Marlaina Mathisen

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Ceramic artist | Pottery instructor and educator | Personal growth advocate | Social media content creator | Aspiring studio owner and art enthusiast @ The Digs Chicago
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Greater Chicago Area, United States
About Marlaina Mathisen

Enthusiastic about the convergence of my passion for teaching and ceramics, I am embarking on a journey to fulfill my dreams and make a meaningful impact in the world of education and art. With a profound love for the transformative nature of teaching and the tactile joy of working with clay, my goal is to seamlessly blend these passions into a fulfilling career.My background reflects a commitment to both disciplines, combining a solid foundation in teaching methodologies with hands-on experience in ceramics. As a dedicated educator, I have honed my skills in creating engaging and inclusive learning environments, ensuring that students not only gain knowledge but also cultivate a love for learning.Simultaneously, my journey in ceramics has been a source of personal fulfillment and artistic expression. From wheel throwing to hand-building techniques, I have immersed myself in the intricacies of the craft, continually expanding my skills and pushing the boundaries of my creative endeavors.My vision extends beyond the confines of a traditional classroom. I aspire to create an educational space where the art of ceramics becomes a dynamic tool for fostering creativity, self-expression, and personal growth. By integrating my passion for teaching and ceramics, I aim to inspire students to explore their artistic potential while instilling valuable life skills such as patience, perseverance, and attention to detail.My commitment to achieving this dream involves ongoing education, collaboration with fellow educators and artists, and staying attuned to the evolving landscape of both teaching methodologies and ceramic techniques. I am excited about the prospect of contributing to the next generation's education and nurturing a community of budding artists.Through continuous learning, teaching innovation, and an unwavering dedication to the world of ceramics, I am confident that I can turn my dreams into a reality. My LinkedIn journey is a testament to this commitment, and I look forward to connecting with like-minded individuals who share a passion for education, art, and the limitless possibilities that arise when these worlds intersect. Together, let's shape a future where teaching and ceramics converge to inspire and empower the creative minds of tomorrow.

Marlaina Mathisen's Current Company Details
The Digs Chicago

The Digs Chicago

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Ceramic artist | Pottery instructor and educator | Personal growth advocate | Social media content creator | Aspiring studio owner and art enthusiast
Marlaina Mathisen Work Experience Details
  • Fineline Creative Arts Center
    Pottery Instructor
    Fineline Creative Arts Center Sep 2024 - Present
    St Charles, Illinois, United States
    Curriculum Design: Develop engaging and educational lesson plans tailored to beginner, intermediate, and advanced pottery students.Instructional Leadership: Teach foundational to advanced techniques, including wheel throwing, hand-building, glazing, and surface decoration.Artistic Mentorship: Inspire students to explore their creativity, providing personalized feedback to enhance their artistic growth and technical skills.Studio Management: Maintain a safe and welcoming studio environment, overseeing kiln firings, tool maintenance, and material inventory.Community Building: Foster a sense of artistic community through workshops, collaborative projects, and participation in studio exhibitions.Event Coordination: Plan and host special events, such as themed pottery nights, team-building workshops, and private classes.Professional Development: Stay updated on trends in ceramics and art education, integrating innovative techniques and materials into the studio curriculum.Customer Relations: Build relationships with clientele, ensuring a memorable and enriching studio experience.
  • The Digs Chicago
    Pottery Instructor
    The Digs Chicago Jan 2024 - Present
    United States
    The Digs is a wonderful loft space in Chicago for beginners classroom instruction to advanced potters looking to rent shelf space. I operate as a throwing instructor for beginners courses as well as the instructor for three hour long beginners workshops. My role involves creating 4 week long instruction for beginners to become intermediate. Demonstrating and descriptive teaching instruction is imperative for this role.
  • Marlainamathisenceramics
    Ceramic Artist
    Marlainamathisenceramics Jan 2020 - Present
    West Dundee, Illinois, United States
  • Starbucks
    Barista
    Starbucks Jan 2024 - Mar 2024
    West Dundee, Illinois, United States
    As a Starbucks Barista, I bring a wealth of skills to ensure a seamless and delightful customer experience. Proficient in the art of espresso preparation, I have enjoyed excelling in crafting consistently high-quality shots. My ability to customize beverages according to diverse preferences showcases my dedication to customer satisfaction. With a keen eye for cleanliness and adherence to health standards, I maintain an organized workspace. A collaborative team player, I work seamlessly with colleagues to achieve operational excellence. Strong communication skills, adaptability to fast-paced environments, and efficient cash handling further contribute to my effectiveness in this role. In-depth product knowledge and a commitment to upholding Starbucks' standards make Starbucks and I a great fit.
  • Grace Coffee
    Barista
    Grace Coffee May 2023 - Nov 2023
    Verona, Wisconsin, United States
    In 2023 I temporarily moved to Verona Wisconsin to make myself available as a pottery teacher to the University of Wisconsin. In between teaching weekly classes I worked at Grace Coffee preparing and serving beverages such as espresso-based drinks, tea, and other specialty drinks. This was also a fantastic opportunity to practice my customer service and on the spot problem solving skills. I enjoyed this position very much however, moving to Wisconsin was not permanent.
  • University Of Wisconsin-Madison
    Pottery Instructor
    University Of Wisconsin-Madison May 2023 - Nov 2023
    Madison, Wisconsin, United States
    The WheelHouse is a creative space for the arts attached to the union building associated with the University of Madison Wisconsin. The studio space is a wonderful place for students and Union members to take art courses including pottery. I had a wonderful time teaching beginners wheel throwing courses here for the few months I lived in Wisconsin. I was able to work with college age students and adults who wanted to expand their creative abilities. This was also an excellent opportunity for me to improve my teaching skills towards an older audience.
  • Edutainment Living History
    Virtual Assistant
    Edutainment Living History Sep 2022 - Nov 2023
    Algonquin, Illinois, United States
    I was brought on-board Edutainment Living History as a virtual assistant to help provide support in the behind the scene details of the business. My assistance enables the entertainer to focus on doing the performing and to focus on other creative tasks. As a virtual assistant I ensure the success of on time entertainment by managing the calendar and upcoming appointments. As well as insure future bookings by promoting new programs by managing social media marketing.
  • D.C Cobbs
    Bartender
    D.C Cobbs Sep 2022 - Nov 2022
    West Dundee, Illinois, United States
    After relocating to Illinois I landed on this opportunity to create excellent customer service experiences in a fast paced restaurant environment. If you have ever worked in the restaurant industry you know there are many moving parts. Within this position I was able to handle both internal and external needs, high efficiency and organization, fast paced accuracy, adequate preparation, memorization of drink orders, and quick problem solving to ensure high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Camp High Rocks, Inc.
    Head Of Ceramics Department
    Camp High Rocks, Inc. Apr 2021 - Aug 2022
    North Carolina, United States
    My passion for the arts and an educational environment led me to seek out a position in instructing pottery lessons. As the Head of the Ceramics Department I was thrilled that I could utilize not only my skills in pottery and education; but also in leadership, public speaking, and training younger staff in safe equipment use and teamwork.
  • Principia College
    Social Events Assistant
    Principia College Aug 2019 - May 2022
    Elsah, Illinois, United States
    My love for the events industry began at The Principia College, where I was mentored under the arm of the director of social events. As a social events team member I was given opportunities to use my creative thinking and create events from start to finish. In this role I gained an in-depth understanding of brainstorming creative solutions, adequately preparing entertainment and food, set-up and break-down of events, and the joy in starting again. The director of social events at Principia provided myself and the team with autonomy over the events and personally ignited my interest in the process of creating events.
  • Canaccord Genuity Group Inc.
    Intern
    Canaccord Genuity Group Inc. Nov 2020 - Jan 2021
    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
    I was brought on as an intern to Canaccord Genuity by the recommendation by my college professor. My goal was to utilize my communication and education skills in a professional HR environment. In this role I was able to shadow my mentor in her process of creating training programs and contribute the process. During this internship I increased my skills in acquiring effective resources, creating lesson plans, presentations in e-learning instruction, synthesizing presentations, and effective interpersonal communication.
  • Unique Nails
    Manicurist
    Unique Nails May 2017 - Dec 2019
    Algonquin, Illinois, United States
    Working at Unique Nails as a manicurist was my first opportunity in my early career to provide excellent customer service. I paid attention to customer needs, learned the foundation of a customer service experience, created relationships with customers and increased my knowledge of the business. Through doing these things I was able to grow my client base and increased returning cliental by 20%.

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Marlaina Mathisen works for The Digs Chicago

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Marlaina Mathisen's current role is Ceramic artist | Pottery instructor and educator | Personal growth advocate | Social media content creator | Aspiring studio owner and art enthusiast.

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Marlaina Mathisen attended Kansas City Art Institute, Principia College.

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