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Mission
Hearts for the Arts Workshop provides an outlet to achieve creative expression in a way that promotes personal growth, confidence and self-esteem. We are dedicated to enriching the lives of all people; young, old, disabled and non-disabled; through the therapy of art. We teach a wide variety of artistic methods and encourage creative independence by giving students the opportunity to experiment with different media, materials, and techniques, as well as the chance to collaborate with other artists. We strive to enrich the community with the diversity of art by holding student art exhibitions as well as by giving artists the opportunity to sell their work on our online store. Hearts for the Arts provides a safe, positive, person-centered environment that celebrates the diversity of artistic expression. We encourage you to share in this experience and become part of our creative home.
What We Offer:
• An open studio:
You pick the times that work best for you! Artists can schedule workshop hours for the month, week, or even just an event for the day. Call to set up an appointment.
• Hands-on training/skill-building in a large variety of artistic mediums:Techniques include (but are not limited to):
• Acrylic Painting
• Watercolor
• Graphite/Charcoal Drawing
• Oil Pastel
• Chalk
• Transfers
• Mixed Media/Collage
• Mosaics
• Artist materials at no extra cost:
We supply all artists with a variety of artist materials to create nearly any project desired.
• A positive learning environment:
We provide a quaint, positive and uplifting learning environment, taught by a trained and skilled artist.
• Gallery space and an outlet to sell your work:
Not only are we a learning center, but we also serve as a venue to promote and sell your art. Students have the opportunity to sell their work at our student art shows as well as in our online store.** Artists receive 75% of their sales.
** Regular artists (10 hours a month) may elect to participate in this service.
• Affordable Rates:
• Regular & Walk-In artists: Since our studio can be utilized in so many different ways, price varies. Rates start as low as $10 an hour. Call for quote.
• Groups (8 or more): Up to 30% discount
Studio Availability Hours:
Monday & Wednesday Children and Young Adult Classes: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: Adult Classes 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: Appointments Only
** Special appointments for groups or individual sessions can also be arranged Monday – Sunday upon request. Call for available times.
About the Owner/Instructor:
Shannon Harris has a B.F.A in Illustration and has worked as an Art Program Coordinator and Instructor for MRC Industries, a non-profit organization serving adults (ranging from 18-80 years) with developmental disabilities and brain trauma injuries. Shannon worked not only as an art therapist and mentor, but also as a skill-building coach in areas including: community socialization, practices in the work force, responsibility, determination and many other life skills. She has worked in Community Respite programs for children with disabilities in Kalamazoo, as well as instructed Very Special Arts (VSA) programs for Grand Rapids Public Schools. Shannon is certified in First Aid, CPR, and Bloodborne Pathogens and is trained in basic safety, Recipient Rights, and the MANDT Program (self-defense).
With Shannon’s warm and positive demeanor, she makes the studio a fun, inviting, and rewarding learning center for artists. She emphasizes individual artistic expression and works alongside the artists, teaching them the tools necessary to bring out each of their natural gifts and talents. Shannon has a love and passion for the arts as well as people, which is reflected greatly in her classes. Her uplifting workshops are a place you can have fun, learn, express yourself creatively and most importantly, grow. For questions or to schedule an appointment, Shannon can be reached at 616.450.1922 or hearts4thearts@live.com.
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