The Salina Art Center is launching SummerART 2020. A full catalog of classes can be explored online at www.salinaartcenter.org.
After months of uncertainty and the loss of funding from the City of Salina Parks and Recreation department, SummerART 2020 is ready to start. “This year will look very different than years past,” said Misty Serene, Interim Executive Director, “but we are very proud of what we have been able to create in response to our audience.”
SummerART is the largest education program offered by the Art Center. Each year, thousands of children and adults take classes in a variety of mediums through June and July. This year art classes are provided in person, online via Zoom, and through take home art kits. “We are bringing the art to everyone!” said Kayla Borell, Education Coordinator at Salina Art Center. “Whether at home, online, or in-person, our teaching artists created fun and exciting art projects that everyone will love!”
The kits and Zoom classes are very exciting. Students enrolled will pick up a kit at the Art Center, and participate from the safety of their home. Each kit contains all the supplies needed to complete the class and many favorite SummerART teachers are back to lead the lessons. The kits can be purchased all summer long. The Zoom classes are offered daily for 1 week and are led by a teaching artist. New classes are available June 15 through July 24.
Kicking off the SummerART season are Stitch a Fiber Friend: Monster led by local artist Shawn Delker. In this take home kit that includes all supplies needed, students will learn to use a needle and thread to make their own monster creation! Each student will draw a design for a unique monster, then design a pattern to use in making the fabric friend. Needle and thread will be used to make the monsters and the student can sew on buttons, lace, and other embellishments with two types of stitches.
Our first classroom offering is Symbolism in Art with teaching artist Krista DeMars starting June 16. Symbolism is integrated into many art forms. In this class students look specifically into Christianity and how artists use symbols to tell their stories, heritage, and provide hope for all people. Students will create a variety of projects exploring the cross, dove, angels, and nature. Students can enroll in an AM or a PM class. Due to Covid related safety measures, only 10 students will be allowed per class. Registration is required.
Students are also encouraged to sign up based on their skill level and not their age. Classes for Pre-Beginners, Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced students are available throughout the summer.
For more information, or to enroll in a SummerART class, visit www.salinaartcenter.org.