Our Team

By offering fair wages and studio access Nick’s hopes a positive and supportive environment for employees and teachers as individuals and artists. With this sustainability driven approach we seek to create an inviting and inclusive atmosphere in the studio, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration that results in artists not only surviving, but thriving.

co-owner/teacher/kids programing

Dini Dixon

she/her/they/them

Dini Dixon is an artist originally from Goleta, CA. She received a BFA in Ceramics from Pratt Institute in 2015. She has been working in clay for over 10 years and specializes in children's art education.

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co-owner/teacher/adult programing

Vannesa De Anda

she/her

Vannesa De Anda is an artist born and raised in Los Angeles. She began working with clay in 2016. She found her passion for teaching ceramics in 2020 and has been teaching folks how to make pots ever since.

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Communications

Briana Newsom

she/ her

A former educator who cares deeply about storytelling, Briana approaches life with a thoughtful, creative lens. She’s interested in building community through clear, intentional communication and noticing the beauty in everyday details! She tries to move through the world with care, curiosity, and an appreciation for art and connection.

Video Artist in Residence aka Social Media

Meghan Aubuchon

they/ them

Meg Aubuchon is an artist and art educator born in Vermont. They hold a BFA in Communications Design with an Illustration emphasis and a Creative Writing minor from Pratt Institute. They make ceramics, poems, and paper & video collages.

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