MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS
Kate Brizendine is interested in all sorts of
creative pursuits, especially when she can
share them with her children. She also serves
as our Coordinator of Education and Outreach,
helping connect students of all ages with
outlets for creative expression.
David Orr is a recent transplant to Pendleton
who’s specialized in the soothing sounds of
guitar for upwards of 50 years. He is also known
as a guru for stress management. In this day
and age of hyper-busyness and multi-tasking,
he enjoys being an ambassador for relaxation.
Kim Chavez graduated from EOU with a
Master of Arts in Teaching and currently
teaches third grade at Stanfield Elementary. No
matter what she’s introducing to students, she
makes making art FUN.
Denise Henkle Owen is a farmwife and
lifelong pianist/accompanist/vocalist who loves
all things in the arts. Denise is a Zentangle
CZT who has shared Zentangle with youth,
teens, and adults. Her other interests include
photography, graphic arts and digital art
and of course, music. View her work at
denisehenkleowen.zenfolio.com
Arlen Clark is a self-taught painter producing
works for nearly 40 years. His fantastic
portraits have been displayed in a featured
exhibit in the East Oregonian Gallery. He uses
bright colors, exaggeration, distortion, and
imagination to express his ideas.
Erica Edwards is a native of California and
a lover of Oregon. She enjoys teaching
classes, reading, and all things art. In addition
to teaching here at PCA, she’s out in the
community with our outreach program.
Charlie Herrington is semi-retired and
working at the Pendleton Music Company.
His enthusiasm for music led him to the PCA,
where he’s brought his 25 years of experience
to share with our beginner adult guitar groups.
He’s a big fan of improvisational music.
J.J. Hill has worked off-Broadway in New York
and did stand-up comedy all over the country
for eight years. Previous to his career in acting,
J.J. received his Bachelor’s degree in Theatre
from Eastern Oregon University.
When Roberta Lavadour isn’t working at PCA,
she’s busy in her studio making artist’s books
and design bindings. She teaches book arts
at venues across the country. You can see her
work at robertalavadour.com.
Sharon Murray is an ASL expert and has
been studying the language for over 30 years.
When she’s not signing, she’s working with her
students - which she loves!
Kate Peck has worked in the Early Childhood
Education field in some form for the past 22
years. She teaches classes, serves as PCA’s
Education & Outreach Assistant, coordinating
various community events that advocate
strong and healthy youth and families.
Jean Reiher works with a variety of materials in
her jewelry compositions. She teaches classes
in a range of techniques, from simple stringing
to sophisticated wire wraps.
Chantell Reid is a creative minded soul,
residing in NE Oregon. Each piece of art she
creates comes from within, ensuring the
individual uniqueness. You can often find her
exploring different creative avenues, including
needle felting, macramé, photography,
and crocheting.
Lori Sams received her Bachelor of Arts degree
in Studio Art with an emphasis in ceramics from
California State University, Chico. Her current
work focuses on fibers, including fabric collages
and blind contour thread sketches.
Melissa Weston is a self-taught artist
specializing in repurposing furniture and
wood, as well as creating a wide range of décor,
paintings, and pieces of art that are sure to
impress. A mother, wife, and friend, Melissa is
excited to start her journey at the PCA.
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