Alexis Arrazcaeta MA AIRC
Alexis is a Professor, a Certified Artist in Residence and teaching artist in the Tampa Bay Area. She has a Masters in Arts in Medicine from the University of Florida 2019 and a Bachelors in Art Therapy and Psychology with a minor in Art from the University of Tampa 2012. She creates functional sculptures and wares that have an emphasis on experimental glaze work. She tests the limits of her materials and allows the fluidity of the medium to create character and uniqueness in each piece. Her focus in art making is the potential adaptability of the mediums she works with and how they can meet the needs of the creator.
Etsy Shop Name - LexiRedPottery
Personal Email: Aarrazcaeta7@gmail.com
Audrey Short
Audrey is a multidisciplinary visual artist and local musician. She received her Bachelors in Fine Arts from the University of South Florida in 2018. She has spent several years as a teaching artist, through various nonprofit organizations, spreading the arts and music. She creates art that aligns with her eccentric self and view of the world. A lot of her work embraces the obscure and kitschy with a counterculture attitude. She works with ceramics, sculpture, painting, printmaking, digital, video, and mixed media.
Axel Menezes
Axel is Twisted Sisters Studio Kiln Master and Studio Manager. He is a master of many skills and talents. Originally from Kauai, Hawaii, Axel studied Hawaiian Music and Culture at the University of Hawaii in Maui. In addition to his insane Ukulele skills he brings a new found passion for sculpture and hand building to our studio. With a background in electrical work he is the master at all things kiln and is a great resource for our Clay Community!
If your looking for a Kiln Guy for set up or repairs give Axel a shout at 808- 346-6187 or by email at TwistedSisters4all@gmail.com