About Iron Bridge Art and Clay

Vienne has spent the past 35 years working as a freelance artist and artisan, advertising and marketing editor, muralist, and cloak-maker. 

Vienne pursued her BFA degree in art at the University of South Dakota in the mid-eighties with a focus on sculpture, painting, and history. She returned to school at the University of Minnesota in 1998 and again in 2013 to further her education in art, focusing on printmaking and history. While at the University of Minnesota, Vienne interned at the Katherine E. Nash Gallery, curated art events at The Landmark Gallery in St. Paul,  and took part in the St. Paul Art Crawl.

She lives with her husband Grant and four of six children on the bluffs above Wabasha at her family’s organic farm, Surly Owl Farm. 

My name is Megan Hager! I am from the splendid town of Wabasha, where I live with my wonderful husband and three pets. I graduated from Wabasha-Kellogg High School and pursued my Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration at Winona State University. 

I am a real estate agent with The Gwaltney Group of REMAX Results. Additionally, I am a nanny, and I pet sit in Wabasha! I am very passionate about singing; I compete in different singing competitions and volunteer at local singing events.

I love art of all forms, pottery being my favorite. I tried pottery for the first time in high school and absolutely fell in love. I am so excited to teach ceramics to you!

Nina's journey as an artist was nurtured by a childhood immersed in nature's wonders, a tale she shares with warmth and humility. Raised without the distraction of television, Nina's childhood was a canvas for her imagination, where she crafted beauty from the treasures of the earth.

As a young artist, Nina embarked on a journey of exploration, traveling far and wide to hone her craft and immerse herself in the rich tapestry of artistic expression. Alongside her artistic pursuits, she delved into the world of herbalism and science, forging a deep connection with the healing powers of plants and the natural world.

Despite the challenges, she faced as a single mother raising two sons and her present challenge of caring for her elderly Mother. Nina's passion for art remains unwavering. She pursued her education at Viterbo University, where her talent flourished, earning her accolades and honors.