About us
Founded in 1990 by Marilyn B. Dale- Warwick Pottery Studio is a community-run studio in Warwick, NY. We’re a highly collaborative and supportive team, coming together to ensure our students receive quality pottery lessons. Everyone, from the first-time clay student to the most experienced potter, is a creator here. When all of our energies combine, magic happens!
Meet our Team
Marilyn B. Dale
Owner, Head Teacher
Marilyn B. Dale is the owner, founder, and head teacher of the Warwick Pottery Studio. Marilyn's passion for pottery started when she was kicked out of her first ceramics class. Through perseverance, she discovered her love for pottery when she centered her first piece of clay at a small studio in Hoboken. Marilyn chose to pursue pottery over painting due to the spiritual significance of creating functional pottery, despite the risk of it breaking.
In 1990, Marilyn carved a small studio in her home and began teaching others. What started with one student, quickly grew into the Warwick Pottery Studio that we know today, a vibrant and nurturing space for students of all levels for over 30 years.
Howard Steng
Studio Manager, Teacher
Meet Howard Steng, our studio manager, teacher, and Tai Chi master with over four years of experience working with clay. Howard believes that ceramics is an intuitive experience that involves trial and error.
For Howard, being part of the studio is about centering oneself, whether he's throwing a pot, mixing glaze, or loading the kiln- Howard believes the studio is a healthy and vibrant space where creativity and joy abound. Howard is committed to sharing his love of ceramics with others by creating a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment for potters of all experience levels.
Rachel Durland
Teacher
Rachel Durland is a passionate teacher who believes in the importance of functional art and the joy it brings. Despite not having formal ceramics training until college, Rachel took as many electives as possible and now holds a minor in ceramics.
After a 40-year break, Rachel returned to ceramics and joined Warwick Pottery Studio. Here, she not only found the expertise to become a skilled potter but also an incredibly supportive community. For Rachel, working with clay is not just about making pretty pots, it's about centering oneself and being alongside like-minded individuals. Rachel loves teaching and finds great satisfaction in watching her students discover the joy of creating something with their own hands.
Kelsey Martin
Student, Digital Marketer
Kelsey Martin is a student of the Warwick Pottery Studio with a background in digital marketing and website development. Kelsey has always had a fascination with art and technology. After enrolling in the ceramics program at a local art school, Kelsey discovered her love for creating functional, complex, and aesthetically pleasing pottery pieces.
Along with her passion for pottery, Kelsey has a keen interest in digital marketing and website design. She pursued this interest by taking online courses in her spare time and quickly became proficient in website design, SEO, and digital marketing. Kelsey handles the front and backend operations of our website and brings our monthly newsletter to life.