Chelsea is a third generation Montana local, originally from Charlo. She has a BFA from Montana State University and graduated in 2017 with an emphasis in ceramics and painting. When she is not in the studio she is with her partner, James, and their fur baby going on plenty of walks, making and exploring good food and drinks, foraging their way through the seasons or sitting around a campfire.
Gallery and Exhibitions
Perry Burlingame
Lia Mendez
Lia moved to Montana in 2020 to pursue a Master’s Degree in Environmental Studies from the University of Montana. A lifelong artist and writer, her work explores the themes of interdependence, kinship, and relationship to place.
Avery Mickey
Avery graduated in 2015 from University of Montana with a degree in Resource Conservation and a minor in Wilderness Studies . Following school she hopped around Montana and careers until falling in love with the weird wonderful place that is Helena in 2019. On any given day you’ll either find her with a good book and cookies in the oven or out on the trails enjoying nature. Avery is excited to bring her events and hospitality experience to the Bray and be immersed in such a creative place.
Jordan Thornton
Jordan is a fine arts printmaker and biomedical illustrator, holding an MS in Medical Illustration from Augusta University and the Medical College of GA and a BFA from Montana State University in Bozeman, MT. When she’s not in the studio, Jordan enjoys exploring Montana on bikes and skis, making tasty food and drink with her partner, and getting lost in a good novel.
