River Valadez is an instructor at Clayhouse. He teaches beginner wheel classes and is  also a ceramic furniture maker currently exhibiting work in the New York City area. As a designer of functional pieces for the home he is interested in geological beauty, often using explorative kiln and firing research techniques to recreate geophysical phenomena. Beyond furniture making, River enjoys making cups and mugs for local coffee shops and creating glass blown pieces. 

Website: basicceramics.com

Instagram: @rivervaladez