Sedona Arts Center announces passing of Dennis Ott

A beloved, award-winning instructor and head of our Ceramics Department for 30+ years, Dennis served on the board and was Chair two separate times. He felt so strongly about the future direction of the Arts Center that he recently rejoined the board to help as much as he could.

Dennis has been a leading and valuable contributor to the greater Sedona community, taking on Loving Bowls which provided funds to several organizations for 15 years. Dennis has touched countless lives over the years, including all of ours. Dennis has been Sedona Arts Center’s biggest cheerleader and most committed advocate. He was always there to provide a hug or words of encouragement when times were overwhelming or tough. He had a way of always making everything better.

Our hearts are with his wife Pat and family – they are asking for privacy during this difficult time. There will be a Celebration of Life in the coming months.

The Arts Center welcomes his current and former students, fans and community members to provide a tribute page (no larger than 5” x 7”)  that will be compiled into a book to be given to Dennis’ family. You can drop them off at our Gallery Shop or administrative offices at your convenience.

Rest in Peace Dennis.  We will miss you so.

The Sedona Arts Center Family