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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.

Preschool

Art- Wild Animal Art

Instructor: Michelle Davis Petelinz
Ages: 3-5 years old        
Fee: $76 resident/ $91 non-resident
Date & Time: Tuesdays, July 11-Aug. 15, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.
Register for Wild Animal Art

We'll read about wild animals and create wild art projects! Projects include painted masks, clay sculptures, watercolor habitats, recycled object sculptures, salt painting and more. Supplies included. 

Art- Petite Picassos

Instructor: Michelle Davis Petelinz
Ages: 1-2 years old        
Fee: $76 resident/ $91 non-resident
Date & Time: Wednesdays, July 12-Aug. 16, 1-2 p.m.
Register for Petite Picassos 

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

Youth

Fibers – Felted Self-Portraits

Instructor: Samantha Pell
Ages: 8-12 years old        
Fee: $66 resident/ $81 non-resident
Date & Time: Sunday, July 23  12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Register for Felted Self-Portraits 

Learn on of the oldest textile techniques by felting your very own self-portrait! Explore your self-portrait using a different material and method by felting with wool fiber. Felting is one of the oldest textile techniques and is a great way to include form and texture to your work. Students will learn the basics of wet felting and how to add detail using needle felting. Supplies included. 1 session.

Jewelry

Jewelry – Findings, Bits, and Bobs

Instructor: Sarah West
Ages: 16+ years old        
Fee: $141 resident/ $156 non-resident
Date & Time: Tuesdays, July 22 – Aug. 19, 1 - 4 p.m.
Register for Findings, Bits, and Bobs 

This class will focus on jewelry findings and other small details that are important when designing jewelry. We will explore different types of bails, pin backs, clasps and hinges. Students will come away from this class with a working knowledge of jewelry findings and a visual library of samples. $15 kit will be available for purchase at the first class. Prerequisite: Beginning Metals at Sertoma or Pullen Arts Center. 5 sessions.

Painting

Painting – Beginning Watercolor

Instructor: Patrizia Ferreira
Ages: 15+ years old        
Fee: $106 resident/ $121 non-resident
Date & Time: Thursdays, July 17 – Aug. 21, 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Register for Beginning Watercolor

Learn the basic techniques of transparent watercolor. Find out about the best paper, paint, and brushes to use. Students will create a landscape after learning how to do wet-on-wet washes, wet-on-dry washes, trees, water, rocks, and skies. Students will learn how to achieve a beautiful glowing sky in watercolor. Supply list available on Sertoma's webpage. 6 sessions. 

Painting – Larry Dean’s Acrylics Studio

 Instructor: Larry Dean
Ages: 16+ years old        
Fee: $106 resident/ $121 non-resident
Date & Time: Thursdays, July 17 – Aug. 21, 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Register for Larry Dean's Acrylics Studio 

This class is ideal for those with some acrylic experience. However, beginners are welcome. Students will bring their own projects and proceed with advice and demonstrations from the instructor. Assistance with choosing and mixing colors, composition, perspective and more will help you develop your own style of painting. Come hone your skills in this friendly, informal environment. Supply list available on Sertoma's webpage. 6 sessions. 

Painting – Chinese Brush Painting: Flowers & Birds

Instructor: Jinxiu (Alice) Zhao
Ages: 16+ years old        
Fee: $51 resident/ $66 non-resident
Date & Time: Wednesdays, July 5, 1 - 3:30 p.m.
Register for Chinese Brush Painting: Flowers & Birds

Chinese brush painting is a traditional art form that shows the beauty of both simplicity and complication of the nature, with only ink or with ink and color. Students will learn how to paint flowers, birds, vegetables and fruits, which are popular brush painting subjects. Instructor will provide step by step demo and individual help. Each person will complete a beautiful painting in every class, while practicing basic brush painting techniques. In addition, the students will learn some basic Chinese calligraphy techniques such as the title of the paintings or the artist's names.

his course is for both experienced and beginning students. A $5 supply fee is due to the instructor at the start of each class or students can purchase their own supplies (supply list available on Sertoma's webpage). 1 session.

Instructor: Jinxiu Zhao (Alice) is a professional artist who specializes in the teaching of Chinese brush painting and calligraphy to both children and adults. She has been teaching in North Carolina for 23 years at all levels of the K12-public/private schools, teachers' training programs and in private classes.

 Fibers

Traditional Japanese Embroidery

Instructor: Pam Reading
Ages: 18+ years old        
Fee: $41 resident/ $41 non-resident
Date & Time: Saturday, June 24, or Sunday, June 25, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Register for Traditional Japanese Embroidery 

The technique of Japanese embroidery goes back more than 1,600 years. We use silk and metallic fibers on silk fabrics to produce traditional and modern designs for framing. Instruction follows an orderly progression of steps with a new design at each level. This workshop is open to beginners as well as current students at all levels. Current students should bring projects they are working on. New students are required to purchase kit and supplies from the instructor, payable at first class. Two options are available, see the supply list on Sertoma's webpage for details and cost. Instructor needs one month's notice to order supplies for new students. Additional supplies will be available for purchase from instructor in class. New students are highly encouraged to contact the instructor for more information before enrolling. 1 session.

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