Papermaking
Intro to Western Papermaking Workshop
Instructor: Sarah Ann Austin
Ages: 10+ years
Fee: $121 Resident / $136 Non-resident
Date & Time: Saturday (10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) and Sunday (12:00 – 4:30 p.m.), August 2 – August 3
Register for Intro to Western Papermaking Workshop
Experience Sarah Ann Austin's Annual immersive weekend papermaking workshop and learn the art of crafting your own paper from discarded clothing. You'll explore the fascinating world of Western papermaking, examining the use of the Critter Hollander Beater and delving into the unique properties of various fibers, from cotton rag to hemp. Through hands-on demonstrations, you'll learn the essential techniques of studio preparation, consistent sheet formation, and paper applications. Whether you're a seasoned artist or a curious beginner, this workshop is designed to inspire and empower you. No prior experience is necessary. Please note: This workshop involves hands-on work and can be noisy. Participants seeking a less stimulating environment can work closely with the instructor. Waterproof aprons and shoes are recommended. $20 supply fee due to instructor at the start of class. 2 sessions, one weekend (10:30-4 Saturday and 12-4:30 Sunday).
Youth and Teen
Bead Club
Instructor: Anne Terry
Ages: 10-16 years
Fee: $15 Resident/ Non-resident
Date & Time: Saturday, July 19, 2:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Register for Youth and Teen Bead Club
This new club will focus on making beaded jewelry, bead stitches and anything to do with beads of all sizes! Open to all levels of experience. All supplies included. 1 Session.
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.
Register for Fall classes on July 22nd!
This class explores handbuilding techniques using the slab roller, using molds and making stamps from textures. All Levels. All Supplies are included. 6 Sessions.
Painting
Abstraction
Instructor: Peter Marin
Ages: 16+ years
Fee: $145 Resident / $160 Non-resident
Date & Time: Fridays, July 25 – August 29, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
This course offers a process to working abstractly by identifying common themes. By revising these themes, students are able to identify their preferences and make abstract work that is representative of its author. Any wet media welcome. Student supplies their own materials - bring at least one support/substrate to class along with all your preferred materials. 6 sessions.
Mixed Media
Art Journal Workshop
Instructor: Ashley Bonner
Ages: 12+ years
Fee: $101 Resident / $116 Non-resident
Date & Time: Saturday and Saturday, July 26 – July 27, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Register for Art Journal Workshop
Enjoy a relaxing weekend filling your notebook with art, poetry, or even your grocery list! We will be going through different fun and relaxing ways to prime and prep the pages in your notebook. There will be opportunities for guided creation as well as independent creation throughout class time. We will talk through different ways you can enjoy using your new art journal during class, and create a list of ideas for use after class ends. $10 supply fee due to instructor at beginning of class for materials (instructor providing some collage materials, and a small journal). 2 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.
Register for Fall classes on July 22nd!
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!
Jewelry & Metals
Continuing Metals
Instructor: Sarah West
Ages: 16+ years
Fee: $146 Resident / $161 Non-resident
Date & Time: Saturday, August 2 – September 6*, 12:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Register for Continuing Metals
Prerequisite: Beginning Metals class at Pullen or Sertoma Arts Center. Continue to expand your jewelry making skills learning to solder, make a simple ring, set a stone and form a hollow bead. Students may purchase and bring in their own silver for projects. Optional jewelry kits will be available for purchase. The kit will provide each student with solder, sawblades, drill bits, sandpaper and a small amount of copper to get started on projects. *Skips August 30th.
Fibers
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.
Register for Fall classes on July 22nd!
Learn traditional embroidery techniques while learning to paint with your thread. We will take advantage of the beautiful natural setting at Sertoma and use it 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.
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 for Fall classes on July 22nd!
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.
Public Art
Scratch Block Workshop
Instructor: Jim Gallucci
Ages: 10+ years
Fee: $5 Resident/ Non-resident
Date & Time: Wednesday, July 23, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Register for Scratch Block Workshop
Help make art for future public art at Sertoma! Join artist, Jim Gallucci, for a scratch block workshop. Participants will carve their own design into a sand mold that will be cast with molten iron during an iron pour event later this year. Jim will incorporate the completed iron blocks into his design for new art that will be a part of the Sertoma expansion. All materials will be provided.
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.
