Colleen Callahan
Passionate about pushing the limits of clay crafting functional pottery designed for everyday use, Colleen is also drawn to alternative firing techniques inspired by nature. She founded the studio as a community for potters of all skill levels to explore, experiment, and refine their craft in a supportive environment.
@jewelltownpottery
Jay Pastorello
With over 25 years of working in clay, Jay’s first encounter with the potter’s wheel in a high school art class set in motion an unbreakable bond filled with fascination and inspiration for the world of ceramics. After graduating he found stimulation and solace working out of Harvard’s ceramic program as a staff member and teaching assistant. From 2012 - 2021 Jay was a ceramic instructor for MIT, where he also ran a Master Class program.
@jaypastorelloceramics
Erica von Schilgen
Erica earned her BFA in Sculpture from Mass College of Art in 2002. She has developed a body of sculpture work, creating intricate “kinetic collages” exhibited in galleries and museums throughout New England, including the Fuller Craft Museum and Cape Cod Museum of Art. She has also worked as a handbag and accessory designer. In recent years, she has focused on ceramics, incorporating her whimsical style, love of nature, and intricate surface details into her pottery. Using both wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques, she creates distinctive pieces inspired by textiles, gardening, and children's books.
@barnmothstudio
Becca Sands
Becca Sands started her pottery journey at High Point University where she studied ceramics, sculpture and painting. She quickly took to clay and began to find her voice with surface decoration, using bright colors and intricate designs. Becca strives to help her students find their unique creative voice and strengthen their love of clay.
@simplysands_ceramics
Ali Greenberg
Ali creates rustic, functional pottery inspired by the things she loves most—horses, flowers, and the beauty of everyday life. She weaves these passions into her work through thoughtful surface design, making each piece uniquely expressive. As a teacher, Ali finds joy in guiding others to create beautiful, functional ceramics that bring warmth and meaning to daily rituals. She believes that handmade pottery not only connects the maker to the craft but also enriches the lives of those who use it.
@lucias_terra
