Kayla Ackelson, Instructor

Kayla Ackelson, Instructor

I am an artist, DIY enthusiast, aspiring morning person, mental health advocate, and lover of all things plants, adventure, and design. Right now I am really enjoying working in different art mediums, exploring the possibilities, and seeing what new combinations and...
Carl Altman, Instructor

Carl Altman, Instructor

I’ve always enjoyed stained glass artwork in churches and homes. About 7 years ago, I finally signed up for an introduction to stained glass course at Reading Area Community College. Upon completion I immediately signed up for the intermediate course. I was hooked. I...
Sylvia Aston, Instructor

Sylvia Aston, Instructor

I have been creating for as long as I can remember. Decorative painting, stenciling, floral arranging, wreaths and repurposing and upcycling vintage items and small furniture are some of my art endeavors. Many years ago I had a craft store in Boyertown for 3 years...
Anne Aycock, Instructor

Anne Aycock, Instructor

I love wool! And although I came to fiber as a tool for artistic expression later in life, I am now far down the rabbit hole of yarn love. In addition to teaching knitting and other fiber arts, I own a small yarn business. When I look for wool for my yarns, I try to...
Krysta Bernhardt, Instructor

Krysta Bernhardt, Instructor

Krysta graduated with honors with a B.F.A. in Musical Theater from the University of the Arts. She is an independent artist and has taught piano, voice and dance in the Philadelphia area for over 20 years. She has collaborated on and helped publish creative music...
Kristin Bispels, Instructor

Kristin Bispels, Instructor

Kristin Bispels, ceramic artist Kristin Bispels creates both functional and decorative work with stoneware clay using  wheel thrown, handbuilt and sculptural elements. Many pieces are finished with detailed surface decoration and are fired in a variety of ways,...