Steve Belz is an artist, educator, and sculptor whose work explores themes of contemporary society, fostering deeper connections between people and the natural world. Raised in Olympia, Washington, he developed an intense appreciation for the environment that continues to shape his artistic practice.

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He earned a B.S. in Environmental Studies from The Evergreen State College before moving to a small mountain town in Colorado, where he spent over a decade working as a potter and carpenter. His passion for ceramics and education eventually led him back to academia, where he earned an M.F.A. from Kansas State University. In 2015, he returned to Washington to lead the ceramics program at Peninsula College in Port Angeles, where he serves as a tenure-track professor.

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Steve remains actively engaged in exhibiting his artwork, presenting workshops, and giving lectures outside of Peninsula College. As he looks forward to his leave of absence in the 2025–26 academic year, he plans to focus on his studio practice, travel, and cultivating new artistic, professional, and environmental connections.