Featured Instructor for JOGS: Carrie Story

Throughout her career, Carrie Story has proven herself as an expert designer, an accomplished jewelry maker and an enthusiastic instructor. From an early age, Carrie exhibited an interest in the creative arts and garnered recognition in college, winning a state award in graphic design for four custom pieces showcased in area museums.

In 2005, Carrie began creating beaded necklaces, bracelets and earrings and soon after established her own business, Divine Ornaments. Carrie quickly developed a passion for metal clay after taking several classes, which fueled her desire to share her vast knowledge with students. Known for her approachable and dynamic teaching style, Carrie maintains an enjoyable atmosphere where students feel free to express their own gifts and talents while focusing on technical aspects in an entertaining manner.

Carrie’s dedication to teaching is obvious to her students. Carrie currently serves as a Contributing Artist for Metal Clay Today and has been galleried in Metal Clay Artist Magazine. Carrie’s work is shown and sold in galleries throughout the east coast. Recently, Carrie was featured in Thrive Magazine and The Cheraw Chronicle as a rising new jewelry artist. Carrie is a Certified PMC Instructor and teaches throughout the United States. Carrie is committed to her own professional development and continuously seeks out opportunities to improve her skills so that she can best serve her class.