Instructor and student in painting class at Sertoma Arts Center

Image by Keenan Hairston

Take a Class at Sertoma Arts Center

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Check out some upcoming classes at Sertoma Arts Center, and use the links below to register online.

For a full list of classes available, visit RecLink or preview upcoming classes and programs in the Leisure Ledger.

Youth

Mini Monets

Instructor: Michelle Davis Petelinz
Ages: 1.5-2.5 years         
Fee: $66 Residents / $81 Non-residents
Date & Time:  Tuesday, May 14 – June 18, 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Register for Mini Monets

This class introduces little ones to a variety of art materials through hands-on learning. Discovery and creative play encourage the development of motor skills and group social skills. A parent or caregiver attends with child; only child should be registered for class. Supplies included. 6 sessions.

Petite Picassos

Instructor: Michelle Davis Petelinz
Ages: 1.5-2.5 years         
Fee: $76 Residents / $91 Non-residents
Date & Time:  Tuesday, May 14 – June 18, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Register for Petite PIcassos

Classes will encourage children to create unique works of art as we explore different painting and craft techniques. We'll read a new book that will inspire our projects each week. The classes provide preschool prep with a focus on student independence. No parent/guardian participation. Supplies included. 6 sessions.

Art- Game Creators

Instructor: Michelle Davis Petelinz
Ages: 7 - 12 years         
Fee: $116 Residents / $131 Non-residents
Date & Time:  Thursday, May 16 – June 20, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Register for Game Creators

If you've ever wanted to make up your own board game where you set the rules, design the board and create the game pieces, here's your chance! We'll find out what makes a fun game so that you can become a game designer and dream up an entire game with a book of rules, pieces, and more. On the last day of class, we'll play everyone's game! Supplies included. 6 Sessions.

Pottery- Green Man Tile 

Instructor: Patty Merrell
Ages: 7 - 12 years         
Fee: $36 Residents / $51 Non-residents
Date & Time:  Tuesday, May 14 – May 21, 4:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Register for Youth Pottery- Green Man Tile

The Green Man is a sculptural face made of leaves with branches and vines sprouting from the mouth or other parts of the face. It is found in many ancient cultures. Students will create their own version during the first class and will glaze it in varying shades of green during the second. Pottery will be ready for pick up 2 weeks after the last class. Supplies provided. 2 sessions.

Pottery- Youth Handbuilding: Pop! Bang! Boom!

Instructor: Ashley Bonner
Ages: 9 - 13 years         
Fee: $377 Residents / $52 Non-residents
Date & Time:  Tuesday, June 25– July 2, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Register for Youth Handbuilding: Pop! Bang! Boom!

Create bright, eye-catching wall hangings using hand-building techniques! On the first day of class, students will create ceramic works; on the second day, they will decorate them with vibrant glazes. This class is a great way for Youth to explore art! Supplies are included. Projects will be ready for pickup about 2 weeks after the last class. Supplies included. 2 sessions.

Teen

A girl sits at a table concentrating as she draws

Drawing Fundamentals for Teens

Instructor: Anne Terry
Ages: 13 - 17 years         
Fee: $91 Residents / $106 Non-residents
Date & Time:  Monday, May 13 – June 24, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Register for Drawing Fundamentals for Teens

This class will explore drawing fundamentals such as contour drawing, gesture drawing, value and shading, composition and perspective. We will draw figures, landscapes in realistic and abstract experiments using a variety of drawing materials: pencil, pen, charcoal, colored pencils, pastels and markers. Supplies included. 6 sessions. No Class: May 27

Pottery

Fun Friday Handbuilding

Instructor: Ashley Bonner
Ages: 16+ years         
Fee: $52 Residents / $67 Non-residents
Date & Time:  Friday, June 14 – June 21, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Register for Pottery- Fun Friday Handbuilding

Explore the world of clay with these project-focused workshops on Fridays! Each workshop will have a different themed project that can be completed in two short sittings. The first day will be for creation, while the second will be for glazing. Projects are great for beginners or experienced potters. No experience is required. Projects will be ready for pick-up about 2 weeks after the workshop. Workshops do not qualify for a studio card. $10 supply fee paid to instructor at the start of the workshop. June: Ceramic Solstice Suns. 

Fibers

Continuing Garment Sewing: Supportive Bralette and Underwear

Instructor: Katie Maxey
Ages: 18+ years         
Fee: $73 Residents / $88 Non-residents
Date & Time:  Tuesday, June 4 – June 11, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Register for Fibers- Continuing Garment Sewing: Bralette and Underwear

For intermediate sewists who are interested in starting out with making their own underwear. We will be making a supportive bralette without underwires that can be made with or without lace detailing. Techniques used in this class can be applied to making more complex bras in the future. View the supply list. 2 sessions. 

Cosplay Crunch Workshop and Social

Instructor: Katie Maxey
Ages: 13+ years         
Fee: $31 Residents / $46 Non-residents
Date & Time:  Saturday, June 8, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Register for Fibers- Cosplay Crunch Workshop and Social

For any level of sewist who is interested in working on their cosplays with a group of other members of the community with the opportunity to get advice or support from an experienced costumer. Bring your current cosplay project, sewing machines, and supplies, and we will do our best to get you ready for your upcoming event! We will have a limited number of sewing machines to borrow if you do not have your own. Please do not bring resin or worbla, for safety reasons and for the limitations of our center. 1 Sessions. 

Jewelry & Metals

A photograph of a metal work necklace made by artist Sarah West.

Beginning Metals

Instructor: Sarah West
Ages: 16+ years         
Fee: $146 Residents / $161 Non-residents
Date & Time:  Saturday, May 18 – June 29, 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Register for Jewelry- Beginning Metals

Design and construct earrings, pins, pendants, charms or other small objects and tokens in this basic metalworking class. Students will learn to saw, file, hammer and solder wire and sheet metals to create individual projects. Students may purchase and bring in their own silver for projects. Optional jewelry kits will be available for $25. The kit will provide each student with solder, sawblades, drill bits, sandpaper and a small amount of copper to get started on projects. Optional jewelry kits will be available for $25. No Class: June 8.

Contact

 

Darby Allison
Recreation Specialist, Sertoma Arts Center
darby.allison@raleighnc.gov
919-996-2329

Sertoma Arts Center

Lead Department:
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
Service Categories:
Raleigh ArtsParks Programs

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