Meet Arts In Motion

Denise Mimura Executive Director: Denise studied music at the University of Washington with a focus on French horn and piano performance. She has over 25 years as a music educator, teaching piano, French horn, theory, vocal and general music at public and private schools and through her own private music school called Music Discovery. Denise's extensive experience helped lay the foundation for Arts In Motion in 2004. In addition, she served as a church musician for many years and as a member of the Seattle Music Teachers Association.
Keith Curtis Staff Writer/Editor: Keith received his Bachelors degree in Music and teaching credentials from the University of Washington. The multi-talented artist and educator comes to AIM with over 15 years of teaching experience; nine of them spent conducting bands, orchestras and choirs, a drama program, plus running the yearbook/journalism programs at Eastside Catholic High School. There Keith also developed curriculum standards and assessment materials that have been shared nationally. A Washington native, Keith has performed and recorded with local musical groups of all kinds for over 25 years. Now writing for AIM, Keith also continues to create popular art, graphic novels, songs, and multi-media experiences.

Dever Dunnett Assistant Director: Dever Dunnett earned her BFA from Colorado State University with a focus on graphic design, and her Masters in Teaching at City University. She has experience educating children from kindergarteners through high school. Originally from Wyoming, Dever has been strongly influenced by her family, mainly educators and artists. Her passion for painting-watercolor, acrylic, gauche and oils, with strong emphasis on great design and creativity will help students explore their own natural talents. While visual art is her passion, she also has a deep appreciation of music having played piano, trumpet and singing in choirs over the years. When at home with her family and three cats, she enjoys cooking, gardening, reading, knitting, crossword puzzles and mysteries.
Sheila Kelley Front Desk Staff: Sheila is a junior studying at Seattle Pacific University. She is double majoring in Global Development Studies and Business Administration with a concentration in Management. Her interests include intercultural studies, playing the violin, energy conservation, running, and spending time with her family and friends.