Founded in 2000, Esther and Ali are the co-owners of Clay Studio + Gallery, Inc. in Thousand Oaks. They are instructors and active artists. Esther's paintings and ceramics are sold in their studio gallery and on commission while Ali's current artistic expression is in activism through art. Both have taught students of all ages and abilities throughout their 30-year careers, including after-school programs in the Conejo Valley School District. Esther's formal education includes instruction on working with students on the spectrum and with other learning disabilities. The pair have become a go-to for parents seeking a safe, inclusive, and fun learning environment for their children. They understand the unique nuances in communication and instruction with students of special educational needs.