Ceri Langell

Assistant Director | Lead Instructor

Ceri is an SVA and SCAD graduate who studied Illustration and Sequential art. She has worked with various companies as a freelancer for over 12 years. Her work included illustrations for books, comic books, murals, advertisements, demos, package and clothing design, character design, web comics, animation, story boarding, art shows and game art.

Although digital is her favorite medium, she enjoys watercolor, traditional and drawing and painting the same. Ceri currently publishes an online comic and clothing company of her own. She has collaborated with Moleskine, G&E, Wacom, Clip studio paint, Upper Deck, Nostalgix. She loves the outdoors and dogs, spending her spare time at the beach or hiking. Ceri has been teaching art to all ages for 8 years.

Maggie Nielsen

Lead Instructor

Maggie is a north county San Diego local who received her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from CSU Long Beach in Animation/Illustration before returning to her roots. She has worked as a lead character animator on independent short films, participated in gallery shows, and is a freelance illustrator in her spare time. She has a background in children's entertainment & events, and has been involved in youth leadership/mentorship since she was a teen. Her artistic focus is in digital art & animation, character design, and illustration. Her love for dogs, cartoons, spooky things, and rainbows is highlighted in her work, representing a piece of herself in everything she does. Maggie strives to create art that is both visually cute & reflective of the diverse identity and individuality she celebrates in life.

She teaches Creative Art 1, Creative Art 2, Digital Art & Animation & Everything Cute classes and welcomes every class and age level as a new group to learn from & have fun with!

Sandra Roberts

Lead Instructor

Mrs. Sandra, a devoted member of our community for over 15 years, has beautifully blended her rich personal life with her passion for the arts. She lives with her husband, four children, and their two lively Labrador Retrievers.  

With years of experience under her belt, Sandra has imparted the joy of art creation to both young minds and adults alike. For her, the pinnacle of fulfillment comes from teaching individuals to craft something beautiful with their own hands.

A graduate of Parsons School of Design in New York City, Sandra holds a BFA in Graphics and Communication Design. Her educational journey also took her to the romantic streets of Paris and the South of France, where she honed her skills in landscape painting.

Her professional trajectory is equally impressive. Sandra has lent her design expertise to magazines and design firms spanning both the East and West coasts. Today, as a Contemporary Artist, her love for the Arts continues.  She works in diverse mediums, including photography, painting, collage and sculpture. Her pieces have garnered the admiration of collectors on both a national and international scale.

Since 2017, ArtHaus has been privileged to have Sandra as a dedicated and inspirational teacher on our team.

Daisy Warren

Instructor

Artistic freedom is at the heart of Daisy’s teaching philosophy. While technique and fundamentals are important, she believes confidence and creative exploration matter just as much. 

A Design and Technology major at Parsons School of Design, Daisy blends arts with technology, creating interactive and generative art through code. Her background spans illustration, ceramics, and classical fine arts training, with studies at RISD and the Watts Atelier of the Arts. Though currently based in New York, she remains deeply connected to the Studio ArtHaus community in San Diego, making lesson plans or traveling back to teach whenever possible.

As president of her college’s Plein Air Club and a Vice President of Women in Animation, Daisy is passionate about fostering artistic communities. In the past, she founded three art clubs—The Art Works, Art Cares San Diego, and The Untitled Club—to support young artists. She believes in equipping students with industry-level skills early on, encouraging them to develop their own styles while learning how to share their work with the world.

Milla Hembree-Bey

Instructor

Milla, a committed volunteer at Studio Arthaus since 2018, has evolved from a student to an experienced art enthusiast, deeply involved in a variety of classes. Her extensive hands-on experience in art, enriched by additional courses pursued in high school and independently, highlights her dedication and skill as an artist. Milla's profound belief in art's role in personal growth makes her an ideal mentor for fostering creativity and self-discovery in students.

Her upbringing in a military family, coupled with her fluency in Portuguese, Spanish, and English, has endowed Milla with exceptional cultural adaptability and sensitivity. Milla's experiences living in diverse international locations like Manama, Bahrain, and Stuttgart, Germany, have instilled in her a profound understanding of different cultures, contributing to her unique approach to teaching art, allowing her to connect with and inspire students from various backgrounds.

Milla’s enthusiasm for art and nurturing young minds, combined with her own experiences growing up with siblings, gives her a natural aptitude for mentoring and supporting children in their artistic endeavors. Her dedication, cultural awareness, and passion for art education make her an invaluable asset to the Studio Arthaus team.

Alex Khoury

Instructor

Alex Khoury's journey into the world of teaching began in his high school days and has since blossomed into a career marked by a profound commitment to community service, particularly in education and sports. 

Influenced by his family’s background in architecture and design, Alex has developed a profound appreciation for creativity, which he enthusiastically brings to his teaching. He is deeply committed to helping children explore the world of art, guiding them to discover their creative potential and express themselves uniquely.

Having lived and studied in the vibrant regions of Southeast Asia and the cosmopolitan environments of Australia, Alex has gained a rich appreciation for diverse cultures, traditions, and perspectives. Alex’s teaching style is characterized by his vibrant enthusiasm for art and his commitment to creating a supportive and enriching environment for his students. His diverse experiences and passion for cultural exchange make him an inspiring educator, dedicated to enriching the lives of his students and fostering a lasting impact on their creative journeys.

Bailey Phommavong

Instructor

Growing up in San Diego, Bailey has always had a passion for art and loves utilizing her skills to bring any form of art into her community. While studying to receive her Bachelor of Arts, she explored multiple forms of media including painting, illustration, printmaking, metalwork, sculpture, and ceramics. Bailey believes that art can also be a form of communication and loves exploring unique ways of combining her skills to create multimedia pieces that are able to showcase different sides of herself.

Being involved in cultural organizations and community spaces allowed her to share her own experiences while learning and building an understanding of different backgrounds and identities. As an instructor, Bailey strives to be a strong support for each student to be able to express themselves in their own ways as they navigate through their unique artistic journeys.

Molly Wang

Studio Director

Both our founder and our foundation, Molly today serves as a facilitator, resource and strong supporter of the studio. Studio ArtHaus roots were planted in 2011 when Molly’s mother started teaching neighborhood kids about creating art on an informal basis. Then in 2018, after her mom retired, Molly picked up the baton to carry on this vision of a community art studio devoted to kids, teens and everyone in need.

After earning her bachelor's degree from San Diego State University, Molly launched her own import/export business. Her business insights have been key to developing and supporting the studio. While proceeds from selling her company have further bolstered ArtHaus’ viability as a cherished local art studio serving the community.

After having lived in China, Japan and San Francisco, Molly is exceedingly happy to now call San Diego her home. She divides her time now between Studio ArtHaus and her non-profit animal-rescue organization that she co-founded.

Away from these pursuits, she spends her time enjoying biking, hiking and camping. Anything having to do with nature and her dog Mochi brings Molly untold happiness and contentment.