Meet Your Teacher!
Our co-owner/sole teacher, Monika, started her ceramic arts journey at Iowa State University in 2017. Her approach to pottery focuses on body positioning and sustainable use of materials. She studied under Ingrid Lilligren, who has been doing ceramics for over 60 years and is still a professor at Iowa State University.
Monika brings the knowledge, practical skills, and philosophy she learned in Ingrid’s studio. This, in combination with the lessons she’s learned while teaching at various studios in Fremont, Seattle since 2022 makes her an excellent teacher for all learning styles.
Her artistic focus combines traditional ceramics with the human form.
Virtual gift-cards available!
After your purchase, we will email you a virtual giftcard!
Great for the holidays, birthdays, or just because!
Interested in learning pottery? This 2-hour introduction with our experienced teacher, Monika, will cover all the basics of wheel throwing! Classes are offered daily, based on your schedule.
Price of class includes 2 glazed pottery pieces per person (but all the clay you can throw!) and Washington state taxes.
Class Schedule - Spring 2026
Interested in taking a 4, 6 or 8 week class at The Garage?! We offer beginner and intermediate classes— perfect for any skill level!
Spring classes will be available for sign-up on February 1st for those on the waitlist and made public on February 5th