Free summer class!
Ages 9-12 | Young Artists Clay + Sculpture
Weeks 1 + 2
with Desiree Zalepeski | All Levels | Ages 9-12
In this clay exploration for the creative preteen, projects range from hand-built functional pottery to ceramic sculpture inspired by famous artists. Lessons focus on popular and historic artists, sculptors, ceramicists, and cultural icons. Visits to the Museum of Art lead the way for projects through this 6-week class. Materials provided.
July 13 to July 24
Monday-Fridays, 9–11:30 a.m.
10 classes | 25 contact hours | Location: Studio Building, 503 William Street, Room 240
SNACK N’ SMOCK: Bring a smock (old shirt or apron) or simply dress for the mess. We will have a small snack and water available for the kids during the summer, but they are welcome to bring their own desired snack/drink.
EXPANDED HOURS: Early drop-off and late pick-up available from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. for ages 4 - 12 during the summer morning art classes.
IMPORTANT: Limit 1 summer class per student.
Please do not register if not planning to attend the full week or course.
Space is limited.
Please cancel your registrations if plans change. To ensure the age appropriateness of the curriculum, children must meet the age requirement listed with each course description by the beginning of class.
CERAMICS STUDIO GUIDELINES: Please review the best practices and studio rules for the Munson Community Arts Ceramics Program.
Meet your instructor, Desiree Zalepeski!
Desiree Zalepeski (she/her) graduated from Daemen College with a Bachelor's in Art Education and from SUNY Oswego with a Master's in Art Education. Originally from Buffalo, NY, they moved to Central New York in 2022. They currently teach PreK–4th grade art at an elementary school and 5th–12th grade art at a regional education service agency, fostering creativity across multiple grade levels. They are excited to share their love of sculpture and clay through the Munson Art Young Artists Clay + Sculpture class—where students explore hand-built pottery, sculptures, and projects inspired by famous artists and cultural icons.
Kids art classes are free of charge this summer! Anyone can take part, regardless of economic circumstances, and we hope to welcome many new participants. Help support tuition-free classes and make a donation!
Have Questions?
Funding for summer arts classes for kids and teens is generously sponsored by MetLife Foundation. Additional funding has been provided by Sheila and Ron Cuccaro and by the Karam Mandour Fund at the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
