Mara Ellis
Lead artist and curriculum designer
Mara turns visual research into calm, practical exercises for fabric and paper.
About the studio
A small studio for big, wearable ideas.
Our story
Verdant Core Studio began around a shared table where friends tested whether everyday clothing could become a generous space for drawing. We built our courses to preserve that table feeling: clear instruction, unhurried practice, and room for individual decisions.
Our mission
We help people turn ordinary garments into personal artifacts through accessible, responsible art education.
What we value
- Clarity: every lesson explains both the action and the reason.
- Curiosity: experiments are part of the method, not mistakes to hide.
- Care: materials, garments, and learners deserve thoughtful treatment.
- Individual voice: technique supports expression rather than replacing it.
The people at the table
Jonah Reed
Textile practice mentor
Jonah focuses on surface preparation, paint behavior, and durable garment care.
Priya Shah
Learner experience editor
Priya makes every course welcoming, navigable, and useful for varied schedules.