We Create Joy That Lasts.
At Brush Strokes Pottery, we believe the most meaningful moments in life are often the simplest—filled with joy, nostalgia, whimsy, and the traditions we share with the people we love.
What began as a mobile pottery studio inspiring creativity across Central Texas has grown into a women-run ceramic studio creating handcrafted pieces designed to brighten homes all year long. Inspired by the nostalgic ceramic Christmas trees so many of us grew up with, we gave the ceramic cactus our own colorful, whimsical personality—creating keepsakes designed to celebrate every season.
Every piece is thoughtfully designed, kiln-fired, and hand-painted in our Austin, Texas studio with exceptional care, creativity, and kindness.
In loving memory of our founder's mom, who passed away from Alzheimer's disease in 2021, a portion of every purchase supports the Alzheimer's Association because creating joy also means giving hope.
Our greatest hope is simple: that something we create today becomes part of your favorite memories tomorrow. That's how we create joy that lasts.
Meet our Founder
I've been creating for as long as I can remember.
Growing up, my mom—an incredibly talented watercolor artist—filled our home with color, imagination, and the confidence to try new things. She taught me that handmade pieces carry meaning. They become keepsakes, reminders of special moments, and expressions of love.
Although my career first took me into corporate America, creativity never stopped calling me. Eventually, I realized I wanted to build something that combined my love for art, people, and creating meaningful experiences.
Today, I have the privilege of leading an incredible team of talented women who pour their hearts into every piece we create. Watching our customers discover "their" cactus, hearing stories about new family traditions, and seeing our work become part of people's homes never gets old.
After losing my mom to Alzheimer's disease in 2021, this work became even more meaningful. Her creativity continues to inspire everything we do, and in her memory, a portion of every purchase supports the Alzheimer's Association.
Thank you for allowing us to create something that becomes part of your story. It truly means more than you know.
With gratitude,
Courtney
Meet the Team!
At Brush Strokes Pottery, our team is the heart behind everything we create.
We're proud to be a women-run studio where creativity is celebrated, ideas are welcomed, and every team member plays an important role in bringing joy to others.
Many of our artists are students or emerging creatives, and one of our greatest privileges is helping them grow—not just as artists, but as confident young women. We hope their time here gives them the opportunity to see entrepreneurship in action, build leadership skills, solve problems with confidence, and discover just how capable they are.
Because at Brush Strokes, we believe creating joy starts within our own studio.
✨ Fun Fact: Every artist has their own one-of-a-kind maker's mark that's hand-painted onto the pieces they create. It's their personal signature and a small reminder that a real person poured their heart into making something just for you. See if you can spot it on your cactus cutie!
Multicolumn
Lead Cactus Artist
Alaina has been part of the team for three years and brings her creative eye to every cactus she paints. She earned her BFA in Studio Art from the University of Texas and loves coming into work to be creative, listen to scary podcasts, and be part of the studio community.
Her favorite color combo to paint - Dark purple.
One of her favorite parts of the cactus phenomenon is hearing customers say they found us through social media - "it’s a reminder that people are watching, connecting, and becoming part of the cactus magic."
Cactus Artist
Ellie has been part of the Brush Strokes team for a year and hopes to study Psychology in school soon. One of her favorite things about working in the studio is meeting new people and the relationships she’s built with the team along the way.
Favorite color combo to paint - Patina with Gold Sand.
Loves seeing customers light up when they discover our cactus. Many people have never seen before—and knowing she had a hand in creating something that brings that much excitement and joy makes it even more special.
Studio Operations
Maggie studied Drawing and Illustration at Herron School of Art + Design and loves being surrounded by creativity at Brush Strokes. One of her favorite parts of working in the studio is simply being in a creative environment.
Favorite color combo to paint - Patina Sage with Copper Sand.
What she loves most about the cactus phenomenon are those little moments of surprise—when a customer discovers the perfect hat, charm, or cactus that speaks to them and suddenly thinks, “Whoa, this is for me!” Being able to see and feel that excitement is one of her favorite parts of the job.
Cactus Artist
Haley studied Art Education at the University of Texas and loves that working at Brush Strokes gives her the chance to do something creative every day alongside people she genuinely enjoys.
Her favorite color combo to paint - Classic Green—a true cactus icon!
Favorite part of the cactus phenomenon is watching people discover them for the first time. That “Wait… what is this?!” moment quickly turns into realizing it’s something they never knew they needed—and suddenly can’t imagine life without.
A look behind the scenes...
💜 Our Heart & Values
At Brush Strokes Pottery, we believe art can do more than decorate a space—it can tell a story, spark connection, and hold deep meaning.
That belief is at the heart of our Purple Cactus Collection, created in honor of my mom, who passed away from dementia in 2021. What started as a personal tribute has become a glowing symbol of remembrance for so many others.
Each time a customer shares how their cactus shines in memory of a loved one, or brings comfort during grief, it reminds us that what we’re creating truly matters. These stories are the soul of our studio. And with every purple cactus sold, a portion of proceeds is donated to the Alzheimer’s Association—so together, we can help bring light where it’s needed most.
