Our Expert Instructors
We take pride in curating a team of exceptional artists and educators who bring passion, skill, and creativity to every class. Our instructors aren’t just talented — they’re dedicated mentors, innovators, and community builders who love sharing their expertise.
We carefully select the best creative minds in our area, ensuring that every workshop is led by an artist who not only excels in their craft but also knows how to make learning fun, engaging, and accessible.
Join us and experience firsthand the inspiration, knowledge, and creative energy that our incredible team brings to Bloomery Art Co.!
Katrina Heebner
Katrina creates work in a variety of media, and enjoys exploring new materials and techniques to incorporate into her artmaking practice. When she teaches, she's all about helping people build confidence alongside their skills, creating a space where anyone can feel comfortable exploring their creative side.
Check out Katrina's website & shop here.
Join Katrina's hands-on textile art classes in needle felting at Bloomery.
Olivia King
Olivia is a graphic designer from the Lehigh Valley with a passion for helping local businesses bring their brands to life. A graduate of Kutztown University’s Communication Design program, she focuses on illustration, logo design, branding, and printmaking. Outside of her creative work, Olivia is a dog mom, who enjoys running and hiking.
Check out her website and offerings here.
Join Olivia for her printmaking workshops that bring simple linocut techniques to beginners, with charming results!
Amanda Seanor
Amanda is an art teacher and dedicated maker whose love for textiles shines through every piece she creates. Whether working with a loom, beads, or intricate weaving techniques, she transforms materials into stunning wearable art. Her passion is contagious, and her creative energy brings something truly special to every class.
Check out Amanda's amazing portfolio and purchase wearables at her shop here.
Join Amanda's hands-on textile art classes at Bloomery.
Rhonda Tomel
Rhonda Tomel specializes in mindful and meditative approaches to artmaking, intended to help clients of all experience and ability levels gain greater peace of mind through artmaking. Her methods encourage empowered habits of being, and the creatively shy are especially welcome.
Check out her website and offerings here.
Join Rhonda's intuitive mixed media workshops, meant to expand your artistic practice and personal growth.
Lauren "Ren" Beck
Founder of Bloomery Art Co. and an accomplished illustrator, Ren brings a passion for hand lettering and digital illustration, along with a background in Art Education. Known for her vibrant style and approachable teaching, she brings ideas to life using her favorite creative tools — which varies daily, but usually includes her trusty iPad.
Check out Ren's portfolio and learn more about her background here.
Join Lauren's upcoming creative workshops at Bloomery in painting, illustration, digital drawing, lettering, and more!
Interested in sharing your creative passion through teaching?
We are looking to add exciting new creative mediums for our students to enjoy. If you have a specialty that you'd like to share through education, then you sound like our people!