EST. 2018

Our story began
with a single bowl.

Keenstream Clayworks was founded to make thoughtful ceramic education accessible to adults who want depth without pretension.

Mission

We teach adults how to shape clay with intention, patience, and precision. Every workshop is built around real technique, thoughtful critique, and the belief that making objects by hand still matters in the digital age.

Core values

  • • Safety and clarity above all else
  • • Inclusive critique that builds confidence
  • • Editorial standards in every finished piece
  • • Sustainable studio practices

Pedagogy & approach

Our curriculum is designed for adult learners who crave structure and honest feedback. We combine demonstration, guided practice, and group critique in every session. Students leave with both a finished object and a clear understanding of how they made it.

Studio timeline

2018
First wheel-throwing intensive held in a borrowed garage.
2020
Opened permanent studio in San Francisco’s Mission district.
2022
Launched online critique program serving 180 students across 14 countries.
2025
Opened second location in Oakland with 12 resident artists.

The team

Lina Voss
FOUNDER & LEAD INSTRUCTOR

Former industrial designer who discovered clay during a residency in Kyoto. Teaches all wheel-intensive programs and curates the annual exhibition.

Marcus Hale
HEAD OF SCULPTURE & CRITIQUE

Figurative sculptor and educator with 15 years of experience running open-critique sessions. Focuses on building visual language and conceptual clarity.

Sofia Reyes
GLAZE & MATERIALS LEAD

Chemist and ceramic artist responsible for all glaze development and safety protocols. Runs our weekly surface labs and material science seminars.