JANUARY GALLERY
Raleigh Room – Lynn Morris, photography
Hall Gallery – Niki Litts, drawings/paintings
Display Cases – Pamela Reading and group, silk embroidery; Bird Wilson, glass

Image: Niki Litts, Woman with Alchemy Study

SPECIAL EVENT
Literary Arts – Front Porch Stories
Age: All Ages. Front Porch Stories founder Gale Buck realized two important facts about storytelling in July 2013. First, storytellers need an audience and second, the general public needs good storytelling. Front Porch Stories was born to bring friendly audiences and family-oriented storytellers together. Admission to these events has always been one smile; we have never failed to collect. Storytellers donate their time for the experience, but they do get recordings of the event (not available for sale). Front Porch Stories is now a quarterly event, which features local storytellers sharing their favorite stories and a growing audience of friends, new and old, who appreciate the ancient art of storytelling—a perfect match.

Course Fee: Free
#183929 Jan 28 Th 7:00 PM-9:00 PM

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Browse our Winter/Spring Brochure for details. 
Register online, by mail, or stop by Sertoma Arts Center.

PRESCHOOL/YOUTH/TEEN
Preschool – Wild Animal Art
Age: 3-5 yrs. 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. Instructor: Michelle Davis Petelinz.

Course Fee: $60
#181674 Jan 13-Feb 17 W 1:00 PM-2:30 PM

Art – Art-Rageous Prints
Age: 7-10 yrs. Each week, we'll explore a new way to make prints, sometimes using surprising tools. Projects include potato prints, monoprints, yarn printing, gelatin printing and puzzle prints. Instructor: Michelle Davis Petelinz.

Course Fee: $70
#181678 Jan 11-Feb 22 M 1:00 PM-3:00 PM
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Pottery – Celestial Tiles
Age: 5-10 yrs. Planets, moons, stars and ALIENS! Children will create their own strange universe or night sky by glazing prepared tiles. Tiles will be fired and ready to pick up one week later. Instructor: Patricia Merrell.

Course Fee: $15
#181973 Jan 24 Su 1:45 PM-3:15 PM

Photography – Digital Photography 1 for Teens
Age: 13-18 yrs. This six-week course will teach you how to better capture people, places, things, nature and events with your digital camera. We will learn how to combine the artistic elements of composition with the technical aspects of photography to take great pictures and how to finish the process in the digital dark room. Learn photo composition (how to design a picture with the end results in mind), camera functions (aperture, shutter speed, ISO, white balance, etc.), and digital dark room and workflow (finishing well, using Picasa). Supply list available on Sertoma's webpage. Instructor: Denise Myers.

Course Fee: $80
#182286 Jan 13-Feb 17 W 4:15 PM-6:15 PM

Pottery – Wheel Throwing for Teens
Age: 13-16 yrs. Teens learn the basics of throwing pots on the potter's wheel. Class time includes throwing demonstrations followed by practice time on the wheel. Students work at their own level, so all teens are welcome! Class ends with glazing all pots for firing, which can be picked up by the students after class has ended. This class does not qualify participants for a studio card. Instructor: Joan Walsh. (6 sessions).

Course Fee: $80
#181974 Jan 25-Feb 29 M 4:00 PM-6:00 PM

ADULT
Art – Workshop: Creative Work with Essential Oils
Age: 16yrs. and up. When we think of creativity, we usually think about practices involving the senses of sight, sound, touch and taste. But what about the sense of smell? After a brief introduction about how we interact with and are affected by aromas, we explore how using essential oils of the plant world can promote and enhance our individual creative processes. Prepare to be surprised and delighted! Come with questions and bring your nose, a notebook and pen. Handouts will be available. All materials included. Go home with your own blend! Instructor: Suzanne McDermott.

Course Fee: $60
#182268 Jan 27 W 6:30 PM-8:30 PM

Fibers – Embroidery Illustration
Age: 18yrs. and up. Students will learn three to five simple embroidery stitches and will complete an embroidery image on an eight-inch hoop. Students will either draw or bring in their own image, and the instructor will demonstrate how to transfer the illustrations to fabric using different techniques. Supply list available on Sertoma's homepage. Instructor: Amy Richards.

Course Fee: $80
#182094 Jan 12-Feb 16 Tu 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Fibers – Knitting for Beginners
Age: 12yrs. and up. Students will learn the fundamentals of knitting such as cast-on, bind-off, knit, purl and other essential skills. Students will choose from several patterns to create a project and will learn to read patterns and fix mistakes. Students who have already started a knitting project are welcome to bring it with them for assistance. Supply fee of $15 is due to instructor at first class and includes knitting needles and practice yarn. Students will also need to purchase yarn for their project at a local store and will be provided a list with specific recommendations. Instructor: Pam Maher.

Course Fee: $80
#182095 Jan 11-Feb 15 M  6:30 PM-8:30 PM
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Mat Cutting – Mat Cutting Basics
Age: 15yrs. and up. Learn basic mat design and cutting and qualify to use our C&H professional mat cutter. Also learn how to wire a frame for hanging and shrink wrapping. You will design and cut a single mat and learn how to cut a double mat. You must bring a photo or artwork (up to 11 x 14 inches) to mat. A $20 materials fee, payable to the instructor, includes all items you need to mat and mount one or two pieces. Instructor: Leatha Koefler.

Course Fee: $40
#182084 Jan 16 Sa 10:00 AM-1:00 PM

Music – Guitar: A Blues Workshop - Improve Your Improv
Age: 8yrs. and up. This 90-minute improvisational workshop is designed for intermediate to advanced guitar students. It will cover pentatonic scale patterns used to solo over blues, rock and pop songs. Students will also learn the art of musical phrasing to help develop their creativity through improvisation. Come out and learn how to jam! Bring your guitar (preferably electric with amp) and the book 'Blues You Can Use' by John Ganapes. Instructor: Billy Kaiser.

Course Fee: $125
#182186 Jan 4-Feb 15 M 7:30 PM-9:00 PM

Music – String Orchestra Group Class for Teens and Adults
Age: 14yrs. and up. This is a string orchestra for teens and adults who have been playing for at least one year. A concert will be performed at the end of the semester. The class will involve reading new music and learning to play in a group setting. We will also explore different genres of music. Bring your instrument, music stand, three-ring binder and $10 supply fee due to instructor at first class for sheet music or books. Instructor: Gina Guidarelli.

Course Fee: $165
#182128 Jan 13-Mar 30 W 6:45 PM-8:00 PM

Photography – Creative Lighting for Photographers
Age: 15yrs. and up. The quality of the light in a photograph helps tell the story and give meaning to a photograph. Whether the light is soft and wrapping or dynamic and directional, knowing how to see and use light is the key to telling your image's story. This workshop focuses on using available light, light-shaping devices and artificial light to get the best light in your photograph. Bring your digital equipment. Shaun King instructs.

Course Fee: $43
#183151 Jan 12 Tu 6:30 PM-9:30 PM

Pottery – Creatures of Habitat
Age: 16yrs. and up. Bring all your basic handbuilding skills together to create fun and unique animals for the garden, porch or patio. This four-week course will focus on smaller wildlife forms, including frogs, fish, birds, lizards, turtles and a few insects. Explore the components that bring your favorite creatures to life. Students should bring a notebook to help with the thought and planning process. Prerequisite: Beginner Handbuilding at Sertoma or Pullen Arts Centers. This course does not qualify for a studio card. Instructor: Steve Karloski.

Course Fee: $55
#182257 Jan 19-Feb 9 Tu 7:00 PM-9:15 PM