Karissa Kagiliery holds a Master’s degree in Art Education and a Bachelor of Fine Arts. She has spent three years teaching high school art, an experience that further strengthened her passion for education. For the past three summers, she has taught at PMAC Art Camp, growing from co-teacher to a lead teacher. As a practicing artist, Karissa creates and sells stained glass work, while also pursuing her passions in drawing, painting, and pottery.

Teaching Philosophy: All students are capable of being creative and making great things as long as they are given support and a chance to try.