work time with individual instruction. By the end of the course, students should have an understanding of the anatomy of the head, the complexity of shapes that create the face, and its relationship to drawing their portraiture, as well as improved confidence in their pencil handling.

This course will be held weekly from 5:30-8 pm on Tuesdays, May 5-June 9, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended ages: 13 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Wee Wednesday invites babies, toddlers, and young children to explore art in a relaxed, hands-on environment. Held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month, this bi-monthly class encourages curiosity and creativity through simple projects that introduce color, texture, and playful materials. Kids can paint, build, stamp, squish, swirl, sing, and experiment at their own pace while caregivers join in on the fun.

The program starts at 10 am, Wednesday, May 20, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Designed with ages 0–5 in mind but welcoming to older siblings, Wee Wednesday is a flexible, sensory-rich art experience where every child can create, discover, and make a little joyful mess.

Show appreciation for some of our endangered flying friends that call Michigan home. Led by instructor Cheryl Meyer, you’ll focus on capturing the charm, movement, and personality of birds through expressive painting techniques in watercolor. Each week in this 4-session course will feature a different feathered friend, and this class will guide you in bringing them to life on paper.

Perfect for beginner to intermediate artists, we’ll explore watercolor fundamentals such as wet-on-wet, layering, and texture while also learning how to sketch dynamic bird forms, render feathers, and create harmonious backgrounds. This series helps build your skills and confidence in watercolor.

This 4-week course will be held weekly from 1-3:30 pm on Thursdays, May 7-28, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI. Select from the discounted full course or individual sessions.

May 21: Piping Plover

May 28: American Barn Owl

Recommended age: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Mini Masters is a delightful monthly acrylic painting class designed to inspire creativity in young artists. With step-by-step guidance, participants will create an 8x10 canvas masterpiece to take home. Perfect for beginners, this class offers a welcoming environment with no experience required and all supplies included. Whether you’re discovering art for the first time or nurturing a growing passion, Mini Masters is a wonderful way to enjoy a fun and fulfilling creative experience.

Mini Masters will be held from 5:30-7 pm, Thursday, May 21, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended age: 6 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Looking to enhance your drawing skills by working with a live model? Guided by instructor Matt Grimmer, students will have the opportunity to work from life with a model. The live model will change poses frequently, so students can work on creating shorter, quicker sketches which involve more movement. This is helpful for small studies and getting a looser drawing style.

This open studio will be held from 5:30-8 pm, Friday, May 22, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant

Recommended age: 13 and up

Deepen your understanding of oil painting with artist Matthew Grimmer. Over this weekend's intensive workshop, students will work quickly with a limited palette, while learning the essentials of oil painting and draughtsmanship as we paint from a floral-themed still life. Students can expect to primarily focus on structure and paint application, as we work with earthen-tone and natural pigments to express our subject. This class is welcome to all skill levels.

This 2-day workshop will be held from 2-5:30 pm on Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24 in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended age: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Deepen your understanding of oil painting with artist Matthew Grimmer. Over this weekend's intensive workshop, students will work quickly with a limited palette, while learning the essentials of oil painting and draughtsmanship as we paint from a floral-themed still life. Students can expect to primarily focus on structure and paint application, as we work with earthen-tone and natural pigments to express our subject. This class is welcome to all skill levels.

This 2-day workshop will be held from 2-5:30 pm on Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24 in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended age: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

This is a recurring 4-week class for students who wish to hone their colored pencil skills further with artist and instructor Julie Tyslicky. Class is dedicated to advanced ideas and rotating projects, as well as critique for serious students building a portfolio and looking to exhibit their work. Students MUST have completed Intro to Colored Pencils with Julie Tyslicky to enroll in this class.

This 4-week course will be held from 6-8 pm on Monday, May 4-25, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended ages: Adults only

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Students interested in improving their drawing skills in portraiture are invited to join instructor Matthew Grimmer for this 6-week course. Students will begin by exploring the basics of structure and linework, sketching small studies as they prepare for more developed portraits in later sessions.  We will cover how to build and shape in 3-D using pencils and will cover basic areas of drawing, such as overall composition, cross-hatching to create form, and making the most of light and shadow, all within the context of the figure.

The course will focus on achieving stylized anatomical-realism through a slow-paced practice involving drawing from life using mirrors while utilizing lessons based on measurements, comparison, and thoughtful mark-making. Each session will begin with a short demonstration followed by work time with individual instruction. By the end of the course, students should have an understanding of the anatomy of the head, the complexity of shapes that create the face, and its relationship to drawing their portraiture, as well as improved confidence in their pencil handling.

This course will be held weekly from 5:30-8 pm on Tuesdays, May 5-June 9, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended ages: 13 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Club Create is a program created in partnership with Michigan Arts Access for adults with disabilities. Club Create offers adults with disabilities hands-on experiences in the arts, led by professional artists. Club members participate in an art experience at each meeting and also have time to socialize with other club members. Club Create of Mid Michigan meets 10:30 am-12 pm on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Caregivers are welcome to participate as well.

Club Create of Mid Michigan members will meet from 10:30 am-12 pm, Wednesday, May 27, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Dive into the vibrant world of alcohol inks with instructor Judi Steffke in this beginner-friendly class celebrating the beauty of flowers! Alcohol inks are a bold, expressive medium known for their fluidity, unpredictability, and stunning, abstract effects. Whether you're an experienced artist or trying something new, this class offers a fun and relaxed environment to explore the magic of inks on non-porous papers. This series will offer a pearlescent floral image at each session, painted on black paper.

Check out these future dates for more workshops in alcohol ink!

• Iris: June 3- 5:30-7:30p

• Hydrangea: June 10- 10a-12p

This workshop will be held from 1-3 pm on Wednesday, May 27, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended age: 14 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Show appreciation for some of our endangered flying friends that call Michigan home. Led by instructor Cheryl Meyer, you’ll focus on capturing the charm, movement, and personality of birds through expressive painting techniques in watercolor. Each week in this 4-session course will feature a different feathered friend, and this class will guide you in bringing them to life on paper.

Perfect for beginner to intermediate artists, we’ll explore watercolor fundamentals such as wet-on-wet, layering, and texture while also learning how to sketch dynamic bird forms, render feathers, and create harmonious backgrounds. This series helps build your skills and confidence in watercolor.

This 4-week course will be held weekly from 1-3:30 pm on Thursdays, May 7-28, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI. Select from the discounted full course or individual sessions.

Recommended age: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Come and experience the beauty, immediacy, and freedom of an art form that breaks all the rules. Led by mixed media artist Deborah Clark, you will learn how to compose a heartfelt journal using inexpensive resources and bits and scraps from your daily life. Learn the essential tools needed to start your own art journaling practice and explore a wide variety of tools to see which you love the most. Registrants will receive a fun list of junk journaling items to bring to class to create their first, fun pages in an easily constructed kraft paper journal that we’ll create together. No specific art skills are needed!

Future work sessions will include a short lesson to build additional skills, an ephemera exchange between students, and open studio work time and supplies to continue your junk journaling journey!

This workshop will be held from 5:30 to 8 pm, Friday, May 29, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended age: 13 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Come Paint the Pavement with us on Saturday, May 30, 2026, starting at approximately 10 am. We will be painting the intersections of Broadway & Main, Broadway & University, Broadway & Court, and Broadway & Franklin, in beautiful downtown Mt. Pleasant. It is not necessary to register to paint and the event is free to everyone. The event is funded in part through Destination Development Funds from the Mt. Pleasant Area Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Michigan Arts and Cultural Council, secured by the City of Mt. Pleasant.

Volunteer timeline:
7–10 am: Setup – Volunteers and staff will be taping out the design on the three intersections, hauling supplies from Art Reach to each intersection, and putting traffic barricades in place.
10 am-1 pm: Volunteers and staff will fill paint trays, direct painters to areas needing to be painted, and direct foot traffic. Community painters will be painting during this time.
1 pm (approximately): Cleanup (including putting the final touches on each intersection), cleaning brushes, tearing down paint stations, hauling supplies back to Art Reach, etc.

Students interested in improving their drawing skills in portraiture are invited to join instructor Matthew Grimmer for this 6-week course. Students will begin by exploring the basics of structure and linework, sketching small studies as they prepare for more developed portraits in later sessions.  We will cover how to build and shape in 3-D using pencils and will cover basic areas of drawing, such as overall composition, cross-hatching to create form, and making the most of light and shadow, all within the context of the figure.

The course will focus on achieving stylized anatomical-realism through a slow-paced practice involving drawing from life using mirrors while utilizing lessons based on measurements, comparison, and thoughtful mark-making. Each session will begin with a short demonstration followed by work time with individual instruction. By the end of the course, students should have an understanding of the anatomy of the head, the complexity of shapes that create the face, and its relationship to drawing their portraiture, as well as improved confidence in their pencil handling.

This course will be held weekly from 5:30-8 pm on Tuesdays, May 5-June 9, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended ages: 13 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Students interested in improving their drawing skills in portraiture are invited to join instructor Matthew Grimmer for this 6-week course. Students will begin by exploring the basics of structure and linework, sketching small studies as they prepare for more developed portraits in later sessions.  We will cover how to build and shape in 3-D using pencils and will cover basic areas of drawing, such as overall composition, cross-hatching to create form, and making the most of light and shadow, all within the context of the figure.

The course will focus on achieving stylized anatomical-realism through a slow-paced practice involving drawing from life using mirrors while utilizing lessons based on measurements, comparison, and thoughtful mark-making. Each session will begin with a short demonstration followed by work time with individual instruction. By the end of the course, students should have an understanding of the anatomy of the head, the complexity of shapes that create the face, and its relationship to drawing their portraiture, as well as improved confidence in their pencil handling.

This course will be held weekly from 5:30-8 pm on Tuesdays, May 5-June 9, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended ages: 13 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.