I enjoy teaching all ages however, I do confess that I love teaching teenage girls as having gone through the pains of maturity myself I understand and know how absolutely important it becomes to build self-confidence through accomplishment in the arts or sports etc. Being able to enjoy and express ourselves creatively through the arts as opposed to seeking outside approval for "how one looks or what clothes we wear", in my humble opinion, is the key to a successful and balanced life. Teaching young women that they can feel accomplished and satisfied by developing passions of their own is a complete joy for me.
"Meeting Kerith and going to one of her workshops was the highlight of our vacation. We attended a pottery making class using the potters wheel and loved it so much we asked her to provide us with extended private lessons. She is a dynamic teacher with a grounded energy that makes everyone feel comfortable even when facing the trials and tribulations of "centering" a pot. As an art teacher myself, I understand the emotional component of empowering others even when they might fail at something. Centering a pot isn't easy or simple. Kerith teaches in a breezy, easy way that makes you feel free and unafraid.
She combines teaching art and teaching life. I highly recommend her for the middle school ages (I brought 3 thirteen year old girls) and they were motivated and engaged the entire time. They even took ownership of clean-up at Kerith's direction!
For a positive life experience, that goes well beyond making pottery, I highly recommend Kerith's workshop. Her teaching style is unparalleled. I can't wait until she opens her own studio so we can come back for more!"
Irene Mitta, art teacher and visual artist
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