I'm excited to announce that I'll be popping up at @walpublicmarket on Saturday, 9/21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with handmade pottery! @walpublicmarketgallery graciously offered the opportunity to connect with you all in person, and I couldn't resist!

I'll have plenty of everyday pieces, as well as a mix of hand-painted and hand-carved one-of-a-kind pieces. I'm looking forward to seeing you face to face!

Located at 1104 R street, Sacramento, California 95811

Join me for this drop-in series, where I will guide you in a meditation practice intended to soothe and relax the nervous system. No experience is required; just come as you are with a yoga mat, comfortable clothing, an eye pillow if you have one, and an open mind.

We will end with an herbal tea ceremony.

Located at Anvil Hoffman Park near the River, there is a $7 fee to enter the Park.

Specific coordinates of where we will be meeting will be emailed to you before each date.

Suggested Donation of $22 (click here to pay)

Email me if you have any questions or concerns at akela@akeladesigns.net

Akela will guide you through the basics of herbal teas and smokes through the lens of her cultural background. Her roots of the African-American South, where we were guardians of the land, remembering through the plants and herbs. Her German heritage is also a foundation for these daily rituals and practices she has utilized for many years. Herbal self-care does not need to be complicated or for a select few; access is for all.

She will focus on common herbs, including how to grow and care for them, their uses, and their symbolism. We will make our own tea blends and herbal smokes. This is a beginner-friendly class; just bring an open mind. All supplies will be provided.

Suggested donation: $15-30

Ages 21+

Mother Native’s Courtyard

2311 S Street 3 Sacramento, CA 95816

Tickets can be purchased through Evitebrite here

Located at her Elevated

1900 28th St, Sacramento, CA 95816

This is a series of guided Shamanic Journeying circles led by me using the techniques I have practiced for over a decade. This is an invitation open to anyone with a curious mind, everyone is welcome. For those wondering what this is exactly: it is a type of guided meditation that uses the percussion of the drum along with the visualization of various worlds to reach a deep theta state. Through this state, you connect with guides and animal allies that can help you. Choose tickets for the dates below:

Friday June 9th 7:30-8:30 pm

Sunday June 25th 7:30-8:30 pm

Friday July 7th 7:30-8:30 pm

Saturday July 29th 6:00-7:00 pm

Each circle is 1-hour and $33, feel free to wear comfy clothes, bring an eye mask and journal. No experience is necessary. Mats and blankets are provided.

I’m kicking this summer off with my very first Studio Sale at my home studio located in the Arden Arcade area of Sacramento. Pottery is such a personal experience for many to feel and purchase, I will still be selling online but my primary method of sales especially larger pieces will be in person. This next update will be mainly functional dinnerware: pasta/wide bowls, mugs, and serving dishes.

Come support local and help me grow Akela Designs!