About

The Clay & The Calm: Why I Make and Why I Teach

My art practice is built on a simple, powerful idea: that creating with our hands is a direct path to calm and connection. This belief is supported by a deep educational foundation and a commitment to making art accessible to all.

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I am a dedicated educator specializing in Inclusive Education and have a background in Psychology and Visual Arts. This expertise allows me to structure every workshop not just as an art class, but as a carefully designed, supportive, and engaging learning experience. I am further enhancing this approach by currently working toward my Therapeutic Arts Practitioner certification.

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As an artist, my work flows primarily through the ancient and rewarding medium of ceramics. I love the connection to earth and fire, the discipline it requires, and the endless possibility for functional and sculptural forms. Complementing this, I dive into the whimsical and textural world of needle felting, finding a satisfying contrast in its soft, three-dimensional sketching. My deepest pleasure, however, is simply in the act of making—seeing an idea materialize out of the raw material.

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But the joy doesn't stop with the finished piece. As a teacher, I open my studio and my knowledge to others, driven by the desire to share the profound, positive benefits of art.

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In a fast-paced world, the simple, focused activity of wedging clay or the repetitive act of felting wool becomes a form of meditation. This is what I seek to provide in my classes: a supportive environment where students can not only master a skill but can also tap into the peace and sense of presence that these beautiful, tactile art forms inherently offer.

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I invite you to explore my pieces and, even better, join me for a class to experience the gentle magic of the creative process for yourself.