OUR STORY

HOW IT STARTED
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MEET WYETH
(OWNER / INSTRUCTOR)

After graduating from college during the height of the pandemic, Wyeth began creating wares from her studio apartment in between juggling various jobs.

As her clientele grew, so did her pottery line, Whimsy.

You can learn more about Wyeth's work and read her story here!

HOW IT'S GOING

What began as a home-based pandemic pivot-project born out of necessity, has since transitioned into a growing small business.

After eventually outgrowing her home studio and stepping away from large-scale group teaching, Wyeth established Pinch. She began working out of the creative hub that is San Diego Made in September of 2022.

With several years of teaching experience, Wyeth specializes in one-on-one, hands-on, private lessons for both children and adults. The private setting allows for an in depth look at ceramics, not often found within large group settings. She hopes that everyone who visits Pinch leaves with a unique piece of pottery made by their hands, as well as a love for the craft and a desire to try it again!

MEET DANNIA
(INSTRUCTOR)

Now a team of two, Dannia is the newest addition to Pinch!

A Tijuana native, San Diego local, and recent graduate of Syracuse University, Dannia is a well-rounded artist with extensive ceramic experience.

Furthermore, Dannia's time both pre and post graduation has been filled with teaching. While pursuing their BFA in studio art, Dannia served as a teaching assistant for two years - working in conjunction with their professor to guide discussions for first year students. Today they work full time as an after school art teacher, instructing children of varying ages and abilities.

Dannia's ceramic work is playful, full of color, and bold.

MEET CISCO
(QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST)

When lessons are not in session, Cisco joins in on the studio fun! Quite possibly her favorite place, she splits her time between her dog bed and her human.

No matter which corner of the studio you may find her, Cisco is guaranteed to be keeping a watchful eye on daily pottery production.

If only she had thumbs...