2D Instructor | Pottery

Zoë Wyner is a New England–based artist, musician, and educator whose creative practice spans ceramics, sculpture, and music. She holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University and a bachelor's degree from Lesley University, where she designed an interdisciplinary program in Environmental Science Education with a minor in 3D Visual Arts.

2D Instructor | Mixed Media

Aleksandra (Sasha) Azbel is the founder of Sashoonya, a sustainable textile studio based in Providence, Rhode Island. She specializes in natural dyes—grown and foraged—to create accessories, apparel, home goods, wall hangings, and site-specific installations that celebrate the beauty and power of the ecosystems we inhabit.

2D Instructor | Mixed Media

Lynne Moulton has been making wood art since 2013 when she bought her first saw.  A recent transplant from upstate NY, she now works out of her basement woodshop in East Greenwich and has been an enthusiastic member of the South County Art Association community for several years. 

2D Instructor | Mixed Media

Renée Syed is a self taught artist who found art as a healing process and journey into self love and empowerment. She focuses on an intuitive approach to painting, and art in general

2D Instructor | Painting, Drawing

Shaun Rock (University of Connecticut, BFA; Southern Connecticut State University, MS) is a professional artist and arts educator who produces and exhibits fine art throughout New England.

2D Instructor | Painting

D Derek attended Parsons School of Design, American Conservatory Theatre for Dramatic Arts and Providence College. He is a recipient of 2025 NAACP Image Award, a New England Foundation for the Arts Grant, and numerous other grants and awards.

Ceramics Instructor | Pottery

Nancy Lyon has had her hands in Clay and has been teaching others for many years. Inspired by nature, colors, texture, and the art of surprise, Nancy‘s work reflects her interest and inspiration. 

She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Rhode Island College, a K-12 Art Education Certification, a certificate of Expressive Arts from Salve Regina University.

Ceramics Instructor | Pottery

Step into a world where imagination takes flight with the incredible ceramic art of Steve Palmer!

Steve masterfully combines the intricate aesthetics of steampunk with his skilled use of underglaze transfers and sculpting techniques. The result? Functional art pieces like boxes, watering cans, and mugs that are anything but ordinary.

Ceramics Instructor | Pottery

Will Simons is a sculptor and craftsperson working in clay, wood, and metals since 2004. He received a BFA in Sculpture from the University of California Santa Barbara and an MFA in Ceramics from the Rhode Island School of Design.

Ceramics Instructor | Pottery

Jon Baylor is a potter, object maker, educator, and part time curator living in Wakefield, RI. He runs Salt Pond Pottery with his wife Ashley and is influenced by geometric patterns found in the natural world.

Ceramics Instructor | Pottery

After her formal training, Annie now teaches at Anyhow Studio in Providence, where she is also a member, and is skilled in wheel throwing, handbuilding, and mold making. Alison’s work explores both functional forms and whimsical, mixed-media sculpture.

2D Instructor | Painting | Mixed Media

As a secondary educator for over 26 years, I have had the pleasure of inspiring students each  day about the arts. I also regularly teach adult workshops and classes.

Ceramics Instructor | Pottery

Anni began her teaching career 30 years ago. She has taught both clay and studio art classes to middle and upper school students in a private school, as well as adult education classes.

2D Instructor | Painting | Drawing

A retired art teacher of 29 years, Burl now teaches painting and drawing at SCAA. His paintings capture the Rhode Island coastline in all seasons.

2D Instructor | Painting | Plein Air

After decade-long career as a figurative sculptor Chris is now a dedicated daily painter. He completes several alla prima works per day while drinking copious amounts of espresso!

2D Instructor | Photography | Mixed Media

Christina Ascani is an artist and photojournalist with a diverse background in both media and education.

2D Instructor | Mixed Media | Wellness

Erica is passionate about art being accessible and enjoyable to all people, and that the process of creating is a powerful tool for healing.

Ceramics Instructor | Sculpture & Pottery

Jason’s sculptural and functional pottery has been exhibited throughout the region. With decades of experience in ceramics, teaching, Jason brings deep knowledge and creative energy to every class.

2D Instructor | Painting

An experienced artist and education , Jeneane considers herself an impressionist and strives to capture the changing light effects of nature.

2D Instructor | Photography

For more than 40 years, photography for me has been a tool for discovery. My travels have led me to all 50 US states, and another 40 countries.