DAVID PARSONS:
Founder & Executive Director
Painting/Drawing/Clay/Sculpture Instructor

David has an MFA from New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University and a BFA from CSU Long Beach.   He has taught at various colleges and universities across the country since 1989, including University of Michigan and College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia, as well as El Camino College.   He is currently a professor at CSU Dominguez Hills.   David has been involved with numerous shows and exhibits, regionally and internationally, and is represented in many private collections.  He is a past president of the Ann Arbor Potters Guild.   David founded Summer Studios Arts Academy in 2005, is the Executive Director, and teaches drawing, painting, clay sculpture, and pottery.   David provides local volunteer services and is members of both Lomita and Palos Verdes Chambers of Commerce. 

ADRIANA ANDERSEN:
Kids Ceramic Instructor

Adriana is a native of South Bay and holds a B.A. in Studio Art from Humboldt State University. She is a mold maker and sculptress for "Finding Nemo," a Disney ride. Adriana teaches ceramics for Bitterroot Pottery Studio in LA. She is a member of the Torrance Craftsman Guild while continuing her education in sculpture and ceramics at El Camino College.

RAJESH BHAVNANI:
Cartooning Instructor

Rajesh is a professional freelance illustrator and animator. He has worked on several projects including those for Eminem and Mel Brooks. He has finished directing his first music video and has completed many other projects to his credit.

JEANETTE BOSE:
Cartooning Instructor

Jeannette has a BA in Fine Arts, Mills College. She studies cartooning at UC Berkeley ext. and animation at CCA. She was a freelance artist, a published illustrator (Dover Publications), and began her animation career in 1985 in NY. Jeannette has been a character-layout animator for The Simpsons TV show for 13 seasons, has worked on The Simpsons Ride at Universal Studios, and has done freelance Simpsons cartoons and calendar designs for Bongo Comics. She was a storyboard revisionist on the Nickelodeon preschool TV show, Ni Hao, Kai Lan.

JOSEPH P. BREMMER:
Stained Glass Instructor

Joseph 2Bears Art Glass Studio has been in business since 2003 in architectural stained glass panels and instructional classes. He has produced 3 pattern CDS for nearly 700 window/door designs for American Bevel, Inc. His work can be found in homes and private collections in Lake Tahoe, Reno, and Ontario. He is a member of the American Glass Guild, the So Cal Glass Guild, and the Lomita Chamber of Commerce. Joseph 2Bears shares his humble experience and knowledge with all.

KRISTINA CHRISTIAN-KELLY:
Jewelry Instructor

Kristina has a background in fine art studies, ceramics, sculpting and specializes in metal-smithing and jewelry design. She has been TA for Professor Irene Mori of the Metal-Smithing/Jewelry Department at El Camino College for 8 years, and holds a certificate in Jewelry Design and Fabrication. She has been in juried art exhibitions, and is an active member and fundraiser in several local art associations. Kristina's European background and connection to nature shines through her work as an artist and instructor.

DAVID CRUZ:
Basic Welding for Sculpture Instructor

David is a native of Argentina and has pursued his interest in welding since 2002. He is a recent arrival to California and is currently attending English classes at Downey High School, and is completing a welding certification from Cerritos.

ANITA DIXON:
Mixed Media Instructor and Kids/Teens Instructor

Anita comes from Amsterdam and a family of artists.  She studied at Otis College of Art and Design under Joe Mugniani and creates art in various mediums.  She has been a docent in the Art to Grow program, has coached students in set painting for both Dodson Junior and San Pedro High Schools., and has helped paint murals in the Harbor area.  She is a member of SP Arts Association and former Director of their Gallery in Ports O’Call Village, San Pedro.  Anita assists in art programs for children including Summer Studios’ education for kids and teens.

KRISTINA GREGORY:  
Office Manager and Painting Instructor

Kristina grew up in Chicago and finished her studies at Columbia College University. She has since worked as a freelance watercolor artist in Michigan while showing her art through various exhibitions, fundraisers and private collections. An animal lover at heart, she continues to paint using the subjects she has met through personal rehabilitation efforts and various organizations where she is an active volunteer and member. Kristina and her husband share their home with four parrots and one rabbit.

CHUCK HULSEY:
Music Instructor

Chuck has a BA in Music from Cal State University Dominguez Hills.  He has been teaching all styles of music from classical to contemporary since 1972.   Chuck has experience in commercial and studio work with all types of genres and has performed sound tracks for TV documentaries including KCET.

DESIREE KANNEL:
Creative Writing Instructor

Desiree is an AWA affiliate and certified to lead the AWA method (Writing Alone & With Others writing by Pat Schneider). She has an MFA in Creative Writing, Antioch University; and has studied writing at Cerritos College, CSUDH, and at the Gotham Writers' Workshop. Her teaching credential is from CSULB. She was a fiction editor for online based The Sylvan Echo and edited/produced the literary journal, Under the Structure. She is currently finishing her novel, Lucky John.

HIROKO MOMII:
Abstract Painting/Drawing Instructor

Hiroko has an MFA in drawing and painting from CSULB. She has had numerous shows throughout Los Angeles, Santa Fe, and Japan. When she began painting seriously, she recognized a desire within herself to create forms that were born from her inner feelings rather than solely from observations made through the external world. She began her interest in abstract forms and found a direction to her unique and individual voice.

SERINA NAKAZAWA:
Kids Ceramic Instructor

Serina graduated from Yamanashi University in Japan with a B.A. in Art Education and completed her Ceramics Certification at Glendale College. She has proficiency in Low and High Fire ceramics developed over the last decade both in Japan and the U.S. She is an art instructor of young students at the Nishiyamato Academy. She is currently a member of the CA Japanese Ceramics Arts Guild. Her greatest achievement was winning the 2008 International Teapot Competition.

ZORA NECHEVA:
Clay Sculpture Instructor

Zora holds a Master Degree from the Art Academy in Sofia, Bulgaria. She is from an internationally known art family. She has experience in Bulgaria for preparing students for their art examinations. Zora has exhibited her work both locally and internationally, including Italy, France, Bulgaria, and the US.

EDWINA RAMBO:
Young Children Instructor

Edwina is an Early Education Instructor who has worked with the LAUSD Child Development Division. She has also worked with the City of Los Angeles Dept. of Recreation and Parks as Associate Director at Eagle Rock Child Care Center. Edwina holds a BA in Sociology from CSUDH, and an Associates in Child Development. She is the Director of JazzArt4Kids, an organization that promotes hands-on art and music experience for young children throughout Southern California. She also conducts workshops for children and teachers, and is available for birthday parties and social events.

BLU RIVARD:
Oil Painting Instructor

Blu inherited his visual and performing gifts from his parents. As a professional musician of over 30 years, he continued his visual art of different mediums as a hobby. He became published in 1989, with his work skyrocketing internationally in 50 countries. His work is exhibited in galleries and corporate and private collections. Blu's reasearch and exotic travels are the basis of his images. He has been an instructor since 1998.

ADRIAN SANDSTROM:
Ceramics Instructor

Adrian was raised in rural Iowa on a pig farm, and first became fascinated with clay in high school and continued his ceramics education at Buena Vista University. After graduating with a BA in Art, he entered an apprenticeship with Hank Goodman in Asheville NC. Moving to LA in 2004, he bagan working with Rick Maldonado and started teaching. He works out of his studio in Harbor City, and showcases his work throughout the region and the US.

DOUG STENHOUSE:
Painting Instructor

Originally an architect for many years, Doug now focuses on watercolor painting and teaching.  He has studied at St. Albans School under Dean Stambaugh, with Marion Junkin of Washington & Lee University, under sculptor Joe Brown at Princeton University, and under William Shellman and Francis Comstock.  He has worked with Henry Fukuhara and Hisako Asano, at USC and Harbor College.  Doug’s work is exhibited in regional and international exhibitions and private collections.  He is an active member of several art associations.