Camps: Week 1, 4, &5
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 3, 6, & 7
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 1
As a passionate continuing artist, I am always eager to work with new materials. My current work centers around illustration and mixed media. I hold a bachelor’s in Fine Art and a master’s in Art Education. I’ve spent the past three years teaching middle school art where I discovered the joy of helping others express themselves creatively. I believe each artist’s journey is unique. I emphasize the importance of approach and self-expression to create a space for individuals to freely explore, experiment, and grow with the support of technique. 

Camps: Week 7
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: Weeks 2 & 6
Michelle Mullaly has 33 years experience as an artist and a certified art educator at the secondary level. As an artist, her strength has always been in drawing and painting with an attention to details, shading and textures. She is also an avid perennial gardener who approaches her gardens as a living canvas. Her passion for botanicals is her main inspiration for her painted glassware and can be seen in the details of her painting. She shares her love of painting and teaching with others through her hand painted glassware,classes and events. Michelle’s experience teaching art with all age groups ensures she can assist and guide every student,teen or adult, to have a successful experience and improve their skills.​

Camps: Week 5
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!