Sarah Bemus

I always knew I’d end up working with clay— I just didn’t know when. What started as a single class at Muddy’s in Santa Ana quickly turned into a full-blown passion. I wanted to understand everything about ceramics: the techniques, the chemistry of glazes, the feel of different clay bodies, and how it all comes together in the firing process. Eager to learn more, I began studying ceramics at Saddleback College, where I discovered that this was way more than just a hobby. With the support of my family, the guidance of my pottery peers, and encouragement from the Saddleback crew, I built this small studio where I can keep learning, experimenting, and creating.

I’m drawn to functional pottery because it infuses art into everyday life. There’s something special about the way a handmade mug or bowl can elevate simple moments—how everything just tastes better out of a vessel made by hand. I love exploring how form, texture, pattern, and color can shape our experiences and bring art into daily rituals.

For me, nothing compares to the feeling of creating with your hands. Ceramics invite us to slow down, to touch, to connect—and I’m grateful to share that sense of connection through each piece that comes out of the studio.