Explore Art Classes & Workshops at Sedona Art Center

Art Classes and Workshops
at Sedona Arts Center

May is a perfect time to step into something new.

At Sedona Arts Center, creativity is meant to be experienced. Our May classes and workshops — from oil painting and jewelry making to iPhone photography — are designed to be welcoming, hands-on, and inspiring.

Whether you’re exploring something new or building on existing skills, you’ll learn from working artists in a supportive environment that values curiosity, craft, and creative joy — all in the heart of Sedona.

No Solder Chain Making:
Create Elegant Chains with Basic Tools
with Leonor Pisano & Celest Michelotti
May 22, 2026, Friday, 9am-12pm

Discover the art of handcrafted chain making—no soldering required! In this hands-on workshop, students will learn how to create beautiful and functional chains using basic hand tools and simple techniques. This class is perfect for jewelry enthusiasts of all levels, especially beginners who want to explore metalwork without the need for torches or advanced equipment.

Students will explore different types of chain link styles—such as classic cable, figure-eight, and decorative wrapped links—while mastering skills like wire cutting, forming, texturing, and cold connections. By the end of the session, participants will have completed a unique chain ready to wear as a bracelet or necklace, and gain the confidence to continue exploring chain making on their own.

NO-SOLDER CHAIN MAKING : LEARN MORE / SIGN UP

Create Cold Connections:
Make a Pendant & Earrings
with Leonor Pisano & Celest Michelotti
May 22, 2026, Friday, 1-4pm

In this hands-on, beginner-friendly class, students will learn the fundamentals of cold connection techniques using copper, brass, and aluminum sheet metal. Cold connections are methods of joining metal without heat—perfect for artists working in non-torch settings. We’ll explore riveting, texturing, layering, and creative design to make a unique pendant and coordinating earrings. Students will leave with finished, wearable pieces and a solid foundation in cold fabrication.

CREATE COLD CONNECTIONS : MAKE A PENDANT & EARINGS

The Joy of Painting: A Bob Ross Class
with DJones
May 27, 2026, Wednesday, 1-4pm

Tap into your inner artist and experience the joy of painting — Bob Ross style! In this fun, hands-on workshop, a Certified Ross Instructor will guide you step-by-step through creating your own landscape masterpiece using traditional Bob Ross wet-on-wet oil techniques. Learn how to paint happy little trees, soft clouds, and serene mountain scenes in just three hours.

All materials are included, and all skill levels are welcome — no experience needed! Ages 12 and up can participate with an adult, making this a perfect creative outing for families or friends. Come paint, relax, and discover just how happy art can be.

THE JOY OF PAINTING : A BOB ROSS CLASS : SIGN UP

iPhoneography Crash Course
Online AND In-Person
with Kelli Klymenko
May 29, 2026, Friday, 9am-2pm

In today’s digital age, your iPhone can be more than just a phone — it’s a camera, an editing studio, and a powerful creative tool. Join photographer and artist Kelli Klymenko for a one-day workshop designed for both beginners and advanced users.

Learn how to turn everyday moments into striking works of art with nothing more than your iPhone. This hands-on class covers breathtaking landscapes, expressive portraits, and up-close macro photography — plus the editing apps and techniques that will take your images to the next level.

iPHONEOGRAPHY WITH KELLI KLYMENKO: IN-PERSON / 5/29

iPHONEOGRAPHY WITH KELLI KLYMENKO: ONLINE / 5/29

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Scholarships Available

Scholarships are an important part of Sedona Arts Center. It has a long history in providing students in need of financial assistance, the ability to hone their skills and creative talents. Art classes and workshops also allow an emotional break from daily life and offer social interaction with fellow lovers of art. We are proud to offer our scholarship program, with the help of The Kling Family Foundation, The Ceramics Scholarship Fund, and the Debbie Winslow Scholarship Fund, which allow us to continue this long standing opportunity.

For more scholarship information, policy updates and to apply: CLICK HERE

Our mission is to connect, enrich, educate and lead through the inspiring power of the arts and creative discovery.

Sedona Arts Center (SAC) is a cornerstone of Northern Arizona’s cultural community and serves as the creative heart of Sedona. Founded in 1958, this nonprofit organization is based in Uptown Sedona and offers year-round classes, exhibitions, festivals, and cultural events that enrich the artistic life of the Verde Valley.

NO SALES TAX – FREE PARKING – UPTOWN SEDONA
Sedona Arts Center is a 501(c)3 organization that offers all purchases without sales tax (an almost a 10% savings!)

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