Our Community
Meet the makers: curious, experimental, and growing within San Antonio’s thriving ceramics scene.
Dani Opal
@by.daniopal
Designer by trade and artist at heart. My work plays with repetition and themes of nature. I’ve been approaching my ceramic practice with curiosity and a commitment to the process. My work is continuously evolving and at the same time I’m letting go of the perfectionism I developed as a designer.
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Emmanuel Munoz
@em_barro
I’m early in my ceramics journey, drawn to the transformation of red clay into something lasting and meaningful. My work blends architectural thinking with traditional forms, aiming to create functional pieces that are displayed and celebrated. Learning from failures and suprises I approach the craft experimentally, untied to rules and open to discovery, working with local stoneware and glazes that bring depth without overpowering form. I hope my pieces carry forward the beauty of the simplest things in life.
Eva schaefer
@artzgeek
To me, ceramics is about making something that is exciting to touch and interact with. It’s about more than just looks; weight, texture, and shape, something that’s pleasant to touch and hold is just as interesting as how a piece looks on a shelf. I first experienced ceramics as an elective in architecture school, and now it feels like an extension of that passion for making something lasting and meaningful to interact with. The process is exciting, and it’s thrilling to know that what comes out of the kiln could be loved for centuries.
Judi Tepperman
@juditzy
After many years of creating with clay, I embrace the fact that no two pieces are ever the same and that is why I continue to create on the wheel. I welcome the individuality and imperfection of each piece I make. I find the most joy in crafting functional pottery with a touch of whimsy—pieces that are meant to be used and loved. I’ve been lucky to learn from generous mentors, fellow potters, and occasional kiln explosions. Their wisdom, and encouragement shaped not just my work, but how I express myself through clay.
Margaret Engel
@lotsodoggies
Ceramics is an ongoing exploration of the interplay between material characteristics and my artistic expectations. When making a piece, I start out with a mental image of the final result I hope to achieve. This goal is continually challenged and revised as the form emerges from the clay and the window of opportunity for carving arrives and passes. Glazes are selected to either complement the surface texture or create visual interest. The final result often does not mirror my initial expectation, creating an opportunity for me to observe and appreciate the physical reality of the piece I have created.
NATASHA LONG
@murmurstudio.co
This year, I left my corporate job to become a full-time potter. I’m drawn to ceramics for the way it can make everyday items joyful and brings me fully into the present moment. When I’m creating, I feel completely at home — like this is exactly what I’m meant to be doing. Most importantly, I’m so grateful to have found purpose and belonging within the ceramics community.
