TBI Survivor, Daughter of Peggy, Sister of Cheryl and Aunt to Lucas, Risa is an integral member of the team and the reason Burst Of Butterflies was born.

Risa paints canvas samples, calls guests when pottery is ready, helps with studio organization and supply lists, and much more.

Lucas is the son of owner Cheryl Tisland and the General Manager of Burst Of Butterflies Art Studios.  Although Lucas spends most of his time working on the operations the studios, he is also one of our talented clay wheel throwing instructors.

Lucas brings nine years of clay knowledge and expertise into the classroom understanding that anyone with a desire to learn can pick up wheel throwing. He provides a meditative and existential perspective on the world of clay and believes failure is the foundation from which we build in fact saying “there is no greater teacher than failure”. Throughout the class, Lucas focuses on the technical skill advancement of any and all experience levels and is certainly not afraid to add his quick witted humor into the mix.

Team Member Since April 2014

Between studio maintenance, landscaping, repairs and overall improvements, my number one priority is making sure the studio looks great and functions well for all our amazing customers!

I moved here from Georgia, 3 years ago. Some of my interests & hobbies include listening to multiple genres of music/ watching movies, series, documentaries (especially comedy and historical) / watching sports on TV and in person / driving or flying to new places/ growing plants/ playing putt putt and visiting amusement parks.

My career goal is to be a full time ceramic artist and I would like to be part of Burst of Butterflies as long as possible. Additionally, I have a small studio in my garage where I make and sell my own pottery.
In my spare time, I enjoy painting canvas at home. I also love taking my dog on hikes and adventures through the city.
As an artist, I believe that we don’t make mistakes, just happy little accidents.

Team Member Since June 2021

Some of my goals are to continue adding on creative events here at Burst of Butterflies. I also want to continue to gain more exposure on how art and the creative process has a positive impact on mental health.

I have a BA in psychology and a minor in studio art, my goal is to become a license professional therapist using art therapy to help patients. I am a painter mostly working on canvas but also trying to expand to murals, as well as a weaver of tapestries and textiles that I learned at ASU. In my spare time I love cooking and playing with my dog Ozzy Pawsborne.

Team Member Since March 2021

My experience with marketing, social media, and event planning at Burst of Butterflies has grown so much in the year I have been here and I’m excited for whats to come! In my free time I’m either reading, writing, binge watching tv shows or painting canvas at home.

Team Member Since June 2021

I’m excited to teach wheel classes to show people how much fun working with clay can be! Pottery is such a rewarding experience, from making your piece, to glazing it, then taking home a piece you can use. Before working here I was only experienced in hand building, making cute little creatures, it is so exciting to be able to teach people how to use the wheel!

I just recently moved to Arizona so I have really loved exploring and trying new places to eat. I also love hanging out with my puppy and listening to music (indie pop is my favorite!)

Hi there! Call me Mads, I’m a multimedia artist working in digital art, zine printing, html coding, and of course ceramics! I also have an interest in making webcomics and history. I would love to start teaching advanced hand building courses as one of my goals at Burst of Butterflies.

Team member since 2022

Marcie is the Studio Manager/ Team Lead and has been a dedicated member of the Burst Of Butterflies team since we opened in 2015. Over the years, Marcie has developed into an exceptional glass artist being the teacher for most of our glass classes.

As a long-term friend of Lucas Tisland, Marcie truly knows what it means to be a part of our creative family and how to provide a fun and creative experience for all of our guests.

Team Member since March 2015