Michelle Pierce is an artist with a painting and stained-glass practice based in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Her work combines traditional copper-foil stained glass techniques with a contemporary interest in light, structure, and the quiet stories materials can tell. Michelle brings a calm, encouraging teaching style that emphasizes skill-building, curiosity, and respect for materials, making technical processes accessible and enjoyable for beginners. She values hands-on discovery and thoughtful pacing, and designs her classes so her students gain confidence while creating a finished piece they’re proud to take home. She is delighted to share the fundamentals of stained glass with students at the Spartanburg Art Museum.