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.
Beading Magic: A Creative Jewelry Workshop with Victoria Norton May 17, 2025 – 10am-1pm
Beads are made of so many extraordinary materials. In this beginning jewelry making class, we will explore the basic skills to make your own beaded necklace and earrings. Only the finest materials are provided. Supplies include beads of black onyx; AZ Jasper; Shells; Tiger Eye; Turquoise; Amethyst; and many more stones. Crystal beads in many sizes and hues are also available to add a bit of sparkle!
You will leave class with a necklace and pair of earrings of your own chosen materials. There is a simple design , or choose a more complex design for those of you with some experience. A gift and memory of your magical class at the Sedona Arts Center with a teacher who loves the art of beaded jewelry.
Unleashing Your Creativity with Patricia Saxton May 21-23, 2025 – 1pm-4pm
Would you like to paint more, draw more, or work in mixed media? Would you like the art you already make to “loosen up”? Be more refined? More bold? Need how-to instruction? Inspiration? Permission to play? Enjoy a sense of community?
Whether a beginner, a repeat student or a seasoned artist, this course is designed to spark your creative juices in an environment that’s conducive for exploring and expanding your painting chops. Using your choice of oils, acrylics, watercolor and/or pastels, you can bring your own fine art project, start fresh or follow instructor-led prompts for this 3-day workshop that’s filled with personalized guidance, inspiration, questions, answers and fun.
Introduction to Shibori Techniques with Connie Ortberg May 31, 2025 – 9am-1pm
Learn the fascinating art of Shibori dyeing! In this workshop, we’ll explore three different Shibori resistance dyeing techniques; Kumo, Arashi, and Itajme. You will take home three Indigo dyed cotton pieces for your use.
The workshop will begin with a brief history of the art of Shibori, followed by a demonstration of the three simple, basic methods of folding, binding, and using twisting methods to create unique patterns on the fabric. For the class we will use traditional permanent Indigo dyed cotton. Bring long latex gloves!
Ceramics: Independent Study* with Ben Roti June 9–July 14, 2025 – 3:30-6:30pm
*Designed for experienced ceramicists, this class offers a supportive studio environment for you to explore advanced throwing and hand-building techniques while working on personal projects. (Beginners are welcome in Ben/Lolo/John’s Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday classes or in the Pottery Wheel for Beginners on Saturdays.) What You’ll Experience:
Advanced Techniques: With guidance from Ben, dive into more complex forms like lidded vessels, plates, and bottle forms, focusing on refining techniques and adding expressive details.
Independent Project Work: This class emphasizes independent learning, allowing you to work on self-directed projects with instructor support as needed.
Enhanced Surface Design: Explore advanced surface decoration, glazing, and finishing techniques to bring your unique vision to life.
From Slab to Form: Building with Templates with Christine Golden June 9–July 14, 2025 – 12-3pm
Discover the versatility of slab construction in this hands-on course designed for ceramic artists of all skill levels. Using templates as a guide, students will learn how to create precise, repeatable forms while exploring the unique possibilities of soft and firm slab construction. From functional pottery to sculptural works, this class will provide the foundation needed to design and build refined ceramic pieces with confidence.
Ceramics Explorations: Wheel and Beyond with Laura “Lolo” Aileen Howe June 10-July 15, 2025 – 9am-12pm
Explore the vast potential of ceramics in this six-week course, ideal for students looking to develop, strengthen, and advance their pottery skills in a playful environment. Working with the potter’s wheel, slab roller, extruder, texture tools, and more students will experiment with functional and decorative techniques, turning their creative ideas into tangible works of art.
Exploring and Developing Glazes with John Post June 10-July 15, 2025 – Tuesdays, 1-4pm
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the creation and modification of ceramic glazes. Students will begin by learning how to read glaze recipes and accurately prepare liquid glaze batches. Building on this foundation, the course explores techniques for developing multiple glaze variations from a limited number of initial batches.
In today’s technological world, even professional photographers and artists recognize the iPhone as a useful (and even practical) photographic tool. Join photographer artist, Kelli Klymenko in his one-day class for beginner to advanced students and you’ll go beyond the basics and learn to shoot professional quality photographs with your iPhone.
You will learn how to shoot, edit and share remarkable landscapes, portraits and the macro world around you using only your iPhone. Kelli will guide you through simple tips and tricks that will take your photography to the next level. Discover how to capture the essence of a place and your subjects rather than just taking a picture. You will also learn basic video and video editing techniques for use on social media.
Wet Concrete Carving with Elder Jones July 11-13, 2025
Learn to build forms, prepare sand mix concrete, sculpt and hand carve in the soft matrix in this wet-carved concrete workshop. No power tools or hammer and chisel are required. Students will be given a working understanding of Portland cement and the variety of possibilities the technique offers. Choose to make either a planter or sculpture of about 25 lbs. By the end of the carving day everyone will have completed their piece short of it having sit overnight to cure before handling.
Heads Up! with Christine Golden July 26-27, 2025 – 9am-3pm
This workshop is designed to give students experience rendering a life-size human head. We will be using the slab technique as our main form of construction and exploring the expressive nature of the human face while learning techniques that will provide a foundation for making a realistic adult head. Anatomical lessons and demonstrations of the nose, eyes, mouth, ears, hair and neck will be provided.
Our mission is to connect, enrich, educate and lead through the inspiring power of the arts and creative discovery.
Sedona Arts Center 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.
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