As a graduate of Purdue University, Diane Marrapese has a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a focus on Interior Design. Originally introduced to the medium of clay in 1993, she resumed working in pottery on a more serious level while studying at ArtsTown Studios from 1998-2000. Diane spent approximately 20-30 hours a week in the studio to improve her technique and explore new ways to illustrate creativity and feeling through clay. In the summer of 2000, Diane began teaching children and adults alike at ArtsTown Studios. Move ahead to the Summer of 2004 when she opened her own clay studio and art gallery. D'Nora's Art Studio.

We have many clay classes for all ages, along with a wide variety of jewelry classes for adults. In addition to the studio, Diane enjoys a great opportunity teaching at Lorain County Community College since August of 2000. In all of her classes she emphasizes creativity as well as improvement in the quality of work produced. "I love working with clay and sharing my knowledge with all those willing to learn." Come join us for our exciting classes.

We invite you to browse our site and check out our gallery of local artwork for sale in the studio. The range varies from traditional to contemporary with Watercolor paintings, Acrylic paintings, pottery, photography, jewelry, scarves and more for sale.