South St. Louis Pottery Studio
Our Studio
Making with a Mission
Making with a Mission
SBAP is a place where everything clay, pottery and design meets community. We are an open studio for creative and wanna-be creative kids, teens and adults in St. Louis. We are inspired by people like you who know there's more to life than homework, meetings, budgets and deadlines. Choose South Broadway Art Project as your next creative destination to take your MaKing to the next level!
Making with a Mission
Making with a Mission
Making with a Mission
Lunch hour. After work. After dinner. Bring your mom, kids, friends, co-workers... At SBAP we are committed to improving the lives of Saint Louis kids, teens, adults, residents, visitors and volunteers of different neighborhoods, different jobs, identities and backgrounds. We provide affordable and free opportunities in pottery, ceramics,
Lunch hour. After work. After dinner. Bring your mom, kids, friends, co-workers... At SBAP we are committed to improving the lives of Saint Louis kids, teens, adults, residents, visitors and volunteers of different neighborhoods, different jobs, identities and backgrounds. We provide affordable and free opportunities in pottery, ceramics, textile and sewing classes. By doing this we believe we can change lives and our community through art!
We are all MaKers
Making with a Mission
We are all MaKers
We love creatives who believe in making things by hand and don't mind getting messy or dirty. You need a place to get away from it all. Start an Etsy shop. Make your own mug or dinnerware set, or work on your portfolio. Even if you have never touched clay or a sewing machine before you can find your path here. All of our staff and instruc
We love creatives who believe in making things by hand and don't mind getting messy or dirty. You need a place to get away from it all. Start an Etsy shop. Make your own mug or dinnerware set, or work on your portfolio. Even if you have never touched clay or a sewing machine before you can find your path here. All of our staff and instructors are highly skilled, experienced and qualified to help you on your MaK-ing journey...
Our Creative Team
Executive Director
Facilities Director
Facilities Director
Sarah Rye Bliss
she/her/hers
sarah@southbroadwayartproject.org
Sarah is one of the co-founders of SBAP and has been involved since the very beginning in 2007. Sarah has been working as an artist and art educator for over 20 years. Serving as the Executive Director, Sarah splits her time between administrative duties related to mission, an
Sarah Rye Bliss
she/her/hers
sarah@southbroadwayartproject.org
Sarah is one of the co-founders of SBAP and has been involved since the very beginning in 2007. Sarah has been working as an artist and art educator for over 20 years. Serving as the Executive Director, Sarah splits her time between administrative duties related to mission, and vision, as well as daily operations which involve lead instruction for Pottery and GAP Mentorship. Sarah has a B.A. in Studio Art with an emphasis in Ceramics, and a B.A. in Secondary Art Education from Webster University, and is currently a graduate student at Lindenwood University working on a Master of Arts in Art History and Visual Culture.
Facilities Director
Facilities Director
Facilities Director
Tim Bliss
he/him/his
tim@southbroadwayartproject.org
Tim has a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art with a concentration in Sculpture from Webster University. Tim is one of the co-founders of SBAP and has played an integral role in bringing our mission and vision to life in the role as studio manager and facilities director. Tim has been working f
Tim Bliss
he/him/his
tim@southbroadwayartproject.org
Tim has a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art with a concentration in Sculpture from Webster University. Tim is one of the co-founders of SBAP and has played an integral role in bringing our mission and vision to life in the role as studio manager and facilities director. Tim has been working for over 20 years as a sculptor, carpenter, and project manager. Tim's role at SBAP encompasses everything from managing daily studio operations, kiln technician, facility improvements and custom installations. Tim is a resident of Marine Villa and is actively involved in neighborhood beautification and gardening.
Resident Artist
Facilities Director
Resident Artist
Eyan Mullett
he/him/his
Eyan has been working and teaching at South Broadway Art Project since 2013.
Eyan works as a resident artist at SBAP with a focus on merging functional and sculptural forms as a way to emphasize unexpected interpretations of traditional forms. Eyan has a BFA in sculpture from Southwest Missouri State University and a
Eyan Mullett
he/him/his
Eyan has been working and teaching at South Broadway Art Project since 2013.
Eyan works as a resident artist at SBAP with a focus on merging functional and sculptural forms as a way to emphasize unexpected interpretations of traditional forms. Eyan has a BFA in sculpture from Southwest Missouri State University and a life long passion and love for ceramics since childhood. Eyan recently completed resdiency work at a Ceramics Studio in Colorado and brings with him a wealth of knowledge about all things clay, wheel, slab, molds, and sculpture.
Marina Moore
Allison Sissom
Resident Artist
Marina has been a student and working member at SBAP for almost two years. Marina embodies what is means to be a student and working member at SBAP as she immerses herself in her work with unmatched curiosity and creative risk-taking. Marina has been very active in participating in local art shows and putting herself out there as a working artist in the greater StL area.
Allison Sissom
Allison Sissom
Allison Sissom
Allison is a St. Louis native with a Masters of Arts in Education. She has worked in a variety of educational settings, teaching everything from drawing squids with kindergartners to implementing STEM education practices with education professionals. She's a people person with a passion for accessibility in education and advocate for life
Allison is a St. Louis native with a Masters of Arts in Education. She has worked in a variety of educational settings, teaching everything from drawing squids with kindergartners to implementing STEM education practices with education professionals. She's a people person with a passion for accessibility in education and advocate for life-long learning. In her free-time, she creates collage artwork, walk + talk with her dog, Fraser.
Danny Aloush
Allison Sissom
Allison Sissom
Danny (she/her) has been making pottery since she was a kid, and is currently focused on hand-building. She co-ran a community pottery studio in New Orleans for 5 years, and is so excited to be a part of the SBAP community.
Luna Schneirla
Luna Schneirla
Luna Schneirla
Staff Member
Luna Noelle is an UMSL alumni who graduated with a BFA's in Art Education and a minor in Art History. She specializes in oil painting, ceramics, and sewing. She also has a special interest
in surrealism and horror art.
Working Member
Luna Schneirla
Luna Schneirla
Staff Member
Millie is a local St. Louis artist, painter and muralist. Millies work at SBAP is focused on how she can merge her knowledge of painting, design, and drawing with clay.
Working Member
Luna Schneirla
GAP Visiting Artist + Mentor
Staff Member
Marie-Ange is currently in medical school. She has an appreciation for creators and artists, and is intentional about expanding her artistic skills. In particular she is interested in the intersection of science, health, and art. Marie-Ange believes that artistic expression and using your hands to create can be a healing and s
Staff Member
Marie-Ange is currently in medical school. She has an appreciation for creators and artists, and is intentional about expanding her artistic skills. In particular she is interested in the intersection of science, health, and art. Marie-Ange believes that artistic expression and using your hands to create can be a healing and self-affirming experience. She is grateful to be part of the South Broadway Art Project community and is excited to learn more about all things clay & wheel throwing. Before arriving to St. Louis, Marie-Ange has lived a nomadic life and is always happy to talk about travel with fellow travel-enthusiasts.
GAP Visiting Artist + Mentor
GAP Visiting Artist + Mentor
GAP Visiting Artist + Mentor
Jade Conway she/her/hers
Former Resident Artist 2021-2022
Jade combines her passion for public health and social justice with community connection, art, mindfulness practices to address root causes of negative health outcomes, specifically toxic stress and trauma. This intersection of art, healing, and public health is where Jade finds grea
Jade Conway she/her/hers
Former Resident Artist 2021-2022
Jade combines her passion for public health and social justice with community connection, art, mindfulness practices to address root causes of negative health outcomes, specifically toxic stress and trauma. This intersection of art, healing, and public health is where Jade finds great joy. Jade is an artist, yoga teacher, veteran, and public health advocate. Jade graduated with her Master’s in Public Health from Saint Louis University in 2020 with concentrations in Maternal and Child Health and Global Health. Jade hopes to help further community connection in St. Louis with SBAP by creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment by utilizing a trauma-informed approach.
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Our board of directors is comprised of parents, and community members. The boards main role is fundraising for the FREE Teen Apprenticeship Project.
Community Partners
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
We have some amazing community partners such as Regional Arts Commission, Missouri Arts Council, Dutchtown South Community Corporation, Neighborhood schools and organizations.
Parent Ambassadors
Board of Directors
Parent Ambassadors
Parents of GAP Girls Apprentices are Parent Ambassadors. We count on our Parents to not only support their child but others as well by helping raise money and awareness.