NISDA STAFF


Adam Mallin

Adam completed his studies at Sarah Lawrence College, double majoring in computer science and artificial intelligence. While there Adam also obtained a master's degree in education. He has taught kindergarten, advanced computers, constructed smart houses, trained service dogs, lived and traveled in Israel . 


Recently Adam began working with drones, initially collaborating with local municipalities to outfit them with equipment for search and rescue operations, as well as providing flying instruction and installation services. 


At Nisda Adam will lead a workshop introducing the techniques necessary to use the drone in an artistic fashion, documenting locations, events and recreational travel.


Experience:
FAA AUV – Certified Operator of Unmanned Aircraft; Diverse background across Education, Technology and services for Community Benefit; Independent photographer and Media Specialist

Technical Skills: 
IT & Media, Software, Drone Operation, Aerial Photography, Videography, Real Estate Media, Public Safety Drone Training, Film making

Drone Photograph from Artistic Expression to Drone Media Specialty Marketing and Professional Operational Needs.

IT Director/Instructor, International School in Stavanger, Norway

Taught and designed innovative computer curriculum, Church Street School, NYC, NY

Israeli Kibbutz Therapeutic Horseback Riding Instructor

Animal assisted therapy and received training as a service dog trainer. Canine training and behavior for adults to Guided at-risk youth training to rehabilitate shelter dogs. A commitment that continues today.

Sculptural Clay Whistles

July 30, 2026
2 Day Handbuilding Workshop
August 8 + 9
10 am-12:30 pm
Registration Open

Let’s Paint!

July 30, 2026
2 Day Workshop
August 4 + 6
Ages 9–14

The Art of Repair

July 28, 2026
1 Day Workshop
August 1
10 am-2 pm
Registration Open

Surface Design & Direct Techniques

July 27, 2026
Textile and Fiber Arts at the Heifer Barn
August 4–27
Tuesday + Thursday 4–6:30 pm

NISDA Community Knit-Along... or Crochet

July 27, 2026
Free and Open to the Community!
August 4, 6, 11 + 13
Tuesday + Thursday 1–3 pm

Nature Tapestries

July 27, 2026
2 Day Workshop at the Heifer Barn!
August 10 + 14
Registration Open

Blockprinted Bandanas

July 27, 2026
1 Day Workshop at the Heifer Barn!
Friday August 7 | 1–3:30 pm
RegistratIon Open

Potter’s Wheel | All Levels

July 27, 2026
POTTER'S WHEEL All Skill Levels Adult 18+ (Teens are invited to register) Dates + Times: August 4, 6,11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 Tuesday and Thursday | 6–8:30 pm Instructor: Helen Mills (read bio) Tuition: $650 (+ Clay #25/$65 includes glazes and firing) No prior experience needed. All are welcome. We are able to adapt techniques to fit ever body of any age or skill level. Learn or expand your knowledge on the clay process as we explore techniques of wedging, throwing, trimming, and glazing. This will be a flexible class with a combination of group demonstration and personalized instruction. As these basic forms and techniques become second nature, you will be able to make more complex forms with confidence and curiosity. The final week will be dedicated to surface treatments and a variety of glazing strategies. Students purchase clay from NISDA. #25 bag for $65 which includes the cost of glaze and firing. Students with a basic knowledge of centering, trimming, etc. will expand their repertoire of forms. Demonstrations will include throwing of vase shapes, plates, lidded forms.. There will be an additional emphasis on developing a personal aesthetic and exploring surface design.

Off-Loom Placemats

July 26, 2026
1 Day Workshop at the Heifer Barn
August 5 | 1–3:30 pm
Registration Open
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