HUMBLE
BEGINNINGS

I’ve always believed clay tells a story and so do the hands that shape it.

My love for pottery began as a teenager, grew through college, and has been woven through every season of my life. In 2019, I opened Mud Hen Clay and Art Studio in Tustin, California with the dream of creating a space where people could slow down, connect, and experience the joy of making something meaningful with their own hands.

Like any creative journey, building a business has had its challenges, but it has also been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life. Over the years, Mud Hen has grown into more than a studio. It’s a place where people come together, friendships are formed, creativity flourishes, and community is strengthened.

Today, I feel incredibly grateful for the opportunity to share my passion, for the amazing team and community that support our studio, and for the new chapter I’m writing in both life and business. With the encouragement of my family, my fiancé, and our kids, I’m looking ahead with excitement for all that’s to come.
Mud Hen Clay and Art Studio isn’t just about pottery- it’s about connection, resilience, and the beauty of creating something lasting, both in clay and in life.

MUD HEN TODAY

Before Mud Hen, Jennifer successfully established Temecula Clay in 2008, passing on its legacy in 2018. In February 2023, Mud Hen Clay and Art Studio found its new home in the heart of Old Town Tustin, where it thrives by offering an array of pottery and art classes, personalized pottery sessions, and showcasing locally crafted pieces. The studio fosters a familial environment that continues to grow and positively impact the community.

As Jennifer eloquently states, ‘Just as clay that goes through fire to be strengthened, I believe we are also like that clay, continuing to be processed, refined, and strengthened daily.’ This sentiment reflects Mud Hen Clay and Art's unwavering commitment to providing a nurturing space where creativity flourishes and individuals are empowered to thrive.

OUR TEAM

Jennifer Goemaat

Owner/Instructor

Laura Heldt

Processing Manager

Chris Goemaat

HR/ Charter School Processing Manager

Ashley Dang

Studio Manager

Dani Echeverria

Studio Support

Larissa Cortez

Kiln Tech

Alex Negrete

Instructor

Wendy Johnson

Coming Soon!

Instructor

Yitzel Hernandez

Coming Soon!

Processing/ Instructor

Monica Meza

Coming Soon!

Instructor

Nader Heidari

Coming Soon!

Instructor

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