Chris Vivas

Chris Vivas joined Usdan in 2010 as a lead teacher. He studied at Stony Brook University and is currently receiving his MFA from SUNY New Paltz, he brings his love of art, travel, culture, literature, and ceramics to his teaching philosophy. Art residencies have been very important in his artistic development and growth as an educator. Residencies he has attended include Shigaraki Ceramic Culture Park in Japan, Museum of Arts and Design in New York City, AIR Vallauris in France, and Babayan Culture House in Turkey. He currently teaches at Suffolk County Community College and St. Joseph’s University while also hosting workshops and lectures throughout Long Island.