Patrizia Ferreira
Fiber
Recreating Nature with Embroidery
Instructor: Patrizia Ferreria
Ages: 16+ years
Fee: $97 Resident / $112 Non-resident
Date & Time: Mondays, October 6 – October 27, 9:30 a.m.– 11:30 a.m.
Learn traditional embroidery techniques while painting with your thread. We will use the beautiful natural setting at Sertoma as inspiration to create embroideries that reflect the lushness of our surroundings. Each student will develop a unique landscape. Templates will be available, too. All Levels. 4 Sessions.
Youth & Teen
Teen Handbuilding
Instructor: Anne Terry
Ages: 12-16 years
Fee: $146 Resident / $161 Non-resident
Date & Time: Tuesdays, September 9 – October 14, 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
This class explores handbuilding techniques using the slab roller, using molds and making stamps from textures. All Levels. All Supplies are included. 6 Sessions.
Development
Building a Career with Creativity, Storytelling, and Strategy
Instructor: Kevin-John
Ages: 16+ years
Fee: $16 Resident / Non-resident
Date & Time: Monday, September 8, 9:30 a.m.– 11:30 a.m.
From a small studio in Millcreek to Disney, the NFL, and a galaxy far, far away” Kevin-John has built a nationally recognized art career rooted in storytelling, strategy, and passion. Through this six-part artist development and marketing program, he shares the creative insights and professional tools that have guided his collaborations with Disney, Lucasfilm, ESPN, the National Football League, and Major League Baseball.
Each session explores a different pillar of artistic growth from valuing your time and creativity to finding unexpected outlets for your work, mastering storytelling through your art, presenting yourself with confidence, and understanding contracts and royalties. Every class includes open Q&A time, giving participants the opportunity to ask questions, share ideas, and receive real-world, actionable feedback.
Whether you're just beginning your journey or looking to evolve your career, this program will help you build a foundation rooted in creativity, confidence, and clarity. Register for one session or all six!
Dance
Medieval Dance
Instructor: Larkke and Michael Flood
Ages: 10+ years
Fee: FREE
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 2 – December 9*, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Register online.
Oyez, oyez, oyez! One and All, bring your happy feet and join us for medieval dancing. No experience necessary. If you can tell left from right and count to four, that's all you need! *This program meets every other Tuesday
Specialized Recreation
SRIS Clay Exploration
Instructor: Sertoma Arts Center Staff
Ages: 16+ years
Fee: $25 Resident / $40 Non-resident
Date & Time: Fridays, August 1 – August 15*, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Register for SRIS Clay Exploration
Unleash your creativity in Clay Exploration, a welcoming and supportive beginner pottery program designed specifically for individuals with disabilities. Whether you’re new to clay or looking to explore a fun, tactile art form, this program offers an inclusive space for self-expression and artistic growth.
Experienced instructors provide step-by-step guidance in hand-building and glazing techniques while allowing participants the creative freedom to explore different texture, shapes, and styles at their own pace. Each month features an individual project with different construction techniques on a rotating basis so that we can explore many aspects of hand-building and grow your knowledge base!
Please note SRIS Clay Exploration does not qualify participants for studio membership or to work in the studio outside of class hours. *Skips August 8th.
