Saturdays, Jan. 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14
Bring your monsters to life on an iPad in a four-week Procreate series taught by Midland illustrator Drew Boggemes-Bell. Over four Saturday sessions you’ll learn brushes, layers, lighting and export settings to turn sketches into finished fantasy, sci-fi, or horror scenes.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours per session (4 sessions)
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; fine motor control and basic iPad familiarity are helpful
Wildlife
History
The series is taught by Midland-based filmmaker-illustrator Drew Boggemes-Bell (aka D.Bogeyman), tying the course to the town’s emerging indie arts scene.
Conservation
Digital art reduces paper and paint waste compared with traditional mediums; students are encouraged to export work responsibly and recycle any used physical materials.
Creative 360
Saturdays, Jan. 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14
Creative 360 is a community-centered arts organization based in Midland, Michigan, offering a broad calendar of performances, classes, workshops, and volunteer opportunities. Dedicated to accessible arts education, Creative 360 runs inclusive semesters such as Artshop Clay and Artshop Painting Explorations that welcome participants of all ages and abilities, including those with disabilities. Small class sizes—typically limited to eight students for specialized hands-on art sessions—ensure personalized attention and skill development.
Creative 360 presents recurring public performances including the free Sound Community Music Series held every second Wednesday, featuring classical and jazz artists like Trio Rubaton and electro-acoustic sets. The venue hosts visiting artists and special concerts such as the June performance by Michigan native Sarah Bomber. Seasonal programming includes a Summer Theatre Intensive for ages 11–17 where students audition, rehearse, and perform under a professional director, and short-term workshops like Sewing for Everyone focused on upcycling and practical skills.
Community engagement is central to Creative 360’s mission: the organization operates volunteer programs that allow community members to support events and enjoy performances, and coordinates special events such as the inaugural Holiday Art Fair during Midland’s Holiday Arts Weekend. Additional offerings like Tai Chi 360 provide wellness-focused movement classes suitable for all levels. Creative 360 partners with local artists and instructors to maintain a varied, community-rooted schedule of arts experiences in Midland.
Location
Midland, MI
Central hub for local arts
Free Concerts
Monthly
Second Wednesday music series
Inclusive Classes
Small groups
Artshop classes capped at 8
Programs Offered
10 experiences
Workshops, concerts, and more
Reserve a class, register for a performance, or sign up to volunteer and connect with Midland’s active arts scene.
Bring a fully charged iPad
Charge your device and bring a charger—full sessions of Procreate can drain batteries fast.
Install Procreate before class
Download Procreate and test your Apple Pencil to avoid setup delays—class time focuses on technique, not installs.
Back up your files
Use iCloud or AirDrop to back up layered .procreate files so you can continue work after the course ends.
Arrive 10–15 minutes early
Settle into your workspace and open your reference files so the instructor can begin on time.
iPad (required)
Primary canvas for Procreate and the core tool for the class
Apple Pencil (required)
Pressure-sensitive stylus needed for brushes, shading and precise linework
Procreate app (required)
Ensure Procreate is downloaded and updated before the first session
Charger and protective case
A charger keeps you powered through two-hour classes; a case protects your device between sessions