Bree Maxwell
Bree Maxwell
Adjunct Professor of Ceramics
Bree Maxwell's academic path began with an art minor at Springfield College, followed by advanced ceramic studies at SUNY New Paltz and the University of Colorado Boulder, where she deepened both technical and conceptual approaches to clay. Professionally, Maxwell has balanced creative entrepreneurship with experience in the technology industry, running successful ceramic studios in Denver and Boulder before founding Studio 467. These experiences have shaped her perspective as both an artist and educator—combining design thinking, innovation, and community building to cultivate spaces where creativity thrives and artists are empowered to explore their craft with confidence and curiosity.
Research Interests
- Ceramic process and material exploration
- Community-based art and creative collaboration
- Studio practice and artistic entrepreneurship
- Clay education and experiential learning
- Functional and sculptural ceramic design
Courses Taught
- Intro to Ceramics
- Advanced Ceramics
Certifications and Memberships
- Founder and Director, Studio 467 Community Clay Studio
- Member, National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA)
- Workshop Instructor and Community Arts Advocate Non-Profits
- Organizer, Local Art Events and Collaborative Exhibitions
- Board Member, Colorado Burning Man Art Grants Committee
- Advisor, Colorado Burning Man Art Grants Board
