MEET OUR TEACHERS

High five! Polymer Week 2025 is here!

Five instructors from all corners of the world will gather at the epicenter of the polymer clay community. They will bring their bright minds, full of knowledge and experience, along with the skill of their hands. Let them guide you into your own creativity and share their magic to align the clay with your artistic soul.

DEBBIE CROTHERS

For more than fifteen years, Debbie Crothers has been at the forefront of polymer clay scene in Australia, developing unique, playful designs that merge mixed media with intuitive artistry. Her work evolves organically through creative play, and as a passionate instructor, she has shared her knowledge across the globe.

SARAH SHRIVER

Sarah Shriver, based in Northern California and recognized as one of the early masters of the medium, has been influencing the polymer clay community for the past thirty years with her unique approach to building canes and kaleidoscopes for jewelry and bead applications.

Andy Bell

With a love for creating characters, stop motion, animation, and film, Andy Bell brings a fresh approach to polymer clay, which he uses to bring his quirky character designs to life. Having worked on numerous commercials and children’s TV shows, he is known for his contributions to stop-motion films like Isle of Dogs and Pinocchio.

Nadia Lunkina

Based in Israel and with over thirteen years of experience, Nadia Lunkina's designs explore the art of asymmetry, abstraction, and raw texture. By sharing her innovative techniques through workshops and exhibitions in the United States, Italy, and Spain, she has further solidified her place in the contemporary jewelry scene as a member of the Italian Association of Contemporary Jewelry Artists.

JULIA AGNES

Canadian sculptor Julia Agnes explores the intersection of nature, the body, and the feminine through polymer clay. Her sculptures—deeply rooted in themes of vulnerability and aging—celebrate the beauty of imperfection and lived experience. By focusing on aging bodies, etched with the marks of time, she captures a powerful duality: the innocence of childhood and the resilience of adulthood.