Camps: Week 2: Storybook Studios
I’ve spent the last 14 years as a preschool teacher working at Little People of Somers, where I’ve found purpose and joy in my work. I’m a proud mom of three amazing girls: Emily, a compassionate social worker; Hayley, who’s about to graduate from Northeastern University; and Katie, who’s just starting her journey at the University of South Carolina. In my free time, I love to unwind with a good book, get creative with coloring, and enjoy the strategy and fun of mahjong with friends.

Camps: Week 1 Sweet Treats, Week 3: Art of Oz,
Week 4: All Aboard
Kerry Irwin has been an educator for over 20 years. She has taught in museums, community centers and public and private schools. She holds a Bachelor’s of Arts in English, with a minor in Art History from Loyola University in Baltimore, a Master of Arts in Art Education from Manhattanville College and New York State teaching certification in both English and Art. She loves working with children of all ages and teaching elements of art in combination with art history and literacy. At Railyard Art Studio, Kerry teaches elementary kids art classes, workshops, paint nights and summer camps. She lives in Yorktown Heights with her husband, daughter, and 3 fur babies.

Camps: Week 5: Fired Up! Teen Clay, Week 6: Teen Art Intensive
In addition to working at the desk at Railyard Arts, Kellie is an art teacher, graduate student, and artist. She received her Bachelor’s in Neuroscience with a Minor in Art from Lafayette College. Kellie is currently also pursuing her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling while working at Railyard. Kellie’s background is in working with children with autism.  She began working with clay shortly after starting at Railyard in 2023. While she is still practicing her throwing skills, she has fallen in love with handbuilding and making ceramic jewelry. At Railyard, she teaches private lessons and groups working with children of all ability levels in a variety of mediums.

Camps: Week 5: On with the Show
Sydney Leary is a sophomore Musical Theatre BFA Major at The University of Tampa. A recent credit of Sydney’s is The Mask of The Red Death (Addison) at the University of Tampa. Some of Sydney’s professional credits include the Original off broadway production of A Little Princess (Lavinia), A Christmas Carol at Westchester Broadway Theatre (Anne Cratchit), Legally Blonde (Elle), Les Miserable (Eponine), Mamma Mia (Sophie). Sydney studied Meisner at the Neighborhood playhouse. 

Camps: Week 6: Fired Up! Teen Clay
Jamie has been drawing, painting, and sculpting since before she could walk. At an early age she knew that art would always be her life, which ended up taking her to many interesting and unique places.  Jamie attended NYU where she was one of 35 students selected to be in the Studio Art program.  While attending NYU, she worked for any artist she could find who was willing to let her in on their process.  During the summers she taught painting, drawing, and sculpture at The Huntington School of Fine Arts working with young students to create college portfolios.  After graduating NYU, she was part of a small group of production artists creating lamps, tableware, and home décor.  Her love for teaching lead her to the 92^nd Street Y where she taught art classes to amazing young artists in NYC.  After a small break to create two little human beings, she is excited to get back to sharing her love and passion of art with others.

Camps: Week 2: Storybook Studios
Melissa is an assistant pre-school teacher at a local preschool and has over 20 years of experience in the early childhood field. She lives in Granite Springs with her family. 

Melissa has an A.A.S in Early Childhood Education and has experience working in a classroom setting as well various camps and after school enrichment programs.
She takes pride in being a caring and compassionate teacher who focuses on nurturing the individualized needs of each student.

When Melissa is not working she spends her free time with family and enjoys the outdoors in the Adirondacks.

Camps: Week 3: The Art of Oz

Camps: Week 3: Art of Oz, Week 5: On with the Show
With 25 years of experience teaching preschoolers to professionals, Lauren Rankel brings the spirit of Ms. Frizzle to life—encouraging curiosity, creativity, and confidence in everyone! She currently teaches STEAM-based programs that inspire kids to explore, take risks, and dream big. She also writes children’s books!  She loves all kinds of mediums in art and enjoys working at Railyard Arts because she can try them all. Based in North Salem, NY, she’s excited to bring her energy and imagination to art camp this summer!

Camps: Week 5: On with the Show
Paige has been working at Railyard Arts Studio since 2022. As a professional dancer and performer, Paige enjoys working with & learning from other artists of all mediums here at the Studio. She received her BFA in Dance from the University of Arizona & continues to dance & teach in the New York & Westchester area, in addition to working here at the Studio. Other favorite activities include hiking, birdwatching, cooking, reading & of course dancing whenever she can!