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Youth Fine Arts

a group of about 8 kids around the age of 10 in a classroom setting working with clay

Winter 2025/26

Students will learn hand-building techniques to make a functional piece and a decorative ceramic piece, following the work of prominent ceramic artists. Self-exploration will be encouraged. Work will be glazed or cold surface finished (with paints) and taken home at the end of the course.

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Session 1
Wednesdays, January 14 – February 18, 2026

Registration Closed – Program Full

Session 2

Dates

Wednesdays, April 15 – May 20, 2026

Ages

6 – 10

Time

5:30 – 6:30 PM

Location

Holland High School Art Studio, 600 Van Raalte Avenue, Holland

Fee

$80 Resident | $95 Non-Res by 3/16/26
$90 Resident | $105 Non-Res by 4/6/26
$100 Resident | $115 Non-Res after 4/6/26; pending availability

Wednesdays, February 25 – April 1, 2026

Students will receive either wheel throwing and/or hand-building instruction for creating functional and/or decorative ceramic pieces following the work of prominent ceramic artists. (For example: a mug to drink from, a bowl to hold special things in or to eat from, a mini sculpture, etc.) All work that can be saved, will be glazed & fired. *There are fewer wheels than registrants, therefore students interested in wheel time will be expected to share time on the wheel over the course of the 6 weeks.

Registration Closed – Program Full

Summer 2026

Come learn how to use slab building, coil construction and/or wheel throwing to create functional containers for your favorite items or even for summer plants.

Registration Opening February 10 at 9:00 AM

Dates

June 16 – 25, 2026

Days of the Week

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays

Ages

7 – 9

Time

9:30 – 10:30 AM

Location

Holland High School Art Studio, 600 Van Raalte Avenue, Holland

Fee

$80 Resident | $95 Non-Res by 5/18/26
$90 Resident | $105 Non-Res by 6/8/26
$100 Resident | $115 Non-Res after 6/8/26; pending availability

Learn the ukulele in this week-long camp.  Each student will learn proper hand positioning, basic strumming patterns, and 4-5 chords which can be used to play many popular songs.  This introductory class is a great way to find out if the ukulele is the right instrument for you!  A limited number of Ukuleles are available for rent for an additional $15 through Holland Recreation.

Registration Opening February 10 at 9:00 AM

Dates

June 22 – 25, 2026

Days of the Week

Monday – Thursday

Grades

2nd – 6th

Time

1:00 – 2:30 PM

Location

TBD

Fee

$75 Resident | $90 Non-Res by 5/18/26
$85 Resident | $100 Non-Res by 6/8/26
$95 Resident | $110 Non-Res after 6/8/26; pending availability

During this camp participants will learn basic beats and rhythms. Each participant will receive a bucket drum and sticks at the end of the course. No equipment needed.

Registration Opening February 10 at 9:00 AM

Dates

June 16 – 25, 2026

Days of the Week

Monday – Thursday

Grades

2nd – 6th

Time

1:00 – 2:30 PM

Location

TBD

Fee

$75 Resident | $90 Non-Res by 6/15/26
$85 Resident | $100 Non-Res by 7/6/26
$95 Resident | $110 Non-Res after 7/6/26; pending availability

Learn to play different percussion instruments like the djembe, hand drums, shakers, sticks and others from around the world. Participants will learn techniques and rhythms for each instrument. This will be a high energy, hands-on class. All equipment is provided by the instructor.

Registration Opening February 10 at 9:00 AM

Dates

August 10 – 13, 2026

Days of the Week

Monday – Thursday

Grades

2nd – 6th

Time

1:00 – 2:30 PM

Location

TBD

Fee

$75 Resident | $90 Non-Res by 7/6/26
$85 Resident | $100 Non-Res by 7/27/26
$95 Resident | $110 Non-Res after 7/27/26; pending availability

Fall 2026

Students will learn hand-building techniques to make a functional piece and a decorative ceramic piece, following the work of prominent ceramic artists. Self-exploration will be encouraged. Work will be glazed or cold surface finished (with paints) and taken home at the end of the course.

Registration Opening February 10 at 9:00 AM

Dates

September 2 – October 7, 2026

Days of the Week

Wednesdays

Ages

6 – 9

Time

5:30 – 6:30 PM

Location

Holland High School Art Studio, 600 Van Raalte Avenue, Holland

Fee

$80 Resident | $95 Non-Res by 8/3/26
$90 Resident | $105 Non-Res by 8/24/26
$100 Resident | $115 Non-Res after 8/24/26; pending availability

Students will receive either wheel throwing and/or hand-building instruction for creating functional and/or decorative ceramic pieces following the work of prominent ceramic artists.  (For example: a mug to drink from, a bowl to hold special things in or to eat from, a mini sculpture, etc.) All work that can be saved, will be glazed & fired. *There are fewer wheels than registrants, therefore students interested in wheel time will be expected to share time on the wheel over the course of the 6 weeks.

Registration Opening February 10 at 9:00 AM

Dates

October 14 – November 19, 2026

Days of the Week

Wednesdays

Ages

9 – 12

Time

5:30 – 6:30 PM

Location

Holland High School Art Studio, 600 Van Raalte Avenue, Holland

Fee

$80 Resident | $95 Non-Res by 9/14/26
$90 Resident | $105 Non-Res by 10/5/26
$100 Resident | $115 Non-Res after 10/5/26; pending availability

Our Instructors

Img Rachel Sligh

Art

Rachel Sligh

Rachel Sligh is a lifelong resident of the Holland Area and has been teaching art for Holland Public Schools for 24 years.  She is K-12 certified and has taught all age groups during her tenure at HPS.  She is a wife, mother, artist, and sailor.  When she’s not in the classroom, she’s typically on the water.  She’s excited to have the opportunity to branch out and work with the community through classes of art exploration!

Img Jennifer Gietzen

Music

Jennifer Gietzen

Jenn Gietzen is a music therapist, sound facilitator, and music teacher in West Michigan.  She has been working with kids and adults using music as a tool for growth and development for 20 years.  She loves playing and teaching guitar, piano, drums, ukulele, singing, and dancing.  She also loves using sound to create relaxing experiences for people who would like to incorporate more meditation and mindfulness into their lives.