craft the workshops you want to attend
Wondrous Workshops
A nurturing 8-week group program designed specifically for established makers & artists who want to share their craft through thoughtful art workshops.
workshop curious?
Have you ever considered hosting an art workshop but wondered if it's actually for you?
Perhaps (like me) you're someone who has limited social energy, prefers small groups and individual connections, and the idea of standing up in front of a group tends to make your stomach flip?
In Wondrous Workshops, I'll help you find quiet confidence in creating workshops that feel genuinely yours:
well-prepared, welcoming gatherings where you can share your craft in a way that's nourishing to both you and your participants.
This isn't me teaching from a place of having it all figured out, but instead, I'll be sharing what I've learned through trial and error, what's worked beautifully, and what's cracked along the way (like that time I had an entire workshops worth of pieces split as they dried).
Think of it as learning alongside someone who's been figuring this out in real time, gathering experiences I wish I'd had access to when I was starting out.
Whether that's hosting a playful painting afternoon in the park with late 90's pop on your speaker, or a relaxing Sunday morning clay class where participants nibble fresh scones.
Whatever gatherings feel uplifting and joyful to you is what I'll help you create for others!
Hello, I’m Amber!
I’m the sensitive-souled ceramicist behind Sunfish Studio!
And it's not just alliteration that sets my soul alight: it's the feeling of clay beneath my fingertips, the slower pace of island life here on Haida Gwaii, and artists sharing their gift with the world.
I'm all about the deliberate, the meaningful, the fulfilling and the connected.
I'm a firm believer that the world would be a better place if more people made space for art and creativity in their lives.
And I've found that even when times are tough, folks are still willing to spend their dollars on wonderful experiences.
But perhaps the thought of leading workshops feels overwhelming?
Maybe it's the logistics (how do you even find and book a venue?), the social energy required, all the things that your brain tells you could go wrong, or simply not knowing where to start?
In Wondrous Workshops, you'll get practical guidance that takes the guesswork out of planning and hosting, and the confidence to step into your role as a facilitator of meaningful gatherings where the purpose runs much deeper than simply what you're making.
“Amber’s workshops have such a warm and inviting energy where creativity can be released in beautiful ways, and I always learn something new, come home with a fun piece to add to my home (or to gift) and end the day feeling nourished. Haawa (thanks) for hosting a thoughtful and intentional gathering and for sharing your art form with our community and beyond!”
For $1150 (cad), you get:
7 core modules (plus a bonus module), delivered over 8 weeks - Each module includes an audio teaching where I walk through my real experiences planning and teaching art workshops as an introverted maker, plus a written reference guide with key steps and frameworks to revisit. Modules are released weekly with a catch-up week mid-way, giving you time to work through at your own pace.
Reflection questions and practical resources for each module - prompts to help you think through your own workshop ideas, plus useful resources and tools I've created, and curated readings and links I've found genuinely helpful.
Access to the Slack community - where you can ask questions, brainstorm ideas, and connect with fellow makers going through the program alongside you. I'll be actively available for 12 weeks to support your planning process.
Wondrous Workshops will open for registration in early 2026! Join the waitlist for early access delights!
“The [workshop] was a fantastic experience! Amber created a lovely, calm learning environment for all levels, with many practical and visual examples and demonstrations... I would highly recommend any of her workshops to anyone interested in dipping their toes into a new craft, or those looking to rekindle an old hobby.”
Wondrous Workshops is for you if you…
Have been wanting to share your craft but feel overwhelmed by all the moving parts
Have floundered your way through a few workshops and felt scattered or totally burnt out afterward
Have been asked to teach a workshop but don't know where to start
Are drawn to creating thoughtful, welcoming, and inclusive workshop experiences
Want workshops to be a viable and enjoyable part of your maker business
Would love another income stream that doesn't require making more physical products
Are willing to be brave, experimental, and open to trying new approaches
FAQs
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I use the term "established makers & artists" but even if you shy away from being considered an "expert" at your craft, I bet you have valuable skills to share.
Here are some signs you're ready to teach: You've moved beyond the very basics in your craft, people naturally ask you questions about your work or process, you can troubleshoot common problems when they arise, and you feel genuinely excited about sharing what you know.
Most likely the folks who would love to learn from you don't actually care whether or not you're a master of your craft. You know more than they do, and most are probably just wanting a chance to let go and be creative.
You don't need to be a expert, you just need to be a few steps ahead of where your students are starting.So if it's your imposter syndrome holding you back, here's your permission slip to give it the backseat.
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Like any course or program, what you get out depends on what you're willing to put in, but I've designed this to be manageable alongside your maker life.
Each week you'll receive a new module with an audio teaching you can listen to in the studio or during a walk (about 20 minutes), plus a written reference guide to revisit key points.
Each module also includes reflection prompts and questions that are flexible by design.
You can write out your thoughts, ponder them during studio time, or discuss them with others in the Slack community.
Setting aside 1-2 hours per week should give you plenty of time to engage with the module, work through the reflections, and connect with the cohort.
And with the catch-up week built in mid-way, you have breathing room if life gets busy.
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I'd invite you to self-deselect if you:
Are already successfully teaching workshops and feel confident in your approach
Prefer working alone and have zero interest in sharing your thoughts or experiences with others
Are not willing to step outside your comfort zone or try new things
Want a completely hands-off, done-for-you solution without any personal investment
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Absolutely. Wondrous Workshops is ultimately about creating thoughtful gatherings centred around art.
So even though you might not always resonate with the lens I use or the challenges I tend to face (as an introvert), the foundations will still teach you how to design and facilitate the types of art workshops you want to see in the world.
Bonus: you'll probably also learn a lot about those who lean toward introversion, which will ultimately make you a better teacher. -
You'll have access to the curriculum and resources for the lifetime of the program (basically for as long as I'm running it in the future).
For the Slack community: I'm actively available twice a week for 12 weeks once the program starts.
After that window, you're welcome to stay connected with other makers in the community (and you'll see me pop in occasionally too).
This becomes an invaluable, ongoing resource even after you've completed the modules. -
While the program will primarily focus on teaching in person, we will cover how you might adapt to teaching online, as many of the foundations are the same.
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Here are the modules:
Finding Your Starting Point - foundation work, purpose, main components
Setting the Stage - venues, accessibility, materials, setup
The Nuts & Bolts - registration, pricing, policies, marketing, communication
The Art of Facilitation - your skills and presence as facilitator
The Flow & Feel - workshop structure and experience design
Handling the Unexpected - problem-solving and adapting
Endings & Onwards - post-workshop and your ongoing practice
From Room to Zoom (Bonus) - translating your workshop to a virtual setting
“Excellent preparation, instruction, group size and space. Thanks Amber for the passion and support you showed! You are a natural teacher!”
my story to workshops
The pull toward teaching and gathering runs deep, and maybe it's genetic, since alongside the long line of makers, bakers, growers, entrepreneurs, and mould breakers in my family, there are also plenty of teachers (both in classrooms and beyond them).
Even as a kid, I'd rope my younger sibling into playing "school," complete with lessons, classroom rules, and yes, actual tests (sorry, Alex!).
Though I ultimately chose a different path in university, those first-year education classes I took have come in handy over the years, and
Over the past two decades, I've been learning the art of bringing people together:
from working as a server, to assisting with conferences and weddings, and more recently co-hosting community festivals and my own workshops.
Each experience taught me something different about creating spaces where people feel welcomed, the importance of thoughtful details, and how putting intention into the purpose can transform a simple gathering into something so much more.
As an introvert myself, I design the kinds of gatherings I actually want to attend.
That usually looks like smaller groups with space for real connection, opening questions that spark unexpected bonds early on, and an atmosphere where participants feel nourished enough to quiet their busy minds and truly connect with both the clay and each other.
Join The Waitlist
Wondrous Workshops opens for registration in the new year!
It's about learning how to create the kind of workshops you'd actually want to attend.
Whether you're workshop-curious or ready to refine your approach, Wondrous Workshops will help you design gatherings that feel nourishing to facilitate and meaningful for your participants.
