YOUNG ARTISTS Clay + Sculpture
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.
SATURDAYS, 9 - 11:30 am | Session 1: 1/24 - 2/28
6 classes | 15 contact hours | Location: Sculpture Studios,1209 State Street (Enter from main parking lot, go downstairs), Lower Level, Room 100
+ SCHOLARSHIPS: Need-based scholarship request forms are available HERE
+ IMPORTANT: To ensure the age appropriateness of the curriculum, children must meet the age requirement listed with each course description by the beginning of class.
+ SNACK: Please provide a snack/water for your child every day. There will be a supervised snack break each day at mid-morning.
+ SMOCKS: The projects are fun but can be messy at times. Bring a smock (old shirt or apron) or simply dress for the mess.
+ CAMPUS: Visit Studio Building Reception for help and directions to classrooms. View the College of Art and Design Campus Map
Class Age Key:
+ ART EXPLORATIONS I = All classes for ages 4+5
+ ART EXPLORATIONS II = All classes for ages 6-8, non-sequential
+ YOUNG ARTISTS = All classes for ages 9-12, non-sequential
+ TEEN = Classes for ages 13-17
+ ADULTS and 16 + = Adult classes that are open to older teens
+ ADULTS = Classes for ages 18+
Meet your instructor, Desiree Lis!
Desiree Lis 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.
