MAYA O'REILLY

Maya O’Reilly is a multimedia artist with an affinity for ceramics. Her art encompasses utilitarian and fine arts, and embraces the tradition of craft. Maya grew up in the South Metro area of the Twin Cities, and has found inspiration for her artwork in the nature and people of Minnesota. She will earn her B.A. in Studio Art and Art History from St. Catherine University in 2023. 

During her time in college, Maya worked as an instructor for a community education program, working with school-age children and the ceramic studio assistant at St. Kate's. She also became a member of the Antonian Honors program and was the Clay Club president. Maya received the Presidential Scholarship and the Regina Nolan Connors Scholarship. Her artwork has been included in Ariston, S.t Catherine University’s annual student art and literary publication. After graduation, Maya plans on building a small business with her sister, Makenna O’Reilly. They will sell handmade artwork with a goal of expanding access to art in rural and small communities throughout Minnesota. 

 

My studio space 2021-2023