My name is Adam Nelson-Ockenfels, I am a BFA student at the University of Iowa, and I specialize in thrown functional ware. After teaching Middle School Social Studies for several years, I went back to the University of Iowa to get my endorsement to teach art. I originally emphasized in photography up until my first ceramics class a little over a year ago. After my first ceramics class I was absolutely hooked. I changed my emphasis to ceramics and added the entire ceramic BFA class regiment to my schooling.

Update:

I just recently graduated, officially wrapping up my Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ceramics and my passion for crafting quality clay pieces remains. Whether you have a favorite cup, a special office mug, a sentimental vase, or a bowl that everything tastes better out of - you also have a degree of passion for functional ware, and my appreciation for that connection grows every day as I strive to create pieces that people can enjoy for years to come.

I am currently working out of my home studio, creating small batch ceramics, and constructing custom work as orders come in. For inquires email me at noaphotographyy@gmail.com